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 De Kromme Haring Lagerfest 2026 takes place on 10 October from 14:00 at the brewpub in Utrecht. The annual celebration of all things lager offers craft lagers, comfort food and a relaxed atmosphere. Tickets from €17.50.
Illustrative photo The Dark Flight Bierfestival 2026 takes place on 10 October in Hazerswoude-Dorp, Netherlands. It focuses on dark and specialty beers and offers beer lovers a chance to taste and discover. Please check current details on times and tickets closer to the date.
Illustrative photo The National Bock Beer Day Zutphen takes place on 11 October 2026 from 12:00 to 19:00 in the historic centre of Zutphen. Featuring a bock beer market, a large nostalgic parade and live music, it is one of the best-known bock beer festivals in the Netherlands. Admission is free.
Illustrative photo Bokbier Weekend Haarlem 2026 takes place from 16 to 18 October in Haarlem’s city centre. Cafés around Grote Markt serve autumn bock beer, tastings and evening events. Entry is free; you pay for drinks at the venues.
Illustrative photo The Bockbier Festival Utrecht 2026 takes place from 16 to 18 October at Janskerkhof. Over 25 bock beers, live music, BBQ and tastings create a true autumn atmosphere in Utrecht. Tickets available online.
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 Belgische Bierweek De Beyerd 2026 takes place from 17 to 25 October at Café & Brouwerij De Beyerd in Breda. The focus is on Belgian specialty beers and the cosy atmosphere of this traditional beer café. Entrance is normally free.
Illustrative photo Het Lekkerste Bockbier van Nederland 2026 takes place on 17 October in Ermelo at Burg Bieren and Café de Hazeburg. This closed blind tasting crowns the most popular bock beer in the Netherlands.
Illustrative photo The Fresh Hop Festival 2026 takes place on 17 October from 12:00 to 23:00 at the Proeflokaal vandeStreek in Utrecht. The focus is on fresh hop beers from Dutch breweries, live music and an Oktoberfest atmosphere. Tickets approx. €27.50.
Illustrative photo Awakenings ADE 2026 brings eight techno shows to the Sugarfactory near Amsterdam from October 21 to 25, featuring names like Adam Beyer, Jeff Mills and Joris Voorn during Amsterdam Dance Event.
Illustrative photo 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.
Illustrative photo DGTL ADE 2026 takes place from October 22 to 25 in Amsterdam, spread across the NDSM Warehouse and the Kromhouthal. This sustainability driven techno and house festival brings eight standalone events to the historic former shipyard.