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  1. Event Henrik Ibsen adapted for the old Appelloods stage

    David Geysen reworks Master Builder Solness into an intimate four-actor drama coloured by his own father's death.

    15 September 2026

  2. Event Cabaret try-out Van Harte! with Iris Rulkens

    Expect fresh character work, musical numbers, and comedy sketches as she tests new solo material on stage.

    15 September 2026

  3. Event Scale 288 historic steps during Beklimming van De Haagse Toren

    Climb up ninety-two metres with a guide, pausing inside four attics before reaching the church tower balcony.

    15 September 2026

  4. Event Experimental noise, tape loops and dance with Flowers/Ghosts&Echoes

    Guitars, synths, and live tape manipulation meet contemporary movement and projections across an experimental audio-visual evening.

    15 September 2026

  5. Event Cameretten Festival preliminary round

    Five emerging cabaret performers test their material live onstage competing for spots in the upcoming semifinals.

    15 September 2026

  6. Event Hizir Cengiz presents Xizir in Zaal 3

    A solo literary performance reflecting on identity and belonging, staged in Het Nationale Theater's studio space.

    15 September 2026

  7. Event Hart Beach surf- en skatelessen on the Scheveningen coast

    Outdoor youth board instruction runs on the beach and pavement through local sports school Hart Beach.

    15 September 2026

  8. Event My Little Puny and Keta Minaj host BY AMI’s Drag Bingo

    Glitter outfits, bingo numbers and served dishes fill four lively hours run by two resident drag performers.

    15 September 2026

  9. Event Antonis Pittas presents Mix & Match at Kunstmuseum

    New contemporary works by artist Antonis Pittas fill daytime gallery slots inside the city's municipal art museum.

    15 September 2026

  10. Event Grandstand procession views and Prinsjesdag High Tea

    Pastries and grandstand seating along Lange Voorhout lead into full tea service inside Hotel Des Indes.

    15 September 2026

  11. Event Historical research talks at De Verhalensalon

    Researchers discuss wartime Dutch newspapers and new books before an open question session with the audience.

    15 September 2026

  12. Event De Royal Stadswandeling around Prinsjesdag history

    A guided walk visits key royal route landmarks, wraps in local traditions, and serves traditional Haagse Kakker.

    15 September 2026

  13. Event Free walk-in legal consultations at De Haagse Wetswinkel

    Law students review paperwork and help draft objection letters during this walk-in session for qualifying lower-income residents.

    15 September 2026

  14. Event Club sounds and absurdism in Dylan Nieuwland’s Nul

    Two performers debate social status, missing diplomas and personal worth against a backdrop of electronic beats.

    15 September 2026

  15. Event Pedal-boat swan rides across the Hofvijver

    Swan-shaped pedal boats drift past parliament buildings, offering families an easy outing right on the city pond.

    15 September 2026

  16. Event Prinsjesdag 2026 carriage procession and balcony appearance

    Crowds line Lange Voorhout as the royal carriage rides toward the theatre, accompanied by minute-gun artillery salutes.

    15 September 2026

  17. Guide Essentially The Hague – dinsdag 15 september 2026

    Essentially The Hague voor dinsdag 15 september: omleidingen voor Prinsjesdag beginnen, wandeling over landgoed Clingendael, kamermuziek in Diligentia

    14 September 2026

  18. Event The Living List workshop at Everybody Networks Here

    Professionals gather for structured icebreakers, snacks, drinks and an interactive workshop run by Oscar de Grauw.

    14 September 2026

  19. Event Real Kafka Stories from ING, Rabobank and Axual

    Data engineers talk through real producer tuning and event streaming pipelines over drinks and food.

    14 September 2026

  20. Event Drafting organisational messages with ethical AI support

    Purpose-led teams draft a core message using a practical framework, experimenting with AI tools as thought partners.

    14 September 2026