Scheveningen International Fireworks Festival 2026 – Program, Times & Visitor Guide
In August 2026, the International Fireworks Festival in Scheveningen will light up the night sky once again. Over four evenings (two weekends), different countries compete with spectacular shows. Enjoy the free event from the cozy beach cafes or directly from the sandy beach.
Lowlands Festival 2026 – Program, Lineup & Visitor Guide
Lowlands Festival returns 21–23 August 2026 in Biddinghuizen with Tyler, The Creator and Lorde headlining over 250 acts across 12 stages. Weekend tickets including camping are €365, available through Ticketmaster Netherlands.
Kinderdijk Illumination Week 2026 – Lit Windmills, Program & Visitor Guide
From 7 to 12 September 2026, all 19 UNESCO windmills at Kinderdijk are illuminated from 8:15 PM in a spectacular nightly display. Boat tours, kayaking, photography workshops and craft beer evenings make the Verlichtingsweek an unforgettable autumn experience.
Dutch Design Week 2026 – Europe's Largest Design Festival in Eindhoven
<strong>Dutch Design Week 2026</strong> takes place from 17 to 25 October in Eindhoven. Over 2,500 designers present their work across 100+ city locations. Tickets from €15 (students) and from €24.50 (regular) at ddw.nl.
Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) 2026 – 30 Years of ADE, Program & Tickets
From 21 to 25 October 2026, Amsterdam Dance Event celebrates its 30th anniversary with over 1,200 events, 300 venues and 3,300 artists, turning Amsterdam into the global capital of electronic music.
Amsterdam Light Festival 2026/2027 – Light Art on the Canals
Amsterdam Light Festival Edition 15 runs from 26 November 2026 to 17 January 2027, lighting up the historic canals with around 20 artworks by international artists. Free to view on foot; canal cruises from approx. €27.50.
Maastricht Carnival 2027 – Vastelaovend, Boonte Störrem & Visitor Guide
Maastricht Carnival (Vastelaovend) 2027 runs from 7 to 9 February. The highlight is the Boonte Störrem parade on Sunday at 13:33, crossing the Sint Servaasbrug to the Vrijthof. Three days of free street carnival with brass bands, spectacular costumes and the whole city dressed in red, yellow and green.
Maastricht Carnival 2027 – Vastelaovend, Program & Visitor Guide
Maastricht Carnival 2027 (Vastelaovend) takes place 7 to 9 February 2027. Join the legendary Boonte Störrem parade, follow the Zate Hermeniekes brass bands through the streets and celebrate three unforgettable days of Southern Dutch Carnival tradition on Vrijthof and the Markt.
Carnival in Oeteldonk 2027 – Den Bosch Celebrates Carnaval 7–9 February
From 7 to 9 February 2027, 's-Hertogenbosch becomes the legendary village of Oeteldonk. Around 100,000 visitors celebrate under the motto <strong>Kielekielekiele</strong> with the arrival of Prins Amadeiro, the spectacular Grand Parade on Monday and a dedicated children's programme on Tuesday.
TEFAF Maastricht – The World's Leading Art and Antiques Fair
TEFAF Maastricht returns to MECC Maastricht from 13 to 18 March 2027. Over 260 dealers from 20 countries present masterworks spanning 7,000 years of art history. Tickets from €45 available online.
Movies that Matter Festival The Hague 2027 – Program, Tickets & Visitor Guide
The Movies that Matter Festival returns to The Hague from 19 to 27 March 2027. Join nine days of over 90 international human rights films, debates and Q&A sessions at Filmhuis Den Haag and Theater aan het Spui. Tickets from €8.50.
Art Rotterdam 2027 – Contemporary Art Fair at Rotterdam Ahoy
Art Rotterdam returns to Rotterdam Ahoy from 19 to 21 March 2027. Discover contemporary paintings, sculptures, photography, video art and installations from leading international and Dutch galleries. Tickets from €16.50, free for children under 12.