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Deepening B Tantra Massage Day for Couples
Het Jagershuis, Vught
This massage day is for couples who have previously attended a workshop with the organizer. Participants will learn new touch techniques and explore the difference between regular and tantra massage.
Information Meeting for Prospective Parents
Amsterdam, Amsterdam
An information meeting in Amsterdam for prospective parents, covering various family forms, legal aspects, and personal stories from rainbow families.
Hike from Diemen to Science Park Station
Station Diemen (Start Point), Diemen
Join a 7 km group walk from Diemen station to Science Park station. This varied route takes you through new residential areas, allotments, and the Anna's Tuin & Ruigte food forest.
Proud Supporters
Bibliotheek Rotterdam (Gaandeweg zaal, 4th floor), Rotterdam
A supportive program for parents, caregivers, and chosen family of LGBTQ+ youth in Rotterdam to grow in acceptance, communication, and connection.
Tour d’Amour
Laurenskerk, Rotterdam
An interactive and inspiring performance about love, freedom, and the universal desire to be yourself, featuring personal stories and moving songs.
Monthly Last-Sunday Dance Afternoon
Het Open Huis, Amsterdam
Join the season opening of the monthly dance afternoon with Ballroom, Latin, line dancing, and free dancing. Everyone is welcome, from beginners to experienced dancers.
Men-only
Rope Touch: Naked Shibari Practice
Westerpark, Amsterdam
Monthly beginner-friendly naked practice meetings for men in Amsterdam. Learn and discover Shibari in a friendly and safe environment.
Roos Blufpand & Bieke
De Kurk, Arnhem
Enjoy an intimate concert with Dutch singer-songwriters Roos Blufpand and Bieke. Experience their honest, authentic, and personal songs at café De Kurk in Arnhem.
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.
Margriet van der Linden - Annie, are you OK? (Try-out)
Theater De Richel, Amsterdam
In an honest, witty rollercoaster of observations and experiences, Margriet van der Linden takes you into a woman's life: her own.
More News
Amsterdam & Netherlands
- From Community Havens to Pop Allies: Here's Who Won Big at the 2026 Winq Awards
- Utrecht's Queer Past is Hiding in Plain Sight. Let's Change That.
- The Netherlands Is Back at Eurovision, But With a New Team and a Lot of Baggage
- The Numbers Are In, and They're a Slap in the Face: Queer Acceptance Among Dutch Teens Is in Freefall
Europe & World
- From The Hague to Christopher Street: Rob Jetten Makes a Pilgrimage to Stonewall
- Queer Center in Hanover Attacked, Community Responds with Defiance
- US Conservative Group Threatens to Sue School District Over Transgender Teacher
- German Government Pulls Queer Youth Funding. Their Response: A €1.5 Million War Chest.
Culture & Lifestyle
Coming Up
Amsterdam
Showdown Monday: Drag Talent Competition
The Queen's Head, Amsterdam
Join host Skyla Versai every last Monday of the month for a fierce drag talent competition where your applause decides the winner. Watch up to eight performers battle for the crown and a cash prize!
Alison Moyet - Songs of Yazoo, The Minutes & Other
Koninklijk Theater Carré, Amsterdam
British singer-songwriter Alison Moyet, known from the synth-pop duo Yazoo, returns to Carré for a unique concert featuring songs from Yazoo's repertoire and her acclaimed solo electronic albums.
The Sex Sisters Game Show
Griffioen, Amstelveen
In their cheerful theater lecture 'The Sex Sisters Game Show,' quiz questions fly by at a rapid pace. An evening that will change your sex life forever.
Utrecht
Bi+ Café Utrecht
ACU, Utrecht
Welcome to the monthly Bi+ Café in Utrecht! It's a place for bi+ people to meet, get together, share experiences, and have a fun evening.
Trans RoundTUBle
Moira, Utrecht
A low barrier-to-entry space to learn with and from the trans community.
Book Talk: Kae Tempest
TivoliVredenburg, Utrecht
Join a special book talk with the phenomenal Kae Tempest—poet, playwright, songwriter, rapper, and novelist. Tempest will discuss their latest book, Having Spent Life Seeking, and more.
Opening UQCF 2026 & Dirkje Kuik Lecture
LE:EN, Utrecht
The official opening of the Utrecht Queer Culture Festival 2026. This private, invite-only reception will feature the annual Dirkje Kuik lecture.
The Hague
Queer Friday The Hague
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.
Jam Session
COC Haaglanden, The Hague
A cozy jam session for jazz lovers. Whether you play, sing, or just listen, you're welcome to join in the improvisation and great atmosphere.
Drawing Achilles in the Golden Hall
Mauritshuis, The Hague
During Coming Out Week, show your creative side in a flash life drawing workshop in the Golden Hall of the Mauritshuis.
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.
Rotterdam
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.
KENKI KRIN KRIN
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
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
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
Pink Salon
Frankeland, Schiedam
A cozy social gathering for LGBTQ+ seniors from Schiedam, Vlaardingen, and the surrounding areas.
Rainbow Café Amstelhoek
Amstelbite, Amstelhoek
Come by for an evening full of meeting, fun, and a nice atmosphere.
The Sex Sisters Game Show
Griffioen, Amstelveen
In their cheerful theater lecture 'The Sex Sisters Game Show,' quiz questions fly by at a rapid pace. An evening that will change your sex life forever.
Pride Ontzet 2 & 3 October
Ambachtsplein (COC Leiden), Leiden
For the first time, Pride has its own spot within the Leiden 3 October festivities! Celebrate two days of diversity, visibility, and connection with a colorful program of music and performances.
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Whether you're a local, a queer expat or a gay tourist, discover the queer events, gay-friendly venues, and LGBTQ+ news — in English and Dutch, updated daily.