Hans Klok teams up with Cirque du Soleil for a spectacular illusion show featuring world-class performers.
Swedish stoner rock band Greenleaf brings heavy, guitar-driven riffs and haunting vocals to VERA Groningen.
Jett Rebel returns with a new band, blending funk, soul and rock-'n-roll with spontaneous improvisation at Poppodium Nieuwe Nor.
Isabèl Usher takes the stage at Doornroosje Poppodium in Nijmegen.
Library Card takes the stage at Merleyn with an energetic indie rock performance.
Prins S. en de Geit returns to Luxor Live with new material, reimagined classics, and the high-energy performance their fans expect.
Lézard is a Ghent-based band playing discopunk - an explosive mix of post-punk, disco and new wave. They sing about the world's downfall with humour and melancholy.
SONS performs at EKKO Utrecht in a two-hour concert showcasing their energetic and dynamic sound.
FRIDAY brings darker, rawer material on their third album - an evening of introspective songs about sleepless nights and the weight of everyday life.
My Baby performs at 013 in Tilburg. An evening of live music in an intimate venue.
Irish vocal ensemble ANÚNA brings their distinctive a cappella sound to the stage at Cpunt Hoofddorp.
Fortune Child takes the stage at Poppodium Iduna in Drachten.
Huub van der Lubbe and Jan Robijns take the stage together with a mix of new and classic songs, stories and musical performances.
Singer and theatre maker Sterre Konijn explores Dante's Inferno through music, blending classical, pop, and world traditions with vocals, text, and experimental instruments.
Amsterdam sextet Nusantara Beat fuses 20th-century Indonesian songs with contemporary sound. A band that honours tradition while pushing forward.
Dutch stand-up comedian Thijs Boontjes presents his show 'Campari Soda - so bitter and sweet' at 013 Tilburg.
Waylon performs at Parktheater Eindhoven, featuring his greatest hits alongside new material.
The Noord Nederlands Orkest presents a classical concert at Stadsschouwburg De Harmonie.
Icelandic folk ensemble Árstíðir performs traditional songs at the Lutherse Kerk in Groningen.
NANOEK presents the pop-rock musical Next to Normal with Willemijn Verkaik and Edwin Jonker in the cast.
Dutch musician Merijn Scholten takes the stage at Concertgebouw De Vereeniging in Nijmegen.
De Niemanders perform at Theater Heerlen in Heerlen on 17 December 2026.
After Elmer takes the stage at Rotown with indie rock and energetic live performance.
An interactive music concert with the trio Van Straalen, Cimadevilla and Pol, blending Bach, tango, pop and classical music with the game element Live HITSTER.
Nathalie Baartman & De Bössels bring an evening of Twente songs, stories and humour to Cultura Ede.
Hip-hop night at Playground Muziekgieterij with live sets from Missa and Yonna. Free entry.
A striking artistic presentation that combines journalism, performance and life stories into a compelling whole.
Julika Marijn presents a theatrical performance exploring life without children and what that freedom means.
Nilgün Yerli takes the stage at Cpunt Hoofddorp on 17 December 2026.
Michael Varekamp & The Legends perform at Cpunt Hoofddorp with an evening of classic songs and stories.
Every Thursday NAR hosts long listening sessions with pizzas and cocktails for € 5 each. Enjoy the bar, terrace, or dance floor.
Scapino Ballet Rotterdam's multimedia ballet La Mer celebrates the beauty and vulnerability of the ocean through dance and visual art.
Coldplace takes the stage at Poppodium De Bosuil in Weert.
An absurd comedy show by Tim Kanon and Leon Wohlrabe featuring sketches, chaos and sharp humour.
My Generation delivers a rock show featuring classic hits at Cpunt Hoofddorp.
Tess Merlot brings her glamorous French-style Christmas show Oh La La Noel to Brinkhuis Laren.
& JULIET brings a fresh, irreverent take on Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet story to the Beatrix Theater.
MC Silvester Zwaneveld hosts a comedy night at De Muze, presenting a lineup of stand-up comedians to the audience.
A theater show combining stories, music and whisky tasting at Theater Hanzehof & Buitensociëteit in Zutphen.
Monthly blues jam with a resident house band and rotating guest artists at Gelderlandfabriek. Spontaneous collaborations and international performers make each evening unique.
Stand-up comedians perform at Gebouw-T for an evening of comedy and laughs.
Conny Janssen Danst presents 'Behind the Wall', a large-scale dance production exploring identity, connection and loss.
Satirical Christmas musical about consumerism and profit, with John Buijsman as CEO of Christmas Incorporated. A comic production with dinner and music theatre collectives.
Toon Hermans' intimate One Man Show from 1993 screened in 2K and 5.1 surround sound, featuring songs about love and loss following his wife's passing.
A musical show exploring how The Beatles came to perform in Blokker, featuring the band Bolistic Smoke and a documentary discussion with a local expert.
The Klittens present their annual Klitfest festival in Amsterdam, featuring the band alongside guest performances from their punk and pop circle.
Free event on 28 August at Cpunt Hoofddorp.
CineBieb Laarbeek presents The Holdovers at the Dorpshuis, a screening organized in partnership with the Laarbeek Senior Associations.
Free board game night every Thursday at Poppodium Phoenix. Bring your favourite games and play with fellow enthusiasts under the guidance of host Afra.
Simple melodies from various cultures sung together in unison and harmony, with space for silence and reflection. Emiel Scholsberg provides guitar accompaniment.
Documentary about John Davidson, diagnosed with Tourette syndrome at fifteen, who later became an advocate for raising awareness about the condition.
Theatre company De Verleiders performs their production 'Zoek dekking' at the Leidse Schouwburg in Leiden.
The Clarinet Choir of Muziekvereniging Prinses Irene performs a varied programme at the library, actively engaging the audience throughout the show.
Green experts share practical tips on sustainable living, from energy efficiency to reusable nappies at the Sustainability Square in Bibliotheek Centrum.
A casual choir session where anyone can join in and sing together, with no obligations or prior experience needed.
Residents parade through Almere Poort with handmade light sculptures and lanterns in this family-friendly evening celebration.
A relaxing sound bath session featuring singing bowls, handpan, gong and ocean drum at Bibliotheek de Boekenberg.
Monthly gathering of the Silent Book Club at LocHal, where readers share their books briefly and then spend an hour reading silently together.
Monthly open chess gathering at Bibliocenter Weert where chess players of all levels meet and play together.
A Dungeons & Dragons session at Bibliocenter Weert welcoming both newcomers and experienced players for a guided campaign.
A quiet reading club where book lovers gather to read in silence together, then discuss their books over refreshments.
Private Christmas drinks event on 17 December at Café de Cactus in Hengelo.
Titanique brings the Titanic story to life through Celine Dion's music, with accessibility support for visually impaired guests.
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.
Adults gather to share their favourite children's and young adult books, swapping recommendations and discovering new stories together.
Comedy Club Haug presents 'Best of Queer', a stand-up show featuring comedians from the queer community during Rotterdam Pride.
Free living room café at ZB Middelburg where everyone is welcome for coffee, tea, and friendly conversation.
Theatre performance Biotopia at Theater Ins Blau in Leiden.
Four international tribute bands deliver the greatest hits from AC/DC, Queen, Guns N' Roses and Bon Jovi on an XL stage with light shows and special effects.
A relaxed gathering for knitting, crochet, and embroidery with guidance from experienced crafters and beginner-friendly resources.
A relaxed knitting and crochet café where you can work on your projects alongside fellow enthusiasts.
A queer social space for young LGBTIQ+ people aged 12-24 at Regenboogcafé.
A guided tour through Utrecht's former post office, now a library, exploring the building's history, artwork, and collection spaces.
An educational morning session for seniors designed to spark imagination and foster meaningful connections.
A writing workshop at ZB Middelburg where you can develop and practice your writing skills.
A gathering where participants read aloud from world literature together and discover unexpected connections with each other.
Learn flower arranging in this Christmas workshop and create your own festive arrangement to take home.
Writer Lex Paleaux, winner of the Boekhandelsprijs 2025, visits Literary Café Gemert. An evening featuring his distinctive prose and witty reflections on life.
Playful story time for toddlers from 1.5 years old with singing and picture books. Parents welcome to join with refreshments.
An evening of beautiful songs at Vestzak, celebrating the finest in music.
Weekly theatre reading sessions at DOK Tanthof in Delft, featuring everything from comedies to inspiring plays.
Cleo takes the stage at Theater Imperium in Leiden.
Join fellow crafters at the Handcraft Café Middelburg. Bring your own project, enjoy refreshments, and share experiences with like-minded makers.
Solve jigsaw puzzles together with others or borrow one to take home at this casual puzzle gathering in Middelburg.
Learn to design and edit your own Christmas cards using Canva in this hands-on workshop. A perfect way to send something personal to loved ones.
Leadership expert Frank Schaper discusses how modern dictators gain power through democratic elections and the threats they pose to our democracy.
Guided bird-watching walk in the Waalenburg-De Marel nature reserve on Texel, where early winter migrants from the north gather.
Free Linux installation for old laptops in Gorredijk. Repair Cafe, SeniorWeb, and the library help extend your computer's life.
A festive craft workshop where children turn an old book into Christmas decoration using the book folding technique.
A festive Christmas evening with stories, poems, music and art at Porgy en Bess, including mulled wine and seasonal treats.
Free homework support at the library for young people, with volunteers helping with planning and challenging subjects.
Free drop-in sessions to improve your computer skills, Dutch, maths, and safe internet use at Wijkcentrum De Oever.
Free advice and assistance with questions about rent, insurance, energy, telephone services, and taxes at the neighbourhood shop.
Free drop-in advice service for questions about money, work, housing, care and debt. Expert staff available without appointment.
A French conversation group for speakers of all levels to practice and improve their language skills through group discussion.
Arduino User Group for experienced makers collaborating on projects in the library's MakerLab.
A follow-up evening for 3D printing course participants to experiment, work on personal projects and share experiences with fellow learners.
A creative writing group where you develop your own style through themed assignments and share your work aloud. Open to beginners and experienced writers alike.
Weekly Dutch-language class for non-native speakers in Hilvarenbeek, focusing on speaking, reading and writing alongside community building.
Deutsches Café is an informal conversation group for German speakers of all levels. Every Thursday evening, participants practice their German conversation skills with a facilitator.
Monthly book club for readers aged 20-35 at Bibliotheek Uden, where you discuss books and stories with fellow book enthusiasts.
Stories are read aloud in a warm setting where memories and conversation take centre stage. Free entry.
A weekly German conversation group for speakers who want to maintain and improve their language skills in a relaxed setting.
Monthly philosophy discussion group at the Huis van Waalre exploring life's big questions and contemporary issues.
A hands-on tech workshop for primary school students (grades 5-8) featuring VR, coding, robotics and AI experiments.
Gabriël Vriens guides you through classical music, discussing renowned composers and their works.
Christmas brunch with hot and cold buffet at Pantropica on Christmas Day and Boxing Day, 10:00-13:00.
A hands-on workshop teaching practical digital skills like QR codes and apps, with guidance on safe digital use in a welcoming environment.
A creative handcraft club where you work on projects and meet fellow enthusiasts at Bibliotheek Malden.
A quiet craft session at the library where you can continue your knitting, crochet, embroidery, or other creative project.
Work on your own handicraft project and meet neighbors at Bibliotoop Woensel-Noord. Free coffee or tea, drop-in welcome.
A language and number dance class for toddlers and preschoolers, combining movement with early learning in a playful way.
A story time session for babies and toddlers (0-4 years) at Theek 5 Rijen, with a new tale each time.
A shared meal for children and adults at KinderLab Schenkel, with space for stories and conversation.
The library reads a story, then children perform it themselves through theatre, dance, music or movement.
A casual games night at Weert's library featuring board games and card games for all.
Free repair café where volunteers help fix your broken electronics and furniture. No registration required - just come along.
A monthly drop-in playgroup at the library for toddlers and parents, featuring play activities and a chance to connect with other families.
A storytelling session for parents and grandparents with young children (0-4 years) at the library, held monthly.
Toddlers and babies aged 0 to 4 enjoy reading, play and music at the library. A cosy hour for parents and children together.
Drop-in consultation hours with a reading and media consultant at Bibliotheek Maasbree for parents seeking guidance on literacy and media support.
A beginner-friendly computer course covering web browsing, email, and file downloads for people new to digital technology.
Interactive story time for toddlers held every Tuesday and Thursday at OPEN Delft.
Learn to speak Dutch in an informal setting at Goirle Library's community language programme.
Learn how to use Google services like Gmail, Google Calendar and Google Maps on your smartphone or PC in this practical course.
A reading club at Bibliotheek Krimpen where non-native speakers practice Dutch together and develop their language proficiency.
A story time session for toddlers and young children with their parents at 't Hovenhuus in Deventer.
Watch the news in simple language and discuss it with others while practising Dutch in a relaxed group setting.
Free financial advice in Nunspeet on benefits, forms, and debt problems.
Creative writing group for short stories and poetry. The group is currently full.
Beginner computer course covering websites, email, and file downloads for those new to digital technology.
Self-directed practice in language, maths, digital skills and more via Oefenen.nl at Stadkamer centrum.
A regular story time session for toddlers aged 2 to 4 at Bibliotheek Overvecht, where children can enjoy listening to stories in a comfortable setting.
A relaxed group reading session where participants share stories and poems, discuss them together, and discover new perspectives through conversation.
Free drop-in session to practise Dutch speaking, reading and writing with computer programmes and volunteer conversation partners in Weert.
Adult lesson group for improving reading and writing skills at your own pace and level.
Weekly Dutch reading and writing practice with guidance in a relaxed café setting.
Beginner Portuguese course (A1) at Volksuniversiteit IJmond in Beverwijk. Learn to speak and understand at a comfortable pace.
A philosophical discussion evening where participants explore everyday dilemmas together, valuing doubt and diverse viewpoints.
UP! Conversations brings young people together to discuss meaningful topics like loss and family in a relaxed, peer-led setting.
A creative writing workshop where prompts and wordplay help you discover new ideas. Open to anyone who loves writing or wants to begin.
Monthly gathering for people with acquired brain injury, organized by Library Drunen. A social and informational evening with the motto 'you don't have to do it alone'.
Energy Café at Bibliotheek Tuinwijk: meet energy ambassadors and local experts to discuss sustainable home improvements, green roofs, heat pumps and solar panels.
A reading club for teenagers aged 15-18 exploring various genres and themes, with refreshments provided.
Monthly writing café at the library with guidance from writing instructor Marjan Leunissen. Two hours of creative writing and inspiration.
A creative space where you can experiment, develop ideas and bring them to life in the Facet Lab and Facet Studio.
A weekly Thursday morning gathering at the library where locals read the newspaper and share coffee together.
A weekly social drop-in café at the library where you can enjoy coffee, conversation, and games with others.
Every Thursday morning, local organizations at Bibliotheek Goirle offer support with digital skills, reading, numeracy, and financial matters.
A morning where parents and caregivers share stories and reading with their little ones in a warm, welcoming setting.
Children's books are read aloud at the library, with games and songs for young children.
Weekly story time at the library where children listen to wonderful tales together.
A bi-weekly sewing and handicraft group meeting Thursday mornings at the library, welcoming anyone interested in crafting or socializing.
A relaxed coffee morning at the library where you can enjoy a hot drink and work on your own projects.
A welcoming gathering space at the library where you can chat, do creative activities, or discuss books with others.
Technical volunteers help you repair broken items for free at the library.
Weekly tea gathering at Bibliotheek Tuinwijk where neighbors meet, share ideas and enjoy friendly conversation. Drop in anytime, no booking required.
Thursday afternoon games session at the library for children aged 6-12, featuring board games and active games.
A social craft café at the library where you work on your own project alongside others. Beginners and experienced crafters alike are welcome.
Weekly 30-minute story time for toddlers and preschoolers at Bibliotheek Schoonhoven, drop-in welcome.
Residents and volunteers at Broedplaats Tuinwijk collaborate on initiatives to gradually improve their neighbourhood.
A gathering space in Kerkrade for autistic individuals to share experiences and build community.
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.
Charly Luske performs a tribute to his musical hero.
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.
Huub Stapel brings his theatrical adaptation of relationship therapist John Gray's international bestseller to the stage.
André Rieu brings a winter concert to his native Maastricht at the MECC.
Sabrina Starke performs her intimate musical show 'Weather the Storm', exploring resilience and personal growth at Cultura Ede.
Angela Groothuizen performs 'Sexy Sixty', a theatre show celebrating womanhood with humour, music and dance for audiences of all ages.
Dutch country singer Waylon brings his 'Time Jumper' show back to ATLAS Theater in Emmen, featuring his own songs.
Rob Urgert and Joep van Deudekom present their popular New Year's Eve Quiz, a festive evening of trivia and entertainment.
Irish a cappella ensemble ANÚNA presents a winter programme of multi-voice vocal music.
Stephanie Struijk performs her intimate concert 'Always and Never' at Cultura in Ede, two decades after her debut. A show exploring time, change, and what endures.
Dutch stand-up comedian Ronald Goedemondt takes the stage at Parktheater Eindhoven.
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.
Journalists Ruben Terlou and Jelle Brandt Corstius explore geopolitics in Eastern Europe and Asia through personal narratives in this theatre evening.
Huub Stapel explores the differences between men and women in this theatrical performance at ATLAS Theater Emmen.
The classic ballet Swan Lake is performed at Kunstlinie Almere, suitable for everyone from age 6 to 99.
Three pianists explore The Beatles' music in a theatrical concert that showcases experimental arrangements and the diverse musical styles that made the band revolutionary.
André Rieu and his Johann Strauss Orchestra perform each summer at Het Vrijthof in Maastricht, the conductor's birthplace.
Original vocalists from legendary Dutch pop bands perform together with Nederpop All Stars, celebrating the biggest hits from Nederpop history.
The Bentleys celebrate the golden age of rock and roll with a tribute show featuring the biggest hits of the 1950s and 1960s.
The Dutch Eagles deliver two decades of authentic Eagles country rock, complete with soaring guitar work and tight vocal harmonies.
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.
Tineke Schouten brings her 28th tour with the programme 'Femme Vitaal', reflecting on how she maintains her energy and passion for performing despite being well past retirement age.
A theatre performance with Simone Kleinsma and Brigitte Heitzer at the ATLAS Theater in Emmen.
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.
Singer-songwriter Michael Prins takes the stage at Merleyn. An intimate concert with personal songs.
Unlimited theatre subscription for the 2026-2027 season at Cultuurpodium Groene Engel in Oss. Attend all adult performances without choosing, for € 199,-.
Surinamese stand-up comedian Jörgen Raymann, a pioneer of Dutch comedy television, returns with a live theatre show.
The Nederlands Blazers Ensemble performs Strauss and Schoenberg, exploring love and inner transformation through music.
Orkest Phion rings in the new year with a Scandinavian concert led by conductor Wilson Ng and violinist Rebecca Roozeman.
Jandino marks two decades of performing with a special retrospective show at Theater Hanzehof & Buitensociëteit.
Stand-up comedian Nabil Aoulad Ayad returns to the stage after a period away.
Willemijn Verkaik stars in the acclaimed Broadway musical Next to Normal, a powerful story about a family navigating mental health and modern life.
A Christmas concert for the whole family at Kunstlinie, filled with festive music and holiday cheer.
Loïs Lane marks 40 years with a concert featuring their biggest Dutch pop hits. Sisters Suzanne and Monique Klemann perform their most beloved songs.
A night of classic hits from the Evergreen Top 1000, performed live at Kunstlinie.
An evening of humour and recognition about hormones and life changes, packed with laughter and new perspectives.
The Noord Nederlands Orkest opens the new year with a concert conducted by Lucie Leguay and soprano Annemarie Kremer.
Dutch jazz ensemble New Cool Collective blends jazz, Latin, afrobeat and dance with live improvisation and grooves.
Efteling brings the Baron 1898 story to the stage in a new theatrical production for children aged 6 and up.
Johnny de Mol presents his second stand-up show 'Goed dat jij bestaat!', reflecting on family life and how the women around him influence his journey as a father.
Dutch folk singer Gerard van Maasakkers performs solo with guitar at Het Speelhuis. An intimate evening of songs and stories.
Niels Geusebroek brings his 'Because of You' theatre tour to Helmond with intimate concerts featuring his greatest hits and fresh songs.
The Dutch Film Orchestra performs film scores by Italian composers in the Maestro del Cinema programme.
A musical celebrating the life and work of cabaret artist Frans Halsema, whose influence endures decades after his passing.
Slagerij van Kampen performs 'Rhythm of Freedom', blending drums, percussion and keyboards to unite cultures in a celebration of freedom.
The LSB Experience performs a theatre concert celebrating Paul McCartney's music, from Beatles classics to Wings and solo hits.
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