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WorldPride Conference
Beurs van Berlage, Amsterdam
The WorldPride Amsterdam Human Rights Conference, taking place from August 5-7, 2026, focuses on connecting and inspiring people in the fight for equal rights.
OUR STORIES — Chinese Queer Artists in The Hague
Nowhere Netherlands, The Hague
A group exhibition by three Chinese queer artists exploring themes of love, memory, identity, care, and survival through painting, photography, and installation.
Women-only
Tasty Stories in All the Colours of the Rainbow
Bunk Amsterdam, Amsterdam
Luna Lunettes serves Tasty Stories à la carte at your table. Short stories in all the colours of the rainbow, served with love, a pinch of queerness and topped with femininity.
A Quickie in The Bookshop: From Turkey with Love & Living in Silence for Too Long
The Bookshop at ITA, Amsterdam
As part of Pride, The Bookshop hosts an evening of two separate queer performances in Dutch: Harun Balci's 'From Turkey with Love' and Merel Severs & Jimmi Heijgelaar's 'Living in Silence for Too Long'.
Queer Prom Night
Het Concertgebouw, Amsterdam
Experience the high school prom as it always should have been: inclusive, proud, and full of queer joy. Hosted by Vera Siemons and Annefleur Schipper, this glamorous night features live music in the Grote Zaal.
Kinky Masterclass No 20 - Sexualized Drug Use
Fosbury & Sons, Amsterdam
An inclusive safe space for curious kinksters to meet and be educated by experts about the world of kink, fetish, and sexualized drug use.
Transgender Evening
Amsterdam, Amsterdam
Monthly social gathering for transgender people in Amsterdam
LGBTQIA+ Book Club Amsterdam August: Manhunt by Gretchen Felker-Martin
Amsterdam
Join us at the Queer Book Club of Amsterdam! This event brings together people who love reading and sharing queer literature. We’re a group of readers and book enthusiasts who enjoy open conversations, good stories, an open community and diverse voices.
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DeLaMar, Amsterdam
Experience the iconic Broadway classic in the full English version, an intimate rock musical written by Jonathan Larson, the man behind the iconic musical Rent.
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DeLaMar Theater, Amsterdam
Experience the iconic Broadway classic, an intimate rock musical by Jonathan Larson, creator of Rent, performed entirely in English.
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Coming Up
Amsterdam
Een quickie met Robbeduz en Thorn de Vries
Internationaal Theater Amsterdam, Amsterdam
An evening with two separate queer performances: 'BODySCAN 223' by Robbeduz and Guenter Raler, and 'SCHILLEN' by Thorn de Vries, as part of ITA's Pride programming.
Expo: ‘Unity’ - WorldPride Amsterdam 2026
Meervaart, Amsterdam
A photography exhibition focusing on identity, visibility, connection, and inclusion within the LGBTQIA+ community, as part of WorldPride Amsterdam 2026.
Silver Foxes
Het Amsterdams Theaterhuis, Amsterdam
A hilarious play exploring aging, belonging, and adversity as three middle-aged men navigate personal challenges in funny, touching, and surprising ways.
Teaches of Peaches (2024)
Melkweg, Amsterdam
In honor of the Peaches concert on August 7th, we are showing the recent documentary 'Teaches of Peaches' one more time. Concert attendees receive a 50% discount!
Utrecht
The Mad Sexton of the Dom Tower
Domtoren, Michaëlskapel, Utrecht
Razor-sharp theater about our Queer history. A fast-paced history lesson and a cutting black comedy in one, at the location where it all began.
Rainbow Festival
TivoliVredenburg, Utrecht
A festive afternoon for LGBTQ+ people with intellectual disabilities, featuring music, dancing, games, creative activities, and opportunities to meet new people.
T4T Day: BIPOC Trans Picnic
Utrecht, Utrecht
A chill picnic day for BIPOC trans and non-binary people to connect, share food, and chat. Includes a guided sketching workshop. Admission is free, but sign-up is required.
Queer Book Club: Hijab Butch Blues
Julianapark, Utrecht
Come discuss books and make new friends at this queer book club meeting in the park. This month's book is 'Hijab Butch Blues' by Lamya H.
The Hague
City Walks: The Hague's Queer History Summer 2026
Haags Historisch Museum (Meeting Point), The Hague
Join a two-hour walking tour to discover The Hague's rich queer history, activism, and emancipation. Guides share stories and invite participants to share their own experiences.
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.
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.
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
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!
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.
Queertied Peer Rope with Beginner Workshop
Small gym hall, Rotterdam
A playful, welcoming rope hangout for the queer community and allies to explore shibari, connection, and silliness with safety and care. Includes an optional beginner's workshop.
Sunday Afternoon Salon
COC Rotterdam, Rotterdam
A cozy Sunday afternoon for LGBTQI+ individuals aged 50 and over, with drinks, snacks, and an optional shared meal.
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