Willemeen is a pop venue and cultural hub in Arnhem, housed in a former industrial building on the banks of the Rhine. It hosts live music, club nights and cultural events alongside a café-restaurant. The raw industrial setting and waterside location give it a distinct character among the city's stages.
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Peanut Butter Goldfish celebrates their EP release with an evening of raw post-punk opera, supported by the chaotic indie rock of Goodnightmars and the psychedelic garage rock of Portray.
Cosmosh and Belgian crew Space Invaderz bring a dubstep night with heavy drops and filthy wubs to Willemeen in Arnhem.
Het Stenen Tijdperk II brings together three rock bands: legendary Candybar Planet (returning after years away), fuzzrock trio Baardvader, and fuzzy heavy stoner rock band Desert Colossus.
Untergang II is a gothic dance night with dj M.N.A.S.H. and dj Vleertje spinning industrial, darkwave, EBM and gothic. Everyone from Elder Goth to Baby Bat is welcome.
Swedish medieval folk band Apocalypse Orchestra brings their exclusive Dutch show to Arnhem, supported by Swiss folk-black act Morgarten and Danish folk-metal band Trold.
Kryptograf, a Bergen-based heavy rock band with international acclaim, performs at Willemeen with Enslaved drummer Iver Sandøy. Support: Gallon.
Gambian DJ Fireman brings roots reggae and conscious anthems to Willemeen. A night of wisdom and positive vibes, strictly for adults.
The Accüsed, the legendary Seattle crossover thrash/punk band, returns to Europe after 15 years with a 40th-anniversary tour. Joined by Arnhem's Novelization and the chaotic punk/nu-metal outfit Shitman from Ede.
NÉVOA brings Brazilian funk and dancefloor energy with DJ MED, with proceeds supporting Stichting Aloha's youth centre in Brazil.
French post-punk band Pisse performs in Arnhem.
IKIGAI Vol.4 brings Japanese band 14th Generation Toilet Hanako-san to Arnhem with a chaotic blend of punk, rock and metal, supported by Satanic Punish and Oguma Ayame.
UNDERWORLD 10th Edition Anniversary: a hardcore celebration featuring FERRA, DESTROYED, OIRAD, HELLCREATOR, BENZO, CROSSPHASER, THE HITMAN, SPEACKO, MISSBEHAVE and MARAX in Arnhem.
Underworld #10 brings nine DJs and producers together for an electronic night at WillemEen.
King Dude returns to the Netherlands for an evening of dark folk and experimental music at Willemeen, with Erscheinung opening.
British thrash metal legends Onslaught return with original vocalist Sy Keeler, supported by German thrash act The Prophecy 23 and Toranaga UK.
The legendary West Coast hip-hop trio Tha Alkaholiks returns to Willemeen with heavy beats, sharp lyricism and pure hip-hop energy.
Dunter Flinn celebrates their new single with experimental pop and hypnotic visuals, supported by Clifford's lounge-indierock.
Techno Factory returns to Arnhem with Wim Wixx, Laura Charlier, and JANCEN on the bill. Pre-sales are moving fast, so secure your ticket early.
Panel discussion on pornography with sex worker and activist Yvette Leurs, quiz and drinks reception. For adults.
London streetpunk legends Booze & Glory return with new material and an expanded line-up, supported by Doc Rotten.
A celebration of DJ Jaman featuring Afrobeats, Dancehall and Amapiano, with guest performances by E.N.C and Benjahmin Ceesay at Willemeen.
Wasted Youth Club celebrates the release of their album 'Frantic Living' with live music, art exhibitions and DJ sets in their hometown Arnhem.
Sparta, the legendary post-hardcore band from Texas, plays alongside Norwegian power trio Hammok in Arnhem.
Three symphonic metal bands from Switzerland, France and Germany deliver an evening of orchestral grandeur, emotion and power. Deep Sun plays exclusively in the Netherlands.
A Halloween night of emo, noise and fuzz rock: Bony Macaroni, Bongloard and Snow Coats play exclusive sets and covers, everyone comes in costume.
The second edition of Arnhem Deathfest brings Dutch metalcore and death metal bands together, featuring Korpse, Izegrim, Necrotesque and Burial.
UOTJ brings Junglism #4 back to Willemeen in Arnhem with a Halloween theme. Six jungle acts perform and there's a costume contest.
Techno Factory and ZERØCHILL present a night of deep, raw and hypnotic techno with Cardoso, Inez Akker, Marc Mescola, ØRSHE and RUL3.
Techno Factory at WillemEen with DJs CARDØSØ, Inez Akker, Marc Mescola, ØRSHE and RUL3.
A Halloween adventure combining an urban puzzle hunt with a DJ party: solve codes across Arnhem, collect fragments, and dance to 80s, 90s and 00s hits with DJ Vleertje.
Halloween party at Willemeen with 80s, 90s and 00s hits from DJ Vleertje, visuals by VJ Erik and a costume contest. A night of mad experiments and dimensional chaos.
Exclusive black metal night featuring Destruction Ritual (France), Sanctvs (Canada), and Lvthn (Belgium) in Arnhem. A rare chance to experience three bands from different underground traditions.
The Obsessed, the legendary stonerdoom band of Scott 'Wino' Weinrich, performs their cult classic 'The Church Within' in full - heavy, raw Black Sabbath worship.
Chali 2na, co-founder of Jurassic 5, performs with The Jon Gang live band at Willemeen. This is his exclusive Dutch appearance.
Back Alley Ritual presents three metal bands: Swedish Sorcery (40 years active), Irish Cutthroat, and Sons Of Snakes with their debut demo.
Bragolin and Adam Tristar bring their dark, electronic sound to Willemeen. Two projects that blend post-punk, synth and horror aesthetics.
Progressive death metal evening featuring Changeling (the project of Tom Geldschläger), Obsidian Tide and Demichron at Willemeen.
Emo Night Mainland brings the classics of Good Charlotte, My Chemical Romance and Fall Out Boy back to Willemeen. An evening of 00's emo, pop punk and metalcore for those who haven't traded in their skinny jeans yet.
Diary Of Doom is a late-night club event at Willemeen spinning gabba, acidcore, french hardcore and terror.
Three dark, poetic acts take the stage: Blood and Sun (darkfolk from the US), Society of the Silver Cross (neo-folk/yogic metal from Seattle) and Linnea Hjertén (Swedish folk-ambient). An evening of spiritual intensity and mythic worlds.
Hardwired meets Loophole brings techno, acid and hardcore together on the dancefloor at Willemeen. A night of vinyl with Collision, Vexer and Robbers on the Hardwired side and Ouwe Jongens Acid Brood for the acid sets.
Sugar Spine performs at Willemeen in Arnhem.
American rapper Brother Ali brings his only Dutch show to Arnhem, delivering sharp lyrics on identity and social justice with a warm, commanding stage presence.
A late-night electronic dance party at Willemeen that runs into the early hours of the morning.
Bragolin performs at Willemeen in Arnhem.
Techno night with three DJs: British Odintyr, German Runeneck, and local Nachtdier at Willemeen.
Late-night party at Willemeen with music running into the early hours.
Electronic music and experimental sounds with Ondergang III and German act Die Tödin at Willemeen.
Straight From The Underground unites two generations of hardcore sound: Next-Gen Hardcore on the Mainstage and classic 90's gabber on vinyl in the Ravecave. 18+ only.
Two American heavy metal bands bring their 1980s-inspired sound to Arnhem: High Spirits and Savage Master, featuring raw riffs and theatrical energy.
Three metal bands from Arnhem: Mouflon presents their third album 'Eros and Thanatos', Stentorian reunites for a comeback show, and Arteria performs their set.
Fatboi Sharif, the experimental hip-hop artist from New Jersey, brings his intense live shows to Arnhem with support from Gully Guver.
Lucy Kruger & The Lost Boys bring dark art-pop with post-punk and folk, supported by Skate Bush. An evening for fans of PJ Harvey and Nick Cave.
A ceramics workshop for young people where you'll learn to work with clay under Marloes' guidance and create your own piece. All materials included, with the option to glaze your work later. Board games also available.
A global dance party celebrating world music from Balkan to Korean hip-hop, with live darbuka performances by Joseph Alabdullah throughout the night.
The Texan trio Ak'chamel delivers a hallucinatory live show of rituals, psychedelic music and physical theatre in handmade costumes and masks.
Two Japanese artists: Yurapico, an independent musician from Tokyo with roots in idol groups, and Garuda, known for her industrial sound and striking stage presence.