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Women-only
Wilde Rust Weekend
Friesland, Leeuwarden
A small-scale, non-profit camping weekend for queer and like-minded women in the North of the Netherlands, focused on connection, nature, and workshops.
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.
Queer Ecstatic Dance + Live Sound Bath
Temple of Happiness, Amsterdam
Join a special evening of ecstatic dance with a live music sound bath for queers of all bodies. Experience a liberating journey of self-expression and connection, ending with a beautiful live violin sound bath.
Queer Comedy Night
Leidse Schouwburg, Leiden
Celebrate Leiden Pride with a special queer edition of Lachstof, Leiden's premier comedy talent stage. Enjoy a hilarious evening by queers, for the queer community.
Phaedra in Flames
Meervaart, Amsterdam
A modern take on the classic love drama, this play explores a woman's fight for freedom in a man's world, featuring live music and a powerful story.
Salon of Queer Indoctrinations #6 - PUNKs
WORM Rotterdam, Rotterdam
The Salon of Queer Indoctrinations returns, this time exploring the intersection of queer and punk culture with experimental performances from various artists.
ANALBUM (try-out)
Zaal 3, The Hague
Maxi delivers a whirlwind of pop, camp, and cabaret in a show between a concert and a performance. Experience EDM and ballads infused with humor, exploring themes of desire, taboo, and identity.
Rangeela - Queer Bollywood party
De Ruyschkamer, Amsterdam
Join the queer community for a night of the best Bollywood hits and classics with DJU-C, creating a safe, welcoming, and inclusive space for all.
The Patchwork Family 5 Year Anniversary
Paradiso, Amsterdam
Celebrate the 5th birthday of The Patchwork Family, a queer creative collective, with a 'Best Of' show, DJs, performances, and an afterparty.
Tomorrow
Anxiety Support Group
Kinderboerderij de Kraal, Rotterdam
A peer-led support group for people experiencing anxiety, meeting at Kinderboerderij De Kraal to connect with animals and each other.
Queer Gym turns 5!
Queer Gym, Rotterdam
Celebrate the 5th anniversary of Queer Gym with a birthday bash filled with activities, performances, and queer joy.
Drag Show: "Summer Fever"
The Social Hub Maastricht, Maastricht
Disco, sequins, and fierce performances! Celebrate queer joy with a dazzling summer drag show full of glamour and fun. Hosted by Alectrona.
Pride? Bitches, we need to talk!
Theater De Generator, Leiden
An open conversation about Pride as Protest and Queer Rage during Canal Pride Leiden. Let's discuss how to turn collective anger into collective change.
Sophia van der Putten: Transfloratie
de Brakke Grond, Amsterdam
A queer science fiction performance about trans identity and self-determination, using Gregorian chants, pumping beats, and anime-inspired visuals.
Fringe: Sound Body
Frascati, Amsterdam
A live excavation of sounds from the body-archive, exploring our relationship with sound as a gateway to our life experiences.
CYBERLESQUE
KABUL à GoGo, Utrecht
Celebrate the first anniversary of digi-art and music collective bitcrush fanclub <3. Enter the tease of the future with DJ-sets and theatrical performances.
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Coming Up
Amsterdam
Rope Touch: Naked Shibari Practice
Westerpark, Amsterdam
Monthly beginner-friendly naked practice meetings for men in Amsterdam. Learn and discover Shibari in a friendly and safe environment.
Queerstatic Dance
Odessa Amsterdam, Amsterdam
Every first Sunday evening of the month on the board of the popular ecstatic dance boat
Royal & The Serpent
Paradiso - Upstairs Room, Amsterdam
Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter Royal & The Serpent isn't afraid to share her dark thoughts in her music, creating a body of work centered on intense sensitivity and untamed idiosyncrasy.
Not Another Shit Show: P4rTy GWoRLz N3v4h Di3 edition
de Brakke Grond, Amsterdam
A performance spectacle with six performers from the nightlife scene, moving between dance, theatre, and performance art to explore the figure of the 'party girl'.
Utrecht
The Dresden Dolls
TivoliVredenburg (Ronda), Utrecht
The iconic 'Brechtian punk cabaret' duo, The Dresden Dolls, celebrate the 20th anniversary of their album 'Yes, Virginia...'.
The Lesbian League Live
TivoliVredenburg, Utrecht
The popular Dutch podcast 'The Lesbian League' comes to TivoliVredenburg for a special live show, discussing all things lesbian and queer culture.
The Lesbian League Live Afterparty
TivoliVredenburg, Utrecht
Dance all night to your favorite queer pop bangers and be surprised by unhinged surprise acts at this unique lesbian club night.
The Hague
Queer Run Club
COC Haaglanden, The Hague
Join the Queer Run Club for a friendly 5-kilometer run with other queer people. A great way to be active and social outdoors.
Trans Swimming at Plons The Hague
HHZV Plons, The Hague
A free and accessible swimming training for trans and non-binary people (18+) in The Hague, organized by HHZV Plons. All levels are welcome.
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.
Blahaj Blast
COC Haaglanden, The Hague
A monthly social event for transgender, non-binary, and gender-diverse individuals to meet in a safe and supportive environment. Allies are also welcome.
Rotterdam
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.
Queer Sunday Café + Vintage Market
OASE Rotterdam, Rotterdam
Join your local lesbians for coffee and an activity! We plan an activity and games designed to help break the ice to build friendships and feel part of Rotterdam’s queer community. There will be also Vintage Market at Oase!
Wolf and Dog
WORM Rotterdam, Rotterdam
Screening of Cláudia Varejão's award-winning film 'Wolf and Dog', exploring themes of community, tradition, and queer identity on the Azorean island of São Miguel.
Launch of Qtopia Magazine
Club Ferry Rotterdam, Rotterdam
Join the festive launch of Qtopia, a queer magazine celebrating Rotterdam's culture, art, and creative activism with talks, performances, music, and drinks.
Other cities
Picknick in the Park - Meppel
Wilhelminapark Meppel, Meppel
Picknick in het Wilhelminapark in Meppel
Mini Golf with COC
Midgetgolfbaan Haarlem, Haarlem
Join COC Kennemerland for a fun and sporty afternoon of mini golf on a beautiful, green, park-like course next to the Haarlemmerhout.
Rainbow Drinks Haarlem
Cafe de Lange Heer, Haarlem
Join the monthly Rainbow Drinks event at Cafe de Lange Heer in Haarlem for a cozy social gathering.
Rainbow Drinks Haarlem
Cafe de Lange Heer, Haarlem
Join the monthly Rainbow Drinks social at Cafe de Lange Heer in Haarlem. A welcoming get-together for the LGBTQ+ community and allies.
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