Celebrating freedom
Festival of Freedom On 5 May, we celebrate freedom. In 1945, on 5 May, the Netherlands was liberated from the German occupation during the 2nd World War. Ever since, we take this day to reflect and be thankful for our freedom. We also show our support to the people for whom freedom is not a […]
Mascolori
If you’re having an off day, just visit Mascolori and you’ll be as happy as a clam. All those colours and patterns will make your day and brighten your footwear. Owning a pair of Mascolori, you’re not just wearing shoes, you’re wearing art, since they collaborate a lot with artists, art institutions and events. Mascolori […]
Sensational circus acts throughout the city
City Circus Festival At the beginning of May, the city centre transforms into a big, open circus. For five days, you can enjoy different performances and individual acts for all ages. If the spectacular circus acts get your blood pumping, why not give it a try for yourself? Join one of the many workshops, such […]
Orange Night
Nacht van Oranje The night before King’s Day, Ahoy Rotterdam transforms into one big orange arena. More than 12,000 fans of Dutch music, all dressed in orange, sing along to the biggest hits from the most popular Dutch artists. The lyrics are displayed on large screens, so even if you don’t speak Dutch fluently, you […]
Aloha Rotterdam
Located in a previously abandoned, sub-tropical water recreation park, Aloha focuses on sustainable, local food and the circular economy. Where once the old outdoor pools were, is now an amazing terrace looking out directly over the river. Maasboulevard 100alohabar.nl [Photo by Sophia van de Hoek]
Home from Home: The Architect DJ
In this series, Inside Rotterdam talks to expats, international students and fresh arrivals about why they’ve chosen to make Rotterdam their new home. Words: Jelle Simons Photography: Bart Hoogveld The Architect DJ Ovidiu Stanciu loves to wander through the southern part of Rotterdam. The remnants of the city’s old dockyards, with their robust, industrial buildings, […]
Blijdorp Fesitval hosts their free spirited, independent and intimate electronic festival in iconic buildings in the city. During the Easter weekend, Blijdorp Fesitval takes place in the monumental concert venue De Doelen; where the Rolling Stones recorded their album in secret and Nirvana once trashed the stage. Join in to celebrate art, culture and some […]
Our City is Your City
Motel Mozaïque MOMO Festival: three days of exciting (new) artists in music, art and performance. A festival full of surprises; go with an open mind and enjoy art for all the senses in our beautiful city. This year is the 19th edition and since its beginning, the festival offers the chance to spend the night […]
Meeting Artists in their Studios
Gallery Crawl The Gallery Crawl is a fixed route through various workshops and studios in the north of Rotterdam. The route is easy to follow by foot or by bike and helps you get to know this area of Rotterdam a little better. During the event, an additional program gives you access to artists and […]
KINO
KINO is the new cinema in the centre of Rotterdam, where you can watch a number of quality films, from arthouse to blockbusters, shorts to classics. From early afternoon until late in the evening you can eat, drink, watch movies and do work at KINO. The kitchen is just as varied as the film offering. […]