Happening in Rotterdam
arts & culture
Film tip: Black Dog — man's best friend bites back
Lang is fresh out of jail; Xin is a stray everyone fears. Together they prowl the Gobi in a Cannes-winning tale of grit and…
nightlife
Move, mingle and dance at nhow Rotterdam
ROTTERDAM, 22 April 2025 – Nhow Rotterdam has announced a series of dance-focused events, with weekend DJ nights and seasonal…
arts & culture
Recap: Highlights from MOMO Festival 2025 in Rotterdam
ROTTERDAM, 20 April 2025 – Motel Mozaïque Festival marked its 25th anniversary with three days of experimental sounds, intimate…
shopping
Bobby’s Gin and De Bonte Koe launch chocolate bar
ROTTERDAM, 18 April 2025 – A new chocolate bar infused with gin is marking Schiedam’s 750th anniversary, the result of a local…
events (calendar)
Baroeg presents Everyone Rocks
HAPPENING 3 May 2025 – An inclusive music event in Rotterdam’s Lombardijen district will bring together performers with and…
restaurants
Tip: Children eat free at De Beren this May holiday
ROTTERDAM, 18 April 2025 – Families visiting De Beren in Rotterdam Alexandrium or Capelle aan den IJssel during the upcoming…
arts & culture
In search of Rotterdam’s most authentic pub
ROTTERDAM, 18 April 2025 – A citywide search is underway to uncover the pubs that still hold the heart of Rotterdam’s…
events (calendar)
Liberation Day in Rotterdam - history, date, location, info
HAPPENING ON 5 MAY | Every year on the fifth of May, people in the Netherlands celebrate Bevrijdingsdag, marking the end of Nazi…
sustainability & solidarity
Royal3D opens doors for World Boating Day
ROTTERDAM, 17 April 2025 — Royal3D will present a new aquatic drone during World Boating Day on 24 May 2025. The drone will be 3D…
urban development
Rotterdam’s Rijnhaven gets green light for housing
ROTTERDAM, 16 April 2025 – A significant step forward has been made in the transformation of Rotterdam-Zuid’s Rijnhaven area, as…
urban development
Brinkplein Hoek van Holland to become green village hub
ROTTERDAM, 16 April 2025 – A long-anticipated redesign of the Brinkplein and surrounding streets in Hoek van Holland is moving…
guides
How to rent a home in Rotterdam - room, apartment, house
Thinking of renting a house or apartment in Rotterdam? Whether you're aiming for a long-term stay or a short visit, choosing…
arts & culture
Rotterdam Bluegrass Festival reveals 2025 line-up
ROTTERDAM, 15 April 2025 – Rotterdam Bluegrass Festival returns this summer with a diverse line-up reflecting both tradition and…
restaurants
Drippy’s opens new smashburger spot in Rotterdam
ROTTERDAM, 11 April 2025 – A new burger spot has arrived in the heart of Rotterdam. Drippy’s expands with a second location on…
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arts & culture
Rotterdam Architecture Month 2025 in Schiemond
ROTTERDAM, 14 April 2025 – Rotterdam Architectuur Maand 2025 will spotlight the Schiemond district, transforming its raw and…
urban development
Hofplein to become green square by 2028
ROTTERDAM, 10 April 2025 – Construction will soon begin on a years-long transformation of the Hofplein, turning the iconic…
sustainability & solidarity
Tribute to 1940 bombing victims across Rotterdam
ROTTERDAM, 10 April 2025 – A poignant projection will soon light up Rotterdam’s buildings and trees to honour the lives lost in…
exhibitions (calendar)
Crying glass: a case study in glass conservation
UNTIL 5 October 2025 | A glass collection with a secret is on display in Rotterdam, revealing decades of hidden change beneath…
urban development
Apartments for seniors coming to Rozenburg
ROTTERDAM, 11 April 2025 – A former sports hall in Rozenburg is making way for new housing aimed at older residents. The…
government
Tram planned for new city bridge in Rotterdam
ROTTERDAM, 11 April 2025 – A tram connection is being considered for Rotterdam's future city bridge, aiming to shorten travel…
shopping
Flink starts price match with AH in Rotterdam
ROTTERDAM, 9 April 2025 – A grocery price-matching initiative has launched in Rotterdam. Residents may now claim the difference…
events (calendar)
EXCELLENT woonbeurs: discover designer living
HAPPENING 27–30 November 2025 | When architecture, interior design, and luxury lifestyle converge, the result is the EXCELLENT…
events (calendar)
100% Auto Live: tuning, supercars and live action
HAPPENING 18-19 October 2025 | Engines will roar, tyres will screech, and the scent of petrol will linger in the air. At…
arts & culture
Tjado’s mural brings wave energy to Coolsingel
ROTTERDAM, 8 April 2025 – A new mural on Coolsingel reflects the rhythm of the city and the inner journey of Rotterdam-based…
events (calendar)
Kaapse Anniversary Beer Festival - date, activities, location
HAPPENING 17 May 2025 | Eleven years of craft brewing excellence will be celebrated at the Kaapse Anniversary Beer Festival 2025,…
air travel
Tips to speed up security at Rotterdam airport
ROTTERDAM, 28 March 2025 – Rotterdam The Hague Airport urges travellers to dress simply and follow baggage rules to speed up the…
arts & culture
'De Lachgasman' honoured at Museum Rotterdam
ROTTERDAM, 3 April 2025 – A new temporary sculpture has been announced at Museum Rotterdam, honouring the late Eric Alblas. Known…
sustainability & solidarity
Queen Máxima christens Sea Ranger vessel in Rotterdam
ROTTERDAM, 2 April 2025 – A new vessel supporting marine conservation and youth employment has been officially named in…
restaurants
Easter lunch with skyline views at Celest Rotterdam
HAPPENING 20 April 2025 | A seasonal lunch will be served above the rooftops of Rotterdam this Easter, as Celest offers a…
restaurants
Easter brunch at the Euromast in Rotterdam
HAPPENING 20–21 April 2025 | Families in Rotterdam will have the opportunity to celebrate Easter at height this year, with a…
editorial
Rotterdam in April 2025: What’s happening in the city?
As April arrives, how will the city’s weather shape your daily routines? Which events will capture the community's attention this…
A Rotterdam Story
A Rotterdam Story | Chapter 8 | Elena's crossroads
When Elena eagerly meets Mila and Henk to discuss their next move, she encounters an unexpected intervention. With her friends…
sports
Free marathon fanzone set for Ahoyplein Rotterdam
ROTTERDAM, 1 April 2025 – A new fanzone will be set up at Ahoyplein in Rotterdam-Zuid to celebrate the NN Marathon Rotterdam.…
