The Sally Family Festival celebrates the 25th anniversary of This Beautiful Mess's debut album with a vinyl reissue and live performances from the band, Cape Sleep, Mensenkinderen and Rick de Gier/Ponoka.
Wasted Youth Club celebrates the release of their album 'Frantic Living' with live music, art exhibitions and DJ sets in their hometown Arnhem.
The Hûnekopfestival brings DE HÛNEKOP and other artists together at Poppodium Iduna for an evening of live music.
FLUOR hosts a hip-hop evening with headliner Krulle, guests MocroManiac and Djani, six selected acts and House of HipHop performers across two stages, plus a grime session and open mic.
Hip-hop and rap festival featuring Bilal Wahib, Bizzey, Lil Kleine and Samuel Welten at the Indoor-Sportcentrum.
Bunkertor fest brings goth, wave, EBM and industrial music with live acts XTORT, Minusheart, Tigerjunge and Zeroy Cruciatum, closing with DJ 80.
Lollyfretters take the stage at Poppodium Iduna as part of the Hûnekopfestival in Drachten.
Six artists perform at Popronde Dordrecht in Bibelot: MAYTE, Igor, KRAM, Amani, Duygu Alkan and xico each play their own set. Free admission.
A nationwide theatre festival with performances created specifically for children by different theatre companies.
A nostalgia-driven hip-hop and rap festival featuring Dutch artists from the 2000s, including Lange Frans, Keizer and Yes-r at the Maassilo.
Popronde brings two funky acts to Muziekpodium DJS in Dordrecht: JLK & _heART.felt (soul/funk/R&B) and Kidd Nebula & The Voodoo-Funk Conspiracy (space funk/jazz). Free entry.
Theater de Speeldoos welcomes diverse performers for a free evening of varied entertainment.
Short film clips are accompanied live by improvised organ music in this unique festival.
Medieval crafts and knight activities at Muiderslot castle, featuring music, demonstrations, and interactive workshops for visitors.
A culinary evening where you visit four restaurants in Ede and taste dishes from each.
A hands-on outdoor adventure for children: build shelters, track animals, and master fire-making at this nature centre day.
Classical organ music and film screenings combine in this festival at Stevenskerk.
Dutch Design Week is Northern Europe's largest design festival, featuring ten days of exhibitions, workshops and presentations across Eindhoven.
The Hûnekopfestival returns to Poppodium Iduna in Drachten with afternoon and evening programmes. The evening edition features De Hûnekop and other acts, with separate tickets required for each programme section.
Pick your own pumpkin at this family-friendly harvest festival featuring traditional crafts and seasonal activities.
Saturday ticket for Wild Festival Groningen on October 17, 2026 with access to one of two sessions (13:00-17:00 or 18:00-22:00) including a glass and bottle of water.
Session 2 of Wild Festival 2026 at Em2 with live music and performances from 13:00 to 17:00.
Session 3 of Wild Festival 2026 at Em2 with live music and performances from 18:00 to 22:00.
Launch party for the 'Wandering Dramaturgies' project featuring performances, music and networking for artists.
Ramblin' Roots is an americana, blues and roots music festival at TivoliVredenburg in Utrecht, now in its eleventh edition.
The third edition of Magic of the South brings fantasy to life with writing workshops and interactive magical games at HuB.Bibliotheek Kerkrade.
Local writers from the Achterhoek region present and sell their work at the library. Advance registration required.
Introduction to Dungeons & Dragons through a one-shot session at the Magic of the South festival in Kerkrade.
Halloween afternoon with activities and games designed for children at CION Vlaardingen.
A day dedicated to cello: performances, workshops and masterclasses for players and enthusiasts of all levels.
Pumpkin Days at Museum Klok & Peel with the theme 'Enchanted Gardens'. Daily programme in the museum and activities at Asten Centre and Midas shopping centre.
Mushroom Festival at Landgoed Ennemaborg featuring over 250 fungal species and family-friendly activities in the forest.
Annual Roman Festival featuring gladiator fights, storytelling, and a Roman soldier school on the square outside Bibliotheek Elst.
Fajtfest Fryslân brings the Czech metal and core festival to Leeuwarden, featuring bands including Crippled Fingers, Disdain and Nonsense.
An autumn fair on the Oude Kerkplein featuring wild game, nature and local crafts.
The Indian Light Foundation celebrates Divali in Zaandam, bringing together residents and local organizations to mark the festival of lights with an emphasis on community unity and cultural exchange.
Watch draft horses compete in traditional ploughing demonstrations at this authentic working-horse event in Orvelte.
Annual festival in Frederiksoord celebrating the region's colonization heritage through crafts, historical activities and cultural performances.
An autumn festival in Zuidvelde with music, activities and outdoor nature experiences.
Pier15 Skatepark marks 12.5 years with a night of live music and celebration.
Autumn fair at Chasseveld in Breda with rides, games and food for the whole family.
HalloQueen is a Halloween party with drag performances, a voguing workshop, and a costume contest in Ede.
Multiple rock bands perform at the Twents Little Rock Festival in Almelo.
The inaugural wine festival of the Zaanstreek region, featuring dozens of wines and bites from local food businesses.
An industrial and darkwave festival featuring electro-industrial acts and new wave, with DJ 80 spinning alternative 80s classics to close the evening.
Bevrijdingsstomp #2 brings a diverse line-up of live bands to Slachthuis Haarlem, from satanic bluegrass to grindcore and political hardcore.
Parker Fans and a curated lineup of international acts celebrate the third Parker Fest around the theme 'swimming pool' at Skatecafe.
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.
A children's fair with rides and games on Marktplein in Hilversum.
A children's fair featuring rides and games in Gerwen.
Annual fair with rides, games and food for the whole family at Klamptweid.
The annual fair in Bunde features rides, games and food for families on Sint Agnesplein.
Tribute bands of Foo Fighters, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Pearl Jam, Green Day, Blink-182 and Muse perform their biggest hits at the Legends of Rock Tribute Festival in Hengelo.
Halloween fair in Volkspark featuring rides and a haunted house for families.
The annual fair in Boskant features rides, games and food for the whole family.
The annual Puiflijk fair features rides, games, and food for the whole family.
The annual fair in Beringe features rides, games and food for families of all ages.
The annual fair in Kapellebrug features rides, games, and food for families of all ages.
Halloween fair with rides and a haunted house on Van der Hagenstraat in Zoetermeer, specially set up for families.
The autumn fair on the Markt in Hoensbroek features rides, games and food for the whole family.
The annual Petten fair features rides, games, and food for families of all ages.
Autumn fair with rides, games and food for the whole family on Prins Willem Alexanderplein.
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.
NH MetalFest XL brings six metal bands to Poppodium De Kade, from death and thrash to extreme metal.
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.
Travel fair at Martiniplaza featuring travel-oriented activities and inspiration for travellers.
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.
Bunkertorfest at Bunker Gemert with XTORT, Minusheart, Tigerjunge, Zeroy Cruciatum and DJ80.
Cycle through the Gelderse Vallei's historic landscapes and enjoy a five-course culinary journey from coffee to dessert.
Hybrid Festival 2026 in Groningen has been cancelled.
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.
Theater de Speeldoos hosts an open stage evening featuring diverse performers with free admission.
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.
An interactive festival for young adults navigating the transition to adulthood, covering education, employment, and life skills.
Oktofest returns to Groningen with beer, music and Bavarian-style festivities.
Roezemoes is a children's theatre festival in Veghel, part of the National Children's Theatre Week.
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.
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.
Interactive weekend exploring prehistoric life with hands-on activities like fire-making and rock painting. Open to all ages.
A rock festival at the Nationaal Hippisch Centrum in Ermelo with live music and entertainment.
Two-day symposium on dramaturgy with workshops, discussions and a launch event for the publication Wandering Dramaturgies on 17 October.
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.
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.
Fairy tale festival at Kasteel Doornenburg for children aged 4-8, featuring guided exploration of the castle from 17 to 25 October.
The tenth edition of the iAfrica Film Festival comes to Groningen on 16 October 2026 as a satellite screening event.
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.
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.
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.
A Halloween fair for children up to 12 years old with a carousel, bumper cars and more.
Three-day festival in Orvelte featuring stories, music and culture from around the world.
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.
Walibi dresses up its attractions in Halloween style for a family-friendly celebration of thrills and chills.
A music and art festival in the small Drenthe village of Exloo.
A day of beer in a vintage bus through Zevenbergen - the fourth edition of the Proost BierTour.
Halloween Days in Best featuring pumpkin carving, a Halloween market, and terrace activities on October 17-18.
Four tribute bands take the stage: Magnetica, Megaseth, Player and The Covernant perform their favourite songs at Scum.
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.
Autumn festival showcasing regional products, wooden crafts, artisanal goods, beer tastings and live music in Brummen.
The Lelystad Sing-Along Festival brings an evening of Dutch and English hits to Poppodium Corneel, where the audience sings along enthusiastically.
Family-friendly autumn fair with rides, games and food at Stadscentrum SuyderSee.
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.
A two-day pop festival in Oirlo featuring established and emerging Dutch acts. Zomaarpop celebrates its 33rd edition with a mix of national and regional talent.
The annual fair in Venlo's city centre offers rides, games and food for the whole family.
Autumn fair with rides, games and food stalls on the Grote Markt and Gouvernementsplein in Bergen op Zoom.
