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News & Features
Nobel Prize winner Navi Pillay: “International justice is more important than ever”
2026 Nobel Peace Prize winner Navanethem 'Navi' Pillay expressed her support for the international legal community during a visit to The Hague yesterda. During a meeting with Mayor Jan van Zanen at the Old City Hall, the former ICC judge emphasized the importance of...
Gluren bij de Buren celebrates 20 years and is looking for artists and living rooms
National living room festival kicks off anniversary year on Sunday, January 31, 2027 Anyone walking through any residential neighborhood on Sunday, January 31, 2027, might just stumble upon a concert, theater performance, or other event. The Gluren bij de Buren living...
Multiple abuses during inspections for labour exploitation
As part of the Week against Human Trafficking from October 12 to 16, the Hague Economic Intervention Team (HEIT), in cooperation with the Netherlands Labour Inspectorate, conducted comprehensive company inspections last week at three companies in The Hague and Alphen...
Behind The Menu: Potato Batata – Where Lebanese Home Cooking Meets the Dutch Aardappel
There's a particular kind of idea that only makes sense once someone says it out loud: build an entire menu around the potato, in a country that eats them almost daily. At Potato Batata, tucked away on Maliestraat 1, that’s exactly what you can expect. Lama Yazbeck,...
And Concept Store: Inside the Store Where Slow Living Meets Handmade Treasures
Piet Heinstraat is one of my favourite streets in the city — lovely cafés, restaurants and stores line it, and you could easily spend half a day exploring it all. One of the most charming spaces there is, And Concept Store. Run by Bénédicte Cador-Robinot, originally...
Your Teen Wants a Tattoo or Piercing? What Parents in The Hague Should Know
By Percy, founder of Tat2holics, tattoo and piercing studio in The Hague Almost every week, a parent walks into our studio with a teenager by their side. Some parents are excited. Others are nervous, and a few are quietly hoping we’ll say no. And if you moved to the...
New P+R Victory Boogie Woogie Opens in The Hague
Motorists can now park at the new P+R Victory Boogie Woogie on Laan van Hoornwijck 70T and travel to The Hague city centre in approximately 15 minutes using tram 1 or 15. P+R stands for Park and Ride, a system that allows drivers to park their cars outside the...
Haags Historisch Museum Renovation Reaches Major Milestone
The renovation and expansion of the Haags Historisch Museum (The Hague Historical Museum) has reached an important milestone, with construction reaching its highest point. To mark the occasion, Alderman for Culture Lotte van Basten Batenburg and Museum Director Tjeerd...
The Hague Offers Gift Cards to Thank Informal Carers and Volunteers
The Municipality of The Hague is once again offering gift cards to informal carers and volunteers in recognition of their contribution to the community. Applications opened on Wednesday 14 October and will remain open until 24 December 2026. The annual initiative...
The Hague Tests Emergency Support Points to Help Residents During Crises
The Hague has begun testing neighbourhood emergency support points (noodsteunpunten) to help residents during major emergencies, such as prolonged power cuts. The first practical exercise took place in Transvaal on Thursday 8 October, with further exercises planned in...
Eneco Tour starts in The Hague with a unique time trial for women and men on Tuesday 13 October
The Hague will be the setting for the start of the Eneco Tour on Tuesday, October 13. From Sportcampus Zuiderpark, both male and female cyclists will begin a spectacular 3.1-kilometer evening prologue. It is a first: not only is it the first time that women are...
The Hague Community Initiative Stek – Buurt & Lukas Wins Appeltje van Oranje 2026
Stek – Buurt & Lukas, a community initiative in The Hague's Schilderswijk neighbourhood, has won an Appeltje van Oranje 2026 award for its work helping people overcome poverty through practical support, community connections and opportunities to take control of...
Community Story: What Moving to the Netherlands Taught Me About My Body
Shilpa is a narratologist, writer and founder of The Bridge HUB. She moved to the Netherlands as an undiagnosed neurodivergent expat and learned the cost of masking firsthand. Now she builds ways across. Affordable Dutch classes. Music lessons for those with passion...
PEPpodium Connects The Hague Businesses with Community Organisations
A new initiative bringing businesses and community organisations together has been launched in The Hague. PEPpodium, developed by PEP Den Haag, aims to make it easier for local companies to contribute their expertise, resources and networks to organisations working to...
The Hague Rules Out Fireworks Exemptions for New Year Celebrations
The Hague will not grant exemptions for the use of consumer fireworks during the upcoming New Year celebrations. Mayor Jan van Zanen announced the decision on Friday 9 October, confirming that the city will follow the new national fireworks ban without allowing...
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Highlighted Events
Start your Sundays with Classical Music in Theater DE VESTE Delft
Once a month, Theater DE VESTE in Delft hosts a classical music concert on Sunday morning at 11.30. Music transcends languages, and therefore these concerts are accessible for internationals. Each concert costs €23,50 with discounted tickets available for €15 for...
Halloween XXL @ Grote Markt (31 October 2026)
Seven venues, one night and free entry throughout! Halloween XXL takes over the Grote Markt from 21:30, expanding the Boterwaag’s annual Halloween party across the square. Expect dancefloor favourites at Boterwaag, Americana at Vavoom, electronic music at Zèta, rock...
St Andrew’s Charity Ball The Hague (8 November 2026)
Celebrate St Andrew’s Day 2026 in style at the annual St Andrew’s Charity Ball — an enjoyable evening of formal dining, ceilidh dancing, live music, and fundraising for local and Scottish charities. Information about recent charity beneficiaries can be found here....
American Women’s Club Halloween Open House (31 October 2026)
The American Women's Club is again hosting a Halloween open house on Saturday October 31 beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the AWC Clubhouse Bisschopstraat 5 2596XH.
Profile Studio Business Club (12 November 2026)
So… What Is It That You Actually Do?A practical take on storytelling for entrepreneurs Profile Studio Business Club is a monthly gathering for small business owners, solopreneurs, and entrepreneurs seeking connection, collaboration, and growth. Held every second...
Sound or Not Festival (3-6 December 2026)
Modelo62 hosts a new edition of this festival featuring performances that test, blur and playfully transgress the boundaries of what music can be. The programme encourages the audience and the artists to experience ‘sound’ not merely as a concert, but as a physical,...
Dog P(ART)Y @ The Story Cafe (31 October 2026)
Something new is coming to our city. A dog-friendly event! The Story Cafe brings you the Dog P(ART)Y — a few relaxed hours in the morning with you, your dog, and a small group of like-minded individuals. Here’s what to expect: Delicious bites for you and your dog A...
And Concept Store Pink Christmas (26 November 2026)
Ready for Christmas shopping with a French flare? And Concept Store invites guests to a VIP Christmas shopping experience with drinks, some treats, and surprises.
All Souls’ Day Concert @ Kloosterkerk (31 October 2026)
On Saturday 31 October 2026, the Residentie Kamerkoor will present its seventh annual All Souls' Day Concert (Allerzielenconcert) at the historic Kloosterkerk in The Hague. Organised in collaboration with the Kloosterkerk and Nieuwe Badkapel, the concert offers an...
Holland Gnawa Festival The Hague (28 October–7 November 2026)
From 28 October to 7 November 2026, Holland Gnawa Festival returns to The Hague for its eighth edition, bringing international musicians, new talent and cultural traditions to venues across the city. Under the theme Music Without Borders, the festival celebrates...
The Hague English Comedy Nights @ Theater Branoul (24 October 2026)
Looking for an evening of laughter in English? The Hague English Comedy Nights returns to Theater Branoul on Saturday 24 October 2026, with two performances featuring international stand-up comedians. This month's headliner is British comedian George Egg, joined by...
Résonances Boréales: Northern Lights Experience @ Museon-Omniversum (23–24 October 2026)
Have you ever dreamed of seeing the Northern Lights? On 23 and 24 October 2026, Museon-Omniversum in The Hague brings the magic of the Canadian aurora to its dome theatre, accompanied by a live piano performance by Canadian pianist and composer Roman Zavada....
Praat Nederlands Day: Speak Dutch Day (26 November 2026)
Would you like to speak more Dutch but find it difficult to use the language outside the classroom? On Thursday 26 November 2026, Praat Nederlands Day offers internationals an opportunity to use their Dutch in relaxed, everyday situations, with a programme of...
Welcome to The Hague Event with The Hague International Centre (26 November 2026)
Are you new to The Hague and curious to meet other newcomers? The Hague International Centre is organising a special edition of its Welcome to The Hague event on Thursday 26 November 2026, offering an engaging evening of activities, practical information and...
Festival de Betovering (17–25 October 2026)
Festival de Betovering returns to The Hague from 17 to 25 October 2026, bringing nine days of theatre, dance, music, film and creative workshops for children during the autumn school holidays. The international arts festival offers hundreds of activities at 65...
