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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Illustrative photo 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.
Illustrative photo 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.
Illustrative photo 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.
Illustrative photo 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.
Illustrative photo 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.
Illustrative photo 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.
Illustrative photo 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.