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Queer Nongkrong
Studio/K, Amsterdam
CinemAsia invites the queer community to Queer Nongkrong, inspired by the Indonesian spirit of 'nongkrong'—the joy of casual togetherness. This event is about celebrating connection through activities and enjoying each other's company.
Drag Workshop
STADSKANT, Gouda
Have you always wanted to try drag but don't know where to start? House of Salvia is giving an inspiring drag makeup workshop at STADSKANT in Gouda.
Chicos Mambo - Tutu
DeLaMar, Amsterdam
Feast your eyes on this funny and visually stunning ode to dance! Across 20 scenes the six dancers of Chicos Mambo put their own spin on iconic ballet, modern dance, ballroom, acrobatic dance, and much more.
Film: Amoeba
Rialto De Pijp, Amsterdam
A rebellious schoolgirl at an elite Singaporean school forms a secret gang with her misfit friends, testing their bond as they navigate the pressures of conformity and their impending futures.
AMSGMC Spring Talent Show
NDSM Theater, Amsterdam
The Amsterdam Gay Men's Chorus singers and dancers compete for a spot in the summer show. Join them for an afternoon of joy and gezelligheid!
Queer Unplugged | Phone-free Hangout in Amsterdam
Volkshotel, Amsterdam
Join a phone-free hangout for the queer community. Enjoy a quiet period for reading or journaling, followed by a social session with live music from local queer artists.
Double Author Visit at the Literary Salon
Buurthuis De Coenen, Amsterdam
In Dutch. Experience a special literary salon featuring interviews with two acclaimed authors, Gerard van Emmerik and Ted van Lieshout, discussing their latest works.
Film: 10s Across the Borders
Studio/K, Amsterdam
An intimate documentary celebrating Southeast Asia's underground ballroom scene. Follow three pioneers as they find family and express their queer identity through dance.
Maspalomas
Cinema the Pulse, Amsterdam
A 76-year-old man, who came out 25 years ago, suffers a stroke and is forced back into the closet by his daughter, confronting fears and dilemmas that cross generations.
La Cena (The Dinner)
Cinema The Pulse, Amsterdam
Manuel Gómez Pereira returns with a sharp and lively dramedy that plunges us into a very special dinner. Two weeks after the end of the Civil War, Franco hosts a celebratory dinner at the Hotel Palace.
Matteo Lane: WE GOTTA CATCH UP!
Koninklijk Theater Carré, Amsterdam
American stand-up comedian and artist Matteo Lane brings his new show 'WE GOTTA CATCH UP!' to Amsterdam, sharing hilarious observations on daily life and his experiences as an openly gay man.
Film: Girlfriends
Studio/K, Amsterdam
A queer film about a woman filmmaker navigating relationships with women across different life stages, told in reverse chronological order from Hong Kong to Macau.
Film: Bel Ami
Eye Filmmuseum, Amsterdam
In a small Chinese town, the paths of a middle-aged gay man, a lesbian couple, and a curious restaurant owner cross in their search for love and connection.
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Trans Swimming
Amsterdam, Amsterdam
A safe, enclosed swimming session for transgender and non-binary individuals, hosted by a transgender lifeguard and a non-binary person in Amsterdam.
Marlon Magnée Live
Tolhuistuin, Amsterdam
After fifteen years with the iconic French band La Femme, co-founder Marlon Magnée embarks on a solo career. A significant figure in the queer alternative scene, his project blends electro-pop with rockabilly, punk, and drag aesthetics.
Walk on Tuesday, April 14
Metrostation Noord (meeting point), Amsterdam
50+ Join a varied 13-kilometer circular walk through Amsterdam-Noord, exploring parks and historic areas.
ANOHNI and the Johnsons
Koninklijk Theater Carré, Amsterdam
ANOHNI and the Johnsons return for their first tour since 2010, performing their new album 'My Back Was A Bridge For You To Cross' along with songs from their entire catalog.
Utrecht
Queer Book Club: Confessions of a Mask
De Uithoek handarbeidlokaal, Utrecht
Join the Queer Book Club to discuss 'Confessions of a Mask' by Yukio Mishima and make new friends in an inclusive, English-speaking environment.
Being (queer bodies) together
Holos, Utrecht
A monthly evening of bodywork, sharing practices, and being together for queer-identifying individuals, exploring different themes each session.
Striptopia Club Night
Kabul à GoGo, Utrecht, Utrecht
A high-energy adult playground where music and live performance collide. Tip performers with Striptopia Dollars and enjoy a playful nod to the classic American strip club fantasy, reimagined with humor and care.
No Men Beyond This Point
Theater Kikker, Utrecht
A feminist sci-fi play about a utopian future without men, where the sudden appearance of a wild man uncovers the dark side of paradise.
The Hague
Queer Book Club: In the Spider's Room
Centrale Bibliotheek, DOK B, The Hague
A book club session discussing Muhammad Abdelnabi’s 'In the Spider’s Room', a novel about the infamous Queen Boat affair targeting Egypt’s gay community.
4.48 PSYCHOSIS
Theater aan het Spui, The Hague
Sarah Kane's infamous cult classic brought to the stage by director Erasmus Mackenna, a physical and musical monologue exploring dysphoria, love, and loss.
Rotterdam
Queer Climbers Bouldering Session
Monk Bouldergym Rotterdam, Rotterdam
Join the queer climbers for a fun bouldering session at Monk. All levels, from experienced to first-timers, are welcome for an evening of climbing, games, and community.
Bongeziwe Mabandla
LantarenVenster, Rotterdam
South African singer-songwriter Bongeziwe Mabandla is known for his unique blend of afro-folk, soul, and electronica, and his agile voice that shifts effortlessly to a velvety falsetto.
Queer Connection
Rotterdam, Rotterdam
Looking to meet new queer friends and/or lovers in Rotterdam? Join Queer Events for cozy mingling, guided conversations, and connection-building.
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.
Leiden
Sven Ratzke: We Could Be Heroes
Leidse Schouwburg, Leiden
Singer and entertainer Sven Ratzke dives into the magical Bowie universe one last time, armed with new, sizzling arrangements and a phenomenal band.
Adam & Evert
Leidse Schouwburg, Leiden
Adam & Evert is a tragicomic rollercoaster full of sharp humor, recognizable arguments, and intimate moments that sometimes come too close.
Dark Music for Happy People
Nobel, Leiden
A music festival for sensitive, queer, soft goth, and neurodivergent people, featuring melancholic yet danceable alt-pop acts and a silent disco.
Caat VrijMiBo: Drag Bingo with Christine Carrington
Leidse Schouwburg, Leiden
Join the flamboyant Christine Carrington for a fabulous evening of drag bingo, filled with humor, glamour, and surprising prizes to kick off your weekend.
Other cities
Rainbow Café
STADSKANT, Gouda
A cozy get-together for LGBTQIA+ individuals and allies for conversation, games, drinks, connection, and friendship in a safe and respectful environment.
Meetup: Bi+ in Leeuwarden
Leeuwarden, Leeuwarden
Meet other bi+ people to share experiences about being bi+ and relationships!
HTQ x Klimmuur Haarlem
Klimmuur Haarlem, Haarlem
Queer climbers, we get the entire Klimmuur Haarlem to ourselves and our community again! Come by to climb or just hang out.
qMeetNL is the comprehensive English-language LGBTQ+ guide to Amsterdam and the Netherlands.
Whether you're a local, a queer expat or a gay tourist, discover the queer events, gay-friendly venues, and LGBTQ+ news — all in English, updated daily.