24 events for the next 18 months
A quarterly language festival at Bind where Mario presents a rotating line-up of performers on stage.
A heat of the national Seniors Song Festival featuring sixteen local artists aged 55 and over, accompanied by pianist Rob Stoop. Free admission.
Peace Week in Zaandam: an annual September event with activities focused on peace and reflection.
The Zaans Cultuur Feest brings together music, dance, art and workshops at the Zaans Cultuurhuis, featuring residents from diverse backgrounds and international food.
All-day hardcore festival in Zaandam featuring Korsakoff and other acts from the scene.
The 24th edition of Indieplayground celebrates punk rock and grunge, music born as a reaction against predictability and the daily grind.
HEMLAB in Zaandam hosts Pudding Chemistry! as part of the Science Weekend on 3 and 4 October - interactive workshops and demonstrations for all ages.
A dance workshop for all levels where you move to the rhythm of your own body, with no complex choreography required. Part of the Opening Festival.
The Children's Book Week opens with a festival celebration at De Bieb Zaandam, featuring activities for children around children's literature.
History Month brings archives, museums and libraries together across the Netherlands with activities exploring local and national heritage.
At the IFIKZ MaakMeeFestival, children collaborate on paper artworks and discover stories about the heritage of Zaandam's famous paper industry.
The IFIKZ MaakMeeFestival celebrates Zaandam's paper heritage with hands-on making workshops and a storytelling boat tour during the autumn half-term opening weekend.
Five underground acts and two spoken-word artists converge at De Kade in Zaandam for Nieuwe Nederlandse Naïviteit: a rapid-fire showcase of Dutch punk, postpunk, art rap and experimental pop.
IFIKZ runs creative maaklabs in a former cardboard factory in Zaandam, where children and adults spend three hours making things with paper.
De Heemtuin becomes a magical fairy tale forest during autumn half-term, with stories, magic and surprises. Dress up as your favourite storybook character and enjoy pancakes at the gnome café.
A multilingual reading festival celebrating Brazilian Portuguese and the world's many languages.
NH MetalFest XL brings six metal bands to Poppodium De Kade, from death and thrash to extreme metal.
The Indian Light Foundation celebrates Divali in Zaandam, bringing together residents and local organizations to mark the festival of lights with an emphasis on community unity and cultural exchange.
The inaugural wine festival of the Zaanstreek region, featuring dozens of wines and bites from local food businesses.
No Art ADE Festival is a satellite event of Amsterdam Dance Event, featuring electronic music and art installations at Hembrugterrein in Zaandam.
Monthly showcase for local acts in Zaandam featuring Bring The Joints, Trashwood and Package of Goodies.
NH MetalFest brings together six metal bands performing death metal, thrash and extreme metal, with DJ Maalstroom between the sets.
Free festival in Zaandam with theatre, art, workshops and lectures on sustainable living.
The Indian Light Foundation celebrates Divali, the Festival of Lights, with residents and local organizations. An event about hope, light and the victory of good over evil.
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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.
Monument Days in Jisp marks the opening of the cultural season at Jisperkerk, blending heritage and the arts in an annual celebration.
The Honig Breethuis in Zaandijk opens its doors free during Open Monumentendag on 12 and 13 September, celebrating resilient heritage.
Explore the clock towers of the Zaanstreek region by bike on Open Monuments Day. Visit Museum Zaanse Tijd and see inside these historic structures.
Theater Hanzehof & Buitensociëteit welcomes visitors during the Open Monuments Weekend with a varied classical programme in the historic Buitensociëteit building.
A nationwide heritage day when historic buildings and monuments open to visitors. Explore Winterswijk's architectural treasures at no cost on 13 September.
