Reinier Zonneveld delivers an eight-hour live electronic set at the Loveland festival in Amsterdam.
VERA celebrates the Groningen dialect with three bands: StAD (indie pop), Steernvanger (folk), and Olaf Vos (hip-hop) - all performing in Grunnegs.
A children's festival in Alkmaar with music, activities, and entertainment for kids of all ages.
The 17th Bergs Blues Festival brings an afternoon of blues artists to Gebouw-T in Bergen op Zoom.
Free music festival in Gouda on 25 October: five bands from avant-garde rock to electronic funk at So What!, starting at 14:00.
DGTL is an electronic music festival at Kromhouthal with performances from artists including Folamour.
An evening combining music, art and performance at Kunstlinie. Hondsdol brings together different artistic forms in an experimental setting.
Book of Returns presents an afternoon of memory and listening: a Deep Listening into Dreams workshop with Dario Calderone and electronic performances by the KHZ Kollektiv.
A day of music featuring singers and musicians at Concertgebouw De Vereeniging.
Monthly showcase for local acts in Zaandam featuring Bring The Joints, Trashwood and Package of Goodies.
Two electronic music festivals organized by Amsterdam Dance Event at Westweelde, featuring The Gardens of Babylon and The Seekers of Light.
An interactive music festival for children where the audience joins in the fun at the Willem Twee Toonzaal.
Traditional Bavarian beer and festive cheer at Oktoberfest in Swifterbant.
The Dance Palace is a dance event at Zonnehuis, organized by Amsterdam Dance Event.
A walking route through six pubs in Ede featuring live folk music, craft beer and snacks, ending with a closing celebration.
Second Wind is a music festival at RADION Amsterdam featuring a diverse line-up of DJs and live acts.
An open-air festival at Amsterdam's Thuishaven site with live music, food and drinks.
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.
Open stage night featuring rotating artists at Theater de Speeldoos. Free admission.
Autumn edition of Proeven in Wijk: restaurants in the city centre serve special dishes with drinks and local stories.
A nostalgic festival celebrating 1980s and 1990s music and entertainment at De Nijverheid in Utrecht.
A culinary evening where you visit four restaurants in Ede and taste dishes from each.
Discover how Dordrecht residents approached health, nutrition and wellbeing throughout history. Explore their attitudes toward illness, movement and mental health.
Trick-or-treat and treasure hunt through Tolberg-oost on Halloween. Perfect for families and friends exploring the neighbourhood together.
A history festival across IJsselstein featuring traditional activities reimagined for today, perfect for families and friends.
Theatre performances for children at Theater De Tamboer. The KinderTheaterFestival brings together various acts for young audiences.
A children's festival during the autumn school holidays in Arnhem, featuring activities and entertainment for kids.
The Lambertuskerk in Beers becomes a Bavarian-style beer hall for the night, with beer, music and festive cheer until 1:00 AM.
Delfzijl becomes a Bavarian celebration hub with full Oktoberfest spirit. No trip to Germany needed - the harbour town delivers authentic festive cheer and conviviality.
The annual fair in Grathem features rides, games and food for families on Nassauplein.
Autumn celebration at Nationaal Park De Pelen featuring activities along the Kabouterpad trail.
A day of adventure for children at Haarzuilens estate: build shelters, track wildlife, and learn to make fire without matches.
Three-day festival in Zoetermeer showcasing thrillers, crime films and suspenseful cinema for genre enthusiasts.
Annual fair with rides, games and food for families at Burgemeester Sweensplein.
Autumn fair at Chasseveld in Breda with rides, games and food for the whole family.
Autumn festival showcasing regional products, wooden crafts, artisanal goods, beer tastings and live music in Brummen.
On the last Sunday of each month, Fort Maarsseveen comes alive with a full day of activities and entertainment for all ages.
An enchanted evening walk through Dinopark Tenaxx featuring dinosaurs and fantasy elements at the end of the autumn school holidays.
Brunssumse Oktoberfeesten at Koutenveld with performances by Danny, Die Fetzig'n, Erwin, John Tana, Onno, Ignace & Jeroen, Palemiger Spatzen, Ratschen Klaus and Spik & Span.
In this special anniversary edition of the Sint Maarten Parade, visitors walk their own route through Utrecht's city centre, encountering light sculptures, choirs, brass bands, circus acts and dancers.
French theatre company ACQUAFORTE Compagnie brings a parade performance to Leeuwarden in October.
Podium Palisium is a festival in Palisiumpark in Eerbeek on 27 September 2026.
Winter celebration at De Poelboerderij in Wormer featuring festive activities and family-friendly entertainment.
Popronde is an annual traveling music festival where dozens of emerging Dutch bands and artists perform free of charge across twenty venues in Gouda in one night.
The annual Heikant fair features rides, games and food for all ages.
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.
Halloween fair in Volkspark featuring rides and a haunted house for families.
Halloween fair with rides and a haunted house on Van der Hagenstraat in Zoetermeer, specially set up for families.
An autumn fair with rides, games and food for the whole family on Gandhiplein.
The autumn fair in Gorredijk offers rides, games and food on Marktstraat.
An autumn fair with rides, games and food for the whole family on Meerpaalplein in Dronten.
Annual fair with rides, games, and food for families at Christoffelplein in Caberg.
A Halloween day in Almere Buiten featuring a spooky scavenger hunt, workshops, bouncy castles, a haunted house, and a maze.
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.
Vroeger Was Alles Beter Indoor brings an impressive line-up of hardcore artists to the Brabanthallen in 's-Hertogenbosch, featuring Atmozfears, Brennan Heart and Wildstylez among others.
AMF is a major electronic music festival at the Johan Cruijff ArenA with headliners including David Guetta, Armin van Buuren, and Afrojack.
Samhain Festival 2026 takes place at Muziekgieterij in Maastricht on 24 October 2026.
NH MetalFest XL brings six metal bands to Poppodium De Kade, from death and thrash to extreme metal.
Rotary Wilddiner at Cultura Ede with game cuisine, live music, and networking. Proceeds benefit local charities.
Legends of Rock Roadhouse brings together three tribute bands: Tim Akkerman performs Bruce Springsteen, Fleetwood Mac by Rumours Unchained, and The Johnny Cash Experience.
Samhain Maastricht 2026 takes place at Muziekgieterij on 24 October.
Indoor mini-festival featuring six bands at FLUOR in Amersfoort.
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.
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.
A nationwide theatre festival with performances created specifically for children by different theatre companies.
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.
Slot Loevestein becomes a Saint Nicholas castle where children and families can celebrate the festive season from mid-November through early December.
Open stage night featuring rotating artists at Theater de Speeldoos. Free admission for all.
An open stage night featuring rotating artists at Theater de Speeldoos. Free admission for all.
Open stage night featuring rotating artists at Theater de Speeldoos. Free admission.
Open stage night featuring various artists at Theater de Speeldoos. Free admission for all.
Open stage night featuring rotating artists at Theater de Speeldoos. Free admission for all.
Open stage night featuring rotating artists at Theater de Speeldoos. Free admission.
Open stage night featuring various artists at Theater de Speeldoos. Free admission.
An open stage night at Theater de Speeldoos featuring various artists. Free admission.
Tilburg's choirs perform at multiple venues across the city in this festive celebration of local vocal talent.
Zutphen's inaugural Culture Night transforms the historic city centre into a stage for music, theatre, dance, film and art.
Dutch Design Week is Northern Europe's largest design festival, featuring ten days of exhibitions, workshops and presentations across Eindhoven.
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.
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.
The National Military Museum in Soest offers family activities throughout the autumn holiday.
The Zuiderzeemuseum in Enkhuizen transforms into an Old Dutch Fair during autumn half-term, featuring traditional swings, carousels and rides.
Scouting Veendam celebrates a century of history, tracing its roots back to 1926 when the movement first began in the town.
The Maritiem Museum Rotterdam offers outdoor play, historic ships, and hands-on maritime activities for children during the autumn holiday.
Multi-day midsummer retreat aboard the Rode Swan on the Wadden Sea, centred on rest, reflection and connection with nature.
Pop & Jazz Hilversum is a festival at Gooiland bringing together pop and jazz artists.
Unlimited wild game dishes, paired wines and winter beers at Hotel Restaurant de Lunterse Boer's seasonal festival.
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.
A weekend-long celebration marking the centenary of d'Ouwe Pastorie, a historic venue in Hapert.
Family-friendly Halloween event with spooky thrills at the Bullekerk in Zaandam.
Rudolph van Veen brings a Christmas party packed with music and entertainment to Veenendaal.
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.
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.
The Sint Maarten Parade winds through Utrecht with light sculptures, orchestras, choirs and theatrical performances for all ages.
Christmas market with festive activities on the historic grounds of Slot Zuylen in Oud-Zuilen.
A guided night walk across the Aekingerzand exploring the importance of genuine darkness in nature.
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.
International tribute festival celebrating rock legends, Saturday 21 November in Assen.
Multi-day blues and roots festival showcasing national and international artists at Theater De Tamboer.
Annual winter festival on Maastricht's Vrijthof square, bringing festive cheer and holiday atmosphere to the city centre.
Taste traditional dishes and drinks from centuries past at this medieval castle. Experience how people ate and drank in the Muiderslot's historic halls.
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 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.
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.
Attractiepark DippieDoe celebrates Halloween with games and spooky activities for children aged 2 to 12, from 20 to 25 October.
Lierop Live: Turn The Beat is a two-day festival featuring music, dance and performances on 23-24 October in Lierop.
The choir De Jonge Luitjes performs Christmas carols while walking through the streets of Putten.
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.
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.
Fairy tale festival at Kasteel Doornenburg for children aged 4-8, featuring guided exploration of the castle from 17 to 25 October.
An evening celebrating German culture and music in Zevenaar.
A Halloween-themed swimming event at Zwembad De Peppel for children aged 6-14 with a swimming diploma.
BioPop is a new music festival in Haren featuring six bands spanning Americana, folk, alternative pop-rock, garage rock, funk, soul and psychedelia.
An evening celebrating Indonesian culture at the Strandtheater Houten Kaap in Ouddorp.
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.
Family day with pumpkin activities at Fruithal Smits in Zeewolde, featuring autumn atmosphere and fun for all ages.
A trick-or-treat activity for children in Zoetermeer with a spooky atmosphere and plenty of fun.
Annual fair in Houten featuring rides, attractions and entertainment for the whole family.
Annual blues festival in Bergen op Zoom with a diverse lineup of blues artists and performances.
Pandemonium · RISE is a hardcore and gabber party at Gietijzer featuring over 20 DJs and producers.
Adult pirate party in the Megatent featuring music and dancing.
Explore the historic Molen de Hoop mill during the Hanze Avonturen festival in Harderwijk on 10 September.
OERRR Wilde Buitendag is an outdoor event at landgoed Oud Groevenbeek in Ermelo with activities and entertainment in the natural surroundings.
Five guided walks along the Zuiderwaterlinie through nature reserves, fortified landscapes and historical sites across different seasons.
A communal dining experience where guests share a meal together at Boerderij Molenberg.
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.
An autumn fair on the Oude Kerkplein featuring wild game, nature and local crafts.
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.
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.
Join the KinderBoekenHuis birthday celebration with a fun treasure hunt for children during October Children's Month.
T*ART 8.0 is an art festival in Zaansgroen where local artists showcase their work around the theme '-acht'.
An annual art route through Natuurpark Lelystad, where artists have been showcasing their work for over two decades.
Commemoration of the Airborne Landings at Ginkelse Heide featuring a military parachute drop and family activities.
Halloween celebration in IJsselstein's city centre with eerie atmosphere and activities.
Family-friendly autumn fair with rides, games and food at Stadscentrum SuyderSee.
HalloQueen is a Halloween party with drag performances, a voguing workshop, and a costume contest in Ede.
The seventh edition of the Huiskamerfestival Zuidwolde, an intimate festival at Wolderhuus on Sunday, 15 November.
Visit multiple theater performances at different venues across Oosterhout in one evening.
Visit the Karstenhoeve as part of the Christmas Route in Ruinerwold, a tour of ten participating local businesses.
Attractiepark DippieDoe becomes a Halloween park with games, crafts and disco during the day, plus scare-actors, illusions and fire shows from 18:00.
A convivial lunch gathering in Doldersum where you can enjoy good food and meet fellow diners.
A culinary programme in Doldersum celebrating local produce and regional cuisine.
Music festival in Diever featuring various artists performing over the final weekend of October.
Blaal2BeatCancer organises a walking calendar with routes of 8 and 15 kilometres through different areas around Reusel, each starting at a different café or restaurant.
A night train ride and walk through the Amsterdamscheveld at the Smalspoormuseum in Erica.
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.
Christmas shopping day in Bladel's town centre with open shops, restaurants and festive atmosphere - Santa walks the streets and Christmas music plays.
Autumn Festival at BillyBird Hemelrijk with illuminated attractions, shows and family entertainment.
A nocturnal walk through the Dwingelderveld nature reserve where you discover nature after dark.
The Taribush Wintertijd Festival brings music and culture together in a wintry atmosphere in Dwingeloo.
Music festival in Diever featuring performances on 30-31 October and 1 November 2026.
Brugpop is a festival in Nieuwlande on 12 November 2026.
A traditional heritage event at Museum de Wemme showcasing old slaughtering techniques and rural craftsmanship.
Annual procession of Sinterklaas and his helpers through Meppel, a beloved family tradition.
Sinterklaas and his helpers arrive in Hoogeveen for a festive family gathering.
A winter event in Frederiksoord with seasonal activities set in a greenhouse environment.
Jong X is a cultural event in Assen for young people interested in art, culture and social issues.
A craft beer festival in Meppel where breweries showcase their beers and visitors can taste a range of specialities.
A guided cultural walk through Dwingeloo featuring local artists, museums and cultural institutions.
A festive tour through ten businesses housed in historic buildings in Ruinerwold, opened especially for this Christmas event.
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.
Pietenpret is a children's activity celebrating Sinterklaas at Winkelcentrum Putten.
Sinterklaas arrives in Geldrop with a colourful parade and his helpers on the Horecaplein.
Music festival at Lukwelpark with performances by various artists.
Sinterklaas and his Piets bring a festive family celebration featuring music, dancing and gifts to the sports hall.
The Buulse Proms is a triennial music festival drawing thousands of regional visitors. This year's theme is "United by Music".
Weekly Wednesday morning programme featuring storytelling, puppet play, music and creative activities in the Makerlab for babies and toddlers.
Terror Nights 2026 in Standdaarbuiten combines five haunted houses with food, entertainment and live performances in one location.
Pumpkin-themed afternoon with activities at Fruithal Smits in Zeewolde.
Saint Nicholas arrives in Spakenburg with a festive welcome celebration in the village.
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.
Family-friendly winter festival at Winkelcentrum Putten with activities for all ages.
MEGA HOLLANDS, a major Dutch celebration with music and entertainment, arrives at Bruis in Bladel.
Large open-air festival with music and family-friendly activities in Slotpark.
An outdoor event combining games and nature activities at De Volière in Noordwijkerhout.
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.
ADE At The Lake brings electronic music to Sloterplas through a collaboration between Amsterdam Dance Event and Phono Lake.
The annual Sinterklaas arrival procession comes to Ede's town centre with music, children, and the beloved gift-giver.
Taste a selection of bock beers at venues across Ede, each paired with a complementary dish.
An international fashion festival in Maastricht exploring contemporary fashion culture through interdisciplinary projects and creative perspectives.
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.
Follow a medieval pilgrim's route through the fortified city of Zutphen, passing city gates, fortification walls and historic buildings.
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.
A festive day in Renesse on 26 December featuring family-friendly activities for all ages.
Amsterdam Dance Event draws over 2,500 artists from around the world each year across 150+ venues. The festival combines a music programme with a business conference.
Bluesroute Helmond's 15th edition brings classic blues acts, emerging artists, and new talent across multiple venues in the city.
Samhain Festival returns to Maastricht for its fourth edition with two days of alternative metal from national and international acts.