Events happening soon
Baroeg's event for people with disabilities
HAPPENING ON 20 April 2024 – A notable gathering is set to take place at Baroeg under the 'Everyone Rocks' event, aimed at…
Learning Circus in Hoek van Holland
The Travelling Learning Circus offers a creative oasis in Hoek van Holland. Brinkplein is set to become a stage for community…
RUNEXPECTED Rotterdam charity run - event details
An innovative charity run, RUNEXPECTED, makes its debut in Rotterdam this May, offering a unique course filled with surprises to…
Ferry Corsten 6-hour set at Maassilo Rotterdam
On Friday May 3rd, the Dutch world class artist will perform his relatively new concept ‘What The F’ in a spectacular Open to…
Meet Bing and Flop at Rotterdam Zoo
Diergaarde Blijdorp (Rotterdam Zoo) welcomes beloved characters Bing and Flop in a special event tailored for young children this…
Star Wars concert by Rotterdam Philharmonic: A new hope
A landmark collaboration brings the iconic Star Wars: A New Hope soundtrack to life in Rotterdam. Collaboration between cinema in…
Flowering season in Trompenburg Gardens & Arboretum
Spring kicks off festively at Trompenburg with a spring festival for young and old. All spring long, Trompenburg is the place to…
De Maaltuin at Trompenburg Gardens: Rotterdam's culinary delight
Every spring, the pop-up restaurant experience De Maaltuin is hosted at Rotterdam's Trompenburg Gardens & Arboretum. De Maaltuin…
Roparun Rotterdam - dates, registration, information
Every year, Rotterdam becomes the concluding point of a unique sporting event – the Roparun. This multi-day, non-stop relay race…
TREK travelling food festival visits Rotterdam - info, dates
TREK, the Netherlands' largest travelling food festival, makes a stop in Rotterdam's Vroesenpark. TREK is all about an intimate…
King's Day in Rotterdam - Festivals, parties, chillout areas
The vibrant spirit of King's Day (Koningsdag) comes to life in Rotterdam on 27th April. The historic celebration of the Dutch…
Liberation Day in Rotterdam - history, date, location, info
Every year on the fifth of May, people in the Netherlands celebrate Bevrijdingsdag, marking the end of Nazi occupation during…
Current exhibitions
German artist Felix Burger exhibits in Rotterdam
ROTTERDAM, 4 April 2024 – A groundbreaking art exhibition, Medizinisch Psychologische Untersuchung (Medical Psychological…
'May we keep in touch': A unique art experience
A journey back to tangible connections unfolds at the Groot Handelsgebouw with Sonja Mercedes' exhibition 'May we keep in touch'.…
Fun stuff to do in Rotterdam
Groot Handelsgebouw’s open call for artists
ROTTERDAM, 9 April 2024 – An exciting opportunity has arisen at the Groot Handelsgebouw for local artists and creators to…
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…
Hoogvliet: Embrace nature in Rotterdam's green oasis
Photo credit: Dietmut Teijgeman-Hansen. Hoogvliet is a tranquil district in the southern part of Rotterdam, known for its…
Hoek van Holland: Rotterdam's beautiful coastal gem
Photo credit: Iris van den Broek. Hoek van Holland is a coastal district in the western part of Rotterdam, known for its…
Herman Hell introduces unique mini club in Rotterdam
ROTTERDAM, 13 October 2023 – A new intimate club is set to open in the heart of Rotterdam's bustling nightlife district, Witte de…
Noord: Delve into Rotterdam's lively northern area
Photo credit: Ossip van Duivenbode. Noord is a bustling district in the northern part of Rotterdam, characterized by its creative…
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…
Hillegersberg-Schiebroek: Rotterdam's picturesque leafy district
Photo credit: Dennis Wisse. Hillegersberg-Schiebroek is a peaceful district in the northern part of Rotterdam, known for its…
AAAFRESH123 - fresh contemporary art by Rotterdam-based trio
AAAFRESH123 is an art collective based in Rotterdam. These three creative minds, who share the same ideas and a passion for art,…
Kralingen-Crooswijk: Experience Rotterdam's cultural heart
Photo credit: Arnoud Verhey. Kralingen-Crooswijk is an elegant district in the eastern part of Rotterdam, known for its beautiful…
Mick's Tiki Shack - Exotic pop-up bar at Breakaway Rotterdam
In Rotterdam, everybody knows Mad Mick's Breakaway Cafe. But what if I asked you about Mick's Tiki Shack? The cosy pop-up bar,…
Prins Alexander: Rotterdam's vast and diverse district
Photo credit: Amanda de Jong Bouwens. Prins Alexander is the largest district in Rotterdam, known for its diverse attractions,…
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.…
IJsselmonde: Rotterdam's island district with heritage
Photo credit: Arjen-Jan Stada. IJsselmonde is a vibrant district in the eastern part of Rotterdam, known for its rich history,…
Rozenburg: Rotterdam's tranquil island getaway
Photo credit: Guido Pijper. Rozenburg is a tranquil island district in the southwestern part of Rotterdam, known for its rich…
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…
Overschie: Rotterdam's quaint district of history & charm
Photo credit: Dennis Wisse. Overschie is a quaint district in the northwestern part of Rotterdam, known for its historic…
Rotown - Live music venue in the heart of Rotterdam
Rotown is one of the most well-loved hotspots in Rotterdam. This alternative themed cafe by day becomes a concert hall in the…
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…
Feijenoord: Rotterdam's iconic and diverse district
Photo credit: Vera Bos. Feijenoord is a lively district in the south of Rotterdam, characterized by its waterfront location,…
Pernis: Rotterdam's unique industrial village
Photo credit: Peter Schmidt. Pernis is an industrial district in the southwestern part of Rotterdam, characterized by its…
Rotterdam Centrum: The vibrant and bustling city heart
Photo credit: Iris van den Broek. Rotterdam Centrum, the heart of Rotterdam, is where the city's hustle and bustle comes to life.…
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…
Charlois: Rotterdam's historic southern district
Photo credit: Hans Tak. Charlois is a vibrant district in the south of Rotterdam, known for its multicultural atmosphere,…
Celebrate NYE with the National Fireworks show in Rotterdam
If there is a fireworks show you must have been to, it's Het Nationale Vuurwerk in Rotterdam! On December 31st, the largest, most…
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…
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…
The explorer's guide to Coolsingel Rotterdam
The Coolsingel is one of the most famous streets in all of Rotterdam. On this boulevard, you will find shops, restaurants as well…
Top 6 Foodie Areas in Rotterdam - Where to find food
So, you're in Rotterdam and you want to grab a nice bite for lunch, but you're too hungry to do lengthy research? No problem,…
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…
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…
Euromast Rotterdam: spectacular views and unique experiences
Discover the Euromast in Rotterdam, a popular landmark offering stunning views, fine dining, and thrilling activities like…
General overview
Rotterdam Marathon - dates, registration and current records
The Rotterdam Marathon is one of the largest sporting events in the Netherlands, and has been ranked by Runner's World magazine…
Holi celebrations in Rotterdam - dates, location, information
Holi-Phagwa, also known as the Festival of Colors, is a Hindu spring festival that is primarily celebrated in India and Nepal.…
Batavierhuis presents Batafest - dates, location, information
Batafest is an annual 2-day festival that takes place at Batavierhuis, a monumental building, where budding creative artists are…
St. Patrick's day in Rotterdam - date, locations, info
Green outfits and Irish music! St. Patrick's Day is Ireland's national holiday and is characterized as one of the merriest and…
MOMO Festival Rotterdam - dates, line-up, event information
MOMO Festival is one of the best known and most intimate festivals in Rotterdam. The festival brings together multiple forms of…
Rotterdam Bluegrass Festival - dates, artists & information
Rotterdam Bluegrass Festival is a free annual music event which takes place in Rotterdam Noord. The event has grown into one of…
Comic Film & Manga Fest Rotterdam - dates, information
The city's passion for pop culture is reignited with the return of a beloved convention under a new name: Comic Film & Manga…
Taalnacht: bridging languages during Museumnacht010
A linguistic and cultural bridge will be formed in Rotterdam during Museumnacht010, connecting language learners and museum-goers…
Museum Rotterdam transforms into jazz club
A night of jazz and history at Museum Rotterdam. In a remarkable transformation, Museum Rotterdam is set to become an underground…
Tom Skinner's jazz residency at MOMO Festival Rotterdam
A vibrant jazz experience awaits Rotterdam as Tom Skinner takes the stage for an artist residency during the 2024 MOMO Festival…
W:O:A: Metal Battle preliminary round South Holland
ROTTERDAM, 12 February 2024 – Metal enthusiasts in Rotterdam prepare as Baroeg hosts the intense battle of bands vying for a spot…
Podium Islemunda celebrates 10 years with cultural events
ROTTERDAM, 12 February 2024 – Podium Islemunda, a beacon of culture in Rotterdam IJsselmonde, celebrates its 10th anniversary…
Wereldmuseum celebrates 'Healing Rhythms' at Museumnacht010
Experience a night of cultural exploration with 'Healing Rhythms' at Museumnacht010 in Rotterdam's Wereldmuseum, featuring music,…
Romantic day out at Rotterdam Zoo
In a unique blend of nature's wonders and the spirit of Valentine's Day, Rotterdam Zoo (Diergaarde Blijdorp) is set to become a…
Rotterdam real estate gathering celebrates 10th anniversary
A landmark celebration for the city's property sector, the Rotterdam Real Estate Gathering marks its 10th anniversary at Nieuw…
Levenslust Academie: art meets community in Rotterdam
A new chapter in Rotterdam's cultural landscape unfolds as the Levenslust Academie emerges, marking a collaboration between…
Silhouette art exhibition at Dordts Patriciërshuis
A glimpse into the past: Dordrecht's Patriciërshuis Museum unveils the art of silhouettes, connecting history with the present.…
Rotterdam Art Week 2024 at Brutus
A unique fusion of art and architecture unfolds at Brutus, showcasing the innovative works of Folkert de Jong and Marjan Teeuwen.…
International Film Festival Rotterdam - dates, screenings
The International Film Festival Rotterdam (IFFR) is one of the largest and most prestigious film festivals in the Netherlands.…
Free 'Brammetjes' at Bram Ladage on Valentine's Day
In a nostalgic nod to tradition, Bram Ladage revives its beloved Valentine's Day giveaway, offering free 'Brammetjes' to…
Discover Rotterdam's landmarks and unbuilt projects
An exclusive opportunity to explore Rotterdam's architectural marvels through maquette models of existing landmarks as well as…
TwitchCon Europe in Rotterdam - event information
Rotterdam Ahoy is set to host TwitchCon Europe in 2024, marking a significant event for the city's vibrant gaming and digital…
Femke Kock art exhibition at the Euromast
A unique exhibition by artist Femke Kock takes art to new heights at the Euromast, celebrating Rotterdam's cultural diversity.…
Museum Night Rotterdam - amazing art & culture after dark
Looking to sample the best art in the city? All in one night? Then check out Museum Night! Rotterdam's art & culture scene comes…
Art Rotterdam - discover (and buy) amazing contemporary art
Every year, Art Rotterdam draws art, artists, and collectors from all over the world. As the premier art fair in the Netherlands,…
Premier Padel P1 in Rotterdam - dates, info, location
Premier Padel's P1 tournament is set to make a significant mark in Rotterdam Ahoy this September, promising an engaging event for…
War Child benefit concert for Ukraine in Rotterdam
ROTTERDAM, 19 December 2023 – In a display of solidarity and support, the Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra collaborates with…
Snowkwartier - Arts and food fest in Hoogkwartier
The vibrant Hoogkwartier district becomes a cultural and culinary paradise with the first Snowkwartier showcase festival.…
ABN AMRO World Tennis Tournament Rotterdam - information
The annual ABN AMRO World Tennis Tournament is the biggest tournament of its kind in the Netherlands. Past winners include tennis…
2024 Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift Rotterdam - dates, info
Rotterdam is set to host the start of the prestigious 2024 Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift, marking the event's first…
Maker Market in Rotterdam: Date, location & details
Rotterdam, 7 November 2023 – The Maker Market is set to debut in Rotterdam's iconic Groot Handelsgebouw, promising a unique…
Maastunnel exhibit showcases Rotterdam women
ROTTERDAM, 3 November 2023 – A unique photography exhibition showcasing Rotterdam's women starts 10 November in the Maastunnel.…
Rotterdam Night Walk - date, information, route
The third edition of the Rotterdam Night Walk is set to illuminate the city streets on the evening of 27 December, offering a…
A Night in Vegas: Elvis Experience in Rotterdam
Nieuwe Luxor Theater in Rotterdam to host a night dedicated to Elvis Presley, featuring internationally recognised Elvis Tribute…
Grand finale for embroidery exhibit at Wereldmuseum Rotterdam
The Wereldmuseum Rotterdam is set to host a special event, "De Laatste Steek," marking the closing day of its popular exhibition…
An evening full of Afro Caribbean healing in Rotterdam
Discover the richness of Afro-Caribbean culture through film, music, and artist talks at the Wereldmuseum in Rotterdam on…
Het Smaakmuseum brings culinary art to Rotterdam's Groot Handelsgebouw
The iconic Groot Handelsgebouw in Rotterdam will host a unique culinary experience this October, as Het Rondreizende Smaakmuseum…
Rotterdam Rounders Poker Festival - dates, information
Discover the annual Rotterdam Rounders Poker Festival at Holland Casino, featuring exciting events, accessible buy-ins, and a…
NN Kunstfestival: A cultural journey for well-being in Rotterdam
A focus on the transformative power of art is coming to Rotterdam museums from 28 September to 8 October. The NN Kunstfestival…
Harbour Run Rotterdam - dates, info, registration
Experience the thrill of the Harbour Run Rotterdam, an annual event offering a challenging obstacle course through the iconic…
Join Klimbosdag: Forest conservation meets fun in Rotterdam
Amidst fluctuating weather conditions and environmental concerns, the first edition of Nationale Klimbosdag (National Climbing…
Baggi returns to Rotterdam with monthly gigs at The Grit
A monthly residency at The Grit has been established, featuring DJ and producer Baggi as the main act, starting this September.…
Explore WTC Rotterdam on Open Monuments Day
ROTTERDAM, 5 September 2023 – This weekend, WTC Rotterdam will participate in Open Monumenten Dag (Open Monuments Day) for the…
Rotterdam Queen & King of the Court beach volleyball tournament
The inaugural Royal Championships for Queen & King of the Court in beach volleyball have been launched in Rotterdam, marking a…
Step into a sundae pint: Ben & Jerry's pop-up in Rotterdam
For two weekends this September, one of the arches in Rotterdam's Hofbogen will be transformed into an interactive pop-up…
New season of latin dance classes at Typical Tropical Rotterdam
As autumn leaves begin to fall, the doors of Typical Tropical dance school in Rotterdam are swung open once again. A new season…
EAIE Conference 2023: Rotterdam takes centre stage in global education
ROTTERDAM, 31 August 2023 – The city's maritime history and its role as a hub for international exchange will be highlighted as…
BRUTUS Space in Rotterdam presents Santiago Sierra's "Pilot"
BRUTUS Space in Rotterdam is set to unveil “Pilot,” an exhibition featuring three significant works by Spanish artist Santiago…
Rotterdam's Open Monuments Day - dates, locations, information
Join the celebration of living heritage at the annual Open Monuments Day (Open Monumentendag) in Rotterdam. Discover monuments,…
Camera Japan film & culture festival Rotterdam - information
Camera Japan is the largest festival for Japanese film and culture in the Benelux. See films, enjoy performances, participate in…
How to experience the Perseid meteor shower in Rotterdam
Look to the sky in the early hours of August 13th, and you'll probably catch a glimpse of the Perseid meteor shower. At its peak,…
Knitwork in the Surf: A dive into Rotterdam's swimwear history
A unique exhibition, 'Breiwerk in de Branding' (Knitwork in the Surf), is set to launch at Huis van de Wijk 'De Hoekstee' on 18…
Angel Delight: A Night of Embroidery at Wereldmuseum Rotterdam
The Wereldmuseum Rotterdam is set to host a unique event on Friday, 18 August, inspired by the embroidery exhibition “Geen…
European Para Championships 2023 Rotterdam - dates, locations, info
In the heart of Rotterdam, a significant event is set to unfold. The European Para Championships 2023 is on the horizon, bringing…
Arab Film Festival Rotterdam - location, dates, screenings
The Arab Film Festival in Rotterdam (AFF) highlights the Arab world from all sides: daily life and politics, but especially the…
Rotterdam Unlimited Summer Carnival - location, date, lineup
Every summer the streets of Rotterdam are privy to a spectacle which has no equal anywhere else in The Netherlands: the Rotterdam…
Padel Copa Rotterdam: International Padel Tournament
ROTTERDAM, 10 July 2023 – In a first for the city, Rotterdam is set to host the Padel Copa Rotterdam, an international padel…
MOMO Fabrique Festival - date, location, artist line-up
The city of Rotterdam is set to host the MOMO Fabrique Festival, a celebration of music, art, and performance, on the 2nd of…
BRUTUS presents Petromelancholia: Exploring the post-oil world
A profound exploration of the post-oil era, “Petromelancholia,” is set to open at Rotterdam's BRUTUS Art Space on 2nd September.…
World Port Days Rotterdam - location, dates, activities
World Port Days (Wereldhavendagen) in Rotterdam is the largest annual maritime event in the Netherlands. It features numerous…