Illustrative photo De Neude Bierfestival 2026 in Utrecht, Netherlands – Dates, Breweries & Visitor Guide
The De Neude Bierfestival 2026 takes place on 2 and 3 October on Neude square in Utrecht. Ten breweries, food trucks and live music create a lively beer festival in the heart of the city. Tickets from €7.95, 18+ only.
Illustrative photo De Kromme Haring Lagerfest 2026 in Utrecht, Netherlands – Dates, Tickets & Guide
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 Bockbier Festival Utrecht 2026 – Dates, Beers & Visitor Guide
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 Fresh Hop Festival 2026 in Utrecht, Netherlands – Fresh Hop Beers, Dates & Guide
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 Le Guess Who? Utrecht: Dates, Program and Tickets
From 5 to 8 November 2026, Le Guess Who? brings avant garde, indie and world music from across the globe to Utrecht. The central venue is TivoliVredenburg, complemented by numerous other locations across the city center and a guest curator program featuring aja monet, KMRU and more.
Illustrative photo International Chamber Music Festival Utrecht 2026 – Chamber Music between Christmas and New Year
The International Chamber Music Festival Utrecht 2026 runs from 27 to 30 December in Utrecht. Led by Janine Jansen, it offers four days of chamber music with international top musicians – evening concerts at TivoliVredenburg and further events across the city. Tickets from about €14 (under 30) or from about €38 for evening concerts.
Illustrative photo New Year's Eve in Utrecht, Netherlands 2026/2027: Celebrations, Program and Events
New Year's Eve and New Year 2026/2027 in Utrecht centre on a free countdown at Jaarbeursplein, indoor club nights and a fireworks-free city celebration. 31 December 2026 and 1 January 2027 bring music, lights and a shared midnight moment next to Utrecht Centraal. The detailed stage line-up is typically released later in the autumn.
Illustrative photo MidWinter Prog Festival 2027 – Progressive Rock in Utrecht
MidWinter Prog Festival 2027 takes place on 30 January 2027 in the Grote Zaal at TivoliVredenburg in Utrecht. Headliner is Haken; more progressive rock acts will follow. Doors 13:00, tickets from €72.50 (U-pas from €10).
Illustrative photo Festival Vatgerijpt 2027 – Barrel-Aged Beers in Utrecht
Festival Vatgerijpt 2027 in Utrecht (6–7 February) puts barrel-aged beers on tap at Taplokaal Gist, Helling 9. Free entry, cheese, oyster and BBQ stands; optional tastings by reservation. Check the venue website for final details.
Illustrative photo Lentebock Festival Utrecht 2027 – Spring Beer Festival at Janskerkhof
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 Soenda Festival 2027: Techno Festival near Utrecht
Soenda Festival 2027 takes place on May 29 in the Ruigenhoekse Polder near Utrecht. In a single high energy day, it brings international techno and house acts to several stages set among greenery.
Illustrative photo Verknipt Festival Utrecht 2027: Hard Techno at the Strijkviertel
Verknipt Festival takes place on June 5 and 6, 2027 at the Strijkviertel in Utrecht. As one of Europe's leading hard techno festivals, it offers multiple stages, an international line up and an intense, dark rave atmosphere.