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NO CIGAR takes the stage at Merleyn in Nijmegen for a high-energy rock concert.

NO CIGAR takes the stage at Merleyn in Nijmegen for a high-energy rock concert.

An evening of jazz featuring Al di Meola, Nate Smith, Tigran Hamasyan, Kurt Elling and Yellowjackets, presented by Rockit at De Oosterpoort.

Jazz saxophonist Maarten Hogenhuis presents BLOOM, a residency concert blending jazz, ambient and groove with drummer Simon Segers and vocalist Nana Adjoa.

Nigerian artist Omah Lay brings his Clarity Of Mind Tour to Rotterdam for a show at Ahoy.

The Disco Express takes over Madam by Night with Crystal Touch, Drabes and Nablijven Soundsystem on the decks for a night of disco and electronic dance music.

Peacock in Concert brings a lineup of hardcore and gabber acts to 013 in Tilburg, featuring Dr. Peacock, Captain Core and The Sickest Squad.

K-otic celebrates 25 years with a concert featuring hits like 'Damn (I Think I Love You)', 'I Surrender' and 'Falling'. The Dutch pop group performs their classics with a quarter-century of experience.

Dutch electronic duo Kraak & Smaak deliver a live set of groovy, soulful beats at Nobel.

Progressive death metal evening featuring Changeling (the project of Tom Geldschläger), Obsidian Tide and Demichron at Willemeen.


Bombino, pioneer of modern Tuareg music, blends traditional Berber rhythms with rock into a distinctive sound. With a brand new album in the works, he performs at Grounds.

Singer-songwriter Danny Vera performs intimate solo concerts in his hometown Middelburg with guitar and personal stories.

LINK and Midnight present an electronic night with DJ Hell and Dave Clarke, joined by back-to-back sets from Oliver Way and Dany Rodrigues.

A late-night club session with progressive and hard house DJs Nino Wattimena b2b Remmert, Newtone and Kara Okay at De Helling.

One of the Netherlands' most popular live artists, Lucky Fonz III performs his beloved hits including 'Ik heb een meisje' and 'Linde met een E'.

Late-night club event with ASEC, VNTM, Bastienne, Beste Hira, Colin Benders, Len Faki and Shed at Lofi.

A sharp and hilarious comedy about two friends on a bizarre road trip following a funeral, starring Jelka van Houten and Sanne Wallis de Vries.

Suicide Commando and BHPL deliver an evening of industrial and electronic music at Baroeg Rotterdam.

Helldorado is a rock festival at Klokgebouw featuring Eagles of Death Metal, L.A. Guns, Amenra and more.

Renowned pianist Wibi Soerjadi performs with virtuosity and musical depth, appealing to both classical music enthusiasts and newcomers.

Dutch singer Edsilia Rombley, a former Eurovision participant, performs a full concert at AFAS LIVE in Amsterdam.

JOY Autumn Festival at Thuishaven with nine DJs and producers including Sidney Charles, Prunk and Tommy Phillips.

Four Dutch extreme metal bands - Mouflon, Canyon Literature, Arteria and Stilte - perform at Musicon. An evening of death metal, deathcore and black metal.

WIES performs their album 'AH!' at Poppodium Nieuwe Nor in Heerlen. The trio blends indie pop, levenslied, rock and electronic music with thoughtful, emotionally resonant songwriting.

Three punk bands in one night: The Possible Suspect, POMME-GRENADE and Loze Beloftes bring raw energy and sharp lyrics to De Gelderlandfabriek.

American funk and soul legends Mother's Finest perform at Poppodium Iduna.

DOODSESKADER brings their experimental blend of sludge, grunge and hip-hop to VERA, featuring their latest album The Change Is Me. Eigen Risico also performs.

Dutch indie duo FRIDAY brings their darker third album to Heerlen, exploring sleepless nights and the pressures of modern life with rawer, more urgent songwriting.

Irish rock band Big Sleep brings their raw, energetic sound to Groningen. Formed through chance encounters and underground performances, they deliver their debut album 'Holy Show' live.

A multidisciplinary performance combining music, text and image with the Berlage Saxophone Quartet and Vincent Bijlo.

Rijck performs his comedy show 'Kakker uit de ghetto' at 013 in Tilburg.

A 10-hour dance party with Housequake, ROOG and Erick E at Warehouse Elementenstraat, organized by ADATP.

Modular Maassilo 2026 brings a diverse electronic music line-up to Rotterdam, with DJs and producers including Gyatso, Lisa Korver and SAIDAH at Maassilo.

Danish blues-rock act Thorbjørn Risager & The Black Tornado perform at Poppodium De Bosuil in Weert.

The vocal ensemble Cappella Amsterdam presents classical vocal music at Concertgebouw De Vereeniging.


Luminosity presents Factor B's 'Theatre of The Mind' at Melkweg Amsterdam.

L.A. Sagne takes the stage at Hall of Fame in Tilburg on Saturday, November 14.

Fay Lovsky premieres the theatre production 'Hakken in het Zand' at the Stadsgehoorzaal Leiden.


Yala Music Opera Collective performs Handel's Baroque opera Rodrigo, a tale of power, revenge, and forgiveness where King Rodrigo must choose between self-interest and compassion.

Delany performs an evening of jazz and improvisation at Jazzpodium BIRD.

De Baron blends anarchism, folk ballad and punk in an energetic mix. The band performs their latest album 'BaalBek', full of self-mockery, rage and hope.

ABBA Gold Europe performs the biggest hits of ABBA in an energetic tribute show full of nostalgia.


Mythology · Eternity of Hardcore is a hardcore party at Neushoorn featuring over 30 DJs and producers.

Zer00's Heroes takes you back to the golden days of 2000-2009 with MSN nostalgia, low-rise jeans and shutter shades at Luxor Live.

Sinterklaas visits Kunstlinie in Almere for a celebration designed for children aged 2 and up.

PIÑA brings Latin rhythms to Metropool: reggaeton, merengue, bachata, salsa and dancehall for a night of dancing.

Muiters brings humour, music and a Christmas quiz to Cultura Ede for an interactive festive evening with Thijs Kemperink and Erwin Nyhoff.


Made in Belgium Festival 2026 celebrates Belgian music and culture in Bergen op Zoom. A night festival running from 20:00 to 01:00 at Gebouw-T.

The Robots Are Coming plays Patronaat in Haarlem on 14 November 2026.

Lekker Raven Ouwe is a late-night party at So What! that starts mellow and builds toward house and hardcore. The Darkraver is among the headliners.

Toffler marks 15 years with a day of live music and dancing in Rotterdam.

Three musicians perform the CruquiusConcert together at Kunstfort Vijfhuizen.

A traditional Scottish ceilidh dance evening with caller Carieke and live Irish and Scottish music from Maggies Wedding. Everyone joins in the dance party.

Grommet takes the stage at Rotown, a popular music venue in Rotterdam.

Dutch singer-songwriter Maaike Ouboter performs a live concert of her own songs at the Leidse Schouwburg.

Snakefest 2026 is a rock and metal festival in Breda raising funds for snake and amphibian protection in Uganda and India. Live music, reptile expo, market and tattoo artist.




An evening of classic emo hits and nostalgic tracks at Mezz. Emo Night Mainland celebrates the best of the genre.


SPARK is a new club night at Luxor Live featuring funky house and groovy club sounds. An evening of energy and groove.

10SERIES by Shelter brings together KINETIKS, Laura Meester, Merel Helderman, nik-ey and Eileen for a night at Shelter Amsterdam.

Club night at Radio Radio with DJ sets from RAW, OMARI, Solara Fox, Jay Lima, NARADA and Candl Telesford.

Pianist Wibi Soerjadi celebrates his jubilee with a concert at the Grote Kerk in Apeldoorn.

Focus takes the stage at Poppodium Boerderij in Zoetermeer for a three-hour concert.

A tribute to Neil Young & Crazy Horse featuring 1970s classics and the raw, powerful sound that made the duo legendary.

Pieter de Graaf brings The Minimal Sessions, an intimate musical evening, to Stadsschouwburg De Harmonie.

Ayoub takes the stage at Stadsschouwburg De Harmonie in Leeuwarden.

British indie band Cassia performs at Melkweg.

The Soulful Sessions brings an evening of soul music to Podium Victorie in Alkmaar.

Church of Cash, the Johnny Cash tribute band from Hawaii, returns to De Kroepoekfabriek for two shows. On Friday 13 November, the band performs their repertoire spanning Folsom Prison Blues to the American Recordings era.

Benefit concert across eight floors of the A'DAM Tower featuring twenty Dutch artists. All proceeds support War Child.

A night of 1980s dance classics at Mezz Breda, responsibly curated.


Artist Pitou performs at Hall of Fame in Tilburg.

Psychedelic club night featuring Voidborn and electronic music at De Helling, for lovers of experimental sound and visual effects.

Comedian Max van den Burg delivers an energetic stand-up show full of absurd humour and unexpected twists.

Valentina Tòth presents her try-out show 'Revue Revanche' at Theater de Storm in Winterswijk.

Visual artist Othilia Verdurmen and singer Ilse van de Kasteelen present Project Man: a lecture on masculine identity followed by a song cycle with cello and flute.

Dutch band Mister and Mississippi return after seven years with intimate concerts featuring classics and new material from their evolving sound.

Toontje Lager performs at Fort33 with frontman Erik Mesie, playing classics and tracks from the 2023 album 'Waar gaan we heen'.

NEMS: Unleashed is a dance party at 013 Tilburg showcasing dancehall, amapiano, afrobeats and female hip-hop.

TiTi spins all night long at Maassilo Rotterdam, a dance party for night owls.

Marlies Ruigrok takes the stage at Cpunt Hoofddorp on 14 November 2026.

The KLM Orchestra performs under conductor René van Kooten at Cpunt Hoofddorp.

Shakespeare's timeless tragedy Romeo and Juliet comes to the stage at Stadsschouwburg De Harmonie in Leeuwarden.

SITP Festival showcases progressive jazz and improvised music with Marc Ribot, Run Into The Apocalypse, Frank Rosaly's Ruidoscuro and more.

Drum 'n Bass in Your Face #46 brings international and local drum 'n bass artists together at De Spot, featuring Brodie (UK), JYXE (DE) and Ora (UK).

DJ night featuring alternative hits from the 80s, 90s and 00s at Rotown Rotterdam.

Kim Schuddeboom presents her third comedy programme 'Hardleers', a sharp and confrontational try-out in which she reflects on the choices she makes at 41.

A social evening at Nobel where you can meet new people and connect with others.

Contemporary dance performance Spellbound Contemporary Ballet, presented by choreographer Dunja Jocić at Parktheater Eindhoven.

A music festival at WestWeelde featuring various acts and vibes from 17:00 to 23:59.

KILT celebrates five years of Countdown Events with a night of electronic music at Vibes. Eight DJs and producers take the decks until early morning.

DJ Cynthia Spiering takes over BASIS for an all-night set in Utrecht.

VroegZat is an event on 14 November 2026 in Venlo at Grenswerk.

A club night at Whitehouse featuring eight DJs and producers including Benray, Casarena and Dean Carter.

Guido Weijers brings his New Year's conference 'Zeven Punt Een' to the MAINSTAGE of the Brabanthallen in 's-Hertogenbosch.

Late-night dance party at EKKO Utrecht with electronic music running into the early hours.

KASBA brings a unique blend of reggada, raï and gnawa with rock, reggae and funk. The North African-inspired band performs on Saturday, 14 November at Poppodium de Meester.

Eric van Sauers and Sezgin Güleç present fresh material in a try-out night featuring two generations of Dutch comedy in the intimate Corner Room.

VIP tickets include general admission to the show. For the full contents of the VIP package, see under 'I'.

Check the time schedule at www.melkweg.nl. Entry to this event is fully digital. Your tickets are available in the Ticketmaster app and your online Ticketmaster account.

& JULIET brings a fresh, irreverent take on Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet story to the Beatrix Theater.

Jazz musicians Cor Bakker and David Linx perform their collaborative project Crossroads, an intimate musical exchange between two experienced performers.

Time Of my Life is a club night featuring dance and club music at Burgerweeshuis in Deventer.

NO BRAINS FEST is a late-night dance party in Utrecht featuring DJs spinning carefully curated vinyl collections.

Boel op stëlz brings Bizzey, Riesso, and Thomz to Switch in Helden for a night of hip-hop and electronic music.

Open stage night featuring rotating artists at Theater de Speeldoos. Free admission for all.

Stratums Muziekkorps Sint Cecilia performs at Parktheater Eindhoven in this concert by the traditional brass band.

An evening of art, music and performance at Jungle Amsterdam, featuring a shared dinner, installations, dance and DJs from 18:00 to 02:30.

Italian acts Ozone Dehumanizer and Click & Doye deliver rap hardcore, death rap and black metal at this intense evening.

Ellen ten Damme presents a try-out of her new theatre production Medusa.

DJ Denden spins Turkish pop from the 1990s and 2000s at Akhnaton. A nostalgic night for anyone who grew up with this music.

NOYS presents an electronic music and dance night at SISSI'S Amsterdam, from 23:00 to 04:00.

Club X On Tour brings a club night to HAL4 aan de Maas in Rotterdam on Saturday, November 14.

Science fiction film screening at Melkweg Amsterdam.

Anime film All You Need Is Kill presented with Kaboom Animation Festival. A sci-fi story about time loops where protagonist Rita must learn to live each day anew.

Violist Jeroen de Groot and cellist Jonas Seeberg perform a programme of Bach, Ravel and Kodály, featuring works for violin and cello spanning three centuries.

Pene Corrida plays popular hits in an energetic party-metal style, delivering over 75 songs in 75 minutes. The band covers artists like Miley Cyrus, Avicii and Adele in a relentless show packed with recognizable melodies.

Supertrance brings an evening of electronic classics at De Nobel. A celebration for trance and dance enthusiasts.

EhrenKlub x Now&Wow presents an electronic music night featuring KRUELTY, S*Y*N*K, Karamustan and Torsten in Rotterdam.

The Z.o.o. guitar duo and Dutch Youth Guitar Orchestra present an eclectic classical guitar programme drawing from diverse musical traditions.

Argentine blues guitarist and singer Vanesa Harbeck brings an evening of blues, soul, jazz and Latin music. An accomplished performer who has played festivals worldwide.

Dutch Game Week is the annual festival celebrating the Dutch gaming industry, now with expanded scope and renewed vision.

A culinary walking dinner through Harlingen with four courses served across four restaurants: Grand Café De Reus, Zeezicht, Brasserie Braam and Grand Café De Zaak.

A fashion show at the Kunstmuseum Den Haag showcases three centuries of fashion history through replicas of historical costumes and silhouettes.

A musical about Frans Halsema featuring Soy Kroon in the lead role.

A sailing weekend in Harlingen without phone or internet - pure peace on the water.

Electronic music, art, and food converge at the historic Fort bij Vechten. Geheime Liefde Festival brings culture and entertainment to a unique setting.

Toffler Festival marks 15 years with a celebration at this Rotterdam venue.

Guitarist Ruben Hoeke and his workshop students perform live with songs by Patti Smith, Hendrix, and Bowie.

Night Of The Hools presents a club night with DJs Hankey, Holly, Liz Rahman, M, Mapo, Mike Oh' Man, Stanton and The Darkraver at Het Laadperron.

4AM is a late-night club event in Apeldoorn with dancing and electronic music until the early morning.

Documentary about nursing home Rumah Kita featuring personal stories on culture, care, and belonging. Director Jeremy Flohr joins an audience discussion after the screening.

A theatre performance at LUX Nijmegen exploring themes of assets, liabilities and equity.

Kill Tony Golden Ticket winner Ric Diez brings sharp stand-up comedy to Club Haug in Rotterdam, with clever one-liners and a deadpan delivery.

SintAIRklaas merges Sinterklaas traditions with aircraft at Aviodrome in Lelystad. Children help Sinterklaas and enjoy a day of adventure exploring the planes.

A guided walking tour through Harlingen's historic centre with five stops at local bars and restaurants, featuring bock beer and snacks.

A theatrical murder mystery evening where the audience becomes part of the investigation.

Saint Nicholas sails into Enkhuizen harbor in a festive traditional arrival celebration.

Sinterklaas and his helpers arrive in Valkenswaard for this annual family-friendly procession.

Tribute show where audiences sing along to ABBA's biggest hits at Theater Gooiland.

Local music festival featuring nine acts performing at the square in Nederweert from 19:00 to 01:00.

Femke Arnouts' directorial debut about a woman who becomes invisible and refuses to accept it, starring Carly Wijs and Nanette Edens in an absurdist, visual production.

Legiana Collective performs their album Te Cantaré, a multicultural folk concert featuring songs in six languages and a rich array of instruments.

Capella Groningen under conductor Merlijn Wackers performs Guillaume de Machaut's Messe de Nostre Dame, a 14th-century masterpiece written for Reims Cathedral.

Rockit is a Groningen festival blending progressive jazz with experimental pop, rock and contemporary classical music across multiple venues.

Saint Nicholas and his helpers arrive by boat and lead a procession to the village community centre for a celebration with local children.

Stand-up comedy night featuring a lineup of comedians at ComedyCity Rotterdam.

The MUSE Experience tribute band performs Muse's greatest hits with a spectacular light show.

The twelfth edition of the PINT FlevoBierFestival in Almere, a beer festival featuring a wide selection of beers.

The first weekend of the Amsterdam Winter Terrace at NDSM-Plein, a cosy outdoor terrace event during the winter season.

Club Zer00s hosts an evening of music and dancing at Werfkelder in Utrecht.

Nova Zembla is a late-night party at the Entrepotgebouw in Harlingen, running from 19:00 to 02:00.

A late-night dark electronic music event at DB's Studio in Utrecht, spinning experimental sounds until dawn.

BLUEPRINT is a nightclub event at Evoluon featuring electronic music and dancing into the early morning.

Vroeg Pieken hosts an event at the Zwitsalhal in Apeldoorn on Saturday, November 14.

A dance party organized by Footclub at Rotterdam's Cruise Terminal, running late into the night with music and dancing.

A fun evening of party hits and dancing at the Stadsgehoorzaal in Leiden.

The Inner Circle of: Sinister Souls brings Sinister Souls and Badlokk to Waalhalla in Nijmegen for an electronic music night.

An evening of short theatre performances at De Lindenberg. Programme B offers a varied theatrical programme for lovers of compact theatre.

Het Schort Kort presents programme A, a theatre performance at De Lindenberg.

REBELLiON INDOOR 2026 takes place on 14 November 2026 at The Dome in Haaren.

Art detective Arthur Brand shares stories of stolen masterpieces and the thieves who took them with young audiences.

Children's author Mark Haayema brings theatre, song and dance to Bibliotheek Harlingen as part of the 72nd Children's Book Week.

Saint Nicholas arrives at Westhavenplaats with his helpers in a festive family celebration for everyone.

Sinterklaas and his companions arrive in Oud-Beijerland for a festive family gathering.

An early-evening dance night in Nijmegen for dancers who prefer to get started before the usual late-night crowd.

Thuiskomen is a music festival at Loef featuring performances by Baliology, Out of Words, Robbert Z, W&DY and Yvo J.

Three blackened thrash bands - Devastatiön, Spellkeeper and Sapovnela - perform at Astrant for a night of raw, aggressive metal.

Freya Skye performs in Amsterdam with her Stars Align Tour. A portion of ticket sales supports mental healthcare accessibility for young people.

Soul City Live · Feel The Groove brings Mia Banks, NRJ and Sergio Amancio to Studio Boxx in Nuenen for a night of soul and groove.

Four progressive metal and rock bands perform at CAPS Loud!, CAPSLOC's regular night for heavy music. Expect dynamic performances ranging from melodic passages to intense, hard-hitting sound.

A tribute band recreates The Doors' psychedelic rock classics and electrifying live performances using authentic instruments and capturing the band's legendary charisma.

A night of dance and hip-hop at Club NYX with DJs MeRas, Luc (1), Gabriell and hababy maroc.

Weekly rotating film programme at Milûk cinema in Harlingen. Browse the current selection and book tickets online.

Sinan Can gives an interview at Boekhandel Dominicanen. A chance to hear this prominent figure speak directly.

Journalist Annemarie Haverkamp discusses her novel "The House That Saw Everything", which explores the boundaries of sharing personal grief.

A charity night hosted by Sonic Tonic Collective with The Groove Collective x Purple Link at Club UP Amsterdam.

Palindroom Festival brings cultural talent from Eastern Netherlands together at Skatecafe Amsterdam, celebrating regional identity and local initiatives.

Sinterklaas and his helpers arrive in Nobelhorst with a festive procession, followed by singing, interviews and photos on the Brink.

Limitzz // Caves is an electronic music night deep underground in the caves of La Caverne, with performances spread across three spaces.

The James Oesi Trio brings together baroque, jazz and Latin in a refined performance by three virtuoso musicians.

Saint Nicholas arrives in Dronten with a traditional procession featuring music and family fun.

Seasonal autumn celebration at Pluktuin PlukWad in Wijnaldum with harvest-themed activities.

Siddharth Kishna performs classical Indian ragas on the sitar, accompanied by Sharmili (tanpura), Saniya (bamboo flute), and Aaryan (tabla).

Information meeting for Studiekring50plus, a discussion group where participants share knowledge and experiences.

The Wave Eindhoven hosts a Feminist Book Club discussing 'Woman at Point Zero' by Nawal El Saadawi, a novel about a woman facing execution in an Egyptian prison.

Whisky tasting in the historic Koepelgevangenis prison in Arnhem, with an optional guided tour led by a former guard. A unique final event before the complex becomes a hotel.

Former Rotterdam mayor Ahmed Aboutaleb reflects on his life and fifty years in the Netherlands, discussing migration, identity and what community means today.

An experimental theatre piece exploring the relationship between body and space through movement and interaction.

Guided tour of the former ENCI quarry on Sint-Pietersberg, where you'll see how nature is slowly reclaiming the abandoned mining site.

Kaatsvereniging Eendracht celebrates 125 years of history with an exhibition at the Hannemahuis in Harlingen.

A retrospective exhibition at Hannemahuis showcasing the Oriental works and craftsmanship of artist Tonny Holsbergen.

Adult-guided tour of Kasteel Eerde, exploring the castle and its historical heritage.

A musical performance in local dialect at the church of Berg aan de Maas.

Turkish-language storytelling afternoon with music and stories for children at Geldrop library.

Guided tour through the historic country estate Jagtlust exploring the Six family and the region's architectural heritage.

A guided walk across Schiermonnikoog with ranger and writer Tjesse Riemersma, who shares excerpts from his work during the journey.

A philosophical neighbour speaks about parenting, poverty and politics in this sharp, funny performance exploring prejudice and empathy.

Sergio IJssel performs Rahan Stuart's monologue about Papa Koenders, a pioneering advocate for Sranantongo language and Afro-Surinamese culture.

Art detective Arthur Brand reveals how art thieves work and why artworks are so valuable to the criminal underworld.

Guided nature walks led by former forest ranger Frans Kapteijns, each with a seasonal theme.

Hard techno rave in Amsterdam with DJs spinning throughout the night. For electronic music lovers.

Regular Dutch-language stand-up show at Comedy Club Haug with rotating headliners, club regulars, and new talent. Sharp, live-tested material in about two hours.

Dutch-language stand-up comedy night at ComedyCity The Hague, doors open at 20:30.

Stand-up comedy night at Dudok Arnhem featuring various comedians.

A two-hour comedy night at Comedy Club Haug featuring announced comedians and guest performers.

Dutch-language stand-up comedy night with rotating headliners, club regulars, and new talent at Comedy Club Haug.

Stories, songs and creative activities in Serbian and related languages at Eindhoven Library.

Join the monthly pub quiz at café 't Haantje in Nijmegen. Compete solo or with your team and put your trivia skills to the test.

Greek fairy tales are read aloud for children at Bibliotheek Eindhoven.

Monthly reading hour in Tamil at Bibliotheek Eindhoven, one of India's languages.

Guitig by day & night is a party at KABUL à GoGo in Utrecht running from 16:00 to 05:00.

Nag iëne da, tammenâg is an event at De Horster Fabriek in Horst on 14 November 2026.

An interactive R&B dinner show at Holy Moly Club where guests sing along to classic hits.

Adam & Eve is a nightclub party organized by Amsterdam Nightlife at AMI in Den Haag.

Club night O.W.A.P featuring Dimitri (1), Remy and Mike Risk in Amsterdam.

Dance party for people aged 40+ with music until late at night at Cpunt Hoofddorp.

Dance party for 30-plus guests featuring hits from the 1970s to today, with complimentary snacks, parking and cloakroom at a spacious party venue.

A club night at Lasloods featuring Back2sora, Jef Nice, Lenny Del Skon, R3sa and Sam Hofman.

A guided walk through Huizen with Wijgert Kooij, exploring the village's history and local character.

An evening of rap, poetry, spoken word, hip-hop and R&B at Cultuurhuis Almere Buiten.

Maartje and Kine's Bingo Show combines music and cabaret in a lively performance at Bruis in Bladel.

A tribute to Amy Winehouse's greatest hits and classic soul songs, performed in honour of the legendary artist.

HELP! delivers an authentic tribute show with classic Beatles songs in Zierikzee.

A creative writing workshop where culinary techniques inspire writing methods. Join the Writing Café for an afternoon of hands-on wordcraft.

Arts Anonymous gives students a creative space to reconnect with themselves through artistic activities.

Evening nature walk for children aged 8-12 with the Night Watcher in the Veluwezoom.

Children explore technology and engineering in the Techniekwerkplaats at Chocoladefabriek in Gouda.

Children greet Saint Nicholas and his companions at the annual Sinterklaas arrival celebration on Schakelplein in Volkel.

Popronde Haarlem brings dozens of emerging Dutch bands and artists to twenty venues across the city for one night of live music.

Annual festival featuring over 50 bands and musicians across 25 venues in the Achterhoek - from rock and pop to folk and electronic music.

A theatrical production exploring motherhood and humanity at Theater Ins Blau.

Official proclamation of the jubilee Lempkes Queen of Stein, part of the traditional Lempkesootocht celebration.

A clothing collection day at Bibliotheek Culemborg where you can donate unworn items to support a charitable cause.

Annual antler sale at Planken Wambuis: buy shed deer and roe antlers while learning about the local wildlife.

Aluintuin and Boudica share the stage at Villa Concordia for a two-hour concert featuring two Dutch bands.

Aluintuin presents the musical theatre production 'Odyssee' at Villa Concordia. An evening of music and theatre.

Tribute show celebrating Aretha Franklin with soul, blues and the Queen of Soul's greatest hits.

A night sailing trip across the Wadden Sea to watch the Orionids meteor shower, far from light pollution.

A culinary walk across Schiermonnikoog with stops at local cafés and restaurants, ideal for a November outing.

Exhibition exploring the role of elves in carnival culture and folk traditions of North Brabant.

Build your own Rietveld chair in this hands-on workshop. Perfect for design enthusiasts and anyone who enjoys working with their hands.

Latin Vibes brings Semba dancing and live music to Zuyder in Almere, with a workshop for dancers of all levels.

Join Wolderhuus for Super Bingo! winter edition on Friday 20 November. Entry is € 25 per person.

Club Ruis in Alkmaar features DJs Boss Priester, LOTTE AIMEE, Marijn Jansen and Outhoff.

The Grapevyne brings music and dancing to BIRD Rotterdam from 23:00 to 05:00.

A guided tour through Utrecht's former post office, now a library, exploring the building's history, artwork, and collection spaces.

An exhibition exploring how people connect with landscapes and places through contemporary art.

Learn to write and perform stand-up comedy in this three-hour introduction course. Write your own jokes and perform them on the Comedy Club Haug stage.

The Minilectores tell Spanish-language stories monthly for children aged 3 to 12 - exciting, funny and engaging.

An open group discussion about death and dying over tea, coffee and cake in a relaxed, welcoming setting.

An evening of classic music from earlier decades at Asta Theater Beek, celebrating nostalgia.

Club Le Bon presents an evening of 1980s hits at Filmhuis Oosterbeek - perfect for anyone who loves to dance and enjoys classic 80s music.

Evening walk at Huis ter Heide exploring tawny owls and nocturnal wildlife. You may hear the characteristic hooting of these owls during the walk.

Sinterklaas arrives by train at Almere Buiten station on Saturday, 21 November, around noon for the traditional procession through the town centre.

Sinterklaas and his Pieten arrive in Zeewolde for the annual festive parade celebration.

Theater performance 'The Naked Truth' playing in Zeewolde.

International minerals fair at Kasteel Vaeshartelt showcasing minerals, crystals, fossils and jewellery.

Try-out evening with four to eight comedians testing new material. Pay what you choose (€ 15 or € 25), from age 16.

Interactive workshop where visitors experiment with steam and mechanics at the Cruquius Museum.

Free genealogy drop-in session at the library where volunteers from the Dutch Genealogical Society assist with family tree research.

Historian Sandra Langereis discusses Eise Eisinga, a brilliant craftsman who championed education, equality and democracy.

A workshop examining how emotions relate to recovery and inner peace, focusing on understanding the links between feelings, complaints and behaviour.

Jan Zwanenburg shares stories of Old IJmuiden through songs and 'moegdreek tarpen', a unique reversed speech once used by local fishermen.

Workshop on preventing and treating back pain with Thijs de Heer. Learn how to address overuse and poor posture.

Meet local writers over lunch at Beverwijk Library. Share stories and creative inspiration in a relaxed setting.

Author René Gademann discusses how his dream became the novel Meneer Rico, exploring his creative process, character development, and the influence of quantum theory.

Interactive workshop for children about recognizing misinformation and thinking critically about online information.

Information evening for parents about children's media use, focusing on trends, online safety and digital resilience.

A guided walk across the West-Veluwe with a forest ranger sharing stories about the history of the estates.

Guided bird-watching walk through Nationaal Park Schiermonnikoog with a ranger, spotting migratory birds and overwintering species in autumn.

Guided bird-watching walk in the Waalenburg-De Marel nature reserve on Texel, where early winter migrants from the north gather.

Guided beach walk on Schiermonnikoog exploring the history of beachcombing while searching for shells and treasures.

Exhibition showcasing Ukrainian artists Oleh Tistol, Nikita Vlasov and Serhii Ihnatiuk together with sculptures by Ilse Oelbers.

Guided tour of the historic shipyard Het Brouwdok in Harlingen, a key part of the city's maritime heritage.

Carla Emmink and Henk Buijsen showcase paintings and ceramics at Galerie Artlingen. An exhibition combining two distinct artistic disciplines.

An afternoon dedicated to Paul McCartney's post-Beatles catalogue, featuring his greatest hits, hidden gems and the stories that shaped them.

A cozy music café with live performances, organized by Stichting Jongeren Voor Ouderen in Elsloo.

Parents play their children's favourite games together and explore their gaming world under their guidance.

Children's activity combining storytelling and a treasure hunt, all in English - a fun way to practise the language.

Talk with local residents who share their personal experiences with prejudice in this interactive Living Library event.

Toneelgroep Altstadt opens the season with an absurdist black comedy about power and scarcity, performed by Jordy Vogelzang and Délano van den Berg.

Weekly Saturday morning story time at Bibliotheek Bergeijk for young children aged 2-6, with rotating themes and picture books.

Guided tours of the Trappist convent Ons Koningsoord in Berkel-Enschot, offering an inside look at this historic monastery.

A series of inspiration sessions for women with guest speakers at Bibliotheek Helmond.

Toneelgroep Altstadt presents an absurd, physical performance exploring fear, power and a Europe struggling to understand itself.

An evening walk through the dunes where you discover the sounds of the night. For children aged 10 and up.

Rent a boat from Ouwe Seun and explore Harlingen and its surroundings by water.

A French reading session for children and families who speak French at home or want to learn the language.

A philosophical walk exploring time, livability, and truth through guided questions, with refreshments afterward.

Free Turkish story time for parents and children at Bibliotheek Valkenswaard. Drop-in welcome.

A casual Italian conversation group for speakers of all levels. Join other participants and experienced facilitators for an informal chat in Italian on diverse subjects.

A practical workshop on effective organizing with tips and tricks to get your home back in order.

Monthly storytelling workshop where you learn to tell and bring your personal stories to life.

Free coding workshop for children every second Saturday of the month at the Zoomerij, featuring Scratch, Microbit, html/css and javascript.

Join a forest ranger for a 1.5-hour adventure exploring 's-Graveland's estates: hiking, baking bread, and discovering nature with children aged 4 and up.

Bureau Boeiend delivers a lecture on the artistic legacy of Henri Matisse, timed to coincide with an exhibition at Amsterdam's H*ART museum.

The fifth edition of the Carry van Bruggen Lecture explores tolerance, marking the International Day of Tolerance.

Free event on 2 September at Symfonie Winkelhart Nieuw-Vennep.

Stories, drawing and colouring in Indonesian for children aged 0-9 and their families at de bblthk.

Weekly Saturday morning story time at Eersel Library for young children aged 2 to 6, with a different book and theme each week.

Scale the historic water tower in Sint Jansklooster for panoramic views across the wetlands of Nationaal Park Weerribben-Wieden.

Guided walk along Harlingen's Wadden Sea dike combining litter collection with exploration of the mudflat ecosystem and its wildlife.

Christmas market on Laarstraat in Zutphen featuring local artists, designers and creative entrepreneurs showcasing unique products.

A creative workshop for children in Harlingen where they can experiment with art and design in a playful setting.

PuurZilt sells fresh and smoked fish every Thursday and Friday at the Zeeverse Vismarkt in Harlingen.

Zutphen's shops open for a special shopping Sunday on the last Sunday of December, from noon to 5 p.m.

Spend a day working alongside forest rangers on nature conservation in Kaapse Bossen. Practical, rewarding work with visible impact.

Anita Middel from Jules Plus teaches children aged 4 to 7 how to play with language in this interactive workshop.

Young children who joined OERRR in 2026 can pick up a free sapling at the visitor centre on 14 and 15 November.

Free repair café where volunteers help fix broken household appliances.

CoderDojo is a free coding workshop for children where they learn to build websites, apps, and games.

An interactive D&D adventure in the library where you and friends must stop the chaos. Part of October Children's Month.

Writers and poets share their work in an intimate literary setting at Cultuurhuis Sijthoff.

A gathering place for Linux users and the curious in Deventer, with support for beginners.

Weekly Portuguese-language story time for children at the library, every Saturday from 14:00 to 15:00.

Interactive story session for babies and parents featuring songs, book recommendations, and reading advice from the library.

Storyteller Peter and Riet alternate telling tales from their top hat. A cosy storytelling session for all ages.

Public singing lesson on Saturday mornings at Cultuurhuis Sijthoff, open to all who want to sing.

Interactive story reading workshop for children aged 4-6 featuring tales, play, and creative activities at Bibliotheek Elst.

A Tamil-language story time for young children at Bibliotheek Kanaleneiland in Utrecht.

Stories read aloud in English and French at Bibliotheek Bergeijk.

Community input session at Bibliotheek Holten where you can share ideas for library activities and help shape its future programme.

A genealogical information afternoon at Bibliotheek Hoogeveen where you can discover more about your ancestors and family roots.

The Indian Center hosts story time sessions for children aged 4-12, with each event featuring stories in a different Indian language.

CoderDojo Kennemerwaard brings together children aged 7-17 to learn programming with peer support and volunteer mentors.

Drop-in creative and tech workshop for children aged 6+: build robots, make podcasts, draw in virtual reality, and learn DJ skills.

Members of Grandparents for the Climate read aloud to children every other Saturday at Wageningen's library.

A Saturday afternoon chess meetup at the library, welcoming players of all ages and skill levels. Drop in without signing up.

Weekly chess afternoon at the library for all ages and abilities, drop-in welcome.

A creative space where you can experiment, develop ideas and bring them to life in the Facet Lab and Facet Studio.

Free story time for children at de Korenbeurs, held every two weeks on Saturday mornings.

A cosy story time session at the library where children enjoy tales and discover the joy of reading together.

Bring your broken items to the Repair Café and have them fixed for free by volunteers. Good for your wallet and the planet.

Annual remembrance of the 1953 Dutch flood disaster on 1 February at the Watersnood Museum in Ouwerkerk, honouring the victims.

A scenic canal tour through Harlingen aboard the Suupsloatprinses, with stories about the city's past and landmarks.

Celebration of the launch of 'Shing, the Rainbow Panda' with snacks, origami and colouring activities, plus a book signing session.

Free repair café where you can have broken items fixed or repair them yourself with volunteer assistance.

Free repair café offering small repairs, advice on digital and sustainability questions, and a chance to connect with your community.

The Night Shift is an evening programme that takes place after hours at The Writer's Guide (to the Galaxy) in Rotterdam.
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.

Dutch indie band HAEVN takes the stage at Concertgebouw De Vereeniging in Nijmegen.

Dutch rock band BLØF performs at Doornroosje Poppodium in Nijmegen.

Dutch indie band HAEVN takes the stage at Doornroosje Poppodium in Nijmegen.

Iris Hond performs with the orchestra Kamerata Zuid at Concertgebouw De Vereeniging.

Tribute band Queen Must Go On performs Queen's greatest hits at Kunstlinie Almere.

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

Alain Clark performs solo with his guitar and voice, weaving personal stories and songs together in an intimate, stripped-down show.

Dutch singer-songwriter Froukje takes the stage at Doornroosje Poppodium in Nijmegen.

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.

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

All-night club festival featuring international DJs and producers at Club Raum, running from Friday evening into Saturday morning.

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

Pink Floyd Project performs the classic album 'The Wall' live at Kunstlinie in Almere.

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

Henry van Loon explores the parallels between himself and actor Keanu Reeves in his show Keanu.

Dutch country singer Waylon brings his 'Time Jumper' show back to ATLAS Theater in Emmen, featuring his own songs.

Rowwen Hèze celebrates four decades with a special jubilee performance at ATLAS Theater Emmen, featuring their album Rhobijn.

Dutch pop legends Het Goede Doel play their classic hits at Poppodium de Meester, featuring songs like Belgium, Friendship and Emergency Exit.

Sara Kroos takes the stage at Parktheater Eindhoven.

Irish a cappella ensemble ANÚNA presents a winter programme of multi-voice vocal music.

Bökkers performs their album 'Nooit Meer Noar Huus' live at this intimate venue show.

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

Paul de Leeuw, Annick Boer and fellow performers explore family themes in a theatrical production at ATLAS Theater Emmen.

Phion presents a classical evening celebrating the life of Alma Mahler, featuring songs and the renowned Adagietto.

Freek de Jonge performs his memoirs from 1969-1980 in 'Wisten Wij Veel' - a personal and witty account of his time with Neerlands Hoop and his solo career.

Anne Wil Blankers and Hans Croiset perform the intimate production 'Love Letters', exploring themes of love and written correspondence.

A music theatre piece about two strangers embarking on a camper journey after one receives a young-onset Alzheimer's diagnosis. A moving road trip adapted from Mélissa Da Costa's bestselling novel.

NANOEK presents a pop-rock musical with raw energy and imaginative storytelling in their signature style.

Comedy duo Yentl en de Boer present their show 'Rekhalzen' at ATLAS Theater in Emmen.

Herman van Veen performs his show 'Vandaag' at ATLAS Theater in Emmen, an evening with the versatile artist and performer.

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.

Two Dutch orchestras reimagine Radiohead's catalogue as a jazz-inflected symphonic work.

The Glamrocks deliver an energetic glamrock show featuring classic rock songs and dazzling outfits.

Three bands deliver an evening of surfpunk, garage and skatepunk: Brazilian trio The Mullet Monster Mafia, Thee Andrews Surfers (farewell show in the Netherlands) and Grotta.

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

Stand-up comedian Johnny de Mol brings his show 'Good That You Exist!' to ATLAS Theater in Emmen.

Paul de Leeuw and Annick Boer star in 'We Are Family', a new theatre production from the team behind 'Ver van je bed'.

Introdans brings the performance 'To Dance, To Live' to Kunstlinie Almere.

Fay Claassen performs a theatre show of Barbra Streisand's Christmas songs, interpreted through jazz.

Martijn Koning brings a comedy evening of relatable humour to Cultura. Laughter gives you breathing room.

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

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

Paul Haenen performs a tribute to 50 years of Margreet Dolman at ATLAS Theater Emmen.

Julika Marijn brings her stand-up comedy show 'No Kidding' to ATLAS Theater in Emmen.

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

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

The Voice of Holland winner Ruben Hillen takes the stage in Maastricht.

Legends of Rock Roadhouse brings together three tribute bands: Tim Akkerman performs Bruce Springsteen, Fleetwood Mac by Rumours Unchained, and The Johnny Cash Experience.
+ 1938 more long-running events — see the calendar.