Annual ceremony at the Homomonument to commemorate LGBTQ+ victims of war and persecution, with speeches, music, and two minutes of silence.

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Männerbund
Männerbund

Monday, 04-05-2026, 20:30

Plein Theater, Amsterdam

A theater performance by Lars Brinkman exploring the complex and often overlooked history of homosexuality in the Netherlands during World War II, questioning victimhood and the relationship between fascism and male bonding.

Willi Carlisle Live
Willi Carlisle Live

Tuesday, 05-05-2026, 20:30

Tolhuistuin, Amsterdam

Queer folksinger-songwriter and poet Willi Carlisle returns with his signature sound of traditional folk, exploring themes of absurdity, spectacle, and philosophy with a love for outsiders.

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Wednesday
Weirdo
Weirdo

Wednesday, 06-05-2026, 19:30

Leidse Schouwburg, Leiden

In the musical performance Weirdo, you secretly watch what happens in a high school auditorium. It's the place to see and be seen, and you hear everything—including what the students think but don't share.

Mitski
Mitski

Wednesday, 06-05-2026, 20:00

AFAS Live, Amsterdam

Indie pop star Mitski returns to the Netherlands for her biggest shows ever at AFAS Live, following the release of her new album.

The Elephant
The Elephant

Wednesday, 06-05-2026, 20:00

Frascati, Amsterdam

In Dutch. A story about the horror of love, intimacy, violence, and everything that remains unspoken between two women.

Coming Up
Amsterdam
Art Makerspace | Fashion & Design XL: World Pride
Art Makerspace | Fashion & Design XL: World Pride

Thursday, 07-05-2026, 16:00

OBA Oosterdok, Amsterdam

Are you between 14 and 23 years old and want to get started with fashion, art, and identity? Sign up for this series of free workshops to create your own design for World Pride.

Drag Daughters: A Solo Exhibition by Michelle Sank
Drag Daughters: A Solo Exhibition by Michelle Sank

Thursday, 07-05-2026, 16:30

Het Zuid-Afrikahuis, Amsterdam

A solo photography exhibition by Michelle Sank exploring Cape Town's rich drag culture. The work celebrates resilience, community, and self-expression through powerful portraits of the city's drag queens.

PINKOOST
PINKOOST

Thursday, 07-05-2026, 20:00

Café De Kleine Bes, Amsterdam

A bimonthly social event for the LGBTQ+ community in Amsterdam-Oost, providing a regular opportunity for residents to meet and connect.

Utrecht
PANN 25+
PANN 25+

Friday, 08-05-2026, 22:00

De Helling, Utrecht

PANN organizes the largest LGBTQ+ parties in the Netherlands. This edition at De Helling in Utrecht is exclusively for an audience aged 25 and older.

Music Bingo XXL with Joost de Host
Music Bingo XXL with Joost de Host

Saturday, 09-05-2026, 20:00

Bodytalk, Utrecht

After a sold-out previous edition, Music Bingo XXL with Joost de Host returns! Play bingo with a playlist full of queer bangers and quiz questions.

Lazy Queer Sunday: Matt Baume
Lazy Queer Sunday: Matt Baume

Sunday, 10-05-2026, 17:00

Savannah Bay, Utrecht

American author and YouTuber Matt Baume discusses his book, 'Hi Honey, I’m Homo!', about the history of queer characters on American sitcoms and television’s impact on queer liberation.

Being (queer bodies) together
Being (queer bodies) together

Thursday, 14-05-2026, 19:15

Holos, Utrecht

A monthly evening of bodywork, sharing practices, and being together for queer-identifying individuals, exploring different themes each session.

The Hague
mx CoelaCunt Will Live Forever
mx CoelaCunt Will Live Forever

Thursday, 07-05-2026, 20:15

Theater aan het Spui, The Hague

Mx. CoelaCunt will live forever is an ode to survival and fluidity. Through a mix of music, choreography, fashion, and spoken word, Djuwa Mroivili creates a performance that is both healing and confrontational.

The Social Hub x AMP: Pride Paint and Sip
The Social Hub x AMP: Pride Paint and Sip

Friday, 08-05-2026, 18:00

The Social Hub The Hague, The Hague

Join a vibrant afternoon of color, creativity, and connection at this Paint & Sip evening. Perfect for all skill levels, enjoy a relaxed atmosphere with music, drinks, and a welcoming community.

Queer City Walk The Hague
Queer City Walk The Hague

Saturday, 09-05-2026, 10:30

Haags Historisch Museum, The Hague

Join a two-hour, donation-based city walk to discover the rich queer history of The Hague, exploring local and national stories of queer people, emancipation, and discrimination.

Rotterdam
Weg met Eddy Bellegueule
Weg met Eddy Bellegueule

Thursday, 07-05-2026, 20:00

Theater Rotterdam, Rotterdam

The autobiographical novel by Édouard Louis was an instant worldwide success. The book tells the unvarnished life story of a gay boy in a homophobic environment.

Dog meet-up
Dog meet-up

Saturday, 09-05-2026, 13:30

Het Park, Rotterdam

Calling all queer dog owners and allies to bring their dogs to this free meet-up in Het Park!

Queer Sunday Café
Queer Sunday Café

Sunday, 10-05-2026, 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.

A Case for the Existence of God
A Case for the Existence of God

Tuesday, 12-05-2026, 20:00

Theater Rotterdam, Rotterdam

An acclaimed, contemporary play about an unlikely friendship between two single fathers who, despite their differences, find a connection through their shared life struggles.

Leiden
Open Stage – Eurovision Special
Open Stage – Eurovision Special

Saturday, 09-05-2026, 20:00

COC De Kroon, Leiden

Singing, dancing, lip-syncing — anything goes! An open stage Eurovision special hosted by Anita Burger at COC De Kroon. Free admission.

No Men Beyond This Point
No Men Beyond This Point

Saturday, 09-05-2026, 20:30

Theater Ins Blau, Leiden

A feminist sci-fi play about a utopian future without men, where the sudden appearance of a wild man uncovers the dark side of paradise.

Other cities
Creative Evening
Creative Evening

Thursday, 07-05-2026, 19:00

Kruim in de Chocoladefabriek, Gouda

Join us for a cozy creative evening. Bring your own project (crochet, drawing, etc.) and work on it in a social setting with the community.

Kom op de Soep
Kom op de Soep

Friday, 08-05-2026, 15:30

Café Rosé, Maastricht

Come for the Soup is an initiative by COC Limburg to involve the neighborhood more with Café Rosé and to welcome new people from the area. Everyone is welcome.

Club Joehoe
Club Joehoe

Friday, 08-05-2026, 22:00

Werkwarenhuis, 's-Hertogenbosch

An open-minded club night for gays, lesbians, bis, queers, and everyone who wants to dance freely. Experience a raw, sexy, and inclusive atmosphere where you can be unashamedly yourself on the dance floor.

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