56 events for the next 18 months
The Reality 2026 is an event at Martiniplaza in Groningen on 17 September.
SFYN Groningen hosts a harvest dinner with De Blije Bodem and Van Hartig, featuring a completely plant-based menu by Noor de Vries.
VICEFEST 2026 takes place at SPOT De Oosterpoort in Groningen on 19 September, doors opening at 19:30.
Multiple museums across Groningen open their doors for an evening of art, culture and live performances.
The Harvest Festival in Groningen showcases the culinary wealth of the province with local products and dishes.
Visit the Open Energy Day in Groningen to discover circular wind turbines designed for small and medium-sized enterprises.
Grijs! Festival celebrates ageing across five venues in Groningen with diverse performances and activities.
Urban sports festival on Groningen's Grote Markt featuring BMX, skateboarding, freerunning, breakdance and more. Join in or watch the action.
Eureka! brings together science, art and music in a festival celebrating experimentation and creative discovery.
DOT brings an authentic Oktoberfest celebration to Groningen with traditional German flair.
Wine festival featuring over 20 exhibitors showcasing wines from different regions across the globe at the Akerk.
The fifth edition of Groningen's international craft beer festival, organized by Brouwerij Baxbier and Just in Beer, showcasing breweries from around the world.
An international craft beer festival organized by Baxbier and Just in Beer, featuring a wide selection of beers from around the world.
Apocalypse North Fest brings six bands from Belgium, Sweden and the Netherlands to Vera in Groningen.
A multicultural festival celebrating languages through music, theatre and workshops for children and families at SPOT De Oosterpoort.
Bruut! wraps up the season with a festival at Graanfabriek. A festive celebration marking the end of the year with music and culture.
Zwemfest 2026 is a festival at Vera in Groningen on 30 September.
Interactive party for children aged 8 and up where you bring a book's story to life together.
Collect 'O Fest 2026 brings a diverse programme to Martiniplaza in Groningen.
A hospitality industry event in Groningen featuring professionals and enthusiasts exploring innovation and trends in food service and catering.
Children's Book Week Festival with stage performances and craft activities for kids aged 6 and up.
Popronde brings multiple bands to Vera in one night as part of a city-wide traveling music festival.
The Best Groningen Book Festival announces the winners of the Best Groningen Book of 2026 award.
A festival dedicated to money, finance, and economics. Time to talk about money.
Popronde is a touring music festival where dozens of emerging Dutch bands and artists perform across twenty different venues in Groningen in one night.
050 LIVE is a live music festival in Groningen showcasing a diverse range of Dutch artists.
A festival celebrating Tuareg music and culture at SPOT/De Oosterpoort in Groningen.
A large indoor bouncy castle festival with many inflatable attractions for children at Martiniplaza.
Club Voltaire hosts a festival at Suikerunie with a diverse line-up of DJs and artists.
Two-day festival of North African desert blues from Algeria, Mauritania and Mali, featuring artists like Imarhan, Samba Touré and Noura Mint Seymali.
The tenth edition of the iAfrica Film Festival comes to Groningen on 16 October 2026 as a satellite screening event.
Travel fair at Martiniplaza featuring travel-oriented activities and inspiration for travellers.
Hybrid Festival 2026 in Groningen has been cancelled.
Oktofest returns to Groningen with beer, music and Bavarian-style festivities.
Session 1 of Wild Festival, a music festival at Em2 with a complimentary drink and water included.
Multi-session pass for the Wild Festival 2026 in Groningen with access to three sessions across Friday and Saturday, including a drink and water each day.
Saturday ticket for Wild Festival Groningen on October 17, 2026 with access to one of two sessions (13:00-17:00 or 18:00-22:00) including a glass and bottle of water.
Session 2 of Wild Festival 2026 at Em2 with live music and performances from 13:00 to 17:00.
Session 3 of Wild Festival 2026 at Em2 with live music and performances from 18:00 to 22:00.
The Amsterdam Student Cabaret Festival showcases the finest cabaret performers from the student scene on its finalists tour.
T.H.O.P. 15 marks the final edition of The Hands Off Project, a Groningen series blending punk, experimental electronics and DIY performance.
Celtic folk live shows, food and drinks in a Halloween-themed atmosphere at EM2 in Groningen.
TakeRoot celebrates its 28th year at De Oosterpoort with performances by Willow Avalon, American Aquarium, and The Del Fuegos.
TakeRoot is a Groningen music festival where singer-songwriters and bands share their personal stories with authenticity and passion.
Rockit is a Groningen festival blending progressive jazz with experimental pop, rock and contemporary classical music across multiple venues.
The final of the 40th Groninger Studenten Cabaret Festival showcases rising cabaret performers at the Stadsschouwburg.
Free Your Mind Festival is a cultural festival in Groningen featuring music, art, and performances.
The Vyra Winterfestival brings together twelve DJs and producers for an electronic music night at Drafbaan Stadspark.
Boogiefest returns to VERA with three acts: PowerSolo (psychedelic Donkey Punk), Les Robots (instrumental surf, rock 'n roll and electronics), and Bacon Fat Louis (garage boogie blues).
A festival specially designed for children aged 2 to 12 at De Oosterpoort.
My First Festival turns De Oosterpoort into a family-friendly festival space with activities, dancing and live music for children aged 2-12 and their relatives.
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The annual fair in Oostrum offers rides, games and food for the whole family.
The annual Schagerbrug fair features rides, games, and food for the whole family.
Annual fair with rides, games, and food for families at Schakelplein in Volkel.
Annual fair with rides and games for the whole family at Jan van Steffeswertplein.
The annual fair in Oijen offers rides, games and food for the whole family.
The Week of Reading and Writing brings attention to basic literacy skills through diverse activities at multiple Eindhoven Library locations.
The Week of Reading and Writing brings focus to literacy skills with a range of activities at the library.
Cycle through Putten with tastings at local restaurants and food producers showcasing regional specialities.
Annual operating day of the historic Putter Steam Pumping Station, where visitors can watch the machinery in action and get a close-up view of this engineering landmark.
A-Jay's Spetterpret brings water surprises to Almere Jungle with over ten interactive buttons that activate fountains, mist, and music throughout the park.
Cycle through the Gelderse Vallei's historic landscapes and enjoy a five-course culinary journey from coffee to dessert.
Popronde Apeldoorn showcases emerging Dutch musicians across multiple venues in the city centre on Friday evening, 18 September, with free admission.
A free music festival across The Hague's city centre on the eve of Prinsjesdag, featuring indie pop, jazz, classical and spoken word performances in cafés and restaurants.
A three-day festival (25-27 September) celebrating wild game, nature and regional products with activities for all ages. Free entry.
Lisse offers a range of family-friendly activities during the autumn school holidays.
Best Bevrijd is a week-long festival (12-20 September) with daily activities exploring the history of liberation, occupation and resistance in Best.
Annual fair in Helenaveen featuring rides and entertainment for the whole family.
The Nazomerfeest at Koninginnelaan is an annual neighborhood festival with street theatre, live entertainment, children's activities, food trucks and a market. Free admission.
Ensing Oktoberfest brings the famous Bavarian beer festival to Apeldoorn with beer, food and festive atmosphere on the Zwitsal grounds.
The final night of Woodstock'69 with Lucky Done Gone and Young Marco. A celebratory closing featuring two acts on stage.
Day pass for Tiengemeten island festival featuring an exclusive 40-minute concert by Ruben Hein, a guided nature walk, and ferry crossing included.
The Summer Closing marks the end of the summer season, organized by De Zomervloot at Four Elements Hotel.
Landhuis & Caravan takes place at Plantagepark in Harderwijk.
The first Culemborg Beer Festival features four craft breweries, food from Una Volta and DJ Miss Twist spinning vinyl records from the 1950s to 1990s.
Three acts take the stage at the Yusu Blockparty in Yellow House: WaxFiend, Zoë Janice and NATHIFA EFIA.
Ascend the historic Hompesche Molen with the miller during Open Monumentendag. A rare chance to explore this monument up close.
Grunn at the Park is a relaxed afternoon festival on 13 September in Leek featuring local musicians, food trucks and regional products in the Nienoord forest.
Johnny Clark & The Outlaws perform at the IJsseljazz Festival in Gorssel.
OERRR! Summer fun day for children at the Hompesche Molen in Stevensweert. Play outdoors and discover the monument with volunteers from Natuurmonumenten.
Family show featuring music at the Openluchttheater Brunssum on 13 September.
Fort bij Nigtevecht welcomes visitors on Open Monuments Day with free guided tours and mini-lectures exploring water defences, cannons, WWI military life, and fort construction.
The annual fair in Hank features rides, games and food for the whole family.
The annual fair at Koersendijk offers rides, games, and food for families.
The autumn fair in Denekamp features rides, games and food on Nicolaasplein.
The annual fair in Diepenveen features rides, games and food for the whole family.
The annual Limmen Fair features rides, games and food for families at the sports fields car park.
Annual fair in Balgoij with rides, food and drink for families.
A military spectacle with music, uniforms and traditional ceremonies at the Brabanthallen.
Seven restaurants in Best serve a dish each that tells the story of 1944 - about simplicity, hardship, and the value of freedom.
Anime fans gather for a day of tournaments, cosplay and live performances in Almere.
KWAKU DownTown celebrates Surinamese culture with live music and traditional food at Amsterdam's Vondelpark Openluchttheater.
Family fair on Bergstraat in Ede featuring rides and activities for everyone.
Free guided tours of the historic Verhildersum estate with guides in 19th-century dress during Open Monumentendag.
A one-time pop-up event at the Koelwaterhal in Zwolle on 28 August 2026, starting at 11:00.
Free festival where young people can explore and try urban street culture sports like skateboarding, BMX and breakdancing.
Boogie House takes over the Parels van de Stad stage with four acts: Kirilski, Emma Champagne Queen, Pura Pachanga and Heritage Listed.
ZaanUP! Festival celebrates local talent and creativity with live music, workshops, art and a makers market at the Bullekerk.
Two historic monuments in Tienhoven - Molen de Trouwe Wachter and the Eendenkooi of Breukeleveen - open their doors on Open Monumentendag.
An art and design festival at the Academiehuis Grote Kerk in Zwolle, showcasing contemporary artists and designers.
Explore Nijmegen's historic railway station and 19th-century urban development during Open Monumentendag, with guided access to these architectural landmarks.
Rijksmonument Waterloopbos opens for Open Monumentendag with scale models, adventures, and a unique wave basin.
Hilversum opens its historic buildings and architectural highlights to the public during Open Monumentendag.
Hofstad Meets Hanzestad is an event in Zwolle on 28 August 2026 at the Koelwaterhal.
National Mill Day: visit the working De Onrust mill at the Naardermeer with guided tours by volunteer millers.
Open Monumentendag at Landgoed Mookerheide: explore the estate, visit the pick-your-own garden and natural burial ground, and relax on the terrace.
Explore Sint Pieter Quarry during Open Monuments Day, a hidden precursor to the ENCI quarry in Maastricht.
Fiesta Futura 2026 is a festival at Zuiderpark in Rotterdam.
Open-air day in the Peel en Maas nature reserves where visitors can discover the natural landscape.
Arnhem opens forty historic buildings to visitors during Open Monumentendag on 12 and 13 September.
Spend two days picking your own apples at Nieuw Slagmaat farm in Bunnik - a fun family activity.
Family-friendly festival featuring activities and entertainment for children at the Dudok Architecture Centre.
A day of music, theatre and culture at the historic Fort Maarsseveen in Maarssen.
Open Monumentendag 2026 in Naarden explores 'Heritage in Danger'. Visit local monuments and heritage sites while discovering how they are preserved and protected.
A magical fairy tale procession designed for young children from age 2 onwards at the Herman van Veen Arts Center.
Festival Rockin' The Woods brings live music to Openluchttheater Cabrio in Soest.
Cultureel Festival Baarn 2026 combines art, music and theatre in one day. A diverse programme for everyone interested in culture.
The inaugural Oostvaarders Wine Festival brings wines and appetizers to the Oostvaardersplassen, one of the Netherlands' largest nature reserves.
Tot Alaaf Gemaakt brings carnival spirit to De Cultuurmakerij in Oosterhout on 13 September 2026.
A festival celebrating makers, designers and innovators sharing their work. Creativity, craftsmanship and technology converge at Klokgebouw.
Guided tour of Herenboerderij de Bunker in Valkenswaard on Open Monuments Day, an annual event showcasing historic buildings.
A literature festival in Valkenswaard dedicated to young adult readers and writers.
Wereldmuseum Leiden celebrates the mid-autumn festival with music, culture and traditions from around the world.
Visit Landgoed Grootstal during Open Monumentendag to explore this historic estate and learn about its heritage.
Visit the historic Thiemeloods in Nijmegen during Open Monumentendag, with extended opening hours on both Saturday and Sunday.
International drawing festival inviting everyone to join in creative drawing activities at De Lindenberg.
Tetem hosts The Big Draw in Nijmegen, an international drawing event where participants of all levels join in shared creative activities.
The Big Draw is an international drawing event organized by Mime Wave where participants of all levels create art together.
Explore the Grote Kerk in Veendam on Open Monuments Day with guided tours and carillon music.
The Margaretha Hardenbergkerk in Wildervank opens for Open Monumentendag with guided tours and hands-on workshops.
Free museum visit and guided city walk in Veendam on Open Monumentendag, departing at 14:00.
Open Monumentendag at Turfcentrale Veendam features guided tours of the historic building and open artist studios.
Over 90 historic buildings across Het Hogeland welcome visitors during this two-day heritage event celebrating Dutch architectural history.
Open Monumentendag in Westerwolde on 12-13 September - monuments open their doors to the public under the theme 'Resilient Heritage'.
Open Monumenten Dagen brings historical lectures, wood carving demonstrations and exhibitions to Kolham church over two days.
Open Monuments Day in Wehe-den Hoorn: guided tours and creative workshops in the Bonifatiuskerk and Kunstcentrum De Ploeg.
Visit the Sint-Augustinuskerk in Elsloo on Open Monumentendag, when the Orgelkring Elsloo welcomes the public to explore its heritage.
Illustration festival with open-air gallery, graphic art, workshops and live drawing. Free entry for all ages.
IJsselstein celebrates a month-long culture festival with performances, concerts, exhibitions, workshops and open studios for all ages.
Annual Open Monuments Day in Bunschoten offering access to historic buildings and monuments across the municipality.
Dozens of Utrecht monuments open their doors free of charge during the 40th edition of Open Monumentendag. This year's theme is 'Resilient Heritage: Utrecht Protects!'.
Discover the historic monuments of the 715-year-old fortified city of IJsselstein on the Hollandse IJssel during Open Monumentendag.
Join hundreds of others to construct a full-scale cardboard replica of a historic building on Maastricht's Vrijthof square.
Asian festival in Maastricht featuring food, culture and entertainment from across Asia.
Maastricht opens its monuments on 6 September for Open Monumentendag, the fortieth edition celebrating heritage conservation with the theme 'Resilient Heritage - in Times of Uncertainty'.
Historic buildings and monuments across Eindhoven welcome visitors during the 40th edition of Open Monuments Day.
A festival where visitors attend workshops and connect with makers and innovators exploring creativity, learning and technology.
A metal festival with multiple bands at Nirwana Rockpodium in Dronten.
Pick your own apples and pears at this fruit festival, with market stalls and drinks at the Fruit Pub.
An annual festival in central Emmeloord featuring activities and entertainment for all ages.
The former Mennonite Church in Wormerveer opens its doors for Monument Day 2026, an annual opportunity to explore historic buildings.
