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Introductory Spanish language lesson over homemade tortilla
Fifteen beginners learn fundamental Spanish phrases together over drinks and fresh homemade halal tortilla in an intimate atelier.
16 September 2026
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Unplugged tunes at Open Podium Night at The Golden Stork
Musicians play directly on the bar floor without stages or microphones, welcoming walk-in listeners for a quiet evening.
16 September 2026
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Eight-week bachata styling course focused on stage performance
Weekly studio sessions cover footwork, isolations and arm styling, building toward advanced choreography filmed for upcoming festival stages.
16 September 2026
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Casual meetup for Utrecht Metalheads at Oproer Brouwerij
Heavy music fans meet up over craft beers at the Overvecht taproom, organized by a local metal community.
16 September 2026
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Democracy workshops and quiz during Week van de Rechtsstaat
ProDemos specialists lead interactive exercises, group conversations and a quiz exploring the fundamentals of the democratic rule of law.
16 September 2026
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Minoes 25th anniversary screening at Theater Dakota
The beloved Dutch family film about a cat turned woman returns to Dakota's screen for its twenty-fifth anniversary.
16 September 2026
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Late-night dancing and pop classics at Cloos
Dinner tables get cleared away to make room for resident DJs spinning dance tracks and familiar sing-alongs.
16 September 2026
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Practical scam prevention in the DigiVeiliger digital safety course
Learn to spot phishing emails, dodge online scams, and bank safely during this three-part library workshop.
16 September 2026
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Hypnotic recital with mezzo-soprano Kseniia Nikolaieva
Florent Mourier accompanies the Royal Opera House mezzo-soprano on piano inside the historic Grote Kerk.
16 September 2026
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Meet local maternity professionals at Geboorte Event
Stalls, baby-wearing demos, and practical advice covering pregnancy through postpartum care, with free gift bags for new mothers.
16 September 2026
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Festival Klassiek achter de Duinen programme preview lecture
Music journalist Merlijn Kerkhof breaks down featured composers and key works across a single one-hour talk.
16 September 2026
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Riot Girls brings live punk to Paardcafé
Live sets inspired by women in punk rock, featuring local and Utrecht-based act BLEEDROOT on stage.
16 September 2026
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Debussy, Grieg, and Bizet by Sinfonia Rotterdam
Caplet's orchestral arrangement of Clair de lune opens an evening anchored by Grieg's Piano Concerto and Bizet's First Symphony.
16 September 2026
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Gel printing and collage course Van Print tot Prent
Acrylic paint textures, gel plates, and cut-paper collage inspired by Eric Carle for a group of seven.
16 September 2026
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Letters of Anna van Hannover and Willem IV examined
Historian Ineke Huysman reads through eighteenth-century correspondence to trace the royal couple's domestic and political bond.
16 September 2026
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PrinsjesDebat youth debating rounds for Prinsjesfestival
Dutch school pupils compete in carousel debate sessions on modern democracy before an afternoon award presentation.
16 September 2026
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Henry van Loon’s comedic biopic Keanu
Dutch cabaretier Henry van Loon draws comic parallels between himself and the action star in a theatrical solo show.
16 September 2026
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Tour James Turrell’s Hemels Gewelf in Kijkduin
A short walk and talk through the seaside land artwork, finishing with a complimentary drink at the cafe.
16 September 2026
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Future Thinking workshop and tour for entrepreneurs
Twenty participants tour museum exhibits together, work through an interactive strategy session, and finish with drinks.
16 September 2026
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Screening of Dutch drama Sugar at Flora Filmtheater
Singer Delany Lepelblad debuts as a hair stylist navigating an abusive relationship in this intense 89-minute drama.
16 September 2026
