Eindhoven is considered the Netherlands' city of innovation: the internationally renowned Dutch Design Week and spectacular light festivals. The technology city offers a wide range of forward-looking events throughout 2026/2027.
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Illustrative photo <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.
Illustrative photo GLOW Eindhoven 2026 runs from November 7 to 14, turning the city center into a walkable gallery of light art. This free festival features projections and installations by international artists along a set walking route.
Illustrative photo Helldorado 2026 takes place on 14 November at the Klokgebouw in Eindhoven. The one-day festival features more than 20 bands spanning rock, punk, hardcore and metal across three stages, including Eagles of Death Metal, Amenra, Peter Pan Speedrock and Converge. Tickets from approx. €74.
Illustrative photo Revolution Calling 2026 takes place on November 20 and 21 at Klokgebouw Eindhoven. This indoor hardcore punk festival brings international bands such as Cock Sparrer and Blood For Blood together across three stages.
Illustrative photo Eindhoven Metal Meeting 2026 takes place on December 11 and 12 at Effenaar in Eindhoven. This annual indoor festival is dedicated entirely to extreme metal, bringing together more than 30 bands across two stages.
Illustrative photo New Year's Eve 2026/2027 in Eindhoven centres on the free New Years EHVE show at Stadhuisplein on 31 December from 21:00 to 01:30. Light projections, live music and professional midnight fireworks anchor the night, with clubs in the centre and at Strijp-S running until morning.
Illustrative photo Dynamo Metalfest takes place from 13 to 15 August 2027 at the IJssportcentrum Eindhoven. The three-day metal festival continues the Dynamo heritage with international acts, camping and a strong festival atmosphere. Tickets from €99.