147 events for the next 18 months
Exhibition of works by two Zaandam artists, Nelly and Tine Honig, featuring portraits, lithographs and still lifes.
An exhibition exploring the classic 1937 Verkade album 'Where We Live', in which Jac. P. Thijsse describes the natural history of the Netherlands.
Exhibition exploring the history of the Kalverpolder, the area where the Mill Museum and Zaanse Schans are located.
Award-winning Italian drama following a Swedish girl's final year at a technical secondary school in Trieste, summer 2007.
A documentary capturing photographer Peter Hujar reconstructing a single day in his life in 1974 New York for a literary project.
Japanese film about two young men raised in the household of a famous kabuki actor, navigating yakuza legacy and theatrical tradition.
Jacques Demy's classic musical where all dialogue is sung to Michel Legrand's score. A poignant love story centred on young Geneviève and her mother's umbrella shop.
A slapstick adventure about a drunken apple brandy seller stranded in a frozen wilderness who must survive as a fur trapper by catching hundreds of beavers.
A black-and-white documentary by director Gianfranco Rosi exploring daily life in Naples and Pompeii, portraying the vulnerability of these ancient cities and their people.
The classic children's film Minoes returns to cinemas. Children's activities will be held in the foyer before the screening on August 16.
Spanish thriller exploring family bonds and loyalty. Los Tigres received a 3.56 rating from FabriekSneak viewers.
A guided walking tour through Zaandam's heart, led by locals who know the city inside out.
A young girl's journey as her family emigrates from Yugoslavia to Denmark in search of a better life. A powerful story about displacement, loss, and hope.
Asghar Farhadi's first French-language film since Le Passé, featuring Isabelle Huppert, Virginie Efira, Vincent Cassel and Catherine Deneuve.
Documentary following managers and employees through performance reviews as they grapple with criticism, empathy, and workplace tension.
Pim de la Parra's last Minimal Movie, unseen for years, finally screens as a tribute to the Dutch cinema pioneer.
A horror film by director Jane Schoenbrun exploring sexual desire, fear, and self-acceptance at a summer camp.
Interactive exhibition exploring animal droppings, inspired by the beloved children's book. Investigate with Mole where poop comes from and what you can discover about it.
Trial lesson in a 10-week science course exploring colours and chemical reactions for children aged 7-12 at Hemlab.
A surprise film screening every second Thursday at Filmtheater De Fabriek - the title remains a mystery until the lights dim.
A historical war film about the 72 hours before D-Day, featuring decisions that could reshape history. From the producers of Darkest Hour.
Discover how Zaandam's wooden houses and mills were saved from demolition in the 1950s and how the Zaanse Schans came to be.
A brother and sister survive on a remote Scottish island by catching seabirds, defending their home against outsiders.
Screening of Nolan's "The Odyssey" with an introduction by classicist Riemer van der Veen, exploring how the film engages with Homer's epic.
Niek & Guy, the wordless duo behind the Ashton Brothers, brings a captivating blend of magic, theatre and music to Het Zaantheater.
Robbert H. Reijenga brings Johnny Cash's life to the stage with his distinctive baritone, accompanied by storyteller Alexander Broussard and drummer Paul Reijenga.
The Bentleys celebrate the golden age of rock and roll with a high-energy show of 1950s and 60s hits, plus early 70s classics.
A debate evening where Zaanstad residents sit at the table and have their say about their city. An experiment in participatory democracy.
Steven Soderbergh's mysterious drama with comedic moments, featuring Ian McKellen in a leading role.
A quarterly language festival at Bind where Mario presents a rotating line-up of performers on stage.
The Zaans Museum joins a nationwide art project creating a collective tapestry about the Dutch slavery past, with a design by artist Raul B.
Ant doctor Lasius shares his infectious enthusiasm for insects and the life of ants at Natuurmuseum Zirkel.
Explore the Wevershuis at Zaanse Schans to learn how sail and mill cloth weaving was practiced in an eighteenth-century shared household with five looms.
Maarten takes his dying father Hans to the Champagne region of France. A moving family drama about love, farewell, and shared moments.
A heat of the national Seniors Song Festival featuring sixteen local artists aged 55 and over, accompanied by pianist Rob Stoop. Free admission.
Dance night with DE CLIP CLUB: disco and pop hits from the 70s, 80s and 90s with original music videos on screen.
Dance of the Brushes showcases an exhibition celebrating women's vitality through the lens of Japanese art, with the sun as a symbol of divine energy.
A weekly creative workshop where you can work on your own art projects with scissors, brushes, needles and more every Wednesday afternoon.
Interactive session on how language develops in babies and how you can support that development through reading and speaking.
Explore pond life at Natuurmuseum Zirkel and discover the creatures that live in the water.
Special preview screening of the drama Queen at Sea starring Juliette Binoche and Tom Courtenay, organised in partnership with Alzheimer Netherlands.
De Bieb presents a film screening of The Librarians in Zaandam.
Stand-up comedians perform during a dinner evening in Zaandam.
Louise Korthals performs her acclaimed solo show 'Korthals in stukken', which received five stars from NRC and a Poelifinario engagement nomination.
Pop choir Vocal Invention invites everyone to join an open rehearsal as part of the national Start to Sing campaign.
A beginner's paleography course teaching you how to read and decipher historical handwriting and old documents.
MainCourse celebrates the Bee Gees with their greatest hits and the story of the legendary Gibb brothers.
Koekaloe returns to Poppodium De Kade with DJ Seduction hosting. An evening of music, talent and creativity.
Peace Week in Zaandam: an annual September event with activities focused on peace and reflection.
The Bluesmannen celebrate W.C. Handy, the legendary composer who shaped the blues at the turn of the 20th century.
De Gevestigde Wanorde's theatre production explores role reversal, transposing everyday situations into an inverted world where power dynamics are flipped.
A small market in Zaandam showcasing local products and handmade crafts from local makers.
Free guided tours at Heemtuin Zaandam exploring medicinal plants and their healing properties.
A Sardinian shepherd fights a Milanese businessman's plans to build a luxury beach resort in his village, in this film inspired by real events.
Documentary about librarians fighting for freedom to read, part of Banned Books Week.
The Kapiteinskoor choir performs at the Music Pavilion in Zaandam, offering free live music for shoppers in the city centre.
A creative workshop where you use passages from old books as inspiration for your own story, finished with markers and stickers.
Monthly gathering at De Bieb Zaandam featuring coffee, tea, and a short presentation on rotating topics.
Freek de Jonge stages the fourth volume of his memoirs, reflecting on 1969-1980 when his career began and took a pivotal turn.
The Zaans Cultuur Feest brings together music, dance, art and workshops at the Zaans Cultuurhuis, featuring residents from diverse backgrounds and international food.
Pan for gold in Poelenburg with expert guides from Amathysta on Sunday 27 September - a genuine Zaanse Goldrush adventure.
All-day hardcore festival in Zaandam featuring Korsakoff and other acts from the scene.
Fado and tango share the spotlight in this musical performance, complemented by additional styles in an evening of passion and rhythm.
Léon & Roswitha deliver an intimate concert of personal songs and harmonies across rock, soul, blues, jazz, Americana and pop, with proceeds supporting GEME Foundation and Museum of Humanity.
Exclusive preview of the new ZAMU project in Zaandam.
Guided tour of Hembrug, a historic fortification site and part of the Stelling van Amsterdam defensive line near Zaandam.
Tribute band Def Americans delivers an energetic show of Johnny Cash classics, pure country and raw rock-'n-roll.
Tony Kaltenberg and Michael Manring deliver an acoustic concert at Museum of Humanity, with proceeds supporting GEME Foundation and the museum.
Def Americans delivers Johnny Cash's music with a tribute show full of pure country, raw emotion and rock-'n-roll.
Permission to Land performs at de Kade in Zaandam. The concert follows the Pubquiz; combination tickets are available for those wanting to attend both events.
Music pub quiz with live band Permission to Land at De Kade. Test your knowledge in five rounds, two featuring live music.
HEMLAB in Zaandam hosts Pudding Chemistry! as part of the Science Weekend on 3 and 4 October - interactive workshops and demonstrations for all ages.
The 24th edition of Indieplayground celebrates punk rock and grunge, music born as a reaction against predictability and the daily grind.
The Piano Masters let the audience choose the music. An interactive piano concert where audience requests drive the show.
Children create their own pudding from vegetables and fruit during the Science Weekend at HEMLAB Zaandam.
De Zaanse Regenboog and Heroes Music Bar host a youth celebration on Coming Out Day, an evening to embrace who you are.
Join an animal scavenger hunt through Natuurmuseum Zirkel on animal day, discovering all the creatures on display.
A series of gatherings exploring conscious living and personal agency, covering different aspects of autonomy and life choices.
A dance workshop for all levels where you move to the rhythm of your own body, with no complex choreography required. Part of the Opening Festival.
The Children's Book Week opens with a festival celebration at De Bieb Zaandam, featuring activities for children around children's literature.
A touching and funny family show about a man searching for friends to celebrate his birthday with.
Theatre instructor Esther van der Wel leads a playful theatrical workshop as part of the Opening Festival at De Bieb Zaandam.
A writing workshop with author Michiel Richards at the Opening Festival, where you'll put your own story into words.
Children's book illustrator Anna Boterman guides you through creating your own illustrations in this opening workshop.
Learn to write and perform rap with lyricist Marvin Adam at this Opening Festival workshop in Zaandam.
Permission to Land plays at de Kade in Zaandam on Sunday afternoon, with combination tickets available if you also want to join the Pubquiz beforehand.
Music trivia night with live performances by Permission to Land at De Kade. Five rounds of music questions, two featuring the band live.
History Month brings archives, museums and libraries together across the Netherlands with activities exploring local and national heritage.
The 24th edition of Indieplayground celebrates punk rock and grunge, music born as a reaction against predictability and the everyday grind.
B.I.T.C.H presents Ghost Riders, a late-night dance party with electronic music in Zaandam.
Music pub quiz with live band Permission to Land at De Kade. Test your knowledge in five rounds, two featuring live performances.
At the IFIKZ MaakMeeFestival, children collaborate on paper artworks and discover stories about the heritage of Zaandam's famous paper industry.
The IFIKZ MaakMeeFestival celebrates Zaandam's paper heritage with hands-on making workshops and a storytelling boat tour during the autumn half-term opening weekend.
Open Source nomad Rob offers help at the programming table with questions about AI, programming, and coding. For all ages.
Hemlab celebrates 10 years with a tea programme for children and parents. Come on Saturday to drink tea and try simple experiments.
Learn to distinguish real from fake information online and discover practical ways to protect yourself from digital risks.
Author Henna Goudzand-Nahar reads children's stories during Children's Book Week at De Bieb.
Five underground acts and two spoken-word artists converge at De Kade in Zaandam for Nieuwe Nederlandse Naïviteit: a rapid-fire showcase of Dutch punk, postpunk, art rap and experimental pop.
Film afternoon as part of the IFIKZ MaakMeeFestival, exploring the theme 'The Power of Zaandam Paper'. Takes place on Friday 16 October at Filmtheater De Fabriek.
IFIKZ runs creative maaklabs in a former cardboard factory in Zaandam, where children and adults spend three hours making things with paper.
De Heemtuin becomes a magical fairy tale forest during autumn half-term, with stories, magic and surprises. Dress up as your favourite storybook character and enjoy pancakes at the gnome café.
The Zaans Museum showcases paper-cut art by Geertje Aalders alongside the nature illustrations of Jac. P. Thijsse, celebrating bees, bumblebees and pollinators.
FLUX hosts an open jam session with backing band, backline, and full stage setup. Musicians of any level and genre can play together and learn from one another.
An interactive city walk through Zaandam where you hear stories read aloud at different stops along the way.
An early evening dance party that kicks off at 20:00 and wraps up at 00:30, perfect for those who prefer not to stay out until midnight.
Alice tumbles into the magical Wonderland and encounters bizarre characters and riddles in this classic tale brought to life.
Lectures exploring the history of medicine and its influence on contemporary perspectives on health, care, and the human body.
A yoga session takes over the study room of Zaanstad Municipal Archive, transforming this usually quiet workspace into a place for movement and mindfulness.
Workshops exploring Surinamese language, music and expression for children aged 8+, from initial ideas to powerful performance.
Experience hidden light phenomena in the dark: coloured shadows, glow-in-the-dark effects and fluorescence at HEMLAB's laboratory.
A multilingual reading festival celebrating Brazilian Portuguese and the world's many languages.
NH MetalFest XL brings six metal bands to Poppodium De Kade, from death and thrash to extreme metal.
A FLUX jam session led by Rosita Loth where musicians of all levels and genres can play together and draw inspiration from one another.
LEGO workshop for children aged 6-12 during autumn holiday. Building, inventing and constructing are at the centre of the experience.
Vroeg Pieken hosts an evening of live music and entertainment in Zaandam.
Cindy Jeurissen's photo exhibition explores the stories of ten women marked by self-harm, with opportunities to speak with experts and those with lived experience.
The Indian Light Foundation celebrates Divali in Zaandam, bringing together residents and local organizations to mark the festival of lights with an emphasis on community unity and cultural exchange.
The inaugural wine festival of the Zaanstreek region, featuring dozens of wines and bites from local food businesses.
Free Your Mind and Teletech present 4 The People, a dance party featuring ten artists including 6EJOU, ANXHELA and Kotorri in Zaandam.
Pegassi performs at All Day Long, an event by Artists for President in Zaandam.
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Max Dean & Wavy present NEXUP, an ADE event at Taets Art and Event Park in Zaandam featuring Max Dean.
Free sewing workshop where you can repair, shorten or transform your clothes. Practical and sustainable.
Tonno Disko & Friends brings a dance party with Armand van Helden, Benny Rodrigues, Ella Knight and more DJs in Zaandam.
Guitarist Ruben Hoeke presents his guitar workshop students at De Kade, performing songs by Patti Smith, Hendrix, and Bowie.
No Art ADE Festival is a satellite event of Amsterdam Dance Event, featuring electronic music and art installations at Hembrugterrein in Zaandam.
No Art is an event by Amsterdam Dance Event and No Art at Taets Art and Event Park in Zaandam.
COV Zaanstreek performs highlights from Handel's Messiah at the Bullekerk. A classical oratorio featuring the work's most beloved melodies.
Sushi chef Rik Keijzer teaches sushi-making in a historic mill building at Zaanse Schans, overlooking the river and traditional mills.
Monthly showcase for local acts in Zaandam featuring Bring The Joints, Trashwood and Package of Goodies.
Kruelty and Vieze Asbak deliver a three-hour b2b set at this dance night in Zaandam, with support from BLNK, Incult, Jowi and Yoshiko.
Gospel singer Melvin Lijesen, known for his decade with the ZO! Gospel Choir, performs a Christmas concert with friends in Zaandam.
Children conduct hands-on experiments with candy in a science lab: dissolving Skittles, building with licorice, and making caramel lollipops.
Drukwerk, the Amsterdam nederpop band since 1978, performs their New Year's concert on January 2 at the Bullekerk.
Crazyland brings Dark Circus vs Halloween with a line-up of 16 DJs and producers to Zaandam.
NH MetalFest brings together six metal bands performing death metal, thrash and extreme metal, with DJ Maalstroom between the sets.
Tribute band The Smiths Presumably celebrates the music of The Smiths and Morrissey with a live performance.
Free festival in Zaandam with theatre, art, workshops and lectures on sustainable living.
Wave Invasion & Indie Playground brings international underground acts in Gothwave, Glittergoth, Darkwave and Dark Synth to Zaandam.
A guided nature walk exploring seasonal changes in the landscape, led by an experienced nature guide. Starts at 10:00 at De Slag swimming pool in Zaandam.
The Indian Light Foundation celebrates Divali, the Festival of Lights, with residents and local organizations. An event about hope, light and the victory of good over evil.
Guitarist Ruben Hoeke and his workshop students perform live with songs by Patti Smith, Hendrix, and Bowie.
Bureau Boeiend delivers a lecture on the artistic legacy of Henri Matisse, timed to coincide with an exhibition at Amsterdam's H*ART museum.
An autumn concert of classical music with vocal and instrumental performances by Soli Zaandam at the Noorderkerk.
Wasteland is a late-night dance party in Zaandam featuring electronic music and a vibrant club atmosphere.
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A creative workshop where participants choose words from magazines and collaboratively write a new story together.
ZaanUP! Festival celebrates local talent and creativity with live music, workshops, art and a makers market at the Bullekerk.
Exhibition of paintings by José den Toom, an artist trained in oil painting and drawing techniques under master instructor Gerrit Schoone.
A festival celebrating local talent in the Zaanstreek, bringing together artists, makers and entrepreneurs through music, art and creative exchange.
Yala Music Opera Collective performs Baroque recitatives, arias and duets with raw emotional intensity.
Rootsriders and Mo Ali perform a Bob Marley tribute show with songs chosen by the audience.
Explore the clock towers of the Zaanstreek region by bike on Open Monuments Day. Visit Museum Zaanse Tijd and see inside these historic structures.
Guided tour combining a museum visit and walk through the historic Hembrug industrial site, featuring buildings, artefacts and personal stories.
Artzaanstad opens 'Feels Like Home', an exhibition showcasing three interior styles from modern design to vintage. Art and interior design merge in collaboration with Vitra and Van Dijk & Ko.
Visit the Czaar Peterhuisje on Open Monuments Day. This historic wooden house in Zaandam is the Netherlands' second-oldest museum and became world-famous when Tsar Peter the Great stayed here in 1697 to study shipbuilding.
Jacques Demy's feature film debut Lola, a landmark of the Nouvelle Vague, screens at Filmtheater De Fabriek.
The Beemster duo Carel Kraayenhof and Leoni Jansen present the third instalment of their 'Melancholy in the Polder' series, blending Argentine folk, Irish and Scottish traditionals with contemporary folk songs.
An evening walk through the Heemtuin to discover nocturnal wildlife and the garden's biodiversity after dark.
Six people who have experienced psychosis share their stories in this special Parnassia production, exploring profound questions about reality and consciousness.
Jan Beuving performs his cabaret show Dekpunt at Het Zaantheater. A darkly comic exploration of life and death.
A tribute to Destiny's Child featuring Sharon Doorson, Raffaela Paton and Altagracia Norton with live band. Celebrating the legendary R&B group's greatest moments.
Interactive workshop where you can decorate and customize your own Zaanse clock at Museum Zaanse Tijd, a museum devoted entirely to clocks.
Sing Dutch songs and practice the language in a fun way with music teacher Anna.
Free smartphone course for beginners at De Bieb Zaandam. Learn text enlargement, WhatsApp messaging, app installation, and photo management.
Classical Indian Kathak dance classes for children aged 6 and up, featuring intricate footwork and graceful movements.
Create your own colored slime at Hemlab: pick a marker, make an activator, and add shaving foam for a fluffy texture. For ages 7-14.
The Twitching Eye Trio plays an intimate concert with three musicians in Zaandam.
Opening of an exhibition featuring pen artist Mike de Vos in the foyers of Het Zaantheater, running throughout the season.
Psychological horror debut by Luna Mulderij exploring grief and loss. An English-language film screening at Cultureel Centrum Bullekerk.
Animated adventure following an eccentric inventor and his animal companions on a daring journey from Paris to the Egyptian pyramids.
Free festival at Darwinpark featuring music and more. Saturday, 5 September, 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. in Zaandam.
The inaugural Happy Hembrug Festival brings food trucks, children's activities, workshops and live music to Zaandam's Hembrug site, with a talent search for local young performers.
Jacques Demy's exuberant French musical about twin sisters dreaming of love and adventure when a traveling carnival arrives in their small harbor town.
Outdoor screening of the film I Swear at the Verskade courtyard in Zaandam, organized by the neighborhood initiative Open West.
Spanish classic by Carlos Saura about a girl growing up in a house full of secrets and mourning. A masterwork of introspection and melancholy.
Jim Queen delivers a hilarious stand-up about identity, image, and the absurd ways people seek visibility and embrace queerness.
Christopher Nolan's cinematic adaptation of Homer's epic follows Odys on his perilous voyage home after the Trojan War, filmed across the world with cutting-edge technology.
Documentary about the Ukrainian city of Mariinka, filmed on 16mm over a decade before the Russian invasion.
A family tour at the Zaans Museum where you explore questions about mills, art, and innovation alongside your children.
Illustrator and visual artist Tanja ten Wolde exhibits her work at Zaansgroen gallery. A showcase of visual art and narratives from the Betuwe region.
Cycling route through five Zaandam locations featuring German wine and snacks at each stop.
A woman journeys around the world with her harp searching for the sunmoonflower, a bloom that loves both sun and moon. A performance for all ages.
MuziekHaven closes its annual masterclass for young musicians with a closing concert showcasing the participants' skills.
A film about sex, relationships and marriage that surprises with both hilarious and touching moments. A Sundance world premiere hit.
Italian period drama following young violinist Cecilia and composer Antonio Vivaldi as their paths cross, each seeking meaning through music and art.
United We Shine meeting at Het Motorblok in Zaandam on 29 August.
Caribbean Night with DJ Deniece at the Bullekerk: an evening of salsa, bachata, dancehall and reggae.
Artist Bert van Santen presents his work in the exhibition 'Ode to the Zaan' at Café Fabriek, a poetic exploration of the Zaanland landscape.
Sounds Like Juggling presents a try-out of the INVITES festival featuring creators Arthur Wagenaar and Guido van Hout.
Iranian drama about a single mother balancing her nursing career and raising her children, while her son faces suspension from school.
Filipino filmmaker Lav Diaz presents a decolonizing portrait of Portuguese explorer Magellan, with Gael García Bernal in the lead role.
A dramatic film about a father whose tragic mistake upends his life and marriage, based on a true story.
Artist Andrea Voigt investigates the subconscious through collage in this exhibition.
The classic 1988 anime Akira in 4K restoration on the big screen. A dystopian cyberpunk tale of power and destruction in a futuristic Japan.
