NH MetalFest XL brings six metal bands to Poppodium De Kade, from death and thrash to extreme metal.
A festival of creative art activities at Cpunt Hoofddorp designed for children.
The Debut 2026 showcases emerging artists performing for the first time at LUX in Nijmegen.
Theater de Speeldoos hosts an open stage evening featuring diverse performers with free admission.
An interactive festival for young adults navigating the transition to adulthood, covering education, employment, and life skills.
The Sint Maarten Parade winds through Utrecht with light sculptures, orchestras, choirs and theatrical performances for all ages.
A guided walk across Werkeiland Lelystad featuring classical music performances, led by an IVN nature guide.
The tenth edition of the iAfrica Film Festival comes to Groningen on 16 October 2026 as a satellite screening event.
Three-day festival in Orvelte featuring stories, music and culture from around the world.
Walibi dresses up its attractions in Halloween style for a family-friendly celebration of thrills and chills.
Popronde is a touring music festival where dozens of Dutch bands and artists perform across twenty venues in Middelburg in one night.
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 children's fair on Steenwijk's Markt featuring rides and games for kids.
The annual fair in Breukelen offers rides, games and food for families of all ages.
The annual Amstelveen fair brings rides, games and food stalls for the whole family.
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.
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 large indoor bouncy castle festival with many inflatable attractions for children at Martiniplaza.
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.
Cycle through the Gelderse Vallei's historic landscapes and enjoy a five-course culinary journey from coffee to dessert.
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, with free admission.
Theater de Speeldoos hosts an open stage evening featuring diverse artists with free admission.
Theater de Speeldoos welcomes diverse performers for a free open-stage evening.
A four-course culinary tour through Helmond, with each course served at a different venue and a rotating menu that surprises without overwhelming.
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.
Rudolph van Veen brings a Christmas party packed with music and entertainment to Veenendaal.
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.
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.
Night of Freestyle brings stunts, flips, fireworks and lasers to MECC Maastricht.
A day-long celebration of Naarden's militia heritage and fortifications, with activities and exhibitions at the Nederlands Vestingmuseum.
Muiderslot dedicates a full month to history and heritage with a varied programme of activities and events.
An evening walk through Goffertpark featuring audiovisual art installations that blend art, nature and science around a unifying theme.
The National Military Museum in Soest offers family activities throughout the autumn holiday.
Taste traditional dishes and drinks from centuries past at this medieval castle. Experience how people ate and drank in the Muiderslot's historic halls.
Wereldmuseum Leiden marks Día de Muertos with a special programme dedicated to the Mexican festival of remembrance, its cultural heritage and traditions.
ESID 2026 is an event for professionals and enthusiasts on 14 October at the MECC in Maastricht.
Monthly open stage for local artists and performers at Cultuurhuis Almere Buiten.
Free activities for children of all ages during the autumn half-term break in Nuenen.
A flower festival showcasing the historic gardens of Kasteel-Museum Sypesteyn at their peak bloom.
Scouting Veendam celebrates a century of history, tracing its roots back to 1926 when the movement first began in the town.
A 7-kilometre walk through Otterlo with bockbier tastings and paired food stops. Choose your own starting point among three venues.
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.
Christmas market with festive activities on the historic grounds of Slot Zuylen in Oud-Zuilen.
Tilburg's choirs perform at multiple venues across the city in this festive celebration of local vocal talent.
Annual winter festival on Maastricht's Vrijthof square, bringing festive cheer and holiday atmosphere to the city centre.
Craft Beer Festival Indoor showcasing specialty beers from Dutch breweries at De Cacaofabriek.
Dit Is Helmond LIVE! is a festival with live music and entertainment at De Cacaofabriek.
Elluf Elluf kicks off the carnival season in Oosterhout with music and traditional festivities.
During autumn half-term, Het Nationale Park De Hoge Veluwe offers a nature programme with outdoor activities and wildlife experiences.
A picture-book performance for children aged 3+ featuring the tale of Anansi the Spider and the Greedy Tiger at the Picture Book Festival.
A Christmas-themed winter festival with entertainment and festive atmosphere on the grounds of Paleis Soestdijk.
A history festival across IJsselstein featuring traditional activities reimagined for today, perfect for families and friends.
National and European BBQ championships featuring wild game dishes, a market, food trucks, and children's activities in Het Nationale Park De Hoge Veluwe.
CW Productions marks a decade with a special anniversary celebration in Krommenie.
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.
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.
A Helmond festival celebrating 1960s pop music with classic hits and artists from the era.
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.
IFIKZ runs creative maaklabs in a former cardboard factory in Zaandam, where children and adults spend three hours making things with paper.
Fairy tale festival at Kasteel Doornenburg for children aged 4-8, featuring guided exploration of the castle from 17 to 25 October.
A week-long celebration of water and festivities in Sneek, featuring diverse activities and events.
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.
Annual fair in Putte's town centre featuring rides and attractions for all ages.
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.
An evening celebrating Indonesian culture at the Strandtheater Houten Kaap in Ouddorp.
Lisse offers a range of family-friendly activities during the autumn school holidays.
A family-friendly morning in Oosterhout with activities for children and parents, plus coffee.
Oktoberfest celebration with beer, music and festive atmosphere in Roosendaal.
Saint Nicholas arrives in Maarssen by boat along the canals, followed by a celebratory ride through the village.
On the first Sunday of each month, cultural institutions in Wijk bij Duurstede welcome visitors for a tour of art, history and creative projects.
Natuurmonumenten offers excursions to Bird Island in the Zwarte Meer, where you can observe dozens of bird species, butterflies, and deer from the bird-watching hut.
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.
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.
Saint Nicholas makes a festive arrival at Burgemeester van Houdtplein in Bladel, a traditional celebration for children and families.
A horror event with scares and a spooky atmosphere for those who love thrills and chills.
A day of Bavarian live music and festive cheer in Woerden, complete with traditional dress.
The IFIKZ MaakMeeFestival in the Zaanstreek celebrates the history of Zaanstreek paper with a family programme running from 10 to 16 October.
A cultural celebration of African heritage, art and identity taking place in Veenendaal.
A health and wellbeing event in Veenendaal focused on care and vitality.
The village of Scherpenzeel celebrates its 797th anniversary with a full day of community activities.
Celtic Steps 2026 is an event in Veenendaal on 4 October featuring Celtic music and dance.
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.
BRUVINO's autumn wine tasting event in Bruinisse features a selection of wines to sample and enjoy.
A light and art festival featuring installations and projections that transform the historic harbour town of Zierikzee into an illuminated landscape.
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.
Afrikaloop 2026 celebrates African culture, music and art at a festival in Hoogeveen.
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.
Elst marks its 1300th anniversary in 2026 with a year-long programme of music, cultural, sporting and historical events for everyone.
Five guided walks along the Zuiderwaterlinie through nature reserves, fortified landscapes and historical sites across different seasons.
A children's festival during the autumn school holidays in Arnhem, featuring activities and entertainment for kids.
Family archaeology activity day with stories, hands-on crafts, and demonstrations of prehistoric techniques during the autumn school holidays.
A weekend celebration of storytelling in Drouwenerveen, where 25 Graden Noord brings together tellers and listeners.
Growly Games celebrates its launch with a tournament in Assen, open to gamers of all levels.
Children carve and hollow out pumpkins during October Children's Month, a classic autumn activity in Midwolda.
A Halloween fair for children up to 12 years old with a carousel, bumper cars and more.
Over 40 artists open their studios across Zutphen, De Hoven and Warnsveld. Visit their workspaces on foot or by bike and meet the creators behind the art.
Weekly Wednesday morning programme featuring storytelling, puppet play, music and creative activities in the Makerlab for babies and toddlers.
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.
An annual art route through Natuurpark Lelystad, where artists have been showcasing their work for over two decades.
A day celebrating the connection between farming and nature at Boerderijwinkel Brabantse Hei in Hooge Mierde.
A taste route through the regional products of 't Bildt in Friesland, where you can discover the best local produce.
A celebration of potatoes and traditional farm life at a heritage farm museum in Putten.
Maastricht celebrates Vastelaovend, its traditional carnival, from 7 to 9 February 2027 with festivities throughout the city.
Visit multiple theater performances at different venues across Oosterhout in one evening.
The Harlinger Blues Festival brings blues artists together at Milûk for a day of live music.
Music festival at Lukwelpark with performances by various artists.
A boat tour through IJsselstein for children, filled with stories about the city's history, its castle, and local legends.
Large open-air festival with music and family-friendly activities in Slotpark.
An evening event with light installations and atmospheric activities at Winkelcentrum Putten.
Sinterklaas arrives at Winkelcentrum Putten with his helpers for a family celebration.
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.
Autumn festival showcasing regional products, wooden crafts, artisanal goods, beer tastings and live music in Brummen.
Kielzog in Hoogezand celebrates its lustrum with a special children's party.
Watch birds of prey soar freely above the park in this spectacular show at Dinopark & Landgoed Tenaxx in Wedde.
The Lelystad Sing-Along Festival brings an evening of Dutch and English hits to Poppodium Corneel, where the audience sings along enthusiastically.
Restaurant Paisan presents a wine and appetizers evening in Hilversum's city garden.
A light art route around Almere's Weerwater that blends visual art and theatre performances for all ages.
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.