Culture News in English
Latest culture headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Keukenhof attracts 1.4 million visitors for fourth year in a row
The Keukenhof flower park in Lisse welcomed over 1.4 million visitors during its 2026 opening period, maintaining consistent attendance for the fourth consecutive year. While many visitors were Dutch,...
Harry Styles to play ten shows at the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam: What you need to know
Extra police at Sloterplas against youths slapping women's buttocks
Amsterdam police are increasing patrols and deploying drones and undercover agents around Sloterplas to combat the frequent harassment and assault of women. The operation follows dozens of reports of ...
Toxic manosphere gaining ground in schools: ‘Student said a woman should just be available for him’
A study by the School & Safety Foundation reveals that 78% of teachers observe students being influenced by toxic "manosphere" ideologies found online. These beliefs, which include misogynistic and ho...
City guide on Muslim heritage: An underexposed part of Amsterdam's history
Researchers have launched a new city guide highlighting Muslim heritage in Amsterdam, aiming to showcase the often-overlooked historical and cultural influence of Muslim communities. Through walking r...
Vanished: Spaarnestad began on a gray sandy plain in the early 1920s
This article explores the history of the defunct football club Spaarnestad, which was established in the early 1920s. It was the predecessor to the club Young Boys, which eventually ceased to exist in...
Thomas Berge loses 30kg: 'I want to be the fittest version of myself'
Dutch singer Thomas Berge revealed that he has lost 30 kilograms over the past three years in an effort to become the fittest version of himself. While Berge mentioned that he is currently working on ...
Geldezel die hoopte van zijn gokschulden af te komen, werd afgeperst: ’Ik heb heel vies gebruikgemaakt van een kwetsbare jongen’
Two suspects, aged 20 and 22, appeared in a Schiphol court for extorting a vulnerable young man who had agreed to act as a money mule to settle gambling debts. The victim's plan backfired when the sus...
Migrants contributed significantly to Haarlem’s prosperity in the seventeenth century
Refugees and migrants played a crucial role in the history and economic prosperity of Haarlem, particularly during the seventeenth century. The article highlights that migration is a recurring phenome...
Eleven arrests after disturbances surrounding NAC - Heerenveen
Eleven people were arrested following public order disturbances during the suspended Eredivisie match between NAC Breda and Heerenveen on Sunday. The suspects were held for various offenses, including...
Review: Dance performance Grimm (8+) works like a charm again
Can Ajax still avoid the Conference League play-offs? These are the scenarios
Brand-new Pieter Vermeulen Museum opens Wednesday June 10
The Pieter Vermeulen Museum is relocating from Driehuis to a brand new facility in IJmuiden. The new nature museum is scheduled to officially open its doors to the public on Wednesday, June 10, at 1:0...
Addition to cheese spread taste test following Press Council ruling
Following a ruling by the Dutch Press Council, an editorial team has updated their processed cheese taste test with a postscript concerning one of the panel members. The addition serves to provide fur...
Free city guide on Muslim heritage
A free city guide detailing Muslim heritage and history is now available at approximately 40 locations throughout Amsterdam. The guide explores the history of the city's Muslim community and includes ...
Conference League qualifiers: Should Ajax actually want that?
Open day at Podia Heemstede features new theater season preview and talent show
Cultural organization Podia Heemstede will host an open day at theater De Luifel on Sunday, May 17. The event will feature a talent show and provide a preview of the upcoming theater season.
Double win for Pieter Weening day after silent tribute for Wouter Weylandt
Dutch cyclist Pieter Weening achieved a double victory at the 2011 Giro d'Italia by winning a stage and claiming the pink jersey. This milestone occurred one day after a silent march was held to honor...
Commission labels Ongehoord Nederland news unreliable: ‘This is serious’
Commission: Too many captains and complex structure threaten NPO's survival
An independent evaluation commission has warned that the Dutch Public Broadcasting (NPO) faces a threat to its survival due to a complex organizational structure and an excessive number of directors. ...
Official Beatles museum to open in London next year
An official museum dedicated to The Beatles is scheduled to open in London in 2027. Paul McCartney, one of the band's two surviving members, expressed his support for the new project.
Nijmegen man builds miniature Vondelkerk to help restore burnt-down church
The Vondelkerk in Amsterdam was partially destroyed by a fire on New Year's Day, necessitating a significant restoration effort. To support crowdfunding for the building's repair, Ivo van Sluis has cr...
Video | Fan throws LP at Eric Clapton on stage in Madrid
Old TV shows get a second life thanks to social media
Journalist Sam van Opbergen highlights how classic television programs like the British series "Top Gear" are gaining renewed popularity on social media platforms like TikTok. The show's humor remains...
Five days of reflecting, eating and celebrating life together during SummerSCHOOL Castricum. 'There is quite some interest, especially from young people, in community living'
The School for Communities is hosting a five-day SummerSCHOOL in Castricum from July 22 to 26, focused on the experience of communal living. Participants will stay at a local campsite and attend daily...
‘It is precisely in the infinity of the universe that I find my footing,’ says astronomer Margot Brouwer (35), who has been in an existential crisis since their childhood
Astronomer Margot Brouwer describes her journey from experiencing existential crises as a child to finding peace through the study of the universe. She has developed a way to integrate science and spi...
Heineken Experience celebrates 25th anniversary with free entry for Amsterdammers: ‘Our roots are here’
They pulled their bikes from the scrap heap, washed the blood from their heads, and pedaled to the finish line
On May 9, 2011, Belgian professional cyclist Wouter Weylandt died in a fatal crash during a descent in the Giro d’Italia. The accident occurred when his pedal and leg struck a wall that he likely di...
In love with ’t Mosterdzaadje: Pianist James Lisney returns for the 33rd time
British pianist James Lisney is returning to the 't Mosterdzaadje concert hall for his 33rd visit to perform two concerts. The performances are scheduled for Friday, May 15, at 8:00 PM and Sunday, May...
Isa Hoes and Edwin Jonker to star in stage adaptation of thriller The Renovation
Isa Hoes and Edwin Jonker will star in a new theater production of the thriller "De Verbouwing," based on the novel by Saskia Noort. The stage adaptation features the two actors in the lead roles as t...