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Exhibition Opening: 'Keep Me Safe, Let Me Belong' by Suzanne
COC Haaglanden, The Hague
The opening of a new art exhibition by Suzanne, a 39-year-old autistic, queer artist from The Hague. Her work explores the desire for a safe place and sanctuary.
Shibari Classes at Lola Lieven
Lola Lieven, Amsterdam
A series of Shibari (Japanese rope bondage) classes for all levels, especially beginners, with a focus on LGBTQI+ & marginalised people. Each class includes two hours of instruction and one hour of free practice.
Trans
Trans boardgame night
De Voorkamer, Utrecht
Together with other transgender people, we will play boardgames all evening. We'll provide snacks and games, but feel free to bring some of your own as well!
FLINTA
FLINTA Fridays
ReRoll Works, Amsterdam
A monthly board game night for the FLINTA community to meet, socialize, and enjoy the hobby in a safe and respectful environment in Amsterdam.
Queer Bouldering
Boulder Rotterdam, Rotterdam
Join us for a fun and social bouldering session at Boulder Rotterdam. All levels are welcome, from first-timers to experienced climbers!
Queer Friday The Hague
COC Haaglanden, The Hague
Discover the cozy atmosphere at the COC Café. Start your weekend with inclusivity, networking, and meeting new people in a welcoming environment.
The Sex Sisters Game Show
Stadsschouwburg Utrecht, Utrecht
In their cheerful theater lecture 'The Sex Sisters Game Show,' quiz questions fly by at a rapid pace. An evening that will change your sex life forever.
Women-only
35+ Party at Bar Buka
Bar Buka, Amsterdam
Join the 35+ party at Bar Buka with resident DJ Han. A special night for the 35 and over crowd on selected Fridays.
FLINTA
AMPFEMININE Grad Show 2026
WORM Rotterdam, Rotterdam
Celebrating the second graduating class of the AMPFEMININE DJ mentoring programme. Come see the new names with unstoppable energy.
Tomorrow
Men-only
Power Play: An intro to Conscious BDSM for men+
Temple of Happiness, Amsterdam
This workshop explores the energetic dance of power, presence, and connection in conscious BDSM. It's a path to healing, trust, and deeper intimacy, moving beyond toys and techniques to focus on embodied experience.
Rainbow Garden Rotterdam
Educatieve Tuin Lieven de Key, Rotterdam
Rainbow Garden Rotterdam is an LGBTQ+ friendly community garden where meeting, nature, and gardening together are central.
Queer Resilience Workshop
Gymzaal Huiswaard, Alkmaar
Practice physical, verbal, and mental resilience in this self-defense workshop for LGBTQ+ young adults (18-35).
Ancestry & Artistry
Verhalendepot (in Fenix), Rotterdam
Join an interactive workshop with La Patrona del Ocho to explore your roots, awareness, and decolonization through reflection, connection, and self-empowerment.
United We Shine, DZR Youth Meeting
Het Motorblok, Zaandam
A cozy monthly meeting for LGBTQ+ youth to chat, play games, and connect. Join the Dungeons & Dragons group or just hang out!
WERQ 4th ANNIVERSARY
We Are Queer, Amsterdam
Celebrate the 4th Anniversary of WERQ with a fun team rally around Amsterdam Oost, followed by birthday bites, cake, and an optional borrel.
Duncan Laurence
Royal Theatre Carré, Amsterdam
Dutch songwriter and Eurovision winner Duncan Laurence will perform at Royal Theatre Carré, presenting new music inspired by personal experiences and stories.
Lime Garden
Bitterzoet, Amsterdam
Brighton's four-piece indie band, celebrated in queer circles, brings their signature 'wonkpop' to the stage, expanding on the live energy of their acclaimed debut album.
Nothing Here Now X The Rest is Noise
Muziekgebouw aan 't IJ, Amsterdam
An innovative night of electronic music and performances from a new generation of groundbreaking artists, including Loraine James, Anysia Kym, and 8ULENTINA.
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Coming Up
Amsterdam
Sunday Walk on Marken
Marken Island, Amsterdam
A 6 km group walk at a leisurely pace on the historic island of Marken, exploring its dikes, mounds ('werven'), and old streets.
Pink in Kadoelen
Buurtkamer Kadoelen, Amsterdam
A monthly pink networking meeting at Buurtkamer Kadoelen in Amsterdam North. A place to meet each other, with friends and family also welcome.
Fatale Cabaret: Beautiful Creatures Closing
Melkweg Expo, Amsterdam
On the final day of the Beautiful Creatures exhibition, Fatale Cabaret takes over Melkweg Expo for an afternoon of performances and music celebrating queer creativity.
Queer Poetry Night
Pakhuis de Zwijger, Amsterdam
The Unwanted Words Project celebrates spoken word, poetry, storytelling, op-eds, drama and music with a popular open mic series.
Utrecht
Queer Emancipation: How Progressive is the Netherlands Anymore?
TivoliVredenburg, Utrecht
A Science Café talk exploring the current state of queer emancipation and social acceptance in the Netherlands with experts in history, sociology, and political science.
Book Launch: Queer Flora, Fauna and Funga
Savannah Bay, Utrecht
Join the launch of 'Queer Flora, Fauna, and Funga,' an anthology highlighting sexual and gender diversity in nature through art and creative writing.
Queer Book Club: Orlanda by Jacqueline Harpman
De Uithoek handarbeidlokaal, Utrecht
Come discuss books and make new friends at this English-language queer book club.
Drinks & Talk LGBT+
Café Kalff, Utrecht
Join us for a casual evening of drinks and conversation at Café Kalff. A great opportunity to meet new people in the Utrecht LGBT+ community.
The Hague
Rainbow Living Room Dance Palace
COC Café, The Hague
A cozy 1.5-hour music afternoon for LGBTIQ+ people aged 55+, led by a record spinner. Listen to favorite songs, share memories, and dance in a small-scale, warm living-room atmosphere.
Beyond The Ball by Aqueerius
Theater aan het Spui, The Hague
Experience the pink revolution of the French Baroque in 'Beyond The Ball,' a new baroque-wave musical about the queer icon, opera diva, and master duelist, Julie d’Aubigny.
Girls Nights
Skatepark Sweatshop, The Hague
A monthly skate night for girls and queer people of all ages and skill levels. A safe space to skate and meet new like-minded people.
Rotterdam
Salsa 3-Hour Basic QUEER Rotterdam
Theater Zuidplein, Rotterdam
Learn to dance Salsa in just 3 hours! This bootcamp is for everyone who wants to learn the basic elements of Cuban Salsa.
Pink Celebration – Be Yourself
Arminius, Rotterdam
Join an inspiring Pride Celebration at the Arminiuskerk with the theme 'Be Yourself'. This inclusive event celebrates love and diversity, with a special focus on the stories of trans and non-binary individuals.
TransCafé COC Rotterdam
COC Rotterdam, Rotterdam
A cozy 'second living room' for everyone exploring gender variations. A safe and welcoming space to connect, share experiences, and be yourself.
ESSM Pride Kick-Off
LantarenVenster, Rotterdam
Kick off ESSM Pride Week with an evening of stories, a film screening by Queer Cinema, and a discussion with keynote speaker Jade Hu.
Other cities
Haarlem: Walk with COC
Haarlem, Haarlem
Join a friendly group walk on the third Sunday of every month. A great way to socialize and enjoy the outdoors with the community.
Rainbow Celebration
Doopsgezinde kerk, Haarlem
Celebrate diversity at the Rainbow Celebration with workshops like candle making, choir practice, and queer bible readings after a communal lunch.
Beats, Bites & Booze #3
Ketelhuis Strijp-S, Eindhoven
Beats, Bites & Booze is an interactive music game show in Eindhoven, hosted by drag queen Belle Blaas. Together with a DJ and two guest artists, you'll experience an evening full of music, games, performances, bites, and cocktails.
Rainbow Living Room Dance Palace
Lipsius building, Leiden
A cozy 1.5-hour music afternoon for LGBTIQ+ people aged 55+, led by a record spinner. Listen to favorite songs, share memories, and dance in a small-scale, warm living-room atmosphere.
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