Events in Groningen 2026-2027 / Netherlands

Groningen delights with one of Europe's youngest populations and an accordingly lively festival scene. The Dutch university city offers a wide range of events throughout 2026/2027.

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Wild Festival Groningen 2026: Craft Beer and Wild Fermentation Illustrative photo
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Wild Festival Groningen 2026: Craft Beer and Wild Fermentation

The Wild Festival Groningen 2026 brings craft beer, wild fermentation, natural wine and cider to EM2 in Groningen on 16 and 17 October, featuring international breweries and producers.

Oct 16, 2026
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WinterWelVaart Groningen 2026 – Historic Ships, Lights & Winter Magic Illustrative photo
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WinterWelVaart Groningen 2026 – Historic Ships, Lights & Winter Magic

WinterWelVaart Groningen 2026 takes place from 11 to 13 December in the historic A-kwartier. Around 20 illuminated historic ships, live performances, art and a cosy winter atmosphere make this free event one of the city’s most atmospheric winter highlights.

Dec 11, 2026
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New Year's Eve in Groningen, Netherlands 2026/2027: Celebrations & Program Illustrative photo
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New Year's Eve in Groningen, Netherlands 2026/2027: Celebrations & Program

New Year’s Eve 2026/2027 in Groningen pairs the Winterstad market on the Grote Markt with clubs, bars and a possible public countdown in the city centre. 31 December 2026 and 1 January 2027 fall on Thursday and Friday; consumer fireworks are banned across the municipality. Check visitgroningen.nl from late autumn for confirmed parties and tickets.

Dec 31, 2026
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Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) 2027 in Groningen – Line-up, Conference & Tickets Illustrative photo
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Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) 2027 in Groningen – Line-up, Conference & Tickets

From January 13-16, 2027, Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) in Groningen brings together the European music industry. Discover over 300 emerging pop and indie artists live across the city and experience Europe's most vital music conference.

Jan 13, 2027
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Hullabaloo Festival Groningen 2027: Electronic and Pop Open Air in Stadspark Illustrative photo
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Hullabaloo Festival Groningen 2027: Electronic and Pop Open Air in Stadspark

Hullabaloo Festival Groningen 2027 fills Stadspark with two days of pop, hiphop, R&B and electronic music. Known as the festival of the North, it takes place on 4 and 5 September at the Drafbaan.

Sep 04, 2027
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Grasnapolsky Groningen 2027: Discovery Festival with Music and Art Illustrative photo
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Grasnapolsky Groningen 2027: Discovery Festival with Music and Art

Grasnapolsky returns to Groningen in 2027, held on the grounds of the former sugar factory. The discovery festival blends music, art and expeditions at a unique historic location, though exact dates are not yet confirmed.

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Just in Baxfest Groningen 2027: Craft Beer Festival at the Suikerunieterrein Illustrative photo
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Just in Baxfest Groningen 2027: Craft Beer Festival at the Suikerunieterrein

Just in Baxfest 2027 brings more than 20 international craft breweries, food trucks and live music to the Suikerunieterrein in Groningen. Exact dates for 2027 have not yet been confirmed.

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