A special screening of the film 'Downtown', preceded by a talk from the Aidsfonds about the history and current state of HIV and AIDS.

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Queer City Tour
Queer City Tour

Tuesday, 06-10-2026, 12:00

Domplein, Utrecht

A guided walk through four centuries of LGBTQIA+ history in the center of Utrecht.

GGD Utrecht Walk-in
GGD Utrecht Walk-in

Tuesday, 06-10-2026, 16:00

Bibliotheek Neude, Utrecht

The GGD (Public Health Service) offers a walk-in for STI tests, vaccinations, and counseling on sexual health, contraception, PrEP, and gender identity.

Utrecht Ballroom Scene Voguing classes
Utrecht Ballroom Scene Voguing classes

Tuesday, 06-10-2026, 18:00

Studio Eenvijfvijf, Utrecht

During the Utrecht Queer Culture Festival, Utrecht Ballroom Scene is offering free Voguing classes for anyone curious to try it out. This year, two styles are being taught: Vogue Fem and Old Way.

I Am Who I Am
I Am Who I Am

Tuesday, 06-10-2026, 19:15

Bibliotheek Neude, Utrecht

A documentary following Emily Boone, a young woman who faced immense online hate after coming out and discussing her Christian background in her popular podcast.

Men-only Man-Man Speed Dating (25-40 years)
Man-Man Speed Dating (25-40 years)

Tuesday, 06-10-2026, 19:30

The 5th, Utrecht

Get to know 15 to 20 other single men in a relaxed atmosphere during this fun speed dating event. After short 4-minute chats, you indicate who you'd like to match with.

Mystical Body
Mystical Body

Tuesday, 06-10-2026, 20:00

Schuur, Haarlem

In a dilapidated 1980s villa, a conservative widower clashes with his two adult children—one pregnant and unmarried, the other an AIDS patient—leading to an inevitable confrontation.

Loreen - THE WILDFIRE TOUR
Loreen - THE WILDFIRE TOUR

Tuesday, 06-10-2026, 20:30

Paradiso, Amsterdam

Fourteen years after her groundbreaking debut album 'Heal', multi-platinum, award-winning artist Loreen returns with her latest, long-awaited release and tour.

Coming Up
Amsterdam
Cabaret
Cabaret

Wednesday, 07-10-2026, 20:00

DeLaMar Theater, Amsterdam

Chantal Janzen returns to the theater after ten years as Sally Bowles in a daring new version of Cabaret! In 1930s Berlin, a mysterious master of ceremonies welcomes you to the dark but decadent Kit Kat Club, where Sally is the star.

Yaelokre
Yaelokre

Thursday, 08-10-2026, 19:00

Melkweg (MAX), Amsterdam

Filipino-Icelandic artist Yaelokre, the creative project of Keath Ósk, returns to Melkweg, blending soft folk sounds with surreal pop elements in a unique, imaginative style.

Utrecht
Woman-Woman Speeddate
Woman-Woman Speeddate

Wednesday, 07-10-2026, 19:00

The 5th, Utrecht

Get to know 15 to 20 other single women in a relaxed atmosphere during this fun speed dating event. You'll have short 4-minute conversations to quickly see who you click with.

Whacking Experience
Whacking Experience

Wednesday, 07-10-2026, 19:15

Danszaal Overvloed, Utrecht

Learn the history and basic elements of Whacking, a dance style from the 70s underground gay clubs, followed by a jam party with DJ iGO.

Wrivinge
Wrivinge

Wednesday, 07-10-2026, 19:30

Bibliotheek Neude, Utrecht

A colorful and educational drag and cabaret show exploring queer history, eroticism, and kink from ancient Greece to the Victorian era.

The Hague
Coming Out Day Meeting: 'More than a rainbow flag'
Coming Out Day Meeting: 'More than a rainbow flag'

Wednesday, 07-10-2026, 14:30

The Grey Space in the Middle, The Hague

A meeting on Coming Out Day by RADAR and the City of The Hague, focusing on concrete steps for LGBTQIA+ inclusion in organizations. Be yourself: Visible. Safe. Connected.

Purple Friday Afterparty
Purple Friday Afterparty

Friday, 09-10-2026, 16:00

COC Cafe, The Hague

On Purple Friday, we celebrate that everyone can be themselves. That's why COC Café The Hague is organizing a fun Purple Friday Afterparty for queer youth, allies, and GSA supervisors.

Waiting for Marsha
Waiting for Marsha

Friday, 09-10-2026, 20:00

Theater aan het Spui, The Hague

New York, 1969. In a bar full of music, color, and tension, the frustration of the queer community culminates in the Stonewall riots, the starting point of the international fight for equal rights and visibility.

Queer Friday The Hague
Queer Friday The Hague

Friday, 09-10-2026, 20:00

COC Haaglanden, The Hague

Discover the cozy atmosphere at the COC Café. Start your weekend with inclusivity, networking, and meeting new people in a welcoming environment.

Rotterdam
KENKI KRIN KRIN
KENKI KRIN KRIN

Friday, 09-10-2026, 20:15

Maaspodium, Rotterdam

KENKI KRIN KRIN is an interdisciplinary performance by creator and performer Cherella Gessel (she/he/they), in which different identities are peeled away and rebuilt layer by layer.

Salsa Para Todx #2
Salsa Para Todx #2

Saturday, 10-10-2026, 22:00

WORM Rotterdam, Rotterdam

The second edition of Salsa Para Todxs, an underground and inclusive Salsa night for everybody, featuring DJs and live percussion.

Queer Sunday Café + Vintage Market
Queer Sunday Café + Vintage Market

Sunday, 11-10-2026, 13:00

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!

Other cities
Cycle with COC
Cycle with COC

Wednesday, 07-10-2026, 13:00

Haarlem, Haarlem

Every quarter, we get on our bikes for a tour through the beautiful surroundings of Haarlem. The tour is a maximum of 25 km and can accommodate up to 20 cyclists.

Waiting for Marsha
Waiting for Marsha

Thursday, 08-10-2026, 20:30

Schuur, Haarlem

New York, 1969. In a bar full of music, color, and tension, the frustration of the queer community culminates in the Stonewall riots, the starting point of the international fight for equal rights and visibility.

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