7 events worth knowing about in the #Netherlands

If you’re an international, a student, or a family looking for something useful to do, here are 7 events worth checking out in August and early September.

1. ESN Intro Week 2026
⌛️ 28 August to 2 September | #Groningen
📌 For international students starting their life in Groningen.
🔗 https://www.esn-groningen.nl
👉 Organiser: Esn Groningen

2. Pluk de Nacht
⌛️ 6 to 15 August | #Utrecht
⌛️ 19 to 29 August | #Amsterdam
📌 Open-air cinema and relaxed summer evenings.
🔗 https://plukdenacht.nl
👉 Organiser: Pluk de Nacht

3. Grachtenfestival
⌛️ 7 to 16 August | #Amsterdam
📌 Music performances across the city, with a strong focus on emerging talent.
🔗 https://www.grachtenfestival.nl
👉 Organiser: Grachtenfestival

4. KEI Week 2026
⌛️ 10 to 14 August | #Groningen
📌 An introduction week for new students to discover Groningen and student life.
🔗 https://www.keiweek.nl
👉 Organiser: Kei Week Groningen

5. Expats Meetup
⌛️ 14 August | #Groningen
📌 Meet other internationals and make new connections.
🔗 https://iwcn.nl
👉 Organiser: IWCN and Expats in Groningen

6. Jeugdvakantieland
⌛️ 10 to 21 August | #Rotterdam
📌 Activities, games and summer fun for children and families.
🔗 https://www.ahoy.nl
👉 Organiser: Rotterdam Ahoy

7. Homewards: The Welcome Evening
⌛️ 28 August | #Eindhoven
📌 A welcome event for newcomers, internationals and locals to connect.
🔗 https://www.hollandexpatcenter.com
👉 Organiser: The Holland Expat Center South

Some events are free, while others need a ticket or registration. Always check the organiser’s page before you go for the latest programme, availability and practical details.

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