Nacht van de Kaap
Long-gone times revive One night a year, the area Katendrecht travels back in time. Back in the days, this area was notorious as a red-light district, a sailor’s neighbourhood where stories about naughty adventures were circulating. “The Night of the Cape” is an international sailor, and life song festival, where times long-gone are revived at […]
World Port Days
Rotterdam Port Celebrations Being the largest port in Europe, there is a lot to say about the harbour of Rotterdam. That’s why we celebrate our port every year with a weekend full of activities. Discover the harbour and learn more about the professions, new technologies, the complex logistics, the ambitions for the cleanest port in […]
Tapas
Spanish cuisine is an all-time favourite: tapas never get boring. These modest, tasty dishes are ideal for shared dining – and lunching. So many people, so many flavours, so many tapas. From classic to modern and everything in between – a day without tapas is a day not lived. Words: Dijlan van Vlimmeren Destino Walk […]
Waterfestival at the Rotte
Having fun on the water Experience the Waterfestival on the Rotte on Saturday 31st of August at the Crooswijksebocht in Rotterdam. Step into the CroosPont by canoe, sloop, rowing-boat or a SUP, meet a forester and beekeeper, go plastic fishing or race along with the Dragon boat race. Would you rather stay on the quay? […]
Oude Haven zomer festival
Those summer nights The Old Harbour Summer Festival brings the old harbour to life with all kinds of intimate concerts at several special locations in the Oude Haven: “special performances at special places”. Music is the common thread here, but other forms of art and culture also come along, such as collaborations with other acts, […]
Fabrique Mozaique
One time only pop-up concerts Motel Mozaïque brings high-quality pop concerts by national and international bands to the harbour or the centre of Rotterdam. This summer, Belgium Rock ‘n Roll band Triggerfinger is coming over to celebrate their 20th anniversary in the “Onderzeebootloods” and Dutch Hiphop artist Typhoon comes back to treat his fans with […]
CuliNESSE
Culinary party at Nesselande From Thursday 29th to Saturday 31st of August, CuliNESSE celebrates its ninth edition of the culinary music festival. In Rotterdam-Nesselande you can once again enjoy culinary delights from several renowned restaurants in the region, performances by famous artists and numerous other activities. This year’s line-up features Di-rect, Clouseau, Waylon, Guus Meeuwis, […]
De Weelde
This place is amazing. A-MA-ZING. It is so unique and creative. Weelde is a free state in Rotterdam West where music, theatre, art, performance, food and drink meld together. The grounds are over two hectares and include a lunchroom, a restaurant, a bar, a lush garden, a large shed and a huge greenhouse. Check their […]
Sense of Dubai
It’s as if you’ve entered a store in Dubai. Bling, bling! Sense of Dubai is a perfumery with exclusive, high-end niche perfumes from brands like Mancera and Xerjoff. The scents are better concentrated so the perfume will linger on your skin longer. This store is also specialised in home fragrances, including bakhoor, a type of […]
Vrije Volk Festival
The extravagant finale The ‘Vrije Volk Festival’ is one of the last festivals of the season in Rotterdam. This festival is for everyone: men, women, poor, rich, young, old, gay or straight; whoever you want to be, feel free. The Main stage is hosted by the nightclub Now & Wow and promises to be extravagant. […]