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Rotterdam Queer Comedy Club
Stadsbrouwerij De Pelgrim, Rotterdam
Rotterdam’s original Queer Comedy Night returns with an unapologetic evening of stand-up, bringing together LGBTQIA+ comedians and allies to spotlight voices often underrepresented on the main stage.
A Pelo - Fernando Troya
Frascati, Amsterdam
A visceral duet full of sweat and survival. No protection, only pure desire.
Fertile Ruins
Lola Lieven, Amsterdam
Fertile Ruins is a bi-monthly queer art party and performance fundraiser in Amsterdam that supports local mutual-aid and activist projects.
Unmute Yourself workshop
QueerHub, Amsterdam
Unmute Yourself is a creative, affirming workshop crafted specifically for BIPOC, Caribbean, queer non-binary, and LGBTQI+ people.
Danssalon & ClubNight
COC De Kroon, Leiden
A monthly dance party starting with classics from the 70s-00s and transitioning into a modern club night with house and dance hits.
Be Pride New Year's Drink
Bar Nate, Amsterdam
Start the new year with good conversations, new encounters, and a drink at the Be Pride New Year's social. Everyone is welcome to join and toast to 2026.
PRNCPTL + PAX-ROMANA: RITVS CORPORIS
Paradiso, Amsterdam
PRNCPTL & PAX-ROMANA join forces for a ceremony of sound, sweat, and sensuality at Paradiso.
A Queer Gaze
OBA Oosterdok, Amsterdam
The presentation of the photo book 'A Queer Gaze' by Marian Bakker, a beautiful retrospective of the les-bi-queer and gay scene from 1980-1999.
Queer Sundays
Radarcafe at Popradar, The Hague
A monthly open mic afternoon for and by queer artists, featuring music, poetry, and spoken word in a relaxed social setting.
Zou Je Van Mij Houden
Theater Bellevue, Amsterdam
In Dutch. A personal performance by artist Leendert Vooijce exploring gender identity, masculinity, and femininity through a blend of poetry, theater, and visual arts.
Happy New Queer Utrecht
EKKO, Utrecht
A New Year's reception for all Utrecht LGBTQIA+ organizations, associations, initiatives, and their members, volunteers, and supporters to celebrate the start of 2026 together.
Smut Slam Amsterdam - Firsts
De Nieuwe Anita, Amsterdam
Amsterdam's only community dirty storytelling open mic! Sign up to tell a story and win prizes, or just sit back and enjoy!
Cinemas of Bisexual Transgression
Eye Filmmuseum, Amsterdam
A book launch for 'Cinemas of Bisexual Transgression' by Jacob Engelberg, followed by a 16mm screening of the groundbreaking queer classic 'She Must Be Seeing Things' (1987).
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.
(Un)Documented: Queer refugees in the Netherlands | Policies & Communities
OBA Oosterdok, Amsterdam
An inspiring evening focusing on the LGBTI asylum procedure in the Netherlands, with talks from experts, music, and the opening of an exhibition.
International Film Festival Rotterdam 2026
Rotterdam, Rotterdam
IFFR 2026 shatters expectations with a bold queer cinema lineup, exploring the full spectrum of LGBTQ+ life from BDSM romcoms to gender-bending cult classics.
Utrecht Queer Book Club: Bad Habit by Alana S. Portero
De Uithoek handarbeidlokaal, Utrecht
Come discuss books and make new friends at this English-language queer book club meeting.
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.
Striptopia
Melkweg, Amsterdam
An immersive two-hour show that challenges stigmas and celebrates the art forms of pole dancing, drag, stripping, and performance, reinventing the idea of adult entertainment.
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Trans and Friends Café InClusion
Plein Theater, Amsterdam
A monthly meeting place for trans, non-binary, queer people and their friends. This edition features an open mic night and free henna painting.
All About Us
Frascati, Amsterdam
Buckle up for a trip through glitter-soaked propaganda and queer truths, fueled by hyperpop bangers and high-energy dance. Searching for authenticity in a world that celebrates queerness only when it’s convenient.
Brand New Queer Hike
Utrecht Station, Utrecht
Join a 15km queer coastal hike from Scheveningen to Katwijk aan Zee through the Meijendel nature reserve, with an optional New Year's Dive at the end.
The Gender Playground
Resistor, Leiden
A day of workshops to create your own drag persona, followed by an evening party with performances and a DJ.
Leather Social Utrecht
Body Talk (Wharf Basement), Utrecht
A social leather event in Utrecht for the LGBTIQ+ community. Come have a drink, meet fellow leather lovers, and make new friends.
Queer aan Zee New Year's Meetup
Café De Prael, The Hague
Join the Queer aan Zee New Year's Meetup to connect with new, queer people in The Hague. A casual and welcoming social event at Café De Prael.
Queer Connection 25+
Rotterdam, Rotterdam
Looking to meet new queer friends and/or lovers in Rotterdam? Join Queer Events for a cozy mingling, guided conversations, and connection-building.
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.
Queerstatic Dance
Odessa Amsterdam, Amsterdam
Every first Sunday evening of the month on the board of the popular ecstatic dance boat
Great Catch
Maaspodium, Rotterdam
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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