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Today & Tomorrow
The Blue Caftan
Eye Filmmuseum, Amsterdam
A poignant, warm film about a married couple who run a traditional kaftan shop in Morocco and share a deep love, as well as a secret.
Queer City Walk 's-Hertogenbosch with Guide
BHIC (Brabants Historisch Informatie Centrum), 's-Hertogenbosch
Join a guided walk through 's-Hertogenbosch and discover the significant places in the city's queer history. The tour starts with a short tour at the BHIC.
Silent Queer Shorts
Eye Filmmuseum, Amsterdam
'Silent Queer Shorts' guides us through short films and clips from the Eye Filmmuseum collection, covering a range of genres from the early days of film history, with an introduction by a curator.
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.
FLINTA
FLINTA Fridays
ReRoll Works, Amsterdam
A monthly board game night for the FLINTA community to meet, socialize, and enjoy the hobby in a safe and respectful environment in Amsterdam.
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.
Pink Flamingos
Eye Filmmuseum, Amsterdam
John Waters’ cult & shock comedy about a collection of competitive outsiders grouped around drag queen Divine became a figurehead of queer cinema. Not for the faint-hearted.
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Europe & World
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- Eurovision 2027 in Burgas: What Queer Fans Need to Know About Safety
Coming Up
Amsterdam
Badnam Basti
Eye Filmmuseum, Amsterdam
Audacious and seldom screened, Badnam Basti is the first Indian queer film, portraying a bisexual love triangle in a wildly associative, musical melodrama style.
Queer Prom
Mezrab, Amsterdam
It’s the dinner dance and school graduation party you wish you had in high school. A moment to celebrate being queer and have the prom you always wanted, complete with prizes, games, and dancing.
Utrecht
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
Dordrecht Pride 2026
Stadhuisplein, Dordrecht
Dordrecht Pride returns! Celebrate love and inclusivity with a Pride Walk, a Pink Market, live performances, and more at Stadhuisplein.
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.
Visit Pride Leiden - boat parade
Leiden
The Leiden Pride! There will be the boats parade at 13:30 and then live music and DJ party.
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