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My Beautiful Laundrette
Eye Filmmuseum, Amsterdam
The unusual love story of a skinhead and a young Pakistani man who opens a luxury laundrette in London. A cruelly honest comedy about a culture clash during Thatcherism.
Drinks & Talk LGBT+
Café Kalff, Utrecht
Join us for a casual evening of drinks and conversation at Café Kalff. A great opportunity to meet new people in the Utrecht LGBT+ community.
QUEER LINE DANCING @ THE SKATEPARK
PARK AMSTERDAM, Amsterdam
Join STOMP for a Brazil-themed block party! A sexy night of Carnaval moves, queer pop, and Brazilian funk remixes at the skatepark.
We Will Rock You
DeLaMar, Amsterdam
Experience the only official Queen musical, a spectacular show featuring over 20 legendary hits. Join the rebellion in a future where rock music is forbidden and help bring it back to life.
Kweerkafe in Amersfoort
Salon van Zanten, Amersfoort
A monthly meeting place for all queers from Amersfoort and the surrounding area. Besides a cozy café evening, there's often a low-threshold activity and games.
Madonna: Truth or Dare
Eye Filmmuseum, Amsterdam
A renowned behind-the-scenes documentary on Madonna’s Blonde Ambition Tour, focusing on the superstar’s entourage and her gay dancers.
Tomorrow
Q Kitchen by Aydin & Nata
Buurthuis De Horizon, Amsterdam
A cooking social bringing together LGBTQ+ food lovers and friends for cooking sessions, socializing, and great food at Buurthuis De Horizon in Amsterdam West.
Angels in America
Internationaal Theater Amsterdam, Amsterdam
A revival of Ivo van Hove's radical 2008 production of Tony Kushner’s brilliant and award-winning play, Angels in America: A Gay Fantasia on National Themes.
The Adventure of Iron Pussy
Eye Filmmuseum, Amsterdam
An extravagant and hilarious satire involving a Thai secret agent in drag on an undercover mission in the spirit of James Bond.
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.
Book Launch 'Lik' - An Ode to Women's Love in Literature
Tolhuistuin, Amsterdam
Celebrate the release of 'Lik', a rebellious queer debut novel by Tessel ten Zweege. The evening includes a presentation, a panel discussion on WLW representation in literature, a photo exhibition, and a DJ set.
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.
Women-only
Sapphic Shots!
OASE Rotterdam, Rotterdam
A casual meetup for sapphics to mingle, play games, flirt with making new friends, and have a good time. Come for the games, stay for the chats, crushes, and connections.
Queer Is Not Dead Festival Opening
Vrankrijk, Amsterdam
The opening night of the Queer Is Not Dead Festival, a benefit for Abortion Network Amsterdam featuring live feminist, hardcore, and dance-punk bands.
Friyay Drinks
Nate
Join the Amsterdam LGBT+ after-work drinks for a fantastic chance to meet new friends and connect with people in a friendly, relaxed setting. This social event runs from 20h to 23h, every last Friday of the month, encouraging attendees to mingle and have fun.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show
Eye Filmmuseum, Amsterdam
A newly engaged couple's car breaks down, leading them to seek shelter at the bizarre and extravagant residence of Dr. Frank-N-Furter, a transvestite scientist.
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Coming Up
Amsterdam
Queer is not dead
Amsterdam, Amsterdam
A recurring event series celebrating queer punk culture with live bands and performances in a vibrant, community-focused atmosphere.
Superflirt Festival
Kaap Amsterdam, Amsterdam
Superflirt is a vibrant queer festival celebrating community and connection. Get a taste of the atmosphere and see why it's not just a festival, but a sensation!
Puppy Unleashed
Eagle Amsterdam, Amsterdam
The go-to event for men into pup dynamics, whether you’re an active pup, a handler, or simply curious. Focus is on playful interaction and social connection in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.
Mädchen in Uniform
Eye Filmmuseum, Amsterdam
A moving and humorous portrait of a young woman at a strict boarding school who falls in love with her teacher, becoming an icon of the 1930s lesbian scene.
Utrecht
SUMMER OF PRIDE KIKI PART III
De Helling, Utrecht
The biggest and fabbest Utrecht ball of the year returns for its third edition, paying tribute to the trans community who have built ballroom culture.
ART HOUSE 17 & Friends: Over the Rainbow
TivoliVredenburg / Grote Zaal, Utrecht
ART HOUSE 17 presents a flamboyant revue where genres and conventions clash, featuring music from Bach to Sufjan Stevens, alongside dance, clowns, and acrobats in an ode to the beauty of diversity.
CYBERLESQUE
KABUL à GoGo, Utrecht
Celebrate the first anniversary of digi-art and music collective bitcrush fanclub <3. Enter the tease of the future with DJ-sets and theatrical performances.
The Dresden Dolls
TivoliVredenburg (Ronda), Utrecht
The iconic 'Brechtian punk cabaret' duo, The Dresden Dolls, celebrate the 20th anniversary of their album 'Yes, Virginia...'.
The Hague
City Walks: The Hague's Queer History Summer 2026
Haags Historisch Museum (Meeting Point), The Hague
Join a two-hour walking tour to discover The Hague's rich queer history, activism, and emancipation. Guides share stories and invite participants to share their own experiences.
ANALBUM (try-out)
Zaal 3, The Hague
Maxi delivers a whirlwind of pop, camp, and cabaret in a show between a concert and a performance. Experience EDM and ballads infused with humor, exploring themes of desire, taboo, and identity.
Queer Run Club
COC Haaglanden, The Hague
Join the Queer Run Club for a friendly 5-kilometer run with other queer people. A great way to be active and social outdoors.
Trans Swimming at Plons The Hague
HHZV Plons, The Hague
A free and accessible swimming training for trans and non-binary people (18+) in The Hague, organized by HHZV Plons. All levels are welcome.
Rotterdam
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.
Salon of Queer Indoctrinations #6 - PUNKs
WORM Rotterdam, Rotterdam
The Salon of Queer Indoctrinations returns, this time exploring the intersection of queer and punk culture with experimental performances from various artists.
Anxiety Support Group
Kinderboerderij de Kraal, Rotterdam
A peer-led support group for people experiencing anxiety, meeting at Kinderboerderij De Kraal to connect with animals and each other.
Other cities
The Art of Bodypaint
Private Garden in Olst, Olst
Immerse yourself in the world of body painting in this day-long workshop celebrating our beautiful and diverse bodies. This colorful day combines playfulness, fun, and deep connection, using special paint to creatively connect with other men.
Groene Hart Best Drag Artist Contest
Poppodium So What!, Gouda
A vibrant drag contest where queens, kings, and performers from the region compete for the title of Groene Hart Best Drag Artist 2026 at Poppodium So What!
We The People
Central ParQ, Heerlen
Premiere of the film 'We The People', a documentary by Queer Parkstad that intertwines in-depth interviews and live music to explore themes of inclusion, emancipation, and LGBTI+ experiences.
Pride Comedy
Nobel, Leiden
Comedy for and by the Community! An evening with the best queer comedians from the Netherlands, sharp analyses, and emerging talent.
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