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In Cinemas: Documentary Offers Rare Glimpse into 40 Years of Amsterdam's Queer Institution De Trut
Today · Amsterdam
Queer Characters Are Vanishing From Hollywood's Films — and Trans Characters Have Disappeared Entirely
Yesterday · World
Dolly Bellefleur to Host 30th Anniversary COC Songfestival
Yesterday · Netherlands
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Tuesday & Wednesday
Queer Walk
Regionaal Archief Tilburg, Tilburg
Join a guided walk along places that define queer history in Tilburg, focusing on the nightlife of the 1970s and 80s. The walk starts at the Regional Archive.
Movie Night: White Chicks
Time Window, Rotterdam
Join Queer Rotterdam for a screening of the cult classic 'White Chicks' (2004). A fun, social evening with snacks and drinks provided.
Queer Comedy Night in Rotterdam
Vessel 11, Rotterdam
Join Rotterdam's original Queer Comedy Night for a hilarious evening with LGBTIQAA++ comics and allies. This special English-language summer edition takes place at Vessel 11.
Roze Woensdag (Pink Wednesday)
Nijmegen City Center, Nijmegen
During the famous Four Days Marches, Nijmegen transforms into the rainbow capital of the Netherlands for its annual city-wide LGBTQ+ celebration, a party for everyone.
High Heels Hurray
H'ART Museum, Amsterdam
The opening of the COC Amsterdam & Shakespeare Club at the H'ART Museum, the community hub for the entire queer community during Amsterdam Pride since 2016.
FetLife & Friends Gaming Night
ReRoll Works, Amsterdam
A relaxed board gaming evening for the FetLife community and friends, hosted by Board Gayming. Open to everyone.
Amsterdam Pride: Queer Story Night & Open Mic
ABC Amsterdam, Amsterdam
Join a Queer story theme night with an open mic. The theme is 'role models', featuring readings from authors and an open stage for stories, poetry, and songs.
The Modern Hell of Queer Dating
Plein Theater, Amsterdam
A new musical about Tom the Twink, who finds himself stuck in Dating Hell and must escape the clutches of The Slutty Devil.
More News
Amsterdam & Netherlands
Europe & World
Culture & Lifestyle
- Adult Film Actor Pol Prince Releases Reggaeton Single 'DIABLITO'
- Heartstopper Grows Up: Stars Discuss Sexuality and a 'Bittersweet' Final Season
- Why a Psychotherapist Says Sex Clubs Are Vital for Gay Men's Mental Health
- Connor Storrie, Star of Queer Hockey Hit 'Heated Rivalry', Earns First Emmy Nomination
Coming Up
Amsterdam
Unconditional
H'ART MUSEUM, Amsterdam
A musical poetry performance 'Unconditional' by Pete Statham & 2in1voud, presented by the Shakespeare Club of COC Amsterdam at the H'ART Museum.
Visibly So
H'ART MUSEUM, Amsterdam
The Literary Salon of Pink City Village Amsterdam presents a discussion on three historical LGBTQ+ torchbearers in literature and photography.
Literary Salon Pink City Village Amsterdam
H'ART Museum, Amsterdam
A literary salon presented at Worldpride 2026, featuring discussions on three historical LGBTQ+ cultural touchstones, including books and photography.
ONVOORWAARDELIJK
H'ART MUSEUM, Amsterdam
Musical poetry UNCONDITIONAL, a performance by Pete Statham & 2in1voud. Join us during the Shakespeare Club of COC Amsterdam e.o. at the H'ART Museum.
Utrecht
Leather Social Utrecht
Body Talk (Wharf Basement), Utrecht
A social leather event in Utrecht for the LGBTIQ+ community. Come have a drink, meet fellow leather lovers, and make new friends.
Lazy Queer Sunday: Mad Sexton of the Dom Tower X Queer History of the Netherlands
Boekwinkel Savannah Bay, Utrecht
A monthly Lazy Queer Sunday focusing on queer history, featuring discussions on the play 'The Mad Sexton of the Dom Tower' and the book 'Queer History of the Netherlands'.
Kim Dracula
TivoliVredenburg (Ronda), Utrecht
Australian artist Kim Dracula blends metalcore, trap, and opera. Known for a viral metal cover of Lady Gaga's 'Paparazzi', their music is a genre-bending sonic carnival.
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.
The Hague
Queer Bollywood Dance Workshop
The Hague, The Hague
Join Bollyqueer from the UK for an LGBTQ+-affirming Bollywood dance workshop in The Hague, suitable for all experience levels.
Big Queer Beach Day
Strand Noord, The Hague
Soak up the sun and hang out with fellow queers at a beach day featuring surfing and a sunset party in The Hague.
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.
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.
Rotterdam
My Friend Is Single, Hear Me Out
Dokhuis, Rotterdam
A chaotic but wholesome night where people present their single friends to a room full of potential admirers - PowerPoint style.
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.
Sapphic Space: Vege BBQ
Het Park, Rotterdam
Join us for a vegetarian BBQ in the park for sapphics. We’ll grill veggie food, lounge on blankets, and enjoy music, sunshine, and good queer company.
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.
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