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Lesbian Book Club: Poetry Special
De Heksenketel, Utrecht
A special poetry edition of the Lesbian Book Club, discussing Lieke Marsman's 'The Poet and the Devil' and Sappho, with an open mic for queer poetry.
We Will Rock You
DeLaMar, Amsterdam
Experience the only official Queen musical, a spectacular show featuring over 20 legendary hits. Join the rebellion in a future where rock music is forbidden and help bring it back to life.
Un chant d'amour & Tadzio
Eye Filmmuseum, Amsterdam
A screening of Jean Genet's scandalous silent film 'Un chant d'amour' about homoerotic fantasies between prisoners, followed by Erwin Olaf & Frans Franciscus’ 'Tadzio'.
Barbara Forever
Eye Filmmuseum, Amsterdam
A documentary on American filmmaker and queer activist Barbara Hammer. During the 1970s she was one of the first openly lesbian filmmakers in her country who made avant-garde films about lesbian desire and sexuality.
Lazy Queer Sunday: Queer Joy & Gender Euphoria
Savannah Bay, Utrecht
Celebrate queer joy and gender euphoria at this poetry event featuring the new 'Queer & Feminist Poetry Anthology Vol. II'. Enjoy readings from poets, a Q&A, and an open mic session.
Barbara Hammer Night
Eye Filmmuseum, Amsterdam
An evening celebrating the life and work of Barbara Hammer, one of the first openly lesbian American directors to make avant-garde films about lesbian desire and sexuality.
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.
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Coming Up
Amsterdam
Contracorriente
Eye Filmmuseum, Amsterdam
Subtle drama about a Peruvian fisherman’s struggles to keep his homosexual love affair with a dead lover a secret. A bittersweet tale of taboo and lost love against the breathtaking background of the Peruvian coast.
Queen Christina
Eye Filmmuseum, Amsterdam
Greta Garbo stars as the wise Swedish queen who wanders the land in men’s clothes. The film’s ambiguous play with gender identity made it a favourite for the ‘gender cinema’ movement.
Pink Narcissus
Eye Filmmuseum, Amsterdam
This cult classic visualizes the homoerotic fantasies of a young male prostitute, who takes refuge in honeyed fantasies about a narcissistic projection of himself.
Utrecht
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.
SUMMER OF PRIDE KIKI PART III
De Helling, Utrecht
The biggest and fabbest Utrecht ball of the year returns for its third edition, paying tribute to the trans community who have built ballroom culture.
ART HOUSE 17 & Friends: Over the Rainbow
TivoliVredenburg / Grote Zaal, Utrecht
ART HOUSE 17 presents a flamboyant revue where genres and conventions clash, featuring music from Bach to Sufjan Stevens, alongside dance, clowns, and acrobats in an ode to the beauty of diversity.
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.
The Hague
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.
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.
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.
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.
Rotterdam
Queer Bookclub: Surreal queers
Time Window, Rotterdam
A collaborative book club gathering to discuss queer topics. This month's theme is 'Surreal queers', exploring texts that challenge reality.
Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma
LantarenVenster, Rotterdam
An open-air screening of a hilarious and bloody ode to classic '80s B-horror films, introduced by the hosts of the queer podcast De Lesbische Liga.
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.
Sapphic Shots!
OASE Rotterdam, Rotterdam
A casual meetup for sapphics to mingle, play games, flirt with making new friends, and have a good time. Come for the games, stay for the chats, crushes, and connections.
Other cities
Pink Salon
Frankeland, Schiedam
A cozy social gathering for LGBTQ+ seniors from Schiedam, Vlaardingen, and the surrounding areas.
Kweerkafe in Amersfoort
Salon van Zanten, Amersfoort
A monthly meeting place for all queers from Amersfoort and the surrounding area. Besides a cozy café evening, there's often a low-threshold activity and games.
The Art of Bodypaint
Private Garden in Olst, Olst
Immerse yourself in the world of body painting in this day-long workshop celebrating our beautiful and diverse bodies. This colorful day combines playfulness, fun, and deep connection, using special paint to creatively connect with other men.
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