The Netherlands are known for their creative, open-minded events scene – from electronic music festivals to canal celebrations in Amsterdam and design and culture events in Rotterdam. Throughout 2026/2027, the country offers a wide range of events blending tradition with modern creativity.
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Illustrative photo 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.
Illustrative photo 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.
Illustrative photo 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.
Illustrative photo Utrecht's Janskerkhof square fills with over 20 spring bock beers, live music and a Top Bock election for a weekend of local craft brewing.
Illustrative photo From March 26 to 28, 2027, DGTL Festival Amsterdam brings premium techno and house beats to the industrial NDSM Docklands. Experience the forefront of electronic music, cutting-edge stage art, and a profound commitment to sustainability.
Illustrative photo Paaspop 2027 takes place from 26 to 28 March at the De Molenheide festival grounds in Schijndel. The 50th edition and official opening of the Dutch festival season offers three days of multi-genre music in giant tents. ```
Illustrative photo Masters of Hardcore 2027 – The Masterplan takes place on 27 March 2027 from 13:00 to 23:00 at the Brabanthallen in ’s-Hertogenbosch. The world’s largest indoor hardcore event features intense stages, strong production and an official afterparty. Tickets are not yet on sale.
Illustrative photo The Gouda Cheese Market traditionally takes place every Thursday from April to August on the historic Markt square. The 2026 season ended on 27 August; 2027 dates (expected from April) have not yet been officially confirmed. Watch traditional cheese trading, visit the 17th-century weigh house and enjoy Dutch crafts and freshly made stroopwafels. Free admission.
Illustrative photo Rewire Festival returns to The Hague from 8 to 11 April 2027 for its 16th edition. Four days of avant-garde, electronic and experimental music across churches, galleries and theatres in the city centre. First confirmed act: avant-garde icon Diamanda Galás.
Illustrative photo From 9 to 11 April 2027, REBiRTH Festival in Haaren officially opens the European hardstyle season. With 18 areas, massive laser shows and its own campsite village, it is one of Europe's biggest hard dance weekends.
Illustrative photo The Hop On Hop Off Festival 2027 takes place from 9 to 11 April at the Kunstijsbaan in Breda. The largest specialty beer and food-truck festival in the Benelux has free admission; tastings use a glass and tokens.
Illustrative photo From 14 to 18 April 2027, the 80th Bloemencorso Bollenstreek fills the Netherlands with colour and fragrance. Spectacular floats adorned with millions of spring blooms travel 42 kilometres from Noordwijk to Haarlem. Free to watch from the roadside; grandstand seats from €32.50.