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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.
COC Speak In
Hotel Haarhuis, Arnhem
A place where LGBTI+ people come together to share their concerns about the societal developments that affect us.
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.
Women-only
Women's Café Leeuwarden
Boutique Hotel Catshuis, Leeuwarden
A cozy get-together for women to chat, have a drink, and dance in the cellar of Hotel Catshuis. The music starts mellow and then picks up for dancing.
Men-only
Spandex Party
Dirty Dicks Amsterdam, Amsterdam
An afternoon of skin-tight excitement for men who love the embrace of Lycra and Spandex. Show off your gear and connect with others who share the obsession.
Holland's Best Drag Artist 2026 - 39th Edition
Villa Thalia, Rotterdam
The finalists will take the stage to present their most beautiful creations and best acts live, a breathtaking show full of glitter and glamour.
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.
More News
Amsterdam & Netherlands
Europe & World
Culture & Lifestyle
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- HBO's 'Lanterns' Isn't a Gay Romance, But It's Still a Queer Love Story
Coming Up
Amsterdam
Slayyyter WOR$T GIRL IN THE WORLD TOUR
Paradiso, Amsterdam
Slayyyter, one of contemporary pop's great shapeshifters, brings her 'WOR$T GIRL IN THE WORLD TOUR' to Paradiso, showcasing a raw and confident sound that blends punk, pop, and rap.
Monthly Roze Stadsdorp Drink
Tolhuistuin, Amsterdam
The central, monthly get-together of Roze Stadsdorp Amsterdam. A great opportunity to meet new people and catch up in a friendly atmosphere in Amsterdam-Noord.
NEW SHIT
KLUP, Amsterdam
A new monthly open mic for queer and trans writers to share their newest 5-minute reads. Bring your work to share or just come to listen.
Bike Tour to Zaandam
Meeting point: Ferry behind Central Station (Buiksloterwegveer), Amsterdam
A scenic 35km bike ride to Zaandam, meeting at the ferry behind Amsterdam Central Station and returning via the Hembrugpont.
Utrecht
Queer Book Club: Monstrilio
De Uithoek handarbeidlokaal, Utrecht
Come discuss books and make new friends at this queer book club hosted by Utrecht LGBT+.
🍷🎩 Bougie & Boozy Hike 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
Utrecht Centraal, Utrecht
Join a 14km queer hike from Baarn to Bussum-Zuid through the scenic 't Gooi region, followed by drinks and snacks at a café with a view.
Club Fataal
EKKO, Utrecht
After several sold-out editions of their pop-up bar concept, Café Fataal is ready to take over the night. This recurring initiative offers lesbian queer people in Utrecht an inclusive, accessible, and safe(r) space to meet.
Zou Je Van Mij Houden
Stadsschouwburg Utrecht, Utrecht
In Dutch. A personal performance by artist Leendert Vooijce exploring gender identity, masculinity, and femininity through a blend of poetry, theater, and visual arts.
The Hague
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.
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.
Community Talk with Ype Driessen and the Queer Book Club
Bibliotheek Segbroek, The Hague
Join a conversation with queer author Ype Driessen and discover his new novel 'Vanilla'.
Rotterdam
Queer Poetry Nights Rotterdam
Poortgebouw, Rotterdam
A new season of monthly open mic evenings in Rotterdam dedicated to queer voices, stories, and collective expression in a safer, community-centered space.
Co-working thursday
Queer Rotterdam, Rotterdam
Join fellow queer people for a co-working day. A quiet space to work with free coffee, tea, and wifi is provided. Feel free to join for as long as you want.
UNDERGROUND DRAG
Karaokebar Uniek, Rotterdam
An alternative, camp, and sexy queer dance party featuring live performances by local drag kings and burlesque artists.
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.
Other cities
Queer Night Wednesday
Timestamp, Arnhem
Play laser tag, sing karaoke, shoot your shot at Crazy Pool, and play Queer Music Bingo with host Vera Virgin at Timestamp and Café Queers.
Pretty Girls
Verkadefabriek, 's-Hertogenbosch
A compelling thriller about love, loss, and a hidden history.
Bisou Bisou RAWR
Café Wilhelmina, Eindhoven
A queer performance night during Dutch Design Week, celebrating one year of Bisou Bisou with bold, strange, and experimental ideas on stage, followed by dancing.
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Whether you're a local, a queer expat or a gay tourist, discover the queer events, gay-friendly venues, and LGBTQ+ news — in English and Dutch, updated daily.
