A social group bike ride from Amsterdam to Purmerend and back, with a stop for lunch and drinks.

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TRANS - Zeikstuk
TRANS - Zeikstuk

Saturday, 13-06-2026, 19:30

Theater de Generator, Leiden

A physical theater piece by WILD Productions exploring the experiences of trans people in public restrooms, performed by 23 trans individuals.

Blahaj Blast
Blahaj Blast

Saturday, 13-06-2026, 20:00

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.

A Case for the Existence of God
A Case for the Existence of God

Saturday, 13-06-2026, 20:00

Theater Rotterdam, Rotterdam

An acclaimed, contemporary play about an unlikely friendship between two single fathers who, despite their differences, find a connection through their shared life struggles.

Queering Albion
Queering Albion

Saturday, 13-06-2026, 21:00

Filmhuis Cavia, Amsterdam

A film program investigating the nuance, pain, and joy for queer people in rural places in the British Isles, featuring the film 'God's Own Country' and two shorts.

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Drag Workshop Day - House of Salvia
Drag Workshop Day - House of Salvia

Sunday, 14-06-2026, 10:00

Salvia Arts, Breda

Follow two different drag workshops of your choice at House of Salvia to explore identity, makeup, and performance in a creative and supportive environment.

Walking with ZLG
Walking with ZLG

Sunday, 14-06-2026, 10:00

Varies, see description, 's-Hertogenbosch

Join a beautiful group walk every second Sunday of the month. Enjoy a scenic route in the Den Bosch area with a drink and a pastry along the way.

TRANS Sunday Program
TRANS Sunday Program

Sunday, 14-06-2026, 11:30

Theater de Generator, Leiden

A full-day theater and activism program focusing on trans lives, art, and rights, featuring workshops, performances, and community connection.

Queer Sunday Café + Vintage Market
Queer Sunday Café + Vintage Market

Sunday, 14-06-2026, 13:00

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!

Queer Sunday Café
Queer Sunday Café

Sunday, 14-06-2026, 13:00

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.

Queer Unplugged | Phone-free
Queer Unplugged | Phone-free

Sunday, 14-06-2026, 15:00

Volkshotel, Amsterdam

Celebrate the 1-year anniversary of Queer Unplugged with a phone-free event featuring quiet time for introverts and live music for extroverts. Connect with others offline in a cozy, queer-friendly space.

Grace Ives - Girlfriend Tour
Grace Ives - Girlfriend Tour

Sunday, 14-06-2026, 19:30

Paradiso, Amsterdam

Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter Grace Ives brings her quirky and infectious pop music to Amsterdam, playing short, powerful songs from her critically acclaimed album 'Janky Star'.

Karen Mastique + Stemin
Karen Mastique + Stemin

Sunday, 14-06-2026, 20:00

Cinetol, Amsterdam

Experience an unforgettable night where Maastricht Pride meets Amsterdam's passion, featuring pop/rock powerhouse Karen Mastique and the bold, new live show from Stemin.

Coming Up
Amsterdam
An evening with April
An evening with April

Tuesday, 16-06-2026, 20:30

Café DeLaMar, Amsterdam

Join drag queen royalty Miss April Summer for a spectacular game show! Expect an evening of unforgettable entertainment, sing-alongs, and wonderful prizes.

Out in Tech Amsterdam
Out in Tech Amsterdam

Thursday, 18-06-2026, 19:00

Saarein, Amsterdam

Join our monthly after work drinks event, a relaxed social gathering hosted at Cafe Saarein for LGBTQ+ people and allies in the tech industry.

Workshop Series: UNLEARNING
Workshop Series: UNLEARNING

Thursday, 18-06-2026, 19:15

Klup Amsterdam, Amsterdam

A series of workshops using collage, sensuality, and movement to unlearn established norms around perceptions, relationships, and connections in a safe(r) space.

Utrecht
Being (queer bodies) together
Being (queer bodies) together

Thursday, 18-06-2026, 19:15

Holos, Utrecht

A monthly evening of bodywork, sharing practices, and being together for queer-identifying individuals, exploring different themes each session.

Theater Oester | Angels
Theater Oester | Angels

Thursday, 18-06-2026, 19:30

Villa Concordia, Utrecht

Set in 1980s America during the AIDS epidemic, 'Angels' follows a cast of characters as they grapple with love, fear, identity, and the harsh political and social realities of the era.

Queer City Walk
Queer City Walk

Saturday, 20-06-2026, 15:00

Domplein, Utrecht

Join a free guided city walk through Utrecht and discover places with a rich queer history, from centuries ago to the present day.

The Hague
Queer aan Zee Meetup
Queer aan Zee Meetup

Saturday, 20-06-2026, 15:00

Café De Prael, The Hague

Want to meet new queer people or catch up with old friends? Join the Queer aan Zee Meetup for a cozy social gathering in The Hague.

Girls Nights
Girls Nights

Friday, 26-06-2026, 19:00

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.

The Rebels Club
The Rebels Club

Sunday, 28-06-2026, 15:00

Theater aan het Spui, The Hague

A humorous performance by TG Pardon about self-love and acceptance, told from a queer and feminist perspective. Includes drag, live music, theatre, dance, singing, and sign language.

Rotterdam
Queer Board Game Night
Queer Board Game Night

Tuesday, 16-06-2026, 19:00

Time Window, Rotterdam

Get ready for a night of fabulous fun! Whether you're a board game pro or just love a good time, join us for laughter, strategy, and a sprinkle of queer magic.

BADNAM BASTI aka Alley of Ill Repute
BADNAM BASTI aka Alley of Ill Repute

Wednesday, 17-06-2026, 20:30

WORM Rotterdam, Rotterdam

A screening of Prem Kapoor's legendary, almost lost queer classic from India, Badnam Basti (1971), a story of a truck driver drawn to the man he hires.

Filmtuin: The Blue Caftan
Filmtuin: The Blue Caftan

Thursday, 18-06-2026, 21:30

Eendrachtstuin, Rotterdam

An open-air screening of the Moroccan arthouse film 'The Blue Caftan' in the hidden Eendrachtstuin garden, as part of the yearly Filmtuin series.

Leiden
Pride Comedy
Pride Comedy

Thursday, 03-09-2026, 19:00

Nobel, Leiden

Comedy for and by the Community! An evening with the best queer comedians from the Netherlands, sharp analyses, and emerging talent.

Or Sebastian: Gay Porn Suite
Or Sebastian: Gay Porn Suite

Sunday, 06-09-2026, 20:15

Leidse Schouwburg, Leiden

An a cappella concert for Pride Leiden about the search for identity and the role of sex. Sometimes funny, often deadly serious, unexpectedly poetic and with a pink edge.

KENKI KRIN KRIN
KENKI KRIN KRIN

Saturday, 28-11-2026, 20:30

Theater Ins Blau, Leiden

KENKI KRIN KRIN is an interdisciplinary performance by creator and performer Cherella Gessel (she/he/they), in which different identities are peeled away and rebuilt layer by layer.

Other cities
GayOkay
GayOkay

Tuesday, 16-06-2026, 19:00

Café de 1ste Aanleg, Heemstede

Join GayOkay for the Rainbow Drinks in Heemstede! A great opportunity to chat, socialize, and get to know new people in the community.

Pop Quiz: Queer Edition
Pop Quiz: Queer Edition

Tuesday, 16-06-2026, 19:00

The Social Hub Maastricht, Maastricht

Test your knowledge on queer topics, laugh loud, and celebrate queer culture. Bring your crew and your A-game.

Basics of Shibari Bondage
Basics of Shibari Bondage

Tuesday, 16-06-2026, 19:30

Dynamo, Eindhoven

Join Natsumi Scarlett for a beginner-friendly, hands-on dive into Japanese rope bondage, exploring rope tying, safety, consent, and connection.

Pride Comedy Night
Pride Comedy Night

Tuesday, 16-06-2026, 20:00

Restaurant O55, Apeldoorn

Ready for an evening of humor and inclusivity? This Pride Comedy Show features comedians from the LGBTQ+ community, from seasoned pros to newcomers.

qMeetNL is the comprehensive 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 — in English and Dutch, updated daily.