050 LIVE is a live music festival in Groningen showcasing a diverse range of Dutch artists.
Hard Bass is a hardstyle festival at GelreDome featuring twenty top acts including Atmozfears, Brennan Heart, Noisecontrollers and Sub Zero Project.
Soulcrusher 2026 is a music festival on 9 October at Doornroosje Poppodium in Nijmegen.
Here's The Thing is the annual festival at 013 Tilburg showcasing post-punk, garage rock, psychedelica and indie with emerging and established acts.
Kashfest is the annual extreme metal event at Poppodium de Pit featuring Stillbirth, Rectal Smegma, Imprisoned in Flesh, Necrotesque and Bloedhond from 19:00 to 00:15.
Oktoberfest celebration at Van Nelle Fabriek with Frans Duijts, Immer Hansi, Otto Wunderbar and Sven Versteeg.
A large indoor bouncy castle festival with many inflatable attractions for children at Martiniplaza.
Two-day festival celebrating North African desert blues from Algeria, Mauritania and Mali. Featuring Imarhan, Tamikrest, Songhoy Blues and other acclaimed artists.
A festival celebrating Tuareg music and culture at SPOT/De Oosterpoort in Groningen.
Museumnacht010 is a night-time festival where Rotterdam's museums open their doors for performances, live acts, and special presentations. An evening of culture and surprises across the Boijmans Depot and other venues.
Museum Arnhem hosts an after-hours night with DJs, live music, performances and workshops, plus early access to the new exhibition "The World Enlarged".
A day of live metal music in Leiden with multiple bands performing at Nobel.
Imidiwan Festival 2026 brings music and culture to Utrecht on 10 October.
Dead Mind Festival brings a day of music and culture to the Willem Twee Toonzaal in 's-Hertogenbosch.
Confettiinjebierfest celebrates its 10th edition with punk, goregrind and electropunk at Poppodium Phoenix. A party full of bands, beer, fancy dress and confetti featuring GIJSJARADIJSJA, BÈRELØR, Donder Hel & Hagel and Kwakels Actie Front.
A new showcase festival in Zutphen presenting traditional, fusion and world music from around the globe.
Cultura Ede celebrates Children's Book Week with a circus-themed day featuring performances, stories, and hands-on workshops.
Documentary about mental health in professional football, followed by an interactive workshop and the opening of a group exhibition at Melkweg.
Benefit evening with three bands (Rosewood, Hutspot and Studio Jams Band) supporting Stichting Straatdokters Groep, which provides medical care to homeless and houseless people.
A festival dedicated to Berlioz's Symphonie fantastique, exploring this classical masterpiece in depth.
Club Voltaire hosts a festival at Suikerunie with a diverse line-up of DJs and artists.
Circus Renz Berlin brings a classic circus show with acrobats, clowns and spectacular acts to Zeewolde.
Bavarian-themed party night at De Meester with beer steins, party music and Oktoberfest vibes.
A 22-kilometre illuminated walking and cycling route through Eindhoven decorated with colourful electric lights, running from mid-September through October.
Bavarian-themed party at Fort33 with traditional drinks, festive decor and live entertainment. Dress in lederhosen or dirndl.
Theater de Speeldoos welcomes diverse performers for a free open-stage evening.
TOEN is a history festival at muZIEum in Nijmegen exploring the past through various programmes.
A culinary dinner celebrating wild game cooked over fire, paired with red wines, marking the season finale of WILD & VUUR with Meat Dennis.
Beer festival with three live acts: Band on The Rox, Gildor, and Jeffrey Parmentier in Strijen.
Noisekick's Terrordrang: Stay Of Execution is a hardcore festival at Rodenburg featuring 19 bands including Doctor Terror, Drokz and Noisekick.
Museum Night in 's-Hertogenbosch with free entry to Design Museum Den Bosch and Het Noordbrabants Museum. Music, workshops, guided tours and performances from 19:00 to 02:00.
Children's Book Week celebration with reading and creative activities for kids centred on the theme 'Spotlight On' in Baarle-Nassau.
Five underground acts and two spoken-word artists converge at De Kade in Zaandam for Nieuwe Nederlandse Naïviteit: a rapid-fire showcase of Dutch punk, postpunk, art rap and experimental pop.
The National Military Museum in Soest offers family activities throughout the autumn holiday.
A culinary tour through different hospitality hotspots in Elst, sampling various dishes and drinks.
Food La Route is a culinary event where visitors stroll past different food stations and taste a variety of dishes.
The third edition of Bladerdeeg fest takes place in Eindhoven on 9 October.
The Zuiderzeemuseum in Enkhuizen transforms into an Old Dutch Fair during autumn half-term, featuring traditional swings, carousels and rides.
An evening walk through Goffertpark featuring audiovisual art installations that blend art, nature and science around a unifying theme.
Kielzog celebrates its lustrum with performances by bands, choirs, theatre groups, dance groups and ensembles.
The inaugural Ruchte Festival in October 2026 offers over ten hours of music across three stages, featuring tribute acts honouring Elvis, Michael Jackson and Earth, Wind & Fire.
Zeldzaam mooi is an event in Sonsbeekpark in Arnhem featuring art, culture and nature.
Museumnacht Maastricht celebrates its 10th anniversary with a special kids' edition: free entry to art, music, games and surprises.
De Heemtuin becomes a magical fairy tale forest during autumn half-term, with stories, magic and surprises. Dress up as your favourite storybook character and enjoy pancakes at the gnome café.
Steam train rides on Museumspoorlijn STAR between Veendam and Stadskanaal; children up to 12 travel free. A special Teddy Bear Day runs on 18 October.
An annual celebration of science and technology with hands-on activities and demonstrations for all ages, held on 3 and 4 October.
Choreographers push the boundaries of dance, performance, film and installation in an evening of creative exploration.
Emerging choreographers showcase experimental dance work - sketches, unfinished pieces and works in progress.
Bibliotheek Alphen-Centrum celebrates Children's Book Week with activities for children aged six to twelve.
Wereldmuseum Leiden marks Día de Muertos with a special programme dedicated to the Mexican festival of remembrance, its cultural heritage and traditions.
During autumn half-term, Het Nationale Park De Hoge Veluwe offers a nature programme with outdoor activities and wildlife experiences.
Lumière Maastricht marks its 50th anniversary with a week of special screenings, events and activities.
A history festival across IJsselstein featuring traditional activities reimagined for today, perfect for families and friends.
A day festival at Fort Maarsseveen with music and activities for all ages.
National and European BBQ championships featuring wild game dishes, a market, food trucks, and children's activities in Het Nationale Park De Hoge Veluwe.
The Irish Festival brings Irish music, dance and culture to Theater De Tamboer in Hoogeveen.
Taste traditional dishes and drinks from centuries past at this medieval castle. Experience how people ate and drank in the Muiderslot's historic halls.
Drijfzand Festival at Drift BeachClub in Ermelo with Joe V, Yonaz, Jannik and Rebol.
Dordtse Cultuurnacht: museums, galleries and performance spaces across Dordrecht open for one night with theatre, live music and more.
The grand finale of Children's Book Week features dance, theater, and creative activities at Bibliotheek Rivierenland.
Annual family celebration in Gelderland with activities, culture and entertainment for all ages.
The bagpipe band Massed Pipes and Drums Market Garden leads a ceremonial march across the John Frost Bridge to Airborne Square in Arnhem.
The Big Draw Arnhem invites everyone to draw and create artworks together under the theme 'Make a Mark'.
A day exploring technical innovation and practical applications, designed for anyone interested in technology and its future.
All Inclusive Roosendaal is a festival on 8 October 2026 in Roosendaal featuring music and entertainment.
A walking tour through Lunteren with stops at local restaurants and cafés to sample dishes along the route.
A style dancing event in Veenendaal open to all levels, organized by Plezier voor Allen.
Guided cycling tour exploring queer history sites in the Zaanstreek, departing Sunday at 13:00 from Cultureel Centrum Bullekerk.
Two days of autumn fun with pumpkin carving and painting, traditional games, face painting, and a spooky route. Free entry for the whole family.
Zutphen's city centre celebrates Dutch bokbier with twenty venues, live music, and tastings across multiple squares.
The IFIKZ MaakMeeFestival celebrates Zaandam's paper heritage with hands-on making workshops and a storytelling boat tour during the autumn half-term opening weekend.
The IFIKZ MaakMeeFestival celebrates Zaandam's paper heritage with a week of activities and theatrical storytelling around paper.
An autumn walk through the Veluwe with local goat cheese and regional specialities, departing from Putten.
The Future Parade is an event at Bibliotheek Theek 5 in Oosterhout on 25 September 2026.
A dialect evening celebrating local culture with performances of music, stories and poems by regional artists from Bladel.
The IFIKZ MaakMeeFestival runs during autumn school holidays with the theme 'The Power of Zaandam Paper', culminating in a lights and art event at Wilhelminapark.
CW Productions marks a decade with a special anniversary celebration in Krommenie.
A children's festival during the autumn school holidays in Arnhem, featuring activities and entertainment for kids.
Annual fair in Putte's town centre featuring rides and attractions for all ages.
Local artists and creative studios welcome visitors during this art route through Borger-Odoorn.
The Krom & Lek Festival brings rock, metal, ska and punk to Wijk bij Duurstede with bands including MALAD, Bad Specs, Slik and HRFST.
Airborne Hop celebrates big band music and Lindy Hop, reviving the American dance culture that arrived in Europe during World War II.
A book festival and Fantasy Ball celebrating romantic fantasy literature and culture at Rotterdam's historic Laurenskerk.
Eye Filmmuseum's Filmsnacks for children with creative activities at the library, exploring expressiveness and imagination.
Build a beaver lodge, track wildlife, and master fire-making on this wild outdoor adventure in the Vreugderijkerwaard. A day packed with survival skills for young rangers.
Children's Book Week celebration in Oosterhout featuring reading and creative activities for kids around the theme 'Spotlight On'.
IFIKZ runs creative maaklabs in a former cardboard factory in Zaandam, where children and adults spend three hours making things with paper.
The winners of Kunstbende Flevoland perform at the Kunstbende Festival in Poppodium Corneel.
Outdoorpark SEC Almere offers daily changing activities during autumn half-term, including survival, archery and treasure hunts.
Fairy tale festival at Kasteel Doornenburg for children aged 4-8, featuring guided exploration of the castle from 17 to 25 October.
A festive day in Oud-Beijerland centred on cake and gardens, with a welcoming atmosphere for all visitors.
A festive evening at the library where children become the stars of the show during Children's Book Week.
A celebratory walk through Hilversum for LGBTQ+ pride, starting from De Oude Haven.
An autumn festival in the forest where badgers, squirrels and Scottish Highland cattle invite you to celebrate as they prepare for winter.
A solidarity march for the LGBTIQ+ community in Hilversum, departing from De Oude Haven. Registration required.
An event bringing Zoetermeer residents together to learn, exchange ideas and collaborate on creating a healthier, more social and sustainable community.
A talent festival for children aged 4-12 featuring workshops in rapping, set design and movement, followed by an open stage performance.
Create your own festive button at the Children's Book Ball. A creative activity for children aged 6 and up.
Matrixx Oktoberfest at Lingezegen features over twenty schlager and party music artists celebrating Bavarian-style festive cheer.
Pick your own fruit in the orchard at Fruitbedrijf en Landwinkel De Woerdt in Ressen, with fresh farm produce for sale.
Annual harvest festival in the courtyard of Doorwerth Castle, featuring stalls and a growing number of visitors.
A walking event in Nationaal Park de Hoge Veluwe where participants explore the diverse landscape of the Veluwe region.
The IFIKZ MaakMeeFestival opens with an interactive Story Room and Making Workshops where visitors co-create paper artworks and discover stories about Zaandam's paper heritage.
Autumn market at the Visitor Centre in the Renkums Beekdal valley with things to see, try and taste.
An open-studio event in Arnhem where you can visit artists in their studios, meet them directly, and purchase their work.
FlevoMeer Library in Emmeloord celebrates Coming Out Day on 9 and 10 October with activities about being yourself and connecting with others.
Kielzog in Hoogezand marks five years with the Lustrum Festival, a celebratory event marking this milestone.
A-Theater celebrates a century of theatre and music with an open afternoon featuring Grunneger Laidjesfestival winners and local musicians.
Annual one-day festival celebrating brass bands from the Altena region with live music and local community spirit.
Oktoberfest celebration in Zundert featuring live music from Alm Power and DJ Marc den Tenter on 10 October.
Local farms and shops around Noordbroek welcome visitors. Meet animals, pick fruit, taste cheese and discover the origins of your food.
Interactive experience square in Veenendaal where visitors discover what daily life is like for people with disabilities, part of National Accessibility Week.
Commemoration of 75 years of Moluccan history in the Netherlands with activities organized by Tifagroep Tahuri in Cuijk.
Spiegeltent Festival in Vuren - a festive celebration with performances and entertainment under the iconic spiegeltent.
A night of music and dancing in Boerdonk, running from 20:00 until 01:00.
A benefit day at an estate in Schaijk dedicated to horses, inspiration and connection for a charitable cause.
Emerging choreographers showcase their work at Dutch Dance Days in Tilburg. A platform for contemporary dance in the Grote Zaal.
A week of activities celebrating children's books and reading at Bibliotheek Theek 5 during the Children's Book Week 'Spot Aan'.
Tractor pulling competition in Boerdonk featuring participants competing with tractors and farm machinery.
Tilburg's inaugural three-day dance festival brings performances, street acts, workshops and community gatherings across the city and at the DansDome venue.
Grensdance is a party weekend organized by KPJ Nispen featuring music and dancing.
A waterside beer festival in Breda with craft beers from multiple breweries, live music, and food.
The Pride Walk marches through Breda on 10 October, a demonstration for equal rights and visibility of the queer community.
Meet local businesses from Laarbeek at this open day. An opportunity to get to know entrepreneurs and their activities in the municipality.
The JekerJazz Festival brings live jazz performances to multiple venues across Maastricht over an entire weekend.
Five years of Herfstbocken-slokke-loop: a festive day featuring beer tastings and the Kleintje Oktoberfest pop-up festival.
A festival of historical and cultural activities at the Schaapskooi, with a varied programme for enthusiasts.
Popronde Amersfoort showcases emerging musicians performing across multiple venues in the city centre.
Oktoberfest celebration with beer, music and festive atmosphere in Roosendaal.
The IFIKZ MaakMeeFestival in the Zaanstreek celebrates the history of Zaanstreek paper with a family programme running from 10 to 16 October.
Autumn festival showcasing regional products, wooden crafts, artisanal goods, beer tastings and live music in Brummen.
An annual art route through Natuurpark Lelystad, where artists have been showcasing their work for over two decades.
A boat tour through IJsselstein for children, filled with stories about the city's history, its castle, and local legends.
Halloween celebration in IJsselstein's city centre with eerie atmosphere and activities.
A festive market event around the observation tower with stalls, game meat specialties, live music, and a terrace to relax.
Theater Hofpoort hosts a children's theatre week with free activities for ages 2-12, including on-stage and behind-the-scenes experiences.
A convivial lunch gathering in Doldersum where you can enjoy good food and meet fellow diners.
A day packed with activities in Hoogeveen, with something for everyone.
Afrikaloop 2026 celebrates African culture, music and art at a festival in Hoogeveen.
Expeditie TOEN is a digital treasure hunt through Nijmegen's historic sites, using QR codes to reveal the city's past ahead of the TOEN Festival.
Dinosaur festival at Landgoed Tenaxx featuring a meet & greet with Naxxie and friends, plus a tour of the dinosaur park.
French theatre company ACQUAFORTE Compagnie brings a parade performance to Leeuwarden in October.
Follow a medieval pilgrim's route through the fortified city of Zutphen, passing city gates, fortification walls and historic buildings.
Annual operating day of the historic Putter Steam Pumping Station, where visitors can watch the machinery in action and get a close-up view of this engineering landmark.
Pink Brunch hosts a benefit brunch for Pink Ribbon, raising awareness about breast cancer and funds for research.
Jubilee celebration marking 50 years of nature restoration at Huis ter Heide nature reserve, with activities for the whole family.
Common Ground Festival 2026 takes place in Zwolle on 10 October.
AllyUP brings sports, creative and educational activities for children and young people to Almere's Stadhuisplein, with parents and carers welcome.
The annual fair in 't Zand features rides, games, and food for the whole family.
UQCF 2026 presents 'Smoke & Mirrors - The Pink Bubble', a queer cultural festival with performances, art and community at Villa Concordia.
Supafly Festival brings neo-soul, R&B, hip-hop and jazz to The Hague, featuring local talent alongside national and international artists.
The eighth edition of the Gouds SKAasfestival features five ska bands at StudioGonz. The previous edition sold out completely.
Fuego Festival brings Latin and Afro music to Leeuwarden with DJs, MCs, free dance workshops, and Latin food.
Oedipus Craft Space celebrates Oktoberfest with specially brewed beer, German-themed decor, and classic activities including Nageln and Steinholding, plus live music and entertainment all day.
Popronde is a touring music festival where dozens of Dutch bands and emerging artists perform across twenty venues in Assen in one night.
The seventeenth edition of the Irish Festival features Irish bands performing in Hoogeveen with traditional music and audience sing-alongs.
Oktoberfest celebration in Park Lingezegen with a festival tent, Schlagertent, and beer tables. Doors open from 14:00 to 21:00, party until 23:00.
The annual autumn fair in Tiel offers rides, games and food for the whole family.
Annual fair in Echt with rides, games, and food for the whole family.
Halloween fair with rides and attractions for all ages on Groeneveldselaan in Veenendaal.
Autumn fair on the Waalkade and Kelfkensbos featuring rides, games and food for families.
Annual fair in central Gilze with rides, games and food stalls across three locations.
The annual fair in Velserbroek features rides, games and food for families of all ages.
Halloween fair in Lelystad featuring attractions and a spooky vibe for families on 7 October.
A late summer fair with rides, games and food for the whole family at the Koemarkt.
Family-friendly autumn fair with rides, games and food on Torenplein.
The annual fair in Bakkum features rides, games and food for families of all ages.
Children's fair with rides and games on the Brink in Dwingeloo as part of the Dwingelermarkt.
The autumn fair in Amby features rides, food, and drinks on Severenplein.
The annual Batenburg fair features rides, games and food for families of all ages.
An autumn fair with rides, games and food on Lieve Vrouweplein in Didam.
Annual fair in Thorn featuring rides, food, and refreshments for families.
The annual fair in Gemonde features rides, games, and food for families on Kruisstraat.
Autumn fair on Pancratiusplein in Heerlen featuring rides, games and food for families.
Autumn fair in Hoofddorp with rides, games and food for the whole family.
The annual fair in Gennep offers rides, games, and food for the whole family.
A light art route around Almere's Weerwater that blends visual art and theatre performances for all ages.
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.
A season pass for Cultuurpodium Groene Engel offering free entry to at least 20 selected concerts and events from September 2026 to August 2027.
Metal festival featuring Demichron, Man as Plague, Once Mortals and Selfmachine at Toekomstmuziek.
A 90's rock celebration in Oss featuring local musicians performing hits from Nirvana, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Pearl Jam and more, plus DJs and a talent stage for young artists.
Indoor mini-festival featuring six bands at FLUOR in Amersfoort.
Uncloud marks a decade with an experimental music and performance art evening. Featuring Concepción Huerta, MONOCOLOR, Rafael Anton Irisarri and SPIME.IM at the Beatrixgebouw.
Eight classical concerts at Dorpskerk Voorschoten from March to November 2026, featuring soloists and ensembles from the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra and other renowned musicians.
A series of eight classical concerts at Dorpskerk Voorschoten from March to November 2026, featuring soloists and ensembles of international standing.
A culinary day in Maastricht where you taste local dishes, cook together, and exchange stories about tradition and connection.
A sticker hunt for children during Children's Book Week 2026 at ZB Middelburg.
Shopping Sunday in Meppel with Fashion in the City and a fashion show.
An outdoor nature exploration event at the Buitenplaats Het Loo estate, inviting visitors to discover the landscape and wildlife.
International night festival in Rotterdam with artists and DJs performing from late evening through early morning.
Cycle through the Gelderse Vallei's historic landscapes and enjoy a five-course culinary journey from coffee to dessert.
Harlingen Street Festival brings music, dance, theatre and circus acts to the city centre for the whole family.
De Nieuwe Kolk celebrates the end of Children's Book Week with a festival for ages 6-12. The 'Spotlight On!' theme puts both books and the children themselves in the spotlight.
Slot Loevestein becomes a Saint Nicholas castle where children and families can celebrate the festive season from mid-November through early December.
An open stage night featuring various artists at Theater de Speeldoos, free entry for all.
Open stage night featuring rotating artists at Theater de Speeldoos. Free admission for all.
Theater de Speeldoos welcomes artists of all styles to perform on its open stage. Free admission.
An open stage night featuring rotating artists at Theater de Speeldoos. Free admission for all.
Theater de Speeldoos welcomes diverse performers for a free open-stage evening.
Open stage night featuring rotating artists at Theater de Speeldoos. Free admission.
Theater de Speeldoos welcomes diverse performers for a free open stage evening.
Theater de Speeldoos welcomes diverse artists to perform on its open stage. Free admission for all.
Open stage night featuring various artists at Theater de Speeldoos, with free admission.
Open stage night featuring various artists at Theater de Speeldoos. Free admission for all.
Theater de Speeldoos hosts an open stage evening featuring diverse artists with free admission.
Open stage night featuring rotating artists at Theater de Speeldoos. Free admission for all.
Open stage night featuring various artists at Theater de Speeldoos, with free admission.
Theater de Speeldoos hosts an open stage evening featuring diverse artists with free admission.
A thrilling Halloween walk in Bladel where you dress up as scary as you can. Follow the journey of Black Kaat and experience a spooky adventure.
A festival dedicated to money, finance, and economics. Time to talk about money.
Let's Talk Money is Forum Groningen's major money festival, bringing financial themes and discussions to the forefront.
Tilburg's choirs perform at multiple venues across the city in this festive celebration of local vocal talent.
Lumière Cinema marks its 50th anniversary with classic films spanning six decades, followed by a seventies-themed party featuring disco, soul and funk.
Muiderslot dedicates a full month to history and heritage with a varied programme of activities and events.
De Vrouwejaars brings together female artists for an alternative New Year's Eve show mixing stand-up, comedy, cabaret and music with fresh perspectives on the year ahead.
A Helmond festival celebrating 1960s pop music with classic hits and artists from the era.
Every Sunday, Wereldmuseum Amsterdam hosts a celebration featuring music, dance, and culture from around the world.
The Binnendieze boat tour in 's-Hertogenbosch marks four decades with a special anniversary year.
The Amsterdam Museum marks its centenary with a hundred-day festival featuring workshops, guided tours, exhibitions at multiple venues, and complimentary cake.
BredaPhoto is a festival celebrating photography and video art across Breda throughout September and October.
A day-long celebration of Naarden's militia heritage and fortifications, with activities and exhibitions at the Nederlands Vestingmuseum.
Scouting Veendam celebrates a century of history, tracing its roots back to 1926 when the movement first began in the town.
Multi-day midsummer retreat aboard the Rode Swan on the Wadden Sea, centred on rest, reflection and connection with nature.
A four-course culinary tour through Helmond, with each course served at a different venue and a rotating menu that surprises without overwhelming.
A culinary walking dinner through Harlingen with four courses served across four restaurants: Grand Café De Reus, Zeezicht, Brasserie Braam and Grand Café De Zaak.
Men's Day in Zierikzee brings together impressive vehicles, live music and burgers for a day of male-oriented leisure and entertainment.
Rudolph van Veen brings a Christmas party packed with music and entertainment to Veenendaal.
A 7-kilometre walk through Otterlo with bockbier tastings and paired food stops. Choose your own starting point among three venues.
A flower festival showcasing the historic gardens of Kasteel-Museum Sypesteyn at their peak bloom.
A day of comedy and entertainment at Fort Maarsseveen featuring humorous performances and acts.
A seasonal dinner at Buitenplaats Doornburgh celebrating the harvest season and abundance.
A picture-book performance for children aged 3+ featuring the tale of Anansi the Spider and the Greedy Tiger at the Picture Book Festival.
Christmas market with festive activities on the historic grounds of Slot Zuylen in Oud-Zuilen.
A Christmas-themed winter festival with entertainment and festive atmosphere on the grounds of Paleis Soestdijk.
Elluf Elluf kicks off the carnival season in Oosterhout with music and traditional festivities.
Annual winter festival on Maastricht's Vrijthof square, bringing festive cheer and holiday atmosphere to the city centre.
Dit Is Helmond LIVE! is a festival with live music and entertainment at De Cacaofabriek.
Otakat celebrates Japanese pop culture with anime, manga, games and more at this Helmond festival.
A guided walking tour through Harlingen's historic centre with five stops at local bars and restaurants, featuring bock beer and snacks.
Night of Freestyle brings stunts, flips, fireworks and lasers to MECC Maastricht.
Experience the historic Kasteel de Haar transformed by stunning light installations that illuminate the castle and grounds after dark.
A three-day punk festival in Vlissingen with multiple live punk bands.
A monthly open-stage night where local artists and performers can showcase their work at Cultuurhuis Almere Buiten.
Monthly open stage for local artists and performers at Cultuurhuis Almere Buiten.
Local artists perform at this monthly open-stage night held on the last Friday of each month.
A monthly open-stage night on the last Friday of the month at Cultuurhuis Almere Buiten, where local performers can showcase their work.
Monthly open-stage night on the last Friday where local performers can showcase their work at Cultuurhuis Almere Buiten.
Children's Book Week across all locations: hunt for special books, solve puzzles, and take centre stage.
Children's Book Week celebration in Terheijden featuring reading and activities for kids around the theme 'Spotlight On'.
A family-friendly morning in Oosterhout with activities for children and parents, plus coffee.
A horror event with scares and a spooky atmosphere for those who love thrills and chills.
Sinterklaas celebrates his birthday in Breukelen with a festive family programme.
Three performers bring cabaret, music and humor together at Wolderhuus. Each brings their own style, but all aim to move, amuse and surprise the audience.
A cultural celebration of African heritage, art and identity taking place in Veenendaal.
Celtic Steps 2026 is an event in Veenendaal on 4 October featuring Celtic music and dance.
Children's Book Week celebration with reading and creative activities for kids centred on the theme 'Spotlight On' at Theek 5 Dongen.
Children's Book Week celebration at Theek 5 Made featuring reading and creative activities for kids around the theme 'Spotlight On'.
Free activities for children of all ages during the autumn half-term break in Nuenen.
The Rope Museum Oudewater marks 25 years with a full year of celebrations, featuring an exhibition and open days at the historic rope-making facility.
The Aardbeienterras becomes a Halloween celebration with free entry and family-friendly activities throughout October and November.
An evening celebrating German culture and music in Zevenaar.
First preliminary round of the Dutch humorous storytelling competition De Goeie To(o)n, organized by Stichting Klets en Zwets and Koninklijke Stadsharmonie Phileutonia in Helmond.
An evening celebrating Indonesian culture at the Strandtheater Houten Kaap in Ouddorp.
Children's Book Week 2026 at Budel Library celebrates young writers with the theme 'Spotlight On! We're Taking the Stage!' - a celebration of performance, theatre, song and dance.
A treasure hunt through the library's collection for children aged 4 to 12, part of Children's Book Week celebrations.
NewTechFestival Apeldoorn offers five weeks of interactive workshops and demonstrations exploring technical innovations at NewTechPark.
Taste local products and experience the Midden-Groningen region at De boer op!, held at De Scharrelderij.
Explore the historic Molen de Hoop mill during the Hanze Avonturen festival in Harderwijk on 10 September.
The Children's Book Week celebrates children's books with the theme 'Spotlight On' from 30 September to 11 October at the library.
NIRKODA marks 45 years with a celebratory programme in Veenendaal.
HOLOBIONT creates an immersive space where bodies and light converge in constant motion. An experience without fixed seating, where you lose and find yourself.
Dress up as your favourite storybook character and take silly photos at the photobooth in Winsum Library during October Children's Month.
Educational mudflat walk from Terp Hegebeintum to Wierbalg featuring an informative programme.
OERRR Wilde Buitendag is an outdoor event at landgoed Oud Groevenbeek in Ermelo with activities and entertainment in the natural surroundings.
Purmerend Library celebrates Children's Book Week with workshops, story times, and activities for young readers.
Five guided walks along the Zuiderwaterlinie through nature reserves, fortified landscapes and historical sites across different seasons.
At the IFIKZ MaakMeeFestival, children collaborate on paper artworks and discover stories about the heritage of Zaandam's famous paper industry.
Learn West African djembé techniques during an intensive weekend in Engwierum.
A communal dining experience where guests share a meal together at Boerderij Molenberg.
A day celebrating the connection between farming and nature at Boerderijwinkel Brabantse Hei in Hooge Mierde.
Saint Nicholas arrives in Maarssen by boat along the canals, followed by a celebratory ride through the village.
BRUVINO's autumn wine tasting event in Bruinisse features a selection of wines to sample and enjoy.
A day of Bavarian live music and festive cheer in Woerden, complete with traditional dress.
Interactive art installations, live electronics and performances in a converted factory in Nieuwegein.
Commemoration of the Airborne Landings at Ginkelse Heide featuring a military parachute drop and family activities.
Visit multiple theater performances at different venues across Oosterhout in one evening.
Saint Nicholas makes a festive arrival at Burgemeester van Houdtplein in Bladel, a traditional celebration for children and families.
A festive shopping Sunday with Sinterklaas and his helpers in Bladel Centrum, featuring live music and activities for children.
Jong X is a cultural event in Assen for young people interested in art, culture and social issues.
A lunch tasting event in Assen featuring a selection of different dishes to sample.
A celebration of potatoes and traditional farm life at a heritage farm museum in Putten.
An evening event with light installations and atmospheric activities at Winkelcentrum Putten.
Sinterklaas arrives at Winkelcentrum Putten with his helpers for a family celebration.
Music festival at Lukwelpark with performances by various artists.
Weekly Wednesday morning programme featuring storytelling, puppet play, music and creative activities in the Makerlab for babies and toddlers.
A fun afternoon of games and gnome-themed activities for children in Veenendaal.
An evening walk through Putten with lights for the whole family.
The Foute Pakjes Festival in Putten offers a day of hilarious and absurd activities for anyone who enjoys humor and nonsense.
Large open-air festival with music and family-friendly activities in Slotpark.
A culinary evening with food and drinks at Cultuurhuis Sijthoff in Leiden.
A light and art festival featuring installations and projections that transform the historic harbour town of Zierikzee into an illuminated landscape.
On the first Sunday of each month, cultural institutions in Wijk bij Duurstede welcome visitors for a tour of art, history and creative projects.
A week-long celebration of water and festivities in Sneek, featuring diverse activities and events.
A taste route through the regional products of 't Bildt in Friesland, where you can discover the best local produce.
A health and wellbeing event in Veenendaal focused on care and vitality.
A day celebrating Veenendaal's history, with a focus on the city's heritage and the stories that have shaped it.
Punk festival at the Annatheater featuring DRS Punk, a workshop, Beer & Biechten, and live music.
The Spekzullekes celebrate their jubilee with a traditional prince ball in Helmond.
The village of Scherpenzeel celebrates its 797th anniversary with a full day of community activities.
Maastricht celebrates Vastelaovend, its traditional carnival, from 7 to 9 February 2027 with festivities throughout the city.
The Harlinger Blues Festival brings blues artists together at Milûk for a day of live music.
Elst marks its 1300th anniversary in 2026 with a year-long programme of music, cultural, sporting and historical events for everyone.
A music festival in Veenendaal celebrating classic hits and beloved songs performed live.
Fuse takes the stage at (A)live in 2027, a music festival in Veenendaal.
Holland Dance Festival showcases dance talent from the Netherlands and abroad, with an international line-up at Veenendaal.
Restaurant Paisan presents a wine and appetizers evening in Hilversum's city garden.
Lisse offers a range of family-friendly activities during the autumn school holidays.
Afrovibes Festival marks its 20th anniversary with contemporary art, dance, music and spoken word from the African continent and diaspora, exploring the theme Liquid Traces | Vloeibare Sporen.
Breda's three-day queer festival celebrating LHBTQIA+ freedom and diversity, featuring shows, films and inspiring speakers.
A long-running annual blues festival on the island of Texel, organized by Muziekevenementen Den Burg.
The fifth edition of ALLUMINOUS Light Art Festival celebrates Almere's fiftieth anniversary with ten days of light installations and live music around the Weerwater.
