International Film Festival Rotterdam Undoubtedly one of the highlights of the year, the IFFR takes over the city for 12 whole days. The festival is not only a public event for film fanatics and culture lovers, but also a meeting of thousands of film professionals, reporters and critics from all over the world. The programme…
A little over 100 years ago, Kralingen was an independent village where good money was being made in the peat extraction business. It was a place where the elite built retreats and almshouses for widows and elderly maidservants. Words: Evelien Baks You may often hear locals describing something old as being ‘as old as the…
New Year’s organ concert Come celebrate the new year with a concert by Hayo Boerema, the Laurenscantorij led by Wiecher Mandemaker and a ‘mystery guest’. After the concert, there will be New Year’s drinks. Concerts in the ‘Organ’ series are free but require reservation and there will be a collection afterwards. > 6 January, 15.00…
Hans Kleinjan, Maikel Kleinjan and Roderik Faasen, otherwise known as the artistic trio AAA, have been working together for 10 years. Recently these three artists have announced their collaboration with the Italian restaurant Mangiare to open a restaurant in their gallery: GaleriAAA by Mangiare. Both the artist trio and the restaurant desire to create something…
Trompenburg is a beautifully landscaped botanical garden, located on the edge of the city centre in the Kralingen district. Their annual Christmas market is the perfect place to enjoy a hot cup of Gluhwein and to browse the many stalls selling handcrafted items and gifts. And you’ll even be able to pick up some Christmas…
Experience Rotterdam in a unique way: in the moving tram restaurant RotterTram. While you slowly take in the city’s skyline and highlights, you’ll be served a four-course gastronomic meal with matching wines. RotterTram is a crowdfunded dream come true of Suzanne Knegt, who used to work for RET, the city’s public transport operator. A historic…
Immerse yourself in the ultimate Chirstmas experience at Hudson’s Bay! The popular department store, Hudson’s Bay, offers an assortment of fashion, beauty, lifestyle and home, designed by exclusive brands and popular designers. From Tuesday 27 November to Thursday 27 December, they will surprise guests with a magic mirror on the shop floor. Through the advanced…
A romantic & intimate festival with mesmirising lights right next to the Euromast! This year is the 2nd edition of IJsvrij Park Festival, and will be hosting an extensive range of events and activities for you to enjoy. In addition to skating with friends, family and colleagues, visitors can also enjoy numerous activities and performances…
Photo expo by Lars van den Brink At first glance, you think you’re looking at a normal picture of a city streetscape. But look again at this and you’re left wondering: is it night or day? That’s exactly the reaction noted Dutch photographer Lars van den Brink is aiming for. He shows what the world…
Think city tours are the preserve of unadventurous tourists and that they’ve nothing to offer you because you’ve seen it all? You couldn’t be more wrong. Rotterdam Hidden Gems’ daily tours are a world away from the image you may have in mind. You effortlessly cruise around the city on all-electric scooters, without being overloaded…