A Look Ahead to Pride in the North
Organisers of Pride Week Fryslân have released an ambitious and detailed programme for its June 2026 edition. The multi-day celebration will span several cities and towns across the province, offering a wide array of activities designed to cater to the entire spectrum of the LGBTQ+ community and its allies. The schedule includes everything from city walks and film nights to creative workshops and a Pride Walk in Leeuwarden.
The extensive schedule highlights the growing importance of regional Pride events in the Netherlands, providing visibility and community connection outside of the major metropolitan areas. Below is a guide to the planned events for Pride Week Fryslân 2026.
Event Schedule: June 2 - June 21, 2026
Tuesday, June 2
Creative Meet-up in Drachten
An afternoon for creativity and connection. A chance to meet new people and contribute to an inclusive Smallingerland.
- Time: 14:00 - 17:30
- Location: De Sluisfabriek, Drachten
- Cost: Free admission
Thursday, June 4
Pathé Pride Night
The monthly film night with a queer theme presents a pre-premiere screening of 'Jimpa', starring Olivia Colman and John Lithgow.
- Time: 19:30 - 21:00
- Location: Pathé Leeuwarden
- Tickets: Can be reserved via the Pathé Leeuwarden website.
Saturday, June 6
'Uit de Kast' City Walk in Franeker
A city walk through historic Franeker, including a visit to the Planetarium and Museum Martena, which houses the oldest 'kast' (cabinet/closet) in the Netherlands.
- Time: 14:00 - 16:00
- Location: Starts at Franeker Station
- Registration: Required. Email:
gayslowdating@gmail.com
Colorful Motorcycle Tour
A scenic and relaxed group ride through the province for all motorcyclists, with a stop for lunch.
- Time: 10:30 - 16:00
- Location: Starts at McDonald's, Lemmer
- Cost: Free admission
- Registration: Required via an online form.
Sunday, June 7
Chosen Family Day in Sneek
A relaxed day for the community with conversation, canoeing, paddleboarding, and pizza.
- Time: 13:00 - 19:00
- Location: Camping Pasveer, Sneek
- Registration: Required. Email:
jongerengroepsneek@cocfriesland.nl
Tuesday, June 9 & Wednesday, June 10
Meet-up for Family & Friends
A coffee and tea meet-up for parents, relatives, colleagues, and friends of the queer community to connect and share experiences.
- June 9: 19:30 - 21:00 in Sneek (exact location to be announced)
- June 10: 19:30 - 21:00 in Harlingen (exact location to be announced)
- Cost: Free admission
Thursday, June 11
Protest Sign Making at Café ‘t Pareltje
A café night with workshops, an expo, music, and drinks, focused on creating signs for the upcoming Pride Walk.
- Time: 20:00 - 00:00
- Location: Podium Explore, Bagijnestraat 59, Leeuwarden
- Cost: Free admission
Saturday, June 13
Pride Walk Leeuwarden
The central event of the week, a colorful march through the city center to promote diversity, inclusion, and equal rights.
- Time: 13:00 - 14:00
- Location: Starts at the lawn by Stedelijk Gymnasium (Arendstuin 35), Leeuwarden
- Cost: Free admission
Create & Educate: Queer Fair
Following the Pride Walk, an information market with stalls from community organizations and queer creative makers.
- Time: 14:00 - 16:00
- Location: Prinsentuin, Leeuwarden
- Cost: Free admission
GLITCH: The Official Afterparty
A unique afterparty at the Fries Museum with DJs, performers, and more.
- Time: 20:00 - 00:00
- Location: Fries Museum, Leeuwarden
- Cost: €5 (Free for under 25s, pass holders, or museum card holders)
Pink Walk in Drachten
A walk centered on Pride and inclusivity, organized by the Drachten Library.
- Time: 13:00 - 15:00
- Location: Bibliotheek Drachten
- Cost: Free admission
- Registration: Required. Email:
vamoe.frl@gmail.com
Sunday, June 14
'Damespad' Leeuwarden Walk
A guided walk focusing on sites related to (queer) women's history and literature in Leeuwarden.
- Time: 10:00 - 11:00
- Location: Starts at the Oldehove, Leeuwarden
- Cost: Free admission
Rainbow Parenting Information Afternoon
An event for those interested in rainbow parenting, organized with Stichting Meer dan Gewenst.
- Time: 13:00 - 17:00
- Location: Leeuwarden (announced after registration)
- Registration: Required via the Meer dan Gewenst website.
Tuesday, June 16
Lecture: Love & Bodies Without Labels
A curator from the Natuurmuseum Fryslân discusses the natural and common occurrence of diversity in the animal kingdom.
- Time: 13:30 - 15:30
- Location: Natuurmuseum Fryslân, Leeuwarden
- Cost: Free admission
Orange History Walk (50+)
The monthly meet-up for the 50+ community, this time featuring a short walk exploring the city's royal history.
- Time: 14:00 - 16:00
- Location: Starts at Grotekerkstraat 7, Leeuwarden
- Cost: Free admission
Wednesday, June 17
Pink History City Walk
A nostalgic summer evening walk past former gay bars and community meeting spots in Leeuwarden.
- Time: 19:30 - 20:30
- Location: Starts at Weerd 13, Leeuwarden
- Cost: Free admission
Thursday, June 18
Burlesque Workshop & Movie Night (18+)
An event to celebrate and embrace the body, featuring a burlesque workshop followed by a screening of the film 'Sirens Call'.
- Time: 18:00 - 19:30
- Location: Het Ruim @ De Harmonie, Leeuwarden
- Tickets: Available via the Wild Ones LWD website.
Drag Bingo with House of Sweetheart
A 'Retro Summer' themed bingo night with drag performances, music, and prizes.
- Time: 19:30 - 23:00
- Location: Neushoorn Café, Leeuwarden
- More Info: Via House of Sweetheart's Instagram.
Friday, June 19
Queer Craft Café (up to 26 years)
A creative and relaxed afternoon for queer youth to craft, chat, and meet new people, organized by Jong & Out and Expreszo.
- Time: 13:00 - 16:00
- Location: Podium Explore, Bagijnestraat 59, Leeuwarden
- Cost: Free admission
- Registration: Required. Email:
expreszo@cocfriesland.nl
Rainbow Family Afternoon
A get-together at the city beach with conversation, water activities, and pizza for rainbow families.
- Time: 16:00 - 18:30
- Location: Stadsstrand, Leeuwarden
- Cost: Free admission
Theatre: 'Fûl voor de vrijheid'
A performance based on the true story of the performer's grandmother, a courier in WWII, exploring themes of freedom, courage, and identity.
- Time: 20:15 - 22:00
- Location: Theater de Bres, Leeuwarden
- Cost: €14 (€5 for COC members)
Sunday, June 21
Pink Church Service
An inclusive church service to close out Pride Week, where faith and queerness come together for a moment of connection and reflection.
- Time: 15:00 - 17:00
- Location: Doopsgezinde kerk, Leeuwarden
Please note that while this programme has been announced for 2026, details may be subject to change. It is advisable to check with event organisers closer to the date.
