656 events for the next 18 months
Film enthusiasts gather on Sunday afternoons at OASE in Rotterdam for the Sunday Filmclub.
Faster Horses performs at Toffler in Rotterdam.
Regular Dutch-language stand-up show at Comedy Club Haug with rotating headliners, club regulars, and new talent. Sharp, live-tested material in about two hours.
Stand-up comedy night featuring a lineup of comedians at ComedyCity Rotterdam.
A two-hour comedy night at Comedy Club Haug featuring announced comedians and guest performers.
Dutch-language stand-up comedy night with rotating headliners, club regulars, and new talent at Comedy Club Haug.
Legendary progressive rock band Jethro Tull performs their classic catalogue at de Doelen in Rotterdam.
Rotterdam collective Lo Poloko celebrates DΓa de Muertos with a vibrant mix of mariachi, Latin grooves, rock, ska, cumbia, reggae and percussion at GROUNDS.
Halloween party with two bands: Ritual (The Dutch Ghost Experience) and Astro Zombies A.D., a Misfits tribute act. Two hours of live music at Baroeg.
Jon Allen & The Luna Kings perform at Rotown. A live show from this band on Halloween night.
Halloween party at Rotown featuring DJs and costumed guests. Entry β¬ 5.
An electronic dance night at Toffler featuring UK producer LT, the duo HIGHTS, and Raphaelito.
Kim Karssen presents a try-out of her new cabaret show 'God Is Een Snotje', wrestling with faith and doubt through shameless humor, grotesque characters, and the blurred line between real and fake.
An intimate film adaptation of Maggie O'Farrell's novel about the death of Shakespeare's son Hamnet, exploring grief and loss through the eyes of his family. Free entry.
Rogier Bak and Diederik Zuurmond improvise fresh jokes based on current events in this interactive stand-up show performed in English.
A Halloween masquerade ball hosted by Rumors Are True and After Supper at Rotterdam's Laurenskerk.
FERRY in Rotterdam hosts a Halloween night party with music and atmosphere.
Hi5 throws a Halloween dance party at BIRD Rotterdam with late-night dancing for adults.
DnDykes hosts a Halloween party at Vessel 11 with music all night long.
Guided autumn walk exploring mushrooms and seasonal colours at a historic estate near Rotterdam.
An orchestral concert celebrating Hans Zimmer's most famous film scores, performed live in Rotterdam.
American singer-songwriter Noah Guthrie delivers an intimate acoustic performance at Rotown.
Turkish singer-songwriter Kalben performs her album 'Land of Lost Poets' in Rotterdam with intimate, poetic pop and folk.
Drummer and composer Mark Guiliana performs Beat Music, a project blending jazz, electronic music and world traditions.
Cardinals take the stage at LantarenVenster Rotterdam on 1 November at 20:00.
Turkish singer GΓΆkhan TΓΌrkmen performs at Maassilo in Rotterdam.
Big Dave & The Dutchmen deliver authentic blues with harmonica, piano and guitar. A band of seasoned musicians who put genuine ensemble playing at the heart of their sound.
Discodip is an interactive children's disco for toddlers and preschoolers (from age 2) featuring performer Jip on roller skates. After the show, everyone is invited to the Afterparty to dance together.
Former NOS correspondent Gerri Eickhof discusses his memoir, reflecting on his life on and off camera. Following the conversation with book enthusiast Lena van Tijen, he will sign copies of his book.
Norwegian stand-up comedian Pernille Haaland performs her new show 'Nordic Operations', tackling politics, women's rights and modern life with sharp wit and ideology.
The Atlas Quartet performs a chamber concert featuring works by Mozart, Shaw and Schulhoff at the Heerenhuys.
Ben's Boot tells the story of love and loss through humour and music, based on Pieter Koolwijk's book. A performance for children from age 4 by Ayla van Summeren and Willemijn BΓΆcker.
Electronic live act WFFR performs 'In the light of Sands' at Buitenplaats Brienenoord in Rotterdam.
Film pass allowing you to reserve screenings at Cinerama in Rotterdam. Online booking opens after you receive confirmation from WFFR.
A personal documentary following wild horses in America, exploring the tension between conservation and control, and our role in the natural world.
Elke Tukker's personal documentary follows wild horses in the American wilderness, exploring the boundary between protection and control.
An evening around All Souls' Day featuring stories and a performance, beginning with a shared walk from Goud van Noord to Studio de Bakkerij.
Tasha performs a concert at Vessel 11 in Rotterdam.
Guido Spek brings his musical cabaret programme 'Voor Spek en Bonen' to Kantine Walhalla. An evening of sharp songs and relatable stories about perfectionism, procrastination and the fear of finishing things.
Victoryland takes the stage at Rotown for an indie-pop and electronic music concert.
Two documentaries exploring nature and wildlife: a year in Ireland's Burren landscape and a journey with whales from New Zealand to North America.
Brazilian environmental activists document the wildfires ravaging the Pantanal wetlands and uncover the roots of a global ecological crisis.
A nature documentary following Caribbean flamingos as they seek love and a safe haven to build their families, blending humor with stunning visuals.
Documentary exploring the Colorado River and the American Southwest, where nature and human impact intersect across a visually stunning landscape.
Documentary journey through the rainforests and wildlife of Tamil Nadu in South India, featuring elephants, leopards, tigers and more.
Documentary following orphaned black bear cubs in Russia's Ussuri taiga, filmed by zoologist Sergey Kolchin.
Ken O'Sullivan's visually stunning documentary explores his fascination with dolphins and the intricate relationship between humans and these remarkable animals.
Two nature documentaries about African wildlife: Mara: Rebirth follows the wildebeest migration along the Mara River, while Tusker: Brotherhood of Elephants portrays three elephants against the backdrop of Kilimanjaro.
Documentary following orphaned elephants in Kenya as they find refuge at Reteti, Africa's first community-run sanctuary.
An eighty-year-old diver returns to a remote island for a final meeting with the giant manta ray Willy, the creature with whom he shared decades of connection.
Two women meet in the Himalayas and work together to protect endangered snow leopards in this tale of friendship, perseverance, and hope.
Hettie O'Brien discusses how private equity erodes societies and the broader impact of financialisation on our world.
An environmental journalist documents the impact of the war in Ukraine on nature and wildlife in this compelling account.
An intimate story of survival and loss set against the melting Arctic landscape of Spitsbergen.
Pop Quiz team ticket for five people in Rotterdam. A night of questions and team fun on November 3rd.
Majon van der Schot leads an ARK Movement Class, a workshop exploring movement and body awareness at Dansateliers.
A clothing repair session with experienced seamstress Masi, organized by Dokhuis and Stichting Mano. Bring one garment to repair and learn about sustainable fashion.
Ali Siddiq, one of America's most sought-after stand-up comedians, performs in Europe for the first time. The master of narrative comedy brings his stories to Rotterdam.
An alternative New Year's Eve show featuring female stand-up comedians, cabaret performers and musicians. This try-out edition includes Wina Ricardo, Lotte Velvet, Kim Schuddeboom and other established Dutch comedy talent.
Improvised audiovisual performance by GaΓ«lle Rouard (16mm film) and LΓͺ Quan Ninh (turntables), exploring rotating objects and the light, sound and movement they generate.
Manu van Kersbergen performs his nominated show 'The Rediscovery of Heaven' at BIRD: spoken word, theatre, jazz and hip-hop exploring identity, racism and connection.
World News takes the stage at Rotown Rotterdam for a concert on 4 November.
Tanzana performs an evening of music and dance at V11 Rotterdam.
Two nature documentaries exploring European ecosystems: Water Worlds reveals animals in historic monuments, Wild Alps follows life in the Alpine landscape.
A personal documentary following Dutch researcher Elke Tukker as she studies wild horses in America and explores the tension between conservation and control.
A young French biologist cycles through Patagonia seeking coexistence between humans and wildlife, meeting local farmers and discovering how change is possible.
Documentary following two pumas raising their young at the edge of human civilization, featuring stunning wildlife cinematography and intimate glimpses into their hidden world.
Two nature documentaries featuring unexpected wildlife: Underdogs: Sexy Beasts explores the bizarre mating behaviour of lesser-known species, while Surfing Hippos reveals how African animals adapt to a changing world.
Documentary exploring the poetic beauty of boundaries in the Dutch landscape, followed by a discussion.
Sir David Attenborough reveals the hidden wildlife thriving in the heart of London, one of the world's busiest cities.
Documentary exploring one of the world's last primeval forests and the intricate connections between ancient trees and their ecosystem.
Two documentaries about chimpanzees: Meike investigates what their leadership can teach us, and a glimpse into the lives of Fongoli's chimpanzees in Senegal.
Two farmers with the same name and opposite farming philosophies clash in this witty and touching documentary set on the English countryside.
Documentary following an otter family on India's Cauvery River, capturing their daily interactions, play, and survival in the wild.
Three wildlife filmmakers spend over 2,000 days in Gran Paradiso capturing alpine ibex, golden eagles, and wolves. An intimate portrait of patience, perseverance, and extraordinary moments in the Alps.
Two nature documentaries: Penguin Baywatch follows penguin chicks on Crozet Island, while Running Wild: Return to the River captures the annual salmon migration and the wildlife that depends on it.
Two nature documentaries: Wild Asia (3D) features snow leopards and red pandas in extreme Asian habitats, while Same Same - But Different explores evolutionary relationships between animals.
An Estonian nature documentary capturing predators gathering at a forest feeding site. Without commentary, we follow bears, wolves, lynxes and raptors in their daily struggle for survival.
Rotterdam Lacht brings 6 to 8 comedians testing new material in a fast-paced, joke-filled evening hosted by an MC. Established names and rising talent from the Netherlands and Belgium.
Children's performance Moppervis for ages 4 and up in Rotterdam.
Visual exhibition exploring supporting systems and structures at De Piekfabriek.
Creative workshop series for adults to improve Dutch through writing, drawing and conversation. Connect with others while developing language skills in a welcoming neighbourhood setting.
A music festival in Rotterdam with performances by various artists at Rotown.
Cabaret performers test new material at Cabaret Club Giggle, with a rotating line-up of established acts and emerging talent.
Pebbledash takes the stage at V11 Rotterdam for an evening of music.
An evening exploring the state of democracy worldwide, featuring lectures, debates, workshops and music at Arminius Rotterdam.
A dinner show at Club Metro featuring a live band led by Simone Roerade, a three-course meal by Westerkaatje, and rotating guest singers.
Tim Kroezen and Alina Sharipova present a double show with fresh material at Comedy Club Haug. Two cabaret performers who met at the Leids Cabaret Festival.
Remy Evers brings his reading performance 'Graag Gedaan' to Rotterdam, exploring his moral compass through physical comedy, surreal scenes and sharp sketches about the absurdities of daily life.
Brazilian environmental activists investigate the wildfires ravaging the Pantanal and uncover the roots of a global ecological crisis.
Documentary following two pumas raising their young at the edge of civilization, featuring breathtaking wildlife cinematography and intimate glimpses into their hidden world.
A poetic portrait of a bird warden spending seven months alone on a North Sea sandbank, surrounded by birds, storms and silence.
Photography exhibition exploring what a beached whale might reveal, with works by Karlijn van Diepen at the Natural History Museum Rotterdam.
An environmental journalist documents the destruction of Ukraine's nature caused by war - national parks, forests, rivers and wildlife.
A nature documentary following Caribbean flamingos as they seek love and a safe haven to build their family, told with humour and beautiful imagery.
Documentary exploring the collision between the world's largest refugee camp in Bangladesh and the migration routes of wild elephants, affecting Rohingya refugees, local farmers, and the animals themselves.
Two documentaries exploring nature and wildlife: an intimate portrait of Croatia's wild coast and a story of conservation efforts to save the endangered Brazilian guitarfish off Argentina.
Sir David Attenborough reveals the hidden wildlife thriving in the heart of London. A film that changes how you see the city.
Documentary following the Colorado River through the American Southwest, showcasing desert landscapes and their fragile ecosystems under human pressure.
Documentary exploring black vultures, their intelligence, and how scientists prepare endangered birds for release into the wild.
A nostalgic trip through 1970s and 1980s hits with Gouwe Ouwe Tijdmachine, two hours of classic songs.
Storytelling Night E04 brings four to five storytellers together around the theme 'Ancestors' - stories about forebears, traditions and heritage inspired by DΓa de los Muertos.
Stand-up comedy evening at ComedyCity Rotterdam featuring Raw Comedy Night.
Weekly English-language stand-up night featuring international comedians and resident acts. Each show is different, with live-tested material, crowd interaction, and surprise guests.
Toneelgroep Altstadt opens the season with an absurdist black comedy about power and scarcity, performed by Jordy Vogelzang and DΓ©lano van den Berg.
Pakistani singer Atif Aslam takes the stage at Ahoy Rotterdam with romantic ballads and chart-topping hits.
A concert featuring the music from the popular anime series Demon Slayer, performed live at de Doelen.
Metal night at Baroeg featuring the album release of Distant and four supporting bands.
Club night with music spanning multiple decades at Rotown Rotterdam.
Cher Semain spins all night long at Toffler Rotterdam, from 23:00 to 05:00.
Lucy Woodward presents her new album 'I Need To Roam' with The Rocketeers at De Fruitvis. An intimate concert with the American vocalist whose music blends opera, soul, jazz and pop.
UPTOWN presents an extended set by ALISHA with Ozzie Guven and DAF (2) at Now&Wow.
A relaxed wine gathering at HAKA Terrein in Rotterdam with snacks and friendly company.
Laura van Dolron presents part II of her intimate theatre show about love and loss, with rotating guest performers. An evening of stories, laughter, and tears.
Marie Koet, named comedy talent of 2026 by the Volkskrant, presents her debut show Eindspel with disarming honesty and philosophical wit.
Industry Days: Passe-Partout is a professional event at the Natural History Museum Rotterdam on 6 November, from 10:30 to 23:00.
Intergalactic FM brings a night of DJs and live acts at Time is the new space, billed as All Stars.
RenΓ© Oskam brings his jubilee tour 'Caroussel' to Studio de Bakkerij: a hybrid show blending cabaret and poetry about a decade as an artist, filled with honest stories, satire and keen observations.
The Rotterdam Salsa Festival 2026 brings international dancers, live Latin music and workshops together. Friday evening features the Rising Stars Night with the Stargate Theatershow.
NO WAY BACK: a club night at Cult=us Rotterdam with JOSH FB and Nomads on the decks.
A theatrical evening exploring tension and unexpected turns around the dinner table.
Ali Z presents 'ManManMan', a performance for audiences aged 12 and up at Podium Islemunda in Rotterdam.
Toneelgroep Altstadt presents an absurd, physical performance exploring fear, power and a Europe struggling to understand itself.
A comparison of Herman Koch's novel 'The Dinner' and its film adaptation, examining how the story translates from page to screen.
Dutch pop singer MEROL takes the stage at Annabel Rotterdam.
Kamerata Zuid celebrates its tenth anniversary with pianist Iris Hond in a concert centred on Ludovico Einaudi, complemented by works from Scriabin and Rachmaninoff.
Paul Elstak Presents Β· Wanna Play? is a hardcore party at Maassilo featuring 15 DJs and producers including Paul Elstak, AniMe, Neophyte and Partyraiser.
Electronic music festival at Rotterdam's Maassilo featuring techno, house and experimental sound.
35 & Still Alive performs at Rotown, a live music venue in Rotterdam.
Toffler hosts a night with British electronic musician Pawlowski, joined by Divasi and AIS (2).
Two stand-up comedians at Comedy Club Haug: Alina Sharipova shares witty stories about growing up between two cultures, while Tobi Kooiman brings mathematical humor to his show 'Best Of 4'.
Herr Zimmerman celebrates 20 years with a special party in Rotterdam. The legendary techno club brings its distinctive underground sound to NOW&WOW.
Hendrik de Pecker's new text explores Telemachus waiting at home while his father besieges a distant city. Het NUT's production features Ellen Goemans and Joep Hendrikx shifting between realism and absurdism, with the writer present on stage building a mythical world.
The Dog Dance returns to Rotterdam with a carefully curated line-up celebrating Shinshan Salazar's birthday.
Arnon Grunberg discusses his novel 'Himmler in New York' with Onno Blom, followed by a book signing.
Beats 'N Buzzers presents a try-out featuring music and entertainment in Rotterdam.
POING marks four years with a night of electronic and experimental music at export, featuring a diverse roster of DJs and producers.
Theatermaker Karlijn Kistemaker tells her solo Buikzwam with dry humour about her long search for an endometriosis diagnosis and what it means for her life.
Film screening of Bird Bird Bird in Rotterdam on 7 November.
Comedian Glodi Lugungu and theatre maker Puck van Tussenbroek bring an evening of humour, music and social reflection to Het Klooster Oude Noorden.
A spinning club for experienced spinners to practice their craft together in the wool workshop at Belevenisboerderij Schieveen.
Popronde Rotterdam brings dozens of emerging Dutch bands and artists to around twenty venues across the city - from brown cafΓ©s to music clubs.
Music theatre production about the 1944 Razzia, featuring stories and songs of forced labourers from Rotterdam. With Roland Vonk, Daisy Hagendoorn and trio De Flamingo's.
Paper Songs, a collective of four musicians, presents new compositions inspired by Walt Whitman's poetry. Jazz, pop, soul and folk form the foundation for their debut album coming in spring 2027.
Thistle takes the stage at V11 Rotterdam for a concert starting at 21:00.
Night bus from the party to Rotterdam Central Station, departing 02:15 and arriving around 03:00.
Hands-on craft afternoon at Rotown featuring a range of DIY projects for creative makers.
Sounding Here delivers a live electronic set at WORM, a venue for experimental music and art in Rotterdam.
A collection of short films designed for children at Cinerama Rotterdam.
A curated selection of beloved films from past festival editions returns to the big screen at Cinerama Rotterdam.
Monthly baby concert for children aged 0-2 with their parents at Studio de Bakkerij. Around 30 minutes of music from various genres, with babies welcome to move freely.
Kris Terwindt presents her new children's book 'The Secret of Twilight Island' with a signing session at Boekhandel Donner.
Theatre talk show for children aged 7+ featuring singer Joris Lutz, a live band and rotating guests. Free entry, food available.
Winter bird-watching walk at Belevenisboerderij Schieveen near Rotterdam. Discover which birds you can spot in the cold months on the countryside.
An interactive movement class with Andreas Hannes at Dansateliers. Open to all levels and anyone looking to move.
Blok3 brings his first European arena tour to Rotterdam Ahoy, featuring new music and orchestral arrangements.
Cabo Classics presents an evening of classical music with elegant compositions and virtuoso performances at Theater Zuidplein.
Soroptimisten and Arminius jointly host an evening focused on children facing difficult circumstances.
Nigerian singer-songwriter CKay performs a live concert at Maassilo.
Comedian and guitarist Roel C. Verburg performs a mix of witty songs and observational humour, blending absurdist lyrics with musical interludes.
Canadian indie-rock band Kiwi Jr. brings their guitar-driven pop and energetic live performance to Rotown.
Infinity Song, the vocal sibling group from New York, brings dreamy harmonies and guitar work to BIRD in Rotterdam.
Elfie Tromp investigates humor and aggression in her cabaret show 'Aai Poesje Aai Poesje'. A try-out featuring songs, stories, and monologues exploring what really makes us laugh.
Israeli comedian Nira Tal performs her new show Grounded, exploring marriage, monogamy and motherhood with sharp, dark humour.
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A three-day international spoken word festival in Rotterdam showcasing poetry slam, Dutch musicians and poets, and collaborations with local cultural organisations.
CreEeT is a monthly evening at Dokhuis where food and creativity meet. Newcomers and locals share a homemade meal from around the world and participate in a creative workshop led by one of the participants.
Intensive movement workshop with Connor Schumacher at Dansateliers in Rotterdam.
British singer-songwriter Martin Luke Brown takes the stage at Rotown.
An orchestra performs the iconic score from Naruto Shippuden live, accompanied by visuals and scenes from the anime series.
Grote Geelstaart takes the stage at V11 in Rotterdam for an evening of live music.
Elfie Tromp investigates humor and aggression in her cabaret premiere 'Aai Poesje Aai Poesje'. A sharp, feminist punk cabaret with songs, stories, and monologues.
Het Nationale Ballet performs Reflections, a contemporary dance production at Theater Rotterdam.
A gathering on regenerative design featuring workshops and a lecture, curated by Akash Kumar.
A lecture on contemporary political issues and social tensions at Erasmus University Rotterdam.
A nighttime event across multiple Rotterdam venues, running from 8 PM to 11 PM.
Breakin' Convention is the international hip-hop dance theatre festival by Jonzi D, bringing four days of breaking, waacking, krump and spoken word to three Rotterdam venues.
Danish singer Flemming performs at Maassilo, a former grain silo on the Maas river now hosting concerts and events.
Dutch pop band DI-RECT takes the stage at Ahoy Rotterdam.
Legendary Jamaican reggae singer Eek-A-Mouse performs with the Jahvolution Band at Annabel. An evening of classic reggae, dub and dancehall featuring deep basslines and live improvisation.
South Korean indie band Leenalchi returns to GROUNDS with their innovative fusion of ancient Pansori tradition and psychedelic rhythms, featuring four vocalists and dual bass guitars.
American folk band Pert Near Sandstone performs folk and bluegrass at Rotown.
Nyve performs jazz and improvisation at Jazzpodium BIRD in Rotterdam.
A club night at Rotown featuring DJs and a lively dance floor.
Kim Schuddeboom presents her third comedy programme 'Hardleers', a sharp and confrontational try-out in which she reflects on the choices she makes at 41.
JA!Toch is Studio de Bakkerij's young creators' evening featuring music, spoken word, theatre, dance and exhibitions. This edition showcases More Life and Safa Lion.
An evening of nostalgia with a live band playing classics from Elvis Presley to Wim Sonneveld - music that takes you back to your most cherished memories.
Anne Schram Ouweneel presents the first book in the Rotterdam War Biographies series, about Lion Rippe and his life during World War II.
Two Club Haug regulars, Victor Luis van Es and Vincent Geers, perform a double bill with raw, unfiltered new material and improvisation.
Marja van Katendrecht tries out her new stand-up show 'Heel Holland Hoopt' at Podium Islemunda, testing material for her upcoming tour.
Nigerian artist Omah Lay brings his Clarity Of Mind Tour to Rotterdam for a show at Ahoy.
Bombino, pioneer of modern Tuareg music, blends traditional Berber rhythms with rock into a distinctive sound. With a brand new album in the works, he performs at Grounds.
Suicide Commando and BHPL deliver an evening of industrial and electronic music at Baroeg Rotterdam.
Modular Maassilo 2026 brings a diverse electronic music line-up to Rotterdam, with DJs and producers including Gyatso, Lisa Korver and SAIDAH at Maassilo.
Delany performs an evening of jazz and improvisation at Jazzpodium BIRD.
Toffler marks 15 years with a day of live music and dancing in Rotterdam.
Grommet takes the stage at Rotown, a popular music venue in Rotterdam.
TiTi spins all night long at Maassilo Rotterdam, a dance party for night owls.
DJ night featuring alternative hits from the 80s, 90s and 00s at Rotown Rotterdam.
Eric van Sauers and Sezgin Güleç present fresh material in a try-out night featuring two generations of Dutch comedy in the intimate Corner Room.
Club X On Tour brings a club night to HAL4 aan de Maas in Rotterdam on Saturday, November 14.
EhrenKlub x Now&Wow presents an electronic music night featuring KRUELTY, S*Y*N*K, Karamustan and Torsten in Rotterdam.
Toffler Festival marks 15 years with a celebration at this Rotterdam venue.
Kill Tony Golden Ticket winner Ric Diez brings sharp stand-up comedy to Club Haug in Rotterdam, with clever one-liners and a deadpan delivery.
A dance party organized by Footclub at Rotterdam's Cruise Terminal, running late into the night with music and dancing.
The Grapevyne brings music and dancing to BIRD Rotterdam from 23:00 to 05:00.
Learn to write and perform stand-up comedy in this three-hour introduction course. Write your own jokes and perform them on the Comedy Club Haug stage.
Celebration of the launch of 'Shing, the Rainbow Panda' with snacks, origami and colouring activities, plus a book signing session.
The Night Shift is an evening programme that takes place after hours at The Writer's Guide (to the Galaxy) in Rotterdam.
Three griot musicians from Mali's Mande culture perform at Grounds: a supergroup of hereditary storytellers blending traditional instruments with jazz and classical influences.
Adriaan Persons takes the stage at Rotown, an intimate venue for live music and performances in Rotterdam.
Marja van Katendrecht presents a try-out of her new show 'Heel Holland Hoopt' at Kantine Walhalla. An intimate theatre piece about hope, loneliness and connection, featuring absurd scenes, poetry and music with active audience participation.
Italian composer Bruno Bavota combines neoclassical, chamber folk and electronic music, using effect pedals and processors to transform his pieces in real time during performances.
TITI performs an electronic set at Maassilo, organized by Rotterdam Rave.
Dutch band SML performs at LantarenVenster Rotterdam in an intimate concert setting.
A Rotterdam trio blending Dutch-language songs with autobiographical stories about city life, family and ageing, performed with theatrical flair.
Bollywood action film with Akshay Kumar and Dino Morea in the lead roles.
Sint Salabim is a playful Saint Nicholas show for children aged 2-6, full of music and magic tricks. Meet the real Saint Nicholas for photos after the performance.
Berrie Vugts interviews journalist Noraly Beyer about her new memoir on love, loss, and ageing. Book signing follows.
Frontaal #6 2026 is an event on 15 November at WORM in Rotterdam, from 14:30 to 17:00.
Interactive movement class with Yoko Haveman exploring body awareness and movement techniques.
Rotterdam Rocks brings the American funk-rock band Mother's Finest to Baroeg. An evening of groovy funk and rock.
The Soweto Gospel Choir performs South African gospel music at the Oude Luxor Theater.
A multicultural festival showcasing performers from diverse cultural backgrounds at Erasmus University Rotterdam on 17 November.
Second Base presents an evening of dance and performance at Dansateliers, Rotterdam. The full programme will be announced.
Brazilian singer Joyce Moreno performs bossa nova and samba at LantarenVenster Rotterdam.
Mustbejohn takes the stage at Rotown Rotterdam for a concert on November 18.
Anda Morts takes the stage at V11 in Rotterdam.
The 60th Cameretten Festival showcases six semi-finalists performing cabaret try-outs across Dutch theatres. Three acts each evening present fresh talent on the Netherlands' premier cabaret stage.
A fun evening of games and new friendships at Rotown in Rotterdam.
Electronic club night at WORM Rotterdam featuring DJs and dancing until late.
Berit Companjen and Tim Hartog take the stage together for an unpredictable evening of comedy and sharp observations.
Lodewijk van Dijk leads an ARK Movement Class, a workshop exploring movement and body awareness at Dansateliers in Rotterdam.
Stefan Pop returns to Haug with a personal cabaret show that takes a sharp, witty look at society, the internet, and the modern world.
Simple melodies from various cultures sung together in unison and harmony, with space for silence and reflection. Emiel Scholsberg provides guitar accompaniment.
Joshua Idehen takes the stage at Rotown for an intimate concert performance.
Gotu Jim takes the stage at Maassilo in Rotterdam.
LΓ©zard performs live at V11 Rotterdam for an evening of music.
Chico Chico takes the stage at Jazzpodium BIRD in Rotterdam for an evening of jazz and improvisation.
Wilma Scheffers discusses her biography of Wolter Robert baron van HoΓ«vell, a key critic of Dutch colonial rule in the East Indies, followed by a book signing.
Shtick Fest multi-pass bundles: buy 2, 3, or 5 stand-up shows at once and pick your own seats per performance.
Shtick Fest Multi Pass offers discounted access to multiple comedy shows: Five-Star (5 tickets, β¬ 90), Triple (3 tickets, β¬ 58), or Double (2 tickets, β¬ 41,50). Choose your own shows.
Shtick Fest multi passes offer discounts on multiple stand-up shows: Triple Shtick (3 tickets for β¬ 58) is a popular option alongside Five-Star and Double Shtick.
A lecture examining the current state of the Dutch welfare system at Arminius Rotterdam.
Science on Tap brings science to the pub with a short lecture followed by questions and discussion. An evening for curious minds.
A communal dinner evening at Aan het Water in Rotterdam where you share a table with fellow diners.
Last 100 events that already happened.
Three literary magazines dedicated to poetry and translation present their work, featuring readings by translators Lisa Thunnissen and Annelie David.
An afternoon of forest bathing in the natural surroundings of Buitenplaats De Tempel in Rotterdam, at your own pace.
Car show at Ahoy Rotterdam with displayed vehicles and live demonstrations for automotive enthusiasts.
Jon Allen performs at Rotown in Rotterdam on 31 October 2026.
Hong Kong Violence celebrates 25 years with a vinyl night at WORM Rotterdam. Akira and Bruhze & friends spin classic records in an intimate F2F setting.
Electronic live night at Toffler with GWELD, REDBATUN and more. An evening of experimental sounds and hybrid performances.
Drum and bass Halloween party at Maassilo Rotterdam with headliners Netsky, A.M.C., Metrik, Nu:Tone and a full roster of international DJs.
Bounce That Booty celebrates Halloween at MONO Rotterdam with an evening of dancing and music in a creepy atmosphere.
Uche Yara takes the stage at Rotown for an intimate concert performance.
Celine Cairo performs at de Doelen in Rotterdam.
Australian hip-hop artist Brazen Barbie brings sharp lyricism and uncompromising style to Grounds Rotterdam.
Velocity Made Good takes the stage at Roodkapje West in Rotterdam.
Young Gun Silver Fox brings 70's pop-soul, disco and soft rock to Theater Rotterdam as part of a collaboration between five Rotterdam venues.
Pianist and songwriter Ruben Hein presents his new musical direction live at BIRD, featuring unreleased tracks and classic songs.
Schwung performs the medieval tragedy 'Jean Cement' for the first time: a humorous show about a man who refuses to change with the times.
Sabine van Kuipers performs as Pyrrha, a 19-year-old searching for hope amid post-WWII European ruins. A musical monologue about crisis, loss, and the capacity to move forward.
Jannes takes the stage at Ahoy Rotterdam, one of the Netherlands' premier concert venues.
Gay ski week in SΓΆlden (13-20 March 2027) with full hotel takeover, ski pass and Winter Pride access. Downpayment β¬ 500 for this second-chance round.
DJ El Javier plays vinyl and electronic music throughout the night at OASE Rotterdam.
An evening of lectures and conversations exploring contemporary social issues: relationships, beauty, education, migration and politics across three rooms.
Madame Jab celebrates their EP release with an energetic indie rock show in Rotterdam.
Turkish comedian ΓzgΓΌr Turhan performs his new stand-up show 'Yepyenisi' with fresh stories and jokes drawn from everyday life.
Bas Kwakman discusses his historical novel about the mysterious composer Willem Spark, in conversation with Kees 't Hart, followed by a book signing.
A musical performance exploring love and relationships at Podium Islemunda.
A hip-hop club night at Club Uniek Rotterdam, organized by Paper Clip Entertainment.
NightFest is an evening of workshops, food and music at Nieuwe Instituut where you design your own schedule.
Netsky performs at Maassilo in Rotterdam on 30 October 2026.
Brazen Barbie performs at Grounds in Rotterdam on 30 October 2026.
MUZZ (UK) plays Maassilo in Rotterdam on 30 October 2026.
Club night with DJs and dancing crowd at V11 Rotterdam.
Cola takes the stage at Rotown for a live concert performance.
Experimental jazz and improvisation at Jazzpodium BIRD. New Jazz Underground delivers an evening of spontaneous musical exploration.
David Linszen's debut cabaret show 'Striptease van de Dood' is a musical comedy at full throttle, blending absurdism and laughter with direction by Raoul Heertje.
13 Ensemble, led by trumpeter Ester F. Mata, blends hypnotic minimalism with live interaction and electronic elements in a collective real-time improvisation.
Turkish writer and journalist Ece Temelkuran discusses what it means to rebuild home, drawing on personal and political insights.
A documentary about two neighbours named Derek who make opposing choices: intensive farming versus nature restoration. A story of conflict, reconciliation and the struggle for the countryside.
Designer Irma FΓΆldΓ©nyi shares her creative practice in a workshop where you craft your own sand brooch.
Chinese Appeltjes takes the stage at Podium Islemunda as part of the Appeltaartconcert series.
To reserve wheelchair seating, contact de Doelen's Tickets & Service by phone Wednesday through Friday from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
KabeaushΓ© takes the stage at Rotown, an intimate live music venue in Rotterdam.
Jean Cement is a humorous theatre performance by collective Schwung about a man who refuses to move with the times. A try-out of a medieval play never before performed.
Said el Hassnaoui performs his try-out 'Said Laughs with Love' - a humorous look back at his transformation from carefree bachelor to chronically exhausted father, packed with relatable love stories and cabaret wit.
BUTFF x CULTfilm presents the Spanish horror-comedy 'La Cosa en la Niebla', winner of Best Feature at BUTFF 2026, preceded by the Portuguese short 'Pimple'.
Two skilled Dutch comedians share stories about life's mishaps, misunderstandings and awkward moments - funny, touching and deeply human.
Open Mic night at Comedy Club Haug where new and established comedians perform fresh material. An experienced MC hosts the two-hour show with a break.
Canadian folk and blues singer Frazey Ford takes the stage in Rotterdam.
Aurie Styla brings his new stand-up show 'MAVERICK', where he uses sharp humour to examine his work-life imbalance, family dynamics and relationships.
A creative workshop where children join Carmen to make their own nature journal by sketching, writing and observing closely in the park.
A performance filled with stories and adventures in the Magic Garden, specially designed for children aged 5 and up.
British rock legends Status Quo take the stage in Rotterdam with a special guest performance by cabaret artist Karin Amatmoekrim.
WFFR Lokaal presents a stand-up comedy evening with Derek vs Derek in Rotterdam.
A four-week cyanotype printing workshop series at Dokhuis in Rotterdam. Learn this playful photographic technique with no prior experience, guided by artist Raluca Croitoru.
Maud Gussenhoven explores the contradictory inner voices of motherhood through monologue, embodiment and audience interaction, followed by a discussion with Yinske Silva.
Expert session by Stadslab on urban development in Stadspark West, bringing together professionals for knowledge sharing.
WFFR performs the theatre piece 'Grensgebied' at Buitenplaats Brienenoord in Rotterdam.
Solo performance by the beloved Brabant singer-songwriter Gerard van Maasakkers, featuring guitar, songs and intimate stories from his long career.
Historian Pieter Serrien discusses his book 'The Lost Land', exploring the sixteenth-century United Netherlands amid religious conflict, with a book signing to follow.
Children discover breaking, a New York dance style rooted in hip-hop and street culture. This workshop focuses on basic moves, rhythms and self-expression.
Singer Lucienne Lardenoye presents her debut album 'Elastiek' in an intimate trio with guitarist Eelke Mastebroek and bassist Rik Kraak, blending poetry pop with classical piano, indie and Americana.
A physical and humorous circus performance by theatre group Heer OTTO, featuring acrobats, clowns and live music. A story about friendship, magic and what matters most.
A popping dance workshop for children aged 5+, exploring the basics of this American dance style through playful movement and expression.
Two-course meal at FC Walhalla following a theatre show, prepared by chef Noreen. Advance booking required.
Left of the Dial wraps up with a closing party at Rotown. A celebration marking the end of the festival with music and atmosphere in Rotterdam.
Toffler hosts an evening with Chess, MelFerdi and Kofi the Unknown. Three artists performing in Rotterdam.
Fokking Hell Β· The Reckoning is a club night at Export featuring 11 DJs and producers.
Turkish band BaBa ZuLa marks 30 years with a theatrical live performance blending rock, folk and dub, featuring improvisation, costumes and belly dancers.
American jazz vocalist Lizz Wright performs an evening of jazz and spiritual songs at de Doelen.
An evening of experimental live music featuring Erica Dawn Lyle and the improvisation duo Reona & Grgur SaviΔ at WGW-podium, WORM's partner venue.
Cabaret performer Joppe Donckers and singer Noek deliver an evening of musical humour, witty lyrics and absurd insights at Het Klooster Oude Noorden.
Paul Carrack performs at Nieuwe Luxor Theater in Rotterdam.
Flautist and actress Klaasje Meijer discusses her book 'Mama wil slapen', a candid account of motherhood and the effects of sleep deprivation.
Megarave Millennium Daytime Edition brings a hardcore and gabber line-up to Maassilo in Rotterdam, featuring Art of Fighters, Endymion and Rotterdam Terror Corps among many others.
A funk-themed festival in Rotterdam featuring dance, music, workshops and creative activities for families and all skill levels.
A collaborative event between Amsterdam Dance Event and AMBRΓSIA featuring electronic music and dance at Beest in Rotterdam.
We Came From the Future: a day exploring food preservation through workshops, free time and shared meals at Buitenplaats Brienenoord in Rotterdam.
A five-band festival at Baroeg featuring Vengeance, 7 Miles To Pittsburgh, Bangalore Choir, Picture, and Jurassic Park.
Megarave brings hardcore music to Rotterdam with a line-up of top names from the scene.
Kiss all Hipsters hosts a club night featuring stickers and hipster culture at Rotown.
J4SCO and friends brings an electronic music night at Toffler with LeBagig and Swart on the decks.
Late-night dance music club night at MUNCH Rotterdam from 11 PM to 4 AM.
A Brazilian samba evening where musicians and audience dance, sing and clap together in a circle, blending traditional and contemporary rhythms.
BENR performs at de Doelen.
Glodi Lugungu presents a try-out of his new show exploring identity, expectations, and life's absurdities. An intimate evening with a rising comedy talent.
Four musicians - Mooren, Watson, Kay and Irons - share the stage at De Fruitvis.
Metal concert featuring Unholy Craft, Cirith Gorgor, and Reinkaos at Baroeg Rotterdam.
A film screening of 'Notes from the Woods' by WFFR, presented by Cinema Islemunda as a collaboration between Podium Islemunda and WFFR.
A dance party by Amsterdam Dance Event at Wereldmuseum, with DJs Manique Hendricks, MMIV and Suze Ijo.
Sabathan performs at Baroeg in Rotterdam.
Author and illustrator Esther van der Krol presents her book of nostalgic childhood memories from the 1980s and 1990s, with a special exhibition and signing session.
Documentary screening of 'Notes from the Woods' at Podium Islemunda's afternoon programme, a collaboration with WFFR.
Six seasoned performers recount their brushes with death in a witty, moving music programme. An afternoon show with singing, dancing and live performance.
The Official Unofficial takes the stage at Rotown in Rotterdam.
A culinary table featuring dishes from Cape cuisine, inspired by the flavours and traditions of Cape Town.
Interactive children's show about farm animals for toddlers and preschoolers aged 2 and up.
Get behind the decks at Rotown's DIY DJ party and spin your own favourite songs.
Johan Goossens performs his cabaret show 'Het Volle Leven', blending sharp observations and awkward humour as he reflects on alternative therapy, board positions, and the messiness of everyday life.
