Sports on Screens
Sports Film Festival Sports enthusiasts can indulge themselves during the fifth edition of the Sports Film Festival, which celebrates international, sports-themed films and documentaries. Expect an extensive programme covering an array of disciplines such as football, tennis, boxing, cycling, baseball and skating. Lantaren Venster is the centre of the event, screening amongst others:John McEnroe; In […]
Wijnbar de Avonden
In a characteristic corner building in the Kleiwegkwartier (Rotterdam North), two local residents longing for a nice pub in the area serving good wine, opened up their own wine bar. ‘With a lot of love and hard work’, say Petra and Seb, and with financial support from crowdfunding and a number of generous investors from […]
Museum Tour Bus
There is a new bus connection between Museumpark and Van Nelle Factory! The Chabot Museum (1938) and the Van Nelle Factory (1930) are closely related to the Bauhaus, which celebrates its 100th anniversary this year. Lovers of architecture, art and industrial heritage can now enjoy a special tour combining the collection in the Chabot Museum […]
Sweat, Tears and Blisters
NN Marathon Rotterdam The most vibrant event in the city is definitely the Rotterdam Marathon. Professional athletes and amateurs, young and old, men and women, national and international, all run the 42.2km route through the city together. Traversing bridges, parks and streets: friends, family, neighbours, musicians and just about everyone that passes by flock to […]
Hulstkamp Gebouw
Hulstkamp Building: A Future-Proofed City Icon ‘HULSTKAMP GEBOUW’. Every Rotterdammer knows the handsome building with the bright red lettering on Noordereiland, yet they might not be able to say much about its130-year history. Now, after a restoration, the building is back to its former splendour, and it’s time to get up close and personal. Words: […]
The Boathouse Kralingen
Looking for a lunch with a view? Meet up at The Boathouse Kralingen, right on the beach of the Kralingse Plas. The glass pavilion is an eye-catching addition to the restaurant options in the area, with the lunch menu including a ‘High Sea’ from renowned fishmongers Schmidt,and matching wine suggestions. The Boathouse is also an […]
Time Travel
Science Fiction: A Journey into the Unknown Currently being staged at the Kunsthal, this exhibition features more than 850 unique objects arranged into four sections. The exhibition unveils a kaleidoscopic exploration of science fiction’s long-standing influence on contemporary culture. Kunsthal, Museumpark, Westzeedijk 341 On until June 30Open: Tue-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 11am-5pmKunsthal.nl
Keilecafe returns!
Keilecafe is back! It’s the place to be during warmer months for a nice bite and a little boogie on the weekends. Local upcoming artists play on an open air stage, food is provided by professional chefs and the bar offers an extensive list of drinks. To celebrate the first weekend of Spring, this ‘permanent […]
Chef Exchange at Aloha
The ex-tropical paradise swimming poool turned hip sustainable restauant and café, Aloha, have teamed up with a UK-based restaurant called Issac At. Aparently their no nonsense, hyper-local and young driven team were a perfect match with Aloha and now these two establishments have joined forces for a ‘chef exchange’. Together they serve a six-course menu. […]
Oliver Heldens in Rotterdam
Oliver Heldens Presents: Heldeep 5 For the first time in four years the Dutch DJ / producer is in Rotterdam! Since his breakthrough with “Gecko” in 2015, Oliver Heldens has toured non-stop with over 650 shows around the world. But Heldens has announced his long-awaited return to his hometown for two major shows. Presale is […]
