576 events for the next 18 months
GRID Grafisch Museum showcases graphic design from the 1980s in an exhibition that feels unexpectedly contemporary.
A celebration of five years of Stadsgalerie, the artist-run gallery collective in Groningen.
A guided bike tour through Groningen where you explore the city on two wheels and discover its highlights.
De Filmclub hosts a film evening at the Grand Theatre in Groningen.
Free guided walk through Groningen tracing the history of slavery and discrimination across centuries.
Team up to program a LEGO Mindstorms robot in this hands-on workshop. Every Wednesday at Wonderland, free to join.
Morning programme for babies and toddlers featuring a story reading and playtime.
City poet Jaimy Hindriks presents Literary Café Rilke with four poets reciting Rilke's work and poems inspired by him.
Monthly Flanor lecture featuring writer Yael van der Wouden on Tuesday, September 8 at Forum Groningen.
Free beginner course teaching computer and internet skills.
Dutch pop singer Merol performs at SPOT Groningen.
Los Pirañas, a Colombian instrumental supergroup, delivers an explosive blend of champeta, afrobeat, cumbia and chicha with chaotic energy and irresistible grooves.
Rising Rotterdam rapper Lostboyshawty blends trap, plug and R&B with inventive flows and melodic sensibility, building momentum with his independent releases and collaborations.
Michael Prins performs at De Oosterpoort in Groningen.
The Meltdown performs on Halloween night at SPOT Groningen.
VERA's groovy dance night featuring Pushin Wood Soundsystem spinning b2b sets of afrobeat, Latin, cumbia and global grooves.
Havana Halloween brings Latin and urban music together with DJs Dior, Latu and Valsbezig at Huize Maas.
Tribute show celebrating the music of Dire Straits at Martinihal in Groningen.
Kemistry presents an all-night electronic set by Mees Salomé at Stadslab. A full night of dance music in Groningen.
Canadian experimental rock duo Angine de Poitrine delivers asymmetrical, dissonant music with microtonal guitar and pulsating rhythms.
Scottish folk-rock band Breabach performs their energetic take on traditional music with modern influences at SPOT Groningen.
Kenyan-Australian hip-hop and R&B artist Brazen Barbie brings her confident, playful style to Groningen. With tracks like 'CHECK' and 'DON'T TALK', she combines sharp lyricism with themes of independence and femininity.
Scottish folk band Breabach performs traditional and contemporary music at De Oosterpoort.
Bo Tarenskeen and Het Nationale Theater explore Indonesia's founding father Soekarno through a play that examines the conflict between national unity and democratic fragility.
The Roël Calister Ensemble performs Afro-Curaçaoan rhythms and melodies in a concert filled with compelling narratives.
Professional cyclist Bauke Mollema reflects on his nearly two decades in the sport during a live evening with In de Waaier.
Anne Marie Zuidema performs at DOT in Groningen.
Profound Play presents 'Play Café', a theatre performance at the Grand Theatre in Groningen.
Fresku performs new compositions and reimagined versions of his tracks alongside the Metropole Orkest in a special collaboration.
The Fatal Flowers perform their show 'Seven Days To Remember' in Groningen. This Dutch guitar rock band blends new wave with American influences.
Hans Vroomans performs at SPOT Groningen.
Plien and Bianca return with their hilarious revue 'Harrekidee!', featuring a parade of funny characters.
Belgian metal band Hippotraktor brings their new album 'Annihilist' to Groningen. Post-metal with polyrhythmic grooves and atmospheric passages.
Mime artist Jochem Stavenuiter and Pynarello present a theatrical performance exploring masks, identity, and transformation.
Pynarello performs at SPOT Groningen.
NITE's 'Oersoep' is a contemporary passion play that brings raw emotion and intensity to the stage in Groningen.
Comedy talent Marie Koet tries out her new show Eindspel, fresh from being hailed as 2026's breakthrough comedian.
The Noord Nederlands Orkest performs classical and contemporary works in Groningen.
A queer electropop musical with a campy edge, blending art and kitsch in a bold theatrical experience.
Pianist Pieter Savenberg performs at the Evangelisch-Lutherse Kerk in Groningen.
A club night at Vera Groningen featuring electronic music and dancing.
Jip Smit blends nerdy fantasy theatre, physical comedy and biting satire in this third instalment of Motherland.
Temples from Kettering bring neo-psychedelic pop with electronic influences to VERA. Support from PAUW, a psychedelic rock band from Haaksbergen.
Amsterdam rock quartet Queen's Pleasure plays their farewell concert in Groningen. After a decade of sold-out tours and festival appearances, the band is disbanding after this final club tour.
TakeRoot celebrates its 28th year at De Oosterpoort with performances by Willow Avalon, American Aquarium, and The Del Fuegos.
The Homesick from Dokkum blends post-punk, new wave and experimental pop into inventive, danceable alternative music. The Dutch trio is known for constantly reinventing its sound.
Diggy Dex explores life's big and small questions in his search for happiness.
Club night at Simplon with dancing until the early hours.
TakeRoot is a Groningen music festival where singer-songwriters and bands share their personal stories with authenticity and passion.
A raw-comic theatre production based on Frans Kellendonk's acclaimed novel, directed by Koen Verheijden.
Sunday afternoon creative workshop for children: design your own wrapping paper at the Kinderwerkplaats.
Soul and R&B artist Macy Gray brings her The Trouble With The Truth Tour to Groningen.
A musical adventure for children aged 8 and up featuring Mus and Captain Kwaadbaard.
A meetup for home automation and IoT enthusiasts of all levels, from newcomers to seasoned experts.
A heroic dance performance by MAN || CO & House of Nouws exploring teamwork, humour and ambition, designed for children aged 6 and up.
Violinist Simone Lamsma and pianist Jonathan Fournel present a classical concert at De Oosterpoort.
Caro presents her raw and sensual performance 'Returning to Innocence' at Stadsschouwburg Groningen.
The University of Groningen presents its guest writer for 2026/2027: Babs Gons. Journalist Aldith Hunkar interviews the poet and spoken-word artist about her work and creative influences.
A hands-on workshop where children aged 6+ learn how to repair items and discover the importance of sustainability.
Irish singer-songwriter Gavin James performs with his band at De Oosterpoort. An evening of intense, pure music and a captivating voice.
Tangarine presents a musical evening of camaraderie and surprises at Stadsschouwburg Groningen.
A course exploring classical music history and the great composers, held in Groningen.
Two Austin bands with shared members reunite: Shearwater and Loma perform together after years away from live shows, with Any Kind opening.
Iris Hond and Kamerata Zuid perform compositions by Ludovico Einaudi at De Oosterpoort.
Irish folk and Americana artist Niall McCabe performs at the Lutherse Kerk in Groningen.
Watch the Noord Nederlands Orkest rehearse a piano piece with playful, dance-inspired passages in this open rehearsal session.
Jakop Ahlbom Company and ISH Dance Collective present the hilarious dance performance A Fine Mess at Stadsschouwburg.
Eva Eikhout presents an energetic theatre lecture packed with humour and self-deprecating wit.
Danish singer-songwriter Tina Dico showcases her latest album at this intimate concert.
American rock band Supersuckers brings their signature blend of rock-'n'-roll and garage rock to VERA. A regular fixture in Groningen for three decades.
The Northern Dutch Orchestra brings iconic film scores to life in a live concert at De Oosterpoort.
The Black Atlantic performs intimate, innovative folk at A-Theater Groningen as part of their 'Work In The Dark' tour.
Roufaida presents her breakthrough album 'Coming Up For Air' in an intimate acoustic version at the Lutherse Kerk.
NO CIGAR, a five-piece psychedelic rock band from New Zealand, brings their biggest European tour yet to Simplon.
British duo Nordic Giants performs live soundtracks to short films with post-rock, electric guitar and piano. A visual and sonic spectacle with L.O.E. as support.
Rotterdam artist Rijck combines sharp lyrics with flamboyant style, blending uptempo beats and catchy pop samples into a distinctive sound.
Recirquel merges circus acrobatics with contemporary dance in this spectacular show of movement and artistic virtuosity.
An evening of jazz featuring Al di Meola, Nate Smith, Tigran Hamasyan, Kurt Elling and Yellowjackets, presented by Rockit at De Oosterpoort.
DOODSESKADER brings their experimental blend of sludge, grunge and hip-hop to VERA, featuring their latest album The Change Is Me. Eigen Risico also performs.
Irish rock band Big Sleep brings their raw, energetic sound to Groningen. Formed through chance encounters and underground performances, they deliver their debut album 'Holy Show' live.
Rockit is a Groningen festival blending progressive jazz with experimental pop, rock and contemporary classical music across multiple venues.
Gruppo Sportivo performs the classic tracks from Stop Motion during their farewell tour marking their 50th anniversary.
Dutch pop artist Noor performs with honest songwriting and a vulnerable, powerful vocal style.
A collaboration between three theatre companies presenting a production that Dagblad van het Noorden named one of the year's best.
Irish rap group Kneecap performs at De Oosterpoort in Groningen.
Early James brings roots-rock with a Tom Waits-tinged twist and Alabama soul to De Oosterpoort.
Jan Martens' acclaimed theatrical work 'The Dog Days Are Over 2.0' returns in a fresh production by Grip.
Kokoroko brings danceable jazz and afrobeat to De Oosterpoort.
British singer-songwriter Blair Davie performs at De Oosterpoort. An emerging talent with a distinctive voice.
Ferocious Dog from the UK brings Celtic folk-punk with wide-ranging influences, supported by Groningen's McScallywag and their blend of bluegrass, Balkan music and punk rock.
LEVI.SCT fuses classical music with hip-hop, house, trap and salsa in a genre-blending performance.
The Noord Nederlands Orkest performs a piano concerto in Groningen.
Belgian singer-songwriter Iskander Moon blends classical piano technique with warm pop-rock. An evening of richly orchestrated songs influenced by Tom Odell, Coldplay and Bach.
Emerging cabaret talents compete in the semi-final of the 40th Groninger Studenten Cabaret Festival for a spot in the final.
Baritone Thomas Oliemans performs world-famous songs from Brel to Bennett, accompanied by pianists Cor Bakker and Bert van den Brink.
LAWN reunites after sixteen years with a homecoming show at VERA Groningen, supported by Leeuwarder alt-rock band MOMSNAME.
The North Netherlands Orchestra performs Rachmaninoff's Paganini Rhapsody with pianist Alexei Volodin.
My Darling Clementine brings country, soul and Americana to A-Theater. An evening of warm, roots-oriented music.
Desire and Johnny Jewel bring their electronic synthpop to Simplon. The Canadian-American band blends film, fashion and fantasy with dancefloor music, featuring French and English vocals over Italo and synthwave sounds.
Dutch alt-pop artist Froukje performs at De Oosterpoort with support from Jaïr Faria.
Adult DVD returns to VERA's main stage with their chaotic post-punk-rave sound, supported by Rotterdam's Smudged.
Pitou takes the stage at De Oosterpoort with FEMI as support, blending folk, classical and experimental pop.
Dutch R&B and afrobeats artist Delany performs with her personal, energetic live presence. Her new album arrives in November 2026.
Dutch folk-pop band Jack and the Weatherman performs at De Oosterpoort in Groningen on 20 November.
The final of the 40th Groninger Studenten Cabaret Festival showcases rising cabaret performers at the Stadsschouwburg.
Leenalchi, a South Korean ensemble led by composer Jang Young Gyu, reimagines the ancient pansori storytelling tradition as bass-driven indie rock with psychedelic and cinematic textures.
Dutch artist Isabèl Usher blends pop, hip-hop and house with introspective songwriting.
Bartofso (also known as Akkabouz) is a rapper from The Hague with a distinctive voice and the ability to switch effortlessly between languages and flows. With hits like 'RS', 'Extreem' and '50 Cent', he has accumulated millions of streams.
Free Your Mind Festival is a cultural festival in Groningen featuring music, art, and performances.
Gotu Jim performs a melancholic mix of house, trap and emo at De Oosterpoort.
Electronic music night at Simplon. Dance until dawn.
Metal concert featuring Critical Defiance, DET, and Headless Hunter at Walrus.
Belgian rock band Triggerfinger performs at De Oosterpoort with fresh new work.
Bert Visscher and the Noordpool String Quartet deliver an evening of absurd humour, idiotic scenes and beautiful songs in Groningen.
The final of the International Student LiedDuo Competition, a prestigious contest for vocal and piano duos.
The Soweto Gospel Choir performs JOY, a musical celebration of harmony, freedom and hope at Stadsschouwburg Groningen.
Combattimento performs Vivaldi's Four Seasons alongside works by Durante at this classical concert.
French psychedelic rockers SLIFT headline with Canadian experimental trio Yoo Doo Right. Heavy fuzz riffs, cosmic textures and walls of noise.
K-otic celebrates their 25th anniversary with a performance at De Oosterpoort.
Irish singer-songwriter Luka Bloom performs his acoustic repertoire at Stadsschouwburg Groningen.
French post-metal/post-rock quartet Lost in Kyiv performs in Groningen with their latest album 'We're All Going to Be Fine', heavier and more direct than ever.
Myrte Siebinga performs her stand-up show 'Gelukkig maar' in Groningen. A comedy performance showcasing exceptional comic talent.
Claudia de Breij hosts the official New Year's Eve Conference 2026 at Stadsschouwburg Groningen.
Groningen's Steebs Method blends jazz harmonies with boom-bap hip-hop and philosophical lyrics. Fronted by STEEBY, the band performs intricate compositions and virtuosic solos.
The Noord Nederlands Orkest plays beloved anime soundtracks with choir and soprano in an evening of recognizable melodies.
The Dutch Chamber Choir performs Rachmaninov's Vespers, a masterpiece of Russian choral music in an intimate setting.
Cellist and vocalist Hadewych van Gent performs a lunchtime concert combining classical strings and voice.
Shantel and his Bucovina Club Soundsystem deliver an explosive blend of Balkan pop, global bass and Turkish psych. A dancefloor journey through Southeast Europe and the Middle East.
Flemming performs Dutch-language pop with fresh, catchy songs at De Oosterpoort.
Wrest brings Edinburgh indie rock with poetic lyrics and driven guitars. The Scottish band plays on 27 November at Simplon.
Timebox plays British rock classics from the 1960s and early 1970s at De Oosterpoort.
Alternative club night with live band and DJ spinning emo classics and recent indie-rock tracks, plus arcade games and a lively crowd.
The National Theatre's 'Meeuw' explores the dynamics and shared moments between two generations in this theatrical production.
Two Dutch music legends, JP Den Tex and Tineke Schoemaker, perform a blues evening together at De Oosterpoort.
FACED brings a Schranz night with RYX and DIVERGENT live at Fixy. An evening of techno and electronic energy.
A celebration of pub nights with sing-alongs, stories and friends. The inaugural edition of this new Groningen tradition happens on 27 November.
Nanoek performs the pop-rock musical Next to Normal with Willemijn Verkaik and Edwin Jonker.
The Veils takes the stage at De Oosterpoort with Anthonie Tonnon opening the show.
Flemish punk band Kaat Van Stralen blends punk, psychedelica and spoken word into a distinctive sound, with heated vocals, crackling beats and biting guitar riffs.
The Vyra Winterfestival brings together twelve DJs and producers for an electronic music night at Drafbaan Stadspark.
British power trio Shaking Hand from Manchester delivers restrained yet explosive guitar rock, drawing on influences from Yo La Tengo and Women.
Subterranean Street Society performs raw folk-grunge with poetic sensibility at A-Theater.
British musician Joe Jackson takes the stage at De Oosterpoort. An evening with the versatile artist who has explored pop, new wave, and jazz across decades.
The Scene makes a comeback after ten years away, performing at De Oosterpoort with Jan Douwe Kroeske opening.
Waylon presents his show Time Jumper at Stadsschouwburg Groningen.
A live concert featuring music and themes from The Witcher, performed at Martiniplaza in Groningen.
Paradox Jazz Orchestra pays tribute to a legendary jazz pioneer with saxophonist James Carter as featured soloist.
David Linszen brings his acclaimed debut show 'Striptease Van De Dood' back to Groningen. A performance that earned four stars from De Volkskrant.
Matthew and the Atlas marks a decade since Temple with an anniversary tour, supported by AK Patterson at this Groningen show.
The North Netherlands Orchestra and Noordpool Orchestra reimagine Radiohead's music as a symphonic jazz experience.
Theater Oostpool brings a modern take on Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet to Stadsschouwburg Groningen.
Norwegian singer-songwriter Sondre Lerche presents his new album Acrobats, recorded across nine studios with diverse creative collaborators.
Jimmy Carr brings his signature stand-up comedy featuring quick one-liners and short stories to De Oosterpoort in Groningen.
Dutch singer-songwriter Maaike Ouboter takes the stage at De Oosterpoort in Groningen.
Luuk Weggemans, a Cameretten award-winning comedian, performs his pop-comedy show as a try-out in Groningen.
Norwegian noise-rock band Årabrot brings dark, abrasive sound to VERA. Led by Kjetil Nernes, the group fuses noise rock, post-punk, metal and gothic influences.
Joris Teepe presents NYCTG, featuring world-class jazz musicians in an intimate setting.
The Nederlands Blazers Ensemble and Duda Paiva Company present a unique performance combining live music and puppetry exploring the bond between humans and nature.
Nederlands Dans Theater 1 showcases pieces by Hofesh Shechter and Gabriela Carrizo, two choreographers with contrasting artistic visions.
HAEVN performs cinematic melodies and warm vocal harmonies at De Oosterpoort in Groningen.
Rotterdam post-punk quartet Library Card brings angular, melodic rock with spoken word to VERA Groningen.
Zwolle's ZWARTEWATER brings raw, hard-hitting hip-hop to Simplon, with sharp lyrics tackling global politics and personal struggles.
Dawn Brothers & Friends celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of The Last Waltz with guests including Michelle David, Tim Knol and Ian Siegal.
Dutch pop-punk band Call It Off returns with their Taylor Swift tribute show, delivering energetic reworkings of her biggest hits with raw guitars and pounding drums.
Kelapa Muda brings together music, rituals and movement in a performance by three Indonesian artists.
Lézard blends post-punk, disco and glam rock into an energetic live performance. The French band plays their debut album 'Que Se Passe t-il' filled with defiant discopunk.
Gallowstreet brings an energetic blend of brass, dance, and electropop to the stage.
A classical ballet interpretation of Vivaldi's 'The Four Seasons' at Martiniplaza.
Club night celebrating 00's emo and pop punk at De Oosterpoort, for fans of classic emo hits.
Kingfishr performs folk rock with Irish influences at De Oosterpoort.
Mythos: Ragnarok blends comedy, chaos and combat into a spectacular show.
Yentl & De Boer perform their witty song programme 'Rekhalzen' at Stadsschouwburg Groningen. The award-winning duo is celebrated for their humorous music.
The Muireann Nic Amhlaoibh Band performs Irish traditional music, song and dance at De Oosterpoort in Groningen.
SYML performs with the Metropole Orkest, blending minimalist indie pop with lush orchestral arrangements in an intimate concert setting.
Dublin post-punk band Gurriers brings their intense live shows and politically charged sound to Groningen, with noise-punk support from Belfast's Enola Gay.
Two Dutch performers deliver a fully improvised comedy show on New Year's Eve in Groningen.
Guest writer Babs Gons explores how poetry touches people deeply and the transformative power of words to create connection and comfort.
Alain Clark performs in Groningen, sharing the stories and inspirations behind his songs in an intimate concert setting.
Anne & Bas present their revue 'The Wet Dreams' at De Oosterpoort, an evening of funny sketches and musical numbers.
Theater Oostpool explores Dutch class society in a production directed by Florian Myjer.
Marlijn Weerdenburg performs her theatre concert 'Rooted', a personal exploration of what home means.
A night of musical comedy featuring humorous songs at the Grote Zaal in Groningen.
Holland Baroque and Les Itinérantes blend baroque and folk music in the Christmas programme Noël Nomade.
Three bands take the stage at Boogiefest: PowerSolo's psychedelic donkey punk, Les Robots' intergalactic surf-rock, and Bacon Fat Louis' garage-boogie-blues.
The Noord Nederlands Orkest presents Grieg's Piano Concerto and Prokofiev's Fifth Symphony in an evening of Romantic and 20th-century orchestral masterworks.
Amsterdam indie pop duo Ciao Lucifer delivers danceable, sun-soaked songs with substance. Their DJ-set-style performance builds gradually to a climax, guaranteed to get any crowd moving.
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).
Irish folk-metal band The Scratch brings their album Pull Like A Dog with support from Americana-folk duo DUG at VERA.
Stippenlift celebrates ten years of Christmas music with depriwave hits full of dark humour and existential questions. A concert for everyone who simultaneously loves and hates Christmas.
Dutch band Van Dik Hout takes the stage at De Oosterpoort in Groningen.
Folk singer and rock idol Thijs Boontjes performs at De Oosterpoort in Groningen.
Dutch stand-up comedian Jörgen Raymann presents his show 'BIG YARI: Welcome Home, Where Nobody Is Waiting for You' at De Oosterpoort.
Nicole Beutler Projects showcases emerging artists Lucinda Wessels and Timo Tembuyser in the FUTURE VOICES programme, featuring Fluid Figures and Isle of Eros.
John Coffey, one of the most influential bands in the Dutch alternative music scene, returns with new material for a European tour.
Clean Pete presents an exuberant Christmas show packed with classic Christmas songs at De Oosterpoort.
Americana singer Hilde Vos performs at De Oosterpoort. An evening of authentic American folk and country music.
Hiigo, a leading figure in contemporary Dutch pop, performs at De Oosterpoort.
De Toneelmakerij brings a playful, funny take on Alice in Wonderland for children aged 8 and up.
De Niemanders unites singers performing diverse musical styles and languages at De Oosterpoort.
Jan van Duikeren and Marcel Veenendaal present their collaborative programme Dear Son in Groningen.
A new Dutch musical about the life and death of Édith Piaf, starring Suzan Seegers and Julia Berendse.
A playful show for children aged 6 and up, where Patrick Duijtshoff and Judith van den Berg explore the world of kids with humour and absurdity.
Bach Collegium Japan performs Handel's Messiah, a baroque masterpiece of vocal music, at De Oosterpoort.
A poetic solo by Bureau Vergezicht and Romana Vrede exploring our perspective on the world, at Stadsschouwburg Groningen.
A contemporary dance piece exploring the power and appeal of collective movement and shared energy.
Kamagurka's absurd comedy show 'Op zekere dag' at De Oosterpoort, packed with unexpected twists and bizarre wit.
Two Dutch musicians perform an evening of life songs, blending Amsterdam's Jordaan tradition with American roots music.
stay away from dante! is a versatile artist who raps, sings and produces his own music. He performs as Santiago, a character from his debut EP, crafting his own narrative world on stage.
A theatre production about poverty and volunteering, told through relatable scenes and sharp wit.
Swedish stoner rock band Greenleaf brings heavy, guitar-driven riffs and haunting vocals to VERA Groningen.
Icelandic folk ensemble Árstíðir performs traditional songs at the Lutherse Kerk in Groningen.
Scapino Ballet Rotterdam's multimedia ballet La Mer celebrates the beauty and vulnerability of the ocean through dance and visual art.
Tim Akkerman, former frontman of DI-DIRECT, performs with his band The Ivy League. An evening of rock featuring songs from his solo albums and the new work 'Are We Strong Enough?'.
Tramhaus, the Rotterdam post-punk five-piece that won the VERA Poll in 2023, delivers an intense and energetic show blending shoegaze and punk.
Dutch singer-songwriter Bertolf performs his album Bluefinger Volume 2 at De Oosterpoort. An intimate evening of distinctive original songs.
Guido Weijers presents his New Year's conference 2026 at the Stadsschouwburg Groningen. An evening of humor as medicine for the year.
American singer-songwriter Dylan LeBlanc performs at the Lutherse Kerk with Barbara Forstner as support.
Nikola Meeuwsen, winner of the Queen Elisabeth Competition, performs a solo concert with Liam Nassereddine as support.
The Noord Nederlands Orkest presents Bach's Weihnachtsoratorium, a classical masterpiece of Christmas music, at De Oosterpoort.
Soenda and Club No WiFi present an electronic music night with Kara Okay, LAMMER, Lisa Korver and more DJs at Paradigm.
Dance and live music merge in 'Ghosts', a collaborative performance by Denden Karadeniz, Zero Dance Theatre and AAO exploring fresh artistic directions.
A dancing party for adults aged 30 and over at Fletcher Familiehotel Groningen, featuring music and dancing into the night.
Catalan band La Pegatina performs their energetic, infectious sound at De Oosterpoort in Groningen.
Two Dutch storytellers share their perspectives on geopolitical change and global transformation in this return engagement.
A collaborative theatre production by Theater Artemis, hetpaleis and Het Zuidelijk Toneel exploring everything and everyone simultaneously, suitable for ages 8 and up.
Prins S. en De Geit combines danceable beats with theatrical flair and Dutch-language absurdity in a unique live performance.
Sven & Matthijs present their show 'The Best of', featuring highlights from their career.
Theater Terra's family musical Pippi and the Pirates brings humor and swashbuckling fun for children aged 6 and up.
Dolf Jansen performs his stand-up show 'Shameless' as a New Year's Eve special in Groningen, blending comedy, poetry, improvisation and audience interaction.
Marcel Hensema performs his Christmas story 'My Peace' at Stadsschouwburg Groningen.
Late-night dance party at Graanfabriek with DJs and dancing until early morning.
PACESHIFTERS performs their Nirvana tribute show one final time at De Oosterpoort, presented by Kink.
A K-pop afternoon with music, merchandise and vinyl records where fans gather at De Oosterpoort.
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A Halloween dance party at Stadsschouwburg Groningen featuring Ghostbusters on the big screen, presented by SPOT, Yusuf Boss and De Wijk De Wereld.
Celtic folk live shows, food and drinks in a Halloween-themed atmosphere at EM2 in Groningen.
Crater 6's Halloween edition at Graanfabriek brings together drum & bass acts Black Sun Empire, Merikan, Original Sin and Kookaburra.
Retaliation is a nighttime event by G-Force Syndicate at Fixy. The line-up will be announced soon.
WAVEGRAVE's Halloween celebration brings gothic music and atmosphere to Groningen. Graaf Griezel, Fladdermus and DJ Stefan perform through the night.
The Hague-based pop and folk artist Chicco, known for his breakthrough on De Hollandse Nieuwe, performs in Groningen.
Three metal bands from the US and Netherlands perform at Walrus: Drawn & Quartered, Noroth and Necrotesque.
Kluun and Yvanka van der Zwaan perform their popular podcast 'Help, I Have a Teenager!' live with funny and touching stories about parenting teens.
Poetry and punk jazz collide in one explosive show: Kruidkoek and performance poet Joost Oomen bring absurdism, bananas and pudding to the stage.
Flaire performs synthpop with electronic influences designed to get you dancing.
Metal icon and solo artist Floor Jansen performs an intimate show at De Oosterpoort.
ELINE Music performs at Der Aa-Theater in Groningen.
Flaire performs at SPOT Groningen.
Axel Flovent performs at Lutherse Kerk in Groningen.
London experimental rock band Ulrika Spacek brings their space rock and krautrock-influenced sound to VERA Mainstage with support.
The twelve cellists of the Berlin Philharmonic bring a classical concert to Groningen.
Toneelgroep Maastricht performs a tragicomic tale of love with sharp contemporary resonance.
Lisa Ostermann returns with her comedy show 'De Baas' to Groningen. A five-star performance full of wit and sharp humour.
Caravan Palace blends electronic music, jazz, and 1920s aesthetics in a distinctive live performance.
The Dutch Bach Society presents comforting classical music for All Souls' Day in Groningen.
French electronic band Caravan Palace delivers an evening of danceable electronic music at SPOT Groningen.
British singer-songwriter Liam Grant performs an intimate concert in Groningen.
Try out board games for an evening at Forum Groningen. Meet fellow board game enthusiasts and discover new games to play together.
American singer-songwriter Stu Larsen performs an intimate acoustic concert at the Lutherse Kerk.
Chicco performs contemporary Dutch folk music at Simplon.
Kruidkoek and Joost Oomen perform danceable punk jazz poetry at Vera in Groningen.
Cronenberg's body-horror masterpiece The Fly screens at Zienema for Halloween. A scientist's teleportation experiment goes catastrophically wrong.
Historian Mark L. Thompson examines the US midterms and the constitutional separation of powers between Congress and the president in this Let's Ask lecture.
The Alma Quartet and pianist Nicolas van Poucke perform chamber music by Beethoven and Schumann in Groningen.
Three speakers discuss power and uncertainty in contemporary American politics.
British singer-songwriter Jon Allen & The Luna Kings performs a blend of Americana and folk rock.
NENASAN performs at SPOT Groningen.
American-British singer-songwriter Jon Allen performs at SPOT Groningen.
UK experimental rock and neo-psychedelic act Ulrika Spacek performs at Vera in Groningen.
Twelve elite cellists from the Berlin Philharmonic perform a concert celebrating the art of the cello.
Live performance by Kenyatta Hill at SPOT Groningen.
German pop icon Nena takes the stage at De Oosterpoort. An evening with the legendary artist behind 'Neunundneunzig Luftballons'.
German pop singer Nena performs her classic hits at SPOT Groningen, including the worldwide smash 'Neunundneunzig Luftballons'.
Money & The Man performs at EM2 VENUE in Groningen.
The youngest Kelly Family member Angelo Kelly performs with his band as part of the 'READY TO ROCK' Tour 2026.
American singer Lizz Wright performs an evening of gospel, jazz and soul at De Oosterpoort.
VERA celebrates the Groningen dialect with three bands: StAD (indie pop), Steernvanger (folk), and Olaf Vos (hip-hop) - all performing in Grunnegs.
Children and their (grand)parents bake cookies at Synagoge Groningen and discover Jewish culture and tradition.
A cosy gathering where you read your own book in silence, surrounded by fellow readers at Forum Groningen.
German pop icon Nena brings her classic hits and energetic live performance to Groningen.
Anas Younes performs his stand-up comedy show about anger and fatigue at the Grand Theatre in Groningen.
Alma Quartet and Nicolas van Poucke perform chamber music by Beethoven and Schumann in Groningen.
Teun van de Keuken explores how the meat industry influences us and why it's so hard to stop eating meat in this engaging theatre lecture.
British singer-songwriter Jon Allen & The Luna Kings performs a blend of Americana and folk rock.
Lisa Ostermann brings her acclaimed comedy show 'De Baas' back to the stage in Groningen.
Martini Grey brings together five leading Dutch jazz musicians for a refined ensemble performance.
Create your own standing clock while learning to blend 3D design techniques with practical craftsmanship in this hands-on workshop.
Velocity Made Good celebrates their new EP release with an intense live set at VERA Groningen. The Frisian electronic duo combines synthesizers with the power of rock, supported by acts in both the Mainstage and Kelderbar.
Dutch singer Guus Meeuwis performs an evening of hits and classics from his extensive career.
Dutch singer Guus Meeuwis performs an evening of hits and classics from his extensive career in Groningen.
NITE presents Oersoep, a contemporary passion play making its world premiere at Stadsschouwburg Groningen.
Black Sea Dahu brings indie folk, chamber pop and art rock to De Oosterpoort in Groningen with their Everything-tour.
Snelle brings his Clubtour 2026 to Groningen with new tracks and hits like 'De Overkant', 'Smoorverliefd' and 'Reünie'.
Dutch rapper Snelle delivers a high-energy live performance at SPOT Groningen.
Latin band Son De Aqui performs an evening of Latin music and dance in Groningen.
Music theatre series built around Haydn's Sun Quartets, performed by Chaos String Quartet and artists Schluter & van Leeuwen at De Oosterpoort.
Black Sea Dahu performs at SPOT Groningen.
Lola Cedès performs alternative pop with electronic touches and intimate songwriting. Her new single 'Wat Er Allemaal Al Is' marks the start of a transition toward her debut album arriving in 2026.
American singer Lizz Wright performs an evening of gospel, jazz and soul in Groningen.
Two legendary reggae acts on one night: Culture with Kenyatta Hill and Cedric Myton in Groningen.
Learn comic drawing techniques with Loeki in this hands-on workshop for children aged 7 and up.
The Grand Pillow Society presents 'Monstrosities' at the Grand Theatre in Groningen.
Money & the Man bring heavy rock riffs, danceable grooves and soaring solos to EM2 Groningen.
Bake traditional Jewish cookies with your grandparents at Synagogue Groningen and discover Jewish culture and customs.
Late-night club event at Palace with DJ sets until 4 a.m.
IDA delivers boundary-pushing electronic pop in Dutch, where she scrutinizes the adult world with sharp wit and defiant energy.
Celine Cairo performs a blend of indie folk and pop at De Oosterpoort.
Dotan takes the stage at De Oosterpoort with an intimate acoustic set.
Israeli singer-songwriter Dotan performs an intimate acoustic pop concert.
Fuse (NL) performs at SPOT Groningen.
The Grand Pillow Society takes the stage at the Grand Theatre in Groningen.
Gabriel Palatchi brings a unique blend of Latin jazz, tango, funk and Middle Eastern and klezmer influences to the Synagoge Groningen.
A guided excursion through Groningen exploring the importance of city trees, from ancient monuments to modern avenue trees.
The youngest Kelly Family member brings his rock band to Groningen for an energetic evening of live music.
Dutch electronic duo Velocity Made Good performs their new EP live at Vera with a support act.
Snelle performs his Clubtour 2026 with new tracks and fan favourites like 'De Overkant', 'Smoorverliefd' and 'Reünie'.
An introductory course in Dutch Sign Language, combining learning with enjoyment for anyone interested in communicating with deaf and hard-of-hearing people.
A lecture exploring the Groningen Scheurkalender and the logic of collective behaviour when there is no hierarchy.
A visual exhibition featuring images of Groningen at Forum Groningen.
A lecture exploring self-organization and how order arises spontaneously without central planning.
Dutch bands Het Voorwoord and Muggy share the stage at Simplon for an evening of live music.
Amber Run brings an intimate acoustic set to Simplon, with their songs stripped to their most vulnerable form. The British trio performs their hits including the billion-streamed 'I Found'.
Australian post-punk and garage rock band Delivery plays VERA's Mainstage with support. Following their recent album Force Majeure, they deliver angular guitars and dynamic performances.
NITE presents a try-out of Oersoep, a theatre production exploring passion in the modern age.
Micha performs a concert in Groningen.
The Zac Schulze Gang takes the stage in Groningen with Barbee opening the show at De Oosterpoort.
Sorvina performs at Stadsschouwburg in Groningen.
The Zac Schulze Gang performs at SPOT Groningen.
A Knowledge Café exploring who owns the moon and why we're so captivated by the idea of lunar colonization.
T.H.O.P. 15 marks the final edition of The Hands Off Project, a Groningen series blending punk, experimental electronics and DIY performance.
Pub Heroes brings epic adventures with friends in a cozy pub atmosphere, minus the real perils.
A nocturnal walk through Groningen exploring the darkness as part of the Night of the Night programme.
Dutch pop-rock artist Guus Meeuwis plays his greatest hits and classic songs at Martiniplaza.
Music theatre series built around Haydn's Sun Quartets, performed by Chaos String Quartet with Schluter & van Leeuwen in Groningen.
