Floor Jansen
Fri 30.10.
20:00
De Oosterpoort, Groningen
Metal icon and solo artist Floor Jansen performs an intimate show at De Oosterpoort.
Fri, 30 Oct 2026 in Groningen
Starting today
Kruidkoek + Joost Oomen
Fri 30.10.
20:00
VERA Mainstage, Groningen
Poetry and punk jazz collide in one explosive show: Kruidkoek and performance poet Joost Oomen bring absurdism, bananas and pudding to the stage.
Axel Flovent
Fri 30.10.
19:00
Lutherse Kerk, Groningen
Axel Flovent performs at Lutherse Kerk in Groningen.
Kruidkoek & Joost Oomen
Fri 30.10. – Sat 31.10.
last day
Vera, Groningen
Kruidkoek and Joost Oomen perform danceable punk jazz poetry at Vera in Groningen.
Flaire
Fri 30.10.
20:00
SPOT Groningen, Groningen
Flaire performs at SPOT Groningen.
Chicco
Fri 30.10.
20:30
Simplon, Groningen
The Hague-based pop and folk artist Chicco, known for his breakthrough on De Hollandse Nieuwe, performs in Groningen.
Flaire
Fri 30.10.
20:00
De Oosterpoort, Groningen
Flaire performs synthpop with electronic influences designed to get you dancing.
Chicco
Fri 30.10. – Sat 31.10.
last day
Simplon, Groningen
Chicco performs contemporary Dutch folk music at Simplon.
Crater 6: Halloween
Fri 30.10. – Sat 31.10.
in progress
Graanfabriek, Groningen
Crater 6's Halloween edition at Graanfabriek brings together drum & bass acts Black Sun Empire, Merikan, Original Sin and Kookaburra.
Kluun and Yvanka van der Zwaan: Best of 'Help, I Have a Teenager!' LIVE
Fri 30.10.
20:15
Stadsschouwburg Groningen, Groningen
Kluun and Yvanka van der Zwaan perform their popular podcast 'Help, I Have a Teenager!' live with funny and touching stories about parenting teens.
WAVEGRAVE Elysium: Graaf Griezel // Fladdermus // DJ Stefan
Fri 30.10. – Sat 31.10.
in progress
VERA Downstage, Groningen
WAVEGRAVE's Halloween celebration brings gothic music and atmosphere to Groningen. Graaf Griezel, Fladdermus and DJ Stefan perform through the night.
ELINE Music
Fri 30.10.
20:00
Der Aa-Theater, Groningen
ELINE Music performs at Der Aa-Theater in Groningen.
Drawn & Quartered + Noroth + Necrotesque
Fri 30.10.
20:30
Walrus, Groningen
Three metal bands from the US and Netherlands perform at Walrus: Drawn & Quartered, Noroth and Necrotesque.
Tabletop Testing Night
Fri 30.10. – Sat 31.10.
last day
Forum Groningen, Groningen
Try out board games for an evening at Forum Groningen. Meet fellow board game enthusiasts and discover new games to play together.
Retaliation
Fri 30.10. – Sat 31.10.
in progress
Fixy, Groningen
Retaliation is a nighttime event by G-Force Syndicate at Fixy. The line-up will be announced soon.
Also running
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.
The 12 Cellists of the Berlin Philharmonic
Tue 27.10. – Thu 29.10.
(3 days)
SPOT/De Oosterpoort, Groningen
€ 47,50
Twelve elite cellists from the Berlin Philharmonic perform a concert celebrating the art of the cello.
Ulrika Spacek (UK) + support
Tue 27.10. – Thu 29.10.
(3 days)
Vera, Groningen
UK experimental rock and neo-psychedelic act Ulrika Spacek performs at Vera in Groningen.
De Stadsgalerie Groningen presents: Large-scale Paintings at Martiniplaza
Thu 1.10. – Thu 1.7.
in progress
Martiniplaza, Groningen
De Stadsgalerie Groningen presents an exhibition of large-scale paintings at Martiniplaza.
Flanor Monthly Lecture
Sun 11.10. – Wed 11.11.
in progress
Forum Groningen, Groningen
€ 15
Monthly Flanor lecture featuring writer Yael van der Wouden on Tuesday, September 8 at Forum Groningen.
Dancing at Martinus
Sun 13.9. – Mon 5.4.
in progress
Groningen
DJ Leedsizzer plays pop, rock, disco, new wave and world music on Sunday afternoon in Groningen.
The Crime Dinner
Sun 13.9. – Sun 31.1.
in progress
Groningen
€ 89,90
An interactive dinner theatre where you solve a murder case while enjoying a three-course meal - choose your role as observer, suspect, or investigator.
Storyworld Spotlight: Loeki de Leeuw
Sat 27.6. – Sat 9.1.
in progress
Storyworld, Groningen
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.
From Trial to Public
Tue 14.7. – Sun 8.11.
in progress
Universiteitsmuseum Groningen, Groningen
An exhibition at Universiteitsmuseum Groningen exploring the history and operations of a centuries-old society.
Puin Hoop: A Reprint of the 1980s
Sat 15.8. – Sun 31.1.
in progress
Universiteitsmuseum Groningen, Groningen
GRID Grafisch Museum showcases graphic design from the 1980s in an exhibition that feels unexpectedly contemporary.
Playing House
Thu 24.9. – Sun 1.11.
in progress
Groningen
€ 19,50
Interactive children's exhibition exploring play and domestic life, part of October Children's Month in Groningen.
Pubquiz
Sun 4.10. – Fri 27.11.
in progress
Groningen
€ 3,50
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.
Pubquiz
Mon 5.10. – Fri 27.11.
in progress
Groningen
€ 3,50
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.
Pubquiz
Tue 6.10. – Fri 27.11.
in progress
Groningen
€ 3,50
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.
Pubquiz
Wed 7.10. – Fri 27.11.
in progress
Groningen
€ 3,50
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.
Puin Hoop: A Reprint of the 1980s
Wed 9.9. – Mon 1.2.
in progress
Groningen
€ 8,50
GRID Grafisch Museum showcases graphic design from the 1980s in an exhibition that feels unexpectedly contemporary.
New Light - De Ploeg
Sat 25.10. – Fri 7.1.
in progress
Groninger Museum, Groningen
A refreshed presentation of works from the Groninger Museum's collection dedicated to De Ploeg, the artists' association founded in Groningen in 1918.
Klik & Tik
Sun 18.10. – Tue 10.11.
in progress
Forum Groningen, Groningen
free
Free beginner course teaching computer and internet skills.
Pub Heroes: Dungeons, Dragons & Drinks
Thu 22.10. – Sat 14.11.
in progress
Forum Groningen, Groningen
€ 19,50
Pub Heroes brings epic adventures with friends in a cozy pub atmosphere, minus the real perils.
LEGO Robots Programming (9+)
Wed 7.10. – Thu 5.11.
in progress
Forum Groningen, Groningen
free
Team up to program a LEGO Mindstorms robot in this hands-on workshop. Every Wednesday at Wonderland, free to join.
From Trial to Public
Fri 10.4. – Mon 9.11.
in progress
Groningen
€ 8,50
Jubilee exhibition at the University Museum celebrating 225 years of the Royal Society for Physics in Groningen.
Wijck Invites x Herberg Onder de Linden
Tue 22.9. – Tue 1.12.
in progress
Groningen
€ 60
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.
Walk-in Smartlab
Sat 3.10. – Mon 2.11.
in progress
Forum Groningen, Groningen
Drop in to the Smartlab at Forum Groningen and try hands-on activities in this creative workshop space.
Medialab Drop-In (6+)
Sun 4.10. – Mon 2.11.
in progress
Forum Groningen, Groningen
Weekly creative workshop at the Medialab with craft projects, bracelet-making and watercolour painting for children aged 6 and up.
Bike Tour Around the City! Groningen
Sat 12.9. – Fri 1.1.
in progress
Groningen
€ 25
A guided bike tour through Groningen where you explore the city on two wheels and discover its highlights.
Fashion Repair
Thu 8.10. – Fri 6.11.
in progress
Forum Groningen, Groningen
Repair your damaged clothing on-site at Forum Groningen. A hands-on workshop where you learn to fix your favourite garments yourself.
3D Printing and Laser Cutting
Wed 7.10. – Fri 6.11.
in progress
Forum Groningen, Groningen
Hands-on workshop where you operate 3D printers and laser cutters under the guidance of a Smartlab instructor.
Meet-o-theek: open drop-in
Thu 8.10. – Fri 6.11.
in progress
Forum Groningen, Groningen
Drop in to collect measuring tools and map your own neighbourhood at this free, open session.
Kleintje Koffie (0+)
Wed 7.10. – Thu 5.11.
in progress
Forum Groningen, Groningen
Morning programme for babies and toddlers featuring a story reading and playtime.
Coming Soon to Kunstuitleen: Harry Markusse
Tue 15.9. – Sun 8.11.
in progress
Groningen
Kunstuitleen Groningen presents a selection of works by artist Harry Markusse.
Groningen Chronological City Walk
Fri 11.9. – Sat 19.12.
in progress
Groningen
€ 12,50
A guided city walk through Groningen exploring its history and contemporary character.
Now at Kunstpunt
Sun 13.9. – Fri 1.1.
in progress
Groningen
Kunstpunt Groningen presents the exhibition Now at Kunstpunt, featuring contemporary art.
Thinking Hands
Tue 25.8. – Mon 2.11.
in progress
Noorderlicht . Studio | Festival | On Tour, Groningen
An exploration of what we lose as technology takes over more and more of our daily tasks.
'The Elephant in the Room', exhibition Julius T. Chase ft. Ted Träger
Sat 26.9. – Sun 1.11.
in progress
Groningen
Julius T. Chase presents 'The Elephant in the Room', an exhibition featuring work by Ted Träger in Groningen.
Exhibition '5 Years Stadsgalerie'
Thu 10.9. – Mon 7.12.
in progress
Groningen
A celebration of five years of Stadsgalerie, the artist-run gallery collective in Groningen.
Family Tour
Thu 24.9. – Sun 1.11.
in progress
Groningen
€ 19,50
Digital interactive family tour during October Children's Month in Groningen.
Baxbier Brewery Tour and Tasting
Fri 11.9. – Thu 31.12.
in progress
Groningen
€ 17,50
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.
Open Studio
Sat 3.10. – Sun 1.11.
in progress
Groningen
€ 19,50
Drop in to the studio during October Children's Month and make your own art.
Literary Café Rilke - 1st Edition
Sat 10.10. – Sat 7.11.
in progress
Groningen
€ 7,50
City poet Jaimy Hindriks presents Literary Café Rilke with four poets reciting Rilke's work and poems inspired by him.
City Walk: Slavery Heritage in Groningen
Sat 3.10. – Sun 6.12.
in progress
Groningen
Free guided walk through Groningen tracing the history of slavery and discrimination across centuries.