120 events for the next 18 months
A guided family tour exploring landscapes across the Centraal Museum and the nijntje museum in Utrecht.
A Dick Bruna picture book read in Dutch and another language by two native speakers at the nijntje museum.
A multi-sensory guided tour exploring fashion history, specially designed for blind and visually impaired visitors at the Centraal Museum in Utrecht.
Explore the Oude Hortus, a historic garden at the University Museum Utrecht, and learn about its remarkable plants and fascinating past.
A fortnightly tech café where makers work on hands-on projects. After a short introduction, participants dive into their own ideas or continue existing work.
VPRO's Tegenlicht hosts a meet-up where documentary clips and YouTube Specials spark conversation with guests and visitors about global developments.
A reading group where you practice Dutch together through books, discussion and conversation with fellow learners.
KunstKeet is an art workshop for children aged 6+ featuring 6 lessons per theme, culminating in a masterclass with a professional artist.
A meeting place for people with dyslexia, their loved ones, and anyone with a differently wired brain. Share experiences and ask questions in a supportive setting.
Free monthly digital skills workshop at Bibliotheek Overvecht with step-by-step guidance for beginners.
The Volksbuurtmuseum offers a presentation and guided tour of historic Wijk C with an expert guide.
An evening dedicated to Palestinian children, featuring interviews with expert guests and a performance by dancer Adam Dawoud.
Creative workshop for toddlers and preschoolers where children draw, paint and experiment with various materials.
Creative writing workshop for children aged 8-12 in the library where you invent characters, poems and stories.
An evening of poetry writing at Bibliotheek Neude, surrounded by books and fellow writers. Bring your unfinished poems or start something new.
A gathering where participants read aloud from world literature together and discover unexpected connections with each other.
A guided tour through Utrecht's former post office, now a library, exploring the building's history, artwork, and collection spaces.
Monthly gathering for haiku enthusiasts in Utrecht where participants write poetry together and share their work with one another.
Stories are read aloud in a warm setting where memories and conversation take centre stage. Free entry.
An informative evening about Burgerberaad: what it is, how it works, and what it means for the Kanaleneiland neighbourhood. Your ideas and experiences take centre stage.
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.
Energy Café at Bibliotheek Tuinwijk: meet energy ambassadors and local experts to discuss sustainable home improvements, green roofs, heat pumps and solar panels.
A cosy story time session for children aged 4 to 6 at Bibliotheek Zuilen, with no need to book ahead.
Explore the medieval attics of Utrecht's Domkerk on a 16-metre-high guided tour, with roof access on fine days.
A Saturday morning story session in Serbian for young children at Bibliotheek Neude in Utrecht.
Derek Ogilvie delivers a three-hour intimate spiritual show with messages from the spirit world in a lounge setting at Carlton President Hotel.
Guided tour through Bibliotheek Neude discovering hidden animals and stories, designed for children aged 4 to 7.
Portuguese-language story time for young children at Bibliotheek Neude. A warm, welcoming activity where toddlers and preschoolers enjoy stories read aloud.
A workshop exploring digital habits and phone use, where participants discuss ways to make meaningful changes in their relationship with technology.
An evening of discussion about the work and legacy of writer Jacqueline Harpman, featuring essayist Ibe Rossel, researcher Will Kranendonk, and literary scholar Agnes Andeweg.
Spanish storytelling session for children aged 4 to 8 at Bibliotheek Oog in Al, bringing stories to life in Spanish.
A community gathering in Kanaleneiland library exploring how to see, meet and support one another as part of the Week Against Loneliness.
Music class for toddlers aged 1-2 featuring singing, movement and play, led by Music for Every Child instructors.
Monthly digital skills workshop at Bibliotheek Kanaleneiland where you learn at your own pace and practice alongside others.
Introduction evening for students wanting to contribute to a better world. Meet like-minded peers and discover how you can make an impact.
Weekly English story time for children aged 4 to 8 at Bibliotheek Neude Utrecht.
A welcoming gathering for anyone curious about Dutch culture, customs and traditions, held regularly at the library.
English-language story time for children aged 4 to 8 featuring beautiful stories at the library.
A gathering for Portuguese literature enthusiasts in Utrecht where members celebrate their shared passion for reading.
Guided walk through Parkbos de Haar, a ten-year-old forest where Natuurmonumenten planted 70,000 trees. Witness the rapid growth of the woodland.
Tori Oso Utrecht hosts an interactive reading session for children featuring Surinamese cake. After the story, kids color a page from the book and enjoy a piece of traditional Surinamese cake.
Story time in Russian for toddlers and preschoolers at the library.
Neurospicy Club 030 is a meeting place for neurodivergent people where you connect with others who have ADHD, autism, or HSP and share experiences.
A course exploring five medieval female mystics from Hildegard of Bingen to Teresa of Avila. Five fortnightly sessions where you read texts together and discover how to stay open to life's mystery.
Two-day training on designing events that truly make an impact. Learn from experienced organisers how to plan a gathering your audience won't forget.
An evening exploring artistic thinking and action with Julian Hetzel, Prof. Dr. Maaike Bleeker and Dr. Patricia de Vries, emerging from the research project Der Lauf der Dinge.
A reading club for book lovers where participants meet to read together and share their passion for literature.
A reading club exploring diaspora literature with neighbors discussing books about migration, identity, and living between cultures.
An in-depth masterclass on Rekordbox professional DJ software for DJs looking to expand their technical skills.
A Restorative Café exploring restorative justice, human rights, and community connection with guest speakers.
Award ceremony for the Filter Translation Prizes, honouring outstanding literary translations and children's literature translations on International Translation Day.
Learn to crochet while exploring the political history of handicraft, feminism and resistance through an evening lecture and hands-on workshop.
Utrecht actors share their favourite children's books during Children's Book Week, with a chance to meet them and take photos afterwards.
Monthly workshop for beginners covering practical digital skills, from file management to safe internet use.
Children aged 4 to 8 enjoy stories read aloud in Arabic at Bibliotheek Overvecht.
Monthly gathering for Turkish-speaking book lovers who read and discuss a book together at Bibliotheek Kanaleneiland.
An interactive tour through the archaeological remains of Paleis Lofen, exploring how Utrecht developed into a major city in the 12th century.
A reading group where you practice Dutch by reading books and stories together, listening, speaking, and discussing with fellow learners.
A monthly book club meeting to discuss literary works about friendship, loss, and identity. All are welcome to participate.
A gathering place for Utrecht writers to share experiences and support each other, regardless of genre or skill level.
Children aged 4 to 8 gather at Bibliotheek Neude for an afternoon of stories read in Spanish, bringing the language to life through engaging tales.
Italian story time for toddlers and preschoolers, where children aged 2-6 listen to tales read aloud in a warm, welcoming setting.
A Tamil-language story time for young children at Bibliotheek Kanaleneiland in Utrecht.
The Indian Center hosts story time sessions for children aged 4-12, with each event featuring stories in a different Indian language.
Illustrator Harmen van Straaten reads and discusses his Children's Book Week picture book 'Herrie in de tent', with live drawing and interactive fun for kids aged 4+.
Celebration of 50 years of writing by Jacques Vriens, featuring a theatrical performance, career retrospective and book signing at Bibliotheek Neude Utrecht.
A guided tour through Bibliotheek Neude for children aged 8-12, exploring the building's past as a post office and solving riddles along the way.
Watch the recording of VPRO Boeken, where Lotje IJzermans interviews writers of literary fiction and non-fiction. Registration required.
Children's author Catoo presents her thrilling stories about animal welfare and nature conservation, inspired by her work in criminal investigation.
A Studium Generale lecture exploring the boundary between healthy skepticism and conspiracy thinking, featuring jurist Willeke Slingerland and historian Amanda de Lannoy.
A story-reading session in Tigrinya for children aged 4 to 8 at Bibliotheek Overvecht library.
Twelve young writers from Leidsche Rijn present their illustrated short story collection, the result of an intensive writing workshop.
A drawing workshop with nude models, music and drinks at De Nijverheid's warehouse. Sketch freely with pencil, charcoal or brush in a relaxed atmosphere.
A meetup for people interested in exploring social challenges through serious games while having fun together.
Children's Book Week event where Zarissa Windzak reads 'Adam Activist' and kids create their own message through writing, colouring or drawing.
A workshop exploring queer erotic writing through creative expression and literary perspectives on sexuality.
A group discussion about meaning and personal growth for adults, with a different theme each month.
Design your own pop-up cards with Hedy Tjin. Draw, cut and paste your story into a card of your choice.
Children's yoga instructor Deborah pairs picture books with yoga classes for ages 4-8 and their caregivers.
A unique blend of yoga and poetry: instructor Niki guides the class while poet Benzokarim performs verses between the poses.
Young writers share their own stories in a guided reading session hosted by Tim Schouten, part of Children's Book Week Spot aan!
Wardy Hamburg presents her book about her daughter Francesca, who was diagnosed with Ewing's sarcoma at age five. The book features Francesca's own drawings and tells her story from her perspective.
A guided walk through Utrecht discovering poems and texts on walls and pavements, explained by a Dutch language student.
A guided bird-watching walk on Haarzuilens estate with a forest ranger. Spot local bird species in their natural habitat.
A monthly discussion group for active older adults in Utrecht, where participants collectively choose the theme for each meeting.
A special Frontaal event examining community, care, and mutual support among young writers through an intersectional feminist lens.
Ivonne from Atelier Spat runs a monthly card and envelope-making workshop at Bibliotheek Neude in Utrecht.
A tarot reading session where you discover the meaning of the cards and explore the influences currently at play in your life.
Blauw Gras publishing house hosts a talk-show afternoon featuring authors like Isabelle Kafando and Lisa Weeda discussing their new books.
A workshop for children exploring the benefits of outdoor play and nature, led by author Maartje Kouwen.
A Sunday morning session blending a picture book with guided yoga movements for children aged 4 to 8.
Three scholars explore how emotions like anger, hope and empathy increasingly shape political decision-making and what this means for democracy.
Tieke Masfar reads the story of Louis Paraplouis aloud, then children craft their own lucky charm.
Learn to draw Dog Man and his friends step by step in this hands-on workshop designed for children aged 7 and up.
Tieke Masfar reads from the children's book Louis Paraplouis, then kids make their own lucky charm.
Four-part philosophy course on William James and spirituality, led by philosopher Annerieke Bakker. Explore how religious experiences give meaning to our lives.
Create your own clay candlestick in this hands-on workshop. No experience required; all are welcome to join and connect with others.
A workshop on grief and support: learn how to be present for someone who has lost a loved one and understand the processes people experience after loss.
An evening exploring grief and solace through two photo exhibitions, poetry by Maud Vanhauwaert, and music by Hilde Konings at Bibliotheek Neude in Utrecht.
A reading club exploring grief through literature, led by writer Lena Bril. Select a book, read it at home, then discuss how the theme of grief emerges in your choice.
Themed guided tour at the Centraal Museum for blind and visually impaired visitors, focusing on women in the collection.
Children's yoga instructor Deborah pairs picture books with yoga lessons for ages 4-8 and their grown-ups at the library.
Author Floor Paul reads from her book and discusses comfort with children, then they craft a memory tree together.
Creative workshop for teens (14-17) exploring grief and loss through collage-making, led by artist Barbara van Beers and grief coach Manja Litjens.
Jannet Vermeulen-Stulen teaches you how to turn your personal experiences into a bookmark and a simple poem, drawing inspiration from her book 'BLIJVEN GAAN ons land rond over een weg vol poëzie'.
Guided walk through the Voedselbos of Haarzuilens, discovering edible plants and culinary finds hidden in the landscape.
Interactive workshop exploring algorithms and information bubbles. Discover how your personalized online experience diverges from what others see.
Interactive workshop teaching you to identify fake images, deepfakes and misleading information, and to tell fact from fiction.
A creative writing workshop where culinary techniques inspire writing methods. Join the Writing Café for an afternoon of hands-on wordcraft.
Five-part writing workshop series exploring what 'feeling at home' means, led by Brenda van Dam and Marion Lommers. Each Wednesday in November and December, discover this theme from different perspectives in a small, safe group.
Restorative Café exploring emotional recovery and restorative justice through conversations with speakers on victim-offender mediation, community conferences, and peer mediation.
Deirdre Carasso and Menno Hurenkamp investigate why people are drawn to strong leaders and how authoritarian seduction takes hold.
Workshop for teenagers (14-17) exploring grief and loss through creative practice with artist Barbara van Beers and grief coach Manja Litjens, using cyanotype photography techniques.
A workshop for teens (14-17) exploring grief and loss through creative expression with ecoline, guided by an artist and grief coach.
Workshop for parents on guiding children through grief and emotional challenges to build resilience.
Culinary journalist Hiske Versprille leads a workshop on writing about restaurants and food, inspired by Herman Koch's novel "Het diner".
Author Herman Koch discusses his novel 'The Dinner' with Ruth Bergmans on the closing day of the national reading month.
An evening of inspiring stories and positive news from Utrecht, shared through rapid-fire short presentations at this interactive Pechakucha Night event.
Free coding session for ages 7-17. Build websites, create apps and programs, or explore games and robots.
A children's workshop where you create your own song lyrics from text fragments in books. For ages 8 to 12.
Last 100 events that already happened.
A reading event in Frisian at Bibliotheek Hallum as part of the Les-Mar-Foar-Wiken programme.
Senia hosts two information sessions about their new reading and listening clubs for French and English books and music.
An art history course exploring the female nude across centuries, from classical Venus to the femme fatale archetype.
An information session on online safety with practical advice for protecting your devices, creating strong passwords, and spotting fraud.
Learn how to safely manage your finances independently using Rabobank's Mobile Banking App in this practical workshop for beginners.
Free 20-week Dutch language course covering reading, listening, writing and speaking skills.
A creative writing workshop where you capture personal stories in fragments. No experience needed, everyone is welcome.
Free morning gathering where you read and discuss the newspaper with others. Part of the Week of Reading and Writing.
Free coffee and conversation about the daily news during the Week of Reading and Writing. Reading and discussing together makes newspaper language more accessible.
Join a daily newspaper reading and discussion group at 10:00. Newspaper language becomes more accessible when you read and talk about it together - free and no registration needed.
Criminologist Jurjen Boorsma explores how artificial intelligence is reshaping the legal system, from court procedures to ethical challenges.
Two-day resuscitation course for adults, taught by a certified instructor from the Dutch Resuscitation Council.
Practical training for over-65s to travel independently by bus and public transport. Practice in a real bus with expert guidance and Q&A.
Short two-hour workshops on various digital topics. Free entry on 3 September in Made.
Learn how to take better photos with your smartphone in this hands-on workshop, covering composition and lighting.
Information session on funding opportunities in Horizon Europe Health at the University of Twente.
Free daily newspaper reading and discussion at 10:00 during the Week of Reading and Writing.
Free morning coffee session where you read and discuss the daily newspaper together. Part of the Week of Reading and Writing in Waddinxveen.
Join a daily newspaper reading and discussion group at the library during the Week of Reading and Writing. Free drop-in sessions every weekday at 10:00.
Official launch of cocreatieggz.nl, a co-creation platform for mental health care professionals and stakeholders, at the University of Twente.
Interactive workshop on clear communication for professionals, featuring practical exercises and insights into the importance of plain language.
A drawing workshop by SamenSterk at Kubiek where sketching becomes a means of personal expression.
Guided walking tour of Zwolle's historic centre, exploring the Hanseatic city's rich cultural heritage.
A lecture on art nouveau architecture in The Hague and the vanished buildings in this style that once graced the city.
Morning storytelling in Dutch for anyone who enjoys language stories at the Atrium Den Haag.
A guided walking tour through Groningen starting from the Grote Markt. Discover the city's history and highlights.
A participatory evening in Tynaarlo where you can share your ideas and vision for the future of De Groeve.
Pottery workshop at MODDR - Atelier van de Aarde in Putten, currently fully booked until September.
Guided Street Art tour through Eindhoven on foot or by bike, discovering the city's most impressive murals and graffiti with stories behind each piece.
A 3-hour guided tour of the Brainport Region of Eindhoven exploring technology, creativity, and innovation by bus or bicycle.
A professional guide leads you through Eindhoven's city centre in 90 minutes, sharing stories about the city's history and highlights.
A guided walk through Strijp-S, Eindhoven's former Philips factory site, exploring its industrial heritage and modern transformation.
Guided autumn excursion with Sebastiaan from Wildwise to experience the rutting calls of red deer on the Veluwe.
Explore the hidden natural world of Media Park in Hilversum on a guided expedition through the green space behind the broadcasting studios.
A book presentation on fertility featuring music and personal stories, exploring what we know about our bodies.
Guided tour of Hilversum Town Hall, Dudok's architectural masterpiece, including a climb to the top of the 47-meter tower.
Learn to draw and paint in the distinctive style of Hundertwasser, the Austrian artist celebrated for his vibrant, organic shapes and imaginative approach to form.
A creative workshop where you design your own collage cards using paper and colours.
Explore the historic ship De Nicolaas in Brouwershaven with guided tours that showcase the region's maritime heritage.
Explore Appingedam's history on a guided city walk, with the option to visit historic churches or the synagogue.
A free guided walk through Fraeylemaborg park with architectural historian Valentijn Carbo and forest ranger Marieke Schatteleijn.
Drawing and painting classes for children aged 7-14 at LNA in Almere, Tuesday to Saturday. Kids learn to work with various materials and develop their artistic skills and creativity.
Monthly workshop for children aged 7+ using Osmo, Ozobot and Lego to learn programming through hands-on play.
A guided walk through Nijmegen's historic centre, visiting six key sites in the founding story of N.E.C. football club.
A local history society explores seven centuries of the Swan Brothers, a medieval brotherhood with deep roots in the region.
IVN leads a guided nature walk through Zeewolde's countryside with expert guides.
Creative workshops in tufting, mosaics, ceramics and punch needling for all ages, available for individuals or groups.
Guided tour through the fortress town of Woudrichem, exploring its history and architectural heritage.
A lecture on the Viertorenkerk of Midwolda, a medieval symbol of the Oldambt region, at Ennemaborg Visitor Centre.
A guided evening walk through the Kampina forest to spot bats in their natural habitat with an expert guide.
Artist Iris Le Rütte presents a lecture on her exhibition 'Everything Changes, Nothing Perishes', exploring metamorphosis through sculpture, drawing and poetry.
Author Femme van den Berg presents her latest book and meets readers at Hall of Fame.
Walter Gerritsen Van der Hoop explores the history of Rotterdam's Maashaven, from excavation in 1896 through the development of harbour businesses and residential areas. Free lecture during Open Monumentendagen.
Guided tour of Grenswerk, a former border post in Venlo with a rich history on the Dutch-German border.
Coffee with Tim Stoter, frontman of Herfshane Band, at Stadsbibliotheek Venlo. Coffee and tea included.
Ineke Strouken explores the origins and significance of festive and life-cycle traditions such as birthdays, Christmas and Easter, marking the library's 110th anniversary.
Guided walk through the Molenplas nature reserve in Stevensweert with expert guides showing you the area's highlights during Open Monumentendag.
The Caribbean Book Club discusses Xillan Macrooy's debut novel, a story about a Black queer boy coming of age in Suriname.
Explore Surinamese food culture, traditional healing practices and sustainable farming through talks and a shared brunch.
Koorschool Noord-Limburg invites children aged 7 to 13 to a workshop where they sing together and discover the possibilities of their voice.
A guided historical café tour through Nijmegen on Open Monumentendag, departing at 12:00 or 14:30 from the Grote Markt.
The Thriller Reading Club Gouda discusses Freida McFadden's psychological thriller 'The Intruder'. Free to attend.
A guided walk through Park Uithof and De Hoven in Almere, featuring stories about the city's history and live music. Two starting times: 11:00 and 11:30.
Guided walk exploring the remains of the German Teerose radio station on Veluwezoom, a hidden piece of WWII heritage in the landscape.
A guided early-morning walk through Veluwezoom forest, where you experience nature waking up at sunrise.
Hans te Loo presents a lecture on the 82nd Airborne Division's role during Operation Market Garden in September 1944 around Nijmegen.
Guided tour of the historic Trompenburgh estate, featuring its architecture, gardens and fascinating past.
Learn botanical drawing techniques using beach finds as your subject in this Hilversum workshop.
A lecture exploring the history of the distinctive country estates that define 's-Graveland, presented at the Bezoekerscentrum Gooi en Vechtstreek.
A lecture tracing Zeist's evolution from traditional service shops to supermarkets, examining the city's changing retail landscape.
A guided writing session where you set goals, write with focus, and reflect on your progress. Open to anyone working on a book, essay, thesis, or other writing project.
A writing café for participants in National Writing Month, where writers meet and support each other while working on their first book.
A philosophical lecture examining the tension between beauty and goodness. Does aesthetic enjoyment alone satisfy, or is there something more?
Astronaut André Kuipers shares his experiences from space missions and discusses the history of moon landings at the Rijksmuseum Boerhaave.
Guided tours of Veendam's historic town hall, featuring the original 1878 structure and a 1913 facade redesign.
A programme on Caribbean literature and history, part of the Caribbean Letters Caravan, at Forum Groningen.
Free guided tour of Het Witte Kasteel in Loon op Zand on Open Monuments Day, with access to the castle and surrounding grounds.
Ascend the Domtoren, the Netherlands' highest church tower, and explore more than 700 years of history with a knowledgeable guide.
A guided walk through historic IJsselstein, visiting the key sites that showcase over 700 years of fortification history.
A guided tour through 2,000 years of history at Domplein: visit the Domkerk, explore DOMunder, walk through Paleis Lofen, and climb the Domtoren.
A guided walk through the highlights of the fortified city of IJsselstein, perfect for discovering the town's character.
A programme at the ENCI quarry exploring the history of this Maastricht site, from prehistoric times to its current status as a national and municipal monument.
Alexander Tuinhout recounts the history of a Lancaster bomber that crashed near Warten, a significant aviation heritage site in Friesland.
Guided tour combining a museum visit and walk through the historic Hembrug industrial site, featuring buildings, artefacts and personal stories.
A lecture on the historical and cultural importance of church towers in the Netherlands, their function as landmarks and architectural heritage.
Free guided tour of the Nachtboot 1: MARE exhibition, every Friday morning at Museum Dr8888.
IVN nature guides lead a walk teaching you to experience nature through all your senses.
A guided walk through the historical monuments and landmarks of the fortified city of IJsselstein.
Artist Inderjeet Sandhu discusses his work and the HuisRAAD exhibition at Stedelijk Museum Alkmaar.
Guided walk through Vlaardingen's Rivierzone neighbourhood, discovering its history and distinctive waterfront architecture.
Two lectures in the Maria Onbevlekt Ontvangenkerk in Leerdam, part of the Glas Leeft! programme exploring glass and culture.
An art lecture exploring the life and work of Yayoi Kusama, the renowned Japanese artist famous for her iconic polka-dot patterns and immersive installations.
William-Alexander's book is launched at studio Wilma Vissers in Groningen.
An informative afternoon about natural burial at Laude natural burial ground in Sellingen.
Journalist and writer Stevo Akkerman gives the Preek van de Leek, a lecture in Groningen.
Dhyan Tjebbe Westendorp explores how ancient civilizations observed the heavens and interpreted what they saw in the stars.
British author Matt Haig presents his work at Theater aan het Spui. Known for bestsellers including 'Reasons to Stay Alive' and 'The Midnight Library'.
Family excursion where you learn about bats and then go out to spot them in their natural habitat.
Opening celebration of the Iranian Community KeuzeKast featuring Iranian stories, literature, poetry and music. Journalist Mina Etemad discusses her book, Mehrnaz Salehi recites poetry and musician Mazis performs.
Henk Buijks explores the hydraulic heritage of the Beersche Overlaat, examining what this historic flood zone reveals about resilience and adaptation in the face of water management challenges.
