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German pop icon Nena takes the stage at De Oosterpoort. An evening with the legendary artist behind 'Neunundneunzig Luftballons'.

German pop icon Nena takes the stage at De Oosterpoort. An evening with the legendary artist behind 'Neunundneunzig Luftballons'.

Dutch rapper Fresku performs an evening of hip-hop and rap at Muziekgebouw Eindhoven.

BCUC from Soweto delivers an explosive blend of indigenous funk, hip-hop and punk rock. A live act that BBC Radio 1 DJ Gilles Peterson hailed as the best he's ever seen.

Groningen-based singer Robine blends indie soul, R&B and pop with raw honesty, exploring themes of self-acceptance and personal growth.

British grime artist Skepta brings his Más Tiempo show to The Loft Amsterdam for an energetic performance.

Max Fry brings his genre-blending mix of indie, post-punk and emo-rap to MEZZ. The Dutch producer and singer performs his debut album and new single 'i don't feel anymore'.

Comedytrain On Tour brings a changing roster of Dutch stand-up comedians to Cpunt Hoofddorp.

An electronic music night at Natlab organized by K-Wave.

Henk Schiffmacher's legendary tattoo team sets up shop in Rembrandt's house to create original Rembrandt-inspired tattoos. A two-week pop-up studio blending art history with contemporary ink.

Stand-up comedian Max Fry performs his show in Breda.

Interactive music lesson for toddlers aged 2-4 with parents, structured around a story. Registration required.

The closing night of Amsterdam Dance Event at The Loft Amsterdam, featuring DJs and dancing crowds into the early morning.

A concert featuring the music of composer Ludovico Einaudi, available exclusively through the mobile app.

René de Haas shares his favorite songs and stories in this VONK music evening. Bring your own favorites and share your passion for music.

Dutch comedian Paulien Cornelisse presents her show 'Waar was ik gebleven' at DeLaMar Amsterdam.

Patrick Laureij brings his theatre production 'Kintsugi' back to Leiden. A reprise of this show.

Artist Vivian Suter presents a large-scale installation at the Elleboogkerk in Amersfoort.

A photographic exhibition by Harry Slegh exploring grief and loss through portraits of Jana De Guchtenaere, capturing the emotional aftermath of bereavement.

VBX, fabric and Loud-Contact team up for a club night at TILLATEC featuring electronic music and dancing.

Join a community knitting and crochet project decorating the village to promote Orange The World's message of safety and non-violence.

Girls' evening for ages 12+ featuring workshops, activities, and a chance to meet peers at ABC Atelier.

Gerard & Compagnie presents their comedy programme 'Gord & Jesse' in Gieterveen.

A creative workshop where you make your own Winter Art Journal to preserve memories from the past year.

A casual board games evening where enthusiasts gather to play and try out games together at the library.

Children's creative writing and art competition featuring stories, comics, and rap performances with the theme 'Spotlight On!'.

Monthly board game evening hosted by Michel and Yasmine at Heythuysen library, free entry.

Music expert Kees Artnzen leads you through the world of opera across six sessions, engaging all your senses.

An evening dedicated to Sarah J. Maas and romantasy at Bibliotheek Regio Eindhoven, followed by midnight shopping at Boekhandel Van Piere.

A cosy gathering in the library where you share stories with others over coffee or tea.

Explore the Miniatuur Museum Zwolle's collection of intricate miniature buildings and detailed dioramas.

A casual board games evening at café OPEN Delft, held every two weeks for players of all levels to enjoy classic and new games together.

Bahar Shahi guides a moon circle gathering at Buitenplaats De Hoorneboeg in Hilversum, offering a moment of connection and reflection beneath the night sky.

A practical workshop introducing AI fundamentals and responsible use, with hands-on exercises for beginners.

Information meeting about VoorleesExpress Laarbeek, a programme that supports children's language development through reading and language activities.

Marion Bruinenberg explores Drenthe in the 1920s through a family story spanning a century, combining archival material with themes of migration and loss.

A group session where participants work together to develop their reading and writing abilities in a supportive setting.

Small-group Dutch reading and writing lessons for adults at your own pace, guided by volunteers in the library.

A cozy reading group where you practice your reading skills in a small group with a volunteer.

A fortnightly tech café where makers work on hands-on projects. After a short introduction, participants dive into their own ideas or continue existing work.

A toddler-friendly performance at Bieblab Schollevaar in Capelle aan den IJssel.

The autumn fair at Het Rond in Houten features rides, games and food for the whole family.

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.

The annual Heikant fair features rides, games and food for all ages.

The annual fair in Grathem features rides, games and food for families on Nassauplein.

Join fellow crafters at the Handcraft Café Middelburg. Bring your own project, enjoy refreshments, and share experiences with like-minded makers.

A music class for babies and toddlers (0-4 years) with a parent or caregiver, featuring singing, movement and simple instruments.

Learn digital basics at Klik&Tik Tegelen: computer, phone, tablet, internet and social media skills. Open to everyone, regardless of experience.

A peer support group in Oisterwijk for people grieving the loss of a loved one, offering space to share memories and experiences.

A hands-on course teaching you how to use WhatsApp to send messages and stay connected with family, friends, and caregivers.

Discover how to organize your digital inheritance for your family - from photos and social media to online subscriptions.

Practical course teaching you how to book appointments with your doctor online, request prescriptions, and access your medical results.

Practical course on secure and organized management of accounts and passwords.

Training for volunteers who want to help adults in Altena develop literacy, numeracy and digital skills.

Free training on using the online healthcare portal: secure login, booking appointments, requesting prescriptions, and personalizing your care.

Four librarians share their favourite books and reading recommendations in an inspiring evening for book lovers.

Photographer Anton van Tuijl traces two centuries of photographic innovation, from early cameras to modern sensors, and discusses photography's impact on journalism.

A gathering where people share stories about loss, resilience and connection, finding support and understanding in a community setting.

Chief Inspector Tony Mouw explores five centuries of Dutch police history, from the Night Watch to modern cybercrime.

A themed morning celebrating the Beatles with a lecture on their sole Dutch concert in Blokker and live acoustic music.

Stories read aloud in village halls, community centres, schools and libraries during the autumn holiday for all ages.

A movement class led by Ashley and Domenik at Dansateliers in Rotterdam.

Learn to create 3D designs and have your creation printed at Naarden library.

Creative Halloween workshop where you make your own spooky stop-motion film with dancing monsters and skeletons.

Midnight Release Party for ACOTAR 6 at de Drvkkery: reserve your edition and pick up your book at the stroke of midnight.

A monthly discussion group for people with mental health challenges and their loved ones, facilitated by peer support specialists in Anna Paulowna.

Join a relaxed Monday morning conversation at the library about current events and personal topics.

Free drop-in session at Bibliotoop Gestel offering help with digital skills and online questions for local residents.

Story time for toddlers aged 2-4 featuring stories, songs and play with picture books at Bibliocenter Nederweert.

Casual conversation café where you can practice your Italian with others. Ideal for anyone wanting to maintain and improve their language skills.

A gathering for manga and anime fans aged 15+ to exchange tips, read and draw manga, and participate in a closing activity.

Kindercollege Gilze introduces children to fascinating careers and how the world functions.

Free four-part workshop series on internet safety: basics, strong passwords, two-factor authentication, and phishing awareness.

Presenter Benjamin Blankesteijn explores how visual art and music influence each other, with examples of music inspired by paintings, stories and landscapes.

Chess lessons for children aged 9-13 at Chess School, where you learn the basics and tactics over 9 sessions.

Professional training for primary school educators on using storytelling to teach language, citizenship and media literacy.

A nocturnal walk through the Ruiten Aa Valley under the full moon, where you'll encounter the natural world that comes alive after dark.

A lecture exploring what it means to know something through the Socratic method at Bibliotheek Nijkerk.

A themed café where Joop shares his experience with acquired brain injury and brings together people affected by it and their families.

Weekly music class for babies and toddlers (8 months to 4 years) with their parents or caregivers, introducing young children to music through play.

Free coffee and tea with neighbors every Monday at Bibliotheek Vries. Neie Noaber joins every other week to discuss neighborhood matters.

A creative making workshop where you bring your own design to life using 3D printers, laser cutters and textile printing.

Weekly story club for children aged 8-12 with books, stories and creative activities at the library.

Free parent-child activity based on Charlotte Dematons' 'Alfabet', combining reading, play, and digital skills practice.

Weekly LEGO workshop where children explore storytelling and creative writing through building.

Explore edible wild plants on a guided walk through the De Kleibosch nature reserve near Roderwolde.

Italian workshop for children featuring a reading session and creative portrait activity inspired by Halloween and the Mortina theme.

Drop-in consultation hours with a reading and media consultant at Bibliotheek Baarlo. Parents can ask questions and get advice on literacy and media education.

Practise Dutch in a relaxed group setting by having conversations with fellow learners.

TaalPlus is a Dutch-language improvement activity organized by Bibliotheek Rivierenland and Stichting Kompas.

Weekly informal Dutch conversation group led by trained volunteers, open to all learners.

UP! Conversations brings young people together to discuss topics that matter, from loss to family relationships, in a relaxed peer setting.

Work independently on your Dutch in a supportive group setting, no registration needed.

Interactive Dutch conversation group where participants choose the topics. Build vocabulary and speak with confidence through discussions, writing tasks, and guest speakers.

Drop-in consultation hours with a reading and media consultant at Meijel Library for parents seeking guidance on literacy and media use.

A writing workshop where you can develop and practice your writing skills at ZB Vlissingen.

Cancer Café is a meeting place for people with cancer and their loved ones, created by oncology physiotherapist JoAnne van Yperen and IJmond Noord Library.

A meeting place for people with long-COVID to share experiences and find support in a welcoming, understanding space.

Office hours of the Autism Support Point Wierden Municipality at the library, where you can ask questions about autism and learn about available activities.

A discussion evening where participants think together about a theme and listen to each other's viewpoints.

Beginner Italian course at Volksuniversiteit IJmond, ideal for holiday travellers and those curious about the language.

Continuation Italian course for those with basic knowledge or prior beginner experience. Develop your language skills further in Beverwijk.

Beginner Spanish course at level A1 with Volksuniversiteit IJmond, for learners with no prior experience.

A four-evening series of Socratic dialogues led by Godfried Westen, exploring diverse topics through collaborative inquiry and critical reflection.

Training session for book circles designed to encourage reading enjoyment and build literary competencies.

Women's quilting circle meeting every second and fourth Monday at Bibliotheek Nijkerk in Nijkerk.

Weekly play morning for toddlers aged 2 to 4 at Bibliotheek Huizen's Speel-o-theek, held every Monday.

A drop-in morning for parents and carers to meet, play with their children and share refreshments.

Women meet for a casual morning of coffee, tea and conversation at Zuidwolde library.

A cosy knitting and crochet café at the library where you can work on your own project while enjoying coffee or tea.

Children aged 3 to 6 gather to listen to stories read aloud and talk about them together at the library.

Dementheek in Bibliotheek Elburg: a meeting place for people with dementia, caregivers and family members, featuring books, materials and memory boxes.
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.

American singer Lizz Wright performs an evening of gospel, jazz and soul in Groningen.

British singer-songwriter Fink takes the stage at Doornroosje Poppodium in Nijmegen.

Two legendary reggae acts on one night: Culture with Kenyatta Hill and Cedric Myton in Groningen.

American blues rock guitarist Walter Trout performs an evening of guitar solos, personal stories, and raw blues rock in Maastricht.

The youngest Kelly Family member brings his rock band to Groningen for an energetic evening of live music.

A season pass for Cultuurpodium Groene Engel offering free entry to at least 20 selected concerts and events from September 2026 to August 2027.

Dutch rock band Van Dik Hout performs their classic hits at Muziekgieterij.

Alain Clark performs at Kunstlinie in Almere.

3JS performs their distinctive Dutch-language narrative folk with guitar and vocals. An evening featuring the songs that have defined the band since their 2007 breakthrough.

Dutch rock band BLØF performs at Doornroosje Poppodium in Nijmegen.

Rolf Sanchez performs his Club Tour in Maastricht with new music and Latin rhythms.

Dutch pop singer Davina Michelle performs in Maastricht as part of her Aterparty Tour.

André Rieu brings a winter concert to his native Maastricht at the MECC.

Dutch artist MEROL takes the stage at Doornroosje Poppodium in Nijmegen for an intimate pop concert.

A 55-hour electronic music marathon at Club Raum featuring an international roster of DJs and producers during Amsterdam Dance Event.

Dutch comedian Guido Weijers dissects 2026 with his trademark wit and incisive observations.

English power-metal band Fellowship plays with Slovak support Signum Regis, bringing melodic anthems and high-energy performances.

Maaike Ouboter takes the stage with her band for an intimate concert of music, stories and heartfelt emotion.

Waylon and his band take you on a country music journey in the theatrical performance 'Time Jumper'.

Samhain takes the stage on 25 October at Muziekgieterij in Maastricht.

Detroit Love night at Madam with Carl Craig, DJ Holographic, and Kevin Saunderson - three legendary Detroit techno artists.

FSTM takes over Skatecafe during ADE with a line-up of international electronic music producers and DJs.

Bauke Bakker & Band plays Supertramp hits, with drummer and vocalist Bakker combining familiar and hidden gems from the band's catalogue.

Anne Wil Blankers and Hans Croiset perform an intimate portrait of a lifelong love, told through letters.

Släpstick brings Schërzo to Cultura: a hilarious performance where four musical all-rounders deconstruct classical music through humor, virtuosity and physical theatre.

The Dirty Daddies perform a live show full of hits at Muziekgieterij in Maastricht.

Flemming brings Dutch-language pop to an intimate venue. An evening of recognizable songs in a cosy setting.

Three pianists explore The Beatles' music in a theatrical concert that showcases experimental arrangements and the diverse musical styles that made the band revolutionary.

The Nederlands Blazers Ensemble and Duda Paiva Company present 'Breath of the Forest', a theatrical concert inspired by the Kamayurá people of the Amazon.

MEAU performs her theatre tour 'Liefde Onderschat' with a mix of classic hits and new material.

Twenty One Children brings raw Johannesburg punk energy to 's-Hertogenbosch. The trio fuses American skatepunk with Soweto rhythms in explosive, community-rooted songs.

Madam hosts an MVSON night with Mason Collective, Easttown, and Joëlla Jackson.

André Rieu and his Johann Strauss Orchestra perform each summer at Het Vrijthof in Maastricht, the conductor's birthplace.

BonteHond's award-winning interactive musical theatre piece Prikkels explores sensory processing through playful performance, designed for children aged 8 and up.

Ellen ten Damme presents a try-out of her new theatre tour Medusa. The audience gets an exclusive first look at work in progress.

Stef Bos performs an interactive evening where the audience selects songs from his catalogue via the website.

Original vocalists from legendary Dutch pop bands perform together with Nederpop All Stars, celebrating the biggest hits from Nederpop history.

Two Dutch musicians explore the collision of Dutch cabaret tradition with American Southern roots music in an imaginative musical dialogue.

NH MetalFest XL brings six metal bands to Poppodium De Kade, from death and thrash to extreme metal.

Saxophonist Hans Dulfer brings his signature mix of jazz, funk and soul to Hoogeveen.

Rotary Wilddiner at Cultura Ede with game cuisine, live music, and networking. Proceeds benefit local charities.

4AM Network and Loos present a night of electronic music with international DJs and producers at Waterhouse Studios during ADE 2026.

Les Enfants and Roots host an ADE night featuring tINI, Onur Özer and Gabbs at The Other Side.

Sara Kroos takes the stage at Parktheater Eindhoven.

Anneke van Giersbergen performs a curated selection of Irish music, from traditional folk to rock classics, showcasing her distinctive clear voice.

3JS celebrates their twenty-year anniversary with a show featuring musical highlights from two decades of Dutch folk-pop.

The Kik performs a night of Beatles classics, completely translated into Dutch. The Rotterdam band brings sixties pop with Dutch lyrics blending humour and poetry.

Peppa Pig Live brings the beloved pig family to the stage with singing, dancing, games and fun for children aged 2 and up.

Unlimited theatre subscription for the 2026-2027 season at Cultuurpodium Groene Engel in Oss. Attend all adult performances without choosing, for € 199,-.

The Nederlands Blazers Ensemble performs Strauss and Schoenberg, exploring love and inner transformation through music.
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