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Queer Quizz Showdown
HAN University of Applied Sciences, Nijmegen
Join the 1 vs 100 queer edition: a cozy live quiz packed with fun, pride, and entertaining questions.
Great Catch
Theater Bellevue, Amsterdam
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.
Foxtrot the Musical
Martiniplaza, Groningen
Experience the legendary Dutch musical 'Foxtrot' by Annie M.G. Schmidt and Harry Bannink. This new adaptation, set in the turbulent 1930s, tells a story of love, dreams, and impossible choices in bustling Amsterdam.
Unclassifiable: Queer Archives and the Chinese-Speaking Worlds
Lipsius building, Leiden
A book talk with author Howard Chiang on his new book 'Unclassifiable', which explores the historical emergence of queer archives in the Chinese-speaking worlds.
Samuel Baidoo: Plum Road Tea Dream
de Brakke Grond, Amsterdam
A hybrid theater performance where the audience follows two performers immersing themselves in a video game designed as a space for new mourning rituals from a queer, person of color perspective.
Queer Valentine
COC Haaglanden, The Hague
Get ready for an amazing event with drinks, bites, friends, and passion!
Valentine Swimming Tournament
Sloterparkbad, Amsterdam
Every two years in February, Upstream organizes the Valentine Tournament, an international LGBTQ+ swimming event that attracts hundreds of participants from the Netherlands and abroad.
Queer in Square
Bajonetstraat, Rotterdam
Celebrate Galentine's Day with a fun Pixel Art Workshop! Create your own postcards and posters for your loved ones, friends, community members, or even yourself.
Move and Mingle: Reunion Event
CrossFit Gold Pact, Rotterdam
A fun afternoon for queer youth and allies to move, connect, and have fun together at CrossFit Gold Pact. This event welcomes both new and returning participants.
Rainbow Stories
OBA CC Amstel, Amsterdam
In Dutch. Every second Saturday of the month, people from the LGBTQ+ community read aloud from inclusive books for children and their families. Crafting activities are also included.
Dripped: Valentine's Edition
The Tequila Club, Amsterdam
A 25+ Queer Day Party for girls, gays, and theys who like to be home before midnight. Expect R&B, throwbacks, slow jams, dancehall, and Afro music.
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.
Pontianak The Drag Opera
Theater De Regentes, The Hague
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with PONTIANAK: The Drag Opera — a stunning drag and lip-sync theatre experience inspired by Southeast Asian folklore.
Kalinichta XL
Paradiso, Amsterdam
Kalinichta is an LGBTQIA+ oriented club night that takes you on a musical odyssey from Balkan beats to Greek and Turkish uplifting tunes, all the way to the belly-dancing sounds of the Middle East.
Don’t make me BLUSH
WORM Rotterdam, Rotterdam
A Valentine's night filled with connection, confidence, and queer love on the dancefloor. Come with your lover, crush, or just yourself to move freely and feel seen.
Haarlem: Walk with COC
Haarlem, Haarlem
Join a friendly group walk on the third Sunday of every month. A great way to socialize and enjoy the outdoors with the community.
Giovanni's Room
Internationaal Theater Amsterdam, Amsterdam
Director Eline Arbo adapts James Baldwin's timeless classic into a musical performance about love, identity, and the fear of being yourself. A poignant story about passion, loss, and the struggle between intense desire and societal expectations.
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.
Roze Stadsdorp Borrel
Café Q-factory, Amsterdam
Join the monthly Roze Stadsdorp Borrel for a cozy and sparkling evening. A great opportunity for the older queer residents to meet new people and connect with the community.
Board Game Night
Hang-Out 010, Rotterdam
Get ready for a night of fabulous fun at our Queer Board Game Night! Join us for laughter, strategy, and a sprinkle of queer magic.
SERVE: Queer Comedy Chaos in English
Lellebel, Amsterdam
Standup, games, and alternative comedy from queer comedians & allies in Amsterdam and beyond. We serve laughs, chaos, and a little bit of trouble. Come for the jokes, stay for the mess.
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