Theater Terra brings an adventurous take on Pippi and the Pirates to Leiden, a theatrical performance designed for children aged 6 and up.
Boom Chicago brings an English-language comedy night with international stand-up performers to Café Caat in Leiden.
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.
Internationally acclaimed artist Yuki Kihara presents her Dutch solo debut at Wereldmuseum Leiden with the exhibition Darwin in Paradise Camp.
Wereldmuseum Leiden marks Día de Muertos with a special programme dedicated to the Mexican festival of remembrance, its cultural heritage and traditions.
A theatre walk through Leiden that brings the 1574 siege and the city's liberation to life.
A journey through time and space at the Hortus botanicus: from the Big Bang to 2125, where science, art, and nature tell the story of life on Earth.
An exciting adventure at the National Museum of Antiquities where stone statues of monsters and mythical creatures have come alive. Will you dare to find them?
An exhibition exploring Suriname's rainforest, the threats it faces, and the wildlife and communities that depend on it.
Exhibition exploring Hanuman, the revered figure from Hindu mythology, and how his identity has evolved across different cultures and periods.
Interactive family route through Wereldmuseum Leiden with search, drawing and thinking challenges exploring the Time for Papua exhibition.
Exhibition bringing together art, history and contemporary issues around Papua, exploring identity, resilience and a sustainable future.
Scientists and artists investigate how we determine truth in an era of misinformation and artificial intelligence.
Sámi artists explore the relationship between people and land through works about nature, environmental change, and power in their territory.
An exhibition of the most celebrated works by artist Giselle Kuster, focusing on her time in Leiden.
Twelve mini-exhibitions at the Rijksmuseum van Oudheden, from Moroccan jewellery to Egyptian symbols and a Roman barber shop.
Theatre production SMAAKMAKERS at Theater Ins Blau in Leiden.
Exhibition exploring the historical connections between Japan and the Netherlands, housed in the former home of Philipp Franz von Siebold.
Museum De Lakenhal and The Phoebus Foundation showcase seventeenth-century art and nature through an imaginative exhibition designed by fashion designer Walter Van Beirendonck.
Kasper van der Laan tries out his new stand-up show 'Ruim' at Leidse Schouwburg.
Weekly guided tours of Pieterskerk in Leiden exploring centuries of history, hidden stories, and the notable figures connected to this historic church.
Exhibition exploring Papua's culture, history and contemporary connections at the Wereldmuseum Leiden.
The Wereldmuseum Leiden showcases an exhibition on the history and cultural significance of K-pop.
An exhibition about water and the history of science at the Rijksmuseum Boerhaave in Leiden.
Exhibition at the Rijksmuseum Boerhaave examining how artists and scientists approach the question of truth through different methods and perspectives.
Naturalis presents a new exhibition exploring Suriname's nature, wildlife, and the indigenous cultures that have thrived there for centuries.
Guided tour through the Hortus botanicus Leiden greenhouses, discovering houseplants in their natural environment.
Learn botanical art techniques and work with flowers as your subject in this creative workshop.
Twelve curated exhibitions in a single venue, featuring everything from Egyptian antiquities and Moroccan jewellery to contemporary art and personal narratives.
The TRC showcases a refreshed exhibition tracing paisley from its historical origins to its status as a globally recognized design icon.
A monthly book swap in Leiden where you can exchange books with other readers.
Vinyl enthusiasts gather at Café 't Praethuys to spin records and enjoy music together.
Learn the Japanese art of kintsugi - repairing broken pottery with gold - in this hands-on workshop.
Informal and relaxed gatherings of Zociëteit in Leiden.
Guided tour of the Hortus botanicus Leiden greenhouses exploring remarkable houseplants and how to care for them.
Learn to create a kokedama, a moss ball with a plant, using this traditional Japanese technique in a hands-on workshop.
An exhibition titled 'Vrolijk geef ik toe' at Cultuurhuis Sijthoff in Leiden.
Exhibition of sacred textiles from Saudi Arabia, revealing the significance of fabrics at two of Islam's most important pilgrimage sites.
Weekly guided tour of the Pilgrim Museum in Leiden led by curator Sarah Moine. English only, maximum 8 participants.
A journey through time and space where science, art and nature combine to tell the story of life on Earth, from the Big Bang to 2125 and beyond.
An exhibition showcasing 15 artists, each bringing their own distinctive style and artistic method.
Introductory bouldering evening in Leiden for beginners interested in trying this dynamic climbing sport.
Weekly guided tour of Pieterskerk in Leiden exploring centuries of history and notable figures. Drop in anytime, no booking required.
Guided viewing of Chris Lebeau's murals in Leiden's Old Catholic Church, early 20th-century artworks that have endured for almost a hundred years.
A guided autumn garden tour in Leiden, offered every Saturday morning from late September through December.
Flexible sewing lessons on a punch card at VNTG Atelier in Leiden. For those with basic skills, available Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday mornings.
Learn the graphic technique of stencil printing with artist Rob van Es. Cut stencils, roll them with acrylic paint, and create your own prints.