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OUR STORIES — Chinese Queer Artists in The Hague
Nowhere Netherlands, The Hague
A group exhibition by three Chinese queer artists exploring themes of love, memory, identity, care, and survival through painting, photography, and installation.
UNITY Concert
Museumplein, Amsterdam
Join 25,000 visitors for the WorldPride UNITY Concert at the Museumplein! A concert that makes the world tremble with love, freedom and connection!
Sapphic Chaos: One Night Only with Amy Spalding
Rode Hoed, Amsterdam
Annefleur Schipper and Vera Siemons interview queer icon Amy Spalding during WorldPride Amsterdam.
Workshop Beyond Flogging
Fosbury & Sons, Amsterdam
An interactive workshop on impact play, covering types, techniques, headspace, and aftercare. A partner is needed for the practical part.
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.
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Coming Up
Amsterdam
WorldPride Conference
Beurs van Berlage, Amsterdam
The WorldPride Amsterdam Human Rights Conference, taking place from August 5-7, 2026, focuses on connecting and inspiring people in the fight for equal rights.
Zeedijk Pride Stride
Zeedijk, Amsterdam
The Zeedijk becomes your red carpet. Come as you are, walk proudly — whoever you are. You and your crew are welcome.
Tasty Stories in All the Colours of the Rainbow
Bunk Amsterdam, Amsterdam
Luna Lunettes serves Tasty Stories à la carte at your table. Short stories in all the colours of the rainbow, served with love, a pinch of queerness and topped with femininity.
A Quickie in The Bookshop: From Turkey with Love & Living in Silence for Too Long
The Bookshop at ITA, Amsterdam
As part of Pride, The Bookshop hosts an evening of two separate queer performances in Dutch: Harun Balci's 'From Turkey with Love' and Merel Severs & Jimmi Heijgelaar's 'Living in Silence for Too Long'.
Utrecht
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.
Rainbow Festival
TivoliVredenburg, Utrecht
A festive afternoon for LGBTQ+ people with intellectual disabilities, featuring music, dancing, games, creative activities, and opportunities to meet new people.
T4T Day: BIPOC Trans Picnic
Utrecht, Utrecht
A chill picnic day for BIPOC trans and non-binary people to connect, share food, and chat. Includes a guided sketching workshop. Admission is free, but sign-up is required.
Queer Book Club: Hijab Butch Blues
Julianapark, Utrecht
Come discuss books and make new friends at this queer book club meeting in the park. This month's book is 'Hijab Butch Blues' by Lamya H.
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.
Blahaj Blast
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.
Rainbow Living Room Dance Palace
COC Café, 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.
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.
Rotterdam
Queer Sunday Café + Vintage Market
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!
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.
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.
Sunday Afternoon Salon
COC Rotterdam, Rotterdam
A cozy Sunday afternoon for LGBTQI+ individuals aged 50 and over, with drinks, snacks, and an optional shared meal.
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