Band of Horses performs a special anniversary show celebrating 20 years of their debut album Everything All the Time.
Bökkers delivers raw rock 'n roll with their album 'Nooit Meer Noar Huus' in Groningen.
Grandmaster Flash, one of hip-hop's founding pioneers, performs at SPOT/De Oosterpoort in Groningen.
Legendary DJ and hip-hop pioneer Grandmaster Flash performs live at SPOT Groningen.
Grandmaster Flash, a pioneering figure in hip-hop history, performs at De Oosterpoort. An essential show for fans of classic hip-hop.
Bökkers performs live at SPOT Groningen.
Dutch ensemble De Kift performs 'De eenzame', blending world literature, punk, pop and theatre into an emotionally charged show.
Bökkers delivers raw rock 'n roll in Groningen with their show 'Nooit Meer Noar Huus'.
Herman van Veen performs his show 'Today', featuring stories, songs and moments of wonder at the Stadsschouwburg Groningen.
Herman van Veen performs live at SPOT Groningen with an evening of his own work.
Housequake, the DJ duo of Roog and Erick E, brings an evening of house classics. A dance phenomenon that generations of clubbers have grown up with.
Sons of the Culture Clash unites Rudeboy and dj DNA for a night of bold, unconventional music at Simplon.
Singer-songwriter Nobu blends hip-hop and emo-rap on his Highs & Lows Clubtour, bringing his distinctive sound to venues across the Netherlands.
The Voice finalist Thijs Veldhuis performs an intimate evening of piano ballads.
A large indoor bouncy castle festival with many inflatable attractions for children at Martiniplaza.
An evening celebrating the history of house music with DJs and dancing guests at Simplon.
Herman van Veen performs Vandaag, a musical evening blending storytelling, songs and reflection.
The European Hanseatic Ensemble performs Renaissance and Baroque vocal and instrumental music with period instruments and Baroque organ at the Lutherse Kerk.
Experimental post-punk trio from London performing in Groningen.
Travel fair at Martiniplaza featuring travel-oriented activities and inspiration for travellers.
The European Hanseatic Ensemble performs music from the Hanseatic League under the direction of Manfred Cordes.
Mr. Jones and Just In Case take the stage together with their collaborative show 'From Here To Las Vegas' at Martiniplaza.
A dance performance by Simone de Jong Company exploring solitude and homecoming, with versions created for children aged 2 to 7.
Géonne Hartman performs at Der Aa-Theater in Groningen.
Hybrid Festival 2026 in Groningen has been cancelled.
Dutch band Wounded (NL) performs atmospheric melancholic rock at Vera.
Dutch comedian Rogier Bak performs an evening of stand-up comedy at Comedy Club Wicked Groningen.
Danish hardcore punk band Status Symbol performs at Vera.
Multi-session pass for the Wild Festival 2026 in Groningen with access to three sessions across Friday and Saturday, including a drink and water each day.
Session 1 of Wild Festival, a music festival at Em2 with a complimentary drink and water included.
Singer-songwriter Géonne Hartman crafts intimate songs with careful attention to detail and nuance.
Mystery Ensemble brings the iconic film scores from Harry Potter to life in a live concert in Groningen. A family-friendly evening of magical music.
A music-themed bingo night on the terrace boat in Groningen, combining classic hits with the fun of bingo.
Oktofest returns to Groningen with beer, music and Bavarian-style festivities.
The tenth edition of the iAfrica Film Festival comes to Groningen on 16 October 2026 as a satellite screening event.
Katja Heitmann's contemporary dance piece 'Motus Mori: Perpetuum' explores movement and mortality at the Grand Theatre.
Discover the art of film grime in this hands-on workshop for children aged 8 and up. Work as a special make-up artist and explore how grime is used in movies.
Get hands-on experience creating special-effects makeup for film in this workshop designed for children aged 8 and up.
PINK PILLOW takes the stage in Groningen on 26 September 2026.
Off Hook marks five years with a special jubilee edition of WOODY in Groningen.
A guided walking tour through Groningen starting from the Grote Markt. Discover the city's history and highlights.
Twenty-five visual artists explore their relationship with Groningen's City Park through works displayed in MartiniPlaza's theatre lounge.
Three artists showcase their personal visions of reality in this Groningen exhibition.
An interactive event where you create imaginary gifts and let your imagination soar. Play along and invent anything you can dream up.
A creative afternoon of autumn activities: crafting with leaves, pumpkins and seasonal materials.
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.
Award-winning singer and songwriter Janne Schra takes the stage at De Oosterpoort in Groningen.
Chorwerk Ruhr celebrates female composers across the centuries in this choral concert.
Japanese psychedelic band TŌ YŌ takes the stage at Vera with a support act.
A comic performance by Het Laagland exploring vulnerability and strength, designed for children aged 4 and up.
De Stadsgalerie Groningen presents an exhibition of large-scale paintings at Martiniplaza.
Exhibition at Forum Groningen exploring the life and legacy of Marilyn Monroe, a century after her birth.
Monthly Flanor lecture featuring writer Yael van der Wouden on Tuesday, September 8 at Forum Groningen.
A musical bingo night aboard the terrace boat in Groningen, where hits and fun combine on the water.
DJ Leedsizzer plays pop, rock, disco, new wave and world music on Sunday afternoon in Groningen.
An interactive dinner theatre where you solve a murder case while enjoying a three-course meal - choose your role as observer, suspect, or investigator.
ElectricClouds returns with music, dance and drinks in a lively atmosphere at Fixy in central Groningen.
ElectricClouds Club Night at Fixy with DJs Billy, bisoux, Elliot Kings, JAEDI, Levi, manon and Stamppot.
Try out board games for an evening at Forum Groningen. Meet fellow board game enthusiasts and discover new games to play together.
Discover how Loeki de Leeuw comes to life: a behind-the-scenes look at over fifty years of stop-motion animation and digital effects at Storyworld.
An exhibition at Universiteitsmuseum Groningen exploring the history and operations of a centuries-old society.
GRID Grafisch Museum showcases graphic design from the 1980s in an exhibition that feels unexpectedly contemporary.
Interactive children's exhibition exploring play and domestic life, part of October Children's Month in Groningen.
Weekly pubquiz hosted by Northern Sky Events featuring questions on current events, history, language, and biology. Bring your team and compete to be the cleverest in the room.
Weekly pub quiz by Northern Sky Events featuring questions on news, history, language, and biology. Test your team's knowledge and compete for the top spot.
Weekly pubquiz by Northern Sky Events featuring questions on news, history, language and biology. Bring your team and compete to be the cleverest in the bar.
Weekly pubquiz by Northern Sky Events featuring questions on news, history, language, and biology. Bring your team and compete to be the cleverest in the bar.
GRID Grafisch Museum showcases graphic design from the 1980s in an exhibition that feels unexpectedly contemporary.
A refreshed presentation of works from the Groninger Museum's collection dedicated to De Ploeg, the artists' association founded in Groningen in 1918.
Twelve international artists present work in the Onlanden during the fifth edition of Into Nature, exploring the relationship between art and water.
Exhibition featuring 25 visual artists exploring their relationship with Groningen's City Park, displayed in MartiniPlaza's theatre lounge.
Learn the fundamentals of analogue animation and make your own flipbook in this hands-on workshop for children aged 7 and up.
Free beginner course teaching computer and internet skills.
Pub Heroes brings epic adventures with friends in a cozy pub atmosphere, minus the real perils.
Team up to program a LEGO Mindstorms robot in this hands-on workshop. Every Wednesday at Wonderland, free to join.
Jubilee exhibition at the University Museum celebrating 225 years of the Royal Society for Physics in Groningen.
Chef Steven Klein Nijenhuis brings his Herberg Onder de Linden to Groningen for the first Wijck Invites event, marking a decade of his distinctive restaurant.
An exhibition exploring Marilyn Monroe's life and enduring cultural impact, presented at Forum Groningen a century after her birth.
Guided tour of Groningen's Jewish cemeteries exploring traditions, monument symbolism, and the stories of the local Jewish community.
A monthly story time session for toddlers and young children at Wonderland, held on the third Thursday of each month.
Drop in to the Smartlab at Forum Groningen and try hands-on activities in this creative workshop space.
Weekly creative workshop at the Medialab with craft projects, bracelet-making and watercolour painting for children aged 6 and up.
A guided bike tour through Groningen where you explore the city on two wheels and discover its highlights.
Repair your damaged clothing on-site at Forum Groningen. A hands-on workshop where you learn to fix your favourite garments yourself.
Hands-on workshop where you operate 3D printers and laser cutters under the guidance of a Smartlab instructor.
Drop in to collect measuring tools and map your own neighbourhood at this free, open session.
Morning programme for babies and toddlers featuring a story reading and playtime.
Kunstuitleen Groningen presents a selection of works by artist Harry Markusse.
A guided city walk through Groningen exploring its history and contemporary character.
Kunstpunt Groningen presents the exhibition Now at Kunstpunt, featuring contemporary art.
An exploration of what we lose as technology takes over more and more of our daily tasks.
Julius T. Chase presents 'The Elephant in the Room', an exhibition featuring work by Ted Träger in Groningen.
A celebration of five years of Stadsgalerie, the artist-run gallery collective in Groningen.
Digital interactive family tour during October Children's Month in Groningen.
Guided tour of Baxbier Brewery with beer tasting. Offered daily Wednesday to Sunday at 4:30 PM, lasting about 45 minutes with three samples included.
Drop in to the studio during October Children's Month and make your own art.
+ 3 more long-running events — see the calendar.