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Rob Jetten Sworn In as Netherlands' First Openly Gay Prime Minister
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Stedelijk Museum Alkmaar Invites Queer Look at Historical Art
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Breda Slashes Funding for Year-Round LGBTQ+ Services, COC Cries Foul Over 'Symbolic Politics'
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Trans Podium Announces World Pride 2026 Edition at Paradiso, Issues Call for Performers
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Queer History Month Netherlands March 2026
Feb 21, 2026
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Queer Poetry Night
Pakhuis de Zwijger, Amsterdam
The Unwanted Words Project celebrates spoken word, poetry, storytelling, op-eds, drama and music with a popular open mic series.
Gavin Friday
Koninklijk Theater Carré, Amsterdam
Irish singer, composer, and performance artist Gavin Friday presents his new album 'Ecce Homo' in an evening of new music and classics from his rich oeuvre.
LGBTQIA+ storytelling night
Mezrab, Amsterdam
An evening of queer stories and music from Mezrab regulars and new faces, celebrating community through the power of storytelling.
STOMP 101 - Queer Line Dancing Amsterdam
Huis van Iemand Anders, Amsterdam
Join STOMP for a queer-founded and centered line dancing workshop. Learn classic country dances mixed with current favorites in a welcoming, joyful, and friendly atmosphere for all dance levels.
Giovanni's Room
Internationaal Theater Amsterdam, Amsterdam
Director Eline Arbo adapts James Baldwin's timeless classic into a musical performance about love, identity, and the fear of being yourself. A poignant story about passion, loss, and the struggle between intense desire and societal expectations.
Foxtrot the Musical
Chassé Theater, Breda
Experience the legendary Dutch musical 'Foxtrot' by Annie M.G. Schmidt and Harry Bannink. This new adaptation, set in the turbulent 1930s, tells a story of love, dreams, and impossible choices in bustling Amsterdam.
FORWARD Amsterdam Event
Baker & McKenzie Amsterdam N.V., Amsterdam
Join the FORWARD Amsterdam Event for a talk on LGBTQIA+ asylum with guest speaker Sandro Kortekaas, founder of LGBT Asylum Support, followed by a social gathering.
QP Bar Night - Speedfriending
COC Cafe, The Hague
A cozy night of ice breakers that organically grow into deeper chats. Those new to the city or just looking to make connections with like-minded people. Come make some friends in a fun, low-pressure setting. You're welcome as you are, we can't wait to see you there!
Brave Space: a new evening of queer storytelling
Theater Bellevue, Amsterdam
Join Brave Space for an evening of queer stories, a charming host, exciting games, and rainbow community family vibes in a welcoming space for the LGBTQ+ community.
WikiFriday
IHLIA LGBTI Heritage, Amsterdam
Join the monthly WikiFriday to help describe more women-related and/or LGBTIQ+ topics on Wikipedia. This free event is for both new and experienced editors.
Q Kitchen by Aydin & Nata
Buurthuis De Horizon, Amsterdam
A cooking social bringing together LGBTQ+ food lovers and friends for cooking sessions, socializing, and great food at Buurthuis De Horizon in Amsterdam West.
Queertied Peer Rope beginner & intermediate workshops
Rotterdam, Rotterdam
A playful, welcoming rope hangout where everyone can tinker, tie, tumble, and learn at their own pace. This is a space to explore queerness, connection, and silliness with safety and care.
My Little Puny & Keta Minaj
Kanteen25, Amsterdam
In Dutch. Drag Race Holland stars My Little Puny and Keta Minaj present a unique performance that goes beyond entertainment.
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After Hours
Club NYX, Amsterdam
When the last clubbers have left, the cleaner turns on the lights. He takes you into his world: the nightclub in daylight, where lost items tell their stories.
Queer aan Zee Meetup
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.
Be Pride Bowling Night
Amsterdam, Amsterdam
Join the Be Pride community for a fun evening of bowling, followed by a social meetup. A great way to meet new people in a relaxed atmosphere.
BECOMING Body Politics
Zaal 3, The Hague
A unique queer event exploring identity and sexuality through intimacy, party, sensuality, dialogue, art, and glitter. This edition focuses on body politics and the body positivity movement.
Club Queersten
TivoliVredenburg, Utrecht
Welcome to Club Queersten: an iconic queer night of glitter, guts, and boundless energy, featuring a spectacular lineup of queer performers, comedians, and musicians.
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.
The Big QUEER Tour - ReQueering History
Koningsplein, Amsterdam
Join The Big QUEER Tour to explore and celebrate LGBTQ+ history like never before in person!
Story in the Hall - Queer and Pop Culture
Frans Hals Museum, Haarlem
Discover artworks in the Frans Hals Museum related to queer themes. A guide will discuss how artists, past and present, represent queer history and pop culture in their work.
Rainbow Drinks Haarlem
Cafe de Lange Heer, Haarlem
Join the monthly Rainbow Drinks social at Cafe de Lange Heer in Haarlem. A welcoming get-together for the LGBTQ+ community and allies.
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.
Queerstatic Dance
Odessa Amsterdam, Amsterdam
Every first Sunday evening of the month on the board of the popular ecstatic dance boat
Solidarity Dinner
Nivon Rotterdam, Rotterdam
A solidarity dinner to raise funds for Hande Kader Solidarity, an organization providing scholarships to trans university students in Turkey.
Clothing Swap + 'Meer Queer' Talk
Nieuwe Vide Artspace, Haarlem
A low-key clothing swap and community hangout for queers and allies, combined with the 'Meer Queer' talk about safe and diverse nightlife.
Maude Latour
Paradiso - Bovenzaal, Amsterdam
Experience the cosmic pop and strong queer narrative of Maude Latour. Known for her viral hit ‘One More Weekend’ and acclaimed debut album ‘Sugar Water,’ she creates music that breathes liberation and tackles existential themes.
Transgender Evening
Amsterdam, Amsterdam
Monthly social gathering for transgender people in Amsterdam
Coeur de Pirate
Melkweg, Amsterdam
Canadian pop singer-songwriter Cœur de pirate returns to Melkweg after ten years, known for her enchanting voice and carefully composed songs ranging from piano ballads to disco tracks.
A Streetcar Named Desire
Internationaal Theater Amsterdam, Amsterdam
Following sold-out runs in London and New York, Olivier Award-winning director Rebecca Frecknall brings her acclaimed adaptation of Tennessee Williams' classic to Amsterdam in an exclusive remake with the ITA Ensemble.
Queer U Quiz
Villa Concordia, Utrecht
Test your knowledge of Utrecht's LGBTQIA+ history, have fun, and stand a chance to win great prizes at this fun and educational quiz night!
Great Catch
Schuur, Haarlem
Experience the highlights of Dutch contemporary circus with 'Great Catch,' a showcase featuring a new generation of innovative makers. This event presents three unique performances from House of Circus, Knot on Hands, and Fenja Barteldres.
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