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DJ Bone presents FURTHER x HE.SHE.THEY. World Pride
Paradiso, Amsterdam
A World Pride collaboration between FURTHER and HE.SHE.THEY., this party is rooted in queer liberation, POC expression, and underground dance culture.
LAUNDRETTE …IsBurning
Lofi, Amsterdam
For WorldPride in Amsterdam, LAUNDRETTE is joining IsBurning for a Pride opening party.
Friday is NYX | PRIDE
club NYX, Amsterdam
This Pride transforms Friday is NYX into a technicolor fever dream! This is your invitation to taste the rainbow.
Tomorrow
Woordenvol in the Park: WU X FFÛH X Het Zwarte Schaap X Ik Spreek
Zuiderparktheater, The Hague
A mini-festival in the park featuring a book swap, poetry, an open mic, readings, live music, and food. A versatile day full of literary influences, encounters, and exchange.
Saarein's Streetparty
Saarein, Amsterdam
Join the annual Saarein's Streetparty, a community-focused celebration of collective joy and solidarity. This year, the street will be enclosed, and a free reserved ticket is required for entry.
Alok
Melkweg, Amsterdam
Internationally acclaimed comedian and author Alok breaks the gender binary with poetry, comedy, and a hefty dose of radical self-acceptance during World Pride.
Queer Caribbean Party
Club Up and Tequila Club, Amsterdam
From cocktails to Caribbean Fête: celebrate WorldPride with the queer Caribbean community. Three days of music, culture, connection and pure energy.
Silver Foxes
Het Amsterdams Theaterhuis, Amsterdam
A hilarious play exploring aging, belonging, and adversity as three middle-aged men navigate personal challenges in funny, touching, and surprising ways.
12HRS Adonis x SPIELRAUM
Club RAUM, Amsterdam
London’s Adonis and Amsterdam's own SPIELRAUM join forces for an uncompromising 12-hour marathon party during Pride.
Leiden LGBT+ event: Penultimate Edition
Gaycafé De Roze Beurs, Leiden
Welcome to the LGBT+ Leiden social event. This will be one of the last events held at Gaycafé De Roze Beurs before it closes its doors permanently.
World Pride Music Festival
AFAS Live, Amsterdam
World Pride Music Festival comes to Amsterdam in 2026 for an unforgettable two-night celebration of music, unity, and pride.
Our People: a Celebration of Black and Queer Voices
The Concertgebouw, Amsterdam
Join tenor Freddie Ballentine and pianist Kunal Lahiry on a musical journey to 'be who you are', featuring music from Schubert to Nina Simone and ballroom dancers.
tick, tick… BOOM!
DeLaMar, Amsterdam
Experience the iconic Broadway classic in the full English version, an intimate rock musical written by Jonathan Larson, the man behind the iconic musical Rent.
tick, tick… BOOM!
DeLaMar Theater, Amsterdam
Experience the iconic Broadway classic, an intimate rock musical by Jonathan Larson, creator of Rent, performed entirely in English.
Madam by Night invites: Kult Funktion
Madam, Amsterdam
As the sun sets, Madam transforms into the city's highest dance floor. This edition features Kult Funktion with a lineup including Juliana X b2b Cliffie Square, Polli Panda, Prance, Seven Angels, and Slimfit.
FLINTA
BRUTTA PRIDE NIGHT
Radio Radio, Amsterdam
BRUTTA, the FLINTA club concept from house DJ BELLA, brings raw club energy to Radio Radio during Amsterdam Pride. FLINTA to the front.
Men-only
Bear-Necessity: World Pride Edition
Panama Amsterdam, Amsterdam
A massive World Pride party for bears, cubs, otters, and admirers at Panama Club, featuring international DJs, dancers, and a friendly, furry crowd.
POOF DOOF Amsterdam - Hosted by Chili Con Carneval, Sweetie Darling & Red Rave
Sissi's, Amsterdam
Australia’s iconic queer party POOF DOOF teams up with Dutch party powerhouses for a World Pride Parade After Party with techno, house, queer dance and pop.
Pon Di Pride
Melkweg, Amsterdam
Pon Di Pride returns to Melkweg with a club night and a ball, creating a safe space for the like-minded and like-spirited BPOC LGBTQI+ community.
TILLATEC invites: Herrensauna x KNIT x VESELKA
TILLATEC, Amsterdam
TILLATEC joins forces with Herrensauna, KNIT and VESELKA for a 36-hour Pride weekender. Expect a unique mix of international and local DJs, non-stop from Saturday through Monday.
Women-only
Janey – PRIDE
Bitterzoet, Amsterdam
A legendary party for girls who love girls. Experience a magical safe space with dancing, drinking, flirting, and vibing with an amazing community.
HEADRUSH X DAMAGE – WORLDPRIDE
The Other Side, Amsterdam
A night of energy, passion, and freedom where the beats never stop. Discover dark cruising areas, an open-minded crowd, and celebrate every fetish without limits.
FunHouse The World Pride Saturday Edition
WestWeelde, Amsterdam
Saturday is when the world arrives and FunHouse opens all the doors. Four rooms of house and progressive energy, spectacular shows and a dance floor filled with people from every corner of the globe!
Pride Outdoor Cinema: Kokomo City (2023) + Mr. Dimitris and Mrs. Dimitroula (2019)
Radio Radio, Amsterdam
Filmhuis Cavia and Radio Radio are collaborating during Pride with two outdoor screenings! On Saturday the 1st of August we'll show two touching queer documentaries, one from the United States and one from Greece.
Club MEIJT
Akhnaton, Amsterdam
The official afterparty of WorldPride Amsterdam 2026. Join the queer fam for a night of house, disco, and pop music, with non-stop dancing and good vibes.
Pride …IsBurning
Lofi, Amsterdam
IsBurning returns for a hot, steamy, and undeniably sexy WorldPride party at Lofi. Expect a surprise lineup, a sexy crowd, and a night to remember. Come early, stay late!
Gay Disko - Pride Amsterdam Afterparty
Oliva, Amsterdam
Follow the call of the disco ball for a Pride afterparty where disco meets house. A night of glitter, sweat, and dancing until dawn.
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Europe & World
Culture & Lifestyle
- Michiel van Erp Film on Amsterdam's AIDS-Era Gay Scene to Open Netherlands Film Festival
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- In cinemas: 'Des Preuves d'Amour' Highlights Non-Biological Mother's Fight for Recognition
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Coming Up
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
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.
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.
Rotterdam
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.
Queer Cafe: Watch Party
Time Window, Rotterdam
A cozy and very sapphic Sunday evening watching 'I Kissed a Girl' Season 2. Join us for drama, live commentary, snacks, and community.
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!
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.
Other cities
Rainbow Drinks Haarlem
Cafe de Lange Heer, Haarlem
Join the monthly Rainbow Drinks event at Cafe de Lange Heer in Haarlem for a cozy social gathering.
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.
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