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What began as a bold initiative to map all festivals in the Netherlands has, over the past 15 years, evolved into an essential reference found on the desks of live entertainment professionals across the Netherlands and Belgium. The first physical edition of the EB Live Festival Guide was launched in January 2010 during the Eurosonic Noorderslag (ESNS) Conference. The response from both readers and advertisers was overwhelmingly positive. “This was the publication the festival world had been waiting for.”
No one could have predicted that, 15 years later, we would still be talking about this guide. The defining moment was when an advertiser referred to the EB Live Festival Guide not as a guide, but as the ‘festival bible.’ The challenges in the festival industry are well known, but despite these obstacles, we manage to produce a new edition every year, thanks to the support of our partners. A few years ago, we added a digital version, which has been widely embraced. However, many readers continue to prefer the physical edition. Each year, this reference guide is embraced by 7,500 industry professionals, including more than 1,000 festival and event organizations, as well as event venues, artist agencies, suppliers, and other key players, and we are incredibly proud of that.
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date version of this guide. Although we’ve strived to list as many events as we could, the festival world remains a very dynamic one. If your festival or event is not mentioned in this guide, and you would like it to be listed in the 2026 edition, or if you would like to add extra information, don’t hesitate to contact us at festivalguide@entertainmentbusiness.nl. Our ambition is clear. We want the EB Live Festival Guide to be the go-to publication for industry professionals. The 2025 edition marks the start of what we hope will be another incredible festival season, despite the many challenges we face.
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DUTCH FESTIVALS
JANUARY 20 +++ FEBRUARY 28 +++ MARCH 34 +++ APRIL 45 +++ MAY 78 JUNE 123 +++ JULY 174 +++ AUGUST 222 +++ SEPTEMBER 257 OCTOBER 277 +++ NOVEMBER 285 +++ DECEMBER 291
DE VRIENDEN VAN AMSTEL LIVE
Nederlandstalig
Every year, the best artists from the Netherlands provide a dazzling show full of surprises under the familiar chandelier. De Vrienden van Amstel LIVE stands for unique and unexpected collaborations that result in spectacular performances.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 9-24 January
location Ahoy, Rotterdam
website www.amstel.nl/vriendenvanamstel
FACTS
acts 14 capacity 15,000 type Indoor
price 80.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer See Tickets
organisation Tribe Company B.V.
email info@tribecompany.com
IJSBEELDEN FESTIVAL
edition 20
The largest Ice Sculpture Festival in Europe opens this year in Biddinghuizen! You can enjoy the theme “An undiscovered world” at Strandgaperweg 20. Admire enormous ice sculptures measuring 6 meters high and discover deep-sea creatures, dense jungles and distant galaxies. This year the festival also features a street art exhibition featuring bold creations from emerging artists. A magical experience for young and old on 1500 m² full of ice, art and adventure!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 1 January-2 March
location Flevo Nice, Biddinghuizen website www.ijsbeelden.nl
FACTS
type Indoor
price 18.50 EUR avg. day
organisation EVENTERPRISE BV email info@ijsbeelden.nl
SNEEUWPOP WATERINGEN
edition 10
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18 January
location Hofpark, Wateringen website www.sneeuwpop.nl
FACTS
organisation Sneeuwpop email sneeuwpopwateringen@gmail.com
DE LEIDSE BLUESEN JAZZWEEK
Blues, Jazz edition 43
The Leiden Blues and Jazz Week 2025 takes place from Monday, January 20 to Sunday, January 26, with the Pub Crawl on Wednesday, January 22. The event will kick off with an opening in the Stadsfoyer of Leiden’s City Hall. Throughout the week, there will be over 80 performances, films, and workshops across the city, with the Pub Crawl featuring more than 25 concerts in various cafés and venues. For the full schedule, check the website, which will be updated as the event approaches.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 20 January
location Leiden website www.deleidsejazzweek.nl
FACTS
acts 80 capacity 15,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Stichting de Leidse Jazzweek email info@deleidsejazzweek.nl
WRITERS UNLIMITED
INTERNATIONAAL LITERATUURFESTIVAL DEN HAAG
Literature, Singer-Songwriter edition 30
Celebrating the written and spoken word, Writers Unlimited presents new voices, literary greats, inspiring speakers and performers from around the world. Programme highlights include Friday and Saturday Night Unlimited: festival nights featuring authors, poets and spoken word artists performing during twenty events on five stages at Theater aan het Spui and Filmuhis Den Haag. Sunday afternoon 26 January, music, literature and poetry blend in ‘Playing with Fire’, a festive show at Amare.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 23-26 January
location Theater aan het Spui, Filmhuis Den Haag, Amare, Paard e.a., The Hague
website www.writersunlimited.nl
FACTS
acts 140 capacity 4,500 type Indoor
organisation Writers Unlimited email info@writersunlimited.nl
booker Judith Uyterlinde
booker email info@writersunlimited.nl
TIJDMASJIEN WINTER FESTIVAL Pop
The best throwback festival returns with a winter edition! The jukebox is running at full speed this winter with the best hits from the 80’s, 90’s, 00’s and today! Prepare for a semi-outdoor winter festival, full of confetti, singalongs, old school throwbacks and non-stop hits.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25 January
location Thuishaven, Amsterdam website www.tijdmasjien.nl
FACTS
type Indoor
ticketer iHaveGotaTicket
organisation Faul Productions email info@tijdmasjien.nl
Serge Ligtenberg
EUROSONIC NOORDERSLAG
Dance, Experimental, Pop, Rock, Urban
ESNS is an independent platform dedicated to the promotion and discovery of new European and Dutch music. Founded in 1986, ESNS hosts an annual showcase festival and music conference across venues in Groningen, the Netherlands. The festival presents emerging European and Dutch acts, ranging from mainstream pop to progressive finds. The conference is geared at trailblazing the music industry towards a sustainable future, presenting knowledge on industryleading topics and innovation.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 15-18 January
location City centre, Groningen website www.esns.nl
FACTS
acts 300 capacity 35,000 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer See Tickets
organisation ESNS email info@esns.nl
SNEEUWBAL WINTERFESTIVAL
Dance, Hard techno, House, Techno edition 11
The ultimate winter rave! Sneeuwbal Winter festival is a snow-themed electronic outdoor festival in the heart of Utrecht. Held each January, the city’s Park Transwijk buzzes with house and techno beats from afternoon till night. Winter activities and lots of sizzling delicacies will keep you warm. Dresscode: ski outfit!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25 January
location Park Transwijk, Utrecht website www.sneeuwbalfestival.nl
FACTS
capacity 12,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
price 49.50 EUR avg. day
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation The Zoo Events
email info@thezooevents.nl
WESTERN EXPERIENCE
Country, Singer-Songwriter
The Western Experience is Europe’s largest indoor country festival, with lots of ‘experience’. We have Western riding, shopping, Native Americans, Linedancing, Music and a lot of atmosphere!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25-26 January
location Brabanthallen, ‘S-hertogenbosch website www.westernexperience.com
FACTS
acts 25 capacity 15,000 type Indoor price 20.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Western Experience BV email Info@westernexperience.com
SNOWBASS FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25 January
location Balkenhaven, Zaandam website www.snowbass.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor-
WINTERBIERFESTIVAL
During the Winter Beer Festival at Scheltema Leiden, a number of small Dutch brewers present themselves with various winter beers. Upon entering, visitors will receive the starter pack ordered in advance. The Winter Beer Festival Leiden lasts from 13.30 to 18.00 hours.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 January
location Scheltema, Leiden website www.bierwandeling.nl/winterbierfestival-leiden
FACTS
type Indoor
organisation ProKwadraat email info@prokwadraat.nl
B.I.T.C.H. FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 1 February
location North Sea Venue, Zaandam website www.crazylandparties.nl
FACTS
organisation Crazyland
KARNAVAL FESTIVAL
Hardcore, Hardstyle, Nederlandstalig
Karnaval Festival is an unique festival which combines the harder styles with the party atmosphere and music of the Dutch carnival tradition. Harder-styles artists make mash-ups, bootlegs and crazy remixes of Dutch party music, creating an entirely new music genre called ‘karnastyle’. The visitors dress-up in the craziest costumes and trucks with huge sound systems surround the mainstage. Karnaval Festival is the biggest karnastyle festival around.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 1 February website www.karnavalfestival.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor price 0.00 EUR avg. day ticketer See Tickets
organisation Intents Evenementen email klantenservice@intentsfestival.nl
Kevin Verkruijssen
LANSINGER WINTERLAND
Classic, Hardcore, Hardstyle, Nederlandstalig, Pop edition 4
Spend your winter at the ultimate winter festival filled with crazy après-ski and the best party and nineties hits. Visitors won’t get cold in their retro skisuits, while dancing at the covered and heated stages & foodcourts!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 1 February
location Annie M.G. Schmidtpark, Bergschenhoek website www.lansingerwinterland.nl
FACTS
capacity 9,500 type Outdoor
price 31.50 EUR avg. day
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation The Zoo Events email info@thezooevents.nl
booker The Zoo Events
booker email info@thezooevents.nl
AMSTERDAM INTERNATIONAL SALSA FESTIVAL
edition 12
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-9 February
location Amsterdam website www.extremos.nl/aisf-salsa-festival/
FACTS
organisation Rhone Events email ivanposchi@gmail.com
PLUS PODIUMFESTIVAL
Nederlandstalig, Pop
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 8-9 February
location Evenemententerrein Het Podium, IJsselstein website www.podiumfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 8 capacity 3,500 type Outdoor
price 20.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Westland Producties email info@podiumfestival.nl
IRISH PUB FESTIVAL
The Irish Pub Festival aims to recreate the feel and experience of the well known Temple Bar district in Dublin. We deliver the genuine feel of Ireland of by creating an evening of the best of Irish Traditional live music in various towns in The Netherlands.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7-9 February
location City centre, Deventer website www.irishpubfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 14 capacity 2,000
price Free
organisation Irish Pub Festival
email info@irishpubfestival.nl
booker N.Shannon
booker email info@irishpubfestival.nl
GRAUZONE
Experimental, Gothic, Pop, Rock, Techno
Grauzone presents a diverse and cutting-edge programme where music, film and art complement each other. It features young talent as well as established names rooted in or influenced by the underground music scene from new wave, electronic to psychedelic and experimental. The program consists of performances by (international) bands and DJ’s, a symposium with lectures and interviews, an exhibition and a film program.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7 February
location Paard, Koorenhuis, Grey Space, Barthkapel, Den Haag website www.grauzonefestival.nl
FACTS
acts 65 type Indoor
organisation Grauzone Festival email info@grauzonefestival.com
LEIDS CABARET FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10-11 February
location Schouwburg, Leiden website www.leidscabaretfestival.nl
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BLUE
Nederlandstalig, Pop
edition 3
BLUE festival is an indoor music winter festival that brings warmth and light in the dark and short days around Blue Monday. BLUE festival will cheer you up with a great lineup, heart warming food and fun winter activities.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14-15 February
location Oeverpark, Zevenhuizerplas, Rotterdam website www.bluefestival.nl
FACTS
acts 15 capacity 10,000 type Indoor price 35.00 EUR avg. day ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Vivre Productions email info@bluefestival.nl
booker Robert Boevé booker email robert@vivreproductions.nl
FESTIFOORT FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 8 February
location Flint, Amersfoort website www.facebook.com/festifoort
FACTS
type Indoor email info@festifoort.nl
VASTENAVEND ST. KRABBEGAT
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 8 February
location Bergen op Zoom website www.bergenopzoom.nl
FACTS
organisation Gemeente Bergen op Zoom
ROTTERDAM RAVE ‘KICK OFF’
Next February Rotterdam Rave is back at Rotterdam Ahoy for the annual Kick-Off. Expect a 2.0 version of the last Kick-Off and a brand new light setup.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 15 February location Rotterdam website www.rotterdamrave.com
FACTS
email info@rotterdamrave.com
BLUESFESTIVAL DELFT
Blues, Roots
The biggest indoor bluesfestival in The Netherlands with approx. 60 shows in 30 clubs and cafés. Highlights from previous editions include: Barrelhouse, Danny Bryant, BluesBones, Ed & the Gators, Jan Akkerman, Keith Dunn, Magic Frankie, Boo Boo Davis, Julian Sas, Doghouse Sam, Boogie Beastsl, Fat Harry and many others.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 20-23 February
location City center, Delft website www.delftblues.nl
FACTS
acts 60 capacity 25,000 type Indoor
price Free
organisation Stichting Horeca Muziekfestivals Delft email info@bluesther.nl
booker Esther Menke
booker email info@bluesther.nl
A STATE OF TRANCE
Trance
In 2001, Armin van Buuren created ‘A State of Trance,’ which has since evolved into one of the world’s largest trance music events. In 2025, this event is scheduled to be held at Ahoy Rotterdam and will span three days!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21-23 February
location Ahoy, Rotterdam website festival.astateoftrance.com
FACTS
acts 70 capacity 50,000 type Indoor ticketer See Tickets organisation Alda email info@aldalive.com
ZEEZOUT WINTERFESTIVAL
A daytime festival built on pillars of raw, sweaty, and unapologetic nightlife facets. Paradigm x ZeeZout makes its return to the Zeefgebouw on 22 February 2025. Walk past the misty windows of the old sugar factory into the steamy basement and discover all there is to discover. Expect a blend of fast paced trance, bass-heavy techno and deep funky sounds. Three stages, eleven artists, and dancers from all directions. This is our winter formula.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22 February
location Amsterdam website www.zeezout.info
FACTS
type Indoor organisation Zeezout
GRASNAPOLSKY
Grasnapolsky is an intimate winter festival that first took place in Utrecht in 2010. After spending the last five years at Radio Kootwijk, Grasnapolsky moved to De Toekomst: an old strawboard factory in Scheemda, near the German border. Grasnapolsky revolves around art, nature and music, with artists ranging from indie to electronic, seeking a balance between unknown and known artists.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7-9 March
location Fabriek de Toekomst, Scheemda website www.grasnapolsky.nl
FACTS
type Indoor
organisation Grasnapolsky email info@grasnapolsky.nl
UTRECHT INTERNATIONAL COMEDY FESTIVAL
Comedy edition 12
The Utrecht International Comedy Festival has put the charming city of Utrecht on the map as one of the best destinations to see live stand-up comedy in The Netherlands. During the final weekend of the Utrecht International Comedy Festival on the 7th and 8th of March 2025 all floors of concert hall TivoliVredenburg will once again be turned into a giant playground for comedians and comedy fans from all over the globe.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 February-8 March
location TivoliVredenburg, Utrecht website www.utrechtinternationalcomedyfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 50 capacity 4,000 type Indoor
organisation Stichting Utrecht International Comedy Festival email info@uicf.nl
booker Jeroen Pater
booker email jeroen@uicf.nl
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VERKNIPT ZIGGO DOME
Hard techno edition 1
On February 28, Verknipt is hosting a big indoor rave at the iconic Ziggo Dome venue, with a capacity for 12.000 ravers! Since Verknipt is known for its light and laser shows, we’re ready to kick-some-ass with this edition. Even for Ziggo Dome standards, this event is going to raise the bar!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 28 February-1 March
location Ziggo Dome, Amsterdam website www.verknipt.org/ziggo-dome
FACTS
acts 9 capacity 12,000 type Indoor ticketer
organisation Verknipt email info@verknipt.org
booker Verknipt
booker email info@verknipt.org
C2C: COUNTRY TO COUNTRY
Country edition 4
C2C: Country to Country stands as Europe’s premier multi-day country music festival, drawing in tens of thousands of attendees from around the globe. C2C showcases a combination of country music icons alongside up-and-coming talent from Nashville, the UK, and Europe. While it initially kicked off at the O2 Arena, it swiftly spread its wings with editions in Dublin and Glasgow. Since 2019, the festival has expanded to the Netherlands and Germany, with both editions occurring on the same weekend.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 8-9 March
location RTM Stage, Rotterdam website www.c2c-countrytocountry.nl
FACTS
capacity 6,500 type Indoor ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Greenhouse Talent email info@greenhousetalent.nl
booker Jora Vullings booker email jora@greenhousetalent.nl
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Charles Batenburg
DAS WINTERFEST
Dance, Nederlandstalig, Pop
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 8 March
location Zegerplas, Alphen aan den Rijn website www.daswinterfest.nl
FACTS
capacity 3,500 type Indoor+Outdoor
price 25.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation First2Dance email info@first2dance.nl
PEELPOP
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 15 March
location Boekel website www.peelpop.nl
FACTS
type Indoor ticketer CM.com
organisation Stichting Peelpop email hans@peelpop.nl
DAS ALPHEN APRÈS-SKI FEST
Nederlandstalig edition 1
The Ultimate Après-Ski Party: A Snowy Celebration Like No Other!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14 March
location Aan de Zegerplas, Alphen aan den Rijn website www.dasalphenfest.nl
FACTS
acts 6 capacity 1,500 type Indoor
price 25.00 EUR avg. day ticketer
organisation KT Events email info@dasalphenfest.nl
booker Jason Tuhumena booker email info@dasalphenfest.nl
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INTERNATIONAAL KAMERMUZIEKFESTIVAL SCHIERMONNIKOOG
The Schiermonnikoog Festival combines music with nature. Twice a year, the festival offers masterclasses, documentaries, lectures and trips into the island’s beautiful surroundings. Both in spring ánd autumn, over 200 musicians from across the world travel to the peaceful island of Schiermonnikoog, dedicating this week to their music and performance. The intimacy of chamber music and the unique nature of the island enhance one another’s beauty, and give the festival its unique character.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14-20 March
location Schiermonnikoog website www.schiermonnikoogfestival.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Stichting Internationaal Kamermuziekfestival Schiermonnikoog email info@schiermonnikoogfestival.nl
TRANSITION
edition 8
HENDRICK’S FEST ST. PATRICK’S DAY
Blues, Folk, Pop, Rock edition 2
Hendrick’s Fest St. Patrick’s Day brings the authentic Irish pub experience to life. The festival is all about celebrating the vibrant Irish culture, with lively performances by bands that capture the best of pub music.
No Irish celebration is complete without pub food, and this festival delivers! All paired perfectly with a pint of Guinness.
From the sound of bagpipes to the clinking of glasses with friends, Hendrick’s Fest St. Patrick’s Day immerses you in an unforgettable Irish experience.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 15 March
location Alphen aan den Rijn website www.hendricksfest.nl
FACTS
acts 5 capacity 1,200 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Stichting Hendrick’s Fest email info@hendricksfest.nl
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 15 March
location TivoliVredenburg, Utrecht website www.transitionfestival.nl
FACTS
type Indoor -
booker Daan van Termeij booker email daan@ktevents.nl
VOORJAARSKERMIS HELMOND
Nederlandstalig, Pop
Mark it down in your calendar: The always fun Spring Fair Helmond 2025 will take place from Friday, March 21 through Sunday, March 30, 2025. With more than 40 attractions spread throughout the center of Helmond, it promises to be a fun fair for young and old!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21-30 March
location Markt, Helmond
website www.helmondkermis.nl
FACTS
acts 2 capacity 5,000 type Outdoor
Price Free
organisation GJD Events B.V. email info@gjdbv.nl
booker GJD Events B.V.
booker email info@gjdbv.nl
DAG IN DE BRANDING
Festival Dag in de Branding has become one of the leading platforms for new music in the Netherlands. Dag in de Branding organizes three one-day programs a year, during which concerts are staged at locations all across The Hague. The festival showcases the latest developments in classical and improvised music, in music theatre, jazz, pop, as well as in opera and electronic music.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21-23 March
location Several venues Den Haag website www.dagindebranding.nl
FACTS type Indoor
organisation Johan Wagenaar Stichting email info@dagindebranding.nl
MYSTIC GARDEN FESTIVAL ADE
House, Pop, Techno
The Garden’s golden heart burns bright as we look towards October and Amsterdam Dance Event. This outdoor, daytime festival, with all stages in pre-heated tents, forms part of a 2-in-1 experience with Dockyard Festival. An enchanted world brimming with magical creatures, breathtaking decor, and world-class techno DJs awaits you. Come dance to the drum of the Garden’s autumn song!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22 March
location Havenpark, Amsterdam
website www.mysticgardenfestival.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer iHaveGotaTicket
organisation Faul Productions BV
email info@mysticgardenfestival.nl
WINTER GARDEN
House, Techno, Trance
Step into the outdoor magic of Winter Garden 2025 –First Signs of Spring, where glittering woods, breathtaking decor, street theater, and artesian food trucks await. Dance to melodic techno, trance, and house beats that sweep you into the enchanted world of the Winter Garden, with all stages in pre-heated tents. Join us to kick off the festival season!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22 March
location Haarlemmermeer, Amsterdam website www.wintergardenfestival.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer iHaveGotaTicket
organisation Faul Productions email info@wintergardenfestival.nl
SNOLLEBOLLEKES LIVE IN CONCERT
Dance, Nederlandstalig, Pop
Snollebollekes is the most popular Dutch party act of this moment! A three-hour spectacle full of energy, special guest artists, and loads of Snollebollekes!
Together with a lot of guest artists, the nightingale of the south will let you shoot out of your tights again!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22-23 March
location GelreDome, Arnhem website www.snollebollekeslive.nl
FACTS
capacity 28,000 type Indoor
ticketer See Tickets
organisation Matrixx
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LATIN WEEKENDER
Enjoy three days of the Latin Lifestyle! The ultimate weekend getaway for groups of friends and Latin lovers. With salsa, bachata and kizomba parties, workshops, bootcamps, shows, a pool party.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21-23 March
location Center Parcs Limburgse Peel, America website www.latinweekender.com
FACTS
type Indoor organisation DUCOS Productions email info@ducos.com
BLUESROUTE
Blues edition 27
Numerous blues bands/acts in various cafes in Bergen op Zoom.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 28 March
location Different cafe’s/pubs in the city, Bergen op Zoom website www.liveatzoom.nl
FACTS
capacity 1,500 type Indoor
organisation st.LiveatZoom email info@liveatzoom.nl
booker ton de bont booker email LiveAtZoom
LENTEBOCKFESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 28-30 March
location Janskerkhof, Utrecht website www.lentebockfestival.nl organisation Kalipso Ontwerp en Evenementen email contact@janskerkhof-festivals.nl
DJ FRANCOIS PRESENTS: THE CLASSIXS
Dance, House, Trance
After an amazing Classixs year, we look ahead to DJ Francois presents The Classixs 2025! The king of Classixs, Dj Francois, will once again descend upon the Klokgebouw Eindhoven. And of course he and his Classixs team will provide a day filled with the tastiest classics! Get yourself interested and stay informed about tickets, line up and much more!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 29 March
location Klokgebouw, Eindhoven website www.theclassixs.nl
FACTS
capacity 3,000 type Indoor price 39.50 EUR avg. day ticketer CM.com
organisation Minority Events email info@minorityevents.nl
MASTERS OF HARDCORE
Hardcore, Hardstyle
Masters of Hardcore is the world’s leading hardcore event. What started as an underground movement to preserve hardcore music in the late 90’s, evolved into the biggest and most influential hardcore brand on the globe. Each year over 30.000 dedicated fanatics come together and celebrate hardcore in its purest form.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 29 March
location Brabanthallen, ‘s-Hertogenbosch website www.mastersofhardcore.com
FACTS
capacity 30,000 type Indoor organisation Art of Dance email info@mastersofhardcore.com
TARIBUSH KUNA FESTIVAL
Dance, Experimental, Folk, Nederlandstalig, Singer-Songwriter
Taribush Kuna is an intimate festival at the Dwingelderveld National Park. During four days you can experience everything: music, theater, art, literature & poetry, film and workshops in nature.
The program is very varied and is suitable for the whole family. Taribush Kuna is for everyone; experienced festival people, families with children or ‘ordinary’ people looking for a relaxing day out.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 30 March
location Nationaal Park Dwingelderveld, Lheebroek website www.taribushfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 100 capacity 12,000 type Outdoor ticketer Recras
organisation Stichting Taribush Festival email festival@tari.nl
REWIRE
Experimental
Rewire is a yearly festival for adventurous music in The Hague, the Netherlands. From 3 - 6 April 2025, Rewire will present its fourteenth festival edition, bringing together a wide range of musical and interdisciplinary performances, specially commissioned works, club nights, installations, talks, screenings and more.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3-6 April
location Various venues, Den Haag website www.rewirefestival.nl
FACTS
acts 200 capacity 15,000 type Indoor ticketer CM.com
organisation Stichting Rewire email hello@rewirefestival.nl
booker Rewire
booker email hello@rewirefestival.nl
THE AMSTERDAM COFFEE FESTIVAL
JOIN THE BIGGEST COFFEE PARTY ON EARTH
For one weekend only, the world of coffee unites under one roof... The Amsterdam Coffee Festival returns to the Westergas for 3 days of caffeinated fun on 3 - 5 April 2025.
Taste exceptional specialty coffees and meet the best European baristas & roasters. Discover new kit, gear & latest innovation. Learn from the experts. Enjoy cocktails, beats & good times
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3-5 April
location Westergas, Amsterdam website www.amsterdamcoffeefestival.com
FACTS
capacity 12,000 type Indoor
ticketer See Tickets
organisation The Amsterdam Coffee Festival
email info@amsterdamcoffeefestival.com
SUNSATION
edition 36
Sunsation is an annual pop festival in the village of Middelstum since 1988. In the past 36 years various artists have performed on our stage. For instance Golden Earring, Anouk, Within Temptation, De Dijk and Rowwen Hèze came to Middelstum. Nowadays Sunsation mainly focuses on Dance and Dutch music. For example, Paul Elstak, Quintino, Wildstylez, Code Black and Boogshe have played at the Dance Event in recent years. On the Dutch Evening, among others, Gerard Joling, the 3Js and Frans Duijts visited
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-12 April
location Festivalterrein Middelstum, Middelstum website www.sunsation.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 3,500 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer See Tickets
organisation Stichting Feestweek Middelstum email info@sunsation.nl booker Eling Zuidhof booker email eling@sunsation.nl
PLEINPOP
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-6 April
location Alphen website www.pleinpop.nl
FACTS
organisation Stichting Evenementen Alphen email info@pleinpop.nl
BROKKENBAL
Comedy, Hardstyle, Nederlandstalig edition 3
All Farmers, come together! On Saturday, April 5th, 2025, the third edition of Brokkenbal will take place! With acts like Mooi Wark, Beatcrooks, and Immer Hansi, Brokkenbal is known as the most epic party for all young farmers across the south of The Netherlands.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 April
location Green Valley Estate, Deurne website www.brokkenbal.com
FACTS
acts 9 capacity 2,500 type Indoor
price 25.00 EUR avg. day ticketer Ik Ben Aanwezig
organisation Brokkenbal email marcom@voergroepzuid.nl
booker Frans Stevens booker email frans@baroef.nl
OUDE LIEFDE ROEST NIET
Hardcore, Hardstyle edition 8
4 indoor area’s with the best in early hardstyle, early rave and classics.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 April
location Graffitihal The Loods, Roosendaal website www.olrn.nl
FACTS
capacity 1,600 type Indoor ticketer See Tickets
organisation Focus Events email Info@focus-events.nl
SENCITY FESTIVAL
Dance, Experimental, Hiphop, Literature, Pop
Sencity Festival is an immersive, multi-sensory festival where deaf, hearing-impaired and hearing visitors experience culture with all their senses. When the artist gives a dazzling live performance, they are supported by a deaf performer or music interpreter. All while the aroma jockey spreads scents that enhance the emotion of the song and a chef prepares matching snacks. The visuals and light show fit seamlessly while the audience is going wild on a vibrating, luminous dance floor.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 April
location TivoliVredenburg, Utrecht website www.sencity.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 1,500 type Indoor
ticketer TivoliVredenburg
organisation Stichting Possibilize email info@possibilize.today
LEIDSE DRAAIORGELDAG
Roots edition 26
From small organs transported in a stroller to large organs with iconic names like De Cubaan, De Sleutelstad, Dubbeldik, and De West-Fries, they stand side by side, each taking turns to play their music. Traditional Dutch repertoire is alternated with opera music and contemporary songs. From ‘This is my life’ to ‘Europapa’ there’s a bit of everything to hear.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 April
location Binnenstad Leiden, Leiden
website www.draaiorgeldag.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
price Free
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Leidse Draaiorgeldag email info@prokwadraat.nl
Jessie Kamp
BLUEZY BLUESFESTIVAL
edition 20
BOOSTER FESTIVAL
Hiphop, Pop, Rock, Techno, World
Booster Festival connects the creative music industry. It’s a combination between a music conference and a showcasefestival, so it’s the perfect place to meet and enjoy the music industry in the east of the Netherlands. On 15 different stages, 50 talented musicians are presenting their shows to music lovers and industry professionals.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 April
location Binnenstad, Enschede website www.boosterfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 50 capacity 10,000 type Indoor
price Free
organisation PAMM Productions email hallo@boosterfestival.nl
Tjeerd
The Bluezy Blues Festival Ridderkerk is an annual event in Ridderkerk. Once originated as a one-time musical party we are already looking forward to the 20th edition which will take place on Saturday, April 5, 2025 in recreation center De Fakkel in Ridderkerk. International top acts will be combined with our own national acts. A music party you must attend!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 April
location Sportlaan 8-10, Ridderkerk website www.bluezybluesfestival.nl
FACTS
organisation Stichting Blues & Rootsmuziek Ridderkerk
TAAIPOP
edition 37
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 April
location Cafe de Paus, Lutjebroek website www.taaipop.nl
FACTS
type Indoor
organisation Stichting Taaipop email info@taaipop.nl
BREGEPOP FESTIVAL 2024
Dance, House, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11-12 April
location Scharsterbrug website www.bregepop.nl
FACTS
acts 60 capacity 10,000 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer
organisation Stichting Bregepop email info@bregepop.nl
GIN & RUM FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12 April
location Grote Kerk, Den Haag website www.ginenrumfestival.nl
FACTS
type Indoor
organisation Gin & Rum Festival
email info@ginenrumfestival.nl
KINGDOM OF ELFIA
Folk, Gothic, World
SMARTLAPPENFESTIVAL AMERSFOORT
Nederlandstalig
Europe’s largest outdoor costume event, in a mixture of cosplay, re-enactment, music, markets and fantasy, with literally space for dozens of subcultures.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12-13 April
location Kasteel de Haar, Haarzuilens website www.elfia.com
FACTS
acts 50 capacity 22,000 type Outdoor
price 35.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Elfia email elfoffice@elfia.com
booker Dominik
booker email entertainment@elfia.com -
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12-13 April
location Centrum, Amersfoort
website www.smartlappenfestivalamersfoort.nl
type Indoor+Outdoor
price Free
organisation Smartlappenfestival Amersfoort email smartlappenfestivalamersfoort@gmail.com
DUTCH CHILI FEST
On Sunday April 13th, the Klokgebouw will once again be the setting for all things spicy: chili peppers, hot sauce, sambal, you name it. At the famous Dutch Chili Fest market you can find everything that has to do with chili peppers and the associated lifestyle. You can also enjoy good food (not just spicy food!), craft beer, the infamous eating competitions, live music and a generally pleasant get together!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13 April
location Eindhoven website www.dutchchilifest.nl
organisation ChiliFest email info@chilifest.be
ROADBURN FESTIVAL
Experimental, Folk, Hardcore, Metal, Rock
Roadburn Festival has become Europe’s leading underground festival for heavy music of all types. Unrestricted by genre, the Roadburn lineup regularly champions scene-defining bands and pioneers alongside up and coming artists who blur the boundaries effortlessly. Despite it’s well regarded reputation and broad critical acclaim, Roadburn remains something of a boutique festival, and very much underground in ethos but with seriously big league production values.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 17-20 April
location 013 Poppodium & Spoorzone, Tilburg website www.roadburn.com
FACTS
capacity 4,500 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Roadburn Festival email info@roadburn.com
booker Roadburn Festival booker email info@roadburn.com
MOMO FESTIVAL
Experimental, Folk, Hiphop, Pop, Rock edition 25
MOMO FESTIVAL IS HERE! Remember that MOMO energy? We’re back with the next edition, and its going to be even better. MOMO Festival brings you a cutting edge music program and exciting new artists in performance and art, from Rotterdam and the world!
Get your ticket now to secure your spot at Rotterdam’s iconic music, arts & performance festival.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 17-19 April
location Various Locations, Rotterdam website www.motelmozaique.nl
FACTS
acts 150 capacity 9,000 type Indoor+Outdoor price 100.00 EUR avg. day ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Stichting Motel Mozaïque email info@motelmozaique.nl
REBIRTH FESTIVAL
Hardcore, Hardstyle, Nederlandstalig, Urban
In 2025, we celebrate 15 Years of REBiRTH Festival madness during the sickest start of the harder styles summer season EVER! Unite with your friends and over fifty thousand fanatics in the sun to witness unforgettable experiences with every breath you take!
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FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11-13 April
location Antwerpsebaan, Helvoirt website www.rebirth-festival.nl
FACTS
acts 200 capacity 50,000 type Outdoor
ticketer See Tickets
organisation REBiRTH Festival B.V. email info@rebirth-festival.nl -
PRILPOP FESTIVAL
Prilpop is an free, 4-day pop festival that takes place every year during the Easter weekend. This festival takes place in and around OJC Walhalla in Sevenum.
Since 1983, this festival has been a household name for both existing and starting (early) bands and DJs, who want to approach a wider audience. During the Easter weekend we offer stages to more than 40 bands, DJs & acts.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18-21 April
location OJC Walhalla, Sevenum website www.prilpop.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
price Free
organisation Prilpop pretcommissie email info@prilpop.nl
booker Prilpop Festival booker email programmering@prilpop.nl
BRABANTSE WAL FESTIVAL
Nederlandstalig, Pop
Festival in Hoogerheide, region West Brabant, the Netherlands.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 19-20 April
location Scheldeweg, Hoogerheide website www.brabantsewalfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 25 capacity 3,000 type Indoor ticketer
organisation Stichting PrimeraPOP email info@brabantsewalfestival.nl
booker Niels van Elzakker booker email niels@brabantsewalfestival
PAASPOP DEN HOUT
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 19-20 April
location Oosterhout website www.paaspop.com
FACTS
organisation Stichting Paaspop Den Hout email bram@paaspop.com
DGTL FESTIVAL
Get ready to immerse yourself in the ultimate electronic music experience at DGTL Amsterdam 2025, returning to the NDSM Docklands on April 18 – 19 – 20! Explore immersive stage designs, cutting-edge electronic music, and a weekend filled with creative surprises. Join us in uncovering new facets of music culture, alongside a diverse lineup featuring both rising talents and celebrated icons.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18-20 April
location NDSM-werf, Amsterdam website www.dgtl.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor organisation Apenkooi Events
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HARDFEST
Hardcore, Hardstyle edition 14
HARDFEST is a renowned hard dance festival in the East of the Netherlands. A true tradition that annually brings together over 18,500 diehards from all over Europe. Addicted to the same thing: the best of the hardstyle and hardcore scene. Spread over several areas you will hear the sickest combinations, latest live acts, best classics and the finest talents. Mark your calendar!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 19 April
location University of Twente, Enschede website www.hardfest.nl
FACTS
acts 40 capacity 18,500 type Indoor+Outdoor
ticketer See Tickets
organisation Absolutely Fresh email info@absolutelyfresh.nl
booker Marc van Oosterbaan
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MERLINPOP
Merlinpop has been the festival in the region for years that kicks off the new festival season! During the Easter weekend, several bands and DJs are eager to throw a great party at Merlinpop!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 19-20 April
location OJC Merlin, Meerlo website www.merlinpop.nl
FACTS
capacity 2,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Stichting Merlinpop Meerlo email Info@merlinpop.nl
booker Dirk Jacobs booker email dirk.jacobs@merlinpop.nl
PAASPOP ZIEUWENT
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 19-20 April
location City centre, Ziewent website www.paaspop-zieuwent.nl
FACTS
organisation Stichting Paaspop-Zieuwent email info@paaspop-zieuwent.nl
BIGBAND FESTIVAL
Surpising (foreign) bigbands, blues- and rockbands in the citycentre of Goor (Hof van Twente). Also an international beermarket, streetart and a ‘Blue Note Square’ for children. Bigband Festival Goor ensures an attractive musical Easter monday for the entire family!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21 April
location City centre, Goor website www.bigbandfestivalgoor.nl
FACTS
capacity 15,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
price Free
organisation Stichting BigBand Festival Goor email info@bigbandfestivalgoor.nl
AAIPOP
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21 April
location Nijland website www.aaipop.frl
DE HELDEN VAN ORANJE
Celebrating King’s Night with the Heroes of Orange in the City Park in Groningen.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25 April
location Drafbaan, Groningen website www.deheldenvanoranje.nl
FACTS
capacity 15,000 type Outdoor ticketer See Tickets
organisation 4PM Entertainment & E&A Events
PAASPOP
Comedy, Dance, Hiphop, House, Rock edition 43
Paaspop (during the Easter weekend) in Schijndel is the most beautifully decorated festival in Europe! It has a truly outstanding and impressive program of theatre, cabaret, high class entertainment, stand-up comedy and especially a lot of music in all genres - ranging from hip-hop to “heavy”; and from electronic to singer-songwriters. In 2024 Paaspop welcomed 300 acts playing on 18 stages & area’s during 3 days for 115.000 visitors. Paaspop also offers one the best Dutch festival camp sites.
FESTIVAL
INFORMATION
date 18-20 April
location Festivalterrein De Molenheide in Schijndel, Schijndel website www.paaspop.nl
FACTS
acts 300 capacity 115,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
price 203.00 EUR avg. day ticketer
organisation Paaspop B.V. email peter@paaspop.nl
booker Joey Ruchtie booker email joey@paaspop.nl
KINGDANCE FESTIVAL
Dance
Kingdance Festival is one of the biggest festivals on ‘Kingsday’ in The Netherlands. With over 35.000 party people, who are all dressed up in orange, this festival is unique and one-of-a-kind. Are you ready to rumble?
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25-26 April
location Wijthmenerplas, Zwolle website www.kingdance.nl
FACTS
capacity 35,000 type Outdoor
ticketer See Tickets
organisation High Energy Events email ruben@highenergyevents.nl
booker Ruben Rijssenbeek
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THE LIFE I LIVE KONINGSNACHT
Blues, Dance, Hiphop, Nederlandstalig, Pop edition 13
The Hague has a rich pop history. THE LIFE I LIVE Kingsnight, named after a 1960s Q65 hit, annually celebrates The Hague as a pop city. Since its start, it has showcased emerging and established acts across genres like indie pop, hip-hop, blues, rock, soul, funk, electronic, and ska, with artists from both the Netherlands and abroad. Its relaxed atmosphere, musical discoveries, and magical setting make it a celebration of diversity and talent, connecting with audiences every year.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25-26 April
location Citycentre, Den Haag website www.thelifeilive.nl
FACTS
acts 35 capacity 150,000 type Indoor+Outdoor price Free
organisation LIFE I LIVE BV email lifeilive@prooost.nl
booker Patrick Clerkx
booker email patrick@derevolutie.nl
Goedkroon
King of my Castle | Baroef
KING OF MY CASTLE
Join us for the royal festivities at the enchanting King of my Castl festival in Deurne! On April 25th and 26th, as the gates swing open to the castle garden, get ready to bask in the vibrant spirit of King’s Night and King’s Day.
Experience the thrill of our lineup while indulging in your favorite drink, surrounded by a sea of orange. From pulsating beats to a jubilant atmosphere, this festival promises two days of pure euphoria and celebration.
See you at King of my Castle 2025!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25-27 April
location Kasteelplein, Deurne
website www.kingofmycastle.nl
FACTS
acts 15 capacity 3,000 type Outdoor
price 25.00 EUR avg. day
organisation Baroef
email Info@Baroef.nl
ELECTRIC ORANGE
Celebrate King’s Night and King’s Day at Stadhuisplein in Eindhoven at Royal Dutch. Admission is free and we invite the coolest artists every year! We will be back in the heart of Eindhoven in 2025!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25-26 April
location Eindhoven
website www.electricorange.nl
type Outdoor
price Free
HET FOUTE ORANJEFEEST
Dance, Nederlandstalig, Pop
On Kingsnight and Kingsday special host King Willy will take over the Trans in Arnhem. He serves the orange crowd with the best party music and guilty pleasures! With a lot of party acts performing, the Trans is the place to be in Arnhem during two days of Kingsday craziness!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25-26 April
location Trans, Arnhem
website www.matrixx.nl
type Outdoor organisation Matrixx
ORANJEKOORTS: DE CIRCUSEDITIE
Dance, House, Nederlandstalig, Pop
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25 April
location de Markt, Delft website www.oranjekoortsfestival.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation De Burgemeesters email info@deburgemeesters.nl
ORANJEBLOESEM
House, Techno
Oranjebloesem is an electronic music festival held on King’s Day.
Oranjebloesem is renowned as Amsterdam’s main alternative King’s Day celebration. The festival takes place at a monumental landmark location in Amsterdam: the Olympic Stadium. It has proven to be a great place for electronic music events throughout the years. Oranjebloesem will take over this historical place, programmed with various strands of quality, underground music.
SOIA KONINGSDAG FESTIVAL
House, Urban
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 April
location Strand Oog In Al, Utrecht website www.soia.nl/home
capacity 2,500 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Elevation Events
email info@elevation-events.com
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 April
location Olympisch Stadion, Amsterdam website www.oranjebloesem.com
FACTS
capacity 30,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Oranjebloesem email contact@oranjebloesem.com
KINGSIZE ARNHEM FESTIVAL
Dance, House, Urban
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26-27 April
location Market, Arnhem website www.kingsizearnhem.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor ticketer email info@kingsizearnhem.nl
SMÈRRIG KONINGSDAG
FESTIVAL
Urban
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 April
location De Pettelaarse Schans, Den Bosch website www.smerrig.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Net Echt email info@hetisnetecht.nl
booker Nick van Hoof
booker email nick@hetisnetecht.nl
ORANJEKADE FESTIVAL
Dance, Hiphop, House, Reggae, Rock edition 7
On the 26th of April King’s Day festival: The 7th edition of Oranjekade will take place at the Tramkade, Den Bosch. With three stages from techno to hip hop and a good dose of guitar music. There are also unexpected acts, such as a brass band or street theater. This year there are even more crazy and surprising acts. In recent years we have had many great acts on our stage such as; Fresku, Egbert (live), Boomshakalak Soundsystem, ANBU Gang, Lövestad (live), Eric de Man and the Koppersnellers.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 April
location Tramkade, ‘s-Hertogenbosch website www.oranjekade.com
FACTS
type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Van Zuid Events email communicatie@vanzuidevents.nl
booker Ivo Dierx
booker email ivo@vanzuidevents.nl
CLAIMING THE CROWN
Rock edition 11
Claiming The Crown: Breda’s finest punkrock festival. Since 2009.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 April
location De Avenue, Breda website claimingthecrown.wordpress.com
FACTS
acts 4 capacity 150 type Indoor price 10.00 EUR avg. day
organisation Greenbag email coen@greenbag.nl
booker Coen Floren booker email coen@greenbag.nl -
Dick van der Veer
ORANJEPOP DIRKSLAND
Blues, Country, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock
Oranjenacht: The nicest pub evening in the region with FeestDJ Ruud, Gerard Joling, Drukwerk, De Wannebiezz
Oranjepop: The best King’s Day party in the region with Mell & Vintage Future, BOUKE & the ELVISmatters band, Prins S. and De Geit, STARMAN David Bowie Tribute, WAYLON, THE DIRTY DADDIES
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 April
location Mozartsingel, Dirksland website www.oranjepopdirksland.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 6,500 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Stichting GO for Music email oranjepopdirksland@gmail.com
booker Leon Blokland booker email leonblokland@gmail.com
538 KONINGSDAG
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 April
location Chasséveld, Breda website www.538.nl/koningsdag
FACTS
type Outdoor
price 37.50 EUR avg. day
organisation Radio 538 email 538koningsdag@538.nl
ORANJE KONINGSDAG
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 April
location Alkmaar
website www.oranjekoningsdag.nl
FACTS
organisation Slam FM -
DE REACTIE
House, Techno edition 6
Enschede’s epicentre on Kingsday: DE REACTIE. A massive techno rave done proper! A stunning location, huge sound system and the best DJ’s from around the world - the ultimate formula for a real rave. Ranging from catchy house to the harder styles of techno and anything in between, this is the place to be for electronic music lovers in the east of the Netherlands.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 April
location University of Twente, Enschede website www.dereactie.nl
FACTS
acts 15 capacity 15,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
ticketer See Tickets
organisation Basic Grooves, Absolutely Fresh email info@basicgrooves.nl
booker Bas Amro
booker email info@basicgrooves.nl
SUPERSIZED KINGSDAY FESTIVAL
Hardcore, Hardstyle edition 11
Supersized Kingsday Festival takes place at Aquabest, Best (near Eindhoven) for the 11th time on the 26th of April 2025. All Harder Styles are represented with no less than seven areas. For years, this festival has been the biggest & ‘gezelligste’ festival on Kingsday.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 April
location Aquabest, Best website www.b2s.nl
FACTS
capacity 50,000 type Outdoor ticketer See Tickets
organisation B2S email info@b2s.nl -
KINGSLAND FESTIVAL
Kingsland at Kingsday is the biggest one-day dance festival in the Netherlands.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 April
location Zuiderpark, Rotterdam website www.kingslandfestival.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor ticketer See Tickets
organisation 4PM Entertainment & E&A Events
KONINGSDAG DOETINCHEM
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 April
location Doetinchem website www.doetinchem.nl
FACTS
organisation Gemeente Doetinchem
KINGSLAND FESTIVAL
Kingsland at Kingsday is the biggest one-day dance festival in the Netherlands.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 April
location RAI, Amsterdam
website www.kingslandfestival.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer See Tickets
organisation 4PM Entertainment & E&A Events -
KINGSWORLD
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 April
location Zuiderpark, Den Haag
website www.kingsworlddenhaag.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Hofstad Festivals
email timo@raak-events.com
LEEUWARDER MUZIEKPLEIN
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 April
location Leeuwarden
website www.leeuwardermuziekplein.nl
FACTS
organisation BHE Music Group B.V.
KINGSLAND FESTIVAL
Kingsland at Kingsday is the biggest one-day dance festival in the Netherlands.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 April
location Stadspark, Groningen
website www.kingslandfestival.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer See Tickets
organisation 4PM Entertainment & E&A Events
LOVELAND VAN ORANJE
House, Techno
BIERGARTEN BRABANT
On the 26th of April we return to the beautiful Meerpark to celebrate Kingsday at Loveland van Oranje festival.
The beautiful Meerpark is located close to the Amsterdam city center. Loveland is proud to host the event at the greenest location on Kingsday in the Dutch capital.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 April
location Meerpark, Amsterdam
website www.loveland.nl/van-oranje
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Loveland Events email info@loveland.nl
KONINGSDAG GOUDA
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 April
location Centrum, Gouda website www.oranjecomitegouda.nl/programma
Dance, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter
April 26th it’s time for the second edition of Biergarten Brabant Festival! King’s Night, the perfect date to enjoy Burgundian food on the Tramkade in Den Bosch. A nice new festival with a good range of specialty beers & wines, surprising food trucks and tree music areas with the best (international) tributebands and dj’s.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 April
location Tramkade, ‘s-Hertogenbosch
website www.biergartenbrabant.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Van Zuid Events email communicatie@vanzuidevents.nl
booker Ivo Dierx
booker email ivo@vanzuidevents.nl
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KONINGSNACHT
Hardstyle, Hiphop, House, Nederlandstalig, Urban
Mark Friday, April 25, 2025 (King’s Night) and Saturday, April 26, 2025 (King’s Day) in your calendar. For two days there is plenty to do in the center of Helmond for young and old. Slinger market, sports and activity square, children’s market, various dance and music stages and much more!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 April
location Steenweg, Helmond website www.koningsfeestenhelmond.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 10,000 type Outdoor
price Free
organisation Stichting Helmond City Events email info@helmondcityevents.nl
booker Stichting Helmond City Events booker email info@helmondcityevents.nl
KING’S NIGHT & DAY
When it comes to organising the Kings’ birthday party, Eindhoven is the king of King’s Day. With previously over more than 220,000 visitors, King’s Day in Eindhoven is one of the largest King’s Day locations in The Netherlands. During King’s Day, the city of Eindhoven offers several activities, flea markets and feasts which are divided in themes such as Dance, Music and Family.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 April
location City Centre, Eindhoven website www.eindhovenisking.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Stichting Koningsdag Eindhoven email info@eindhovenisking.nl
Bryan Wardenaar
NDSM VRIJHAVEN
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 April
location NDSM-werf, Amsterdam website www.ndsmvrijhaven.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Stichting NDSM-werf email info@stichtingndsm-werf.nl
ORANJEPOP
Blues, Hiphop, Pop, Rock, Roots
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 April
location Hunnerpark, Nijmegen website www.oranjepop-nijmegen.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation stichting Oranjepop email info@oranjepop-nijmegen.nl
Kleurstof
ROYAL DUTCH
Dance, Hardstyle, House, Urban
Royal Dutch is the largest Kings Night and Day festival in Eindhoven. On April 26th and 27th the Stadhuisplein will turn orange and the birthday of our King will be celebrated generously. Royal Dutch Eindhoven is accessible free of charge in the heart of Eindhoven and invites the best artists to celebrate this party in a grand manner.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26-27 April
location Stadhuisplein, Eindhoven website www.royaldutcheindhoven.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor price Free organisation First Vision email info@firstvision.nl
KRALINGSE BOS FESTIVAL
Hiphop, House, Pop, Techno, Urban edition 12
This Kingsday on the 26th of April is the moment you get a taste of real Dutch culture. KBF (Kralingse Bos Festival) will take at the Kralingse Bos. We take a peak into your festival heart and hope to see you at the best kingsday event: KBF FOREVER.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27 April
location Kralingse Bos, Rotterdam website www.kralingsebosfestival.nl
FACTS
capacity 18,000 type Outdoor ticketer CM.com
organisation Revolt email info@kralingsebosfestival.nl
booker Mart Sanders
booker email mart@revolt.nl
VERKNIPT KINGSDAY
Hard techno edition 3
During Verknipt Kingsday, we are celebrating this national Dutch holiday in the hard techno way! At the Taets venue in Zaandam the rave doesn’t stop at 20.00, but goes on until late. Get ready for the best hard lineup, the amazing Verknipt laser & light show and of course lots of orange ravers.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27 April
location Taets, Zaandam website www.verknipt.org/kingsday
FACTS
acts 25 capacity 12,500 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer
organisation Verknipt email info@verknipt.org
booker Verknipt
booker email info@verknipt.org
Jordy
Brada
Mark
Richter
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CIRCUSSTAD FESTIVAL
Circusstad Festival is a 5 day international circus arts festival in Rotterdam. The festivals takes place in the middle of the urban surroundings of the city centre of Rotterdam. We present international shows, young talent and a lot of fringe acts in circus, street art /dance and music. With special projects and co-productions the festival focusses on stimulating social circus, participation and talent. Yearly we welcome 25.000 - 30.000 people while creating and presenting innovative circus arts.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 30 April-4 May
location Schouwburgplein, Rotterdam website www.circusstad.nl
FACTS
acts 160 capacity 35,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
ticketer ActiveTickets
organisation Stichting Rotterdam Circusstad email info@circusstad.nl
booker Menno van Dyke
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ZUIDERPARK LIVE
Blues, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter edition 5
Concert organizer Greenhouse Talent organizes a series of summer events at the atmospheric open-air theater at the Zuiderpark in Den Haag. Zuiderpark Live is characterized by a diverse range of music (both national and international artists).
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 1 May-30 September
location Zuiderparktheater, Den Haag website www.zuiderparklive.nl
FACTS
acts 25 capacity 1,200 type Outdoor ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Greenhouse Talent email info@greenhousetalent.nl
booker Wouter de Wilde
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Fred Ernst
Paul Barendrecht
MOULIN BLUES OSPEL
edition 38
For 35 years, Moulin Blues Ospel has been the leading blues & roots festival in the Netherlands that enjoys worldwide prestige. At the Moulin Blues Festival you will be surprised in an extremely pleasant atmosphere by music from international blues & roots toppers of today and tomorrow. Several big names have already appeared on stage in Ospel in Limburg: B.B. King, Buddy Guy, Mavis Staples, Joe Bonamassa, Jimmie Vaughan, Tedeschi Trucks Band to name a few.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 2-5 May
location Ospel
website www.moulinblues.nl
FACTS
organisation Stichting Rhythm & Blues Ospel
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GEHEIME LIEFDE
Dance, House, Minimal, Techno edition 13
Geheime Liefde is a two-day festival in Utrecht that features a line-up of techno, tech-house and minimal. The secret headliners and other acts wont’t be revealed until the day of the event. Transforming the Fortress at Vechten into a magical spring escape, reflecting this festival’s name (which translates as ‘Secret Love’), old bunkers, abandoned tunnels and green lawns make a colourful destination for the best intimate parties and surprises.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3 May
location Fort bij Vechten, Bunnik website www.geheimeliefde.nl
FACTS
capacity 5,000 type Outdoor price 64.50 EUR avg. day
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation The Zoo Events email info@thezooevents.nl
BEVRIJDINGS EVENEMENT WAGENINGEN
Blues, Metal, Nederlandstalig, Pop, World
On 5 May we commemorate and celebrate the liberation of the Netherlands in 1945 in Wageningen, City of Liberation. During this day, Wageningen is full with activities like the Veterans meet and greet, a military parade in honour of our liberators and the Liberation Festival Gelderland, featuring lots of performances by various bands and artists. All activities take place in presence of the Liberation Flame, which symbolizes national unity and living together in peace and freedom.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-5 May
location City centre and Belmonte Arboretum, Wageningen
website www.wageningen45.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
price Free
organisation Wageningen45
email contact@wageningen45.nl
BEVRIJDINGSFESTIVAL ZUID-HOLLAND
House, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter, Urban
On 5 May, the Netherlands commemorates the end of the WW2 and celebrates freedom. In Rotterdam there’s a diverse programme at Het Park (nearby Euromast) with lots of music and debate, workshops, children’s activities and veteran speeddating. All for free!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 May
location Het Park, Rotterdam
website www.bevrijdingsfestivalzh.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor price Free ticketer
organisation JMR Event Makers
email info@jmr.nl
DANCE4LIBERATION FESTIVAL
Dance
On May 5 we celebrate our freedom at the biggest outdoor dance festival of The Netherlands: Dance4Liberation.
Let’s celebrate our freedom with DANCE!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 May
location Wijthmenerplas, Zwolle website www.dance4liberation.nl
FACTS
capacity 35,000 type Outdoor
ticketer See Tickets
organisation High Energy Events email info@highenergyevents.nl
booker Ruben Rijssenbeek booker email ruben@highenergyevents.nl
HET AMSTERDAMS VERBOND
The starting point of het Amsterdams Verbond is to reunite Amsterdam nightlife on Liberation Day. The various stages are hosted by competing parties from the Amsterdam nightlife, but on Liberation Day they are allies.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 May
location Olympisch Stadion, Amsterdam website www.hetamsterdamsverbond.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor ticketer See Tickets
BEVRIJDINGSDAG ENSCHEDE
Each year we celebrate our freedom in style – and in Enschede we do this with all party animals, young and old! We play, we party and go crazy with artists from all over the country. Hop from one guilty pleasure to the other, lose yourself in (funky) house or dive into the kilos of confetti. Together we turn this day into one big spectacle. Settle down in the grass along the water, taste our delicious food, discover our playground and dance through our musical areas at Bevrijdingsdag Enschede.
Dance, House, Pop
BEVRIJDINGSDAG ENSCHEDE
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 May
location University of Twente, Enschede website www.bevrijdingsdagenschede.nl
FACTS
acts 40 capacity 22,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
ticketer See Tickets
organisation Absolutely Fresh email info@absolutelyfresh.nl
booker Marc van Oosterbaan booker email info@absolutelyfresh.nl
BEVRIJDINGSPOP ILPENDAM
Folk, Pop
Various bands, admission free. Starts at 4:00 pm and ends at 10:00 pm
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 May
location Dorpsplein, Ilpendam
website www.bevrijdingspopilpendam.nl
FACTS
acts 6 capacity 500 type Outdoor
price Free
organisation 2-tone Allround Computer Service
email info@2-tone.net
booker 2-tone Allround Computer Service
booker email info@2-tone.net
BEVRIJDINGSFESTIVAL FRYSLÂN
Dance, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter, Urban
The Liberation of Fryslân holds 100.000 visitors in the historic centre of Leeuwarden. 9 areas divided over the city centre offer all types of stage performances, from spoken word and art to dance and everything in between that helps getting the message through of celebrating freedom in these rather turmoil times.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 May
location Binnenstad, Leeuwarden
website www.bevrijdingsfestivalfryslan.nl
FACTS
acts 80 capacity 100,000 type Outdoor
price Free
organisation Stichting Befrijdingsfestival Fryslan
email info@befrijdingsfestivalfryslan.nl
booker Johan Koster
booker email johan@tourproductions.nl
Kemper
BEVRIJDINGSFESTIVAL AMSTERDAM HET VRIJE WESTEN
Dance, Hiphop, House, Literature, Pop
The official ‘Bevrijdingsfestival’ in Amsterdam. You are welcome in the historical Westerpark between 12.00 and 23.00 hours, Check the lineup on our website for more details. You can visit 6 different stages, the Freedom square, the children’s area, the many food and drink stalls and much more.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 May
location Westerpark, Amsterdam website www.hetvrijewesten.eu
FACTS
acts 100 capacity 15,000 type Outdoor price Free
organisation Stichting Het Vrije Westen email info@hetvrijewesten.eu
booker Per Meijer
booker email per@hetvrijewesten.eu
BEVRIJDINGSFESTIVAL GRONINGEN
BFG takes place on May 5, the day on which NL celebrates the liberation of the Second World War. BFG is a celebration of freedom, diversity and solidarity, and it reminds us that freedom can never be taken for granted and comes with responsibility. BFG is a generational festival where people from diverse backgrounds enjoy music, art, culture and various activities together. The festival provides a platform for artists and speakers to share the message of freedom and peace.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 May
location Drafbaan, Groningen website www.bevrijdingsfestivalgroningen.nl
FACTS
acts 35 capacity 60,000 type Outdoor price Free
organisation Stichting Vier 5 mei email info@bevrijdingsfestivalgroningen.nl
Rick de Visser
Knelis
meer uit muziek
Wij regelen de rechten van (inter)nationale muzikanten en producenten. Zij krijgen van ons een vergoeding als hun muziek in het openbaar gedraaid wordt. Die vergoeding krijgen zij dankzij muzieklicenties die bedrijven, organisaties en dus ook organisatoren van evenementen bij ons afsluiten. Wanneer muziek op een evenement wordt afgespeeld, spreken we dus van het len wij namens de muzikanten en producenten in de vorm van een licentie. Sena is een msten-mix van haar rechthebbenden.
Voor die openbaarmaking rege van die muziek een vergoeding belangrijke schakel in de inko
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BEVRIJDINGSFESTIVAL ALKMAAR
Blues, Pop, Rock, World
BEVRIJDINGSFESTIVAL DEN HAAG
Every year on May 5, thousands of visitors of different cultures and ages enjoy music and each other. Freedom should be guaranteed for everyone. In the whole world. Freedom is something you build together. Let’s start in Alkmaar. All together, regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or age, celebrate freedom. Surely everyone wants that.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 May
location Alkmaarderhout, Alkmaar website www.bevrijdingsfestivalalkmaar.nl
FACTS
acts 5 capacity 8,000 type Outdoor price Free
organisation 5 Mei comité Alkmaar email post@5meialkmaar.nl
booker Hugo Koeman booker email post@5meialkmaar.nl
Dance, Hiphop, Pop, Reggae, Rock edition 17
Free outdoor music festival in the center of The Hague to celebrate the end of World War II. The festival attracts people of all ages, with a particular focus on young people. In addition to the music stages, there are special areas for children, students, veterans, and breakdancers. The nearby Provinciehuis offers a program featuring debates, interviews and stand-up comedy.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 May
location Malieveld & Provinciehuis Zuid-Holland, Den Haag website www.bevrijdingsfestivaldenhaag.nl
FACTS
acts 25 capacity 80,000 type Indoor+Outdoor price Free
organisation R.G. Ruijs Stichting email info@stichtingruijs.nl
booker Gerard van den IJssel booker email info@bevrijdingsfestivaldenhaag.nl
BEVRIJDINGSFESTIVAL FLEVOLAND
32
Free music festival for the annual celebration of freedom and democracy.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 May
location Esplanade, Almere website www.bevrijdingsfestivalflevoland.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor price Free
organisation Stichting Bevrijdingsfestival Flevoland email info@5mei.nu
BEVRIJDINGSFESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 May
location Park Transwijk, Utrecht
website www.bevrijdingsfestivalutrecht.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor price Free
organisation Bevrijdingsfestival Utrecht
email contact@bevrijdingsfestivalutrecht.nl
BEVRIJDINGSFESTIVAL LIMBURG
Celebrate freedom at Bevrijdingsfestival Limburg! Join us on May 5th for an unforgettable celebration of 80 years of freedom! Get ready for an special day filled with live music, interactive workshops, debates, and inspiring freedom projects. Whether you’re coming with friends or family, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Best of all, it’s totally free! Don’t miss out on this chance to celebrate the power of freedom together. See you there!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 May
location ARLO terrein, Roermond, Limburg website www.bevrijdingsfestivallimburg.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor price Free
organisation Stichting Bevrijdingsfestival Limburg
email contact@bevrijdingsfestivallimburg.nl
BEVRIJDINGSFESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 May
location Zoetermeer website www.bevrijdingsfestivalzoetermeer.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor price Free
organisation Floravontuur Promotie Zoetermeer email info@promotiezoetermeer.nl
BEVRIJDINGSFESTIVAL DRENTHE
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 May
location Assen website www.bevrijdingsfestivaldrenthe.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor price Free
organisation Stichting Bevrijdingsfestival Drenthe email info@bfdrenthe.nl
BEVRIJDINGSFESTIVAL BRABANT
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 May
location Den Bosch website www.bevrijdingsfestivalbrabant.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Stichting Noord-Zuid Bevrijdingsfestival email info@bevrijdingsfestivalbrabant.nl
BEVRIJDINGSFESTIVAL EMMEN
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 May
location Emmen
website www.emmen.nl
organisation Gemeente Emmen
Ed Peeters
BEVRIJDINGSFESTIVAL NIJMEGEN
On May 4 and 5 we will reflect on freedom together. We do this by remembering the sacrifices that brought us freedom. And by celebrating that we still live in freedom. In the run-up to May 4 and 5, we in Nijmegen will also focus on the bombing on February 22, 1944 and the liberation of the region in September.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 May
location Nijmegen website www.4en5mei-nijmegen.nl
organisation Stedelijk Comité Vier en Vijf Mei Viering Nijmegen email info@4en5mei-nijmegen.nl
BEVRIJDINGSFESTIVAL OVERIJSSEL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 May
location Park De Wezenlanden, Zwolle website www.bevrijdingsfestivaloverijssel.nl
type Outdoor
organisation Stichting Bevrijdingsfestival Overijssel (BFO) email info@bevrijdingsfestivaloverijssel.nl
BEVRIJDINGSPOP
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 May
location Haarlemmerhout, Haarlem website www.bevrijdingspop.nl
organisation Stichting Bevrijdingspop Haarlem email info@bevrijdingspop.nl
BEVRIJDINGSFESTIVAL ZEELAND
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 May
location Vlissingen website www.bevrijdingsfestivalzeeland.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Cultuurwerf email info@cultuurwerf.nl
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BLUESFESTIVAL KWADENDAMME
Blues
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 9-11 May
location sportpark Kwadendamme, Kwadendamme website kwadendamme.weebly.com
FACTS
acts 18 capacity 1,200 type Outdoor
organisation Bluestown Vof email info@bluestown.nl
TAPT FESTIVAL AMSTERDAM OOST
Classic, House, Jazz, Pop, Reggae edition 10
TAPT Festival is originally a beer festival new style. This definitely does not covers the concept these days. In fact, TAPT Festival is not a beer festival, but a festival with lots of beer, a wine bar, cocktails and good food. You play games, relax and dance, which always ends in a big party at the end! That in a cosy set-up makes TAPT Festival a very relaxed festival and very accessible. In short, the drinks festival of the Netherlands. That is what TAPT Festival is!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 9-10 May
location Flevopark, Amsterdam website www.taptfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 2,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation DFRNT B.V. email nick@dfrnt.nl
booker Nick de Vree
booker email nick@dfrnt.nl
EFFENAAR ‘T WASVEN
On three Sundays, the Effenaar turns take the enchanting piece of Eindhoven to another level. Enjoy the music with your friends and flip flops.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 9-10 May
location Fuzz Club, Eindhoven website www.effenaar.nl
FACTS type Outdoor
organisation De Effenaar email info@effenaar.nl
ELSOM OPEN AIR
House, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Trance edition 8
The festival of the Kempen and the meeting place of the year: Elsom Open Air! There where you can discover the greatest artists of national level in an intimate setting, where old acquaintances meet again, where new friendships arise, where you dance, experience & enjoy.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10 May
location de Wilgenspot, Reusel
website www.elsomopenair.nl
FACTS
acts 30 capacity 7,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation One Of The Guys Events
email info@elsomopenair.nl
MUSIC ON FESTIVAL | WEEKEND
House, Techno
Music On Festival returns to Amsterdam in 2025! Music On Festival takes you to Havenpark, Amsterdam. Plenty of space, green areas and an industrial touch: the ultimate festival location.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10-11 May
location Amsterdam website www.musiconfestival.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Music On Festival / Loveland Events email info@musiconfestival.com
MAMA’S PRIDE FESTIVAL
90S NO LIMITS
The only popfestival on Mother’s Day (and the Saturday before). The start of the festival season. Always keen on bringing upcoming artists before the lager festivals discover them. ‘One of the 5 coolest little festivals in the Netherlands you probably never heard of’ according to Noisy (VICE). On the former ground of the Pinkpopfestival in Geleen.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10-11 May
location Burgemeester Damenpark, Geleen website www.mamaspride.nl
FACTS
acts 40 capacity 5,000 type Outdoor
price Free
organisation Stichting Samenwerkende Muziekfestivals Limburg
email info@mamaspride.nl
Travel back to the time when everything was simple and the music was still happy. Experience the best of the 90’s and 00’s at the largest reunion in the south. At 90s No Limits you will meet the heroes from the 90’s and 00’s live on the big stage or in our club area!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10 May
location Evenemententerrein de Boulevard, Bergen op Zoom website www.90snolimits.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Focus Events email info@focus-events.nl
Sharik
Derksen
Lotte Brouwers
GIN & RUM FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10 May
location Laurenskerk, Rotterdam website www.ginenrumfestival.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Gin & Rum Festival email info@ginenrumfestival.nl
LONDON CALLING
SNERTPOP
edition 18
Snertpop #18 will be held in Midwoud (near Amsterdam). This in an outdoor festival, with nice acts on two stages, the coolest foodtrucks and a beautiful atmosphere.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 17 May
location De Krom, Midwoud website www.snertpop.nl
FACTS
acts 8 capacity 1,750 type Outdoor
organisation Stichting Snertpop email info@snertpop.nl
booker Chris Baas booker email info@snertpop.nl
Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter edition 2
Discover up-and-coming alternative acts at London Calling festival in Paradiso Amsterdam.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 16-17 May
location Paradiso, Amsterdam website www.londoncalling.nl
FACTS
acts 30 capacity 2,000 type Indoor ticketer See Tickets
organisation Paradiso email londoncalling@paradiso.nl
LAKEDANCE
Dance, Hardstyle, Hard techno, House, Techno
In a world full of everyday drudgery, there is one place where summer seems to last forever, and that is at Lakedance: the ultimate summer festival where dreams come true and adventures begin. Twice a year, Lakedance is your holiday destination brimming with music, fun and unforgettable experiences.
Be enchanted by summer tunes as you dance and enjoy!
From big room, house and techno to party, freestyle and guilty pleasures: let yourself be taken on a musical journey.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 17 May
location Aquabest, Best website www.lakedance.nl
FACTS
acts 50 capacity 15,000 type Outdoor ticketer CM.com
organisation First Vision email info@firstvision.nl
Maurice Vinken
AWAKENINGS UPCLOSE
Techno
AN ODE TO THE DANCE FLOOR
Awakenings Upclose stands for an intimate, dance floor oriented festival. We invite you to connect closely in an intimate setting and dismantle the traditional barriers between artists and you. It’s time to meet eye to eye on the dance floor.
Explore our Holy Ground through a fresh lens and get inspired by new areas and surprising stages. At the heart of it, an Awakenings’ experience, with cutting-edge techno and unparalleled sound.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 17-18 May
location Houtrak (Spaarnwoude-park) website www.awakenings.com/en/events/2024/05/awakeningsupclose/284145
FACTS
type Outdoor
price 71.80 EUR avg. day ticketer Paylogic
organisation Awakenings email info@awakenings.nl
ASM FESTIVAL
Dance, Hiphop, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rockedition 6
The ASM Festival brings friends together every year in a unique setting on the Rhine River. With an impressive lineup, a beautiful venue and a welcoming atmosphere, the festival is one big party every year. You’ll find tasty snacks to culinary delights at our local caterers.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 17 May
location Stadsblokken, Arnhem website www.asmfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 6 capacity 12,000 type Outdoor ticketer See Tickets
organisation BOD Events email info@bodevents.nl
PETEYFEST
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 17-18 May
location Lierop website www.peteyfest.nl
FACTS
organisation Stichting Petey email info@peteyfest.nl
GROOVE GARDEN
Hardstyle, House, Techno, Urban edition 18
With 6 stages, 80+ artists, and a sold-out 2024 edition, Groove Garden Festival 2025 promises to be unforgettable! From house, R&B, and hardstyle to techno, 90’s hits, EDM, and party vibes, there’s music for everyone. Enjoy cocktails, cozy terraces, and plenty of surprises! Join us on May 17-18, 2025. We can’t wait to see you at Groove Garden Festival 2025!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 17-18 May
location Voormalig ESCS-terrein Sittard, Sittard website www.groove.garden
FACTS
acts 80 capacity 20,000 type Outdoor price 44.00 EUR avg. day ticketer www.tixxx.nl
organisation Fun Sensation BV
booker Calvin Eijpe
booker email info@fenomeno-events.nl
STORIONI INTERNATIONAL CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL
In the city of Eindhoven, the Storioni Festival is a well-known festival that surprises with the finest chamber music. The Storioni Trio and their international music friends treat the audience to classic hits, hidden treasures and brand new works. The Festival has been turned into a genuine city-festival: in and with the city of Eindhoven. Not only inside Muziekgebouw Eindhoven, but also outside the venue, and many other hotspots in and around Eindhoven.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21-29 May
location Eindhoven
website www.storionifestival.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Stichting Storioni Festival
email info@storionifestival.nl
SPRING PERFORMING ARTS FESTIVAL
Dance, Experimental, World
SPRING Performing Arts Festival is a ten-day international festival with innovative dance, theatre, performance and more in the city of Utrecht. You will find SPRING in the theatres, at special locations and in public spaces. At the festival you will see over 25 adventurous and urgent performances from both near and far that dare to ask questions about the state of the world.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22-31 May
location Several venues, Utrecht website www.springutrecht.nl
FACTS
acts 25 capacity 20,000 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer ActiveTickets
organisation SPRING Performing Arts Festival
email info@springutrecht.nl
booker Marketing
booker email marketing@springutrecht.nl
Dave
van Hout
Allard
Willemse
TAPT FESTIVAL LEIDEN
Dance, Jazz, Pop, Reggae edition 5
TAPT Festival is originally a beer festival new style. This definitely does not covers the concept these days. In fact, TAPT Festival is not a beer festival, but a festival with lots of beer, a wine bar, cocktails and good food. You play games, relax and dance, which always ends in a big party at the end! That in a cosy set-up makes TAPT Festival a very relaxed festival and very accessible. In short, the drinks festival of the Netherlands. That is what TAPT Festival is!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 23-24 May
location Park Matilo, Leiden website www.taptfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 2,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation DFRNT B.V. email info@taptfestival.nl
booker Nick de Vree booker email nick@dfrnt.nl
STEENBERGEN LIVE
Hardstyle, House, Nederlandstalig, Rock, Techno edition 10
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 23-24 May
location De Groene Wereld, Steenbergen website www.steenbergenlive.nl/nl
FACTS
acts 30 capacity 5,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Steenbergen Live email jeroen@creat-i-vent.nl
booker Jeroen Gramsma booker email info@creat-i-vent.nl
KLOMPPOP
Comedy, Hiphop, Pop, Rock
Klomppop is an approachable small festival about unexpected encounters. You will find yourself headnodding at a noiseband while you came for a hiphopheadliner, playing bingo while you thought to spot some poprocktalent or watching streettheatre on your way to that foodtruck with excellent sandwiches. The friday combines a local talent competition with NL headliners. Saturday gives you a whole day of pop, rock and hiphop. Sunday is about streettheatre and coverbands.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 23-25 May
location De Fazant, Ovezande website www.klomppop.nl
FACTS
acts 40 capacity 4,000 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer Stager
organisation Stichting De Klomp Festivals email info@klomppop.nl
booker Olaf
booker email olaf@klomppop.nl
BAM! FESTIVAL
Hiphop, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Reggae, Singer-Songwriter
Free festival in the Bernhard park in the city centre in Hengelo. Train and bus station nearby. Playground for the young kids. Music, arts, theatre, movies, foods, drinks, market. BAM! Festival is for all ages.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 23-24 May
location Prins Bernhardplantsoen, Hengelo Ov website www.bamfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 30 type Outdoor price Free
organisation Stichting BAM! Festival email info@bamfestival.nl
booker Luuk Schmidt
booker email luuk@bamfestival.nl
Bob Eskes
SNIESTER
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 23-24 May
location Grote Markt, Den Haag website www.sniester.nl
organisation De revolutie email info@sniester.nl
AFRIKADAG FESTIVAL
World edition 5
The 5th edition of Afrikadag festival is a cultural event where diverse African cultures are shown to Hilversum with african themed art, live music, dancing, djembe workshops, children’s activities and african cuisine.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 24 May
location Oude Haven Park, Hilversum website www.stichtingonehilversum.nl
FACTS
acts 16 capacity 100,000 type Outdoor
price 10.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Eventbrite
organisation Stichting Hilversum One email info@stichtingonehilversum.nl
booker email festival@stichtingonehilversum.nl
ZEVENPOP
edition 3
ZevenPop will return to Zevenbergen this year for a third edition in which the old sugar factory will once again shake to their foundations. Between the nostalgic buildings, a fantastic festival site will be built in 2025 where young and old will feel welcome. Throughout the day, different bands will perform on 2 stages. Pop, (alternative) rock, rap, blues, dance, house - just name it, we’ve got it!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 24 May
location oude suikerfabriek, Zevenbergen website www.zevenpop.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 2,000 type Outdoor
price 30.00 EUR avg. day
organisation stichting ZevenPop email info@zevenpop.nl
booker Joris booker email programmering@zevenpop.nl
LOST MEMORIES OUTDOOR
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 24 May
location Breepark, Breda website www.dancefestivalbreda.nl
organisation Chapeau Events
EMPORIUM FESTIVAL
Dance, Hardstyle, Hiphop, Nederlandstalig, Urban
The most beautiful festival, with the best dance, urban and harder styles! Let’s celebrate Emporium Festival!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 24 May
location Berendonck, Wijchen website www.emporium.nl
FACTS
capacity 35,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Matrixx email info@matrixx.nl
BUTTONPOP TRIBUTE FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 24 May
location Kasteel Keukenhof, Lisse website www.buttonpop.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Buttonpop email info@buttonpop.nl
CUBE OUTDOOR
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 24 May
location De Gouw, Bovenkarspel website www.facebook.com/cubeoutdoor
FACTS
type Outdoor organisation Tall Productions email info@tallproductions.nl
DAG VAN DE MUZIEK
edition 30
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 24 May
location Den Helder website www.dagvandemuziek.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor price Free organisation Dag van de Muziek email info@dagvandemuziek.nl
PIGPOP FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 24-25 May
location Beltrum website www.pigpop.nl
FACTS
organisation Stichting Pigpop email info@pigpop.nl
DELFT FRINGE FESTIVAL
Classic, Comedy, Experimental, Literature, Singer-Songwriter edition 14
Delft Fringe Festival is a leading performing arts festival where up-and-coming talents, old souls and free spirits provoke cultural goosebumps. The divers program connects musicians, dancers, theatre performers and other performing artists to enthousiasts, epicureans, connoisseurs and discoverers. Delft Fringe Festival will let you discover Delft in an exciting new theatrical way.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27 May-8 June
location City centre, Delft website www.delftfringefestival.nl
FACTS
acts 225 capacity 10,000 type Indoor+Outdoor price 8.50 EUR avg. day ticketer Stager
organisation Delft Fringe Festival email info@delftfringefestival.nl
booker Tamara Griffioen booker email programmering@delftfringefestival.nl
GRAAUWROCK FOR SPECIALS
GraauwRock for Specials is an initiative of the GraauwRock foundation and the ‘t Huus foundation. Together they organize a festival aimed at people with disabilities. By combining the knowledge, expertise and experience of both organizations in the field of organization, facilitation and care, an unforgettable experience is created for visitors.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 28 May
location Sportpark De Boomwai, Graauw website www.stichtingforspecials.nl
FACTS
capacity 2,000 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer CM.com
organisation Stichting Graauwrock email info@graauwrock.nl
booker Titiano Staes booker email info@graauwrock.nl
Jurjen Bolsenbroek
BRIDGE EINDHOVEN GUITAR FESTIVAL
BRIDGE is a five-day festival for young and old, for everyone who loves guitar music. The festival takes place in the Brainport region and Eindhoven center, is cross-genre, and consists of multiple program sections, with the guitar at the center at all times. Much of the festival is free to attend, and there are some concerts for which you must purchase a ticket. There will also be a Youth Guitar Spectacle and a major Guitar Convention.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 28 May-1 June
location Muziekgebouw, Effenaar en centrum Eindhoven, Eindhoven website www.bridgefestival.nl
FACTS
acts 40 capacity 25,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Stichting BR~DGE email yvonne@mgehv.nl
booker Tom Ketelaar
booker email tom@mgehv.nl
HET WEEKEND VAN DE ROLLENDE KEUKENS
17
In 2025, the seventeenth edition of ‘The Weekend of the Rolling Kitchens’ will take place in Amsterdam’s Westergasfabriek. From Wednesday 28 May to Sunday 1 June, a wide range of mobile kitchens will transform this popular city park into one big outdoor restaurant. Everything from Moroccan batbot to sophisticated seafood will be prepared and served in the open air. The entrance is free of charge and the kitchens are open from 13.00h to 23.00h.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 28 May-1 June
location Westerpark, Amsterdam website www.rollendekeukens.amsterdam
FACTS
type Outdoor
price Free
organisation Mister Kitchen en Cantina Mobile email info@rollendekeukens.nl
HEAVEN OPEN AIR
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 29 May
location P6 Terrain, Heerenveen website www.heavenly-outdoor.nl/info
FACTS
type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Heavenly Outdoor email info@heavenopenair.nl
OERROCK
Pop, Rock
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 29-31 May
location Ureterp website www.oerrock.nl
FACTS
RANDROCK
Randrock is the coziest festival in Twente! Every year on Ascension Day, the center of Vriezenveen is the place to be! New? So yes! Randrock: the festival for young and old. This year we celebrate the 22th edition.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 29 May
location City centre, Vriezenveen website www.randrock.nl
FACTS
acts 13 capacity 7,000 type Outdoor
price 15.00 EUR avg. day ticketer Mijnetickets.nl
organisation Stichting Randrock email info@randrock.nl
booker Rik Pape booker email rik@randrock.nl
acts 25 capacity 12,500 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer Eventree
organisation Oerrock email info@oerrock.nl
GREEN VIBRATIONS
Dance, Rock, Roots, Techno, Trance edition 24
Green Vibrations moved from its humble beginnings as a party organised by students at the campus of the University of Twente in Enschede. Its blend of live acts, performance arts and beautiful decorations have evolved naturally over the course of its existence, making Green Vibrations a truly unique festival with its own distinct identity. The festival boasts four stages and an afterparty with styles as diverse as techno, psy-trance, reggae, rock, indie, drum ‘n’ bass, trap and hip hop.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 29-30 May
location Carillonveld, Universiteit Twente, Enschede website www.greenvibrations.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 2,500 type Outdoor price 27.50 EUR avg. day ticketer Petrix
organisation Stichting Green Vibrations email info@greenvibrations.nl
GRAAUWROCK
edition 26
Graauwrock is an annual returning open air festival on the soccer fields of VV Graauw, nearby Hulst.
A selection of artists has been made that performed on earlier editions of Graauwrock: Golden Earring, Racoon, BLØF, DI-RECT, Normaal, Rowwen Hèze, Crazy Horse, Van Dik Hout, Wulf, The Rocks, The Old Firm, Surrender, De Dijk, Clouseau, The Scene and Miss Montreal. Graauwrock is a festival for everybody.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 29 May
location Sportpark De Boomwai, Graauw website www.graauwrock.nl
FACTS
capacity 3,000 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Stichting Graauwrock email info@graauwrock.nl
booker Ricardo Crombeen booker email programmering@graauwrock.nl
HELMOND LIVE
Blues, Country, Jazz, Reggae, Rock edition 6
After five successful editions of the Helmond Live music festival, the sixt edition is on its way. The 2025 Helmond Live event will bring the center of Helmond to life on Thursday, May 29, 2025. The theme, like previous years on Ascension Day, is a dazzling tribute bands edition. At various indoor and outdoor locations scattered throughout the city center, tribute bands will bring the center to life.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 29 May
location Havenplein, Helmond website www.helmondlivefestival.nl
FACTS
acts 24 capacity 20,000 type Outdoor
price Free
organisation Stichting Helmond City Events
email info@helmondcityevents.nl
booker Stichting Helmond City Events
booker email info@helmondcityevents.nl
URPOP
It’s a free festival with amateur an semi professional bands and dj’s.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 29 May
location Urpop Terrein, Urmond website www.urpop.nl
FACTS
acts 9 capacity 6,000 type Outdoor
price Free
organisation Stichting Urpop email info@urpop.nl
booker Maurice Gransier booker email maurice@urpop.nl
BREDA JAZZ FESTIVAL
The Breda Jazz Festival is established in 1971. It is the oldest and largest four-day jazz festival in the Netherlands and Europe that is free and accessible to everyone!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 29 May-1 June
location Various venues, Breda website www.bredajazzfestival.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
price Free
organisation Stichting Breda Jazz Festival email secretariaat@bredajazzfestival.nl
booker GJD Events
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HEECHSPANNING
Blues, Comedy, Jazz, Nederlandstalig, Pop
Heechspanning is an open air festival in de center of a town called Heeg. Yearly we have 8 podiums with a lot of diverent music and theater. Even for small children we have a carousel and childrens theater. Also there is a square with foodtrucks and drinks. The place to be on the 9th of May!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 29 May
location City centre, Heeg website www.heechspanning.com
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Stichting Heechspanning email info@heechspanning.com
SCHANSPOP SIDDEBUREN
Schanspop was founded in 1987, after a successful open-air festival a year earlier. The festival was organized by Jeugdhonk De Schans, and made possible by guarantees from the then municipality of Slochteren.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 29-31 May
location Siddeburen
website www.schanspop.nl
organisation Stichting Schanspop 2000 Siddeburen
DAUWPOP
Hiphop, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter
Traditionally, the coolest festival in the East of the Netherlands. In recent years, Dauwpop has grown into an intimate festival with national allure. Festival visitors from all over the country know how to find Hellendoorn during Dauwpop because of the friendly atmosphere, the strong line up, the fantastic location and the great decoration.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 30-31 May
location Luttenbergerweg, Hellendoorn website www.dauwpop.nl
FACTS
capacity 13,500 type Outdoor ticketer See Tickets
organisation Ev’Hands email info@evhands.nl
booker Frank Satink
booker email frank@goomahmusic.nl
INTENTS FESTIVAL
Dance, Hardcore, Hardstyle, House, Urban
Intents Festival is one of the most prominent and award-winning multi-day hard dance events in Europe. Intents consist of three full festival days. The festival is known for its memorable shows and astonishing production. Intents strives to create a unique festival experience, from ten different stages to iconic main stages. Intents Festival also includes the IntentsCity camping grounds where visitors can stay for the whole weekend to get the full Intents experience.
INTENTS FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 30 May-1 June
location Sportpark d’n Donk, Oisterwijk website www.intentsfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 400 type Outdoor
ticketer See Tickets
organisation Intents Events email klantenservice@intentsfestival.nl
VESTROCK
Comedy, Dance, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter edition 15
VESTROCK is an intimate festival located on a beautiful island in the fortified medieval town of Hulst (Zeeuws-Vlaanderen), offering a diverse line-up of well-known acts and upcoming artists, both national and international. The festival guarantees an experience filled with great music, art, education, theater, food, drinks and an amazing beer line up which also includes the self brewed beer VESTROCK BLOND. In 2025, VESTROCK will celebrate its 15th anniversary.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 30-31 May
location Eiland Buitenvest, Hulst
website www.vestrock.nl
FACTS
acts 65 capacity 20,000 type Outdoor
price 60.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Ticketcrew
organisation Stichting Vestrock
email info@vestrock.nl
booker Marcel Verhaar, Gino Baart booker email programmering@vestrock.nl
POP ON TOP
Blues, Dance, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter
Pop On Top originated in 2010 from a desire to put Valkenburg aan de Geul on the map with a fun festival. This has already been quite successful, with 10 editions completed. Pop On Top is a real family festival with something for all ages. The location, at the top of the famous Cauberg, plays an important role in the experience of the festival.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 30-31 May
location Cauberg Valkenburg aan de Geul
website www.popontop.nl
FACTS
acts 40 capacity 16,000 type Outdoor
price 40.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Ticketcrew
organisation ‘t Bergske Events
email info@popontop.nl
booker Mark v horik
booker email mark@burovanhorik.nl
IDDF IN CONCERT
Nederlandstalig, Pop edition 4
IDDF In Concert is part of the International Dutch Distillers Festival, a tribute to distilled, because Schiedam is the ‘Dutch Distillers District’. IDDF In Concert combines live music, great food and the best premixes from local distillers. Enjoy the best Dutch artists with a perfectly served gin tonic in your hand!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 30-31 May
, Schiedam
website www.iddf.nl/in-concert
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 15,000 type Outdoor
price 35.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Vivre Productions email info@iddf.nl
booker Robert Boevé
booker email robert@vivreproductions.nl
NEVER IN THE SPOTLIGHTS
We don’t much like the limelight, yet we feel like we’re the headliner.
EGOPOP
Metal, Pop, Rock
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 30-31 May
location De Horsten, Egchel website www.egopop.nl
edition 15
acts 35 capacity 2,000 type Outdoor price 20.00 EUR avg. day
organisation Stichting EGOpop email info@egopop.nl
FESTIFEST
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 31 May
location NDSM Werf / Noorderlicht, Amsterdam website www.festifest.nl type Outdoor ticketer CM.com
organisation Fest email Inboxfest@gmail.com
booker Michiel Bierman
booker email michiel.bierman@gmail.com
HOPPIG BIERFESTIVAL
edition 10
Hoppig Bierfestival is a beer festival with a lot of different craft brewers, foodtrucks and live music. It is all about exploring new beers, talk about beer and to meet new beer friends.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 31 May-1 June
location Haaarlemmermeersebos, Hoofddorp website www.hoppigbierfestival.nl
FACTS
capacity 3,500 type Outdoor ticketer CM.com
edition 11
organisation Hoppig Events email remco@hoppigevents.nl
Photo-G-Rave
SOENDA FESTIVAL
House, Techno
Soenda’s origins lead back to a beachparty in the year 2009, after which it grew out to be a household name among Dutch electronic music festivals. Soenda Festival is known for its diverse and high-quality line-up, showcasing both national and international talent. Well-known artists as well as new talent take the stage.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 31 May
location Ruigenhoekse polder, Utrecht website www.soenda.com
FACTS
capacity 22,500 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Elevation Events email info@elevation-events.com
NIJMEGEN KLINKT!
Live music and dance throughout the city center with music companies from the Rijk van Nijmegen. Pop choirs, classical orchestras, fanfares, dance companies, choirs in various genres, small ensembles and soloists.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 31 May-1 June location City centre, Nijmegen website www.nijmegenklinkt.nl
FACTS
acts 123 capacity 30,000 type Indoor+Outdoor price Free
organisation Nijmegen Klinkt email info@nijmegenklinkt.nl
booker Hubert Hendriks
booker email info@nijmegenklinkt.nl
Michiel Ton
SPY FESTIVAL
Blues, Hiphop, Jazz, Pop, Rock edition 12
SPY Festival is a festival with new young and upcoming talented (local) popacts. SPY provides upcoming acts from Drenthe with the opportunity to share the stage with more experienced acts from the Netherlands, supporting them in their musical careers. Check it out to discover the newest talents!
SPY Festival is a part of The Bake Shop, a local organisation which is focused on talent development by helping out new and upcoming local acts through several projects.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 31 May
location Atlas Theater, Emmen website www.spyfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 8 capacity 500 type Indoor
price 25.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Stager
organisation The Bake Shop email Info@thebakeshop.nl
booker Evert Hoven
booker email evert@thebakeshop.nl
ZOMERSPEKTAKEL AAN HET MEER
Nederlandstalig, Pop, Singer-Songwriter edition 11
A three day’s event in the first weekend of june. A festival for everyone. With music, food, drinks and sports! Check our website for the current line-up.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-8 June
location Zegerplas, Alphen aan den Rijn website www.zomerspektakelaanhetmeer.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 65,000 type Outdoor
organisation Stichting Zomerspektakel aan het Meer email info@zomerspektakelaanhetmeer.nl
booker Nineke de Graaff
booker email ncdegraaff@kpnmail.nl
Jan Westerhof
FRESHTIVAL WEEKEND
Dance, Hardstyle, Pop, Techno, Urban
Freshtival Weekend is one big playground where music, entertainment, friendship, fun, love and creativity become one. Dive into our extraordinary world during Pentecost on 6, 7 & 8 June 2025. A true adventure, bigger than ever with 200+ artists, around 15 stages and an evergrowing campsite. You escape for three days in a row. Say ‘yes’ to a thousand new emotions, flirty winks and musical wonders. Or as we say ‘Escape the ordinary and dive into another world!’
FRESHTIVAL WEEKEND
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-8 June
location Het Rutbeek, Enschede website www.freshtival.nl
FACTS
acts 200 capacity 64,000 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer See Tickets
organisation Absolutely Fresh email info@absolutelyfresh.nl
booker Marc van Oosterbaan booker email info@absolutelyfresh.nl
FLINKE PINK FESTIVAL
Dance
Multi-day dance festival during the Pentecost weekend with a different theme every day: 90’s & 00’s, Black & White.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-9 June
location Evenemententerrein, Leek website www.flinkepinkfestival.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Stichting Flinke Pink Festival email info@sikkocazemier.nl
VOLKSFEESTEN ALBERGEN
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-9 June
location Albergen website www.volksfeesten-albergen.nl
FACTS
organisation Stichting Volksfeesten Albergen email info@volksfeesten-albergen.nl
SCHEMERSTAD
Classic, Dance, Literature, Singer-Songwriter, World edition 15
A fairytale cruise through Leiden. During Schemerstad, the visitor sails past five location theaters specially created for Schemerstad.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6 June
location Op en langs de Leidse wateren, Leiden website www.schemerstad.nl
FACTS
acts 5 capacity 750 type Outdoor
price 45.00 EUR avg. day ticketer Your Ticket Provider organisation Schemerstad email info@schemerstad.nl
OP DREEF FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7-8 June
location Billybird park Drakenrijk, Reuver website www.opdreeffestival.nl
type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Stichting Op Dreef email info@opdreeffestival.nl
LANSINGERLAND LIVE
Classic, Hardcore, House, Pop, Rock edition 6
During Lansingerland Live the Annie M.G. Schmidtpark changes in the coziest living room of Lansingerland. Two days full of fun, good music and delicious food.
On Friday you can enjoy the best music from all times during “Feel Good Friday”, while on Saturday you will enjoy the largest living room concerts of the biggest pop and rock artists.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6 June
location Annie M.G. Schmidtpark, Bergschenhoek website www.lansingerlandlive.nl
FACTS
capacity 10,000 type Outdoor ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation The Zoo Events email info@thezooevents.nl
JAZZ IN DUKETOWN
Jazz in Duketown is the largest free open air jazz festival in the Netherlands, with more than 100,000 visitors every year. The festival focuses on jazz and related types of music, like soul and funk related jazz. Jazz in Duketown also programs new, upcoming bands, which can later be seen at other (non jazz) festivals. On the free-to-be-visited stages in the city center of ‘s-Hertogenbosch, visitors can enjoy high quality artists from all over the world.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-8 June
location City center, ‘s-Hertogenbosch website www.jazzinduketown.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor price Free
organisation Stichting Jazz in Duketown email info@jazzinduketown.nl
Arno
Lucas
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HARMONY OF HARDCORE
Harmony of Hardcore is one of the only real hardcore festivals in the world. It is a journey that takes you through a landscape of hard and devastating beats and every step that is taken brings people closer to the final destination: the ultimate hardcore feeling. The festival created an attractive force for the ultimate Hardcore fan, but HOH also attracts people that fancy this music style.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION date 7 June
location Festivalterrein De Roost, Erp website www.harmonyofhardcore.nl
FACTS
acts 150 capacity 45,000 type Outdoor ticketer CM.com
organisation Par-T email info@par-t.nl
VERKNIPT FESTIVAL
Hard techno, Techno edition 10
VERKNIPT FESTIVAL 2025 - 10TH EDITION! The annual festival of leading (hard) techno organisation Verknipt. With diverse areas where you can rave outdoor in the sun and also get lost in indoor tent stages with a sick laser show & crazy visuals. Expect the Verknipt craziness like you are used to!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7 June
location Strijkviertel, Utrecht website www.verknipt.org/festival-2025
FACTS
acts 63 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer
organisation Verknipt email info@verknipt.org
booker Verknipt
booker email info@verknipt.org
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MUSIC MEETING FESTIVAL
Experimental, Folk, Jazz, Pop, World edition 39
Cutting right across styles, genres and cultures, Music Meeting Festival has been providing a platform for almost 40 years for the world’s best artists: musicians who have rarely or never performed in the Netherlands, with new projects or in special line-ups. Music Meeting Festival does not limit itself to one music genre, but programmes a very range, covering everything from new co-productions by noted jazz musicians and the latest salsa from Cuba to Asian avant-garde.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7-9 June
location Park Brakkenstein en indoor, Nijmegen website www.musicmeeting.nl
FACTS
acts 27 capacity 5,000 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer Ik Ben Aanwezig
organisation Stichting Music Meeting email seeyou@musicmeeting.nl
booker programmateam booker email seeyou@musicmeeting.nl
MIDDELBURG VÓLKOREN
Classic, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock, Worship edition 27
Middelburg VÓLkoren is a big choir festival in the SouthWest of the Netherlands. On Saturday afternoon (from 12.00 to 17.30) and on Sunday afternoon (from 13.00 to 17.00) at the same time in more than twenty locations in the old town center of Middelburg, within walking distance of each other, you can listen to performances of all kinds of choirs and ensembles. Enjoy many types of choral music - free entrance at all locations!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7-8 June
location Binnenstad, Middelburg website www.middelburgvolkoren.nl
FACTS
acts 250 capacity 8,000 type Indoor+Outdoor price Free
organisation Stg Middelburg VÓLkoren email info@middelburgvolkoren.nl
Ribs & Blues
RIBS & BLUES
Blues, Rock
SOUTH OF HEAVEN
27th edition of Europe’s Best Roots & Blues Festival, 24 international acts, a lot of entertainment and the best spareribs you can imagine!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7-9 June
location De Domineeskamp centrum Raalte, Raalte website www.ribsenblues.nl
FACTS
acts 24 capacity 40,000 type Outdoor
ticketer Paylogic
organisation Stichting Ribs & Blues Raalte
email pers@ribsenblues.nl
booker Frank Satink
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Hardcore, Metal, Rock edition 1
South Of Heaven Open Air (2 days, 2 stages, 30 bands) aims for a strong line-up (internationally celebrated metal bands), a good old metal atmosphere (metal fans among themselves), a well-accessible top location for a relatively low ticket price.
Nearby Maastricht city centre lies the atmospheric area Bosscherveld. This monumental site fits one-to-one in terms of look & feel with a metal festival and is also easily accessible by bike, public transport, and car - also from Germany and Belgium.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7-8 June
location Industrieterrein Bosscherveld in Maastricht, Maastricht
FACTS
acts 30 capacity 7,500 type Outdoor
price 62.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Stager
organisation Muziekgieterij Maastricht +Doomstar Bookings
+ The Tribute Agency email info@southofheaven.nl
booker Luc Favié
booker email luc@southofheaven.nl
909 FESTIVAL
Techno
An intimate, back to basics gathering for everyone that loves the many sounds of quality techno. Join us on our beautiful festival location for another edition of 909 festival, hidden in the woods of Amsterdam.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7-8 June
location Amsterdamse Bos, Amsterdam website www.909.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation 909 / Loveland Events email info@909.nl
KORENFESTIVAL AMUSING HENGELO
Korenfestival Amusing Hengelo is one of the biggest and most amusing festivals for choirs in the Netherlands. About 90 choirs, large and small, from all over the Netherlands and beyond, flood the city centre of Hengelo with song and music in all kinds of genres. From classical to pop-rock and everything in between.
On the 18 stages in Hengelo’s city center, each choir performs twice for 25 minutes.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7 June
location City centre, Hengelo Ov website www.amusing-hengelo.nl
FACTS
acts 200 capacity 10,000 type Indoor+Outdoor Free
organisation Stichting Vocale Promotie Hengelo email info@amusing-hengelo.nl
OVER DE TOP FESTIVAL
Over De Top Festival is the most colourful festival of spring! During the Whitsun weekend, on Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 May, the festival will take place on the Swite Terrain in Lichtenvoorde. Two days of unlimited party, ultimate relaxation and other wonderful things for really everyone! On four colourful stages more than 40 bands and DJ’s will perform in countless genres. Crazy theatre acts pop up everywhere and there is also a lot to see and do for the kids at Over De Top.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7-8 June
location Swite Terrein, Lichtenvoorde website www.overdetopfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 50 capacity 5,000 type Outdoor organisation Stichting DIDK email info@overdetopfestival.nl
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KAASPOP FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7 June
location Edam
website www.kaaspop.nl
price Free
organisation Gemeente Edam-Volendam
AMSTERDAM OPEN AIR
Amsterdam Open Air will return to our beloved Gaasperpark. This summer, the city will be our canvas. The frontrunners of Amsterdam nightlife will join forces to create a musical and cultural adventure, where Amsterdam’s creative fashion, music, and artistic souls will melt into the ever-fascinating Collaboration of Friends.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7-8 June
location Gaasperpark, Amsterdam website www.amsterdamopenair.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Air Events BV email support@amsterdamopenair.nl
FREE YOUR MIND FESTIVAL
Free Your Mind Festival is one of the longest running techno festivals in the Netherlands and was founded in 2004. The festival, which annually takes place at the beginning of June, consists of two days and has been located on historic grounds at the Stadsblokken in Arnhem since the very first edition. For example, the Battle of Arnhem in the Second World War was fought on the site where thousands of visitors now visit the Free Your Mind Festival every year.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7-8 June
location Stadsblokken, Arnhem website www.freeyourmindfestival.nl email info@freeyourmindfestival.nl
7TH SUNDAY FESTIVAL
Dance, Hardstyle, Pop, Techno, Urban edition 15
7th Sunday Festival is the Allround Music Festival in The Netherlands, produced on Pentecost Sunday in Erp near Eindhoven. You can experience the 15th edition on June 8th, 2025. 45,000 visitors will enjoy 16 different areas, in almost all genres of electronic music by more than 150 artists.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 8 June
location Festivalterrein De Roost, Erp website www.7thsunday.nl
FACTS
acts 150 capacity 45,000 type Outdoor ticketer CM.com
organisation Par-T email info@par-t.nl
FESTIVAL DE ZON
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 8 June
location Tuinen van West, Amsterdam website www.dezon.in
FACTS
type Outdoor ticketer
organisation De Zon -
BEMMELSE DWEILDAG
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 8 June
location Centre, Bemmel website www.bemmelsedweildag.nl
FACTS
organisation Stichting Bemmelse Dweildag email secretariaat@bemmelsedweildag.nl
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edition 37
HOLLAND FESTIVAL
edition 78
Artistic innovation and experimentation have been the Holland Festival’s key values since its founding in 1947. Every year in June, the festival showcases ground-breaking productions by artists from all across the world and new developments in the performing arts. From theatre, dance, music, musical theatre and opera to multi-disciplinary forms and cross-overs with the visual arts, digital art, photography and film.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10-29 June
location diverse locaties, Amsterdam website www.hollandfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 110 capacity 70,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Stichting Holland Festival email info@hollandfestival.nl
KesselsKramer
SPANJAARDSGAT FESTIVAL
The Spanjaardsgat Festival is a 11-days music event in the city center of Breda.
On a large floating stage in an atmospheric and historical environment with the Castle of Breda as a background, a surprising and versatile selection of light classic and light pop music is presented. Both professional orchestras of national and international level and amateur companies will perform special compositions. More than thousand musicians will participate. Enjoy this amazing, unique festival!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11-15 June
location Spanjaardsgat, City centre, Breda website www.hetspanjaardsgat.nl
FACTS type Outdoor
organisation Stichting Spanjaardsgat email info@hetspanjaardsgat.nl
ORANJEWOUD FESTIVAL
Classic, Jazz, World edition 13
Oranjewoud Festival is an annual multi-day (classical) music festival held at mostly outdoor locations within the historic Oranjewoud park. Its excellent quality is ensured by contributions made by nationally and internationally renowned musicians, inspiring programmes and new and exciting forms of presentation.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12-15 June
location Parklandschap, Oranjewoud website www.oranjewoudfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 200 capacity 15,000 type Outdoor
organisation Stichting Oranjewoud Festival email contact@oranjewoudfestival.nl
booker Yoram Ish-Hurwitz
Hans Jellema
AMERSFOORT WORLD JAZZ FESTIVAL
Blues, Classic, Jazz
BABBELS LIVE FESTIVAL
13 juni - VRIJMIBO Edition
14 juni - PARTY EDITION
15 juni - Babbels Live Kids Festival
Amersfoort Jazz is a festival by musicians, for musicians. That means we look after one another in all senses of the word, earning us the nickname ‘Musician’s Paradise’ over the years. Embracing that motto to the fullest means that a concert at Amersfoort World Jazz Festival is not just a gig, but an experience that adds value to a musician’s career long-term as well.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12-15 June
location Centrum, Amersfoort website www.amersfoortjazz.nl
acts 130 capacity 100,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Stichting Amersfoort Jazz email info@amersfoortjazz.nl
JAZZBOZ
edition 49
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12-15 June
location Bergen op Zoom website www.jazzboz.nl
organisation Stichting Bergse Jazz Evenementen email info@jazzboz.nl
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13-15 June
location Omweg, Assendelft website www.babbelslive.nl
FACTS
acts 40 capacity 9,000 type Outdoor
price 35.00 EUR avg. day ticketer CM.com
organisation Babbels Events email info@babbelslive.nl
FESTIVAL ONDERSTROOM
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13-14 June
location Vlissingen website www.festivalonderstroom.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Cultuurwerf email info@cultuurwerf.nl
VEERPLAS VRIJMIBO FESTIVAL
Dance, House, Jazz, Pop edition 2
A cosy festival in Haarlem with a lot of terraces, foodtrucks, wine and beer bars, entertainment and games. There are 3 stages with music: from 80’s - 00’s hits, disco, soul, jazz and guilty pleasures. Ideal to start your weekend with friends or colleagues. The festival is at a small lake in Haarlem (close to Amsterdam), the day before dance festival Veerplas festival.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13 June
location Veerplas, A Hofmanweg, Haarlem, Haarlem website www.veerplasvrijmibo.nl
FACTS
acts 30 capacity 5,000 type Outdoor price 30.00 EUR avg. day ticketer
organisation Veerplas Festival email info@veerplasfestival.nl
booker Veerplas Festival booker email info@veerplasfestival.nl
ZOMERFEESTEN HENGEVELDE
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13-15 June
, Hengevelde website www.hengevelde.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 8,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
TBA ticketer RDTickets
organisation Stichting Zomerfeesten Hengevelde email publiciteit@hengevelde.nl
WANTIJLIVE
Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock edition 7
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13 June
location Wantijpark, Dordrecht website www.wantijlive.nl
FACTS
acts 4 capacity 12,000 type Outdoor price 50.00 EUR avg. day ticketer See Tickets
organisation BOD Events email info@bodevents.nl
BEST KEPT SECRET FESTIVAL
It all starts with music. But where will it end? Who knows knows… Best Kept Secret is a three-day discovery of where music can take us. An ear-pleasing mouth-watering heart-warming journey through sounds, shows, flavours, hugs and awes. The best of the known and unknown in music, food and culture, to be discovered and celebrated together, surrounded by beautiful nature and like-minded souls. Everything and everyone connected through music.
Dance, Hiphop, Pop, Rock, World
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13-15 June
location Beekse Bergen, Hilvarenbeek website www.bestkeptsecret.nl
FACTS
acts 120 capacity 25,000 type Outdoor
ticketer See Tickets
organisation Friendly Fire email info@friendlyfire.nl
booker Roel Coppen
booker email r.coppen@friendlyfire.nl
INTO THE GRAVE
Metal, Rock edition 14
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13-15 June
location Oldehoofsterkerkhof, Leeuwarden
website www.intothegrave.nl
capacity 6,500 type Outdoor
price 49.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Loud Noise
email glenn@loudnoise.nl
booker Paul van Berlo
booker email p.vanberlo@loudnoise.nl
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KOETSTOCK
Blues, Dance, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock edition 28
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13-14 June
location Zwem- en Recreatiepark De Koet, Kockengen
website www.koetstock.nl
acts 10 capacity 1,500 type Outdoor
price 10.00 EUR avg. day
organisation Koetstock
email info@koetstock.nl
GRACHTEN FESTIVAL MEPPEL
Folk, Nederlandstalig, Pop edition 19
If you enjoy historical ships, music, entertainment, and culture, you might want to visit the Grachtenfestival in Meppel. This event starts on Friday, June 13th, 2025, and runs until Sunday. Save the date!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13-15 June
location Meppel website www.grachtenfestivalmeppel.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 30,000 type Outdoor price Free
organisation Stichting Meppel Vol Vaart email info@meppelvolvaart.nl
JAZZ FESTIVAL ENKHUIZEN
Jazz
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13-15 June
location Centrum, Enkhuizen website www.jazzfestivalenkhuizen.nl
organisation Stichting Jazz Festival Enkhuizen
Erwin Jonkman
OP DE TÔFFEL 2024
Hiphop, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter
On Saturday, June 15th, the Vrijthof in Vierlingsbeek will once again be the venue for Op De Tôffel. For the 30th time, visitors can enjoy a wonderful day filled with contemporary pop music, street theatre, and a cozy atmosphere. And once again, entry is completely free of charge.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13-14 June
location Vrijthof, Vierlingsbeek website www.opdetoffel.nl
FACTS
acts 17 capacity 5,000 type Outdoor price Free
organisation Stichting Op De Tôffel email info@opdetoffel.nl
booker Giovanni van Loon booker email info@opdetoffel.nl
STRAATTHEATERFESTIVAL KUNSTEN OP STRAAT
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13-15 June
location City centre, Diepenheim website www.kunstenopstraat.nl
FACTS
organisation Stichting Kunsten op Straat email info@kunstenopstraat.nl
AALTJESDAGEN
House, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter
Aaltjesdagen is an annual multi-day festival in Harderwijk, held every second weekend of June since 1983. The festival offers a great showcase of what Harderwijk has to offer in terms of tourism, culture, history, and leisure, attracting around 50,000 visitors each year.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13-15 June
location De Wijde Wellen, Harderwijk website www.aaltjesdagen.nl
FACTS
acts 30 capacity 50,000 type Outdoor
organisation stg Aaltjesdagen email info@aaltjesdagen.nl
PARKFEEST
Parkfeest in Oosterhout is a festival organised by volunteers. It is widely appreciated by visitors as well as artists for its beautiful location (an old city park) and its atmosphere. For the most part the revenues go to local clubs and cultural organisations.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14 June
location Oosterhout website www.parkfeest.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor ticketer CM.com
organisation Stichting Parkfeest Oosterhout email info@parkfeest.nl
REURPOP FESTIVAL
Country, Hardstyle, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock edition 16
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13-15 June
location Wiersseweg, Ruurlo website www.reurpop.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Stichting de Vrienden van Reurle email info@reurpop.nl
MIDZOMERFESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13-14 June
location Kloosterplein, Goirle website www.midzomerfestivalgoirle.nl
FACTS
organisation Marketing Regio Emmen email info@emmenmaakhetmee.nl -
KAMPING KITSCH CLUB HOLLAND
Hardstyle, Nederlandstalig, Pop, World edition 6
Kamping Kitsch Club is the largest costume party in Belgium. After many successful editions there, the world tour kicked off in the Netherlands — and it was a massive success! There’s only one rule: if you’re not dressed up, you can’t enter the festival! Visitors can fully immerse themselves in a world of outrageous fun, featuring amazing shitty music, 90s hits, classics, Dutch schlagers, endless beer, liters of sangria, white shirts, white socks, cool boxes, mud fights, wet t-shirt contests, and so much more.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14 June
edition 16
location Lansard, Eindhoven website www.kampingkitschclub.nl
FACTS
acts 60 capacity 7,500 type Outdoor ticketer CM.com
organisation Par-T email info@par-t.nl
VEERPLAS FESTIVAL
Dance, Hiphop, House, Pop, Techno edition 8
Dance festival in Haarlem with more than 4 stages and areas with their own style. From house and techno to pop and r&b hits from now and then like guilty pleasures. Entertainment and foodtrucks at a cosy location by a small lake in Haarlem (close to Amsterdam).
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14 June
location Veerplas, A Hofmanweg, Haarlem website www.veerplasfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 50 capacity 10,000 type Outdoor price 50.00 EUR avg. day ticketer
organisation Veerplas Festival email info@veerplasfestival.nl
booker Veerplas Festival booker email info@veerplasfestival.nl
MYSTIC GARDEN FESTIVAL
House, Techno
It begins as the sound of far-off music echoing throughout the woods, the drums lightly beating and the violin tune. The heart of the forest calling you towards it. The Mystic Garden invites those who hear her enchanted call to step through the Garden Gates. An enchanted world brimming with magical creatures, breathtaking decor and world-class Djs awaits you! Come discover the Mystic Garden! Do you hear the golden bells ringing?
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14 June
location Sloterpark, Amsterdam website www.mysticgardenfestival.nl
FACTS type Outdoor ticketer iHaveGotaTicket
organisation Faul Productions BV email info@mysticgardenfestival.nl
JULIANAPOP FESTIVAL
Dance, Hiphop, Pop, Rock, Urban edition 32
Julianapop in Juliandorp has been the very best festival in the Noordkop for over 30 years already, featuring a diverse lineup for all ages. The event takes place annually on the Saturday before Father’s Day!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14 June
location Evenemententerrein Schoolweg / Zuiderhaaks, Julianadorp website www.julianapop.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 5,000 type Outdoor
organisation Stichting Evenementen Julianadorp email info@julianapop.nl
booker Stephan Wegman
booker email programmering@julianapop.nl
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HELLO FESTIVAL
Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter, Urban
Hello Festival is a cross-generational adventure featuring acts from the past, present, and future. Hello is a oneday party with festival camping, multiple stages, and a diverse, surprising lineup. It offers performances for both young and old in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14 June
location De Grote Rietplas, Emmen website www.hellofestival.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation No Limit Events email info@hellofestival.nl
booker Richard de Groot
booker email richard@hellofestival.nl
CENTRAL PARK
Pop, Rock edition 7
Central Park is the biggest pop-festival located in the heart of The Netherlands. At the festival ground visitors experience an enchanting day at the park filled with music provided by prominent artists. Dozens of qualitative food trucks offer countless menu options and our experts have hand-picked the best wines. Altogether Central Park is defined by its high quality cuisine, green surroundings and outstanding pop/rock acts.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14 June
location Park Transwijk, Utrecht website www.centralpark.nl
FACTS
capacity 30,000 type Outdoor
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation The Zoo Events email info@centralparkfestival.nl
POPFESTIVAL SCHIPPOP
World edition 23
Free festival with different genres of bands. For young and old a fun accessible festival.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14 June
location Tiendweg, Schipluiden website www.schippop.nl
acts 10 capacity 1,250 type Outdoor
price Free
organisation Schippop email communicatie@schippop.nl
WANTIJPOP
Hiphop, House, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock edition 28
Multiple areas with a lineup of artists for all ages.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14 June
location Wantijpark, Dordrecht website www.wantijpop.nl
acts 7 capacity 25,000 type Outdoor
price Free
organisation BOD Events email info@bodevents.nl
HOUTFESTIVAL
Classic, Jazz, Pop, Rock, World edition 38
Houtfestival is a free, 2-day outdoor festival in Haarlem.
The Sunday focusses on global music in all its forms, from etnic and classical, to crossovers with pop, jazz, electronic, rock or noise. A ‘coloured’ program aimed at children & families is also part of the Sunday. Houtfestival is a member of Forum Worldwide Music Festivals (FWMF) and takes part in the EU project Sounds of Europe.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14-15 June
location Haarlemmerhout, Haarlem website www.houtfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 39 capacity 20,000 type Outdoor
price Free
organisation Houtfestival email communicatie@houtfestival.nl
booker Francis de Souza
booker email communicatie@houtfestival.nl
FESTIVAL VAN HET LEVENSLIED
Nederlandstalig edition 33
Festival van het Levenslied is a free, 2-day Dutchlanguage music event with a large central (open-air) stage in the city center of Tilburg.
Festival van het Levenslied has grown increasingly popular over the years, attracting visitors from Tilburg and far beyond.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14-15 June
location Piusplein, Tilburg website www.festivalvanhetlevenslied.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 50,000 type Outdoor
price Free
organisation Stichting van het Levenslied email Info@festivalvanhetlevenslied.nl
Roel
Syperda
IBIZA FESTIVAL
Jazz, Reggae, Urban, World
edition 3
Ibiza Festival returns on June 14-15, 2025, in Helmond’s Burgemeester Geukerspark. Enjoy two days of free entertainment for all ages, including a vibrant hippie market with 100+ unique exhibitors, workshops, and a dedicated children’s area. Don’t miss this new Ibiza and Bohemian lifestyle experience!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14-15 June
location Burgemeester Geukerspark, Helmond website www.helmondcityevents.nl
FACTS
acts 5 capacity 8,000 type Outdoor
price Free
organisation Stichting Helmond City Events
email info@helmondcityevents.nl
booker Stichting Helmond City Events
booker email info@helmondcityevents.nl -
PARK OPEN
edition 1
Park Open is live music in Arnhem’s most famous city park: Sonsbeek! In 2025, you will find us every Sunday on the Ronde Weide between 15 June and 13 July. On our stages you won’t find just one style, but a broad selection of what’s happening in live music in the Netherlands. Besides well-known and emerging bands and artists, Park Open offers space to young talent and new local and regional acts. For the littlest ones, there is a creative children’s program.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 15 June
location Ronde Weide, Arnhem website www.parkopen.nl
acts 6 capacity 2,500 type Outdoor
price Free
organisation Stichting Park Open
email info@parkopen.nl
FANTASTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 15 June
location Citycentre, Oss website www.fantastival.nl
organisation Cultuurpodium Groene Engel
email info@groene-engel.nl
Tse Kao
Foto: Mark Richter
THEATERFESTIVAL DE PARADE
The Parade offers over 80 different theatre, music, and dance performances for all ages. Most of the shows are made especially for the festival and can only be seen at the Parade. The performances last about 30 minutes, which means you can visit 2, 3 or even 4 on an evening. The Parade also has an extensive programme for children, the KinderParade, and offers free live-bands in the evening.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 20-29 June
location Rotterdam website www.deparade.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer ActiveTickets
organisation De Parade B.V. email info@mobilearts.nl
TAPT FESTIVAL ALKMAAR
Dance, Jazz, Pop, Reggae edition 5
TAPT Festival is originally a beer festival new style. This definitely does not covers the concept these days. In fact, TAPT Festival is not a beer festival, but a festival with lots of beer, a wine bar, cocktails and good food. You play games, relax and dance, which always ends in a big party at the end! That in a cosy set-up makes TAPT Festival a very relaxed festival and very accessible. In short, TAPT Festival is the ultimate drinks festival of the Netherlands!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 20-21 June
location Evenemententerrein Olympiaweg, Alkmaar website www.taptfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 2,000 type Outdoor
ticketer
organisation DFRNT B.V. email info@taptfestival.nl
booker Nick de Vree booker email nick@dfrnt.nl
Sofie
Simao
PINKPOP
Pinkpop is the oldest and only ‘uninterrupted’ outdoor pop festival in Europe. Over the years, the threeday festival has been visited by over 2.9 million unique visitors. The festival site is Megaland, located in the south of the Netherlands, near the German border. Pinkpop has five stages, a festival market and three campsite areas (with a total capacity of 45,000 people). Many performers started their international career at Pinkpop.
Martin
Hols
PINKPOP
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 19-23 June
location Megaland Evenemententerrein, Landgraaf website www.pinkpop.nl
FACTS
acts 68 capacity 70,000 type Outdoor ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Festivals Limburg BV email info@pinkpop.nl
booker Mojo Concerts
booker email info@mojo.nl
VESTINGJAZZ GORICHEM
edition 50
This year marks the 50th edition of VestingJazz Gorinchem! Save the date, because after unforgettable performances by Candy Dulfer (2022) and Trijntje Oosterhuis (2023), we’re set to make it another fantastic festival!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 20-22 June
location Grote Markt e.o., Gorinchem website www.vestingjazz.nl
FACTS
acts 24 capacity 20,000 type Outdoor
organisation Stichting Jazzfestival-Vestingjazz Gorinchem email secretaris@vestingjazz.nl
booker email vanduijnthomas@gmail.com
HOORNSE STADSFEESTEN
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 20-22 June
location City centre, Hoorn website www.hoornsestadsfeesten.nl
FACTS
organisation Stichting Hoornse Stadsfeesten email ilja@hoornsestadsfeesten.nl
FULL COLOR FESTIVAL KAMPEN
Blues, Folk, Jazz, Rock, Singer-Songwriter
Full Color Festival Kampen: music, dance, theatre, cultures, food market, eat, drink, and more. Stadspark Hanzestad Kampen.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 20-21 June
location Stadspark Kampen, Kampen website www.fullcolorfestivalkampen.nl
FACTS
acts 100 capacity 20,000 type Outdoor
price Free
organisation Full Color Festival email info@fullcolorfestivalkampen.nl
booker Edwin booker email info@fullcolorfestivalkampen.nl
MINIROK
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 20-21 June
location Sportpark De Steinakker, Stramproy website www.minirok-stramproy.nl
Marcel
Brienne
DRAKENBOOTFESTIVAL
Pop
MUZIKAAL BOOTWATEREN
Nederlandstalig edition 23
Cozy 3-day festival with a great concert on Friday evening, with live bands. On Saturdays and Sundays the festival is freely accessible, and there are bands, theater shows, food trucks, exciting dragon boat races between companies, neighborhoods and clubs, a fair, and a special ‘Drakenland’ for children.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 20-22 June
location Zwitsalpark, Apeldoorn website www.grolschdrakenbootfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 90,000 type Outdoor
organisation Drakenbootfestival Apeldoorn BV email info@drakenbootfestival.nl
booker Agents After All -
Musical festival with orchestras, shanty choirs, street theater and activities for children. Around 700 participating artists.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21 June
location Hollum, Ameland website www.bootwateren.nl
FACTS
acts 120 capacity 5,000 type Outdoor price Free
organisation Stichting Muzikaal Bootwateren email info@bootwateren.nl
EUROSJOPPER
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21 June
location Lierop website www.eurosjopper.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Stichting evenementen eurosjopper
Rien
Hokken
DEVENTER STADSFESTIVAL
Deventer Stadsfestival is an authentic music festival that combines good food, music (four stages) and good vibes.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21 June
location Evenemententerrein Deventer, Deventer website www.deventerstadsfestival.nl
FACTS
capacity 15,000 type Outdoor ticketer See Tickets organisation Deventer Stadsfestival email info@deventerstadsfestival.nl
booker Maurice Endeman booker email info@deventerstadsfestival.nl
TT FESTIVAL
Blues, Dance, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock
The TT Festival is a free accessible multi-day festival in the center of Assen. You can find a big funfair, the coolest bands and a variety of acts from home and abroad on one of the many stages. The festival takes place ahead of the MotoGP. Besides these motor races at the TT circuit, there’s a lot of motor entertainment at the TT Festival as well. The TT Festival is the perfect blend of music, roaring engines and the smell of burning rubber!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21-29 June
location City centre, Assen website www.ttfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 150 capacity 250,000 type Outdoor price Free
organisation TT Festival email info@ttfestival.nl
BAZAAR BOXTEL
A free festival with good music and great food, prepared by all local cultural communities. Fun for all ages. It’s all about celebrating and connecting.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22 June
location Park Molenwijk, Boxtel website www.bazaarboxtel.nl
FACTS
acts 6 capacity 5,000 type Outdoor
price Free
organisation Stichting Bazaar Boxtel email contact@bazaarboxtel.nl
DOEK
FESTIVAL
edition 21
Doek Festival is an international improvisation festival organized by the Amsterdam-based musicians’ collective Doek. The festival aims to present the current state of improvised music and related art forms in all their diversity. The festival has grown from a one-day affair to a multi-day event spread around various venues in Amsterdam, including the internationally renowned Bimhuis.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 23-29 June
location Several venues, Amsterdam website www.doek.org
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Stichting DOEK email info@doek.org
SPOORPARK LIVE
Country, Dance, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock edition 4
In the last week of June, Tilburg’s ‘Spoorpark’ is being transformed into a festival haven, hosting a series of open-air events. These events unfold in a vibrant festival atmosphere, featuring iconic headliners and tomorrow’s fan favorites. Spoorpark LIVE offers a wide spectrum of musical genres, ranging from alternative to pop and from hip-hop to dance and more.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 23-29 June
location Het Spoorpark, Tilburg website www.spoorparklive.nl
FACTS
capacity 12,000 type Outdoor ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation This is Live Group & Greenhouse Talent email info@spoorparklive.nl
booker Wouter de Wilde
booker email wouter@greenhousetalent.nl
HEAMIEL
Dance, Pop
Local festival for residents of Bolsward and the surrounding area full of culture, music and sports.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25-28 June
location Julianapark, Bolsward website www.heamiel.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 5,000 type Outdoor ticketer SimpleTicket
organisation Stichting Heamielcomité email info@heamiel.nl
booker Chénah Rinsampessy booker email Info@heamiel.nl
LEIDSE LAKENFEESTEN
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27-29 June
location Leiden website www.lakenfeesten.nl
type Outdoor
organisation Stg Pedrafes
SIMMERDEIS
Simmerdeis is a professional arts festival held in a wonderful public park in the Frisian city of Drachten. The 4-day festival includes a surprising, challenging and accessible mix of (international and local) theatre, circus, dance, music and visual/digital art. Simmerdeis fosters sustainability, inclusiveness and sense of belonging. The by-products are talent development, cultural education (acquiring 21st-century skills) and creative innovation by daring to experiment.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26-29 June
location Slingepark, Drachten website www.simmerdeis.nl
type Outdoor
organisation Schouwburg De Lawei email info@lawei.nl
NORTH SEA ROUND TOWN
NN North Sea Jazz Festival is a household name all over the world. It is also known beyond our national borders as the event where the past, present and future of jazz come together in three days. In addition to the solid basis of jazz, many genres are covered, such as blues, soul, funk, hip hop, world, pop and much more. Over the years there have been performances by D’Angelo, Stevie Wonder, Paul Simon, BB King, Metropole Orkest, Miles Davis, Jamiroquai, Pharrell Williams, Prince and many more.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 June-13 July
location Rotterdam website www.northsearoundtown.nl
organisation North Sea Jazz email info@northsearoundtown.nl
CONCERT AT SEA FESTIVAL
Pop, Rock
Concert at SEA is a friendly pop festival on a unique location by the seaside. In a pleasant atmosphere, 40.000 visitors per day enjoy the best national and international artists.
Highlights from previous editions include BLØF (yearly, as host), Sting & Shaggy, Nile Rodgers & Chic, Alanis Morissette, Kensington, Lenny Kravitz, Racoon, Anouk, Faithless, Noel Gallagher, Guus Meeuwis, Counting Crows, Ilse De Lange, Bastille, Chef’Special, Skunk Anansie, Tom Odell, George Ezra and many more.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26-28 June
location Brouwersdam, Renesse website www.concertatsea.nl
FACTS
capacity 40,000 type Outdoor
ticketer See Tickets
organisation Agents After All / BLØF email info@concertatsea.nl
JERA ON AIR
Metal, Rock
Jera On Air is the largest Punk, Hardcore and Metalcore festival from the Benelux. It’s a three-day event attracting 15,000 visitors per day from all over the world. The festival features 5 band stages, 1 DJ stage, a craft beer bar, a wide variety of food stands with plenty of vegan options, band merchandise, a full festival market, a Ferris wheel, and, most importantly, an incredible atmosphere.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26-28 June
location Festivalterrein Ysselsteyn, Ysselsteyn Lb website www.jeraonair.nl
FACTS
acts 150 capacity 17,000 type Outdoor
ticketer Tickoweb
organisation Stichting Jera on Air
email info@jeraonair.nl
booker Sjoerd Ewals
booker email production@jeraonair.nl
STONEHENGE FESTIVAL
edition 31
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 June
location Stationsplein, Steenwijk website www.stonehengefestival.nl
LAGO LAGO
Dance, House, Techno edition 4
A multi-day festival holiday on June 27, 28 and 29, 2025 at Stroombroek near Braamt.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27-29 June
location Stroombroek, Braamt website www.lagolago.nl
FACTS
capacity 8,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Chasing the Hihat email info@chasingthehihat.nl
‘T WONDER
Nederlandstalig, Pop edition 3
‘t Wonder is an outdoor culinary music festival in the city centre of Woerden. Big artists from the Netherlands will be performing, their shows will be combined with great food and other fun activities. ‘t Wonder welcomes all ages, children must be supervised.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27-28 June
location Exercitieveld, Woerden website www.twonder.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 13,000 type Outdoor
price 35.00 EUR avg. day ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Vivre Productions email info@twonder.nl
booker Robert Boevé
booker email robert@vivreproductions.nl
Evert Buitendijk Fotografie
DEFQON.1
Hardcore, Hardstyle
Defqon.1 Weekend Festival serves as the ultimate sanctuary for those with a passion for the harder styles. Defqon.1 attracts 100,000 visitors from over 100 nationalities to experience the spectacular production with mind-blowing stage designs, pyrotechnics and visual effects. From the start in 2003, Defqon.1 has ever since been the hardstyle highlight of each festival season.
DEFQON.1
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26-29 June
location Evenemententerrein Walibi Holland, Biddinghuizen website www.q-dance.com/en/events/defqon-1/defqon-1-weekendfestival-2025
FACTS
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CITYPROMS
Classic, Hiphop, Jazz, World edition 14
The CityProms festival is the most enjoyable music festival in the North where everyone is welcome. To make the hurdle as low as possible, we have made all our performances free, because classical music is for everyone: people of all ages, amateurs and professionals, for people with and without disabilities and with little or a lot of money. We invite everyone to come and enjoy our festival and to join in with our projects and workshops.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27-29 June
location Wilhelminaplein/binnenstad, Leeuwarden
website www.cityproms.nl
FACTS
acts 40 capacity 30,000 type Indoor+Outdoor price Free
organisation CityProms email info@cityproms.nl
booker CityProms
booker email info@cityproms.nl
INDIAN SUMMER FESTIVAL
Dance, Hiphop, House, Pop
Indian Summer Festival is known as the biggest party of North-Holland! Around 40 artists and dj’s perform in the beautiful surroundings of Dijk en Waard. The best pop, hiphop, dance, 80s/90s classics and local talent. You can find It all at Indian Summer Festival!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 28 June
location Recreatiegebied Geestmerambacht, Dijk en Waard website www.indiansummerfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 40 capacity 20,000 type Outdoor ticketer CTS Eventim
organisation Indian Summer Festival BV / Friendly Fire email info@friendlyfire.nl
booker Roel Coppen
booker email R.Coppen@FriendlyFire.nl
Marcel Kieffer
BOULEVARD OUTDOOR
Hiphop, House, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Techno edition 14
Boulevard Outdoor; the most enjoyable festival in the eastern Netherlands! This regional festival, hold on the unique location of the Lageveld in Wierden, wil be bigger dan ever. Due to the broad line-up and playfull entertainment this is a festival for everybody. Be welcome and be entertained!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 28 June
location Het Lageveld, Wierden website www.boulevardoutdoor.nl
FACTS
acts 50 capacity 10,000 type Outdoor
ticketer See Tickets
organisation Boulevard Entertainment
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PARKCITY LIVE
Dance, Pop, Rock edition 13
ParkCity Live takes place in the middle of the city Heerlen in a wonderful park and returning annually. It is a family festival. Good food, good drinks, art, children activities and good music. On mainstage there are always the most popular local artists playing and some international artists.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 28-29 June
location Park Bekkerveld, Heerlen website www.parkcitylive.nl
FACTS
acts 60 capacity 17,500 type Outdoor
price 70.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer See Tickets
organisation Park at work BV email info@parkcitylive.nl
booker Hans Paul Nieskens booker email hp@parkcitylive.nl
Johannes Wassenaar
HILLEGOMS MUZIEKFEEST
Nederlandstalig
edition 23
The biggest dutch music festival in the flowerbulb area! With over 4.500 visitors and 10 to 15 artists each year!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 28 June
location Hoftuin, Hillegom website www.hillegomsmuziekfeest.nl
FACTS
acts 15 capacity 4,850 type Outdoor
price 34.50 EUR avg. day
ticketer SimpleTicket
organisation Stichting Hillegoms Muziekfeest
email Info@hillegomsmuziekfeest.nl
GREATEST HITS FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 28-29 June
location Jutterseiland De Meent, Beusichem website www.greatesthitsfestival.
type Outdoor
WAESKEPOP
edition 20
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 28-29 June
location Parkeerplaats achter Kerk, Guttecoven website www.waeskepop.nl
type Outdoor price Free
organisation Stichting Waeskepop email info@waeskepop.nl
MOONSTAR MUSIC FESTIVAL
On Sunday, June 29, 2025 Europe’s largest Turkish music festival will take place for the first time at the Lageveld in Wierden! With 6 areas, 5 music genres and multiple artists... It promises to be an enchanting day full of experiences! The festival has a minimum age of 18 years. From 13.00 hours the area is open.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 29 June
location Het Lageveld, Wierden website www.moonstarmusicfestival.nl
capacity 10,000 type Outdoor
organisation Moonstar Music Festival email info@msmf.nl
VRIENDENLOTERIJ ZOMERCONCERTEN
Classic, Jazz, Pop, World edition 37
More than 80 concerts, from pop and jazz to classical and film music. In July and August we welcome orchestras and musicians from all over the world to our iconic building. Enjoy the music, the cocktails and the meet-and-greets and immerse yourself in an atmosphere of summer and tradition. Join our artists and us in a celebration of music!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 1 July-31 August
location Het Concertgebouw, Amsterdam website www.concertgebouw.nl
acts 80 capacity 80,000 type Indoor ticketer www.concertgebouw.nl
organisation Het Concertgebouw Amsterdam email kassa@concertgebouw.nl
booker Anita Crowe
booker email kassa@concertgebouw.nl
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KETI KOTI FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 1 July
location Oosterpark, Amsterdam website www.ketikotiamsterdam.nl
organisation NiNsee email info@ketikotiamsterdam.nl
MEMENTO
Experimental, House, Techno, Trance
Memento is a brand new, intimate weekend festival in Goch, right across the German border (near Nijmegen). Together we celebrate life. During the day and at night there is time and space to recharge, dance at one of the stages, immerse yourself in wonder and lose yourself in the beautiful surroundings of the Graefenthal monastery. An unforgettable get-together where time doesn’t exist and new long-lasting memories await around every corner.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3-7 July
location Kloster Graefenthal, Goch website www.ilmemento.com
FACTS
acts 70 capacity 2,500 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation 12inchCity email info@ilmemento.com
booker 12inchCity
booker email bookings@12inchcity.com
Nathan Dobbelaere
WISH OUTDOOR
Are you ready for new adventures?
Follow Adventure Avenue and step into the world of WiSH Outdoor. Discover our Dedicated outdoor mainstage, majestic stages, our Central Square, mind-blowing shows and 250+ great artists across our different worlds, there is always something exciting to discover!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-6 July
location festivalterrein ‘de Aa’, Beek En Donk website www.wishoutdoor.com
FACTS
acts 250 capacity 60,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation WiSH Outdoor Nederland BV email info@wishoutdoor.nl
booker Izjan
booker email izjan@thisislive.group
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KARMA OUTDOOR
Dance, Hardcore
KARMA, the concept for the true house lover of the first hour. We take you back in time with the biggest bangers of the past!
We are known for our great line-ups with the biggest names from the scene, and we are the party where the atmosphere is always great.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-5 July
location Landsard Beach, Eindhoven
website www.karmahouseclassics.nl
capacity 7,500 type Outdoor ticketer CM.com
organisation Minority Events email info@minorityevents.nl
STEREO SUNDAY
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-5 July
location Julianapark, Venlo
website www.stereosunday.nl
capacity 12,500 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Stichting Stereo Sunday email info@stereosunday.nl
edition 15
WONDERFEEL
Classic
Wonderfeel is a three-day outdoor festival for classical music with the casual atmosphere of a pop festival. On the 25 hectare nature reserve in ‘s-Graveland the seven Wonderfeel stages are a mini walk spread apart.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-6 July
location Schaep en Burgh, ‘s-Graveland website www.wonderfeel.nl
FACTS
acts 120 capacity 10,000 type Outdoor price 70.00 EUR avg. day ticketer
organisation Stichting Wonderfeel email info@wonderfeel.nl
booker nvt booker email pitch@wonderfeel.nl
TAPT FESTIVAL UTRECHT
Dance, Jazz, Pop, Reggae edition 9
TAPT Festival is originally a beer festival new style. This definitely does not covers the concept these days. In fact, TAPT Festival is not a beer festival, but a festival with lots of beer, a wine bar, cocktails and good food. You play games, relax and dance, which always ends in a big party at the end! That in a cosy set-up makes TAPT Festival a very relaxed festival and very accessible. In short, the drinks festival of the Netherlands. That is what TAPT Festival is!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-6 July
location Julianapark, Utrecht website www.taptfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 2,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation DFRNT B.V. email info@taptfestival.nl
booker Nick de Vree booker email nick@dfrnt.nl
STOMPWIJK SUMMERLAND
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-6 July
, Stompwijk website www.stompwijksummerland.nl
FACTS
capacity 1,500 type Outdoor
organisation Stichting Summerland email info@stompwijksummerland.nl
BEACHROCKERS FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-5 July
location Recreatiepark de Ulesprong, St Nicolaasga website www.beachrockers.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Beach Rockers Events email info@beachrockers.nl
Fotografie Carmen Rodriguez
MADNES FESTIVAL
Reggae, Rock, World edition 16
A surf-, skate- and music festival on the island Ameland.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-6 July
location Strand van Nes, Ameland website www.madnesfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 50 capacity 5,000 type Outdoor
ticketer See Tickets
organisation MadNes email info@madnesfestival.nl
booker Steven Leeuwerink booker email info@madnesfestival.nl
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BREDA LIVE
Dance, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock edition 15
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-5 July
location Chasséveld, Breda website www.bredalive.nl
acts 18 capacity 16,000 type Outdoor
ticketer See Tickets
organisation BOD Events email info@bodevents.nl
DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE
Hiphop, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter edition 10
Down The Rabbit Hole says adventure, confusion, surrealism and psychedelics, which has been an inspiration for (psycho) rockers, DJs, artists, designers and filmmakers ever since the rise of the pop culture in the uncurbed 1960s… Good company, so get ready to tumble…
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-6 July
location De Groene Heuvels, Beuningen Gld website www.downtherabbithole.nl
FACTS
acts 200 capacity 45,000 type Outdoor
ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Mojo Concerts email jump@downtherabbithole.nl
booker Mojo Concerts booker email jump@downtherabbithole.nl
GELDERPOP
Hardstyle, House, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock
The biggest summerfestival of Gelderland is characterized by the mix between big national names and local artists spread over multiple stages. In addition, with a wide range of foodtrucks, there is no better place to celebrate summer!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4 July
location Recreatiegebied Zeumeren, Voorthuizen website www.gelderpop.nl
FACTS
capacity 12,000 type Outdoor ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation The Zoo Events email info@thezooevents.nl
FESTIVALDERAA
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-6 July
location Schipborg
website www.festivalderaa.nl type Outdoor
organisation Stichting AAS email info@festivalderaa.nl
DAG VAN LEEUWEN / WIELLAWAAI
27
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-6 July
location Beneden-Leeuwen website www.dagvanleeuwen.nl
FACTS
capacity 2,500 type Outdoor
organisation Stichting Dag van Leeuwen email wiellawaai@dagvanleeuwen.nl
DE AVOND VAN ANDIJK
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4 July
location Festivalterrein Kleingouw, Andijk website www.deavondvanandijk.nl/informatie type Outdoor
DEVENTER OP STELTEN
For over twentyfive years the historic town of Deventer in the Netherlands has celebrated culture and arts on the streets. While ‘Op Stelten’ (‘on stilts’) is now used largely as a figurative sense, the performers are truly of the highest level and come from all over the world. During the second weekend of July the city centre turns into a giant open air theatre stage and attracts thousands of enthusiastic visitors.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-7 July
location Several venues, Deventer
website www.deventeropstelten.nl
FACTS
acts 150 type Outdoor
organisation Events dEVENTer
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THEATERFESTIVAL DE PARADE
The Parade offers over 80 different theatre, music, and dance performances for all ages. Most of the shows are made especially for the festival and can only be seen at the Parade. The performances last about 30 minutes, which means you can visit 2, 3 or even 4 on an evening. The Parade also has an extensive programme for children, the KinderParade, and offers free live-bands in the evening.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-20 July
location Den Haag
website www.deparade.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation De Parade B.V.
email info@mobilearts.nl
Gerard
Dubois
IN HET VOLKSPARK
Dance, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter, Urban edition 4
Did you hear? An unforgettable pop festival rustles between the leaves and blades of grass: In Het Volkspark. A collaboration between Absolutely Fresh (known from Freshtival Weekend) and Agents After All (known from Concert at Sea). And that means one thing: a fabulous festival with the biggest bands & DJs in the oldest public park of the Netherlands! With rocky sounds, sexy hits and festive sing-alongs blasting through your ears. With In Het Volkspark you have the summer in your head 24/7!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 July
location Het Volkspark, Enschede website www.inhetvolkspark.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 20,000 type Outdoor ticketer See Tickets
organisation Absolutely Fresh; Concert At Sea email info@inhetvolkspark.nl
booker Maarten Middendorp booker email info@agentsafterall.nl
FOREVER FESTIVAL
Dance, Hardstyle, House, Pop, Trance
Forever Festival is The ultimate Dance Xperience in the south of the Netherlands. A unique festival at a special location in Limburg. A combination of music, dance, theater and entertainment with different areas and much more.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 July
location Megaland, Landgraaf website www.foreverfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 40 capacity 20,000 type Outdoor
ticketer See Tickets
organisation Stichting Festival Xperience email info@foreverfestival.nl
booker Patrick Laheije
booker email patrick@festivalxperience.com
DREAMFIELDS FESTIVAL
Dance, Hardstyle, House, Urban
At the wonderful recreational area of Rhederlaag in Lathum, visitors enter a dream every time they enter the festival site. With the best EDM, Urban, hardstyle and cross-over music Dreamfields is getting more popular every edition!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 July
location Recreatiegebied Rhederlaag, Lathum website www.dreamfields.nl
FACTS
capacity 35,000 type Outdoor
ticketer See Tickets
organisation Matrixx Events
WASTELAND SUMMERFEST
House, Rock, Techno
Wasteland Summerfest is created for those who dare to be who they want to be… celebrating freedom! A Saturday full of extraordinary live entertainment, art spaces & vehicles and spectacular shows by international performers. Renowned DJs playing multiple genres of music on different stages.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 July
location Kaap Amsterdam website www.wastelandsummerfest.com
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
price 58.50 EUR avg. day
ticketer Tibbaa
organisation Vault Events
email info@wasteland.nl
ROSROCK
Rock
Rosrock is a non-profit festival in the centre of the Netherlands. Once started as a birthday party now a two-day festival with two stages and a campsite between the apple-trees. It offers bang for your buck. Great bands, ambiance, food, freshly pressed apple-juice and a kickass afterparty beneath the apple trees for just a fraction of the bigger festival’s fees.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 July
location Rossum, Gelderland website www.rosrock.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor ticketer Ticketjames
organisation RosRock email info@rosrock.nl
BY THE CREEK FESTIVAL
By the Creek is a festival of extremes. From beech trees under the bridge to hip hop on the beach. Different flavors in a paradisiacal location.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5-6 July
location Recreatieterrein Middelwaard, Vianen website www.bythecreekfestival.com
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation By the Creek B.V. email info@bythecreekfestival.com
MUZE MISSE
Blues, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter
Known for a wide variety in musical styles at an afforable price, Muze Misse has been a favourite of music lovers for over 15 years. This 2 day festival in a cosy park attracts an enthusiastic crowd and the biggest artists, as well as new talent.
See you at Muze Misse!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5-6 July
location Jan Cunen Park, Oss website www.muzemisse.nl
FACTS
acts 17 capacity 5,500 type Outdoor ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Stichting Muze Misse email info@muzemisse.nl
booker Penny Klamer-Suppers
booker email info@muzemisse.nl
Thomas Segers
CONINCX POP
Blues, Experimental, Pop, Rock, Roots edition 41
Conincx Pop is a free boutique festival in the south of Netherlands.
Conincx Pop originated in 1983 in a meadow in Elsloo. In 1997 the number of visitors increased and the festival moved to a larger but unique and beautiful location: the banks of the Maas in Elsloo. Conincx Pop has offered his stage to numerous national and international bands. The organization still prefers a small-scale festival and no entrance fee.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 July
location Festivalterrein - Westelijke Kanaalweg, Elsloo website www.conincxpop.nl
FACTS
acts 8 capacity 4,500 type Outdoor
price Free
organisation Stichting Conincx Pop email info@conincxpop.nl
booker Hilde Spille
booker email hilde@paperclip.agency
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WILLEMS WONDERE WEILAND
Metal, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter, World
Willems Wondere Weiland started as Willem’s birthday party and has since grown into a music festival with the most diverse genres. Pop, rock, jazz, reggae, singer-songwriters, metal, hip hop, you can’t think of it as crazy or you can find it on WWW!
But WWW is more than a music festival. With, among other things, a silent disco, living jukebox, special beer bar, children’s corner with bouncy castle, drawing table and sand pile, there is something for everyone.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 July
location Palastinaweg-oost, Hooglanderveen website www.willemswondereweiland.nl
FACTS
acts 21 capacity 5,000 type Outdoor
price Free
organisation Willems Wondere Weiland email info@willemswondereweiland.nl
booker Fabian
booker email Bands@willemswondereweiland.nl
Paul Karel
AFRIKAFESTIVAL HERTME
edition 35
The Afrika Festival Hertme is one of the leading festivals in the field of modern music from Africa. The beautiful Open Air Theater Hertme has hosted the two-day festival for over 35 years.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5-6 July
location Openluchttheater, Hertme website www.openluchttheaterhertme.nl/afrikafestival
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Openluchttheater Hertme email info@openluchttheaterhertme.nl
VUNZIGE DEUNTJES
Come to Vunzige Deuntjes Festival and experience the best live artists and DJ’s in the field of hip-hop, RnB, dancehall, afro and amapiano!
The tastiest food trucks, the most fun activities and much more in the most beautiful place of greenery in our capital city!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 July
location Amsterdamse Bos website www.vunzigedeuntjesfestival.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Vunzige Deuntjes email info@vunzigedeuntjes.nl
PITFEST
Hardcore, Metal, Rock
Pitfest is the coolest metal/punk/hardcore fest in The Netherlands. We started off in 2016 as a 1 day indoor festival and a revival of the infamous “Punkhol Erica”. We grew into a 2 day outdoor festival, but with a limited amount of tickets. It’s 100% DIY and you can always expect a mix of metal, punk, hardcore and their subgenres.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10-12 July
location Rugbyclub, Emmen website www.pitfest.nl
FACTS
acts 35 capacity 2,500 type Outdoor
price 50.00 EUR avg. day ticketer
organisation Stichting DrenthEvents email info@pitfest.nl
booker Maik Reuvers booker email Pitfest.nl@gmail.com
Sethpicturesmusic
BADPOP FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11 July
location Zwembad Waarland, Waarland website www.badpop.nl
FACTS
ticketer
organisation Stichting Badpop email info@badpop.nl
DE AMSTERDAMSE ZOMER
During this 2 day summer party, the best home-grown artists will perform at one of Amsterdam’s most iconic locations: the Olympic Stadium.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11-12 July
location Olympisch Stadion, Amsterdam website www.deamsterdamsezomer.nl
FACTS
capacity 25,000 type Outdoor
ticketer See Tickets
organisation 4PM Entertainment
NN NORTH SEA JAZZ FESTIVAL
Blues, Hiphop, Jazz edition 48
NN North Sea Jazz is the largest indoor music festival in the world, known globally as the event where the past, present and future of jazz are featured within three days. Next to a firm base of jazz many genres will pass by, such as blues, soul, funk, hip hop, world, pop and much more. Next to enjoying top names from around the world, visitors get the chance to discover new favorite artists.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11-13 July
location Ahoy, Rotterdam website www.northseajazz.com
FACTS
acts 150 capacity 90,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation North Sea Jazz email info@northseajazz.com
BOSPOP
Classic pop - rock festival in Weert (The Netherlands).
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11-13 July
location, Weert
website www.bospop.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Stichting Bospop Weert
email info@bospop.nl
Bart
90’S ON THE BEACH
Classic, Dance, House edition 10
The best music from 90’s and 00s! Famous DJs and bands will make sure you will hear the best music. Dance with your feet in the sand, sing along with the hits that fly by and watch the sunset while the warm summer evening fades into the night.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11 July
location Cattenbroekerplas, Woerden website www.90sonthebeach.nl
FACTS
capacity 6,500 type Outdoor
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation The Zoo Events email info@thezooevents.nl
ZOMERTOER HEERHUGOWAARD
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6 July
location Stadsplein, Heerhugowaard website www.zomertoerhhw.nl
organisation Stichting Zomertoer Heerhugowaard
Heemskerk
DE KASTEELTUIN CONCERTEN
Blues, Classic, Country, Jazz, Latin edition 23
In 2025, we will celebrate the 23nd edition of De Kasteeltuinconcerten. The event is free to attend. Put the eight Fridays from Friday, July 11 through Friday, August 29 in your calendar.
De Kasteeltuinconcerten is Helmond’s largest music event and have been around since 2000. Visitors can enjoy music on two stages on a beautiful summer evening in a relaxed atmosphere.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11 July-29 August
location De Kasteeltuin, Helmond website www.kasteeltuinconcerten.nl
FACTS
acts 16 capacity 15,000 type Outdoor
price Free
organisation Stichting Helmond City Events
email info@kasteeltuinconcerten.nl
booker Stichting Helmond City Events
booker email info@kasteeltuinconcerten.nl
BIG RIVERS FESTIVAL
Blues, Dance, Jazz, Pop, Rock edition 25
Big Rivers Festival is a big free event in the historic city center of Dordrecht. Very diverse music streams can be found on 14 stages. For 3 days you can immerse yourself in the coolest city center festival in the Netherlands! Big Rivers won the price for best public event of the Netherlands in 2024!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11-13 July
location 14 venues in the historic city centre, Dordrecht website www.bigrivers.nl
FACTS
acts 150 capacity 150,000 type Outdoor
price Free
organisation Stichting Big Rivers email info@bigrivers.nl
booker Team Bookers
booker email Aanmeldenbands@bigrivers.nl
De beste doeken voor de beste prijs!
Met de decor- en theaterdoeken van de Decordoeken Fabriek kleedt u uw theaterproductie, concert, tv- of filmstudio, beursstand of ander evenement op professionele wijze aan. Ook openbare instellingen als scholen, bioscopen en musea profiteren van ons ruime assortiment. Zo zijn onze decor- en theaterdoeken zeer geschikt voor het aankleden of afscheiden van ruimtes zoals klaslokalen, aula’s, gymzalen, bioscopen en musea.
Wij produceren en leveren stoffen, doeken en gordijnen van topkwaliteit. Er is ruim keuze in maten, vormen en soorten stoffen. Denk aan molton, velours, draad-, gaas-, netel- en zeildoek.
Hiervan maken wij onder meer backdrops, podiumdoeken, decordoeken, brandneteldoeken, sprinklerdoeken, draadgordijnen en gaasdoeken. Maar ook voor complete Pipe and Drape systemen bent u bij ons aan het juiste adres.
Decordoeken Fabriek
FESTIVAL HONGERIGE WOLF
Festival Hungry Wolf is a festival that offers young talented professional artists a stage in the field of music, dance, theatre, film, visual arts and literature in the Groningen village with the special name: Hungry Wolf (it’s no joke).
Music in the field, dance & theatre in flourishing gardens of residents, film in the forest etc! Come along and enjoy the hospitality of the residents, the exciting music, the inspiring art, the beautiful surroundings and the tranquility of the countryside!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11-13 July
location Hongerige Wolf, Finsterwolde website www.festivalhongerigewolf.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Organisatie Hongerige Wolf email info@festivalhongerigewolf.nl
AWAKENINGS SUMMER FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11-13 July
location Hilvarenbeek website www.awakenings.com
FACTS
type Outdoor email press@awakenings.nl
SUNBEATS FESTIVAL
Dance, House, Techno
SunBeats Festival is an annual dance event that take place on the beach of Paal17, Texel. On the second Saturday of July the beach will transform into SunBeats Festival. The location sets the stage for a unique experience. Multiple stages are setting the tone with international DJ’s, musicians and live entertainment. Experience the euphoria, get in the groove with your feet in the sand, and cherish the memories made under the sun at SunBeats Festival.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12 July
location Paal 17, Texel website www.sunbeats.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 2,500 type Outdoor ticketer CM.com
organisation MRK2 Events email info@sunbeats.nl
booker Giovanni Kriek booker email giovanni@mrk2events.nl
Emiel Hornman
VIERDAAGSEFEESTEN
Dance, Jazz, Latin, Pop, Rock
During 7 days, our event Vierdaagsefeesten offers the biggest and most vibrant party. Every year we present a program that attracts people to make over 1.6 million visits to the inner city of Nijmegen, the oldest city of the Netherlands. Our festival offers an amazing line-up of dance, rock, latin, pop, jazz, classical music, theatre and fine arts. Besides the music you’ll enjoy the markets, food trucks, specials and spectacular fireworks.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12-18 July
location Binnenstad, Nijmegen
website www.vierdaagsefeesten.nl
FACTS
acts 1000 capacity 1,625,000 type Indoor+Outdoor price Free ticketer Eventbrite
organisation Stichting Vierdaagsefeesten Nijmegen email info@vierdaagsefeesten.nl
BOOTHSTOCK
Dance, House, Minimal, Techno, Urban
Boothstock is the biggest dance festival in Rotterdam. We celebrate all kinds of electronic music at strikingly designed DJ booths hosten by (inter)national labels, mixed with crazy entertainment. The newest names in the scene back-to-back with living legends, in the legendary woods of Kralingen!
For highlights from previous editions, check our website, boothstock.com.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12 July
location Kralingse Bos, Rotterdam website www.boothstock.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor ticketer
organisation JMR Event Makers and Earth Concepts email info@jmr.nl
Marcel Krijgsman
ULTRASONIC FESTIVAL
Dance, Hardstyle, House, Urban
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12 July
location Recreatiegebied Maarsseveense plassen, Maarssen website www.ultrasonic.nl
FACTS
acts 100 capacity 15,000 type Outdoor
ticketer See Tickets
organisation Ultrasonic
DE BOESKOOL IS LÖS
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12-17 July
location City Centre, Oldenzaal website www.boeskoolislos.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
price Free
organisation Stichting ‘n Boeskool is Lös
FUSE STREETROCK
Metal, Pop, Rock
What started with a few local bands on a farmer’s cart in the centre of Bakel, has evolved into a two-day rock festival for young and old. StreetRock is a low-threshold festival where bands create a party together with the people. Everybody can join this party, so entrance is free!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12-13 July
location Evenementen terrein, Bakel website www.streetrock.nl
FACTS
acts 11 capacity 5,000 type Outdoor
price Free
organisation Stichting Fuse StreetRock email info@streetrock.nl
JOLPOP
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12 July
location Lelystad
type Outdoor
Marcel
van Gerwen
MONTMARTRE SELLINGEN
VALKHOF FESTIVAL
Probably the best free festival in the world for music lovers and those who seek to discover tomorrow’s most exciting artists, Valkhof Festival offers a full week of live acts on seven stages in the lush and green surroundings of The Netherlands’ most historically significant urban park!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12-18 July
location Valkhofpark, Nijmegen website www.valkhoffestival.nl
Every year on the 2nd Saturday of July, the Montmartre Sellingen festival is organized in the heart of Sellingen. Around 100 artists display their works around the centuries-old church. This way everyone can get acquainted with the different art styles, materials and techniques in an accessible way. The festival site is fully decorated in a French atmosphere. Experience a pleasant day with terraces, demonstrations, workshops and music.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12 July
location Torenstraat, Sellingen website www.montmartresellingen.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor price Free
organisation Montmartre Sellingen email info@montmartresellingen.nl
FACTS
acts 150 type Outdoor price Free
organisation Stichting Popfestivals Nijmegen email info@valkhoffestival.nl
MATRIXX AT THE PARK
Dance, Hardstyle, Urban
During the Vierdaagse the Hunnerpark in Nijmegen is the decor of 7 days of total madness! Visitors can enjoy the best dance, urban and harder styles music FOR FREE, go crazy and party their asses of one week long!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13-19 July
location Hunnerpark, Nijmegen website www.matrixx.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor price Free
organisation Matrixx
MATRIXX LIVE AAN DE KADE
Nederlandstalig, Pop
RADE AAN DE KADE
The Waalkade is the craziest party square of Nijmegen during the Vierdaagse. With all guilty pleasures you can imagine, played by the best Party DJ’s, and a live performance of leading Dutch artists every day (7 days long), the Waalkade is the place to be during this week! Entrance is free!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13-19 July
location Waalkade, Nijmegen
website www.matrixx.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
price Free
organisation Matrixx -
During the Vierdaagse a spin of the wheel decides which genre is played by the DJ’s at the Waalkade! From 90’s to rock and from guilty pleasures to Dutch music, Rade aan de Kade is fun for young and old! After 7 days the bricks of the Waalkade definitely need to be replaced!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13-19 July
location Waalkade, Nijmegen website www.matrixx.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Matrixx
email info@matrixx.nl
ZWARTE CROSS
The Zwarte Cross is a festival with a bizarre mix of motocross, music, stunts, theater, humor and a lot of craziness and spectacle. The combination of these seemingly different worlds makes for a unique celebration worldwide!
ZWARTE CROSS
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 17-20 July
location Terrein De Schans, Lichtenvoorde website www.zwartecross.nl
FACTS
capacity 265,500 type Outdoor
organisation Alles Komt Goed BV email info@feestfabriek.nl
GEORGIE’S WUNDERGARTEN
Dance, Experimental, House, Techno, World
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18-19 July
location Ruigoord, Amsterdam
website www.georgies.nl
FACTS
capacity 5,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Chasing the Hihat email info@chasingthehihat.nl
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EENDRACHT FESTIVAL XIV
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 17 July
location Eendrachtsplein, Rotterdam website www.eendrachtfestival.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Eendrachtfestival -
WALHALLA ZOMERFEESTEN
Pop, Rock
Walhalla Zomerfeesten is a small-scale but very cozy and unique festival taking place on July 18, 19, and 20, 2025, in Deurne, North Brabant. It is held in a unique location near the castle ruins, creating a natural and special atmosphere. Organized entirely by volunteers, the festival offers a diverse lineup, featuring both nationally recognized bands and talented regional acts, catering to a varied audience.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18-20 July
location Kasteelplein, Deurne website www.whzf.nl
edition 14
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 3,000 type Outdoor
organisation Stichting Zomerfeesten Deurne email info@whzf.nl
booker Sjoerd Thomassen
booker email programmering@whzf.nl
Kirsten van Santen
Josanne van der Heijden Fotografie
CITY OF DANCE
Dance
Once every year, at a magical place in a colourful jungle of music & lights City of Dance festival takes place, and thousands of fortunate people have the privilege to create wonderful memories.
You can spend 2 days and nights partying with your friends together with the hottest internationel and local artists in a breathtaking setting City of Dance features over 200 performances in 2 days. Spread over 8 stages,
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18-19 July
location Evenemententerrein Oude Veerseweg, Middelburg website www.cityofdancefestival.nl
FACTS
acts 200 capacity 15,000 type Outdoor price 30.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer See Tickets
organisation Stichting Streetparade Middelburg email office@you-dance.nl
booker Martin Priem booker email office@you-dance.nl
HALTPOP
Haltpop is a two-day punk/rock/metal/ska festival with two stages near the trainstation of the Zaanse Schans. The line-up consists of a combination of local/regional and (inter)national bands.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 19-20 July
location Topsportcentrum De Koog, Koog aan de Zaan website www.haltpop.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Stichting Haltpop email info@haltpop.nl
RASTAPLAS
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18-19 July
location Noord AA strand, Zoetermeer website www.rastaplasfestival.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Stichting Rastaplas
DOMINATOR FESTIVAL
Hardcore, Hardstyle
Dominator is THE hardcore gathering in the world. Dominator welcomes over 50.000 visitors every year, making it the biggest outdoor hardcore gathering in the world. With over 200 performing artists, divided over 2 days and 12 stages , it’s a must-visit for hardcore heads. Its unique location provides the perfect backdrop for a weekend filled with breathtaking stages, outstanding performances from the biggest artists out there and the finest hardcore sound. It’s the ultimate hardcore weekend.
DOMINATOR FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18-20 July
location E3 Strand, Eersel website www.dominatorfestival.com
FACTS
acts 200 capacity 50,000 type Outdoor
organisation Art of Dance & Q-Dance email info@dominatorfestival.com
BREDA IN CONCERT
Breda in Concert is the Dutch-language music festival of West Brabant. Previous editions we had performances by Snollebollekes, Jan Smit, Nick & Simon, Marianne Weber, Nielson, Wolter Kroes, Sieneke, John West, Gers Pardoelen, Django Wagner and many other big stars. The very wide range of artists, who will be present again in 2025, ensures our visitors a day they will not soon forget. All the well-known sing-alongs will come along and we will shake Breda to its foundations!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 19 July
location Chasseveld, Breda website www.bredainconcert.com
FACTS
organisation Breda in Concert email info@bredainconcert.com
METZ
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 19 July
location Breezze Festival Terrein, Brielle website www.footclub.nl
FACTS
type Indoor
organisation Footclub Events
ZOMERPODIUM HEEMSKERK
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 20 July
location Heemskerk website www.zomerpodiumheemskerk.com
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Stichting Zomerpodium Heemskerk email zomerpodiumheemskerk@gmail.com
THEATERFESTIVAL DE PARADE
The Parade offers over 80 different theatre, music, and dance performances for all ages. Most of the shows are made especially for the festival and can only be seen at the Parade. The performances last about 30 minutes, which means you can visit 2, 3 or even 4 on an evening. The Parade also has an extensive programme for children, the KinderParade, and offers free live-bands in the evening.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25 July-10 August location, Amsterdam website www.deparade.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor ticketer ActiveTickets
organisation De Parade B.V. email info@mobilearts.nl
STRAATTHEATERFESTIVAL
C’EST LA VIE
C’est la Vie is a a street theater festival, which is supplemented by a large market and fair. The festival starts at 10.00 am with the market / fair, from 13.00 the street theater is bursting. All kinds of different street theater through the streets of the center of Emmen. There is a lot of attention for interaction with the public and activities for the children. After 5 pm you can keep amusing yourself with the various live bands.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 20 July
location City centre, Emmen website www.cestlavie-emmen.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Stichting C’est la Vie email info@cestlavie-emmen.nl -
C’EST LA VIE
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 20 July
location Straattheater, Emmen website www.cestlavie-emmen.nl
organisation Stichting C’est La Vie email info@cestlavie-emmen.nl
TAPT FESTIVAL HAARLEM
Dance, Jazz, Pop, Reggae edition 8
TAPT Festival is originally a beer festival new style. This definitely does not covers the concept these days. In fact, TAPT Festival is not a beer festival, but a festival with lots of beer, a wine bar, cocktails and good food. You play games, relax and dance, which always ends in a big party at the end! That in a cosy set-up makes TAPT Festival a very relaxed festival and very accessible. In short, the drinks festival of the Netherlands. That is what TAPT Festival is!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25-26 July
location Burgemeester Reinaldapark, Haarlem website www.taptfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 2,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation DFRNT B.V. email info@taptfestival.nl
booker Nick de Vree booker email nick@dfrnt.nl
VERKNIPT ARENA
Verknipt ArenA 2025! Hosting the second edition of the World’s biggest hard techno rave in the Johan Cruijf ArenA, Amsterdam. With room for 40,000 ravers and endless space to showcase our passion for hard music. Get ready for our most monumental event of Verknipt to date!
VERKNIPT ARENA
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 19-20 July
location Johan Cruijf ArenA, Amsterdam website www.verknipt.org/arena
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 40,000 type Indoor ticketer
organisation Verknipt email info@verknipt.org
booker Verknipt
booker email info@verknipt.org
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Jesse Wensing
WEITJEROCK
Dance, Rock edition 11
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25-26 July
location Festivalweide, IJzendijke website www.weitjerock.com
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 5,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Stichting WeitjeRock email festival@weitjerock.com
booker Peter van Hanegem booker email peter@weitjerock.comKarma Fotografie
VEENHOOP FESTIVAL
Folk, Metal, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock
By far the oldest festival in Holland with more than 65 editions and counting. The festival mainly is Rock oriented and had artists on the billing like: Europe, Guano Apes, Within Temptation, Joe Cocker, Meat Loaf, Status Quo, Megadeth, and more. This 4 day event has a campsite which is sitting next to the beautiful waters of Friesland. Last year The Dropkick Murphys headlined the festival creating an earthquake in the small village of De Veenhoop.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25-28 July
location Festivalsite Eijzengapaed, De Veenhoop website www.veenhoopfestival.frl
FACTS
acts 30 capacity 6,000 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer
organisation Stichting Dorpsfeesten de Veenhoop / TourProductions email info@veenhoopfestival.frl
booker Johan Koster
booker email johan@tourproductions.nl
NJO: MUZIEKZOMER GELDERLAND
Classic, Jazz, Latin, Minimal, Singer-Songwriter
edition 24
Perfect summer festival vibes with classical music. The best Dutch young professionals and top talents present beautiful programs in castles, palaces, parks and theaters across Gelderland. Be blown away by big orchestras or lulled by chamber music. Family performances and musical theatre all found in the programme.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25 July-10 August
location In tents, castles, parks, palaces, dozens of venues in the province, Gelderland website www.muziekzomer.nl
FACTS
acts 75 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Nationale Jeugdorkesten Nederland email info@njon.nl
LIQUICITY FESTIVAL
Dance
Liquicity will transform the beautiful Geestmerambacht into the Galaxy of Dreams. Celebrate Drum & Bass music with people from all over the world.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25-27 July
location Geestmerambacht, Oudkarspel website festival.liquicity.com
FACTS
type Outdoor ticketer See Tickets organisation Liquicity email office@liquicity.com
HARDCLASSICS
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 July
location De Ven, Spaarnwoude website www.hardclassicsfestival.com
FACTS
type Outdoor organisation Free2Party BV email info@free2party.com
ROTTERDAM UNLIMITED ZOMERCARANAVAL
Rotterdam Unlimited is one of the biggest free street festivals in the hottest city of Europe, Rotterdam! It’s a 5-day festival, complete with lots of music, poetry, literature, street acts, Summer Carnival and food & drinks. Don’t miss the awesome days of sun, warmth and cultural tradition in Rotterdam.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25-26 July location Rotterdam website www.rotterdamunlimited.com
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation DUCOS Productions email info@ducos.com -
Joni
Israeli
TIME TO PARTY!
Not only will the EB Live Festival Guide celebrate its 15th anniversary in 2025, but a large number of festivals will also mark 15 years of existence next year. We’re highlighting Stereo Sunday and Breda Live, both of which have been featured in every edition of the EB Live Festival Guide and will be hosting their special anniversary editions in 2025.
Stereo Sunday
Stereo Sunday emerged in 2009 from the small niche festival FreeFunk. The name might be a bit misleading — anyone arriving at the entrance on Sunday will see the stage parts being dismantled. Festival sta member Enzo Venezia explains, “Initially, Stereo Sunday took place on both Saturday and Sunday. Five years ago, we swapped Sunday for Friday because it turned out to be di cult to attract visitors on Sundays.”
It’s quite remarkable that Stereo Sunday grew to attract 12,000 visitors per day, especially considering that 85% of the sta , from organizers to stage builders, are volunteers. Some even take two weeks o from their regular jobs to help out.
One of the festival’s key success factors is its clever programming. Venezia says, “In the early years, programming was handled by Samir Ait Moh from the DJ collective Moksi. He knew the scene so well that he managed to book artists like Hardwell (2010) and Yellow Claw (2017) before their big breakouts.”
Nowadays, it’s less about the artists and more about the overall experience that draws visitors. “Many big names on our line-up perform somewhere every week, so the focus is now on the festival’s entire atmosphere. The entire site is immersed in a theme, from the stages to the bars.”
Location: Julianapark, Venlo
Date: July 4-5, 2025
Capacity: 25,000 visitors
Genres: House, (hard) techno, and hardstyle
Tickets: €32.50 - €52.50
Fun fact: During the 2020 COVID year, the Stereo Sunday Home Festival was organized as an alternative. This digital edition attracted viewers from all over the world — even as far as Mexico.
The line-up has also evolved to match public tastes. Stereo Sunday now features a stage dedicated to hard techno. Venezia notes, “Our goal for the next 15 years is not necessarily to grow bigger. Instead, we want to build long-term loyalty with our visitors.”
Breda Live
Combining totally di erent music genres on a single stage has been the vision of Breda Live from the very beginning.
“With Breda Live, we wanted to create an a ordable festival for a broad audience,” says co-founder Dirk Malschaert.
What started in 2009 as a one-day festival with 9,000 visitors has grown into a two-day tradition, now hosting 15,000 attendees per day. Big names like Chef’Special, Junkie XL, and Breda-born DJ Hardwell have all graced its stage.
The daring line-up of the first edition turned out to be a massive success. Malschaert recalls, “We had Jan Smit, Racoon, and DJ Tiësto as headliners. It’s hard to imagine bigger contrasts, but somehow Tiësto fans suddenly found Jan Smit cool — and vice versa.” And it wasn’t just the audience that was impressed. “Jan Smit found it so special that he even asked if he could take a festival poster home.”
Dirk Malschaert has been organizing Breda Live from the start, together with his partners Maarten Stok and Magchiel Koekkoek. Their success lies in transparency and clear agreements, which have kept the trio together despite challenges.
One such challenge came after the COVID years, when a surge in events created a shortage of sta and equipment. “Prices rose by up to 40%. For an accessible festival like Breda Live, that’s tough. Thankfully, things have stabilized in recent years, and I hope it stays that way.”
Malschaert envisions Breda Live as a festival ‘for and by the city’ over the next 15 years — a place where people can experience Breda’s authentic nightlife.
“It’s no coincidence that we use ‘Welcome home!’ as one of our slogans!”
Location: Chasséveld, Breda
Date: July 4-5, 2025
Capacity: 30,000 visitors
Genres: Dutch pop, dance, pop, and more
Tickets: Approx. €40 - €90
Fun fact: In 2010, Junkie XL’s performance had to be canceled due to severe weather. But the visitors didn’t let that ruin the party — they continued the celebration in the parking garages instead.
ORBIT
House, Techno
A stone’s throw away from the city of Utrecht you’ll find Fort vechten; a monumental 19th-century fort once used in a line of defense. A remarkable place, which is a discovery within itself. Orbit encourages discovery of the venue, known and unknown artists and each other. Joining forces with several local partners, Orbit withholds a full programme of art and electronic music.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 July
location Fort Vechten, Bunnik website www.orbitfestival.nl
capacity 5,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Elevation Events email info@elevation-events.com
PRIDE AMSTERDAM
Everyone has the right to be who you are and to love who you want. Pride is a nine-day (LGBTI) festival, a great party and at the same time an impressive plea for the emancipation of LGBTIs. Pride Amsterdam offers – with its partners – a range of events in the field of debate, art, theater, film, (dance) parties and sports. The highlight is the famous Canal Parade.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 July-3 August
location City centre, Amsterdam website www.pride.amsterdam
type Indoor+Outdoor price Free
organisation Stichting Pride Amsterdam email info@pride.amsterdam
COMPLEX FESTIVAL
Dance, Hardstyle, Hard techno, House, Trance edition 4
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26-27 July
location Geusseltpark, Maastricht website www.complexfestival.com
FACTS
acts 70 capacity 20,000 type Outdoor
price 55.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer See Tickets
organisation De Festival BV email info@complexmaastricht.nl
TOTAALFESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 29 July-3 August
location Festivalterrain Egyptische Poort, Bladel website www.totaalfestival.nl
FACTS
organisation Stichting Brood en Spelen Bladel
email maud@totaalfestival.nl
UIT JE BAK! FESTIVAL
Rock edition 16
Uit Je Bak is a free festival for all ages. Our program is for kids, we have music and theater, food trucks and more. Enjoy upcoming bands before they become famous and enjoy the intimate atmosphere in the park.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27 July
location Willem de Rijkepark, Castricum website www.uitjebak.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 5,000 type Outdoor price Free
organisation Stichting Uit Je Bak email info@uitjebak.nl
booker Aileen Surendonk
booker email info@uitjebak.nl
BRIELLE BLUES FESTIVAL
Blues edition 33
‘Brielle Blues’ The last Sunday of July Sunday 27th July 2025. Free Blues music and more on three stages with in addition at changing locations of the walking routes an offer of ‘acoustic one man bands’ in the historical old town of Brielle,.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27 July
location Historic city center Brielle, Voorne aan Zee website www.brielleblues.nl
FACTS
acts 16 capacity 10,000 type Outdoor price Free
organisation Stichting Brielse Bluesdag email info@brielleblues.nl
booker Stichting Brielse Bluesdag booker email Info@brielleblues.nl
CASTLEFEST
Experimental, Folk, Literature, Rock, World edition 20
Imagine yourself in a completely different world at Castlefest, the Fantasy festival of the Netherlands. A fest for young and old, where, as soon as you enter the gates, you find yourself in the Other World. Castlefest is a total experience with lots of music, fantasy writers, themed catering, medieval crafts and a large market which offers everything a fantasy fan is looking for.
Castlefest characterizes itself by a unique ambiance, an experience not to be missed.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 31 July-3 August
location Landgoed Keukenhof, Lisse website www.castlefest.nl
FACTS
acts 30 capacity 50,000 type Outdoor price 41.00 EUR avg. day ticketer See Tickets
organisation Vana Events email info@vana-events.nl
DICKY WOODSTOCK FESTIVAL
Dance, Hardstyle, Metal, Pop, Rock
Festival with al types of genres, varying from mainstream popmusic to metal, five areas in the beautiful vicinity of Steenwijkerwold. Over the years the festival grew into an event to be reckoned with, it has big headliners on the billing both domestic and non domestic. With roots going back as far as 1989 it can be considered a tradition for visitors to go to and have fun enjoying music, a few drinksand good food around the summer holiday.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 31 July-2 August
location Festivalterrein Hesselingendijk 1, Steenwijkerwold website www.dickywoodstock.com
FACTS
acts 75 capacity 15,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation St Dicky Woodstock Festival / Henk Kranendonk email info@dickywoodstock.com
booker Johan Koster & Henk Kranendonk
booker email johan@tourproductions.nl
Ruben
Meuwese
SOLAR WEEKEND
Hiphop, House, Pop, Techno, Urban
At Solar Weekend you can spend four days and nights partying along the hottest national and international artists’ music in a breathtaking setting! The festival is built up by over 800 creatives from different disciplines. With theatre, funny games, beautiful structures and - of course - music, there’s no chance to get bored at all. Musicwise, there’s House, Techno, Hiphop, Pop and live music. In short: Solar Weekend has it all.
SOLAR WEEKEND
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 31 July-3 August
location De Maasplassen, Roermond website www.solarweekend.com
FACTS
acts 300 capacity 32,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation This is Live email info@solarweekend.com
booker Bas Baetsen
booker email info@solarweekend.com
HAARLEM CULINAIR
The biggest plain air restaurant in august. 16 gastronomic participants will welcome you whit their delicious signature dishes. The beautiful historic location the Grote Markt (Big Square) is the perfect scenery for this festival. Come see, taste and enjoy Haarlem Culinair.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 31 July-3 August
location Grote Markt, Haarlem website www.haarlemculinair.nl
FACTS
capacity 50,000 type Outdoor price Free
organisation Haarlem leeft email info@henl.nl
SNEEKWEEK
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 1-7 August
location Sneek
website www.friesland.nl/nl/uitgelicht/sneekweek
organisation Gemeente Sudwest Fryslân
CRAZY SEXY COOL
Hiphop, House, Latin, Pop, Urban
I’t crazy, sexy and cool! Experience Urban, Techhouse, Pop & Afrobeats at the most colourful festival of Rotterdam.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 2 August
location Zuiderpark, Rotterdam website www.crazysexycoolfestival.nl
FACTS
capacity 15,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation The Zoo Events/ TRW Events email info@thezooevents.nl
booker Wesley Schless booker email wesley@trwevents.com
BEATZ & BANDZ SUMMERFESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 1-3 August
location Rijhal Hoogveld, Lottum website www.beatzandbandz.nl
organisation OJC Canix
SMASHED POTATOES
FESTIVAL
Dance, Hardcore, Hardstyle
Forever Young! The freestyle and classics machine has been turned on in the south of the Netherlands. In the middle of Limburg we are going to write history and fans of the harder styles of music and classics will be served.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 2 August
location Billybird Park, Drakenrijk, Reuver website www.smashedpotatoes.nl
FACTS
acts 30 capacity 8,000 type Outdoor ticketer See Tickets organisation Festival Xperience email info@festivalxperience.com booker Patrick Laheije booker email patrick@festivalxperience.com
HET LANDJUWEEL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7-10 August
location Ruigoord Culturele Vrijhaven, Amsterdam website www.ruigoord.nl
ticketer organisation Stichting Landjuweel
SPIKKER COUNTRY & WESTERNFESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 1-3 August
location Zevenaar website www.muziekstadzevenaar.nl
price Free
LEKKER SNEEK
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 2-10 August
location Centrum Sneek website www.sneek.nl/nl organisation Stichting Uit in Sneek
HORIZONTOER
Horizontoer is a sailing music and theatre festival, With a float of authentic sail ships full of musical and theatrical talents we set sail from Harlingen and engulf Terschelling and Ameland. For 6 full days the Wadden islands are a stage for the established and upcoming musical and theatre talents that sail with the Horizontoer. As a festival guest you are part of this tour.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3-8 August
location Waddeneilanden website www.horizontoer.nl
type Indoor+Outdoor organisation Horizontoer email info@horizontoer.nl
FLEVOLAND ZOMERFESTIVAL: FESTIVAL VIA MUSICA
Classic edition 18
Festival Via Musica is a cultural, musical journey through time and space. In 2025 you can enjoy four days with classical music, movie and poetry, inspired by The New World. The festival gives connections and an overview of 400 years of music. The festival presents first class musicians, performing music from Middle Ages up untill 20th century.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7-10 August
location Flevoland, Lelystad, Almere, Dronten, Emmeloord, Zeewolde, Urk
website www.festivalviamusica.nl
FACTS
acts 17 capacity 2,500 type Indoor
price 25.00 EUR avg. day
organisation Stichting Internationaal Zomerfestival Flevoland email info@festivalviamusica.nl
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THEATERFESTIVAL BOULEVARD
edition 41
Thursday 7 to Sunday 17 August 2025, Theaterfestival Boulevard presents theatre, dance, music (theatre), and art forms that do not seem to fit in a box. Remarkable and current work from within and outside Europe, for a large and curious audience. For the first-timer and the enthusiast, for the art professional, and for the family going for a day out. For every taste. For every income. At the lively heart of the festival, on the stages, or at unique locations in and around ‘s-Hertogenbosch.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7-17 August location de Parade, ‘s-Hertogenbosch website www.festivalboulevard.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Stichting Theaterfestival Boulevard email info@festivalboulevard.nl
MEERPAALDAGEN
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7-10 August
location Dronten website www.meerpaaldagen.nl
organisation Stichting ProDronten
ZOMERPARKFEEST
Zomerparkfeest is a festival with a lot of music, dance, theater, performances and other cultural output.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7-10 August
location Julianapark, Venlo website www.zomerparkfeest.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor price Free
organisation Stichting Zomerparkfeest Venlo email timbreur@zomerparkfeest.nl
Pam van den Broek
PARADIGM FESTIVAL
Wander into our world of wonder. Immerse yourself in the experience. Be kind to one another, let the good vibes flow and feel free to create your own myth.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 9-10 August
location Groningen
website www.paradigmfestival.com
FACTS
ticketer
organisation Paradigm050 email info@paradigm050.com
NIRWANA TUINFEEST
Pop, Rock
Nirwana Tuinfeest is a small alternative festival. This festival is organised by volunteers only and because of that the atmosphere and charm are praised.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 8-10 August
location festivalterrein Nirwana, Lierop website www.nirwanatuinfeest.nl
FACTS
acts 32 capacity 5,000 type Outdoor
ticketer Ticketcrew
organisation Stichting Evenementen Nirwana
email info@nirwanatuinfeest.nl
booker Mark van Horik
booker email info@nirwanatuinfeest.nl
BURGHSE DAG
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 9 August
location Centrum, Burgh Haamstede website www.burghsedag.nl
organisation Stichting Burghse Dag
ZANDSTOCK FESTIVAL
Dance, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter, World
edition 27
During three-day festival Zandstock, the village of ‘t Zand is all about music! Zandstock means a relaxed ambience, great music and affordable drinks and offers up to two stages with music varying from dance to pop, rock and alternative.
Need to relax after an intense performance of your favourite band? Take a seat at the festival’s central area and enjoy all kinds of snacks, or just hang back and chill!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 8-10 August
location Zandstock Terrein, T Zand Nh website www.zandstock.nl
FACTS
acts 38 capacity 7,500 type Outdoor
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Stichting Zandstock email rick.bellis@zandstock.nl
booker Jitse Dekker booker email jitse@zandstock.nl
SHANGRI-LA FESTIVAL
2025
Hardcore edition 3
Shangri-La Festival is an outdoor event with 3 stages. The main stage features early hardcore, the second stage showcases early frenchcore, and the third stage is dedicated to early terror.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 9 August
location Zegerplas, Alphen a/d Rijn website www.teamgabber.nl/shangri-la
FACTS
acts 30 capacity 5,000 type Outdoor ticketer Link2ticket
organisation Team Gabber Events email info@teamgabber.nl
booker Daan de Bruijn booker email daan@teamgabber.nl
GEHEIME LIEFDE: TUINEN VAN GELUK
House, Techno edition 2
A magic Geheime Liefde spin-off, in the middle of an enchanted, colourful garden... Three intimate & cozy stages are the setting of the summery and electronic techno, house & disco basses. “Try your luck” during Geheime Liefde: Tuinen van Geluk.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 9 August
location De Middengaarde, Nieuwegein website www.tuinenvangeluk.nl
FACTS
capacity 4,000 type Outdoor
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation The Zoo Events email info@thezooevents.nl
POLDERPOP
Blues, Rock, Singer-Songwriter
Smalltown festival where you can discover music-acts before they play on the mayor stages and festivals. Look, listen and discover.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 9-10 August
location Lieskes Wengs, Leuth website www.polderpop.com
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 800 type Outdoor
price Free
organisation PolderPop / Stichting Kakatoe Leuth email info@polderpop.com
booker Pieter Derks booker email info@polderpop.com
PYRO
(foto: PolderPop)
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Evenementenbeurs
Veelzijdig & bruisend Festivak!
Festivak is een geweldige inspiratiebron voor onder andere:
• Organisatoren van elk type evenement
• Vertegenwoordigers van publieke organisaties en gemeentelijke instellingen
• Horeca- leisure- & accommodatie exploitanten
• Sportservicebureaus
• Marketing & Communicatieprofessionals
DANCE VALLEY
Dance, Hardstyle, House, Techno
edition 30
Dance Valley was the first festival in the world to bring dance music from the darkness of night into the light of a daytime event. Ever since that first edition in 1995, Dance Valley represents the bustling scene by hosting multiple areas with each their own sound and subgenre.
Combined with its world-renowned stage designs and eclectic entertainment, Dance Valley always gives its visitors an epic and unforgettable experience.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 9 August
location Velsen Zuid website www.dancevalley.com
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer See Tickets
organisation Allin Promotions
email info@dancevalley.nl
GROTE BEEK POP
Blues, Comedy, Country, Pop, Rock edition 13
Gratis alcoholvrij festival op landgoed de grote beek.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10 August
location landgoed de Grote Beek, Eindhoven website www.grotebeekpop.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 5,000 type Outdoor
price Free
organisation GGzE email clement.giesen@ggze.nl
booker Clement Giesen booker email Clement.giesen@ggze.nl
ZIN IN DE ZOMER FEST
Hiphop, Nederlandstalig, Pop edition 2
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10 August
location Spaarnwoude Recreational Area, Velsen Zuid website www.zidzfest.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation ZIDZ Fest email info@zidzfest.nl
NOORDERZON
edition 35
Noorderzon Festival of Performing Arts & Society is the somewhat curious combination of a cutting-edge international art festival and a large-scale summer fest for 135,000 visitors. The heart of the festival is the idyllic Noorderplantsoen (a city park) where, for eleven summer days, a freely accessible festival village appears almost out of nowhere to provide a setting for theatre, dance, music, literature and visual art in combination with eating, drinking and social encounters.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14-20 August
location Noorderplantsoen, Groningen website www.noorderzon.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer ActiveTickets
organisation Stichting Noorderzon Groningen email info@noorderzon.nl
Niels Knelis Meijer
LOVELAND FESTIVAL
House, Techno edition 30
Loveland Festival returns in 2025!
Join us on the dance floor for another 2-day celebration of house and techno music at the beautiful Amsterdam Sloterpark.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 9-10 August
location Sloterpark, Amsterdam website www.loveland.nl/festival
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Loveland Festival BV email info@loveland.nl
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GRACELAND FESTIVAL
Reggae, Rock, Singer-Songwriter, Worship, World edition 11
Graceland Festival is a place where we meet each other and are travelling the road of life with ourselves, our neighbour, the world and, if you want to, with God. It’s a place where we love and reflect on ourselves and the world. We enjoy good art, music and are being renewed in our thinking.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14-17 August
location Scoutinglandgoed, Zeewolde website www.gracelandfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 90 capacity 3,000 type Outdoor price 45.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Graceland Festival email info@gracelandfestival.nl
booker Willem, Henrike en Elsa booker email info@gracelandfestival.nl
THEATERFESTIVAL DE PARADE UTRECHT
The Parade offers over 80 different theatre, music, and dance performances for all ages. Most of the shows are made especially for the festival and can only be seen at the Parade. The performances last about 30 minutes, which means you can visit 2, 3 or even 4 on an evening. The Parade also has an extensive programme for children, the KinderParade, and offers free live-bands in the evening.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 15-31 August
location Moreelsepark, Utrecht website www.deparade.nl
FACTS
acts 80 capacity 30,000 type Outdoor
ticketer ActiveTickets
organisation De Parade B.V. email info@mobilearts.nl
GULPENER BIERFEESTEN
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 15-17 August
location City centre, Gulpen website www.gulpenerbierfeesten.nl
organisation Stichting Gulpener Bierfeesten
FESTIVAL ZEELTJE ROCK
Metal, Rock edition 32
Rock Festival In Deest (Between Tiel and Nijmegen) 21 bands spread over three days, beautiful and cozy location.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 15-17 August
location Festival Terrein Zeeltje, Deest website www.zeeltjerock.nl
FACTS
acts 21 capacity 4,500 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer See Tickets
organisation stichting Rock On email info@festivalzeeltje.nl
HAARLEM JAZZ & MORE
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 15-16 August
location City centre, Haarlem website www.haarlemjazzandmore.nl
FACTS
organisation Stichting Haarlem Jazz & More email info@haarlemjazzandmore.nl
DYNAMO METALFEST
Metal, Rock edition 10
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 15-17 August
location IJssportcentrum, Eindhoven website www.dynamometalfest.nl
FACTS
capacity 11,000 type Outdoor
price 49.00 EUR avg. day ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Loud Noise email glenn@loudnoise.nl
booker Tjerk Maas
booker email t.maas@loudnoise.nl
STIFTFESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22-30 August
website www.stiftmusicfestival.nl email info@stiftmusicfestival.nl
GRACHTENFESTIVAL
Classic, Jazz, World edition 28
The Grachtenfestival is the biggest music festival in the Netherlands that focuses entirely on the presentation and development of young talent up to the age of 35 in classical music and jazz. Ten days of concerts at the most beautiful venues throughout Amsterdam.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 15-24 August
location Several venues, Amsterdam website www.grachtenfestival.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
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BEKKERVELDFESTIVAL
Dance, Pop
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22-24 August
location Park Bekkerveld, Heerlen website www.bekkerveldfestival.nl
capacity 2,000 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer
WE LOVE THE 90’S
Dance, Pop, World
World Artists will reunite in 2025 in a stunning “line up”, so you can expect a hit cavalcade with the best of 90s music heroes where nostalgia is at the centre. Welcome to a festival that brings memories to life! Join us at the biggest 90’s festival of the Netherlands @ Goffertpark Nijmegen.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 16 August
location Goffertpark, Nijmegen website www.welovethe90s.com
FACTS
acts 18 capacity 30,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation We Love The 90’s email info@welovethe90s.com
booker We Love The 90’s booker email info@welovethe90s.com
DECIBEL OUTDOOR
What started as a passion to gather the HARDER STYLES minded crowd in an outdoor event in 2002, grew to be a MASSIVE THREE-DAY FESTIVAL in the Netherlands. Decibel outdoor has become THE LOUDEST CITY ON EARTH, for those seeking the NEXT STEP in their craving for the Harder Styles. We’re all in it to LIVE LOUD. With a 72-HOUR CAMPSITE and various travel & stay options the ultimate festival DESTINATION of your SUMMER awaits.
DECIBEL OUTDOOR
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 15 August
location Beekse Bergen, Hilvarenbeek
website www.decibeloutdoor.com
FACTS
capacity 55,000 type Outdoor
ticketer See Tickets
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LATINVILLAGE FESTIVAL
Hiphop, House, Latin, Urban
LatinVillage Festival is back in 2025 for its 20th-anniversary edition! Get ready for a day filled with vibes that we know you will love. With music varying from house all the way to reggaeton, you are guaranteed to find a stage to your liking. 1 day, the best music, the best people, and the best vibes. Come to LatinVillage and experience the much-spoken-about festival for yourself this year!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 17 August
location Spaarnwoude Park, Velsen Zuid website www.latinvillage.nl
FACTS
acts 75 capacity 29,000 type Outdoor ticketer CM.com
organisation A Venue email info@a-venue.nl
PARCKPOP ILPENDAM
Blues, Classic, Folk, Hiphop, Nederlandstalig edition 34
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 17 August
location van Oorschotplantsoen, Ilpendam website www.parckpop.nl
FACTS
acts 16 capacity 500 type Outdoor
price Free
organisation Hans Dekker email info@wapenvanilpendam.nl
HUNTENPOP FESTIVAL
Blues, Dance, Hiphop, Pop, Rock edition 34
Huntenpop is a festival with various stages, tents and open air, situated in the country side. Presenting a wide style of music through international and national artists, as well as a focus on local talents.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22-23 August
location DRU Park, Ulft website www.huntenpop.nl
FACTS
acts 50 capacity 12,500 type Outdoor ticketer Eventgoose organisation Huntenpop email info@huntenpop.nl
A CAMPINGFLIGHT TO LOWLANDS PARADISE
Comedy, Dance, Hiphop, House, Literature edition 31
A Campingflight To Lowlands Paradise is exactly what it promises to be: a true backpacker’s Garden Of Eden and Holland’s most adventurous cultural outdoorevent, offering a cutting edge choice of only the best in alternative music, film, science, stand-up comedy, visual arts, literature and street theatre.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 15-17 August
location Evenemententerrein Walibi Holland, Biddinghuizen website www.lowlands.nl
FACTS
acts 250 capacity 65,000 type Outdoor ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Mojo Concerts email info@lowlands.nl
booker Mojo Concerts booker email info@lowlands.nl
WILNIS FESTIVAL
Four days feast for young and old with various activities
. During these days sports activities are organized, there is a fair while enjoying a bite, a drink and live music. On the festival ground in ‘Het Speelwoud’ there is a funfair, a party tent and a brown café for four days. In addition, there is a large terrace where food is also available. During the day you can visit the terrain free of charge, in the evening an entrance fee is levied. (This does not apply to the funfair).
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 20-23 August
location Speelwoud, Wilnis website www.wilnisfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 4 capacity 1,500 type Indoor+Outdoor price 18.00 EUR avg. day
organisation Wilnis Festival email feest@wilnisfestival.nl
JAZZ FESTIVAL DELFT
Jazz, Latin
The foundation Delft Jazz is a strong believer in the uniting force of music, and wants to promote Jazz Music in Delft and its surroundings. The Jazz Festival aims to program a wide variety of Jazz music in all its varieties. Next to mainstream Jazz there’s room for “new” sounds, and influences from other music styles, cultures and artforms.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21-24 August
location City centre, Delft website www.jazzfestivaldelft.nl
FACTS
acts 60 capacity 40,000 type Indoor+Outdoor price Free
organisation Stichting Delfts Jazz email info@jazzfestivaldelft.nl
WILD ROOSTER
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22-23 August
location Grote Markt, Den Haag website www.gmdh.nl
organisation Grote Markt Den Haag
Peter Bakker
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MYSTERYLAND
Dance, Hardstyle, House, Techno, Urban
Mysteryland is the ultimate ‘Trip Through Musical Dimensions’. As the world’s longest-running electronic dance festival, with 31 years of history, we showcase the finest in dance music. The event takes place on the beautiful Floriade grounds near Amsterdam. “Yesterday is history, today is a gift, tomorrow is a mystery” resonates with many, and each year we welcome over 130,000 festival-goers from more than 100 different countries.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22-24 August
location Voormalig Floriadeterrein, Haarlemmermeer website www.mysteryland.com
FACTS
capacity 130,000 type Outdoor organisation ID&T Group email info@mysteryland.com
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CULEMBORG BLUES
Culemborg Blues takes place in the historic city center of Culemborg. About 25 performances by (inter)national blues acts will take place on 6 stages, both indoors and outdoors. All kinds of Blues styles are offered and there is always room for new talent. It’s a free festival.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22-23 August
location Markt, Varkensmarkt, Tollenstraat, Everwijnstraat, Culemborg website www.culemborgblues.nl
FACTS
acts 25 capacity 12,000 type Indoor+Outdoor price Free
organisation Stichting Culemborg Blues email secretariaat@culemborgblues.nl
booker John van Empel
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GLEMMER BEACH FESTIVAL
Beach Festival Glemmer is considered the chillest in the region. 5 areas and although the festival is best known for pop music, there is also room for theater acts with a crazy twist, a silent disco and a dance area. After last years 10th anniversary more than 300 acts have been on the billing already, among others: UB40, Kensington, Level 42, Kraantje Pappie, Snelle, Marco Borsato, BLØF, etc.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22-24 August
location Beach, Lemmer website www.glemmerbeach.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Joy Events & More email productie@glemmerbeach.nl
WAAILAND OUTDOOR
Dance, Hardstyle, Nederlandstalig edition 6
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 23 August
location Brieltjenspolder, Made website www.waailand.com/outdoor
FACTS
acts 25 capacity 6,000 type Outdoor ticketer CM.com
organisation Sensation Events email info@sensation.events
booker Sensation Bookings booker email info@sensationbookings.nl
BRICKS & BITES
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 24 August
location Geleen
website www.mpfeesten.nl
organisation Stichting Marcellinus & Petrus Evenementen Geleen email info.marcellinusenpetrus@gmail.com
PAPERCLIP FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 23 August
location E3 Strand, Eersel website www.paperclipfestival.nl
FACTS
capacity 10,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Stichting Paperclip email info@paperclipfestival.nl
VALTIFEST
There are festivals and then there is VALTIFEST. This kaleidoscopic festival has taken place on the first Saturday of September since 2007 in Amsterdam. It provides the ideal platform for frenzied creativity, up-and-coming fashion talent and trendsetting music.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 23 August
location Amsterdam
website www.valtifest.nl
FACTS
email info@valtifest.nl
STADSHAGENFESTIVAL
Are you ready for a fun day for family & friends? Join in and enjoy yourself
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 23 August
location Twistvlietpark, Zwolle website www.stadshagentotaal.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
price Free
organisation Wijkstichting Stadshagen Totaal email info@stadshagentotaal.nl
STÖPPELHAENE
Stöppelhaene is a 5-day festival in the city Raalte.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27-31 August
location Raalte website www.stoppelhaene.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Stichting Stöppelhaene email stoppelveld@stoppelhaene.nl
ZOMERFEEST GORINCHEM
Dance, House, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock edition 42
Zomerfeest Gorinchem is a vibrant six-day festival held in the historic fortified city of Gorinchem, welcoming everyone from the surrounding region — young and old, people with disabilities, and those from all walks of life.
Through a diverse and high-quality program at the Groenmarkt, we bring people together and serve as a hub for additional community initiatives across the city.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26-31 August
location Groenmarkt, Gorinchem website www.zomerfeest.nl
FACTS
acts 25 capacity 5,250 type Outdoor ticketer Stager
organisation Stichting Zomerfeest Gorinchem email info@zomerfeest.nl
booker Mark Pellikaan
booker email mark@zomerfeest.nl
INTO THE GREAT WIDE OPEN
edition 15
Into The Great Wide Open is a festival on Vlieland. Music is central, but it is mainly the context that makes the festival unique. In the middle of nature on perhaps the most beautiful Wadden Island in the Netherlands. Surprising side programming, visual arts, film, challenging children’s activities and enough peace and space to enjoy it to the fullest.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 28-31 August
location Vlieland
website www.intothegreatwideopen.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer See Tickets
organisation Stichting Into The Great Wide Open
email info@intothegreatwideopen.nl
CULINESSE
Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock edition 13
CuliNESSE is an outdoor music & culinary festival, the biggest of its kind in Rotterdam. With 40.000+ visitors, a big line-up and fifteen different local restaurants that serve their best dishes, visitors can enjoy three days filled with music, food and fun. In August 2025 the 13th edition of CuliNESSE will be taking place. The festival welcomes all ages.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 28-30 August
location Kosboulevard, Rotterdam
website www.culinesse.nl
FACTS
acts 25 capacity 45,000 type Outdoor
price 35.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Vivre Productions email info@culinesse.nl
booker Robert Boevé
booker email Robert@culinesse.nl
Marleen Annema
Eus
Driessen Photography
24-UURS SOLEXRACE
FESTIVAL
Folk, Hardstyle, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock edition 17
Three days of party and spectacle in the woods of Heeswijk-Dinther. Dakar Trucks & Buggys, Solexes, Motorcycles, Cars, Trucks, bands, DJs and so much more
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 29-31 August
location Festivalterrein Stanserhorn, Heeswijk-Dinther website www.24uurssolexrace.nl
FACTS
acts 100 capacity 14,000 type Outdoor price 30.00 EUR avg. day ticketer
organisation st 24-uurs Solexrace email info@24uurssolexrace.nl
VLEGELDAG
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27 August
location Bennekom
website www.vlegeldag.nl
organisation Stichting Vlegeldag Bennekom
CULTURA NOVA
edition 34
Cultura Nova is an annual, ten-day international theater festival in Heerlen and the surrounding area. Since its first edition in 1991, the festival offers theatre, film, dance, music and visual arts, often in unusual locations, in collaboration with cultural and other partners.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 29 August-7 September
location Parkstad Limburg Theaters, Heerlen website www.cultura-nova.nl
FACTS
acts 200 capacity 10,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Cultura Nova email info@culturanova.nl
booker email Info@culturanova.nl
EB Live Feature
TIME TO PARTY!
Not only will the EB Live Festival Guide celebrate its 15th anniversary in 2025, but a large number of festivals will also mark 15 years of existence next year. We’re highlighting Stereo Sunday and Breda Live, both of which have been featured in every edition of the EB Live Festival Guide and will be hosting their special anniversary editions in 2025.
Freshtival Weekend
Freshtival Weekend transforms the recreational lake Het Rutbeek in Enschede into a massive celebration during Pentecost weekend. Festival sta member Rik van de Merwe shares the story of how the largest dance and pop festival in Eastern Netherlands came to be.
“Around 2003, we started organizing simple parties. There wasn’t much happening in Enschede at the time,” says Van de Merwe. Big names like Afrojack and Armin van Buuren made their way to Twente, ultimately leading to the launch of Freshtival in 2009.
To this day, Freshtival Weekend maintains complete in-house control, handling everything from production to bookings and catering. This handson approach allowed the event to evolve into a full camping weekend in 2017, featuring global superstars like Sean Paul and Jason Derulo. Unfortunately, the COVID-19 pandemic also left its mark on Enschede. “When the government gave the green light in January 2021, we had to build the festival at lightning speed,” says Van de Merwe. “We’ve never
organized a festival so quickly with all our partners, suppliers, and volunteers. That year, we broke our attendance record.”
For its 15th anniversary, Freshtival Weekend has some major surprises in store. At the same time, Van de Merwe looks ahead to the future. “Over the next 15 years, we aim to solidify the three-day total experience so that more people choose to stay for Friday and the camping experience.” How does Freshtival stay true to its original vision despite its growth? Van de Merwe explains, “We remain a down-to-earth organization that wants to create a festival for everyone. A place where you can escape everyday life for an entire weekend and leave feeling refreshed.”
Location: Recreational Lake Het Rutbeek, Enschede
Date: June 6-8, 2025
Capacity: 64,000 visitors
Genres: Dance, pop, hip-hop, and more
Tickets: € 59.50 to €102
Fun fact: In 2024, Joost Klein performed here for the first time since his disqualification from the Eurovision Song Contest. All eyes were on Enschede for an entire weekend.
VESTROCK
The fortified town of Hulst in Zeelandic Flanders has two claims to fame. Firstly, it’s featured in the medieval tale Van den vos Reynaerde, but more importantly, it is home to the annual VESTROCK festival.
On the island of Buitenvest, situated in the town’s medieval moat, 25,000 visitors gather over three days to enjoy pop, indie, hip-hop, and dance. Despite the numbers, the festival feels more intimate than crowded, according to festival manager Marcel Verhaar. “The atmosphere is just as important as the music. There has to be room for discovery.” This vision has remained unchanged since 2010, when a small group of friends founded the festival. Yet over the years, major acts like Limp Bizkit and The Prodigy have rocked the tiny island to its core.
VESTROCK has since expanded its o ering with VESTROCK UNIVERSITY, an educational program. Innovation and inclusivity have also become bigger priorities. For example, visually impaired visitors can navigate the festival grounds more easily thanks to NaviLens technology. However, VESTROCK faces the realities of a changing world. Despite all its sustainable e orts, rising costs have made it increasingly di cult to end the
festival with a positive financial balance. Nevertheless, Verhaar’s ambitions remain undiminished. In 2025, the third day of the festival, VESTROCK NEXTGEN, will be fully organized by young people. Verhaar also hopes to bring back performances in the Gothic Saint Willibrord Basilica and to make the festival even more inclusive and sustainable. One thing is certain: “VESTROCK is not a mega-festival, and it never will be. It’s about discovery, enjoyment, and feeling at home. So, here’s to the next 15 years!”
Location: Buitenvest, Hulst
Date: May 30 - June 1
Capacity: 25,000 visitors
Genres: Dance, pop, rock, hip-hop, and more
Tickets: €30 to €139
Fun fact: A beloved tradition at VESTROCK is the VESTCRUISES, where live performances take place for small groups of 20 people on a boat floating through the medieval moat.
ONDER DE RADAR FESTIVAL
House, Techno edition 7
Old aircraft bunkers, a traffic control tower, a landing strip, the legendary radar tower and a thick bass reverberating across the terrain… The ingredients of the most insane techno festival you can ever imagine: Onder De Radar Festival. Basic Grooves couldn’t think of a better location for a techno festival. On August 29 & 30 we’re back on the abandoned military airbase for Onder De Radar Festival with camping! We’re taking flight - don’t get left behind, save the date!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 29-30 August
location Military Airbase Twenthe, Enschede
website www.onderderadarfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 50 capacity 25,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
ticketer See Tickets
organisation Basic Grooves, Absolutely Fresh
email info@basicgrooves.nl
booker Bas Amro
booker email info@basicgrooves.nl
FESTIVAL STRAND
Classic, Dance, House, Pop, Rock
The ultimate start of your weekend during FeelGoodFriday and the biggest pop/rock stars on Saturday, Festival Strand is perhaps the best place to celebrate summer. Wander along the food boulevard and taste exquisite wines at the wine terrace. Enjoy the sun and the best music. Life’s good at the beach!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 29-30 August
location Haarrijnse Plas, Utrecht website www.festivalstrand.nl
FACTS
capacity 10,000 type Outdoor
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation The Zoo Events email info@thezooevents.nl
MEERLIVE FESTIVAL
Nederlandstalig, Pop
edition 24
24th edition of the Meerlive Festival in Hoofddorp.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 29-31 August
location Centrum, Hoofddorp website www.meerlive.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 6,000 type Outdoor price 17.50 EUR avg. day ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Meerlive Productions BV email info@meerlive.nl
booker M. Langeveld booker email martin.langeveld@meerlive.nl -
STRAND 90’S
The best dj’s and acts from the 90’s will take you on a trip down memorylane. Relive the greatest years of your life!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 29-30 August
location Haarrijnse Plas, Utrecht website www.festivalstrand.nl
FACTS
type Indoor
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Festifairs email info@thezooevents.nl
HIDDEN GARDEN
Techno
Hidden Garden is a Deephouse, Techhouse, Techno and Progressive festival in a wooded area. Hidden Garden is also known for it’s big afterparties every year, where you can party till 04:00 in the night.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 30 August
location Karpendonkse Plas, Eindhoven website www.hiddengarden.nl
FACTS
capacity 6,000 type Outdoor ticketer CM.com
organisation Minority Events email info@minorityevents.nl
BACK 2 THE 90S OUTDOOR
Groovepark - 90s Classics brings the delicious 90s & happy hardcore music back to the Leijpark. This new festival in Tilburg is a throwback to the 90s, but in a new look! We all love dancing, chopping and being free, just like back then, don’t we? From the classic eurodance to the legendary happy hardcore. This combined with a drink, the sun in the Leijpark and a wonderful crowd, Groovepark - 90s Classics will be iconic.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 30 August
location Leijpark, Tilburg
website www.back2the90s.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer
organisation Back 2 the 90’s email info@back2the90s.nl
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HET NEST FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 30 August
location Goffertpark, Nijmegen website www.festivalfans.nl/event/het-nest-festival email pieter-kuijpers@hotmail.com
‘UITGAST, EEN PALET VAN PARK EN KLANK’
Classic
Free festival of classical music of all times and more.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 30-31 August
location Natuurpark, Lelystad website www.uitgast.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 4,000 type Outdoor
price Free
organisation Stichting Uitgast
email stg.uitgast@outlook.com
GROUND ZERO
Ground Zero Festival is the hardest night festival of Europe. Each year, Bussloo (NL) recreational area is transformed into a world of darkness featuring the best hardcore, uptempo, frenchcore, terror, industrial and early all night long.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 30 August
location Wilp
website www.groundzerofestival.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation UDC Events -
OUTDOOR STEREO FESTIVAL
Dance, Hardcore, Hardstyle, Hiphop, Pop edition 17
The dance festival of Hoorn and surrounding areas! Outdoor Stereo will take place for the 17th time in 2025.
Together We Create Magic
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 30 August
location Julianapark, Hoorn website www.outdoorstereo.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor ticketer SimpleTicket
organisation Festivalweekend Hoorn email info@festivalweekendhoorn.nl
booker Wesley Schipper booker email wesley@festivalweekendhoorn.nl
DUIKBOOT FESTIVAL
House, Techno
Duikboot is a lakeside festival by and meant for the residents of Breda and surrounding cities. Genres of music at Duikboot range from energetic house to rousing techno, urban and disco. Apart from that, Duikboot focuses on carefully crafted decor and creative, surprising on-site activiteites. This makes Duikboot the perfect get-away for trendy festivallovers looking to catch up with old friends or meeting new ones.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 31 August
location Asterdplas, Breda website www.duikbootfestival.nl
FACTS
capacity 12,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Elevation Events / XXL Events email info@duikbootfestival.nl
BRABANTSEDAG
edition 66
Brabantsedag (Brabant Day) is the largest theatre parade of the Netherlands. At the last Sunday of August, events from the past will be relived in the streets of the village Heeze. Visit the 2.5-hour during parade and discover theatre, show, music, costumes, and wonderful floats.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 31 August
location City center, Heeze website www.brabantsedag.nl
FACTS
acts 15 capacity 40,000 type Outdoor price 13.50 EUR avg. day
organisation Stichting Brabantsedag email info@brabantsedag.nl
BOSJESFESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5-6 September
location Landgoed Zonnestraal, Hilversum website www.bosjesfestival.nl
organisation Stichting Bosjesfestival email info@bosjesfestival.nl
LIVE ON THE BEACH
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-7 September
location Scheveningen Strand, Den Haag website www.liveonthebeach.nl
FACTS
acts 16 capacity 30,000 type Outdoor ticketer Ticketmaster organisation Live Department email info@live-department.nl booker Arwin Touw booker email arwin@live-department.nl
EFFE NOAR GEFFE
Long ago, in 1976, something special happened in a small village, in between a national highway and a railway line. So special that it was still talked about years and years later. A wooden mill was rebuilt in that village. The whole village came out to celebrate the construction of this mill. No fewer than three days were set aside for that celebration. Effe noar Geffe was born…
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7 September
location Centrum, Geffen website www.effenoargeffe.nl
type Outdoor
organisation Secretariaat Effe noar Geffe
Paul Bergen
ADMIRALITEITSDAGEN
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-7 September
location City centre, Dokkum website www.admiraliteitsdagen.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Stichting Stadsmarketing Dokkum email info@admiraliteitsdagen.nl
UNDER THE MILKY WAY
Blues, Dance, House, Nederlandstalig, Rock edition 12
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5-6 September
location Surfclub Huissen, Huissen website www.underthemilkyway.nl
FACTS
capacity 5,000 type Outdoor
price 17.50 EUR avg. day
ticketer Ik Ben Aanwezig
organisation Stichting Under the Milky Way email info@underthemilkyway.nl
ZOMERPOP FESTIVAL
Dance, Hiphop, Pop, Rock, Urban edition 34
Zomerpop is a 2 day music festival in Noord-Holland with a wide variety of (inter) national pop, rock, alternative, dance, hiphop, punkrock, techno, comedian acts on five different stages. The festival is held in the first weekend of September since 1990.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5-6 September
location Recreatieterrein de Weijver, Hoogwoud website www.zomerpop.nl
FACTS
acts 52 capacity 7,500 type Outdoor
organisation Stichting Zomerpop Opmeer email info@zomerpop.nl
booker Wouter Maas
booker email wouter@zomerpop.nl
BUNKERPOP
Experimental, Hardcore, Metal, Pop, Rock edition 42
Bunkerpop is a alternative underground festival in Landgraaf, Zuid-Limburg, The Netherlands. With different genres of music it houses a lot of local and international bands.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5-6 September
location Oefenbunker, Landgraaf website www.oefenbunker.com
FACTS
acts 24 capacity 1,000
ticketer Stager organisation Stg. Oefenbunker Live email info@oefenbunker.com booker Oefenbunker booker email info@oefenbunker.com
MISTY FIELDS
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5-7 September
location De Groote Peel, Heusden website www.mistyfields.com
type Outdoor
WERELDHAVENDAGEN
The World Port Days (Wereldhavendagen) is a large, annual maritime event in Rotterdam to familiarize visitors with the port and to create a positive attitude towards the port and its surrounding maritime city. You can get a glimpse behind the scenes of the Port and Industrial area. Activities range from ship tours, naval activities, demonstrations, seminars, excursions, exhibitions, music and much more.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5-7 September
location Rotterdam website www.wereldhavendagen.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor organisation Stichting Wereldhavenfestival email info@wereldhavendagen.nl
type Outdoor organisation Stichting Misty Fields
Picture by Sascha Teschner
ZINO CLASSIXS OUTDOOR 2025
Dance, House, Trance
We are still enjoying the last edition. On Saturday September 6, 2025 we will be back with Zino Classixs Outdoor! Make sure you are on time with buying your tickets. The last editions there were a lot of people who were unfortunately too late. So tell your fellow Classixs friends and make sure you are there on time!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6 September
location Landsard Beach, Eindhoven website www.zinoclassixsoutdoor.nl
FACTS
capacity 7,000 type Outdoor
price 49.50 EUR avg. day ticketer CM.com
organisation Minority Events email info@minorityevents.nl
FESTIVAL DE OVERSTEEK
Literature
Arts festival de Oversteek presents dance, theater, music and visual arts at characteristic and evocative (green) locations along the Waal in Nijmegen North.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-7 September
location Nijmegen Noord / Lent / Bemmel website www.festivaldeoversteek.nl
FACTS
acts 50 capacity 1,500 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer Ik Ben Aanwezig
organisation Stichting Festival De Oversteek email Bbroeder@hetnet.nl
booker Xavier Teerling
booker email Programma@festivaldeoversteek.nl
HULLABALOO
The festival of the North in the Stadspark in Groningen! Discover a world where complete chaos (Hullabaloo) turns into the love of music. Where all your senses are stimulated and a musical journey will enrapture you.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-7 September
location Stadspark, Groningen website www.hullabaloofestival.nl/nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer See Tickets
organisation 4PM Entertainment & E&A Events
PLUSPOP
If you want to experience a fun festival, come to Pluspop Festival in Cabauw. On Friday for the children, on Saturday for the dance, on Sunday for the cozy atmosphere of one knows another. Will we see you in September??
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12-14 September
location Evenemententerrein Cabauw, Lopik website www.pluspop.nl
FACTS
capacity 1,200 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Pluspop Cabauw email Pluspopcabauw@gmail.com
LIEF <3
LIEF features a line-up of (hard)techno, (tech)house, melodic, disco & funk. Enter tech paradise for your ultimate summer closing and dance like nobody’s watching. See you @ LIEF!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6 September
location Recreatieplas Strijkviertel, Utrecht website www.lieffestival.nl
FACTS
capacity 13,500 type Outdoor
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation The Zoo Events email info@thezooevents.nl
EPOP FESTIVAL
Blues, Pop, Rock, Roots, World edition 25
A cosy and non commercial festival with interesting lineup is guaranteed. No bullshit, just non-stop live music on 2 stages. Free entrance, free parking.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6 September
location Dr. Loeffpark, Epe website www.epopfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 11 capacity 5,000 type Outdoor
price Free
organisation Stichting Epop email info@epopfestival.nl
booker Iwan Jonker
booker email iwan@epopfestival.nl
MUZE VAN ZUID
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10-14 September
location Amsterdam
website www.muzevanzuid.nl
organisation Stichting Muze van Zuid email info@muzevanzuid.nl
EMBASSY FESTIVAL
World edition 13
The Embassy Festival embodies The Hague as a global meeting point, offering a unique stage for cultural diplomacy in a festive, relaxed setting. For a day, The Hague becomes a microcosm of the world, blending ancient traditions and contemporary arts into a human mosaic. With diverse music, art, dance, and international cuisine, the festival creates an immersive cultural journey where visitors engage with a vibrant array of global expressions.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6 September
location Lange Voorhout, Den Haag website www.embassyfestival.com
FACTS
acts 25 capacity 50,000 type Outdoor
price Free
organisation LIFE I LIVE BV email embassyfestival@prooost.nl
booker Patrick Clerkx
booker email patrick@derevolutie.nl
Tim Zuidberg
Goedkroon
(PR: Embassy Festival)
GAUDEAMUS FESTIVAL
Classic, Experimental
TAPT FESTIVAL AMSTERDAM WEST
Classic, Dance, Jazz, Pop edition 10
Gaudeamus presents, stimulates and supports radical sounds by innovative artists. For 80 years, Gaudeamus has introduced curious music lovers to the (composed) music of tomorrow: unheard of combinations of genres, fresh perspectives on concert practices and radical new inventions in the field of sound and stage art, without borders or limitations.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10-14 September
location Several locations, Utrecht website www.gaudeamus.nl
FACTS
acts 50 capacity 1,500 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer Voordemensen
organisation Stichting Gaudeamus Muziekweek email info@gaudeamus.nl
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ZOETERMEER BLUES FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12-13 September
location Zoetermeer
website www.zoetermeer-blues.nl
organisation Promotion & Management Services (PMS)
TAPT Festival is originally a beer festival new style. This definitely does not covers the concept these days. In fact, TAPT Festival is not a beer festival, but a festival with lots of beer, a wine bar, cocktails and good food. You play games, relax and dance, which always ends in a big party at the end! That in a cosy set-up makes TAPT Festival a very relaxed festival and very accessible. In short, the drinks festival of the Netherlands. That is what TAPT Festival is!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12-13 September
location Rembrandtpark, Amsterdam website www.taptfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 2,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation DFRNT B.V. email info@taptfestival.nl
booker Nick de Vree booker email nick@dfrnt.nl
HOLLANDS HARD FESTIVAL
Hardcore, Hardstyle, Nederlandstalig edition 3
A festival with a combination of Dutch and hardstyle music.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12-13 September
location Brakel website www.hollandshardfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 21 capacity 2,500 type Indoor+Outdoor
price 35.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Stager
organisation Stichting Hollands Hard Festival email thom@hollandshardfestival.nl
booker thom@hollandshardfestival.nl
booker email thom@hollandshardfestival.nl
VEERSE DAG
edition 41
OPPERDEPOP FESTIVAL
Nederlandstalig, Pop edition 5
Opperdepop Festival is an outdoor food en music festival for all ages. Enjoy two days of live pop music, food and drinks from local restaurants and tons of fun activities in the Annie M.G. Schmidtpark in Bergschenhoek. The perfect way to celebrate the end of the festival season. Opperdepop Festival is accesible for all ages, including a special area with kids activities. Children must be supervised by adults.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12-13 September
location Annie M.G. Schmidtpark, Bergschenhoek website www.opperdepopfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 17,000 type Outdoor
price 35.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Opperdepop B.V. email info@opperdepopfestival.nl
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12-13 September
location Raamsdonksveer website www.veersedag.nl
price Free
organisation Stichting Evenementen Raamsdonksveer (SER)
booker Robert Boevé booker email robert@vivreproductions.nl
Eus
Driessen Photography
POPMONUMENT BERGEN OP ZOOM
SMEERBOEL FESTIVAL
House, Techno, Urban
Smeerboel is known for its frivolous character and unique, over-the-top on-site activities. At Smeerboel, visitors are up for a full day of experiences. It’s safe to say wandering around the Smeerboel site almost feels like attending a parade, but all the while enjoying shows by some of the best (inter)national techno, house, guilty pleasure and disco artists.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13 September location Utrecht website www.smeerboel.nl
FACTS
capacity 18,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Elevation Events email info@elevation-events.comAileen de Ruijter
Blues, Hiphop, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13 September
location Several locations, Bergen op Zoom website www.popmonument.nl
FACTS
capacity 800 type Indoor+Outdoor price 35.00 EUR avg. day ticketer Stager
organisation Stichting PopMonument email info@popmonument.nl
SURFANA FESTIVAL
Surfana Festival. Surf minded people from all around the world come together to feel a unique blend of music, clinics, food, arts and love.
A weekend with bands from all over the world, surf focused, an array of workshops, good food and camp vibes are enjoyed in beautiful nature surroundings. What we love most, we’ve put together into a mind blowing experience for all to enjoy. It’s a festival to celebrate our lifestyle but also to inspire more people to choose a life based on happiness.
SURFANA FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12-14 September
location Campsite The Sheets, Bloemendaal website www.surfana.com/festival
FACTS
acts 30 capacity 2,800 type Outdoor ticketer Stager
organisation Surfana festival email festival@surfana.com
booker Lucy booker email music@surfana.com
BAROEG
OPEN AIR
Gothic, Hardcore, Metal, Rock, Techno
Baroeg Open Air is a festival in Rotterdam that specializes in hard and alternative music with genres like metal, hardcore, stoner, punk, rock ’n roll and progrock, but also wave, drum ‘n bass, electro and industrial.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13 September
location Zuiderpark, Rotterdam website www.baroegopenair.nl
FACTS
acts 30 capacity 12,500 type Outdoor price 20.00 EUR avg. day ticketer Stager
organisation Stichting Baroeg Open Air email info@baroeg.nl
booker Leon van Rijnsbergen booker email leon@baroeg.nl
DREAM VILLAGE
Dance, Hardstyle, House, Pop, Urban
Dreaming together, blurring boundaries. Lose yourself in the chaos of the unknown. The final event of the festival season for all your friends. This is Dream Village. Expect the unexpected...
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13 September
location Breda website www.dreamvillage.nl
FACTS
capacity 10,000 type Outdoor
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Dream Machine B.V. email info@thezooevents.nl
HAVENFESTIVAL ALBLASSERDAM
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 15-20 September
location Alblasserdam
website www.havenfestival-alblasserdam.nl
organisation Stichting Havenfestival Alblasserdam email info@havenfestival-alblasserdam.nl
Martijn
Berlage
APPELPOP
Hiphop, Metal, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock edition 32
Appelpop is one of the largest and most popular festivals in the Netherlands. Every year the line-up consists of a variety of national headliners, popular acts and festival editions of known club parties. Different stages and area’s offer their own atmosphere. Recent editions of the two day festival were visited by over 100.000 people. Visitors and artists appreciate the unique atmosphere and the location of the festival.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12-13 September location Waalkade, Tiel website www.appelpop.nl
FACTS
acts 30 capacity 30,000 type Outdoor price Free
organisation Stichting Muziekstad Tiel email info@appelpop.nl
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SUNGLOW FESTIVAL
Hardcore, Hardstyle edition 11
Blazing sun and legendary artists will take over the festival ground on September 13th. Hardcore pioneers Paul Elstak & DJ Rob are hosting the stages at Sunglow and will bring together the best DJ’s the scene has to offer.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13 September
location Recreatieoord Binnenmaas, Mijnsheerenland website www.sunglow-festival.nl
FACTS
capacity 8,500 type Outdoor
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation The Zoo Events email info@thezooevents.nl
TAPTOE ALPHEN A/D RIJN
In 2025 on 13 september we will organize the 34th edition of Taptoe Alphen aan den Rijn.
In advance of the show the participating bands will march in a tour through the center. Local and national top bands show their musical skills.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13 September
location Lauraplein, Alphen a/d Rijn
website www.taptoealphen.nl
FACTS
acts 5 capacity 1,500 type Outdoor
price Free
organisation Stichting Taptoe Alphen a/d Rijn
email Info@taptoealphen.nl
booker M van de Streek
booker email rinus@vandestreek.net
DE BOS DWEILDAG
edition 22
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13 September
location Center, Zutphen website www.dweildagzutphen.nl
FACTS type Outdoor price Free
organisation Stichting ´t Spul(t) email secretariaat@dweildagzutphen.nl
HUYGENS MUZIEKFESTIVAL
Classic
The Huygens Festival is the classical music festival of Leidschendam-Voorburg and takes place in the fourth weekend of September. For four days there will be various performances by soloists and companies, professional, amateur and youth in the Huygenskwartier Voorburg.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18-21 September
location Huygenskwartier, Voorburg website www.huygensfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 18 capacity 1,000 type Indoor price 200.00 EUR avg. day
organisation DOEN Evenementen BV / Stichting Huygens Muziekfestival email secretaris@huygensfestival.nl
IJSSELJAZZ
Blues, Jazz, Latin, Urban edition 17
IJsseljazz is an annual freely accessible musicfestival in a small village in Gorssel. It is held on the second sunday of september. There are three stages, a main stage, a blues stage and a talent stage. Apart from the music there is also a possibility to eat at our food square where there are different types of food trucks.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14 September
location Gorssel website www.ijsseljazz.nl
FACTS
acts 12 capacity 15,000 type Outdoor price Free
organisation Stichting IJsseljazz email info@ijsseljazz.nl
TOWER FESTIVAL
Rock edition 15
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14 September
location Kerkplein, Brabant website www.towerfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 5 capacity 2,000 type Outdoor
price Free organisation Stichting Sixties-Seventies Son email info@towerfestival.nl
GRAZENDE ZWAAN
edition 10
Grazende Zwaan is an adventurous theater festival in the Haarlemmermeer for young and old, with theater and more in the polder. With outdoor theater for children and adults, circus, musical, workshops (building huts, clay making, singing, etc.), and nice terraces on a beautiful estate!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 19-21 September
location Landgoed Kleine Vennep, Nieuw-Vennep website www.grazendezwaan.nl
FACTS
acts 24 capacity 2,000 type Indoor+Outdoor organisation Karavaan email info@karavaan.nl
KLASSIEK OP HET AMSTELVELD
A weekend full of classical music starring young talent side-by-side with topmusicians. A series of outdoor concerts on the most beautiful square in Amsterdam.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 19-20 September
location Amsterdam website www.klassiekophetamstelveld.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor price Free ticketer Eventbrite
organisation Stichting Musica Omnia Vincit email info@klassiekophetamstelveld.nl
SEPTEMBERPOP
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 19-20 September
location Evenementen terrein, Stedspolle, Workum website www.septemberpop.nl
organisation Stichting Septemberpop email info@septemberpop.nl
edition 35
URBAN MATTERZ
Hiphop edition 9
Urban Matterz is THE old school hiphop festival in Holland with several, exclusive shows by pioneers from the early hiphop days.
Urban Matterz also offers a festival (free entrance) with graffiti, dance, urban art, market and urban sports. Battles, showcases, Championships. Kids can experience and participate. Peace, unity, love & having fun!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 20-21 September
location Oldskool Concert at Cacaofabriek, festivalzondag @ DeCacaofabriek, Cacaokade 1, Helmond
website www.urbanmatterz.nl
FACTS
acts 4 capacity 500 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Stichting URBANMATTERZ
email info@urbanmatterz.nl
booker Hans van den Bekmortel
booker email Hans@urbanmatterz.nl
ALKMAAR BLUES WEEKEND
Blues edition 13
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21 September
location Centrum, Alkmaar website www.alkmaarbluesexpress.nl
FACTS
acts 61 capacity 50,000 type Indoor
price Free
organisation Stichting Alkmaar Blues Express
email info@alkmaarbluesexpress.nl
booker Rens Arts
booker email boeking@alkmaarbluesexpress.nl
BOCKESPRONGEN
Experimental, Rock, Singer-Songwriter edition 30
Free music en street theatre festival in the center of Boxtel (Holland).
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21 September
location Centrum, Boxtel website www.bockesprongen.nl
FACTS
acts 12 capacity 1,000 type Outdoor
price Free
organisation Stichting Bockespruik
email info@bockepruik.nl
booker Stg. bockepruik
booker email info@bockepruik.nl
BRANDERSFEESTEN
Dance, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock edition 41
The Brandersfeesten are an annual event in the South Holland city of Schiedam, and are held in the last weekend of the month of September. Besides activities like a market, port activities and a kids zone, are various music stages and catering squares throughout the city centre with something for every musical taste. From Hollandse hits to pop, dance to rock.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26-28 September
location Centrum, Schiedam
website www.brandersfeesten.nl
FACTS
acts 150 capacity 150,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
price Free
organisation Stichting Brandersfeesten
email info@brandersfeesten.nl
booker John
booker email info@brandersfeesten.nl
ELASTIEK
Pop, Rock
We touch your senses with good music, different inspiring music genres, local talents and relaxed atmosphere. For every age we have something to hear, feel and explore. The festival entrace is free and all is organized through volunteers. We welcome you in the big green central area of Hilvarenbeek. Have a look at www.elastiek.nl for more information.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26-27 September
location ‘t Vrijthof, Hilvarenbeek website www.elastiek.nl
FACTS
acts 4 capacity 2,000 type Indoor
price Free
organisation Stichting Elastiek email info@elastiek.nl
booker Programmering Elastiek booker email Programmering@elastiek.nl
eventpix.nl
INTO THE VOID
A journey into the swamps of stoner, sludge and doom with one of Europe’s finest boutique festivals.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27 September
location Neushoorn, Leeuwarden website www.intothevoid.nl
FACTS
acts 12 capacity 1,000 type Indoor
organisation Loud Noise email p.vanberlo@loudnoise.nl
booker Paul van Berlo
booker email p.vanberlo@loudnoise.nl
SUPREMACY
Hardstyle edition 11
The essence is all in the name. Supremacy is the blueprint for RAW hardstyle and outshines any competition since its birth. Only the most supreme artistic souls step onto the superior stage. The unbeatable light, LED, laser and sound shows are worshipped by fans world wide.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27 September
location Brabanthallen, ‘s-Hertogenbosch website www.supremacy.nl
FACTS
capacity 15,000 type Indoor
organisation Art of Dance email info@artofdance.nl
FESTYLAND
Dance, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock, Urban edition 17
FestyLand - The Festival Garden of the South. With the theme ‘LIVE’ on Friday and ‘FIËSTA’ on Saturday, there is an obvious difference between both days. FestyLand - LIVE will be filled with live music, pop, tributes and other happy sounds and during FestyLand - FIËSTA pop, dance, 90’s, R&B and party music will take center stage. FestyLand is good in delivering intimate, cosy, amazing moments!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3 October
location BillyBird Park Hemelrijk, Volkel website www.festyland.nl
FACTS
acts 120 capacity 30,000 type Outdoor price 25.00 EUR avg. day ticketer CM.com
organisation Par-T email info@festyland.nl
TEXEL BLUES
PROGPOWER EUROPE
Metal, Rock edition 25
The 25th anniversary edition of the unique progressive rock and metal festival, where unknown bands from home and abroad get the opportunity to present themselves to a larger audience. Who remembers the performances of Riverside, Threshold, Shadow Gallery, Sons Of Apollo, Devin Townsend, Symphony X, Leprous, Opeth and Haken? Just to name a few.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3-5 October
location Sjiwa Baarlo, Baarlo Lb website www.progpowereurope.com
FACTS
acts 14 capacity 650 type Indoor price 40.00 EUR avg. day
organisation Stichting ProgPower email info@progpower.eu
booker Stichting ProgPower
booker email info@progpower.eu
edition 36
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10-12 October
location Den Burg website www.texelblues.nl
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GEHEIME LIEFDE PRESENTS: HRFST
Dance, House, Techno edition 11
An autumn festival presented by Geheime Liefde, hosted at the beautiful, historic Fort bij Vechten. Known for its deep bass sounds and techno rhythms. This unique festival invites visitors to explore new music and discover emerging artists in an immersive natural setting. HRFST festival will be a perfect day to start the fall season!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4 October
location Fort Vechten, Utrecht website www.hrfst.nl
FACTS
capacity 4,500 type Outdoor ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation The Zoo Events email info@thezooevents.nl
COME AS YOU ARE
The three decades of guitar music are the focus of Come As You Are; from the grunge of the early nineties and danceable Britpop to the energetic punk and nowadays powerpop. The festival provides a stage to bands that played a big role in this guitar wave, but also supports the new heroes who are inspired by 30 years of guitar.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4 October
location Effenaar, Eindhoven website www.effenaar.nl
FACTS
type Indoor
organisation Effenaar email info@effenaar.nl
HEROES OF ROCK TRIBUTE
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4 October
location Stadskanaal, Groningen website www.veryeavy.nl
FACTS
organisation Very Eavy email info@veryeavy.nl
HEERLIJK HEMELRIJK FESTIVAL
Dance, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock edition 11
An all ages event which gives our visitors a unique chance to enjoy a festival with their complete family. Bringing a diverse program of live music, dj’s and entertainment on a suitable noise level for everybody. Combined with workshops, a fair and even a mini-rollercoaster. Wrapped in an all weather jacket to provide cover and a cosy home feeling if needed. But mostly our visitors will enjoy our lake side sunset view while seeing their kids strolling and having fun.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 October
location BillyBird Park Hemelrijk, Volkel website www.heerlijkhemelrijkfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 60 capacity 15,000 type Outdoor
price 19.95 EUR avg. day
ticketer CM
organisation Par-T
email info@par-t.nl
ELEKTRUM FESTIVAL
Hardcore, Hardstyle edition 4
Intents Festival & WiSH Outdoor join forces with an unprecedented collaboration to create a unique harder styles experience: Elektrum Festival! Hidden in the Mysterious Velder Woods a magical city will arise. With over 50 hardstyle, raw, hardcore, classics & uptempo artists on multiple stages. The creative minds of WiSH Outdoor and Intents Festival melt together to create eye-blinding shows and mindblowing light art between the trees. So get ready to witness something extraordinary.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11 October
location Velder Woods, Boxtel website www.elektrumfestival.com
FACTS
acts 60 capacity 20,000 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer
organisation Intents Festival & Wish Outdoor
email info@elektrumfestival.com
HET FOUTE OKTOBERFEST
Dance, Nederlandstalig, Pop
JEKERJAZZ FESTIVAL
Enjoy renowned artists and styles, such as Jazz, Funk, Salsa, Bossanova, Pop, Blues, and more. Admission to all concerts is free, thanks to the support of Jekerjazz Maastricht, Centrum Management Maastricht, the Leisure Fund and the Vrienden Van. Invite your friends for an evening of fun and fine tunes.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12 October
location Binnenstad, Maastricht website www.jekerjazz.com
In the middle of the well known Goffertpark in Nijmegen, the best party acts are bringing the crowd into the party mood. With a lot of beer and traditional Oktoberfest games Het Foute Oktoberfest is the gemütlichste and largest Oktoberfest in the Netherlands!
PARTY MACHEN!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11 October
location Goffertpark, Nijmegen website www.hetfouteoktoberfest.nl
FACTS
acts 15 capacity 13,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
ticketer See Tickets
organisation Matrixx
FACTS
acts 25 type Indoor
price Free
organisation Stichting JekerJazz Maastricht email info@jekerjazz.com
LIERELIET FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 17-20 October
location Op de hoek van de Stal, Workum website www.liereliet.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Stichting Liereliet Workum email avanderwal49@hotmail.com
BERGS BLUESFESTIVAL
Blues, Roots edition 16
Highlights previous editions: Bas Paardekooper, Innes Sibun, Seatsniffers, King Mo, Michael Dotson, Flavium, Ruben Hoeke, Ian Siegal, Sugarboy & The Sinners, Carvin Jones, Jeff Jensen, Wille &The Bandits, Big Monti Amudson, Bluesbones, Harlem Lake, Meena Cryle & Chris Fillmore Band, The Strikes, Ralph De Jongh, Aynsly Lister, Krissy Matthews, Gumbo Kings, Kai Strauss Band en Little Steve & The Big Beat.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 17 October
location Gebouw-T, Bergen op Zoom website www.liveatzoom.nl
FACTS
capacity 600 type Indoor
organisation St.Liveatzoom email info@liveatzoom.nl
booker jan booker email jan@liveatzoom.nl
THE ROCK CIRCUS
Metal, Rock edition 2
On October 17, 18 & 19 thousands of headbangers will enter the enormous Brabanthallen down in the south of The Netherlands for a weekend of sin-filled entertainment in 3 areas, ear-shattering live shows by incredible bands and of course nothing but raw & uncut metal carnage!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 17-19 October
location De Brabanthallen, Den Bosch website www.therockcircus.nl
FACTS
type Indoor ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation MOJO email info@therockcircus.nl
booker Jeps Salfischberger booker email j.salfischberger@mojo.nl
KEIFESTIVAL
edition 38
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25 October
location Lichtenvoorde website www.keifestival.nl
FACTS
type Indoor
organisation SVP Keifestival email info@keifestival.nl
BRAINWASH
Rebellious thinkers and artists from the Netherlands and beyond share their insights on today’s most pressing questions, offer clarification in times of confusion and help create new frameworks for progress! In the historic inner city of Amsterdam, we’ll be thinking about narcissism and self-love, radical inequality, ideal images as the culprits of our time, visions of the future and dystopias, liberating algorithms, the flipside of authenticity and our post-capitalist culture.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 19 October
location Several venues, Amsterdam website www.brainwashfestival.nl
type Indoor
organisation Stichting Brainwash email info@brainwashfestival.nl
AMSTERDAM DANCE EVENT (ADE)
Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) is the most upfront, influential and educational gathering for electronic music and its industry. With its conference, festival and educational breeding ground, ADE is able to create not only the biggest yearly industry tent-pole moment, but also a solid foundation for future generations of electronic music professionals and upcoming artists. The event attracts a total of more than 1,000 events in nearly 200 locations across its multidisciplinary program.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22-26 October
location Various venues in Amsterdam website www.amsterdam-dance-event.nl/live
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer
organisation Buma Cultuur email info@bumastemra.nl
LOVELAND ADE SHOWS House, Techno
Loveland ADE will be back in 2025! We can’t wait to see you on the dance floor for this celebration of electronic music!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22-26 October
location Amsterdam
FACTS
type Indoor ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Loveland Festival BV email info@loveland.nl
LEFT OF THE DIAL
edition 7
Left of the Dial is an international showcase festival that takes place in mid-October in the city center of Rotterdam. It offers a cross section of the most relevant alternative artists of the moment.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 23-25 October
location Rotterdam
website www.leftofthedial.nl
FACTS
acts 300 type Indoor
price 60.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Stager
organisation Left of the Dial email info@leftofthedial.nl
BLUESROUTE HELMOND
Blues edition 14
The 14th edition of Bluesroute Helmond will be celebrated on the last weekend of October 2025, from the 24th to the 26th!
This 14th edition will have a lot to offer. 3 days, over 50 live acts, at least 15 in- and outdoor locations, program specials, and hotel arrangements will make Bluesroute Helmond one of the largest free blues festivals in the Benelux!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 24-26 October
location Centrum, Helmond website www.bluesroutehelmond.nl
FACTS
acts 52 capacity 15,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
price Free
organisation Cultuur in Helmond email info@cultuurinhelmond.nl
booker Cultuur in Helmond booker email info@cultuurinhelmond.nl
Blueroute Helmond
BOTTE BIJL
Metal, Rock edition 4
Botte Bijl (blunt axe) is a young and exciting festival in november for bearded men and sturdily women. For anyone who does not take themselves too seriously and are up for an evening of good old no nonsense fun. With (hard) rock and heavy metal music, a mancave, barber shop, local beers and a lot of loony entertainment. Put on your boots and join the lumberjacks in this annual crazy fest!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 1 November
location De Gelderlandfabriek, Culemborg website www.degelderlandfabriek.nl
FACTS
acts 6 capacity 250 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation St. Lumberjack email bottebijlfestival@gmail.com
booker Tineke Teerink
booker email tineke.teerink@gmail.com
Bobbie van den Bosch for Art of Dance & B2S
SNAKEPIT
Hardcore
Snakepit is the ultimate gathering of highspeed hardcore fanatics. Snakepit takes place once a year at the Klokgebouw in Eindhoven.The event brings you the purest and finest up tempo hardcore. Organised by market leaders Art of Dance and b2s, this illustrious event is set to impress even the toughest hardcore connoisseurs! Snakepit is the number one party for Uptempo, Dark, Terror and Frenchcore fanatics.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 1 November
location Klokgebouw, Eindhoven website www.snakepithardcore.com
FACTS type Indoor
organisation Art of Dance & B2S email info@snakepithardcore.com
Remy
van de Geijn
HET AMSTERDAMSE WINTERTERRAS
From November 6th - November 30th 2025, the gates of the beautiful Gashouder will be open for the largest winter terrace in the city. Enjoy good food, good drinks, great side programming and fun dances for three weeks together with the nicest terraces and the nicest atmosphere creators from Amsterdam.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-9 November
location Gashouder, Amsterdam
website www.hetamsterdamsewinterterras.nl
FACTS
type Indoor
ticketer See Tickets
organisation 4PM Entertainment
LE GUESS WHO?
Le Guess Who? is a Celebration of Sound in Utrecht, The Netherlands.
Dedicated to boundary-crossing music & culture from all over the world, Le Guess Who? takes over the entire city center of Utrecht, with over 150 artists performing in pop venues, theaters, churches, warehouses, and clubs. Throughout the years, Le Guess Who? has grown to become a leading international festival, known for its inspiring presentation of genre-challenging music.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-9 November
location Utrecht
website www.leguesswho.com
FACTS
acts 180 capacity 20,000 type Indoor
ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Le Guess Who?
email info@leguesswho.com
Melanie Marsman
NOVEMBER MUSIC
Classic, Jazz, Minimal, World edition 33
Visitors to November Music can fully enjoy today’s eclectic musical landscape. The festival showcases the prominent composers of our time. Not to mention top-notch ensembles, jazz & world pioneers, sound installations, and interdisciplinary concerts. November Music takes place at various locations in the Dutch city of ’s-Hertogenbosch.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7-16 November
location Several venues, ‘s-Hertogenbosch website www.novembermusic.net
FACTS
acts 100 capacity 12,000 type Indoor
organisation November Music email info@novembermusic.net
booker Marieke Hopman booker email marieke@novembermusic.net -
ROTTERDAMSE POPWEEK
edition 13
The Rotterdam Popweek has been organized by Popunie since 2013 and shines a spotlight on the music scene in Rotterdam for ten days – from emerging talent to well-known artists, from intimate concerts to large-scale events. Whether you’re a seasoned music lover or just in the mood for an inspiring night out, Popweek has something for everyone! The Rotterdam Popweek is organized by the Rotterdam popsector.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7-16 November
location Several venues, Rotterdam website www.rotterdamsepopweek.nl
FACTS
acts 800 capacity 35,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Popunie email info@popunie.nl
HELLDORADO
For infernal rock festival HELLDORADO, many thousands of “heavy” music fans from all over Europe go on a road trip to Klokgebouw Eindhoven to celebrate life to the fullest and party hard and heavy.
HELLDORADO takes place in the iconic building Klokgebouw Eindhoven on 3 stages (in 3 halls) with the most renowned international speed/hard/garage/punkrock-, psychobilly-, rock & roll- and metal bands (and related music genres).
One day of pure mayhem in a unique setting and atmosphere!
HELLDORADO
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 15 November
location Klokgebouw Strijp-S terrein, Eindhoven
website www.helldorado.nl
FACTS
acts 25 capacity 5,000 type Indoor ticketer
organisation This Is Live Group email ron@aceshighpromotion.nl
booker Luc Favié
booker email luc@helldorado.nl
WAAILAND FEESTIVAL
Dance, Hardstyle, Nederlandstalig edition 18
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 15 November
location Brieltjenspolder, Made
website www.waailand.com/feestival
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 6,000 type Indoor ticketer CM.com
organisation Sensation Events email info@sensation.events
booker Sensation Bookings booker email info@sensationbookings.nl
BIGGG FESTIVAL
Blues, Jazz, Latin, Nederlandstalig, Pop
A selection of artists (including many Leiden Legends) presents a musical overview of Blues, Jazz, Pop, World Music, and Classical in an atmospheric and cozy setting during this festival.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 16 November
location Scheltema, Leiden website www.biggg.nl
FACTS
type Indoor ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Biggg Festival email info@prokwadraat.nl
TRIBUTELAND
Blues, Metal, Pop, Rock edition 9
Spread over three stages, Tributeland presents the best tribute bands in Europe, focusing on rock music from the 70s to the present, supplemented with the best from our own country.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22 November location Klokgebouw, Eindhoven website www.tributeland.nl
FACTS
acts 15 capacity 4,500 type Indoor ticketer
organisation This is Live Group email tributeland@tirrmusic.com
booker Roger booker email info@thetributeagency.nl
SCHITTERWINTER BREDA
Schitterwinter Breda: 21 december - 7 january 2025 (Breepark, Breda)
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21-31 December location Breepark, Breda
FACTS
type Indoor
organisation 4PM Entertainment
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HET AMSTERDAMSE WINTERPARADIJS
Het Amsterdamse Winterparadijs is the largest and most enjoyable winter event in the Netherlands. Enjoy winter snacks and drinks, unique attractions, ice skating and endless ice fun.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 17 December ‘25 - 5 January ‘26 location RAI, Amsterdam website www.hetamsterdamsewinterparadijs.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer See Tickets
organisation 4PM Entertainment
DE BRABANTSE WINTER
Nederlandstalig, Pop, Singer-Songwriter edition 3
This winter, the Brabanthallen in Den Bosch will be the shining and sparkling heart of our province, as the Brabantse Winter returns!
Once again, a cozy, magical, and beautiful winter village will be set up to bring a much-needed dose of light and warmth to the dark days of December and January. For a full 17 days, you can indulge in the ultimate winter parade of festive dining, drinks, dancing, entertainment, and celebration.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 19 December t/m 4 Januari ‘26 location Brabanthallen, Den Bosch website www.debrabantsewinter.nl
FACTS
capacity 100,000 type Indoor ticketer
organisation This is Live, Libema Entertainment en Net Echt email info@debrabantsewinter.nl
INTERNATIONAAL KAMERMUZIEKFESTIVAL UTRECHT
Classic, Experimental, Jazz, World edition 21
Music in a small line-up, at the highest level. With Janine Jansen as artistic director, programmer and soloist, the International Chamber Music Festival Utrecht provide you with special, unique moments between Christmas and New Year. For the most popular chamber music in addition to the most beautiful surprises, you are welcome in our festival heart TivoliVredenburg, in Utrecht churches, at unexpected special locations in the city and at free concerts in your own neighborhood.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27-30 December location TivoliVredenburg Utrecht, Utrecht website www.kamermuziekfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 45 capacity 6,500 type Indoor
organisation Stichting Internationaal Kamermuziekfestival Utrecht email info@kamermuziekfestival.nl
booker Stichting Internationaal Kamermuziek Festival Utrecht booker email info@kamermuziekfestival.nl
BELGIAN FESTIVALS
JANUARY
FESTIVAL KORTRIJK
Classic edition 15
The ideal balance between classical and contemporary, between experiment and tradition: this is what Festival Kortrijk stands for. During the festival we challenge you as a visitor by questioning formats, going to unusual locations and giving young artists a stage. For two weekends, city of Kortrijk is the ultimate place for discovery, surprise and amazement.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21-23 February
location Conservatoriumplein 1, Kortrijk website www.festivalkortrijk.be
FACTS
acts 9 capacity 3,000 type Indoor ticketer Ticketmatic
organisation Wilde Westen vzw email info@wildewesten.be
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FESTIVAL DE LIÈGE
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 31 January-22 February
location Liège center, Luik website www.festivaldeliege.be email info@festivaldeliege.be
KLARAFESTIVAL
In cooperation with the VRT and the RTBF, Belgium’s only broadcasting festival brings classical music of the highest quality within the framework of an annual theme. Its accent on the historical informed performance practice of the romantic music, its inventive concepts and rejuvenating productions approach a new audience. Stimulating international cooperations between political (politicians, diplomates), economical & cultural sectors, is what the KlaraFestival aims for in the next few years.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 20-30 March
location Brussels, Bruges, Antwerp website www.klarafestival.be
FACTS type Indoor organisation Festival van Vlaanderen Brussel-Internationaal email sophie@klarafestival.be
OILSJT OMPLOFT XL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21-22 March
location Sint Annazaal, Aalst website www.oilsjtomploft.be email rocknload@telenet.be
ROLMO’S ROOTS ROCK
Country, Folk, Rock, Roots edition 13
13th edition of a festival with international country, folk, rock ‘n roll and rockabilly bands ! Vintage shops, record-stores, American burgers, Barber-shop, DJ’s and more!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22-23 March
location Kneuterweg 2, Zonhoven website www.rolmo.be
FACTS
acts 12 capacity 700 type Indoor price 25.00 EUR avg. day organisation VZW Rolmo Productions email rolmovzw@hotmail.com
booker Peter Wetsels booker email peter@rolmo.be
PARSIDANCE
Dance, Hiphop, House, Techno edition 11
A local open air festival with a bunch of reknown local and (inter)national artists. With three stages during two days, the festival offers many different music genres.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18-20 April
location Scouts Parsifal Rumbeke, Roeselare website www.parsidance.be
FACTS
acts 60 capacity 7,000 type Outdoor organisation Parsidance Festival email info@parsidance.be
booker Tim De Bree booker email tim.debree@parsidance.be
DURBUY ROCK FESTIVAL
Folk, Gothic, Hardcore, Metal, Rock
One of the main metal/hard rock/stoner festival in French speaking Belgium for more than 25 years. 23 Belgian, French and international bands on 2 stages (one indoor, one outdoor) in 2 days. First camping of the festival season, unique countryside site along Ourthe river in the Ardennes.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11-12 April
location Le Sassin, Bomal-sur-Ourthe website www.durbuyrock.be
FACTS
acts 23 capacity 4,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
ticketer Weezevent
organisation Durbuy Rock Festival ASBL-VZW
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GARNIZOEN
House, Techno, Trance edition 6
Garnizoen is a one-day festival that embraces the energy of techno, house, and trance at a historic location. Where electronic music merges with the raw history of a former mining site.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 20 April
location be MINE, Beringen website www.garnizoen.be
acts 10 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Garnizoen
email hello@garnizoen.be
ROOTS & ROSES FESTIVAL
edition 14
Roots & Roses is a festival where one can discover music in a pleasant, cozy and green environment.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 1 May
location Lessines
website www.rootsandroses.be/?lang=nl type Indoor+Outdoor
email reservations@ccrenemagritte.be
Laurent
PIERRE
Zina Kenens
FESTIVEL
Dance, Hardstyle, House, Nederlandstalig, Pop edition 6
Festivel is a five-day festival for everyone. From Wednesday to Sunday there are all kinds of activities for all target groups. We have two festivaldays with dance-DJ’s, a funny quiz evening, an afternoon for people with disabilities, etc. Be welcome and have a great time with friends and family!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 23-27 April
location Festivalweide, Veldstraat 240, Temse website www.festivel.be
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 2,000 type Indoor+Outdoor price 20.00 EUR avg. day ticketer Starnet
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LUNALIA (FESTIVAL VAN VLAANDEREN MECHELEN)
LUNALIA is the Festival of Flanders Mechelen’s new city festival, the successor to Mechelen hoort Stemmen. The name refers both to the Mechelen legend of the ‘Maneblussers’ (luna), and to the fascinating universe of the human voice (lia). In other words, it is still an international festival of voices, but in times of alleged ‘fake news’, this festival consciously goes in search of voices that have something genuine, something real, to say.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 April-11 May
location Mechelen website www.lunalia.be
FACTS type Indoor
organisation Festival van Vlaanderen Mechelen vzw email mechelen@festival.be
SLEUTERROCK
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 9-10 May
location Dentergem website www.sleuterrock.be email info@sleuterrock.be
HEADBANGER’S BALLS FEST
Continuing our tradition of class acts as openers, we’re thrilled to introduce Huracán for Headbanger’s Balls Fest 2025! They’re ready to follow in the footsteps of previous openers like the mighty Cobra The Impaler, Arson, and An Evening With Knives.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3 May
location Izegem
website www.headbangersballs.be
type Indoor
email Info@headbangersballs.be
SCHOOLROCK FESTIVAL
Hiphop, Pop, Techno
edition 36
Schoolrock Festival is a festival completely organised by the students of the ‘Sint-Ritacollege’ in Kontich (pupils of the 3th grade). It is the biggest school festival in Belgium.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10 May
location Sint-Rita Campus College, Kontich, Antwerp website www.schoolrockfestival.be
FACTS
capacity 3,000 type Outdoor
ticketer See Tickets
organisation Sint-Ritacollege (pupils of 3th grade)
email info@schoolrock.be
booker Coördinatie
booker email coordinatie@schoolrock.be
ANTWERP METAL FEST
The festival Antwerp Metal Fest is all about hard music. From death and black metal to metalcore to hardrock and even punk. Antwerp Metal Fest supports the Belgian metalscene. In addition to some captivating international headliners, Antwerp Metal Fest also showcases a wide range of local bands — from well-known names to emerging talent.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 17 May
location Merksem
website www.antwerpmetalfest.be
type Outdoor
BRUSSELS JAZZ MARATHON
Brussels Jazz Marathon is held every year in the clubs, bars and Brussels’ squares. Concerts in diverse styles like Jazz, Blues, Pank and World Music are held. During the musical marathon locals and tourists are able to enjoy unique culture experience for free.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 23-25 May
location Brussel
website www.carnifest.com/events/belgium/brussels/1513/brusselsjazz-marathon-2019.aspx
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
email info@brusselsjazzweekend.be
KOKOPELLI FESTIVAL
World edition 18
Kokopelli festival aims at raising awareness of us living on planet earth. Kokopelli - world festival, more than music. Kokopelli stands for present-day melodies and beats, influenced by all points of the compass. Kokopelli chooses flavours and tinglings from all over the world. Kokopelli is open to everyone – to people with limited resources, to people living with a disability and to people of all ages. Kokopelli is concerned about its ecological footprint.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 17-18 May
location Peperstraat, Gullegem website www.kokopelli.be
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 8,000 type Outdoor
price Free
organisation Kokopelli vzw
email info@kokopelli.be
booker Kokopelli
booker email programmatie@kokopelli.be
CLAMOTTE ROCK
Dance, Hiphop, House, Nederlandstalig, Rock edition 28
Cosy festival serving a mix of international and Belgian headliners, up and coming acts and local stars. Genres may vary from Rock to House, Pop and Hip Hop, Retrohouse to Belpop. Two stages for live acts and two dj stages.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 30-31 May
location Oosterhoven, Herenthout website www.clamotterock.be
FACTS
acts 45 capacity 9,000 type Outdoor
price 45.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer See Tickets
organisation Hooifeestencomité vzw
email info@clamotterock.be
booker Bert Schallenbergh
booker email bert@clamotterock.be
DUVELBLUES
Blues, Folk, Rock, Roots, Singer-Songwriter
edition 22
Duvelblues will celebrate its 22nd edition with an impressive lineup of great artists. A glimpse at the legendary blues musicians who have graced the Duvelblues stage is a testament to the festival’s prestige: The Tommy Castro Band, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, Charlie Musselwhite, Eric Bibb, Johnny Winter, and many more.. Want to experience the 21st Duvelblues edition yourself? Treat yourself a trip to Puurs. Camping is free, the beer is cold. See you there!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 31 May
location Terrein Chiro - Kabal, Ruisbroek - Puurs website www.duvelblues.be
FACTS
acts 9 capacity 1,300 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Duvel Blues vzw email info@duvelblues.be
booker Gust Meeus
booker email info@duvelblues.be
BELGIUM
RHYTHM ‘N BLUESFESTIVAL PEER
edition 40
GLADIOLEN FESTIVAL
Dance, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock, Techno edition 25
Gladiolen Festival is a fun music festival that has taken place every year since 2000 during the Pentecost weekend. The top of Belgian music is always on the bill, supplemented with up-and-coming talent. The festival has 4 stages and a free street festival on Saturday afternoon, Boekel Boulevard. Everyone is welcome at Gladiolen, will we see you there?
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-7 June
location Festivalterrein Boekel, Olen website www.gladiolen.be
FACTS
acts 40 capacity 18,000 type Outdoor ticketer Eventsquare
organisation VZW Keizer Karel Olen email info@gladiolen.be
booker Lode Bellens
booker email info@gladiolen.be
SUNRISE FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27-29 June
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-8 June
location Peer website www.bluesfestival.be
type Outdoor
organisation Break-Away vzw email info@bluesfestival.be
location De Lilse Bergen, Gierle website www.sunrisefestival.be
type Outdoor
organisation Sunrise Festival email info@sunrisefestival.be
EXTREMA OUTDOOR
House, Techno edition 14
Extrema Outdoor Belgium is known for its quality house & techno music on 7 stages, inland beach enclosed by elements of nature, playful creative areas and side activities.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-8 June
location Kelchterhoef De Plas, Houthalen-Helchteren website www.extrema.be
FACTS
acts 180 capacity 75,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Extrema email info@extrema.be
ZOMER VAN ANTWERPEN
Dance, Hiphop, Latin, Urban, World edition 31
ZOMER VAN ANTWERPEN (Summer of Antwerp) is a cultural festival that spans the summer season of July and August, comprising music from all corners of the globe, the pick of the international contemporary circus scene, strong visual theatre, dance extravaganzas at the most unexpected locations and countless other memorable events. Additionally we open ZOMERFABRIEK, a popup-club with restaurant, presenting dj’s, live jams, spoken word, classical concerts and a wide variety of other youth events.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 19 June-31 August
location Various venues, Antwerpen website www.zva.be
FACTS
acts 800 capacity 300,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
price Free ticketer ActiveTickets
organisation Zomer van Antwerpen vzw email zomer@zva.be
booker patrick de groote
booker email patrick@zva.be
LABADOUX-FESTIVAL
Folk, Pop, Rock, Roots, Singer-Songwriter
Labadoux proudly opens the Belgian festival season with a cosy and vibrant atmosphere for young and old. Labadoux combines a line-up of national and international legends with surprising artists ready to be discovered, spread across multiple tents. Relax with intimate singer-songwriters, dance to exciting folk rock, sing along with your favorite artists, and enjoy the warm camaraderie between friends and family. Welcome to Labadoux!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 20-22 June
location Trakelweg, Ingelmunster website www.labadoux.be
acts 40 capacity 15,000 type Indoor+Outdoor organisation vzw Labadoux email Organisatie@labadoux.be booker email programmatie@labadoux.be
SUNSET FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27-29 June
location De Lilse Bergen, Gierle website www.sunsetfestival.be type Outdoor email info@sunsetfestival.be
DENDERPOP
The earliest editions of Denderpop have made it clear that Dendermonde really needed their own musical festival. The combination of an authentic festival, several artists from Dendermonde complemented with other talent, a great atmosphere and above all excellent music clearly was a match made in heaven!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21 June
location Stadspark, Dendermonde website www.denderpop.be
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer Eventbrite
organisation Denderpop vzw email info@denderpop.be
PENNENZAKKENROCK
Pennenzakkenrock is Belgium’s biggest kids’ music festival, with well-known and contemporary singers, DJ’s, bands etc. The festival also provides lots of animation and fun for the coolest day of the schoolyear! Pennenzakkenrock is a festival for kids between 8 and 14 years old and their teachers.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 June
location Recreatiedomein Zilvermeer, Mol website www.pennenzakkenrock.be
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Provinciaal Recreatiedomein Zilvermeer email info@pennenzakkenrock.be
PARADISE CITY FESTIVAL
Paradise City is an electronic music festival that prides itself on its sustainability efforts. It’s a journey that explores what a great future can look like, a place that promotes diversity, where conversations will blossom and where meaningful encounters will occur. It’s a journey, where the only experience is that very special energy of people transcending together on that warmth..that music. Welcome to your festival, Welcome to Paradise City!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27-29 June
location Perk website www.paradisecity.be
type Outdoor
GRENSROCK
Dance, Hiphop, Metal, Pop, Rock edition 37
Free family festival in the middle of Menen. Everyone is welcome!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27-28 June
location Park Ter Walle, Menen website www.grensrock.be
FACTS
acts 13 capacity 8,000 type Outdoor
price Free
organisation vzw GRENSROCK email info@grensrock.be
booker Bert Callewaert booker email bert@grensrock.be
COULEUR CAFÉ FESTIVAL edition
34
We welcome you all back to the glorious park by the iconic Atomium for some of the best hip hop, soul, reggae, ragga, dub, dance and funk the planet has to offer. The world food restaurants, marching bands, hidden bars and (DJ)stages, dance workshops, beautiful cocktail bars and pretty people create a truly unique cosmopolitan atmosphere.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27-29 June
location Brussels website www.couleurcafe.be
acts 44 capacity 72,000 type Outdoor
organisation Couleur Café - official email festival@couleurcafe.org
GENK ON STAGE
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27-29 June
location Citycentre, Genk
website www.genkonstage.be
type Outdoor
organisation Genk on stage
TW CLASSIC
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 28 June
location Festivalpark Werchter website www.twclassic.be organisation TW Classic email twclassic@inter.vlaanderen
GOOIKOORTS
FOLKFESTIVAL
Folk, Nederlandstalig
Gooikoorts is a three day festival with traditional music as keyword. There are two concert tents with a total of 20 groups, a market for instrument makers, workshops in various musical disciplines, a children’s entertainment with i.e. adapted concerts, a wonderful open space under ‘The Duvel Droomschip’ a festival market with local products. For many years now we do our best to guarantee a unique combination of conviviality and quality with special attention to the environment.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-7 July
location Gooik website www.gooikoorts.be
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Muziekmozaïek vzw email info@gooikoorts.be
Leen
Van Laethem
GRASPOP METAL MEETING
GRASPOP METAL MEETING
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 19-22 June
location Festivalpark Stenehei, Dessel website www.graspop.be
FACTS
acts 150 capacity 55,000 type Outdoor
ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation GMM Festival bvba
email info@gmm.be
Four days, five stages. Awesome headliners, burgeoning talent, crushing guitars and colossal mosh pits. For the 28th time the crème de la crème of the international hard rock and metal scene will converge on Belgium as Dessel braces for impact. Next year’s edition of the largest and most versatile hard rock and metal festival of the Benelux takes place from 19 through 22 June 2025. GMM2025: the metal highlight of the year for every metalhead!
LES ARDENTES
Mark your calendars for July 3-6, 2025, as Les Ardentes Festival returns to the vibrant city of Liège, Belgium. This annual festival, renowned for its eclectic mix of hip-hop, electronic, and pop music, promises to be one of the most exciting events of the summer. Set against the backdrop of Parc Astrid in Rocourt, Les Ardentes has solidified its place as a must-attend festival for music lovers across Europe.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3-6 July
location Liège
website www.lesardentes.be
email info@lesardentes.be
RAMPAGE OPEN AIR 2024
Dubstep
The biggest vibes, the bestest crowd, the baddest basslines, the boldest light show, the boomest soundsystems... and the bravest Soldiers! 300+ artists, 6 stages, 3 days +1, 3 swimming pools (or more?), 6 fairground rides (or more?), return of the custom skate ramp, free silent disco afterparties, big screen cinema, tattoo parlours, tons of food options and cocktail bars.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-6 July
location Kristalpark Lommel website www.rampageopenair.eu/home
acts 300 type Indoor
ticketer See Tickets
organisation Rampage United email info@rampage.be
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GENT JAZZ
Hiphop, Jazz, Latin, Minimal, Singer-Songwriter
Every year we organize Gent Jazz, one of the leading jazz festivals in Belgium with 35.000 visitors. With lots of jazz and other musical entertainment, on a beautiful locationthe Bijlokesite - in the heart of Ghent.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-19 July
location De Bijloke, Gent website www.gentjazz.com
FACTS
acts 100 capacity 35,000 type Outdoor price 40.00 EUR avg. day ticketer Paylogic
organisation Gent Jazz email info@gentjazz.com
booker Ilja Bracke
booker email Ilja@greenhousetalent.be
Maarten
Mellemans
LIVE IS LIVE
Memorable artists. Open-air live concerts. At a mesmerizing location. For our fourth edition in June 2025, we’re back at Middenvijver, a spacious oasis just across the river in Antwerp. We’re guaranteeing a music experience that invites you to fully live in the moment. With our outof-the-ordinary broad range of food options, the cozy and green surroundings and the comfort of an indoor show, every visitor gets the best festival experience.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27-29 June
location Middenvijver, Antwerpen website www.liveislive.be
FACTS
capacity 20,000 type Outdoor
ticketer See Tickets
organisation FKP Scorpio email info@fkpscorpio.be
booker Delphine Loeckx
booker email delphine.loeckx@fkpscorpio.be
ROCK WERCHTER
Four days and four stages, with the biggest headliners, young talents, raging rockers, incredible singer-songwriters, new names, and the coolest beats around. Rock Werchter deliberately builds its line-up across all genres. In 2025, the festival takes place from 3 June to 6 July. Rock Werchter is a unique experience. The line-up is always world-class, the unique festival feeling omnipresent. Rock Werchter is a award-winning international hit and a regular fixture in every music lover’s diary.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3-6 July
location Festivalpark, Werchter website www.rockwerchter.be
FACTS
type Outdoor ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Live Nation email info@rockwerchter.be
booker Live Nation booker email info@rockwerchter.be
HOOKROCK BLUES & ROOTS FESTIVAL
Blues, Roots edition 21
Hookrock is a really remarkable two days blues and rootsfestival: A successful confluence of a quite diverse tradition of music to blues. It’s very popular because of its excellent price/quality! Check website for the complete line-up.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4 July
location OC. Rooierheide Rooierheidestraat 100, Diepenbeek website www.hookrock.be
FACTS
acts 12 capacity 1,000 type Outdoor
organisation vzw Deep Music
email hookrockcathoir@gmail.com
booker Ronny Cathoir
booker email hookrockcathoir@gmail.com
IEPER HARDCORE FEST
Hardcore, Metal
Ieperfest is an independent 3-day hardcore festival. Year after year they try (and succeed) to offer an excellent mix of all sorts of styles by bands from all over the world. Old school hardcore, metalcore, doom, emo, metal, grindcore, postrock, punk, sludge, etc. You name it, you get it.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-6 July
location Ieper website www.ieperfest.com
FACTS
type Outdoor organisation Ieperfest vzw email info@ieperfest.com
UBUNTU FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-5 July
location Gemeentelijk Park Boom, Boom website www.ubuntufestival.be
type Outdoor price Free organisation Ubuntu Festival vzw email info@ubuntufestival.be
SJOCK FESTIVAL
Blues, Country, Rock, Roots
CACTUSFESTIVAL
Sjock Festival is one of the oldest alternative festivals of Belgium. It attracts rock ‘n’ roll, rockabilly, garage, punk, psychobilly and surf lovers from all over the world to enjoy a weekend of good music and great atmosphere. Sjock, your rock ‘n roll highlight of the year!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11-13 July
location Poeyelheide, Gierle website www.sjock.com
FACTS
acts 45 capacity 6,000 type Outdoor ticketer www.ticketjes.be
organisation JK ‘t Hoekske email info@sjock.com
ETHNO FLANDERS
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27 July-5 August
location Oostende
website www.ethnoflanders.be
organisation Muziekmozaïek, Jeugd & Muziek Vlaanderen email info@ethnoflanders.be
Experimental, Folk, Hiphop, Pop, Rock
Music has no boundaries! It seems cliché, but it’s a fact! Cactusfestival has been determined to live by this credo for 40 years up to now. Cactus Festival brings performers from all around the world and from various genres together and has become a fixed value in the yearly festival calendar. Above all Cactus Festival is an atmospheric, musical happening on a human scale. The main focus is on the line-up and the comfort of the visitors.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11-13 July
location Minnewaterpark, Brugge website www.cactusfestival.be
FACTS
acts 21 capacity 30,000 type Outdoor ticketer Tickoweb
organisation Cactus Muziekcentrum email info@cactusmusic.be
booker Patrick Keersebilck
booker email patrick@cactusmusic.be
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HELLO!SCHOTEN - WERELDFESTIVAL VAN
FOLKLORE
Folk, World edition 65
In the summer of 2025 we invite you to an international party in Schoten. Every year we invite approx 6 folklore ensembles from all over the world to perform on our stage accompanied by live music. There’s also time to get to know our guests and sample their culture through dance and music. Visitors can not only watch the evening or afternoon shows, there are also a number of other activities in the park. For more information, check our website. Hope to see you soon!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11-18 July
location Gemeentepark van Schoten, Kasteeldreef 61, 2900, Schoten website www.helloschoten.be
FACTS
acts 6 capacity 10,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
price 17.00 EUR avg. day
organisation Hello!Schoten - World Festival of Folklore email info@helloschoten.be
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OSTEND BEACH
House, Techno, Urban
Electronic music brings the country’s north coast to life, as local and international favourites build up the great summer vibe. For eight years now, the boutique festival has been bringing nearly 80 acts a year to the seaside.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12-13 July
location Klein Strand, Oostende website www.ostendbeach.be
FACTS
acts 100 capacity 10,000 type Outdoor
price 50.00 EUR avg. day ticketer
organisation LNE email info@ostendbeach.be
booker Jan booker email jan@ostendbeach.be
AFRO-LATINO FESTIVAL
Latin, Reggae, Urban, World edition 25
Afro-Latino offers each year an innovative, exclusive and excellent line-up of the best artists of Africa, Latin America and the Caribbeans. In total, more than 40 bands and DJs perform live on stage. Afro-Latino is a green, family-friendly and accessible festival in Genk (B). During 3 days Afro-Latino brings you the best of the tropical world music on 3 stages in large luxury tents with a perfect dancefloor.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12-13 July
location Thor Park, 3600 Genk website www.afro-latino.be
FACTS
acts 40 capacity 8,000 type Outdoor price 55.00 EUR avg. day ticketer See Tickets
organisation Afro-Latino vzw email info@afro-latino.be
booker Johan Vrancken booker email johan.vrancken@afro-latino.be
LES FRANCOFOLIES DE SPA
Hiphop, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter
Since 1994, Les Francofolies de Spa has been honoring French-speaking songs (french songs, pop, rock, electro, urban, etc.). The festival offers unmissable stars and new artists. 120 concerts, 4 main stages, and numerous free concerts and events throughout the city!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 17-20 July
location Parc de 7 Heures / Place Royale, Spa website www.francofolies.be
FACTS
acts 120 capacity 20,000 type Outdoor
organisation Belgomania asbl email info@francofolies.be booker email billetterie@francofolies.be
Bart Henseler
Francofolies de Spa
ROCK HERK
Dance, Hardcore, Metal, Rock edition 41
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18-19 July
location Sportterreinen Harlaz-Olmenhof, Herk-de-Stad
website www.rockherk.be
FACTS
acts 50 capacity 212,000 type Outdoor
organisation vzw Rock Herk
email info@rockherk.be
GENTSE FEESTEN
A sparkling cultural popular festival with numerous performances of various national and international artists: a unique event in Europe, thanks to the varied and free offer of (music) performances, (street)theatre, exhibitions, animation for children, fairs, parades and so much more!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18-27 July
location Gent
website www.gentsefeesten.be
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor price Free
organisation Stad Gent + tientallen vzw’s
email gentinfo@stad.gent
SFINKS MIXED
Latin, Pop, Roots, Urban, World edition 49
Are you ready for an unforgettable adventure? Visit Sfinks Mixed! This free music festival takes place in a peaceful meadow in the heart of Boechout, offering a vibrant mix of cultures and music. Enjoy breathtaking performances by artists from around the world. Kids can have fun in the Kidz Village, while you explore the world market full of unique treasures and projects. Don’t miss out—come experience the magic of Sfinks Mixed!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 24-27 July
location Molenveld, Boechout, Antwerp website www.sfinks.be
FACTS
acts 80 capacity 120,000 type Outdoor price Free
organisation sfinks animatie vzw email info@sfinks.be
ROCK OLMEN
Rock edition 35
Cosy rock / indie festival with some national and international bands. We are a cosy festival and we prefer quality and not quantity. Over the years, we’ve hosted some incredible bands, including The Sheila Divine, Arsenal, Levellers, Circa Waves, Novastar, Therapy?, Sons, Whispering Sons, Blaudzun, Black Box Revelation, Bad Nerves, Millionaire, J. Bernardt, Sore Losers, and many more. The festival features three stages: two dedicated to rock and one for dance.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25-26 July
location Stotert 77 - 2491, Olmen website www.rockolmen.be
FACTS
acts 28 capacity 4,000 type Outdoor ticketer tickoweb
organisation vzw Rock Olmen email info@rockolmen.be
booker Tim Toelen booker email Tim.Toelen1@telenet.be
BEACHWEEKEND
Beachweekend Loenhout started out as a small festival organized by Chiro Loenhout. Year after year it has grown to 18,000 visitors last year. we have a lot of volunteers who build an amazing stage and experience for our visitors. Friday and saturday are our main evenings with the best acts, but we have a free entrance on sunday with an additional volleybal tournament. The longest beachbar, the best cocktails and best atmosphere, for that you need to be in Loenhout!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 1-3 August location Beemdenweg, Loenhout website www.beachweekend.be
FACTS
type Outdoor ticketer Eventbrite
organisation Chiro Loenhout email info@beachweekend.be
RONQUIERES FESTIVAL
After 11 editions and over 450,000 festival-goers under the spell of the atmosphere and the exceptional location, high-level concerts, and a nomination at the festival awards as best new European festival, the Ronquières festival has established itself as a reference in the heart of the Belgian summer.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 1-3 August location Braine-le-Comte, Ronquières website www.ronquieresfestival.be/nl type Indoor+Outdoor
SUIKERROCK
Dance, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock, Urban
Suikerrock is a rock/popfestival in Tienen, in the centre of Belgium. It’s the first festival on the site of an active production facility.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 1-3 August
location Tiense Suikerraffinaderij, Bietenplein, Tienen website www.suikerrock.be
FACTS
acts 56 capacity 45,000 type Outdoor
organisation Suikerrock Tienen vzw email info@suikerrock.be
booker email booking@suikerrock.be
DANCE D-VISION
Dance, Hardstyle, Hard techno, House, Techno edition 13
Dance D-Vision is coming back on 1, 2 and 3 August 2025! Prepare yourself for a magical weekend full of surprises, exciting shows and unforgettable performances. Get carried away by the music, colourful decors and an energetic atmosphere. Don’t miss this adventure!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 1-3 August
location Bevegemse Vijvers, Zottegem website www.dance-d-vision.be
FACTS
acts 100 capacity 12,500 ticketer See Tickets
organisation Dance D-Vision email info@dance-d-vision.be
booker Dance D-Vision Artist Team booker email artists@dance-d-vision.be
MA FESTIVAL BRUGGE
Classic
MA Festival is a ten-day summer classical music festival in Bruges with some 25 concerts and activities. With the international MA Competition, MA Academy and the concert series Younger than Jesus, MA Festival is very much focused on young talent. In addition, activities such as the musical bike ride VéloBaroque are also very well known.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 1-10 August
location and surroundings, Bruges website www.mafestival.be
FACTS
acts 25 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer Ticketmatic
organisation MA Festival Brugge email info@mafestival.be
LOKERSE FEESTEN
edition 50
One of the major, most long-lasting open-air city festivals in Belgium yearly presents a wide range of music genres and artists spread over ten days. Artists over the past years included a.o. Neil Young, The Chemical Brothers, Morrissey, The Cure, Pixies, Faithless, The Prodigy, Die Antwoord, New Order, Christine & The Queens, Kasabian, Deep Purple, Van Morrison, Slayer and Motörhead. Our second stage, the Red Bull Music Room, offers you a club with the hottest new acts and dj’s.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 1-10 August
location Lokeren website www.lokersefeesten.be
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer Tickoweb
organisation Lokerse Feesten vzw email info@lokersefeesten.be
ANTILLIAANSE FEESTEN
Latin, Reggae, Urban edition 41
Welcome to the bravest & boldest Caribbean, Latin & Afro festival in the world. On the menu? A weekend full of flamboyant music set in a amazing festival atmosphere. Heat up your nights, enjoy the summer cocktails and dance till your feet touch the first beams of light.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7-9 August
location Blauwbossen, Hoogstraten website www.antilliaansefeesten.be
FACTS
acts 30 capacity 40,000 type Outdoor
ticketer See Tickets
organisation Belgium Oversees vzw email info@antilliaansefeesten.be
booker Pelle Verschueren
booker email pelle@antilliaansefeesten.be
ZEVERROCK
Dance, Hiphop, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock
Zeverrock is a pop- en rockfestival near Ghent. It takes place at the first weekend of August.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 8-9 August
location Blijpoelstraat, Zevergem website www.zeverrock.be
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 4,000 type Indoor+Outdoor price 25.00 EUR avg. day ticketer CM.com
organisation vzw zeverrock email info@zeverrock.be
booker Dagobert De Smet booker email info@zeverrock.be
FESTIVAL DRANOUTER
Folk, Pop, Roots, Singer-Songwriter, World edition 51
Despite being one of the eldest Belgian festivals, it is very much alive and kicking. Festival Dranouter is known for its main focus on folk music along with a broad program of different genres. The unique combination of powerful concerts, startling sideshows, children entertainment and colourful food stands makes Festival Dranouter an incredible destination for many festivalgoers.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 1-3 August
location Weide Festival Dranouter, Dranouter website www.festivaldranouter.be
FACTS
acts 60 capacity 52,000 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer See Tickets
organisation vzw Dranoeter email info@festivaldranouter.be
booker Bavo Vanden Broeck booker email info@festivaldranouter.be
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ALCATRAZ HARD
ROCK & METAL FESTIVAL
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FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 8-10 August
location Festival Area De Lange Munte, Kortijk website www.alcatraz.be
FACTS
FOLKFESTIVAL HAM
Folk, World edition 29
Small and cosy family festival with a focus on European folkmusic.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 8-10 August
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acts 100 capacity 15,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Apache Productions email info@alcatraz.be
booker Mario Mortier
booker email mario@alcatraz.be
location Genebosstraat 4, Ham website www.folkfestivalham.be/folkfestival-ham/index.html
FACTS
acts 15 capacity 1,500 type Outdoor price 40.00 EUR avg. day
organisation The celtic art gallery vzw email info@folkfestivalham.be
BOOMBALFESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21-24 August
location Lovendegem website www.boombalfestival.be organisation vzw Boombalfestival email info@boombalfestival.be
PAULUSFEESTEN
edition 52
7 days free festival in the city centre of Ostend (Belgium). Paulusfeesten offers a wide range of music, street entertainment, workshops and interactive acts.
CIRQUE@TAQUE
Free family festival for all ages in Ekeren, Antwerp.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 8-9 August
location Hof de Bist, Antwerpen website www.cirqueat.be
FACTS
type Outdoor
price Free
organisation Cirqueat vzw email info@cirqueat.beJokko
VOSTERTFEESTEN
edition 24
A 3-day glamrock festival in Bree. With local, national and international bands and artists for young and old.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22-24 August
location Vostert website www.vostertfeesten.be
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor email info@vostertfeesten.be
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12-18 August
location Sint-Petrus-en-Paulusplein, Oostende website www.paulusfeesten.be
FACTS
acts 100 capacity 10,000 type Outdoor
price Free
organisation Paulusfeesten vzw email secretariaat@paulusfeesten.be
WECANDANCE
Dance, Hiphop, House, Minimal, Techno
WECANDANCE is an annual summer festival that takes place on the beach in Zeebrugge. The festival owes its unique boutique identity to a mix of music, food and fashion, three cornerstones that are put forth towards a new theme for every edition.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 15-16 August
location Beach, Zeebrugge website www.wecandance.be
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation WECANDANCE email info@wecandance.be
MAANROCK
Classic, Dance, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Urban
During the last weekend of August, Mechelen’s city centre will host Maanrock. The free city festival started in 1996 as a small event with performances by local artists, meanwhile the city festival annually attracts more than 100,000 visitors. Each year we choose the broadest possible musical palette on different stages spread across several locations in Mechelen. In short: something for everyone.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21-24 August
location Binnenstad, Mechelen
website www.maanrock.be
FACTS
type Outdoor
price Free
organisation vzw Mechelen Feest
email info@dezomerisvanmechelen.be
booker Anthony Mistiaen
booker email anthony.mistiaen@mechelen.be
LAUS POLYPHONIAE
Classic
For over 30 years, Laus Polyphoniae, the summer festival of AMUZ (Flanders Festival Antwerp), has been a byword for musical excellence. Each year, Antwerp transforms into the epicenter of polyphony, with concerts held at the city’s most breathtaking venues. Since 1993, Laus Polyphoniae has played a unique role in restoring the prestige and global recognition of Flemish polyphony.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22-31 August
location Antwerpen website www.amuz.be
FACTS
acts 35 type Indoor
organisation AMUZ [Festival van Vlaanderen - Antwerpen] email info@amuz.be
FEEËRIEËN
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25-29 August
location Warandepark, Brussels website www.abconcerts.be/nl/agenda
FACTS
type Outdoor
price Free
organisation Ancienne Belgique email info@abconcerts.be
GEVARENWINKELFESTIVAL BLUES & ROOTS
Blues, Roots
A nice and friendly blues & roots festival in Belgium with national and international top artists from the contemporary blues scene.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 28-30 August
location Herselt Varenwinkel
website www.gevarenwinkelfestival.be
FACTS
acts 18 capacity 2,500 type Indoor+Outdoor
ticketer Ticket Monster
organisation vzw gevarenwinkelfestival email info@gevarenwinkelfestival.be
booker Bruno Verhoeven
booker email bookings@gevarenwinkelfestival.be
NUIT DES CHOEURS (STEMMEN ONDER DE STERREN)
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 29-30 August
location Villers-la-Ville
website www.nuitdeschoeurs.be
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Nuit des Choeurs
email info@nuitdeschoeurs.be
BUITENBEENPOP
Nederlandstalig, Pop edition 26
Buitenbeenpop is the biggest inclusion open-air festival adapted to the specific needs and wishes of people with disabilities in the broadest sense of the word. Listening to music, watching music and moving to music, it certainly evokes emotions in this target group.This festival is an extension of their music experience. A specific festival atmosphere is created taking into account the special support needs of people with disabilities such as: adapted sanitary and accessible lanes for wheelchairs.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 29 August
location Zegeplaats, Leopoldsburg website www.buitenbeenpop.be
FACTS
acts 7 capacity 7,500 type Outdoor
organisation Buitenbeenpop email voorzitter@buitenbeenpop.be
PUKKELPOP
Dance, Experimental, Hiphop, Pop, Rock edition 38
For over 40 years Pukkelpop selects a musical line-up with an alternative fringe. The festival has become one of Europe’s greatest outdoor music events with almost 200 current musical sensations, living legends and visionary alternative artists. It’s fun, relaxed, varied and very much built around the love of music!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14-17 August
location Kiewit, Hasselt website www.pukkelpop.be
FACTS
acts 180 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation The Factory email info@pukkelpop.be
booker Chokri Mahassine
booker email chokri@pukkelpop.be
CRAMMEROCK
edition 34
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5-7 September
location Stekene website www.crammerock.be
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Crammerock vzw email info@crammerock.be
MUSICA DIVINA
Classic, Experimental, Folk, Literature, World
The Festival of Flanders Kempen has been organising concerts in abbeys, beguinages and churches at the beginning of the new cultural season for more than 50 years. Musica Divina is a festival that focuses on quiet, a slower pace, contemplation and the religious heritage of the Kempen.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18 September-5 October
location Kempen website www.musica-divina.be/en
FACTS
acts 15 capacity 2,500 type Indoor
organisation Festival van Vlaanderen Kempen email kempen@festival.be
BLAUBLUES
Blues edition 25
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 8-9 November
location De Levaard, Haringe website www.blaublues.be
FACTS
type Indoor
organisation F.V. BLAUBLUES email jurgen.lahoutte@telenet.be
booker Jurgen Lahoutte booker email jurgen.lahoutte@telenet.be
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SNOWATTACK
edition 16
The biggest winter festival is being organized in 2025 for the 16th time in a brand new venue, Les 2 Alpes! Beneath the breathtaking vistas of the French Alps thousands of young people gather every year for the unparalelled experience of Snowattack. During the day there’s skiing and snowboarding, spiced up with unique programmes. After sunset all the music events start and provide an endless amount of parties until dawn with international and Hungarian acts. We’ll be up all week!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 25 January-1 February
location Les 2 Alpes website www.snowattack.hu/en
FACTS
acts 35 capacity 4,500 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Festival Travel International Ltd.
email info@snowattack.hu
booker Festival Travel International Ltd.
booker email info@snowattack.hu
TIME WARP
Time Warp DE is one the world’s most revered techno parties. Inhabiting Mannheim’s vast Maimarkthalle for over 15 hours, the multi-floor rave brings techno’s pioneers and brightest lights together under one roof. Renowned as much for the immersive environment it creates as for its unerringly impressive lineups, the festival makes ample use of lasers, lighting and visual-mapping to transform the venue into a techno wonderland.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 April
location Maimarkt, Mannheim website www.time-warp.de
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation cosmopop email wir@cosmopop.biz
LE PRINTEMPS DE BOURGES
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 15-20 April
location Bourges website www.printemps-bourges.com
TOMORROWLAND WINTER
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 15-22 March
, Alpe d’Huez website www.tomorrowland.com
FACTS
acts 200 capacity 20,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation WeAreOne.World email info@tomorrowland.com -
Let’s unite at the breathtaking French ski resort and mountains of Alpe d’Huez. Scheduled to take place from March 15-22, 2025, Tomorrowland Winter promises to become magical. High up in the beautiful mountains of Alpe d’Huez, People of Tomorrow from around the globe will be uniting again for a unique winter festival experience filled with snow, music and magic.
SNOWBOMBING
Snowbombing is so much more than just the music; it embodies creating unforgettable memories with your best mates and immersing yourself in unparalleled, unique experiences. Explore the endless wonders that await you at SB25…
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7-12 April
location Mayrhofen
website www.snowbombing.com
type Outdoor
INTERNATION CUBAN SALSA FESTIVAL DIAS CUBANOS
Over 7 days, it offers more than 100 Hours of classes, with 3 separate salons operating at any given time so that students can select their preferred style and level. Take classes in Cuban Salsa, Rueda de Casino, Reggaton, Cha Cha Cha, Bachata, Kizomba, Rumba or Folklorico, and then join us at night as we take the party to the hotest salsa clubs in Cuba. This year it will be held at National Hotel, one of 5 star hotels located in the central area of Vedado, overlooking the spectacular Malecon.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21-27 April
location Havana
website www.dancefestivalincuba.com
FACTS
organisation Dias Cubanos
email info@dancefestivalincuba.com
INTERNATIONAL MUSIC SUMMIT
International Music Summit is an educational, inspirational and motivational thought leadership platform dedicated to creating awareness of, and appreciation for, electronic music, the artistry related to DJ-ing and all related popular artforms, primarily through the presentation of summits and events that celebrate the historic and ongoing contribution of the genre to art and culture worldwide.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 23-25 April
location Destino Ibiza Pacha Resort
website www.internationalmusicsummit.com
email info@internationalmusicsummit.com
SHARPE FESTIVAL & CONFERENCE
SHARPE Festival is a multi-genre music festival & conference in Bratislava. Fresh and sharp music from Slovakia, Europe and beyond + education, networking and conference. All happening in an iconic Nová Cvernovka in Bratislava, a former chemistry school turned into an independent urban cultural and art centre.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 24-26 April
location Nova Cvernovka, Bratislava
website www.sharpe.sk
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation LALA music
email info@sharpe.sk
C/O POP FESTIVAL
In recent years, we have often proven that we are more than “just” a music festival. This spring, too, from April 23 to 27, you can experience not only musical highlights but also festival untypical things. Secure your festival or day tickets now - the limited Early Birds are actually already sold out.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 24-27 April
location Cologne
website www.c-o-pop.de
email info@c-o-pop.de
DUTCHWEEK FESTIVAL
The famous Dutchweek Festival is a huge event in the France Alps for more then 15 years now. Every last week of April or the first week of May, lots of Dutch party people are visiting Val Thorens again at the end of the snow season. Because the whole small village is loaded with friends from The Netherlands, this official ‘closing’ week is called ‘The Dutchweek’.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26 April-2 May
location Val Thorens website www.dutchweekfestival.com
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation The Footclub Dance Parties & 360 BAR email info@footclubevents.nl
MAYDAY
Hardcore, Hardstyle, Techno
MAYDAY is the most traditional German indoor event for electronic music. More than 30 national and international headliners present techno, hardtechno, hardstyle and hardcore on three floors.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 30 April
location Westfalenhallen, Dortmund website www.mayday.de
FACTS
acts 35 capacity 25,000 type Indoor
price 69.00 EUR avg. day ticketer myticket
organisation I-Motion GmbH email info@mayday.de
SPRING BREAK ISLAND
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 29 May-1 June
location Zrcè Beach, Novalja website www.springbreakisland.de
THE GREAT ESCAPE
Dance, Experimental, Folk, Pop, Rock
The Great Escape is the festival for new music, showcasing a diverse mix of the most exciting emerging, and yet-to-be discovered talent from around the world to music fans in Brighton. 450+ artists spanning over 30 nationalities perform across 700+ shows in 30+ gig venues each year. The line-up is carefully curated, spanning a wide variety of genres, it aims to attract anyone interested in discovering their next favourite artist - music fans, tastemakers and music industry professionals alike.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14-17 May
location various venues, Brighton website www.greatescapefestival.com
FACTS
acts 450 capacity 20,000 type Indoor
price 35.00 GBP avg. day ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation The Great Escape email info@greatescapefestival.com
booker Adam Ryan
booker email info@greatescapefestival.com
FIELD DAY LONDON
In the packed London festival scene, Field Day continues to stand apart from the crowd each summer. The outdoor festival has sold out every year since its inception in 2007 -- no wonder since Field Day’s alumni include Pixies, Metronomy, Animal Collective, Disclosure, Patti Smith, FKA Twigs, Savages, Of Montreal, and Run the Jewels. This bounty of indie rock also boasts the infamous Village Mentality which features a wry mix of team games, DIY side stalls, and competitive eating!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 24 May
location Victoria Park, London website www.fielddayfestivals.com
FACTS
type Outdoor email info@fielddayfestivals.com
JELLING MUSIKFESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 28-31 May
location Jelling website www.jellingmusikfestival.dk
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Jelling Musikfestival email info@jellingmusikfestival.dk
Mike
Massaro
COPENHAGEN DISTORTION FESTIVAL
Distortion started as an experimental party project in 1998. In 2000 it became a 5-day-long party-crawl going through one Copenhagen district per day. The magic started with plenty of intimate backyard grill parties, receptions, happenings, party bus and champagne boats, all over Copenhagen, with 30-200 people at each get-together.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-8 June
location Copenhagen website www.cphdistortion.dk organisation Nus/Nus ApS email info@nusnus.dk
PRIMAVERA SOUND
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-8 June
location Barcelona website www.primaverasound.es
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Primavera Sound email info@primaverasound.com
ROCK AM RING
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-8 June
location Flugplatz Mendig/Vulkaneifel, Nürburgring website www.rock-am-ring.com email info@mlk.com
SKIVE FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-7 June
location Strandvejen, Skive website www.skivefestival.dk type Indoor+Outdoor organisation Foreningen Skive Festival email info@skivefestival.dk
SWEDEN ROCK FESTIVAL
Classic rock, hard rock, metal and even some bluessomething for all tastes. Clean and neat, safe and secure. Ocean-near location, cozy grass hillsides and real lavatories. But most of all, a really friendly and good-natured atmosphere. Like one big family, with members from around 60 countries. The best audience in the world, quite frankly.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-7 June
location Blekinge, Sölvesburg website www.swedenrock.com
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Sweden Rock Festival email info@swedenrock.com
NOVA ROCK
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11-14 June
location Pannonia Fields, Nickelsdorf website www.novarock.at
type Outdoor
organisation Nova Music Entertainment GmbH
ORANGE WARSAW FESTIVAL
Dance, Hiphop, Pop, Rock, Urban edition 16
The most important musical event in the biggest Polish city. Orange Warsaw Festival is the perfect way to spend one of the first summer weekends of the year. Having welcomed huge names in recent years, including Nicki Minaj, Miley Cyrus, Tyler, The Creator, Sam Smith, Florence + The Machine, Ellie Goulding, and Troye Sivan, it is a place where an eclectic group of artists come together to perform and tens of thousands of people go for an outstanding and exciting festival experience.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-7 June
location Horse racetrack Warsaw - Slużewiec, Warsaw website www.orangewarsawfestival.pl/pl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 45,000 type Indoor+Outdoor organisation Alter Art Festival email kontakt@alterart.pl
booker Mikolaj Ziolkowski booker email kontakt@alterart.pl
W. Kaczmarek, Alter Art
WAVE-GOTIK-TREFFEN
Classic, Experimental, Folk, Gothic, Rock
Wave-Gotik-Treffen is the biggest arts & music festival for the dark alternative subculture in the world. * about 20.000 folks from all over the world attend every year * about 200 bands and artists appear every year * they perform in more than 50 locations (venues) spread all over the city - in concert halls, churches, cinemas, theatres, clubs etc. * furthermore there are: readings * classical concerts * opera performances * exhibitions * and much more...
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-9 June
location Several venues, Leipzig website www.wave-gotik-treffen.de
FACTS
acts 200 capacity 20,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Treffen und Festspielgesellschaft für Mitteldeutschland mbH
email info@wave-gotik-treffen.de
ROCK IM PARK
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-8 June
location Zeppelinfeld, Nürnberg website www.rock-im-park.com
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation ARGO Konzerte GmbH
email info@argo-konzerte.de
GREENFIELD FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12-14 June
location Interlaken
website www.greenfieldfestival.ch
type Outdoor
email info@greenfieldfestival.ch
ROCK FOR PEOPLE
Rock for People is a four-day music and camping festival held in stunning Czech Republic. Hailed as one of the best music festivals in Europe, last years Rock for People has hosted major international acts, making Rock for People a permanent fixture in the Czech calendar. Rock for People is a peaceful, friendly festival following sustainability and environmental trends, where people drink delicious local beer, make best friends, go swimming in the lake and dance all night to music.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11-14 June
location Park 360, Hradec Kralove website www.rockforpeople.com
FACTS
acts 130 capacity 40,000 type Outdoor
organisation AMEBA PRODUCTION
booker Luděk Motyčka booker email ludek@ameba.cz
NOS PRIMAVERA SOUND
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12-15 June
location Parque da Cidade, Porto website www.nosprimaverasound.com
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Pic-Nic Produções email info@nosprimaverasound.com
SÓNAR REYKJAVÍK
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12-14 June
location Barcelona website www.sonarreykjavik.com
FACTS
organisation Sonar Festival / Advanced Music email info@sonarreykjavik.com
SPRINGFESTIVAL
Springfestival is a mix of inspiring electronic music, art, design and technology in one of Europe’s finest second cities.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18-22 June
location Various venues, Graz website www.springfestival.at
type Indoor+Outdoor
email hello@springfestival.at
DOWNLOAD FESTIVAL
Metal, Rock
Download Festival is the world’s premier rock event that has seen some of most exciting bands in rock, pop punk, hardcore and metal perform on the sacred grounds of Donington Park, which has been associated with rock since the eighties.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13-15 June
location Castle Donington, Donington Park website downloadfestival.co.uk
FACTS
type Outdoor ticketer Ticketmaster organisation Live Nation UK email info@downloadfestival.co.uk
FIRENZE ROCKS
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 15 June
website www.firenzerocks.it
type Outdoor
email info@visarnoarena.it
ON THE WATERFRONT FESTIVAL
Classic, Dance, House, Pop, Rock edition 4
‘On the Waterfront’ returns in 2025 with four standalone, all-day events held in front of Liverpool’s iconic Three Graces and the stunning River Mersey as its backdrop. Now a firm fixture in the festival calendar, ‘On the Waterfront presents’ showcases some of the world’s most exciting artists across a wide range of genres. Previous performances include the likes of Nile Rodgers & CHIC, James, Camelphat, Deacon Blue, The Coral, Jamie Webster and The Zutons to name a few.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 19-22 June
location Pier Head, Liverpool website www.onthewaterfrontfestival.com
FACTS
acts 40 capacity 45,000 type Outdoor
price 60.00 GBP avg. day
ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Cream Global Ltd
email info@cream.co.uk
HELLFEST
For its 17th edition, the Hellfest will take place over 4 days with more than 200 bands and artists from extreme music.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 19-22 June
location Clisson
website www.hellfest.fr
email info@hellfest.fr
ISLE OF WIGHT FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 19-22 June
location Seaclose Park, Isle of Wight website www.isleofwightfestival.com
THIS IS SKA
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 19-21 June
location Wasserburg, Rosslau-Elbe website www.this-is-ska.de
type Outdoor email info@this-is-ska.de
SOUTHSIDE FESTIVAL
Hiphop, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter
Since 1999, the Southside Festival is the twin festival to the Hurricane Festival in northern Germany and takes place at the same weekend in Neuhausen ob Eck. Like its older brother, Southside presents well-known national and international acts and promising newcomers from Rock, Pop, Alternative and Hip Hop alike.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 20-22 June
location Take-Off Gewerbepark, Neuhausen ob Eck website www.southside.de
FACTS
capacity 60,000 type Outdoor ticketer in-house ticketing division
organisation FKP Scorpio Konzertproduktionen GmbH email presse@fkpscorpio.com
booker Stephan Thanscheidt booker email presse@fkpscorpio.com
HURRICANE FESTIVAL
Hiphop, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter
Since 1997, the Hurricane Festival takes place at the Eichenring in Scheeßel. Over the last years, the festival hosted internationally successful artists, well-known German acts and a big number of promising newcomers alike. Having its debut in 1999, the Southside Festival in the south of Germany is Hurricane’s twin offering the same artists from Rock, Alternative, Pop, Hip Hop and Electro in Neuhausen ob Eck.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 20-22 June
location Eichenring, Scheeßel website www.hurricane.de
FACTS
capacity 78,000 type Outdoor price 80.00 EUR avg. day ticketer in-house ticketing division
organisation FKP Scorpio Konzertproduktionen GmbH email presse@fkpscorpio.com
booker Stephan Thanscheidt booker email presse@fkpscorpio.com
Matthias Rhomberg
Christoph Eisenmenger
DONAUINSELFEST
The “Donauinselfest” (Danube Island Festival) has become one of the largest open-air festivals in Europe. Thanks to the commitment of the organizers, the staff and the sponsoring partners, everyone can enjoy this event for free.
Performances take place on the festival area at a length of 4.5 km on 13 different open-air stages and in 16 tented areas around the island. Besides local bands and DJs, many world-famous artists have performed since the establishment of the festival in 1984.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 20-22 June
location Donauinsel, Wien website www.donauinselfest.at
FACTS
acts 800 type Outdoor
price Free
organisation Pro Event Team für Wien GmbH email office@proevent.at
IN THE PARK NEWCASTLE
Dance, Pop, Rock
We’re excited to announce a brand-new show coming to the North East in 2025 - In the Park Festival.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21 June
location Leazes Park, Newcastle website www.intheparkfestival.com/newcastle
FACTS
acts 7 capacity 5,000 type Outdoor
ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Cream Global Ltd email info@cream.co.uk
booker Booker
booker email info@cream.co.uk
TINDERBOX
Tinderbox is one of Denmark’s largest music festivals. Every year it presents a star packed and broad lineup of international world artists, the best from the Danish music stage and electronic music, which blasts through the speakers on the explosive, electronic stage, Magicbox.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26-28 June
location Tusindaarsskoven, Odense website www.tinderbox.dk
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Down The Drain Production email info@tinderbox.dk
HIDEOUT
Hideout will be celebrating by bringing the biggest names in electronic music across five packed festival days. Sitting along Croatia’s stunning Zrce Beach, five open-air venues will host the week-long party, with pool parties by day rolling through to headline shows right until the early hours of the morning. All of this, plus 12 boat parties, our famous beach party and much, much more!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22-26 June
location Zrce beach, Novalja website www.hideoutfestival.com
FACTS
type Outdoor
email info@hideoutfestival.com
VAINSTREAM ROCKFEST
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27-28 June
location Hawerkamp, Munster website www.vainstream.com
type Outdoor
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OPENAIR ST.GALLEN
Folk, House, Pop, Rock, Urban
The OpenAir St.Gallen is one of the oldest festivals in Switzerland. It’s close to the city and it’s the second biggest festival in the German part of the country. The camping site is included in the festival area – no boundaries between sleeping and going to the shows. If you’re lucky you’ll be able to see your favourite band perform on stage while you’re relaxing in front of your tent. It is located in the valley of the river Sitter surrounded by trees - unique!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26-29 June
location Sittertobel, St.Gallen website www.openairsg.ch
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation OpenAir St.Gallen AG email media@openairsg.ch
Manuel Lopez
PROVINSSI
Since its beginning Provinssi has always presented both the hottest and freshest new acts as well as the biggest international and local superstars. In addition to high-level production services, Provinssi is also known for its unique atmosphere, due to its closeness to the wild nordic nature and the river crossing through the festival grounds. During three fantastic days Provinssi is visited by a huge amount of people who enjoy music, art, Finnish summer and above all: the company of others.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 26-28 June
location Törnävänsaari, Seinäjoki website www.provinssi.fi
type Outdoor
EUROPAVOX
Europavox was born in the heart of Auvergne, in 2006, with the desire to show European musical diversity. With hundreds of concerts in Clermont-Ferrand but also in all parts of France and Europe, thousands of festival-goers each year, a European network that grows every year, Europavox defends a positive, citizen-centered and committed vision of Europe through all types of music.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 27-29 June
location Various venues, Clermont-Ferrand website www.europavoxfestivals.com
type Outdoor
email info@europavox.com
ROSKILDE FESTIVAL
Dance, Hiphop, Metal, Rock, World
With approximately 180 music acts in the line-up performing on eight stages and over 100,000 passionate music lovers gathered for a full week, Denmark’s Roskilde Festival is among the most cutting-edge and unique music festivals in the world. A position the festival has held for over six decades.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 28 June-5 July
location Roskilde website www.roskilde-festival.dk/en
FACTS
acts 180 capacity 85,000 type Outdoor
ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Roskilde Festival Charity Society email info@roskilde-festival.dk
booker Anders Wahrén booker email info@roskilde-festival.dk
SH Luftfoto
OPEN’ER FESTIVAL
Experimental, Hiphop, Pop, Rock, Urban edition 22
One of the biggest festivals in Europe and a 3 x European Festival Awards winner for Best Major Festival, with over 130k visitors last year. Throughout over 2 decades it welcomed iconic headliners like Prince, Coldplay, Dua Lipa, Bruno Mars, Lana Del Rey, Kendrick Lamar, Jay-Z, The Weeknd, Foo Fighters, and Arctic Monkeys. In addition to a crossover line-up, Open’er combines music with other forms of art and culture, including theatre, exhibitions and colourful installations.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 2-5 July
location Kosakowo Airport, Gdynia website www.opener.pl
FACTS
acts 100 capacity 80,000 type Outdoor price 59.00 PLN avg. day
organisation Alter Art Festival email kontakt@alterart.pl
booker Mikołaj Ziółkowski booker email kontakt@alterart.pl
BALATON SOUND
Dance, Dubstep, House, Minimal, Techno
Balaton Sound brings world’s best dj’s and urban acts to the shore of Lake Balaton. Thanks to the relaxing atmosphere, temperatures of around 30 degrees and its location alongside and on top of the turquoise lake, Balaton Sound is known as the ultimate summer festival of Europe. The perfect spot to chill and sunbathe, watch beautiful sunsets and dance the night away at the best parties.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3-6 July
location Beach of Lake Balaton, Zamárdi website www.balatonsound.com
FACTS
capacity 170,000 type Outdoor price 200.00 EUR avg. day
organisation Sziget Cultural Management email info@balatonsound.nl
LES EUROCKÉENNES
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3 July
website www.eurockeennes.fr
K. Kot, Alter Art
NORTHSIDE
NorthSide is an urban festival located within walking distance of downtown Aarhus, which works with the core values Innovation, Sustainability, and Music, and the festival is created in collaboration with its audience. Ecology and recycling are major parts of the festival alongside a strong an unique line-up. This has helped NorthSide to evolve into the third largest festival in Denmark attracting 35.000 people each year.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 July
location Eskelunden, Aarhus website www.northside.dk
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Down The Drain email info@tinderbox.dk
SPLASH! FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3-5 July
location Ferropolis, Gräfenhainichen website www.splash-festival.de
FACTS type Outdoor
organisation Splash! Entertainment GmbH & Co. KG email info@splash-festival.de
MONTREUX JAZZ FESTIVAL
Hiphop, Jazz, Pop, Rock, Techno
Founded in 1967, over the years the Montreux Jazz Festival has become an indispensable event for music fans in Switzerland and around the world. Its stages have been graced by all of music’s greats, from Miles Davis to Nina Simone and from David Bowie to Elton John. Whereas jazz constitutes the Festival’s historic core, other styles of music were quickly integrated.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-19 July
location Montreux Music & Convention Center, House of Jazz website www.montreuxjazzfestival.com
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer Ticketcorner
organisation Foundation du Festival de Jazz de Montreux email info@mjf.ch
BILBAO BBK LIVE
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10-12 July
location Kobetamendi, Bilbao website www.bilbaobbklive.com email press@lasttour.org
RUISROCK
Hiphop, Metal, Pop, Rock, Urban edition 54
Ruisrock is the biggest music festival in Finland and one of the oldest in Europe as it has been organized from 1970. The festival with the capacity of 35 000 visitors per day takes place in the beautiful island of Ruissalo just outside the city of Turku. The headliners of the past years include The Chainsmokers, Lil Nas X, Playboi Carti, Megan Thee Stallion, Major Lazer, Travis Scott, Martin Garrix, The 1975 and Skrillex. The 2025 edition is the 54th Ruisrock Festival.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4-6 July
location Ruissalo Park, Turku website www.ruisrock.fi
FACTS
acts 120 capacity 35,000 type Outdoor ticketer Tiketti
organisation Vantaan Festivaalit Oy email ruisrock@ruisrock.fi
RUHR-IN-LOVE
Dance, Hardcore, Hardstyle, House, Techno
Festival of the “electronic music family”: Open-air event during the day. 35 colourful and imaginatively designed floors are presented by various major players of the scene (clubs, event organisers, record labels, booking agencies, radio stations etc.). The Center-Stage features international headliners. The AfterParties: from 10pm in about 10 clubs and party locations all over North Rhine-Westphalia.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 5 July
location OlgaPark, Oberhausen website www.ruhr-in-love.de
FACTS
acts 350 capacity 40,000 type Outdoor ticketer myticket
organisation I-Motion GmbH email info@ruhr-in-love.de
Saara
Autere
ELECTRIC LOVE FESTIVAL
Dance, Dubstep, Hardcore, Hardstyle, Hard techno edition 12
ELECTRIC LOVE FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3-5 July
location Salzburgring
website www.electriclove.at
FACTS
acts 200 capacity 180,000 type Outdoor
ticketer See Tickets
organisation Electric Love GmbH & Co KG
email info@electriclove.at -
The Electric Love Festival, set in the beautiful Salzburg Lake District, unites people through the power of music. With a world-class lineup spanning EDM, Hard Dance, Bass Music, (Hard) Techno, and Hip-Hop, Electric Love creates an unforgettable spirit of connection, joy, and freedom, where every beat turns into resonating love.
POHODA FESTIVAL
Classic, Dance, Experimental, Hiphop, Rock edition 28
“Jubilant three days where the feel-good vibes are reflected by a stellar, diverse lineup. Guests are treated like family, and there is truly something for everyone.”The Independent Pohoda is a music and arts festival with an international acclaim, where alternative, indie, electronica, world music & punk meet classical; alongside literature, dance, visual art, film and theatre.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10-12 July
location Airport Trenčín, Trenčín website www.pohodafestival.sk/en
FACTS
acts 130 capacity 30,000 type Outdoor organisation Pohoda Festival email office@pohodafestival.sk
booker Michal Kaščák booker email michal@pohodafestival.sk
ULTRA EUROPE
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 11-13 July
location Split
website www.ultraeurope.com
type Outdoor
email info@ultraeurope.com
EXIT FESTIVAL
EXIT is an award-winning summer music festival held at the Petrovaradin Fortress in the city of Novi Sad, Serbia, the European Capital of Culture in 2021 and European Youth Capital 2019. EXIT is much more than just a summer music festival, EXIT is made up of its people – it was founded in 2000 as a student movement, so as to fight for freedom and democracy in Serbia. Now, its uniqueness lies in its mind-blowing location, artistic diversity and 20+ year long history of social activism.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10-13 July
location Petrovaradin Fortress, Novi Sad website www.exitfest.org
type Outdoor
organisation EXIT Foundation email answerme@exitfest.org
NOS ALIVE
Since 2007, NOS Alive has established itself as one of the best festivals on the European circuit, having been considered the most reputable music event of 2022 and with great prominence in several national media and international. It was the stage for memorable concerts by bands such as Arctic Monkeys, Pearl Jam, Coldplay, Sam Smith, Grace Jones, Metallica, The Weeknd, Stromae, Lizzo, Rage Against The Machine, Radiohead, Florence + the Machine, Green Day, Neil Young or Bob Dylan.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 10-12 July
location Passeio Marítimo de Algés, Oeiras, Lissabon website www.nosalive.com email geral@everythingisnew.pt
TRENAFESTIVAL
The most exotic and exclusive culture event in Norway far, far out in the sea on the polar circle, you will find a fantastic music festival on a remote island. The small fisherman community invites 3500 festival guests for a lifetime experience. The artists, the guests, sea eagles, the mighty midnight sun, the mysterious mountains, the wind and the ocean bring love and promises of barefoot luxury. Traenafestival is the final proof that paradice is no where near the tropics…
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 9-12 July
location Træna website www.trena.net
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Trænafestivalen email jim@trena.net
LOVE FAMILY PARK
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 12-13 July
location Rüsselsheim am Main website www.lovefamilypark.com
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Cosmopop email wir@cosmopop.biz
ELECTRIC CASTLE
Experimental, Hiphop, Minimal, Pop, Rock edition 11
A 5-day music festival that takes place on the amazing domain of Banffy Castle in Romania. Electric Castle shakes up the way people interact with a festival by combing an eclectic musical lineup with arts, technology and a visually innovative concept.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 16-20 July
location Bánffy Castle, Cluj website www.electriccastle.com
FACTS
acts 250 capacity 50,000 type Outdoor organisation SC Electricity Project SRL email contact@electriccastle.ro booker Edmond Lenarth
booker email edmond.lenarth@electriccastle.ro
GURTENFESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 16-19 July
location Bern
website www.gurtenfestival.ch
type Outdoor
organisation Migros email info@gurtenfestival.ch
COLOURS OF OSTRAVA
Experimental, Jazz, Pop, Rock, World edition 22
An international, multi-genre music festival organised annually since 2002. The festival is held in the city center of Ostrava on the site of a former metallurgical works, mines and ironworks. Over 350 events are ranging from bands, DJs, films, open discussions, workshops, theatre, poetry, to art installations. MELTINGPOT - the largest live multidisciplinary discussion platform in Europe provides a modern platform for discussion and exchange of innovative ideas in various field.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 16-19 July
location Dolni Vitkovice, Ostrava website www.colours.cz
FACTS
acts 130 capacity 53,000 type Indoor+Outdoor price 200.00 EUR avg. day
organisation Colour Production email informace@colours.cz
booker Pavla Slivova booker email pavla@colours.cz
FESTIVAL INTERNACIONAL DE BENICÀSSIM (FIB)
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 17-20 July
location Castellón, Benicássim website www.fiberfib.com
type Outdoor email INFO@FIBERFIB.COM
G! FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 17-19 July
location Gøtusandur, Syðrugøta website www.gfestival.com email info@gfestival.com
SEA YOU FESTIVAL
Located in one of the warmest places in Germany you can expect a unique festival landscape with a beautiful lake and lots of special features, which you can only experience with us at the Tunisee (near Freiburg im Breisgau). Be there when it’s time for Beach Republic in July 2025 and spend an unforgettable summer weekend with your friends!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18-20 July
location Tunisee, Freiburg website www.seayou-festival.de
FACTS
type Outdoor organisation togis
DEICHBRAND FESTIVAL
Hiphop, Metal, Pop, Rock, Techno edition 20
Once started as a local festival, the DEICHBRAND Festival on the North Sea is now one of the most popular and largest music festivals in Germany. Around 120 bands, live acts and DJs perform on six stages over four days. More than 60,000 freaks and folk, fans and friends enjoy a colorful program in a fantastic atmosphere. In addition, there’s a spectacular supporting program with different special offers, a world-class food-line-up and great workshops.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 17-20 July
location Cuxhaven/Nordholz, Wurster Nordseeküste
website www.deichbrand.de
FACTS
acts 120 capacity 60,000 type Outdoor
price 199.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer CTS Eventim
organisation ESK Events & Promotion GmbH
email info@deichbrand.de
booker Theresa Groß
booker email gross@deichbrand.de
LES VIEILLES CHARRUES
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 17-20 July
location Kerampuilh Carhaix-Plouguer
website www.vieillescharrues.asso.fr
email info@vieillescharrues.asso.fr
LOLLAPALOOZA PARIS
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18-20 July
location Hippodrome Paris Longchamp website www.lollaparis.com
type Outdoor
email info@lollaparis.com
PAROOKAVILLE
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18-20 July
location Airport Weeze website www.parookaville.com
type Outdoor
ARENAL SOUND
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 30 July-3 August
location Playa de El Arenal, Burriana (Castellon) website www.arenalsound.com
type Outdoor
email info@arenalsound.com
ILOSAARIROCK
Dance, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter edition 53
Ilosaarirock, known locally as the best weekend of the summer, takes place in Joensuu from the 18th to the 20th of July, 2025.
Ilosaarirock is much loved and treasured by both itts organiser and guests, bringing together a crowd of over 70.000 people annually for one happy, lively and openminded weekend.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 18-20 July
location Laulurinne, Joensuu website www.ilosaarirock.fi
FACTS
acts 60 capacity 74,000 type Outdoor
organisation Ilosaarirock email info@ilosaarirock.fi
PALÉO FESTIVAL NYON
Hiphop, Pop, Rock, Urban, World
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 22-27 July
location Plaine de l’Asse, Nyon website www.paleo.ch
FACTS
type Outdoor ticketer Secutix
organisation Paléo Arts & Spectacles email info@paleo.ch
ØYAFESTIVALEN
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-9 August
location Toyenparken, Oslo website www.oyafestivalen.com
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Øyafestivalen email info@oyafestivalen.com
Henri
Huikuri / Ilosaarirock Festival 2024
Paléo/Nicolas Patault
DAS FEST KARLSRUHE
DAS FEST, one of the largest open-air events in Germany, has been taking place in Karlsruhe’s Günther-Klotz-Park since 1985. From its beginnings as a small openair festival, over the years DAS FEST has become a favourite event for fans from Karlsruhe and far beyond with some 220,000 visitors every year.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 24-27 July
location Günther-Klotz-Anlage, Karlsruhe website www.dasfest.de
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Karlsruhe Marketing und Event GmbH email info@dasfest.net
LATITUDE FESTIVAL
Comedy, Dance, Literature, Pop, Singer-Songwriter
Latitude, the pioneering, award-winning festival bursts with the very best from Music and the Arts; wander from Film to Music, Comedy to Literature and Theatre to Poetry in the stunning setting of Henham Park in the Suffolk countryside.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 24-27 July
location Henham Park, Suffolk website www.latitudefestival.com
FACTS
type Outdoor ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Festival Republic email info@latitudefestival.co.uk
Sarah Koury | Festival Republic
BENATSKÁ! S IMPULSEM
edition 31
Benátská! s Impulsem is the oldest mainstream festival in Czech republic.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 24-27 July
location Sportovní areál Vesec, Liberec website www.benatska.cz
FACTS
capacity 20,000 type Outdoor price 55.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Ticketportal organisation První festivalová s.r.o. email produkce@benatska.cz
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BESTIVAL
We want campers to be prepared to travel to new dimensions and festival galaxies as we head to the fields for four days of incredible family fun next summer. From aliens, astronauts, planets and stars, Camp Bestival Dorset’s ‘Intergalactic, Aliens and Space’ theme will transform the grounds of Lulworth Castle into an other-worldly cosmos for an out of this world festival experience.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 31 July-3 August
location Dorset, East Lulworth website dorset.campbestival.net
type Outdoor-
WACKEN OPEN AIR
Featuring: Within Temptation, Papa Roach, Machine Head, Guns n’ Roses, Apocalyptica, Dimmu Borgir, DevilDriver, Gojira, Walls Of Jericho, Ministry, August Burns Red, Obituary, Saxon, Orange Goblin and many more.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 30 July-2 August
location Hauptstraße 47, Wacken website www.wacken.com type Indoor email headquarter@wacken.com
TAUBERTAL-FESTIVAL
In the heart of the ‚Taubertal‘ valley, with the backdrop of the beautiful medieval town of Rothenburg ob der Tauber, ‚the Eiswiese‘ provides an exceptional site for an open air festival. As well as the great location, this event is genuinely different from other open air events. As we are limited by the natural amphitheatre of the site, for us, it is a question of: ’size does not matter; it`s what you do with it. Yes, that`s what counts, folks.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7-10 August
location Eiswiese, Rothenburg ob der Tauber website www.taubertal-festival.de
FACTS
acts 45 capacity 15,000 type Outdoor
organisation Konzert-Agentur-Rothenburg GmbH email info@konzert-agentur-rothenburg.de
NATURE ONE
Hardcore, Hardstyle, House, Techno, Trance
Germany’s most traditional outdoor festival for electronic music celebrates its 30th edition: 4 days and 3 nights. Over 350 DJs and live acts. 4 main floors and 18 “clubfloors” on the former missile base Pydna (near Kastellaun). Bungee jumping, fireworks, laser show and much more.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 31 July-3 August
location Raketenbasis Pydna, Kastellaun/Hunsrück website www.nature-one.de
FACTS
acts 350 capacity 65,000 type Outdoor ticketer myticket
organisation I-Motion GmbH email info@nature-one.de -
POL’AND’ROCK FESTIVAL
Folk, Hardcore, Metal, Reggae, Rock edition 31
One of the most unique rock festivals in the world, Pol’and’Rock will be celebrating its 31st anniversary! The free three-day event, always held at the end of July or the beginning of August in Western Poland, attracts masses of people from all over Europe. Its organizer, the Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity, is one of the biggest and most respected charity foundations in Poland, whose mission it is to provide Polish children’s hospitals with state-of-the-art medical equipment.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 31 July-2 August location Czaplinek website en.polandrockfestival.pl
FACTS
acts 45 capacity 500,000 type Outdoor price Free
organisation The Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity Foundation email wosp@wosp.org.pl
booker Bartek Stolarek booker email b.stolarek@wosp.org.pl
Igor Kohutnicki
OFF FESTIVAL
Experimental, Hiphop, Rock, Techno, World
We launched OFF Festival not to win friends, but to intrigue and inspire people and to provoke discussion. The history of our Festival is made up of hundreds, perhaps thousands of testimonies to the fact that music changes people. People, in turn, change the world. OFF Festival is more than just a musical event, it’s a way of life, one that flies in the face of current trends and stays true to itself, and the ethos of organiser Artur Rojek is firmly aimed at supporting new and ambitious music.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 1-3 August
location Dolina Trzech Stawów, Katowice website www.off-festival.pl
FACTS
type Outdoor ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation Fundacja Independent email info@off-festival.pl
SPEKTRUM
Hiphop, Urban
Hamburg’s biggest hip-hop festival is back in 2025, ready to bring a day full of beats, bars, and mayhem.
The lineup promises a lot: headliners, scene legends, and fresh newcomers – with rap as the focus, but the vibes will set the tone. Get ready for genre-crossing sounds, (electronic) DJ sets; for moshpits and takeovers.
Located right by the Elbe and easily accessible by S-Bahn, SPEKTRUM has the most beautiful festival grounds. Hamburg, are you ready for this?!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 2 August
location Harbour - Wilhelmsburg, Hamburg website www.spektrum.ms
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Kopf & Steine GmbH email presse@kopfundsteine.de
Rufus
Engelhard (@rengtones)
BRUTAL ASSAULT
Experimental, Hardcore, Metal, Rock
A unique, multi-genre line-up of 130 artists, breaking down barriers and boundaries! A fresh mix of ug’ talents and stellar headliners in 4 days spread over 5 stages in a diverse festival grounds in an 18th century military fortress!
An extensive chill-out zone, a natural stand opposite the main stages, underground catacombs, art galleries, horror cinema, plenty of seating inside the fortress walls, czech beers, gastro-experiences and many other attractions.
A new level of dark arts experience!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-9 August
location Fortress Josefov, Jaromer website www.brutalassault.cz
FACTS
acts 130 capacity 20,000 type Outdoor
organisation Brutal Assault Agency s.r.o. email info@brutalassault.com -
SZIGET FESTIVAL
Dance, Hiphop, Pop, Rock, World
Sziget Festival is one of the biggest multicultural events of Europe. The 6-day festival attracts more than 500.000 fans from all over the world to a beautiful island in the heart of Budapest. Not only the best international music artists perform here, the festival also offers an extensive side program with circus, theater, dance, film, sports, comedy, workshops and much more.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 6-11 August
location Óbudai island, Budapest website www.szigetfestival.com
FACTS
capacity 500,000 type Outdoor price 269.00 EUR avg. day
organisation Sziget Cultural Management -
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HALDERN POP FESTIVAL
Haldern Pop Festival is located in the lovely Lower Rhine Region within the close proximity of the Dutch border. Its 37th edition inbetween embraces a wide range of musical styles incorporating electro, folk, chamber-pop and – yes – rock music. With the attention of the audience concentrated the 7000 visitors can focus on the essential. This festival taps it’s power from it’s music loving guests, creating this so special atmosphere with their kind and peaceful ways.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7-9 August
location Alter Reitplatz, Haldern website www.haldernpop.com
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Raum 3 Konzertveranstaltungs GmbH
email info@haldern-pop.de
booker Stefan Reichmann
booker email info@haldern-pop.de
ROCCO DEL SCHLACKO
Hiphop, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter edition 24
Since the beginning in 1999 the festival developed imposingly. Once started as a local festival, Rocco del Schlacko is meanwhile an integrant part of the German live music business. Organised by a passionate team, the festival grew so much that “Rocco” had to move twice until the suitable capacity for about 24.000 visitors and campers could be provided. The green location Sauwasen is surrounded by tall, shady trees which give the festival an idyllic ambiance.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7-9 August
location Sauwasen, Püttlingen / Saarland website www.rocco-del-schlacko.de
FACTS
acts 40 capacity 24,000 type Outdoor
price 60.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Presented for People Webshop
organisation Presented for People GmbH & Co KG
email info@rocco-del-schlacko.de
booker Thilo Ziegler
booker email tz@rocco-del-schlacko.de
Christian Walter
Festival
UNTOLD FESTIVAL
Dance, Dubstep, Hiphop, Pop, Techno
UNTOLD Festival is an electronic dance music festival in the middle of the biggest student city of Romania: Cluj-Napoca. The festival is all about experience, with lots of visual effects, fireworks and other spectaculair stuff lighting up a big stadium. Every electronic genre is represented, with stages dedicated to the likes of techno, drum & bass/dubstep, trance and more. The Romanian event welcomes 75.000 visitors every day.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7-10 August
location Cluj Arena, Cluj-Napoca website www.untold.com
FACTS
acts 145 capacity 75,000 type Outdoor organisation SHARE Cluj-Napoca Federation -
WAY OUT WEST
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 7-9 August
location Slottsskogen, Göteborg website www.wayoutwest.se
type Outdoor
email info@wayoutwest.se
MALMÖFESTIVALEN
edition 40
The Malmo Festival is the warm, friendly and sustainable festival taking place durring eight days, every August since 1985. Right in the heart of the city you will experience everything from groundbreaking music, art and culture to a variety of food that reflects the intercultural vibes and people of Malmö. With over one million visits per year the festival is one of the largest in Scandinavia. Everyone is welcome and the festival has free entrance!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 8-15 August
location City, Malmö
website www.malmofestivalen.se
FACTS
acts 600 type Outdoor
price Free
organisation City of Malmö, Real Estate, Streets and parks department, Event division
email malmofestivalen@malmo.se
SONNE MOND STERNE
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 8-10 August
location Saalburgbeach
website www.sonnemondsterne.de
ELECTRISIZE
Dance, Hardstyle, House, Techno
Stunning stage designs & the very best in dance music, techno, hardstyle & party sounds. 3 festival days, 4 camping nights, 5 stages & more than 100 artists – and yet a festival of short ways and togetherness. Electrisize is located close to the Dutch border & idyllically situated between fields & an old monastery. Established in 2009, some of the most famous DJs have become members of the Electrisize family over the last 14 years - from Avicii & Don Diablo to Nicky Romero & Oliver Heldens.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 8-10 August
location Haus Hohenbusch, Erkelenz
website www.electrisize.de
FACTS
acts 120 capacity 40,000 type Outdoor
price 65.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer See Tickets
organisation KulturGarten GmbH
email family@electrisize.de
booker Electrisize Artist Team
booker email info@electrisize.de
FLOW FESTIVAL
Experimental, Jazz, Pop, Techno, World
One of the leading boutique festivals in Europe, Flow Festival, is celebrated in Helsinki’s Suvilahti on August 8–10, 2024. Flow presents an international and high-quality program made of the brightest stars in pop and indie, the biggest names in DJ and club music, and a wide-ranging collection of experimental arts and music. Flow is known for its stellar restaurant selection, extensive responsibility program, and unique post-industrial festival site. The festival will host around 150 artists.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 8-10 August
location Suvilahti, Helsinki website www.flowfestival.com
FACTS
acts 150 capacity 90,000 type Outdoor
organisation Flow Festival Oy email office@flowfestival.com
booker Booking team
booker email booking@flowfestival.com
Electrisize
SHUTDOWN FESTIVAL
Hardcore, Hardstyle
A finished but never activated nuclear power plant is for sure a worldwide phenomena! Equally incomparable is the breath-taking scenery of the power plant, situated next to the Danube in the middle of endless green fields in Lower Austria. No doubt that this is one of the most extraordinary venues for an outdoor hard dance festival. Shutdown Festival combines Mainstage - HardcoreFreestyle/Early - Raw - Uptempo/Terror (5 Stages) – the hard dance community gathers here in Zwentendorf.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 9 August
location Nuclear Power Plant Zwentendorf
website www.shutdownfestival.at
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer See Tickets
organisation Independent Event GmbH
email info@shutdownfestival.at
M’ERA LUNA
Gothic, Metal, Rock
Gothic fans from all over the world gather annually in Hildesheim/ Drispenstedt to spent a weekend among like-minded people. They enjoy music from Gothic to Electro to medieval to rock, the fancy stalls and shopping oppotunities, the medieval market, the fashion show and most importantly the relaxed atmosphere among friends.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 9-10 August
location Flugplatz Hildesheim / Drispenstedt
website www.meraluna.de
FACTS
acts 40 capacity 25,000 type Outdoor
price 50.00 EUR avg. day
organisation FKP Scorpio Konzertproduktionen GmbH
email presse@fkpscorpio.com
booker Stephan Thanscheidt booker email presse@fkpscorpio.com
Frank Embacher
CIRCUIT FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 9-17 August
location Barcelona
website www.circuitfestival.net organisation Matinée Group email info@matineegroup.com
FM4 FREQUENCY FESTIVAL
With an average attenDANCE of about 50.000 folks per festival day, the FM4 Frequency in St. Pölten is one of the biggest music festivals in Austria. After last years amazing shows from acts like Gorillaz, Imagine Dragons, Macklemore, Die Antwoord, Bastille, Kaleo and many more, Frequency will kill it again with an awesome line-up. The DAY- and NIGHTPARK offer more than 16 hours of music on 7 different stages on every festival day. Come and join the madness!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14-16 August
location Green Park, St. Pölten website www.frequency.at type Indoor+Outdoor
MEADOWS IN THE MOUNTAINS FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14 August
location Rhodope Mountains, Plovdiv website www.meadowsinthemountains.com type Outdoor email info@meadowsinthemountains.com
SUMMER BREEZE OPEN AIR
Hardcore, Metal, Rock
SUMMER BREEZE Open Air is approaching its 25th anniversary. For the 16th time in a row already, the metallic breeze will blow in beautiful Dinkelsbuehl, Germany from August 14th to 17th. As usual, this year’s SUMMER BREEZE will take place over four days on the Aeroclub Dinkelsbuehl airfield between Sinbronn and Illenschwang.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 13-16 August
location Flugplatz Sinbronn, Dinkelsbühl website www.summer-breeze.de
FACTS
acts 120 capacity 45,000 type Outdoor organisation Silverdust GmbH email mail@silverdust.de
LA CABARET VERT
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 14-17 August
location Square Bayard, Charleville-Mézières website www.cabaretvert.com email info@cabaretvert.com
SONUS FESTIVAL
Picture a small, sunny island just off the coast of Croatia. Imagine your favourite artists playing open air, just a few steps away from the beach. Envision yourself taking a dip in the crystal clear Adriatic Sea in between parties. Sounds like a dream? Well, at Sonus it all comes true: Your perfect summer rave adventure happens right on the shores of Pag Island.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 17-21 August
location Pag Island
website www.sonus-festival.com
type Indoor+Outdoor
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DIMENSIONS FESTIVAL
Underground electronic music in an enclave on the Adriatic.
Taking place at the Garden Resort, Tisno
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 28 August-1 September
location The Garden Resort, Tisno website www.dimensionsfestival.com
FACTS type Outdoor
organisation NVS PROMOTIONS email info@dimensionsfestival.com
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HIGHFIELD FESTIVAL
Hiphop, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter
Highfield is the biggest indie rock festival in eastern Germany. The festival grounds are located on the peninsula of Magdeborn on the shores of the Störmthal lake in the municipality of Großpösna next to Leipzig. The area offers plenty of space for three days of live concerts of national and international acclaim. The camping area is equally spacious and offers many lodging possibilities. Additionally, the festival also boasts its own beach, making it truly unforgettable.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 15-17 August
location Störmthaler See, Grosspösna / Leipzig website www.highfield.de
FACTS
acts 40 capacity 35,000 type Outdoor ticketer inhouse ticketing-division
organisation FKP Scorpio Konzertproduktionen GmbH email presse@fkpscorpio.com
booker Stephan Thanscheidt booker email presse@fkpscorpio.com
Frank Embacher
MS DOCKVILLE FESTIVAL
Dance, Hiphop, Literature, Pop, Rock
Every year, MS DOCKVILLE Festival combines music and art in a very special atmosphere in the harbour of Hamburg. More than 140 acts – DJs, bands and soloartists – and a diverse program of workshops, performances, readings and other non-musical happenings entertain the visitors. The festival site is artful and unique at the same time, a figurehead of Hamburgs and Germany’s vibrant indie culture.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 15-16 August
location Hamburg
website www.msdockville.de
FACTS
acts 200 capacity 60,000 type Outdoor
organisation Kopf & Steine GmbH
email presse@kopfundsteine.de -
CREAMFIELDS UK
Dance, Hardstyle, House, Techno, Trance
As one of the worlds biggest electronic music festivals, there are few who compare to Creamfields. Now in its 28th year, the 4 day dance festival behemoth is renowned for its unbeatable line ups and stage production, selling out year on year, attracting over 80,000 festival goers from across the globe. Line up for 2025 is still be announced, but fans will not be disappointed!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21-24 August
location Cheshire, Daresbury website www.creamfields.com
FACTS
acts 300 capacity 80,000 type Indoor+Outdoor price 75.00 GBP avg. day
ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Cream Global Ltd email info@cream.co.uk
Marvin
Contessi
SYNDICATE
Hardcore, Hardstyle
SYNDICATE
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 4 October
location Westfalenhallen, Dortmund website www.syndicate-festival.de
FACTS
capacity 18,000 type Indoor
organisation I-Motion GmbH & Art of Dance
email info@syndicate-festival.de
Syndicate is Gemany’s leader in harder styles. Powered by the noise of hardcore, hardstyle and hard techno it attracts over 18.000 ambassadors each year. With the Westfalen-hallen complex as savage stronghold, Syndicate is the country’s largest summit of noise.
LEEDS FESTIVAL
Dance, Metal, Pop, Rock, Urban
The infamous Reading & Leeds Festival is heralded as the best music show on the planet. With the most revered artists from across the globe playing each year across the August Bank Holiday weekend, it is a genuine rite of passage for discerning music lovers everywhere.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21-24 August
location Bramham Park, Leeds website www.leedsfestival.com
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Festival Republic
email info@leedsfestival.com
booker Jon Mcildowie
READING FESTIVAL
Dance, Hiphop, Metal, Pop, Rock
The infamous Reading & Leeds Festival is heralded as the best music show on the planet. With the most revered artists from across the globe playing each year across the August Bank Holiday weekend, it is a genuine rite of passage for discerning music lovers everywhere.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 21-24 August
location Richfield Avenue, Reading website www.readingfestival.co.uk
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Festival Republic email info@readingfestival.com
ELECTRIC PICNIC
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 29-31 August
location Stradbally Hall, County Laois website www.electricpicnic.ie
type Outdoor
email enquiries@festivalrepublic.com
Sarah Koury
Festival Republic
SUMMERDAYS FESTIVAL
Pop, Rock
The SummerDays Festival is beautifully loacated right at the shores of Lake Constance in a park with direct access to the lake. It is famous for its program with a Classic Rock night on Friday, Pop and Swiss Acts on Saturday.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 29-30 August
location Arbon website www.summerdays.ch
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation SummerDays Festival email contact@summerdays.ch
REEPERBAHN FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 17-20 September
location diverse locaties, Hamburg website www.reeperbahnfestival.com/en
HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL NRW
edition 12
The 12th edition of the Halloween Festival NRW 2025 at the medieval monastery of Graefenthal promises an epic experience! With themed dancefloors featuring 80s / 90s, Latin, EDM, Hardstyle and much more, plus a haunted maze, a fire show, and the techno bunker, this festival will be unforgettable. Walking acts, spooky decor, a photobooth, cocktailbar and professional photographers capture every moment, while foodcourts, and lounge areas keep guests going. It’s the ultimate Halloween experience!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 31 October
location Kloster Graefenthal, Goch website www.kloster-graefenthal.de/events
FACTS
acts 12 capacity 3,000 type
price 25.00 EUR avg. day
organisation Kloster Graefenthal email info@kloster-graefenthal.de
RENCONTRES TRANS MUSICALES FESTIVAL
Dance, Experimental, Pop, Rock, World edition 47
Since 1979 the Trans Musicales festival has been the place to discover new music and unknown sounds, a musical trip where people discover an artistic melting pot from all around the world. Today it is one of the most significant musical events in Europe, attended by more than 60.000 people each year and greeted by media and music industry professionals from all continents.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
date 3-7 December
location Parc Expo, Rennes website www.lestrans.com
FACTS
acts 100 capacity 60,000 type Indoor
organisation Association Trans Musicales email info@lestrans.com
booker Jean-Louis Brossard
booker email progart@lestrans.com
Alexis Janicot
1 ANDER FESTIVAL
Latin, Reggae, Roots, World
Feelgood festival with world music, street theater, art, foodtrucks and market.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Kloosterpark, Schyndel website www.1anderfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 18 capacity 7,000 type Outdoor price Free
organisation Stichting Anders email Info@stichtinganders.nu
3E KLAPHEKFESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Boelenspark, Volendam website www.3eklaphekfestival.nl
type Outdoor
8BAHN HARBOUR FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Havenloods, Arnhem website www.8bahn.nl
capacity 1,500 organisation Stichting 8Bahn
90’S XXL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Oldehave, Leeuwarden website www.90sxxl.nl
organisation BHE Music Group B.V. email info@bhemusic.com
ALEGRÍA FESTIVAL
Alegria Festival is a free family friendly event on the Ketelhuisplein on Strijp-S (Eindhoven). This day is all about spending time with your family and friends in a Latin & Caribbean atmosphere. Our visitors can enjoy (live) music, practice a few dance moves on the dance floor, attend free dance workshops, watch dance shows, enjoy Latin & Caribbean food and drinks, while the little ones enjoy themselves in the kids corner. We ensure that everyone will feel ALEGRIA on this day.
edition 15
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Strijp S, Eindhoven website www.alegriafestival.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor price Free
organisation YZZO events email events@yzzo.nl
A DAY AT THE PARK
Dance, Hiphop, House
A Day at the Park is there for us: the Rotterdammer and for the ravers who want to experience a truly good party in 010 (Rotterdam). In the greenest hotspot of Rotterdam, we come together every year to celebrate the icons of the city.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Kralingse Bos, Rotterdam website www.adayatthepark.nl
FACTS
acts 25 capacity 20,000 type Outdoor ticketer See Tickets
organisation A Day at the Park email info@adayatthepark.nl
BOSSPOT
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Bosbad, Amersfoort website www.bosspot.nl type Outdoor
organisation Kultlab email info@kultlab.nl
AFROVIBES
Dance, Urban, World
Afrovibes shows actual performing artists and their work from Africa and connects them with Dutch artists in a cultural exchange program. The festival presents topical innovative theater, dance and visual art from cultural hotspots in Africa in a 10 days festival, in Amsterdam, Rotterdam & Utrecht in The Netherlands. Afrovibes presents the artistic renewal that artists in Africa deliver in their work. The insights they reveal, the questions they ask and their interaction with the public.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Frascati Theater Amsterdam, Maaspodium Rotterdam, Stadsschouwburg Utrecht website www.afrovibes.nl
FACTS
acts 70 capacity 7,500 type Indoor
organisation Stichting Afrovibes email info@afrovibes.nl
BOUWVAKFEEST OUD LUTTEN
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
website www.bouwvakfeestoudlutten.nl
organisation stichting BOUWVAKFEEST OUD LUTTEN email info@bouwvakfeestoudlutten.nl
@Mariano Silva, Kinani Festival
AMF
Dance
The biggest indoor festival in the world will return in 2025. AMF is known for bringing the world’s biggest DJs together in the Johan Cruijff ArenA year after year. The pre-registration is open as of right now, visit amf-festival. com!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Johan Cruijff ArenA, Amsterdam website www.amf-festival.com
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 40,000 type Indoor
ticketer See Tickets
organisation ALDA email info@aldalive.com
booker Ellen
booker email info@aldalive.com
AMSTERDAM ROOTS FESTIVAL
Amsterdam Roots Festival is a multi disciplinary festival in Amsterdam with artistic talent emerging from the exciting middle ground between tradition and innovation. It is especially in this overlapping area that cross-overs between cultures and styles spark to life. The festival has a long history of big names and innovating collaborations. It has grown in its diversity and has become one of the most intriguing and exciting music festivals in the Netherlands.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Amsterdam website www.amsterdamroots.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor price Free
organisation Stichting Amsterdam Roots email info@amsterdamroots.nl
ANYWAVE
Anywave has been around since the early 1980s. Back then, the idea came about through a number of regional musicians who traveled every year to the famous Pinkpop festival. Since there are so many local bands on the island, a festival on Schouwen-Duiveland should also be possible, was the idea. Anywave burst onto the scene with eleven local artists.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Poppodium Brogum, Zierikzee website www.anywave.nl
FACTS
organisation Brogum email info@brogum.nl
BLIJDORP FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Roel Langerakpark, Rotterdam
website www.blijdorpfestival.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer Stager
organisation CONTRA email info@blijdorpfestival.nl
BLOMMENKINDERS FESTIVAL
Blues, Pop
Music festival with live performances on 4 stages from bands and artists with music from the 60’s to 90’s.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Vrouwenhofpark, Roosendaal
website www.blommenkinders.nl
FACTS
acts 16 capacity 6,000 type Outdoor ticketer Eventbrite
organisation Stichting Blommenkinders email info@blommenkinders.nl -
BREDA BARST
Dance, Hiphop, House, Pop, Rock
Breda Barst is an annual festival in the historic central Park of Breda, and freely accessible for everyone. Underneat the ancient trees of the beautiful Park Valkenberg you can enjoy two days of pop, rock, metal, punk, electro, hip hop and dance. Breda Barst offers you a mix of established artists and upcoming talent. Off course there is also theater, nice food, a festival market and the famous ‘Mini Barst’ with fun activities for our youngest visitors.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Valkenberg Park, Breda website www.bredabarst.nl
FACTS
acts 50 capacity 15,000 type Outdoor price Free
organisation Breda Barst email info@bredabarst.nl
booker Jurgen Blommaert booker email boekingen@bredabarst.nl
BREEZE LATIN FEST
Latin, Urban
BROEKROCK
The best of the Latin & Caribbean culture and music in one festival! Come and experience a day filled with bon vibes, beautiful people, the hottest Latin & Caribbean music, delicious food & cocktails and lots of dancing.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Karpendonkse plas, Eindhoven website www.salsabreeze.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation YZZO Events email events@yzzo.nl
DAG VAN DE ROMANTISCHE MUZIEK
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Het Park, Rotterdam website www.dagvanderomantischemuziek.nl
type Outdoor price Free
organisation Stichting Cultuurbrigade email info@cultuurbrigade.nl
Country, Folk, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter
Broekrock is the one and only festival in the village Broekland. And like all events in Broekland it is for free! Broekrock takes place on the farm of Hein & Diny! Their pig farm was turned into the famous Hein & Diny Music Hall. Besides the many bands and DJ’s there are many other crazy things to do and see. There are workshops and pieces of art in the field. For the daredevils that want to stay over can pitch a tent in the fields and dress up like a cow, but be aware of the big bull.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Reuveldsweg 6, Broekland website www.broekrock.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 500 type Indoor+Outdoor price Free
organisation Broekrock email Info@broekrock.nl
booker Roland & Menno booker email Programmeur@broekrock.nl
BUMA NL
Nederlandstalig
Buma NL is the conference and the awardsshow for Dutch music. An annual event that is characterized by interactive panels, discussions, master classes, and showcases. It is the professional center for everyone who works for and with the Dutch repertoire.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Tilburg website www.buma.nl
FACTS
type Indoor
organisation Buma Cultuur email info@buma.nl
CULTUURPARK DE HOUT
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Alkmaar website www.cultuurparkdehout.nl
organisation Stg Cultuurpark de Hout email info@cultuurparkdehout.nl
BUNGALUP
Bungalup is a three-day bungalow festival. The party lasts three days with lots of music, pool parties, bowling sessions, art and organized afters in various bungalows. To be present is to experience!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Europarcs Zuiderzee, Biddinghuizen website www.bungalup.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer See Tickets
organisation 4PM Entertainment & E&A Events
CASTELLUMPOP
During the annual horse market in Valkenburg Z-H you can enjoy great music on the square.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Castellumplein, Valkenburg ZH website www.castellumpop.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor price Free organisation Castellumpop email info@castellumpop.nl
CROSSING BORDER
Crossing Border is one of the oldest and most innovative music and literature festivals in Europe, and the leading international festival of its kind in The Netherlands. Since 1992, we have been welcoming the biggest names in music and literature, as well as showcasing new and exciting talent from The Netherlands and beyond. The Antwerp edition takes place in the same week as the festival in The Hague and is organized in collaboration with De Studio, Arenberg, Trix and Antwerpen Boekenstad.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Den Haag website www.crossingborder.nl organisation St. Other World Productions
DAG VAN HET LEVENSLIED
DE PARKSESSIES
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
website www.parksessies.nl organisation Parksessies email parksessies@gmail.com
DAISY FESTIVAL
Hiphop, Latin, Urban
A gathering of the best R&B to disco and from the best classics to the smoothest latin, unique games and beautiful people. Daisy takes place in the Spoorzone, Tilburg’s upcoming and trendy urban neighbourhood located near the central station.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Leijpark, Tilburg website www.daisyfestival.nl
FACTS
capacity 6,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Elevation Events / XXL Events email info@elevation-events.com
edition 41
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Valkhof, Nijmegen website www.dedagvanhetlevenslied.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 15,000 type Outdoor price Free
organisation Stichting Moederdagproducties email info@dedagvanhetlevenslied.nl
booker Martijn van Heumen booker email info@dedagvanhetlevenslied.nl
DEKMANTEL FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
website www.dekmantel.com organisation Dekmantel
DE LEUKE FESTIVAL
A glittering playground for grown-ups. With an abundance of confetti, glitter, exciting games, karaoke and more De Leuke offers unique on-site activities that will keep you entertained all day. Music at De Leuke ranges from classics to dancehall and from singalongs to house.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Voorveldse polder, Utrecht website www.deleukefestival.nl
FACTS
capacity 6,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Elevation Events
email info@elevation-events.com
DIJKFEEST
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Espel
website www.j19nu-dijkfeest.nl -
DE NACHT VAN DE KAAP
Blues, Comedy, Jazz, Pop
De Nacht van de Kaap (Night of the Cape) is a night that honours the glorious history of Katendrecht as the home of pirates, sailors and a red light district. Songs, theatre performances and stories about life (of the sea) will make visitors feel they’ve gone back in time! On the main stage, the colourful history of the Cape will come back to life with legendary Dutch songs, live music and great acts.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Oude Luxor, Rotterdam website www.denachtvandekaap.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer
organisation JMR Event Makers email info@jmr.nl
Michiel Ton
DICKENS FESTIJN DEVENTER
The 19th century of Charles Dickens relives in the picturesque Bergkwartier in Deventer. More than 950 characters from the famous books of Dickens will come to life. Vagabonds are begging, thieves are stealing. You smell the punch, puffed potatoes and roasted chestnuts. Wealthy ladies and gentlemen with top hats parade in the historical streets and Christmas Carol Singers go from door to door.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Bergkwartier, Deventer
FACTS
type Outdoor
price Free
organisation Events dEVENTer
email info@eventsdeventer.nl
DOCKYARD FESTIVAL ADE
House, Techno
Caught between land and water, Dockyard radiates a sturdy yet derelict character- raw and full of energy. An industrial conflagration of techno, tech-house, and house music rumbling over the horizon, settling in 2025 again on the Havenpark in Amsterdam.
We turn our music-hungry faces towards Amsterdam Dance Event, eager for the excitement of the crowd and the beating of the bass; the electric tingle down your spine as the high-hat raps,and a resounding clap!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Amsterdam
website www.dockyardfestival.com
FACTS
type Outdoor ticketer iHaveGotaTicket
organisation Dockland Events
email info@dockyardfestival.com
DOWN BY THE RIVER
Blues, Country, Roots
Down By The River is a Roots festival focusing on renewing roots and alt-country music. Its name Down By The River - after the song by Neil Young - comprises the thought behind the festival: flowing like the river Maas, fresh, seeking the sharp edges. Poppodium Grenswerk is located close to the river Maas, which will also be involved in the festival.
Highlights from previous editions includes: Nikki Lane, Mandolin Orange, Blitzen Trapper, the Hackensaw Boys, Nicole Atkins and many more
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Poppodium Grenswerk, Venlo website www.genswerk.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 650 type Indoor ticketer
organisation Sedate Bookings and Poppodium Grenswerk email jair@sedate-bookings.com
booker Jair Hoogland
booker email jair@sedate-bookings.com
EUIFEEST
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Hasselt website www.oranjevereniging-hasselt.nl
DRAAIMOLEN FESTIVAL
House, Techno
Draaimolen Festival will return to the beautiful MOB Complex with another killer line-up, stunning stage designs and multiple art projects. There will be new hosting partners joining us and some very familiar faces who became part of the family over the past few years will return yet again.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location M.O.B. complex, Tilburg website www.draaimolen.nu
FACTS
type Outdoor organisation Draaimolen Festival b.v. email info@draaimolen.nu
EINDHOVEN METAL MEETING
Metal
One of the longest running, darkest and best metal festival in the Lowlands.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Effenaar, Eindhoven website www.eindhovenmetalmeeting.com
FACTS
type Indoor ticketer Ticketmaster organisation Effenaar email info@effenaar.nl
DUIKBOOT LENTE FESTIVAL
House, Techno
Duikboot is a festival by and meant for the residents of Breda and surrounding cities. Genres of music at Duikboot range from energetic House to rousing Techno, urban and disco. Apart from that, Duikboot focuses on carefully crafted decor and creative, surprising on-site activiteites. This makes Duikboot the perfect get-away for trendy festivallovers looking to catch up with old friends or meeting new ones.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Breepark, Breda website www.duikbootfestival.nl
FACTS
capacity 10,000 type Indoor ticketer
organisation Elevation Events / XXL Events email info@duikbootfestival.nl
HAAGSE HOLI HANGAMA
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Wijkpark Transvaal, Den Haag website www.holisamen.nl
ELECTRONIC PICNIC FESTIVAL
Dance, Hardstyle, Hiphop, House, Techno
For more than a decade Electronic Picnic Festival is a yearly dance festival in Purmerend. With more than 40 artists and DJ’s spread over 3 area’s. Offcourse we have a huge picnic area with some of the tastiest foodtrucks.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Markthal, Purmerend website www.electronicpicnic.nl
FACTS
acts 40 capacity 3,500 type Outdoor ticketer SimpleTicket
organisation Electronic Picnic BV email electronicpicnic@mothermusic.nl
booker Glenn Beense
booker email info@b-bass.nl
ESSENTIAL FESTIVAL
Essential Festival is moving to Recreatiepark Oost-Maarland! Tip your toe in the water, enjoy the underground scene in the woods and listen to your pop, dance and urban headliners at the mainstage! An experience where spectacle, music, color and happiness become one; enjoy the surprise in each of our happy moments.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Recreatiepark Oost-Maarland, Maastricht website www.essentialfestival.nl
FACTS
capacity 10,000 type Outdoor
organisation 4PM Entertainment & E&A Events
FEMME - FEMALE METAL EVENT
Metal
Female Metal Event wants to provide a stage for upcoming bands. They will be linked to better known names. Don’t expect big headliners. The audience will get an event where they can discover new international bands. Expect a variety of metal styles; extreme death metal to ambient progressive, from symphonic melodic to hard rock, operatic vocals and harsh screams. A lot to discover.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Muziekcafé, Helmond website www.femalemetalevent.nl
FACTS
acts 6 capacity 130 type Indoor price 25.00 EUR avg. day ticketer www.ticketview.nl/shop/muziekcafehelmond
organisation Stichting FemME email info@femalemetalevent.nl
booker Ton Dekkers booker email ton@interdependent.nl
FLUFF DISCO FESTIVAL
Experience the best disco artists at the beautiful hang-out spot Strand Oog In Al, located at Utrechts city beach.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Strand Oog In Al, Utrecht website www.fluffdisco.nl
FACTS
capacity 2,500 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Elevation Events email info@elevation-events.com
GAELLUS OPEN AIR
House, Metal, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter
Gaellus Open Air is a free festival that attracts around 3500 visitors every year. A varied program, both bands and DJs, can be seen at this festival. The annual pre-party on the evening before the festival completes the program.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Jongerensoos O.J.C. Gaellus, Tienray, Limburg website www.gaellusopenair.nl
FACTS
acts 25 capacity 2,500 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer
organisation O.J.C. Gaellus email info@gaellusopenair.nl booker O.J.C. Gaellus booker email info@gaellusopenair.nl
GIN & RUM FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Werkspoorkathedraal, Utrecht website www.ginenrumfestival.nl
type Indoor
organisation Gin & Rum Festival email info@ginenrumfestival.nl
GILDEFEESTEN SOEST
Event with medieval roots and a canopy of cultural, physical and music activities
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Blaak, Soest website www.gildefeesten.nl
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 2,500 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer See Tickets
organisation Gildefeesten Soest email secretariaat@gildefeesten.nl
HALFVASTENFEESTEN
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Zeeland (Gelderland) website www.halfvastenfeesten.nl
GROFF FESTIVAL
Tune in with your friends on the main stage for the best house and disco hits, or dance among the trees under the most beautiful lights to the grooviest beats in the Funky Forest. Our love for Nijmegen pops out of the boxes; our lineup is a perfect mix of well-known mood makers and local talent. Put it in your calendar and dance the sunset with us!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Openluchttheater de Goffert, Nijmegen website www.groff-festival.nl
type Outdoor
ticketer
organisation Stichting F&N email grofffestival@gmail.com
GUILTY PLEASURE FESTIVAL
Hiphop, House, Nederlandstalig, Pop
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Gaasperplas, Amsterdam website www.guiltypleasure.nl
FACTS
acts 60 capacity 6,000 type Outdoor
ticketer
organisation Guilty Pleasure email info@guiltypleasure.nl
HARINGROCK
Classic, Metal, Nederlandstalig, Pop, Rock
Haringrock is the oldest festival in Katwijk. On Friday there is an accessible entrance price, and on Saturday there will be free admission to the festival. On Saturday from 10:00 till 17:00 there will be a also a big market at our Boulevard. So lot to do during this music festival on the beach.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Strandplein Katwijk, Katwijk aan Zee website www.haringrock.nl
FACTS
acts 9 capacity 5,000 type Outdoor price 18.00 EUR avg. day ticketer Mijn etickets
organisation Haringrock email info@haringrock.nl
booker Ton Frissen booker email ton@haringrock.nl
HEADBANGERS PARADE
Metal, Rock edition 3
One day, one roof. Pure heavy! For fans of the heavier sound, we have brought together the best and most authentic club shows under one roof on one day. Experience a day filled with fat heavy riffs, deep drums and the untamed energy of like-minded fans of the heavy genre.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Klokgebouw, Eindhoven website www.headbangers-parade.com
FACTS
acts 10 capacity 4,500 type Indoor ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Headbangers Parade email info@headbangers-parade.com
booker Sjoerd Ewals
booker email bookings@headbangers-parade.com
HEROES OF .....
Classic, Metal, Pop, Rock
edition 2
After Heroes of Pop, Heroes of Rock ‘n’ Roll and Local Heroes it’s time for Heroes of ??? So come to the open air theater in Brunssum!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location OLT, Brunssum website www.wonna.nl
FACTS
acts 5 capacity 500
organisation wonna.nl email info@wonna.nl
booker Petra Palmen booker email info@wonna.nl
type Outdoor
HET AMSTERDAMSE TERRASSENFESTIVAL
Enjoy good food, good drinks, great side programming and fun dances for a weekend together with the nicest terraces and the nicest atmosphere creators from Amsterdam.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Amsterdam website www.hatf.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor ticketer See Tickets
organisation 4PM Entertainment email info@hatf.nl
HOLLAND INTERNATIONAL BLUES
FESTIVAL
Blues, Country, Roots
Originally founded as a blues festival, HIBF has grown into a haven for enthusiasts of authentic American-rooted music. Unique in the Netherlands, the festival is broadening its musical scope by incorporating Americana and country alongside its strong blues foundation. With this expanded lineup, HIBF has become the largest Dutch festival dedicated to blues, Americana, and country.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Blue Village, Grolloo website www.hollandinternationalbluesfestival.com
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 13,500 type Outdoor ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Mojo Concerts email info@mojo.nl
IN HET ZAND
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
website www.soia.nl/agenda/in-het-zand-festival
FACTS
ticketer
organisation Elevation Events email info@elevation-events.com
JAZZ BY THE SEA
Jazz
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Domburg website www.jazzbythesea.nl
FACTS
acts 50 capacity 2,500 type Indoor+Outdoor price Free
organisation Stichting Jazz by the Sea email bestuur@jazzbythesea.nl
booker Hans van Kervinck
booker email Info@jazzbythesea.nl
Hans Tak
INTERNATIOAL FESTIVAL VOCALLIS
Our festival has it’s focus on the human voice as a musical instrument. Each year a central theme is chosen, around which composers, writers and musicians build a surprising program, in which our values amazement, encounter and confidentiality are the essence. An inspiring educational program for both young and old is also part of our festival. We choose our locations carefully, combining beautiful heritage with high class performances.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Zuid-Limburg website www.festivalvocallis.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 5,000 type Indoor
organisation Stichting Vocallis email info@festivalvocallis.nl
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INTERNATIONAAL FOLK & SEASONG FESTIVAL BIE DAIP
Folk, Singer-Songwriter, World edition 24
The top of the world settles in Appingedam and Bie Daip takes the children back on board. This year, during the 23rd edition of Bie Daip we have tried to create a varied program for you. The top of the world settles in Appingedam of Europe and far beyond. There will be a more than 30 folk groups and bands this year from Europe and from other continents and a lot of them have not yet been heard and seen during this festival or even in The Netherlands.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Appingedam website www.biedaip.nl
FACTS
acts 250 capacity 50,000 type Indoor+Outdoor price Free
organisation Stichting Bie Daip email info@biedaip.nl
booker Janneke Woldhuis booker email info@biedaip.nl
Niels de Vries
INTO THE WOODS
Hiphop, House, Reggae, Techno, World
Sand the bark against your thighs and crawl through the bright forest of Into the Woods.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Openluchttheater, Amersfoort website www.intothewoodsfestival.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Into the Woods email info@intothewoods.nl
JAZZ INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
website www.jazzinternationalrotterdam.nl
organisation Stichting Jazz International Rotterdam -
JAZZ IN DE GRACHT
Den Haag, Jazz in de Gracht, 2025! The Ooievaart boats sail with the musicians to 4 different stops on the Dunne Bierkade/Groenewegje. Dangle your feet above the water and let the music sail past you. On the Bierkade there is a cozy food square, live music and a super cozy bar with a fresh Birra Moretti beer, delicious wines, poured by our friendly volunteers.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Several venues, Den Haag website www.jazzindegracht.nl
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Jazz’in de Gracht email info@jazzindegracht.nl
JENEVERFESTIVAL
In the historic Havenkerk in Schiedam more than 20 contemporary distillers from the Netherlands, presents a wide range of distilled products such as jenever, rum, whiskey and other liqueurs. There are tastings, workshops, snacks, space to chill and there is are lots of other things to do.
Your chance to really experience today’s spirits!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Havenkerk, Schiedam website www.jeneverfestival.nl
capacity 2,000 type Indoor organisation Nationaal Jenevermuseum Schiedam email marco@jenevermuseum.nl
LAZY SUNDAY FESTIVAL
LIL’HILL FESTIVAL
Blues, Country, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter
edition 3
Lazy Sunday Festival is organized by the Explosion Festival Foundation and will experience its third edition in 2025. Lazy Sunday Festival is for children, youth, young adults, family and families and consists of live performances by regional bands, food trucks with local products and a kids area with various play activities.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location de Voormars, Ommen website www.lazysundayfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 5 capacity 2,000 type Outdoor ticketer See Tickets
organisation Stichting Explosion Festival email info@lazysundayfestival.nl
booker Hayo Braakman
booker email hayo@explosionfestival.nl
Lil’Hill Festival is located on the top of the Luttenberg mountain, which gives you a beautiful view with a little ‘french touch’.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Fields of Norp, Luttenberg website www.lilhill.nl
FACTS
acts 10 type Outdoor
organisation Beppie Concerts email info@lilhill.nl
booker Stefan en Melvin booker email Info@lilhill.nl
NEDERLANDS SPECIAALBIER FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Parade, Den Bosch website www.speciaalbierfestival.nl
type Outdoor
organisation Stichting Nederlands Speciaalbier Festival email Info@speciaalbierfestival.nl
MAÑANA MAÑANA
Mañana Mañana is a magical party in the forest. On the eight different stages you can see rock, roots, pop, blues, acoustic sets, exotic music and various kinds of theatre. You’re also able to join a workshop or give your own performance on our ‘open stage’. Eat at one of the many foodtrucks, enjoy the beautiful environment and party until the sun goes down!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Laren
website www.mananamanana.eu
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Feestfabriek AKG BV -
MELODY GARDEN
Techno
Melody Garden invites you to indulge in a world of emotions, where melodies guide you through a mysterious landscape filled with primal beats and untamed rhythms. From dreamily haunting to majestically expressive, our Melody Garden promises to be an immersive experience like no other
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Thuishaven, Amsterdam website www.mysticgardenfestival.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer iHaveGotaTicket
organisation Faul Productions -
MEMORYLANE OUTDOOR
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Klokgebouw, Eindhoven website www.minorityevents.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Minority Events email info@minorityevents.nl
MILAN SUMMER FESTIVAL
Folk, Latin, Urban, World
MILKSHAKE FESTIVAL
Milkshake Festival is an open-minded electronic dance festival that has made its mark in the city centre of Amsterdam. Born from the thought ‘everything is possible’ Milkshake shows that entertainment, music choice, choice of clothing, and status have nothing to do with sexuality. In previous years there have been 9 stages per day that showcase (inter)national event organizations, artists, and performance artists. The most played genres are electronic, house, disco, techno, R&B, and dancehall.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Westerpark, Amsterdam website www.milkshakefestival.com
type Outdoor
organisation Air Events & Paradiso email milk@milkshakefestival.nl
Indian-Carribbean (Surinam) festival with 100+ foodstalls, music and above all meeting culture & people. Kidsplayground and 2000 free seats to enjoy the festival.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Zuiderpark - Speelweide, Den Haag website www.milansummerfestival.nl
FACTS
acts 30 capacity 25,000 type Indoor+Outdoor price 10.00 EUR avg. day ticketer I-ticketz.com
organisation Stichting Milan Summer Festival email info@milansummerfestival.nl
MUSICA SACRA
Multiple arts festival with music, dance, theatre, movie, visual arts and education focussing on religious and non religious appearance of the sacred.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Maastricht website www.musicasacramaastricht.nl
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Stichting Musica Sacra email info@musicasacramaastricht.nl
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Paul Mellaart
MOMFEST
Metal, Pop, Rock
Previously, the festival was known as Monsters of Mariaheide, but since much less decibels are programmed, it was MOMfest. Better-known names such as Danko Jones, Therapy?, Living Colour, Dog Eat Dog, Anneke van Giersbergen, Heideroosjes, Green Lizard, Peter Pan Speedrock and the BZB could not resist the temptation to shine at MOMfest. Once started in a small party room, the concept was bursting at the seams and a fourth move followed. Now Momfest takes place on the Noordkade in Veghel.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Noordkade, Veghel website www.momfest.nl
FACTS
acts 16 capacity 2,000 type Indoor
organisation S.T.O.M. email hans@monsterheide.nl
booker Frans
booker email aws.studio@planet.nl
NACHT VAN DE WIJN
For the love of wine! In this weekend you can enjoy, taste, discover and learn all about the beautiful product of wine. Ofcourse there’s also a lot to dance, eat and experience. With over 200 different wines, live music, tastings, foodtrucks, workshops and masterclasses there’s a lot to do and experience for a whole night!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Werkspoorkathedraal, Utrecht website www.nachtvandewijn.nl
FACTS
capacity 5,000 type Indoor ticketer
organisation Nacht van de Wijn email milan@nachtvandewijn.nl
OEROL FESTIVAL
Experimental, Literature, Singer-Songwriter, Urban, World
Oerol is a ten day festival for location based arts situated on the island of Terschelling, part of the UNESCO Wadden Sea World Heritage. Theater, dance, visual arts, music, spoken word and cultural and personal experiment take place in this temporary freestate. Discover exciting bands and dance at the festivalgrounds or enjoy an enchanting work of art in a bright green, deserted meadow. There is one guarantee: after Oerol you will leave looking at the world with a new perspective.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Terschelling, Midsland website www.oerol.nl/nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Stichting Terschellings Oerol Festival email publiciteit@oerol.nl
OHM FESTIVAL
House, Techno
Ohm Festival is a perfect combination of a historic location, a great line-up and an enthusiastic audience. Ohm Festival takes place twice a year.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Lijm & Cultuur, Delft website www.ohmfestival.nl
capacity 7,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Elevation Events email info@elevation-events.com
OP DE T
Op De T Festival is a free outdoor festival in Bergen op Zoom. The festival has one stage and hosts about 5 bands every year. It’s mostly visited by families.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Wilhelminaveld, Bergen Op Zoom website www.opde-t.nl
type Outdoor price Free
organisation Poppodium Gebouw-T email info@gebouw-t.nl
Marleen Annema
Stef van Oosterhout
OVER HET IJ FESTIVAL
Over het IJ Festival presents more than 40 performances of up and coming as well as established artists on special indoor and outdoor locations in Amsterdam-Noord, on the banks of the IJ and on the NDSM shipyard. Information about the online ticket sales of separate performances, the festival wristband and the go-as-you-please can be found via www.overhetij.nl.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location NDSM-werf, Amsterdam website www.overhetij.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Stichting IJ Producties
email info@overhetij.nl
PARADIJS VAN HET ZUIDEN
Hiphop, House, Techno, Trance
The sunniest festival of ‘s-Hertogenbosch! Techno, R&B, hiphop, house and guilty pleasure hits roam all around this piece of paradise located at a lake.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Engelermeer, ‘s-Hertogenbosch website www.paradijsvanhetzuiden.nl
FACTS
capacity 10,000 type Outdoor ticketer
organisation Elevation Events / XXL Events email info@paradijsvanhetzuiden.nl
Moon
Saris
PICKNICK IN T PARK
Nederlandstalig, Pop
Picknick in t Park is a family event with foodtrucks and music.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Park Buitenoord, Barendrecht website www.picknickintpark.com
FACTS
acts 28 capacity 3,000 type Outdoor
organisation Stichting All-Events email info@all-events.eu
booker Stichting All-Events booker email info@all-events.eu
PLEINFESTIVAL KAATSHEUVEL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Anton pieckplein, Kaatsheuvel website www.pleinfestivalkaatsheuvel.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Stichting Pleinfestival Kaatsheuvel email Info@pleinfestivalkaatsheuvel.nl
POPMONUMENT BREDA
Experimental, Hiphop, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location several locations, Breda
website www.popmonument.nl
acts 12 capacity 650 type Indoor
ticketer Stager
organisation Stichting PopMonument email info@popmonument.nl
Max Franssen
OKTOBERFESTIVAL BREDA
Nederlandstalig edition 4
In october the events venue Breepark transforms into the largest Oktoberfest in the Benelux! After three earlier successful editions, this cheerful event is making it’s return to Breda again this year. With a varity of different festive performances it’s guaranteed to be a grand sing-along spectacle. And of course, Lederhosen, Dirndls, (a lot of) beer and bratwursts cannot be missed at this event. Cheers!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Breepark, Breda website www.breepark.nl/event/oktoberfest-breda
capacity 6,000 type Indoor
ticketer
organisation Breepark
POPRONDE
Pop
Popronde is the biggest travelling festival of the Netherlands. Starting in september, running until the end of november a selection of the most talented, upcoming Dutch acts tour from town to town to gain fanbase, experience and to show themselves to the music professionals. Blues and techno, hiphop and metal, punk, americana and everything in between, Popronde caters a diverse selection of talented musicians, selected out of over 1100 admissions, by a committee of professionals.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Several venues, Landelijk website www.popronde.nl
FACTS
acts 1700 capacity 155,000 type Indoor price Free
organisation Stichting Popwaarts email info@popronde.nl
PROGNOSIS FESTIVAL Metal, Rock
During Prognosis, Eindhoven becomes the international hub for everything related to prog, rock, and metal.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Effenaar, Eindhoven website www.prognosis-fesitval.nl
FACTS
capacity 2,000 type Indoor ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation Loud Noise email glenn@loudnoise.nl
booker Paul van Berlo
booker email p.vanberlo@loudnoise.nl
Paul
Verhagen
PUMP UP THE 90’S
Dance
Pump Up the 90’s is the ultimate 90s party in the Northeast and Central Netherlands. With six spectacular acts, it’s the biggest nineties event you simply can’t miss! Expect a vibrant mix of eurodance, happy hardcore and those typical 90s & zer00s hits. Spread across the Main Stage and the Foute 90’s Stage, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Evenementenhal, Hardenberg website www.pumpupthe90s.nl
FACTS
type Indoor
organisation Evenementenhal Hardenberg email uitnodiging@easyfairs.com
REURING FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Leeghwaterpark, Purmerend website www.reuring.com
FACTS
capacity 42,000 type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer
organisation Stichting Reuring Festival email info@reuring.nl
RAPALJE ZOMERFOLK FESTIVAL
Blues, Folk, Singer-Songwriter, World
In the middle of nature you can enjoy music, workshops, a celtic market and a lot more. With a beer by a campfire. Children play in the children’s village. Delicious organic and honest food, a cozy market with authentic clothing and beautiful products. The festival exudes warmth. The organization creates a unique atmosphere of togetherness and relaxation. Rapalje is playing over 30 years, leaving behind an enthusiastic fan base. Played with love and received with enthusiasm. ‘Be Easy and Free!’
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Stadspark, Groningen website www.zomerfolk.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 10,000 type Outdoor
organisation Stichting Rapalje Festival email info@zomerfolk.nl
booker Rapalje Celtic Folk Music booker email info@zomerfolk.nl
D. Letzner
RNB OLDSKOOL HITSSING A LONG EDITION. PRESENTED BY JOHN WILLIAMS
Dance, Hiphop, Pop, Urban
After 2 sold-out editions, John Williams will once again take you on a legendary tour of RnB classics from the 80’s, 90’s and 00’s.
RnB Oldskool Hits is an energetic trip down memory lane. Imagine yourself back in famous clubs like Locomotion, The Challenge, Luxor, Mundial and Imperium, where you may - no, must - dance unabashedly to hits by the Fugees, En Voque, Bobby Brown, Blackstreet, Missy Elliot and many more legendary RnB artists. In short, an evening full of hits. Party like it’s 1999!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Rotterdam Ahoy, RTM Stage, Rotterdam website www.oldskoolhits.nl
FACTS
capacity 7,500 type Indoor
price 59.75 EUR avg. day
ticketer NTK
ROTTERDAM BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL
Blues, Country, Folk, Roots
Rotterdam Bluegrass Festival is a leading European bluegrass festival that showcases international and national top acts in roots music as well as upcoming talent. The festival is famous for the diversity of the audience and the amazing atmosphere.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Noordplein, Rotterdam website www.bluegrassfestival.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Stichting Kito Events email info@kitoevents.com
SAMBAFESTIVAL
edition 21
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Nijmegen website www.sambafestivalnijmegen.nl
type Indoor+Outdoor
ticketer Ik Ben Aanwezig
organisation Stichting Sambafestival Nijmegen email wouter@sambafestival.nl
Floris
Heuer
Peter
Paul Klapwijk
ROYAL PARK LIVE
Pop, Singer-Songwriter
Welcome to Royal Park Live! During these extraordinary summer evening concerts at Soestdijk Palace there is only one thing that matters: Enjoying an evening full of music, drinks and food, all within the beautiful ambiance of a royal location.
Artists like Damien Rice, Sting, Tom Odell, Counting Crows, Ludovico Einaudi, Gregory Porter, Van Morrison, Nile Rodgers & CHIC, Beth Hart, Eros Ramazzotti and Jamie Cullum among others played at Royal Park Live during previous editions.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Paleis Soestdijk, Baarn website www.royalparklive.nl
FACTS
acts 8 capacity 5,500 type Outdoor ticketer See Tickets
organisation Agents After All email info@agentsafterall.nl
booker Patrick Kraakman booker email patrick@agentsafterall.nl
SEA BOTTOM
Seabottom is a yearly festival with a mix of jazz, blues, funk, soul and pop music. More than 20 performances to visit in 5 different halls of the local theatre in Lelystad. Ensures a good night out with all of your friends.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Agora theater, Lelystad website www.seabottom.nl
FACTS
acts 20 capacity 1,500 type Indoor price 38.00 EUR avg. day ticketer Agora theater
organisation Stichting jazz-i email Info@seabottom.nl
SOUNDSOFMUSIC FESTIVAL
Experimental
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location City centre, Groningen
website www.soundsofmusic.nl
acts 20 type Indoor
SOENDA INDOOR FESTIVAL
House, Techno
Soenda’s origins lead back to a beachparty in the year 2009, after which it grew out to be a household name among Dutch electronic music festivals. Soenda Festival is known for its diverse and high-quality line-up, showcasing both national and international talent. Well-known artists as well as new talent take the stage.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Werkspoorkathedraal, Utrecht
website www.soenda.nl
FACTS
capacity 6,200 type Indoor
ticketer
organisation Elevation Events
email info@elevation-events.com
Niels de Vries
SOUTHERN BLUESNIGHT
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
website www.southernbluesnight.nl
organisation Schouwburg Heerlen
email kassa@plt.nl
organisation soundsofmusic
email info@soundsofmusic.nl
SPIJS! FOODFESTIVAL
SPIJS! stands for a casual atmosphere, exuberance and fun! Food and entertainment, from an innovative idea, healthy, distinct preparation methods and adventurous presentation. Enjoy delicious dishes and even more music and entertainment during this festival. There is something for everyone!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Venlo
website www.festival-spijs.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
price Free
organisation Organisatie Spijs foodfestival
email info@festival-spijs.nl
mooke.nl
STRANDFESTIVAL ZAND
Strandfestival ZAND is a day on the beach of Almere where you can enjoy different acts and music. With the best artists from The Netherlands, it’s a perfect musical beach day. Celebrate summer one more day with your friends at Strandfestival ZAND!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Almeerderstrand, Almere website www.strandfestivalzand.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
ticketer See Tickets
organisation Tribe Company B.V. email info@tribecompany.com
STRANDWALFESTIVAL
3 days of partying and fun for all residents of Rijswijk. Performances by local and national artists, the Strandwal market, Fris en Fruitig and the Family Day. It will be a fantastic festival!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Van Vredenburchweg, Rijswijkse bos, Rijswijk website www.strandwalfestival.nl
type Outdoor
price Free
organisation Sport Heroes email strandwalfestival@sportiefbesteedgroep.nl
TREK FOODTRUCKFESTIVAL
Festival TREK is the largest traveling food festival in the Netherlands and travels through the eight largest and most beautiful city parks in the country. From May to September the caravan travels through Rotterdam, Maastricht and Utrecht, Nijmegen, ‘s-Hertogenbosch, Amsterdam, Tilburg and The Hague.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Several cities website www.festival-trek.nl
type Outdoor
email info@festival-trek.nl
STUKAFEST
Classic, Comedy, Rock, Singer-Songwriter, World
During Stukafest, student housing in 13 cities across the Netherlands will be transformed into little venues where music, dance, comedy, poetry, literature and theatre blooms. A booming performance in between the college books and crates of beer, an intimate recitation under a bunk bed, or a comedian at the dining table, you can find it at Stukafest.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
website www.stukafest.nl
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Stichting Stukafest
email info@stukafest.nl
SWEELPOP
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location ‘t Alterbarg, Zweeloo
website www.sweelpop.nl
FACTS
acts 5 capacity 2,000 type Outdoor
price Free
organisation Werkgroep Jongerendag Sweelo
email info@sweelpop.nl
THE CRAVE FESTIVAL
Dance, House, Techno, Trance
The Crave Festival, set within the urban jungle of Zuiderpark in The Hague, offers a diverse array of electronic music genres. With five distinctive stages, each with its unique sound, the festival spans from groovy disco and house to mind-bending techno. Nestled within The Hague’s bustling city park, the festival allows attendees to escape the daily chaos and immerse themselves in the music and vibrant atmosphere.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Zuiderpark, Den Haag website www.thecrave.nl
FACTS
acts 33 capacity 16,000 type Outdoor
price 60.00 EUR avg. day ticketer
organisation The Crave Festival email info@thecrave.nl
THE OVERKILL FESTIVAL
The Overkill festival is a playful art festival celebrating art house video games, interactive art and films as tools to engage in social challenges.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Enschede website www.theoverkill.nl
FACTS
type Indoor
organisation The Overkill email marie@theoverkill.nl
TIJDMASJIEN FESTIVAL House,
Pop
End the summer with the best throwback festival! The jukebox is running at full speed with the biggest hits from the 80’s, 90’s, 00’s and today. Prepare for a festival day full of dancing, confetti, sing-alongs and non-stop hits. Be surprised by activities that give you that teenage feeling again and enjoy all the flashbacks from the past!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Thuishaven, Amsterdam website www.tijdmasjien.nl
type Outdoor
ticketer iHaveGotaTicket organisation Faul Productions
TWEETAKT
The adventurous festival for everyone with theatre, art and music at several unique locations.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Several venues, Utrecht website www.tweetakt.nl
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Festival Tweetakt email info@tweetakt.nl
Annebel
Bunt
TUSSENLAND
Nederlandstalig, Roots, Singer-Songwriter
A festival rooted in cultural heritage in the broadest sense of the word, going back to the ‘roots’ of the arts, in the form of storytelling, music and circus- and dance theater.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Ter Pelkwijkpark, Zwolle website www.zwolleunlimited.nl
FACTS
acts 400 capacity 50,000 type Outdoor
price Free
organisation Festivalplatform Zwolle Unlimited email media@zwolleunlimited.nl
booker Rob Bults
booker email media@zwolleunlimited.nl
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UBBINK DOESBURG JAZZ
Blues, Experimental, Jazz, Latin
Ubbink Doesburg Jazz is a jazz festival in November with concerts in a variety of musical styles, against the backdrop of one of the most beautiful cities in the Netherlands, the Hanseatic town of Doesburg. All concerts are free of charge.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Binnenstad, Doesburg website www.doesburgjazz.nl
FACTS
acts 23 capacity 5,000 type Indoor price Free
organisation Doesburg Jazz email info@doesburgjazz.nl
booker Jos Gelauf
booker email info@doesburgjazz.nl
UITMARKT
The Uitmarkt is the cultural festival of the year and takes place in the last weekend of August in Amsterdam. The Uitmarkt rings in the new cultural season each year, inspiring, entertaining and astounding theatre, music, book and film lovers alike.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Amsterdam website www.uitmarkt.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
price Free
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VIVA CLASSIC LIVE
The Viva Classic Live concerts in Venlo promise to be a spectacular experience again this year for lovers of classical music. The festival is organized by cultural entrepreneur and baritone Sef Thissen, who has once again succeeded in bringing several world-famous artists to Venlo.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Venlo
website www.sefthissenmusic.nl
type Indoor
organisation Sef Thissen Music
VALHALLA FESTIVAL
House, Techno, Urban
Valhalla Festival is a house, techno and urban festival in Amsterdam. Featuring carnival performers, funfair rides and creative stage production, this is one of the most immersive indoor festivals in Europe.
Annually putting together an enviable lineup of cutting-edge talent, Valhalla is firmly established as a Dutch capital holiday tradition.
Taking place in RAI Amsterdam, the festival is set in an expansive indoor space, with surreal things to interact with and explore throughout the site.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location RAI, Amsterdam website www.valhallafestival.nl
FACTS
type Indoor ticketer See Tickets
organisation Valhalla Festival B.V email info@valhallafestival.nl
Valhalla Festival
VIBE
House, Techno
Get ready for the coolest indoor festival location floating on the water. With room for 1,500 visitors, panoramic views of the water and plenty of room to chill. We can’t wait to be there with you!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location IJland, Amsterdam website www.vibewithus.nl
FACTS
acts 5 capacity 1,500 type Indoor
organisation BFAM email info.vibewithus@gmail.com
booker Romey booker email info.vibewithus@gmail.com
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VOORSTRAAT NOORD FESTIVAL
Very cozy festival situated in het historical part of Dordrecht with over 30 different music acts, stand-up comedian, street theater, pop-up market and all sorts of workshops for kids and adults.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Dordrecht
website www.voorstraatnoord.nl
type Indoor+Outdoor
price Free
organisation Stichting VoorstraatNoord
email info@voorstraatnoord.nl
WATERPOP
The coziest family festival! We kick off with a special act just for the kids, followed by the opening of our kids’ corner. Throughout the day, enjoy a delightful mix of high-quality performances featuring fresh new talent as well as surprising acts from both the Netherlands and abroad.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Hofpark, Wateringen
website www.waterpop.nl
type Outdoor
price Free
organisation Stichting Waterpop Festival
email publiciteit@waterpop.nl
WILDEBURG
Stroll through the Noordoostpolder to the veritable and true Wildeburg. There is always a party on the festival grounds. Every happy camper chooses their own pace and decides for themselves when to go to bed, so please respect other’s space and moments of rest.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Kraggenburg website www.wildeburg.nl
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Wildeburg email info@wildeburg.nl
WOOFERLAND
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Houtrak Halfweg, Spaarnwoude website www.wooferland.com/nl
FACTS type Outdoor
organisation Wooferland email info@wooferland.com
WINTER PARK FESTIVAL
Summer is over, the leaves are starting to fall and the temperature is plummeting. That means Winter Park Festival is approaching with a rocket speed! Winter Park will open the frozen castle gates to allow all daredevils access to the largest Winter Festival in the South. An avalanche of eclectic, freestyle, hardstyle, techno and guilty pleasures will rage through the snowy mountains of Aquabest.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Aquabest, Eindhoven website www.winterparkfestival.nl
FACTS
capacity 12,000 type Outdoor ticketer CM.com
organisation First Vision B.V. email info@firstvision.nl
ZEBRA FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location De Bunker, Gemert website www.zebrafestival.nl email zebrafestival@gmail.com
WINTERFEST AT THE PARK
Dance, Hardstyle, Hiphop, House, Nederlandstalig
In a fairytale-like winter setting Leehwaterpark in Purmerend, there is a delicious line-up waiting for you. In the cozy middle area there is a lot of winter fun to find. Here are also the various food trucks where you can order delicious dishes. Atmospheric lighting and fire pits ensure the ultimate winterfestival experience.
On Saturday, we bring you dance music, while on Sunday, we showcase a variety of live acts from the Netherlands.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Leeghwaterpark, Purmerend website www.winterfestivalpurmerend.nl
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor ticketer SimpleTicket
organisation B-Bass Music & Events Group email info@b-bass.nl
booker Glenn Beense
booker email info@b-bass.nl
WINTERLAKE FESTIVAL
Dance, House, Techno
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Zegerplas, Alphen aan den Rijn website www.winterlake.nl
FACTS
capacity 6,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
price 30.00 EUR avg. day ticketer Your Ticket Provider
organisation First2Dance email info@first2dance.nl
ZOMAARPOP FESTIVAL
edition 37
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Oirlo website www.zomaarpop.nl email info@zomaarpop.nl
WONDERLAND FESTIVAL
Let yourself be enchanted by the dark magic that will be blasted from the speakers! Together with more than 5000 like-minded party people, we are going to rave during this day like there is no tomorrow. Alice’s new playground is in progress with 2 huge areas, a mind-blowing production and freaky acts. Who of you brave souls dare to enter our Wonderland? Be careful, because we’re all mad here!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Amsterdam
website www.wonderlandfestival.nl/indoor type Indoor ticketer
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ZANDVOORT ALIVE
House, Latin
Chilling, lounging, swaying, strolling, grooving, dancing, flirting, letting loose, and indulging. And all of this in that particular sequence. Dancing to the hottest tunes with your feet in the sand and your hands in the air. That’s Zandvoort Alive. It has become a staple in Zandvoort and its surrounding areas — the ultimate beach festival with free entry for everyone aged 20 and above.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Strandpaviljoen Mango’s Beach, Zandvoort website www.zandvoortalive.nl
acts 6 capacity 3,000 type Indoor+Outdoor price Free
organisation Mango’s Beachbar Zandvoort email info@mangosbeachbar.nl
ZOMER OP HET PLEIN
Comedy, Folk, Pop, Singer-Songwriter, World
Zomer op het Plein is a free-entry weekly event held during the summer at Canadaplein, the bustling cultural heart of the city of Alkmaar. Zomer op het Plein offers a variety of attractive acts and shows for a diverse audience. Variety of theatreshows & concerts, streettheatre etc. Weekly Friday and Saturday evenings (20.30) (seated), Sunday afternoon from 14.30. Previous highlights include Wende, Trijntje, Yentl & De Boer, Diggy Dex, Waylon, Blaudzun, Og3ne among many others.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Canadaplein, Alkmaar website www.zomerophetplein.nl
FACTS
acts 25 capacity 3,000 type Outdoor price Free
organisation TAQA Theater De Vest email info@taqatheaterdevest.nl
booker Henk Foekema booker email hfoekema@taqatheaterdevest.nl
Franka Barendrecht
ZOMERFEEST TINTE
With 25+ artists and activities on the program it’s no option not to dance and have fun. A perfect start of your summer!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Lodderlandsedijk, Tinte website www.tinte.nl
FACTS
acts 25 capacity 3,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Stichting Tinte 400 email info@tinte.nl
booker kees rehorst booker email info@tinte.nl
ZOTTE ZATERDAG
Medieval festival #music #activities #food & drinks #culture #history #demonstrations of old crafts #theatre
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location City Centre, Gouda website www.zottezaterdag.nl
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Cultuurhuis Garenspinnerij email zottezaterdag@garenspinnerij.nl
ZOMERKERMIS HELMOND
Nederlandstalig
Mark it down in your calendar: The always entertaining Summer Fair Helmond 2025 will take place from Friday, July 11 through Wednesday, July 16, 2025. With more than 40 attractions spread throughout the center of Helmond, it promises to be a fun fair for young and old!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Markt, Helmond website www.helmondkermis.nl
FACTS
acts 2 capacity 5,000 type Outdoor
price Free
organisation GJD Events B.V. email info@gjdbv.nl
booker GJD Events B.V. booker email info@gjdbv.nl
3FM AWARDS
ASSER BLUESDAGEN
WWW.3FM.NL
NEDERLAND ZINGT-DAG NEDERLANDZINGT.EO.NL
OKTOBERFEST LEEUWARDEN
WWW.BACCHUSWIJNFESTIVAL.NL
WWW.BLUESASSEN.NL BACCHUS WIJNFESTIVAL
BACK 2 THE 90’S
WWW.OKTOBERFESTLEEUWARDEN.COM
OOSTERHOUT LIVE WWW.OOSTERHOUTLIVE.NL
WWW.CITYBEATSSCHOONHOVEN.NL
WWW.BACK2THE90S.NL CITY BEATS
CONVOI DE FÊTE
WWW.CONVOIDEFETE.COM DE KADEFEESTEN
ORANJEBITTER WWW.ORANJEBITTER-ROTTERDAM.NL
PIEPERFESTIVAL WWW.PIEPERFESTIVAL.NL
PLEINPOP SCHIJNDEL WWW.PLEINPOPSCHIJNDEL.NL
WWW.DIJKPOP.NL
WWW.KADEFEESTEN.NL DIJKPOP
DONDERDAG MEPPELDAG
DRIFT FESTIVAL
DRONGO TALENFESTIVAL
WWW.DONDERDAGMEPPELDAG.NL
WWW.DRIFTFESTIVAL.NL
WWW.DRONGOTALENFESTIVAL.NL ENCORE FESTIVAL
WWW.ENCOREAMSTERDAM.NL EO JONGERENDAG
POPCITY WWW.IDUNA.NU
R & B SUNDAY OUTDOOR WWW.DEJAVU-EVENTS.NL
REGGAE LAKE FESTIVAL WWW.REGGAELAKE.NL
REGGAE SUNDANCE WWW.PANIC.NL
REMUNJSE DWEIJELAOVOND WWW.CITYROERMOND.NL
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FEEL THE 50’S
FESTIVAL JAZZ EN DE WALVIS
FESTIVAL OUDE MUZIEK
FESTIVAL VAN ZEEUWSCH-VLAANDEREN
FLAEIJELFEEST
FOUTE ZOMERFEEST
FRIES STRAATFESTIVAL
GROLSCH SUMMER SOUNDS
WWW.FACTORYFESTIVAL.NL
BEAM.EO.NL/EO-JONGERENDAG FACTORY FESTIVAL
WWW.FEELTHE50S.COM
WWW.JAZZENDEWALVIS.NL
WWW.OUDEMUZIEK.NL
WWW.FESTIVAL-ZVL.NL
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WWW.FOUTEZOMERFEEST.NL
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RHYTHM & BLUES NIGHT WWW.HESZ.NL
ROOSENDAAL ZINGT WWW.ROOSENDAALNL.COM/
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SINGELFESTIVAL WWW.SINGELFESTIVAL.NL
SINGER LAREN JAZZ WWW.LARENJAZZ.NL
SLEAZEFEST WWW.SLEAZEFEST.NL
SMAAK FESTIVAL WWW.DECULINAIREVERLEIDING.NL
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SO WHAT’S NEXT? WWW.SOWHATSNEXT.NL
SOMPOP WWW.SOMPOP.NL
WWW.PTEVENTS.NL
WWW.UITINENSCHEDE.NL/ GROLSCH-SUMMER-SOUNDS GROTESQUE
HAAGSE POPWEEK
HERFSTDRIFT
HIPFEST
INDICATOR
INTERNATIONAAL SHANTYFESTIVAL
JAZZ AND SAIL
KADEROCK
KLIKO FEST
KOPPELPOP
KWAKU SUMMER FESTIVAL
WWW.POPRADAR.NL
WWW.DRIFTOMTEDANSEN.NL
WWW.HIPFEST.NL
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WWW.SHANTYFESTIVALROTTERDAM.NL
WWW.JAZZBERGEN.NL
WWW.KADEROCK.COM
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WWW.KWAKUFESTIVAL.NL
LENTEFEESTEN HOOGERHEIDE WWW.VVVBRABANTSEWAL.NL/ LEPELTJE LEPELTJE WWW.LEPELTJE-LEPELTJE.COM
LET’S GRO
WWW.LETSGRO.NL
LEVENSLIED DEN BOSCH WWW.LEVENSLIEDDENBOSCH.NL
LEVENSLIED EINDHOVEN WWW.LEVENSLIEDEINDHOVEN.NL
MARITIEM FESTIVAL WWW.MARITIEMMUSEUM.NL/ACTIVITEITEN/ MARITIEM-FESTIVAL
MEDDLE FESTIVAL
MIDSUMMER MARGRATEN
MIXTREAM
MOSTERDPOP
WWW.MEDDLEFESTIVAL.NL
WWW.MIDSUMMER.NL
WWW.MIXTREAM.NL
WWW.MOSTERDPOP.COM
NACH VAN ‘T LIMBURGSE LEED WWW.LIMBURGSLEED.NL
SOTU WWW.SOTUFESTIVAL.COM
SPIJKENISSEFESTIVAL WWW.SPIJKENISSEFESTIVAL.NL
SPROOKJESFESTIVAL WWW.SPROOKJESFESTIVAL.NL
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SWING OP DE BRINK WWW.SWINGOPDEBRINK.NL
SWINGIN’ GRONINGEN WWW.SWINGINGRONINGEN.NL
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THE ART OF DRINKS WWW.THEARTOFDRINKS.NL
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TUNA FESTIVAL WWW.TUNAFESTIVAL.NL
VEGGIEWORLD UTRECHT WWW.VEGGIEWORLD.DE/NL/EVENT/ UTRECHT-NL
WIEZO WIERDENSE ZOMERFEESTEN
WOODSTOCKFESTIVAL
ZEELANDJAZZ
WWW.WIEZO.NL
WWW.MUZIEKFORT.NL
WWW.ZEELANDJAZZ.NL
ZOMER IN DE ZAANEN WWW.ZOMERINDEZAANEN.NL ZOMERTERRAS WWW.ZOMERTERRAS.NL
EASTERN ELECTRICS
WWW.EASTERNELECTRICS.COM
ARS MUSICA
Classic
Established in 1989, Ars Musica is a biennal festival of contemporary music, which is well regarded and well-known in Europe. Since it started, the festival has established itself as an unmissable event in the European contemporary music calendar.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Several venues, Brussels website www.arsmusica.be
FACTS
acts 60 capacity 16,000 type Indoor ticketer
organisation Festival Ars Musica email info@arsmusica.be
BOERENROCK
Two-day event with a party evening on Friday with mainly DJ acts and a traditional festival day with rock & pop acts on Saturday.
ABSOLUTELY FREE FESTIVAL
AFF has a big heart for domestic and foreign musical talent. Its best-known showcase is the Absolutely Free Festival, which pitches its tents at former mine site C-mine in Genk in August.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Genk
website www.absolutelyfreefestival.be
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Absolutely Free Festival email info@absolutelyfree.be
ROCK ZOTTEGEM
3 days festival at Zottegem (flemish Ardens). Two stages (mainstage + dance-area). Acts as Placebo, Alanis Morissette, Alice Cooper, Motörhead, White Lies, The Offspring, Limp Bizkit, Simple Minds, ZZ Top, Interpol, +Live+, Lost Frequenties, Goldband, dEUS.... played the last couple of years at Rock Zottegem.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Vruenpark Waanrode, Kortenaken website www.boerenrock.be
FACTS
acts 15 capacity 4,500 type Outdoor
ticketer Eventsquare
organisation Boerenrock
email dominic@boerenrock.be
booker Dominic Vandermeulen
booker email dominic@boerenrock.be
location BEVEGEMSE VIJVERS, Zottegem website www.rock-zottegem.be
FACTS
acts 40 capacity 12,500 type Indoor+Outdoor
price 50.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer See Tickets
organisation VZW ROCK ZOTTEGEM
email info@rock-zottegem.be
FANTASIA FESTIVAL
Dance, Hardstyle, House, Techno
Fantasia Festival is an EDM-festival which hosted names like Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, Afrojack, Regi, MWAK and many breathtaking artists. It is no longer a youngster in the great adventure park of festivals but it took his place in between other great festivals in Belgium. Music varies from Hardstyle to Retro House, from EDM to deep-house every visitor finds his sweet spot on this day. One of the few festivals that offers All-INN VIP treatment! Life is a Fantasy... at Fantasia Festival!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Festivalweide, Vossestraat, Hamme-Zogge website www.fantasiafestival.be
FACTS
acts 75 capacity 20,000 type Outdoor ticketer Paylogic
organisation Fantasia VZW email info@fantasiafestival.be
booker Fantasia Festival booker email info@fantasiafestival.be
BROSELLA SPRING FESTIVAL
Jazz, World
Best of Belgian jazz and Urban etno in the heart of Brussels!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Lavallée, Brussels website www.brosellaspringfestival.be
FACTS
acts 12 capacity 1,400 type Indoor price 15.00 EUR avg. day ticketer Ticketmatic
organisation Brosella Festival email info@brosella.be
booker Bert Schreurs booker email bert@brosella.be
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BROSELLA FESTIVAL
Jazz, World
Brosella Festival is a music festival with 25 urban etno & jazz (inter)national bands in the shadow of the Atomium in Brussels.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Ossegempark, Brussels
website www.brosellafestival.be
FACTS
acts 25 capacity 12,500 type Indoor
price 20.00 EUR avg. day
ticketer Ticketmatic
organisation Brosella Festival email info@brosella.be
booker Bert Schreurs
booker email bert@brosella.be
LES NUITS BOTA
Folk, Pop, Rock, Singer-Songwriter, Urban
Since 1988, the Botanique has ongaised a festival at the end of spring. With an eclectic line-up of international and local bads, Les Nuits Botanique aims to promote Belgian talent among internationally renowned artists. The festival aims to create a space where everyone feels at ease, to fully enjoy the live experience, in an intimate setting (like the Rotonde) to the big outdoor stage (Chapiteau). Once again the programme encourages discovering new and surprising bands music.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Le Botanique, Brussels website www.botanique.be/en
FACTS
acts 130 capacity 3,050 type Indoor+Outdoor
ticketer Ticketmatic
organisation Le Botanique email info@botanique.be
booker Thomas Konings
booker email thomas@botanique.be
Bart VanderSanden
RECYCLART HOLIDAYS
Experimental, Pop, Rock, Urban, World
Recyclart’s amazing courtyard will be filled again with delights for the summer!
Our inner courtyard is being quietly resuscitated, the giant terrace will unfold again to welcome all kinds of beauty. Music, performances, pop up window & facade exhibitions, vegan resto, mobile interventions, DJ sets, etc etc.... Every Thursday and Friday, your favorite hustle and bustle on Manchester Street. Don’t travel too far, summer gets hot enough in your own city!
Pay what you can!
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location RECYCLART, Brussel website www.recyclart.be
FACTS
acts 100 capacity 1,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Recyclart email info@recyclart.be
EKEREN ZINGT
Nederlandstalig, Pop, World
Great singing party for young and old: sing with many friends popular songs! Concept: ‘Vlaanderen Zingt’
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Park Hof de Bist, Antwerpen website www.ekerenzingt.be
FACTS
acts 1 capacity 4,000 type Outdoor
price Free
organisation C-koren Ekeren vzw en Vriendenkring Chiro Tempo Ekeren vzw
email info@ekerenzingt.be
booker email info@ekerenzingt.be
BENENWERKBALLROOM BRUGEOISE
Dance, Folk, Hiphop, Latin, World
Dance festival in the historic city centre of Bruges. 10 ballrooms with live bands and dj’s going from salsa, tango, lindy hop to electro, dancehall, hiphop, ...
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location City centre, Brugge website www.benenwerk.be
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor price Free
organisation Cactus Muziekcentrum vzw email info@cactusmusic.be
FIESTA MUNDIAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Keiheuvel-Balen, Antwerpen website www.fiestamundial.be email fiesta@fiestamundial.be
LITTLE WAVES
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location C-mine, Genk website www.littlewaves.be
FACTS
type Indoor
organisation C-mine cultuurcentrum email c-minecultuurcentrum@genk.be
GENT FESTIVAL VAN VLAANDEREN
Attracting over 55,000 visitors each year, the Flanders Festival Ghent has become the talk of the music scene with events like ‘OdeGand’ (the big opening event), Artbeat, Parklife with a musical walking tour, .... The festival’s success is in great part due to its unique mix of diversity and creativity. Each year, over 180 concerts (classical and world music) are presented by more than 1500 (inter)national artists.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Various venues, Gent website www.gentfestival.be
FACTS
type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Gent Festival van Vlaanderen email info@festival.be
A-Z
BERGFESTIVAL
WWW.BERG-FESTIVAL.COM
DOUR WWW.DOURFESTIVAL.BE
FÊTES DE WALLONIE WWW.LESWALLONIE.BE
MUZIEK BIJ DE BUREN
SWING WESPELAAR
WILLROCK
WWW.MUZIEKBIJDEBURENVLD.NL
WWW.SWINGWESPELAAR.BE
WWW.WILLROCK.BE
TOMORROWLAND
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
Dance, Hardstyle, House, Techno, Trance
Prepare for a new and magical journey. Unite with People of Tomorrow from all over the world through the power of love, friendship and music.
Live Today, Love Tomorrow, Unite Forever.
location The Schorre, Boom website www.tomorrowland.com
FACTS
acts 1000 capacity 400,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
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I LOVE TECHNO EUROPA
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Montpellier
website www.ilovetechnoeurope.com
email info@livenation.be
OUTLOOK FESTIVAL
Priding themselves on championing both legends of the game and the leaders of tomorrow, Outlook Festival unites the biggest, baddest and best names from dubstep, jungle, dub, drum and bass, hip-hop, grime and everything in between at their fortress home each September. With the baddest soundsystems in the world and an unparalleled line-up for any bass-obsessives.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location The Garden, Tisno website www.outlookfestival.com
type Outdoor
organisation NVS Promotions Ltd email info@outlookfestival.com
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ROCK EN SEINE
For nearly 20 years, Rock en Seine has been one of the biggest dates on the French music summer calendar and it’s one of the great unmissable European festivals.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Domaine National de Saint-Cloud, Paris website www.rockenseine.com/en type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation Rock en Seine
METAL HAMMER PARADISE
Metal Hammer Paradise, launched in 2013, is an indoor metal festival at the holiday resort Weissenhaeuser Strand at the Baltic Sea. During two days the visitors experience 25 metal bands with full sets on three different stages.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Ferienpark Weissenhäuser Strand website www.metal-hammer-paradise.de
FACTS
type Indoor ticketer in-house ticketing division
organisation FKP Scorpio Konzertproduktionen GmbH email presse@fkpscorpio.com
booker Stephan Thanscheidt booker email presse@fkpscorpio.com
MELT FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
website www.meltfestival.de
organisation Melt! Festival GmbH & Co. KG
email info@meltfestival.de
Christoph Eisenmenger
ROLLING STONE BEACH
The Rolling Stone Beach is an indoor festival for the whole family and has been awarded with several awards for being the best indoor festival in Europe. It takes place in november at the holiday park Weissenhaeuser Strand, located directly at the Baltic Sea.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Ferienpark, Weissenhaeuser Strand website www.rollingstone-beach.de
FACTS
type Indoor ticketer in-house ticketing division
organisation FKP Scorpio Konzertproduktionen GmbH email presse@fkpscorpio.com
TOXICATOR
Hardcore, Hardstyle
Strictly Hard: TOXICATOR is the largest event for all harder styles in South-West Germany. International Top-DJs will play on three floors from 8pm - 6am.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Maimarkthalle, Mannheim website www.toxicator.de
FACTS
acts 30 capacity 12,000 type Indoor ticketer myticket
organisation I-Motion GmbH email info@toxicator.de
Julia Schwendner
TOMORROWLAND BRASIL
Dance, Dubstep, Hardstyle, House, Techno
People of Tomorrow from around the world unite to celebrate the magic of Tomorrowland in Brazil. The beautiful Parque Maeda in Itu, São Paulo turns into a magical destination high on the horizon, set against the backdrop of Brazil’s enchanting natural beauty. Offering the ultimate escape from the city during three days of bliss.
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FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Parque Maeda, Itu - São Paulo website www.tomorrowland.com
FACTS
acts 400 capacity 80,000 type Indoor+Outdoor
organisation WeAreOne.World email info@tomorrowland.com -
SEMF
With its date in December, the Stuttgart Electronic Music Festival (SEMF) and cosmopop round up the festival year in perfect manner. Southern Germany’s largest indoor festival presents a wide range of music sounds - from techno to house to electronic charts music, everything has its space and finds an ear. International headliners such as Sven Väth, Nina Kraviz or Len Faki come and go to the SEMF. At the same time, the Stuttgart scene is present with many local heroes and newcomers.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Messe Stuttgart website www.semf.net
FACTS
type Indoor
organisation SEMF GmbH email info@semf.net
ICELAND AIRWAVES FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Reykjavik website www.icelandairwaves.is
KALTERN POP FESTIVAL
The world-famous trombonist Nils Landgren wanders through the sun-kissed landscape of South Tyrol and, the same evening, in a medieval wine museum, channels his natural impressions into an unbelievable performance of improvised jazz. This is the pivotal, irresistible moment of the festival, the one which cultural cognoscenti search for the world over. Here, during three days in October, you can almost reach out and touch this enchanting proof of musical empathy.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Kaltern am See, Südtirol website www.kalternpop.com
FACTS
type Indoor
organisation Raum 3 Konzertveranstaltungs GmbH email info@kalternpop.com
POSITIVUS FESTIVAL
Positivus Festival - your next festival destination - is a hidden gem in the Baltic States located in the picturesque coastal town of Salacgriva in Latvia. The festival brings a rich diversity of international chart toppers and underground emerging talent to the idyllic holiday location surrounded by woodland. With genres spanning pop, indie, synthpop, punk rock, hip hop, electronic and more alongside the very best of the local scene, there is something for every festival-goer to enjoy.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location Lucavsala, Riga website www.positivusfestival.com
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Positivus Music email info@positivusfestival.com
LONDON INTERNATIONAL SKA FESTIVAL
Reggae FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location O2 Academy Islington, London website www.londoninternationalskafestival.co.uk
FACTS
type Indoor ticketer Ticketmaster
organisation The London Intl Ska Festival email sean@pamainternational.co.uk
SINSAL SON ESTRELLA GALICIA
Sinsal Son Estrella Galicia is one of the most singular festivals. It takes place during the day at an island, San Simón, located on the spectacular Vigo estuary, and the audience can only arrive by taking the boats on charter to the organization. The other reason that makes Sinsal a new model of festival is the secret line-up. The audience does not know the name of the artists until they enter the island.
FESTIVAL INFORMATION
location San Simon Island, Redondela, Galicia website festival.sins.al/en
FACTS
type Outdoor
organisation Sinsalaudio email info@sinsalaudio.org
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MKR Nederland heeft een veelzijdig team van stagehands en sitecrew, wereldwijd inzetbaar voor evenementen en producties. Met expertise in de ondersteuning van de op-, en afbouw. Bieden wij flexibele en professionele service.
The Event Academy verzorgt opleidingen waarmee iedereen kan uitgroeien tot een professioneel en veelzijdig crewlid. Of je nu starter bent of je vaardigheden wilt verdiepen, wij bieden training op elk niveau om je klaar te stomen voor de evenementenbranche.
Q-Led Productions levert hoogwaardige LED-oplossingen met focus op precisie en betrouwbaarheid. We combineren technische expertise met maatwerk om elke productie van begin tot eind naadloos te begeleiden. Of het nu gaat om kleinschalige evenementen of grootschalige shows, wij tillen elke uitdaging naar het hoogste niveau.
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JANUARY
date location
1 January-2 March IJsbeelden Festival
9-24 January De Vrienden van Amstel LIVE
15-18 January ESNS (Eurosonic Noorderslag)
18 January Sneeuwpop Wateringen
20 January De Leidse Blues- en Jazzweek
23-26 January Writers Unlimited Internationaal Literatuurfestival
25 January TIJDMASJIEN Winter Festival
25 January Sneeuwbal Winterfestival
25 January Snowbass Festival
25 January-1 February Snowattack
25-26 January Western Experience
31 Jan-22 February Festival de Liège
FEBRUARY
date location
1 February Lansinger Winterland
1 February B.I.T.C.H. Festival
6-9 February Amsterdam International Salsa Festival
7 February Grauzone
7-9 February Irish Pub Festival
8 February Festifoort Festival
8 February Vastenavend St. Krabbegat
8-9 February
February Rotterdam Rave 'Kick Off'
February Festival Kortrijk
February
MARCH
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March Das Alphen Après-Ski
APRIL
3-6 April
4-6 April
5 April
April
5 April Oude Liefde Roest Niet
April Sencity Festival
5 April Leidse Draaiorgeldag
April
April
April
April
April
April
April
12 April
12-13 April
April
April
15-20 April
Printemps De Bourges
17-19 April MOMO Festival
17-20 April Roadburn Festival
18-20 April Parsidance
18-20 April Paaspop
18-20 April DGTL Festival
18-21 April Prilpop Festival
April
19-20 April Brabantse Wal Festival
19-20 April Merlinpop
19-20 April Paaspop Den Hout
19-20 April PaasPop Zieuwent
20 April Garnizoen
21 April BigBand Festival
21 April Aaipop
21-27 April Internation Cuban salsa festival Dias Cubanos
23-25 April
23-27 April FESTIVEL
24-26 April SHARPE festival & conference
24-27 April c/o pop Festival
25 April De Helden van Oranje
25 April Oranjekoorts: de Circuseditie
25-26 April Kingdance Festival
25-26 April THE LIFE I LIVE Koningsnacht
25-26 April Electric Orange
25-26 April Het Foute Oranjefeest
25-27
26
26
26
26
26
26
26 April-11 May
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MAY
1 May-30
3 May Headbanger's Balls Fest
3 May Geheime Liefde
4-5 May
Wageningen NL
5 May Bevrijdingsfestival Zuid-Holland NL
5 May Bevrijdingsdag Enschede NL
5 May Dance4Liberation Festival NL
5 May Het Amsterdams Verbond NL
5 May Bevrijdingspop Ilpendam
5 May Bevrijdingsfestival Fryslân NL
5 May Bevrijdingsfestival Amsterdam Het Vrije Westen NL
5 May Bevrijdingsfestival Groningen NL
5 May Bevrijdingsfestival Alkmaar NL
5 May Bevrijdingsfestival Den Haag NL
5 May Bevrijdingsfestival Flevoland NL
5 May Bevrijdingsfestival Limburg NL
5 May Bevrijdingsfestival NL
5 May
5 May
5 May
Brabant
Drenthe
5 May Bevrijdingsfestival Emmen
5 May Bevrijdingsfestival Nijmegen
5 May Bevrijdingsfestival Overijssel
5 May Bevrijdingsfestival Zeeland
5 May Bevrijdingspop
9-10 May SLEUTERROCK
9-10 May TAPT Festival Amsterdam Oost
9-10 May
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29
29
29 May-1 June
29-31 May
29-31 May
30 May-1
30-31 May
30-31
30-31 May
30-31
31
31
31
31
JUNE
4-7 June
6-8 June
6-8 June
6-8 June
6-8 June
6-8 June
6-9 June
6-9 June
6-9 June
7 June
7 June
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7 June
7-8 June
7-8 June
7-8 June
7-8 June
7-8 June
7-9 June
7-9 June
June
June
June
June
June
June
June
June
June
June
June
June
June
June
June
June
June
June
June
June
June
June
June
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July
July
July
July
July
July
July
July
July
July
July
July
July
July
July
July
July
July
18-19 July City of Dance
18-19 July Rastaplas
18-20 July Ilosaarirock
18-20 July Lollapalooza Paris FR 18-20 July Parookaville DE
18-20 July Sea You Festival DE
18-20 July Walhalla Zomerfeesten
July Nederland Muziekland - Breda in Concert
19-20 July Verknipt ArenA
19-20 July Haltpop
20 July Straattheaterfestival C’est La Vie
20 July C'est la Vie
20 July Zomerpodium Heemskerk
22-27 July Paléo Festival Nyon
24-27 July Sfinks Mixed
24-27 July Benatská! s Impulsem
24-27 July DAS FEST Karlsruhe
July
25 July-10 August Theaterfestival de Parade
25 July-10 August NJO: Muziekzomer Gelderland
25-26 July Rock Olmen
25-26 July TAPT Festival Haarlem
25-26 July WeitjeRock
25-26 July Rotterdam Unlimited Zomercaranaval
25-27 July Liquicity Festival
25-28 July Veenhoop Festival
26 July Orbit
26 July Hardclassics
26 July-3 August Pride Amsterdam
26-27 July Complex Festival
27 July Uit Je Bak! Festival
27 July Brielle Blues Festival
27 July-5 August Ethno Flanders
29 July-3 August Totaalfestival
July-2 August Wacken Open Air
July-3 August Arenal Sound
July-2 August Pol'and'Rock Festival
July-2 August Dicky Woodstock Festival
July-3 August NATURE ONE
July-3 August Solar Weekend
31 July-3 August Castlefest
31 July-3 August Haarlem Culinair
31 July-3 August Bestival
AUGUST
date location 1-10 August Lokerse Feesten
1-3 August Beachweekend
1-3 August Suikerrock
1-3 August Dance D-Vision
1-3 August Festival Dranouter
1-3 August Ronquieres Festival
1-3 August OFF Festival
1-3 August Beatz & Bandz Summerfestival
1-3 August Spikker Country & Westernfestival
1-7 August Sneekweek
2 August Spektrum
2 August Crazy Sexy Cool
2 August Smashed Potatoes Festival
2-10 August Lekker Sneek
3-8 August Horizontoer
6-11 August Sziget Festival
6-9 August Brutal Assault
6-9 August Øyafestivalen
7-10
7-10
7-10
7-10
7-10
7-10
7-17
7-9
7-9
7-9
7-9
8-10
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8-10
8-10
8-10
8-15
8-9
August Zomerfeest Gorinchem
August Vlegeldag
August Gevarenwinkelfestival Blues & Roots
August CuliNESSE
28-31 August Into The Great Wide Open
August Buitenbeenpop
29 Aug-7 September Cultura Nova
29-30 August Nuit Des Choeurs (Stemmen Onder De Sterren)
29-30 August SummerDays Festival
29-30 August Onder De Radar Festival
29-30 August Festival Strand
29-30 August Strand 90's
29-31 August Electric Picnic
29-31 August 24-uurs Solexrace Festival
29-31 August Meerlive Festival
30 August Hidden Garden
30 August Back 2 the 90s Outdoor
30 August Outdoor Stereo Festival
30 August Ground Zero
30 August Het Nest Festival
30-31 August ‘Uitgast, een palet van park en klank’
31 August Duikboot Festival
31 August Brabantsedag
SEPTEMBER
date
4-7 September
5-6 September
5-6 September
5-6 September
5-6 September Bosjesfestival
5-7 September Crammerock
5-7 September Misty Fields
5-7 September Wereldhavendagen
6 September Zino Classixs Outdoor
6 September LIEF <3
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6
6-7 September
6-7 September
7 September Effe noar Geffe
12-13
12-13
12-13
12-13
OCTOBER
October Heerlijk Hemelrijk Festival
October Elektrum Festival
October Het Foute Oktoberfest
12 October JekerJazz Festival
17 October Bergs Bluesfestival
17-19 October The Rock Circus
17-20 October Liereliet Festival
19 October Brainwash
22-26 October Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE)
22-26 October Loveland ADE Shows
23-25 October Left of the Dial
24-26 October Bluesroute Helmond
25 October Keifestival
25 October Mystic Garden Festival ADE
31 October Halloween Festival NRW
NOVEMBER
date location
1 November Snakepit
6-9 November Het Amsterdamse Winterterras
6-9 November Le Guess Who?
7-16 November November Music
7-16 November Rotterdamse Popweek
8-9 November Blaublues
15 November Waailand Feestival
15 November HELLDORADO
16 November Biggg Festival
22 November Tributeland
DECEMBER
date location
17-31 December Het Amsterdamse Winterparadijs
19-31 December De Brabantse Winter
21-31 December Schitterwinter Breda
27-30 December Internationaal Kamermuziekfestival Utrecht
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1 Ander Festival 382
3e Klaphekfestival 382
7th Sunday Festival 137
8Bahn Harbour Festival 382
24-uurs Solexrace Festival 249
90S No Limits 95
90’s on the Beach 190
90’s XXL 382
538 Koningsdag 68
909 Festival 135
AAaipop 59
Aaltjesdagen 145
Absolutely Free Festival 426
A Campingflight to Lowlands Paradise 239
A Day at the Park 383
Admiraliteitsdagen 258
Afrikadag Festival 104
Afrikafestival Hertme 187
Afro-Latino Festival 317
Afrovibes 383
Alcatraz Hard Rock & Metal Festival 325
Alegría Festival 382
Alkmaar Blues Weekend 274
Amersfoort World Jazz Festival 140 AMF 384
Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) 283
Amsterdam International Salsa Festival 28
Amsterdam Open Air 136
Amsterdam Roots Festival 384
Antilliaanse Feesten 322
Antwerp Metal Fest 300
Anywave 384
Appelpop 269
Arenal Sound 360
Ars Musica 426
ASM Festival 99
A State of Trance 32
Awakenings Summer Festival 195
Awakenings Upclose 99
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Back 2 the 90s Outdoor 254
Badpop Festival 189
Balaton Sound 351
BAM! Festival 103
Baroeg Open Air 268
Bazaar Boxtel 162
Beachrockers Festival 177
Beachweekend 319
Beatz & Bandz Summerfestival 222
Bekkerveldfestival 235
Belgium Rhythm ‘n Bluesfestival Peer 303
Bemmelse Dweildag 138
Benatská! s Impulsem 363
Benenwerk - Ballroom Brugeoise 430
Bergs Bluesfestival 282
Bestival 363
Best Kept Secret Festival 142
Bevrijdingsdag Enschede 83
Bevrijdingsevenement Wageningen 80
Bevrijdingsfestival Alkmaar 87
Bevrijdingsfestival Amsterdam
Het Vrije Westen 85
Bevrijdingsfestival Brabant 91
Bevrijdingsfestival Den Haag 87
Bevrijdingsfestival Drenthe 91
Bevrijdingsfestival Emmen 91
Bevrijdingsdag Enschede 82
Bevrijdingsfestival Flevoland 90
Bevrijdingsfestival Fryslân 84
Bevrijdingsfestival Groningen 85
Bevrijdingsfestival Limburg 90
Bevrijdingsfestival Nijmegen 92 Bevrijdingsfestival Overijssel 92
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Zuid-Holland 80
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FestiValderAa 181
Festival De Zon 138
Festival Dranouter 323
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Festival Onderstroom 140
Festival Strand 252
Festival van het Levenslied 152
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Full Color Festival Kampen 158
Fuse StreetRock 197
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Grauzone 29
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Groove Garden 100
Grote beek pop 231
Ground Zero 254 Guilty Pleasure Festival 397
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Garnizoen 298
Gaudeamus Festival 263
Geheime Liefde 79
Geheime Liefde presents: HRFST 279
Geheime Liefde: Tuinen van Geluk 227
Gelderpop 181
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Gent Festival van Vlaanderen 430
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EB Live Festival Guide 2025 is part of EB Live, a publication of
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We have made every effort to ensure the contents of this guide are accurate, current and complete at the time of publication, but we take no responsibility for any error committed. We do apologise for any unintentional error made. The production of the EB Live Festival Guide takes place at the end of each year. Due to changes in festival information during the year, it may occur that the published festival information isn’t up-to-date anymore. We do not accept any legal liability whatsoever arising from or connected to the accuracy, reliability, currency or completeness of any material or quality of any of the information contained in this guide. The copyright of the EB Live Festival Guide is owned by iMediate or, in case additional resources have been acknowledged, by third parties. Its contents, including text, logos and photos, are the property of their respective owners. Unauthorised use is prohibited.
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