Latest Events in Zuid-Holland(November Updated)

Why do we swoon over baby faces, stay glued to screens showing fluffy kitten videos, and collectively communicate through emojis? This summer, discover the seductive and sometimes confusing universe of CUTE at Kunsthal Rotterdam, an exhibition that shows how cuteness has both conquered and deregulated our world. In this time of fast online stimuli, being cute is not just attractive, but also a powerful tool to manipulate, comfort, or provoke. Dance to sugary beats in the Hello Kitty disco, transform into an anime character in the installation Glimmer, or dress up tiny digital monsters in the game arcade. Especially for CUTE, JimmyPaul designed a dress to celebrate Miffy’s seventieth birthday. From Japanese kawaii to funny memes and futuristic design: CUTE immerses you in an ultra-cute experience.

"The Grand Tour - Destination Italy" takes you back to the 17th and 18th centuries, when young British aristocrats embarked on multi-year journeys through Europe to complete their studies. Italy was their ultimate destination. They loved bringing back tangible souvenirs of their English country homes—not photographs or postcards, but portraits of themselves, Roman statues, or magnificent cityscapes. These "souvenirs" will be on display at the Mauritshuis for the duration of the exhibition. We have been granted permission to loan artworks from English country estates such as Burghley Hall, Holkham House, and Woburn Abbey. Will you join us on the Grand Tour? Visit the exhibition for a chance to win a trip to Rome, every Grand Tour enthusiast's ultimate destination.

Are you coming to the Mauritshuis to see Paulus Potter? Our restorers are busy working on Paulus Potter's world-famous painting, The Bull, which is the largest painting in the Mauritshuis. So, it's quite a project!

From exquisite paintings to earrings, from children's drawings to a plate of fruit, there's everything. Following our second open call, we received over 2,700 new interpretations of Vermeer's iconic masterpiece, "Girl with a Pearl Earring." We sincerely thank everyone who participated. "We were surprised and overwhelmed by the number of submissions, but we are also deeply grateful for the quality. There's no doubt that our masterpiece will continue to be a source of inspiration for people around the world," said Director Martin Gosselink. Starting February 25th, 60 new "Girls" will be on display in the Mauritshuis' lobby, presented in 3D-printed frames that are identical to the original.

The Rotterdam International Film Festival (IFFR) is a leading international film festival that hosts a wide range of events throughout the year, aiming to deepen appreciation for films of all forms, expand and enrich audiences, and create opportunities for independent filmmakers and artists from around the world. The Rotterdam International Film Festival (IFFR), with its visionary programming and forward-thinking initiatives, provides an inclusive platform for diverse voices, audiovisual forms, and rich narrative styles. We are an unmissable destination for film professionals and enthusiasts. We provide funding and development opportunities for filmmakers and artists and are committed to enhancing the impact of their work worldwide. We are open to everyone. Through screenings, lectures, exhibitions, education, professional events, and grant programs, we bring together people from diverse backgrounds to foster discovery, exchange, learning, and development. We focus on uncharted territories, we create space for ideas, push the boundaries of creativity, and generate transformative power. The 55th festival will be held from January 29 to February 8, 2026.

The Spijkenisse-SPARK marathon starts and ends in Spijkenisse and continues mainly through the polders of Nissewaard and along the Bernisse. It can be a tough marathon: you can’t hide and the weather has free rein everywhere. However, that has its charm: a considerable number of runners attended all editions, including a number from Belgium, the United States, Norway, Germany and Great Brita

Are you ready? Participating in the jubilee edition of this winter running party will be a unique experience! The classic 15 km course of the Bruggenloop is about 6 bridges in Rotterdam including the famous Willemsbrug and the Van Brienenoord bridge.

The CPC Loop Den Haag (abbreviated for City-Pier-City Loop) is an annual half marathon competition held in the Hague, Netherlands, every March.The inaugural edition was held in 1975 and featured a 14.5 km course. This was extended to the half marathon distance the following year. The competition has been used as the Dutch half marathon championships on a number of occasions. The course is a relatively flat one, which lends itself to fast times for athletes.The most successful athletes of the CPC race are both Dutch: Carla Beurskens and Marti ten Kate have both topped the podium on four separate occasions. In its earlier editions, Dutch and other Europeans were the most successful athletes. From the 1990s onwards, this changed due to the rise of African, and particularly Kenyan, runners. Kenya’s dominance was highlighted by a ten-year undefeated streak in the men’s race from 2001 to 2010.This family event held in The Hague attracts thousands of participants and spectators each year. This fast NN Half Marathon will garner considerable interest both nationally and internationally. But it offers far more than that. The NN CPC Half Marathon The Hague has become a true tradition. It also hosts the Netherlands’ largest school run, with thousands of children participating from almost 100 schools.

Join the esteemed Brielle Library as they warmly welcome bestselling author Mary Kay Andrews for an exclusive event. With your ticket purchase, you will receive a hardcover copy of her captivating book, "Bright Lights, Big Christmas," along with light refreshments at the renowned Brielle Library. Mary Kay Andrews is a highly acclaimed New York Times bestselling author, known for her incredible works such as "The Beach House Cookbook" and over twenty other novels, including "The Weekenders," "Ladies' Night," and "Savannah Blues." With her background as a former journalist for The Atlanta Journal Constitution, she brings a unique perspective to her captivating stories. "Bright Lights, Big Christmas" follows the journey of Kerry Tolliver, a newly single and unemployed woman who finds herself back at her family's Christmas tree farm in North Carolina. When she is persuaded to assist her brother in selling trees in New York City, she reluctantly agrees, leading her to unexpected encounters and a chance at love. Mary Kay Andrews' holiday tale is filled with warmth, nostalgia, and the enchantment of Christmas in the City. Don't miss this opportunity to cozy up with Santa's favorite novelist!