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City Walks: The Hague's Queer History Summer 2026
City Walks: The Hague's Queer History Summer 2026

Saturday, 10-10-2026, 10:30

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.

Tour d’Amour
Tour d’Amour

Saturday, 10-10-2026, 11:00

Florence Houthaghe, The Hague

An interactive and inspiring performance about love, freedom, and the universal desire to be yourself, featuring personal stories and moving songs.

LGBT History Tour Amsterdam
LGBT History Tour Amsterdam

Saturday, 10-10-2026, 11:00

Homomonument, Amsterdam

A two-hour English-language walking tour through historic Amsterdam, exploring forgotten queer heroes and the city's rich gay history.

WZP Queer Date Event
WZP Queer Date Event

Saturday, 10-10-2026, 13:00

Biercafe Oproer, Utrecht

A queer dating event with 1-on-1 dates, group conversations, and the fun 'Pitch-Your-Partner' game. A great way to meet new people and maybe find a match.

Queer Parenthood Conference & Podcast Launch
Queer Parenthood Conference & Podcast Launch

Saturday, 10-10-2026, 13:30

OSCAM, Amsterdam

An inspiring gathering centered around queer parenthood, community, and imagining futures together, featuring speakers, conversations, and the launch of the Queer Parenthood podcast.

Queer Craft Circle
Queer Craft Circle

Saturday, 10-10-2026, 13:30

De Kargadoor, Utrecht

A cozy and safe(r) space for queer people to meet, craft, and share skills in textile arts like knitting, embroidery, and crocheting.

Smoke & Mirrors
Smoke & Mirrors

Saturday, 10-10-2026, 18:30

Villa Concordia, Utrecht

A brand-new queer variety show from de Roze Bubbel, taking you into a world of illusions, appearances, and hidden stories with a colorful collection of artists.

Trans Trans Swimming Utrecht XL Swimming Party
Trans Swimming Utrecht XL Swimming Party

Saturday, 10-10-2026, 18:30

Recreatiebad Utrecht, Utrecht

A special XL swimming party for trans, non-binary, and gender-diverse people, their families, and children. Enjoy an evening of swimming, playing, and celebrating trans joy in a safe and comfortable environment.

The Hague Queer Awards 2026
The Hague Queer Awards 2026

Saturday, 10-10-2026, 19:30

Koorenhuis, The Hague

A festive awards ceremony celebrating the people and initiatives dedicated to an inclusive, visible, and strong queer community in The Hague.

Sneak With Us
Sneak With Us

Saturday, 10-10-2026, 19:30

LE:EN, Utrecht

Enjoy a spectacular evening of jazzy songs by Sophie Melody and Drag Bingo with Stacy Something, complete with cocktails and bites.

Waiting for Marsha
Waiting for Marsha

Saturday, 10-10-2026, 20:00

De Lieve Vrouw, Amersfoort

New York, 1969. In a bar full of music, color, and tension, the frustration of the queer community culminates in the Stonewall riots, the starting point of the international fight for equal rights and visibility.

Mystical Body
Mystical Body

Saturday, 10-10-2026, 20:00

Schuur, Haarlem

In a dilapidated 1980s villa, a conservative widower clashes with his two adult children—one pregnant and unmarried, the other an AIDS patient—leading to an inevitable confrontation.

FLINTA GIRLS WON’T BE GIRLS
GIRLS WON’T BE GIRLS

Saturday, 10-10-2026, 20:00

Kunstlinie, Almere

GIRLS WON'T BE GIRLS is a vibrant break-up with everything you thought you knew about womanhood. In a world of boxes, labels and glass ceilings, we create space for new perspectives.

Liever Lesbies
Liever Lesbies

Saturday, 10-10-2026, 20:00

Melkweg, Amsterdam

An activist queer party with a DIY mentality, inspired by 80s lesbian feminists. Expect feisty DJs, performers, a surprise act, and a night of celebration and hard dancing.

WZP Party #4
WZP Party #4

Saturday, 10-10-2026, 20:00

De KweekVijver, Utrecht

A party by Wij Zijn Poly to celebrate polyamorous and ethically non-monogamous love. A place to meet other poly, ENM, and queer people.

cccriojo* x DARKMATTER
cccriojo* x DARKMATTER

Saturday, 10-10-2026, 20:00

The Black Archives, Amsterdam

A collaboration featuring a live radio show, artistic research, and a conversation exploring how black queer histories are preserved, passed on, and reimagined.

Blahaj Blast
Blahaj Blast

Saturday, 10-10-2026, 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.

Cabaret
Cabaret

Saturday, 10-10-2026, 20:00

DeLaMar Theater, Amsterdam

Chantal Janzen returns to the theater after ten years as Sally Bowles in a daring new version of Cabaret! In 1930s Berlin, a mysterious master of ceremonies welcomes you to the dark but decadent Kit Kat Club, where Sally is the star.

Emily Salvia - Before I'm 30
Emily Salvia - Before I'm 30

Saturday, 10-10-2026, 20:15

Theater en Filmhuis Dakota, The Hague

A moving and hilarious drag cabaret show by Emily Salvia about the absurd search for adulthood, identity, and self-acceptance before turning thirty.

Babs
Babs

Saturday, 10-10-2026, 20:30

Bitterzoet, Amsterdam

Babs is a versatile, colorful artist and producer from Leiden who combines socially relevant rap lyrics with catchy, self-produced pop beats.

Mic Drop Comedy (Dutch)
Mic Drop Comedy (Dutch)

Saturday, 10-10-2026, 20:30

Comedyhuis Club, Utrecht

A vibrant queer comedy night where six talented acts from the queer community take the stage to share their unique stories, sharp jokes, and hilarious observations.

Neon Quatsch
Neon Quatsch

Saturday, 10-10-2026, 21:30

ACU, Utrecht

A queer dance party by Quatsch and NeoN Noir, featuring a live performance by feminist rap duo VIXEN. Expect a dance floor beyond shame with unruly electronic music and explosive beats.

Salsa Para Todx #2
Salsa Para Todx #2

Saturday, 10-10-2026, 22:00

WORM Rotterdam, Rotterdam

The second edition of Salsa Para Todxs, an underground and inclusive Salsa night for everybody, featuring DJs and live percussion.

Coward
Coward

Saturday, 10-10-2026, 22:30

Eye Filmmuseum, Amsterdam

The latest feature film from Belgian director Lukas Dhont, Coward is a drama about a queer love between two young soldiers during WWI.

Coming Up
Amsterdam
Valerie Exposes Herself
Valerie Exposes Herself

Sunday, 11-10-2026, 15:00

Theater De Richel, Amsterdam

A drag queen reveals the person behind the glitter in a personal and revealing performance about her eventful life, told through story and song.

Valerie geeft zich bloot…
Valerie geeft zich bloot…

Sunday, 11-10-2026, 15:00

Theater de Richel, Amsterdam

Short Description A personal, musical drag performance about a life that seems perfect, yet where the question keeps gnawing away: is this all there is?

Queer Crafting at Bar Buka
Queer Crafting at Bar Buka

Sunday, 11-10-2026, 16:00

Bar Buka, Amsterdam

Join a cozy and creative afternoon for queer individuals at Bar Buka. Bring your own knitting, crafting, or drawing project, or get inspired to try something new in a friendly atmosphere.

Sing-along with Irene Hemelaar
Sing-along with Irene Hemelaar

Sunday, 11-10-2026, 17:00

Café Saarein, Amsterdam

Join the Dutch-language sing-along led by Irene Hemelaar at Café Saarein. Everyone who loves to sing is welcome!

Utrecht
15th Coming Out Sunday
15th Coming Out Sunday

Sunday, 11-10-2026, 10:00

Geertekerk, Utrecht

Celebrate the 15th annual Coming Out Sunday at the Geertekerk. This special church service, linked to Coming Out Day, is a celebration of love and identity in all its forms.

Soup for the Soul XOX
Soup for the Soul XOX

Sunday, 11-10-2026, 12:00

DRUK Utrecht, Utrecht

Meet new people and share stories over a free bowl of soup. An event designed for genuine curiosity, creating space for recognition, difference, and unexpected connections.

Angels
Angels

Sunday, 11-10-2026, 15:00

Villa Concordia, Utrecht

A play set in 1980s America during the AIDS epidemic, 'Angels' follows the turbulent lives of various characters as they grapple with fear, love, and identity.

The Hague
Rainbow Living Room Dance Palace
Rainbow Living Room Dance Palace

Sunday, 11-10-2026, 15:00

The Social Hub The Hague, The Hague

A cozy 1.5-hour music afternoon for LGBTIQ+ people aged 55+, led by a record spinner. Listen to favorite songs, share memories, and dance in a small-scale, warm living-room atmosphere.

Queer Book Club: Confessions of a Mask
Queer Book Club: Confessions of a Mask

Monday, 12-10-2026, 19:30

Centrale Bibliotheek, DOK B, The Hague

Join the Queer Book Club to discuss Yukio Mishima's classic novel, 'Confessions of a Mask', in a thoughtful and welcoming space for LGBTQIA+ literature enthusiasts.

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

Sunday, 11-10-2026, 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!

2QTs Beyond the Binary
2QTs Beyond the Binary

Tuesday, 13-10-2026, 19:00

Time Window, Rotterdam

A support group for trans, genderfluid, non-binary, agender, and questioning individuals to come together, talk, and share stories.

Co-working thursday
Co-working thursday

Thursday, 15-10-2026, 10:30

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.

Board Game Night!
Board Game Night!

Thursday, 15-10-2026, 19:00

Time Window, Rotterdam

Join us for a night of fabulous fun, laughter, and strategy at our Queer Board Game Night! Bring your favorite games or dive into our collection.

Other cities
Walking with ZLG
Walking with ZLG

Sunday, 11-10-2026, 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.

Boardgame Group
Boardgame Group

Sunday, 11-10-2026, 14:00

Boardroom Café, Haarlem

Join fellow enthusiasts every 2nd Sunday of the month to play board games. Learn a new game, enjoy a cup of tea, and feel free to bring your own favorites.

Ladies Lounge
Ladies Lounge

Sunday, 11-10-2026, 16:00

De Fermerie, Deventer

A cozy Sunday afternoon café for women to chat and socialize. Bring your friends for drinks, relaxation, and entertainment.

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