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Historic ship Nao Victoria visits Rotterdam this August
HAPPENING 6–10 August 2025 | A historic Spanish replica ship, the Nao Victoria, will dock at Veerhaven this August, offering…
Watch Hardcore Never Dies in Rotterdam this July
HAPPENING 24 July | A film screening at Wester Paviljoen this July will cast a spotlight on Rotterdam's 1990s hardcore music…
Luxor Zomerfestival explores women’s emancipation
HAPPENING 27–29 June and 4–6 July 2025 | Rotterdam marks fifty years of women’s emancipation with the Luxor Zomerfestival, a…
North Sea Round Town Rotterdam - locations, dates, artists
HAPPENING 26 June–13 July 2025 | North Sea Round Town is the North Sea Jazz Festival's fringe festival. Expect poetry, dance and…
North Sea Jazz festival Rotterdam - location, dates, line-up
HAPPENING 11–13 July 2025 | The annual North Sea Jazz Festival in Rotterdam is a very high-quality festival where jazz music from…
Current exhibitions
Henk Chabot’s wartime works at Chabot Museum
UNTIL 29 June 2025 | A rare glimpse into Henk Chabot's wartime works is now on display at the Chabot Museum. The exhibition…
Decolonising art: Rotterdam conference focuses on Asian perspectives
HAPPENING 25–26 June | Wereldmuseum Rotterdam will host an international conference on 25 and 26 June exploring the…
Leendert Bolle exhibition at Chabot Museum
FROM 19 July – 9 November 2025 | A forgotten figure in Rotterdam’s artistic history will be spotlighted this summer. The Chabot…
Rotterdam women featured in Maastunnel portraits
From 30 June–31 August 2025 | – A new outdoor photo exhibition along the Maastunnel highlights the lives of 40 Rotterdam women…
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…
Stephan Balkenhol exhibition at Kunsthal Rotterdam
From 24 May–14 September 2025 | Kunsthal Rotterdam will soon unveil over 35 sculptures and reliefs by German artist Stephan…
Kunsthal presents Lebensborn by Angeniet Berkers
From 28 March to 13 July 2025 | Lebensborn, a new exhibition at Kunsthal Rotterdam, explores the Nazi Lebensborn programme…
Nieuwe Instituut hosts Ma Yansong exhibition
HAPPENING 17 May–21 Sep 2025 | Nieuwe Instituut presents an exhibition dedicated to the architectural vision of Ma Yansong and…
Say Yes: Wedding fashion exhibition in Rotterdam
From 31 January to 26 October 2025 | A new exhibition at Wereldmuseum Rotterdam explores the global diversity of wedding fashion.…
Explore the future at Nieuwe Instituut's 'Toekomstmakers!'
Until +/- 14 December 2026 | A new exhibition at the Nieuwe Instituut invites children to explore their vision of the future. The…
Haegue Yang’s Leap Year at Kunsthal Rotterdam
From 1 March to 31 August 2025 | Kunsthal Rotterdam will present Leap Year, the first major retrospective of South Korean artist…
Rotterdam's Wereldmuseum hosts 'Made in China' exhibition
HAPPENING 11 October 2024–31 August 2025 | The Wereldmuseum Rotterdam has opened its latest exhibition, 'Made in China,'…
CUTE at Kunsthal explores kawaii and pop culture
From 5 July to 23 November 2025 | Kunsthal Rotterdam will host Cute, an exhibition delving into the cultural and social…
Wild Summer of Art at Brutus in Rotterdam
HAPPENING 11 July–24 August 2025 | The Brutus Space in Rotterdam will host the Wild Summer of Art exhibition, showcasing works…
At the movies
Film tip: Plein Soleil – a stylish French classic returns in 4K
A restored 1960 European thriller in dazzling 4K. Charismatic Alain Delon masks sinister intentions under the Mediterranean sun.…
Film tip: On ira , a road trip tale that warms the heart
An 80-year-old woman, fed up with her illness, embarks on a surprising journey of truth, humour and family. A gentle French…
Film tip: F1 The Movie puts Brad Pitt back in the driver’s seat
Brad Pitt hits the gas as a former F1 star pulled back onto the track for one last shot at glory. Think Top Gun: Maverick on four…
Film tip: 28 Years Later opens with thrills and screams
Nearly three decades after the original outbreak, a new horror unfolds on a quarantined island. Danny Boyle and Alex Garland…
Film tip: Materialists is your new favourite New York romcom
She’s a matchmaker who’s nailed the formula for the perfect couple—until her own love life gets in the way. Can you really plan…
Film tip: Ballerina unleashes Ana de Armas in full assassin mode
Set in the world of John Wick, this high-stakes spin-off follows a deadly ballerina on a mission of vengeance. With Ana de Armas…
Film tip: Wes Anderson returns with The Phoenician Scheme
A billionaire, a nun, and a treacherous infrastructure plot? Wes Anderson’s latest spins another offbeat tale in perfectly…
Film tip: Ride a mad wave of thrills in The Surfer
Nicolas Cage returns with a wild Aussie beach thriller that’s part B-movie, part psychological spiral. Surfboards, toxic…
Film tip: A father-daughter hike stirs up emotions in Good One
One forest hike, three people, and more than just silence. This quiet debut whispers loud truths about family, trust and growing…
Fun stuff to do in Rotterdam
Euromast unveils The Rise of Rotterdam visitor journey
ROTTERDAM, 30 June 2025 – The Euromast marks its 65th anniversary with a new immersive exhibition that reimagines Rotterdam’s…
Trompenburg Gardens: green escape in Rotterdam
Tucked away in Kralingen, Trompenburg Gardens & Arboretum blends nature, culture, and science in a living landscape. With…
Portlantis: An educational port experience in Rotterdam
Portlantis, Rotterdam's interactive port experience centre, offers visitors an engaging insight into one of the world's largest…
Expedition Blijdorp: a new interactive zoo experience
ROTTERDAM, 14 February 2025 – Diergaarde Blijdorp introduces 'Expedition Blijdorp', an interactive experience that blends…
Fenix migration museum in Rotterdam’s Katendrecht
Fenix in Rotterdam’s Katendrecht district explores migration through art, personal stories, and history, all within a landmark…
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Mindful cycling routes in Rotterdam
ROTTERDAM, 30 May 2024 – Mindful cycling routes have been introduced to promote mental health in and around Rotterdam. Launched…
New X-Cube escape room experience opens in Schiedam
ROTTERDAM, 3 July 2023 – The city of Schiedam, a stone's throw away from Rotterdam, welcomes a new form of entertainment today.…
Markthal Rotterdam: Architecture meets culinary delight
What makes the Markthal in Rotterdam more than just a market? How does this architectural gem intertwine the past, present, and…
Prison Golf: Rotterdam's latest entertainment hit
ROTTERDAM, 14 March 2024 – A novel entertainment experience, Prison Golf, has been launched in Rotterdam, offering a unique twist…
Spider City: new indoor climbing experience by Fun Forest
Discover Spider City, Fun Forest's innovative indoor climbing experience in Rotterdam, offering year-round adventure and…
Discover the Nieuwe Instituut in Rotterdam 2025
ROTTERDAM, 10 January 2025 — The Nieuwe Instituut’s 2025 programme promises a dynamic year of exhibitions, international events,…
Experience virtual F1 racing at Rotterdam's Racesquare
Rotterdam's Hollywood Event Center is home to Racesquare, a virtual racing experience that offers Formula 1 fans an immersive and…
Ice skating in Rotterdam - locations, information and prices
Whenever it begins to look a lot like Christmas, people flock to the ice skating rinks. Rotterdam has a couple of interesting…
Winter sports in Rotterdam: skiing, snowboarding, ice skating
Discover top spots for winter sports around Rotterdam, including year-round indoor skiing and snowboarding, plus seasonal ice…
Top kid-friendly activities in Rotterdam
Rotterdam offers a wide array of activities that cater specifically to children, blending fun with educational experiences. From…
Windmills - Dutch icons of Rotterdam
Ever wanted to visit a windmill and take a peek inside? You can and you don't need to leave the city to do it. Rotterdam has…
KINO Rotterdam - Cinema, restaurant and creative workspace
KINO is one of the main cinemas in the centre of Rotterdam. With its fully stocked bar and restaurant as well as a wide range of…
Rotterdam's RiF010 surf pool set to open this summer
ROTTERDAM, 7 May 2024 – The world's first urban surf pool in Rotterdam will open its waves to surfers this summer, offering a new…
Fun Forest - outdoor activities in Rotterdam's Kralingse Bos
Looking to escape the hustle and bustle of the city? In dire need of a corona proof social activity with family, friends or…
Street art in Rotterdam - murals, art routes & guided tours
Like many great cities, Rotterdam also has its lucky walls, gates and houses covered in paintings. The artworks can be admired as…
Best photography and instagrammable spots in Rotterdam
Without a doubt, Rotterdam is among the most photogenic cities in Europe, and for various reasons. The city has an eccentric mix…
Best salsa, bachata, kizomba, and konpa schools in Rotterdam
Discover the best schools for learning salsa, bachata, kizomba, and konpa in Rotterdam, along with a brief historical context of…
Best swimming pools in Rotterdam: a complete guide
Rotterdam offers a variety of swimming facilities, providing options for competitive training, family activities, and wellness…
Rotterdam New Year’s Eve fireworks and light show
HAPPENING 31 December | Rotterdam's New Year’s Eve celebrations are a must-experience for residents and visitors alike. The…
Euromast Rotterdam: spectacular views and unique experiences
Discover the Euromast in Rotterdam, a popular landmark offering stunning views, fine dining, and thrilling activities like…
Christmas Markets in and around Rotterdam
If the dim daylight, the early dark and the general wetness of the season threaten your mood, Christmas markets in and around…
