3rd Oktober (Festival in Leiden)
2023-10-03 | Netherlands, Netherlands
If you wish to enjoy an extra day of celebrations this year, head to Leiden on October 3. You’ll find the bars and streets filled with people drinking, dancing, enjoying a traditional stew, and stuffing themselves with haring. To celebrate Leiden’s liberation from the Spanish in 1574, the lucky Leidenaars get the day off work if this festival falls on a weekday. And of course, it wouldn’t be a proper celebration without a parade!
READ MORE | Leids Ontzet: What’s there to do on October 2 – 3 in Leiden?

Immunowars Festival: The Most Infectious Festival
2023-10-07 14:00 - 2023-10-08 01:00 (Europe/Amsterdam) | Pesthuis, Pesthuislaan 7, Leiden, 2333BA, Netherlands
Brought to you by the same start-up responsible for bringing us the strategic board game ImmunoWars, this disease-themed bash puts the fun in funeral.
The time has come to unleash that inner mad scientist or demented nurse who’s just itching to come out of you; the dress code this year is “black and white”, so festival guests will be sporting eerie lab coats in either colour for the occasion. 💉
The Most Infectious Festival also has its own Game Arena, as well as a Science Plaza full of snazzy scientific inventions where you can geek out to your heart’s content.
And, for those of us who are partial to having a boogie, you’ll be pleased to hear that a range of artists across two different music stages — Kiwi Club, Mau’s Acid Machine, Silicon Oxide, to name a few — are providing beats for your shimmying pleasure all evening.
On top of that, there will be plenty of food trucks lined up to grant you enough succulent snacks for you to eat your heart out — alongside a wide variety of delicious drinks that are simply to die for. 🤤

Considering the link to scientific research, it should come as no surprise that this day (and night) of games, music, and booze-filled festivities is taking place beside the Naturalis Biodiversity Center museum in Leiden.
Rain or shine, the venue accommodates all weather-related curveballs; it has a huge outdoor courtyard for you to soak up rays, as well as huge indoor spaces if you, well, don’t want to get soaked.

Learn how to buy a house in the Netherlands at this webinar!
2023-10-11 13:00 - 14:30 | Online
The idea of buying a house seems pretty simple — if you have the money, you place a bid and seal the deal, right? Believe it or not, there’s a lot you should know before you make the big decision to become a homeowner in the Netherlands.
Thankfully, you can learn all you need to know about the process of getting a mortgage and buying a house as an international in the Netherlands at this online event.
Expat Mortgage’s Michel Kion will walk you through the basic steps of finding and buying your dream home in the Netherlands.
What will be covered?
This webinar will answer your burning questions about:
👨‍👦‍👦 Your eligibility for a Dutch mortgage
💶 Factors that banks will consider when you apply for a loan
🤔 Your mortgage options
🤓 A calculation of your potential Dutch mortgage
The webinar will begin with a breakdown of these topics for 30-40 minutes before audience members are free to ask the mortgage expert any questions they have about their mortgage journey.
I’m in! Tell me when and where
The event takes place online, so no need to leave your couch. All you need to do is:
✍🏻 Register for the event using this link.
⏰ Be ready to tune in at 13:00 on Wednesday, 11 October. The workshop will end at around 14:30.
Do you have more questions for the experts at Expat Mortgages?
With team members who are trained in how to help internationals tackle the Dutch mortgage process, they are happy to speak with you and work through your personal situation during a completely free consultation.
Simply check your calendar and book a timeslot. 💪
Unable to make this webinar? Geen probleem! Check out Expat Mortgage’s upcoming events to find one that suits your calendar.
Will you be in attendance? Go get ’em!

Looking to buy a home in the Amsterdam Area? Check out Hyde Park's expat open house!
2023-10-12 17:00 - 19:00 | Hyde Park House, Planetenweg 5, Hoofddorp, North-Holland, Netherlands
Are you trying to buy your very own home in the Netherlands near Amsterdam? Pssst… we have a lead for you: in Hoofddorp, Hyde Park is building 3,800 brand-spanking-new apartments! 🗝️
Hyde Park will be a state-of-the-art city district in Hoofddorp with international allure. Curious to learn more? You can!
Hyde Park’s expat open house
At Hyde Park’s special expat open house, you can learn all about their current offer: the luxurious apartments in Knightsbridge Three.
While sales advisors will show you around the showroom and the model homes, expat mortgage specialists will be present to educate you on topics such as “how to finance a new build at Hyde Park?” and “how to buy an investment property at Hyde Park?”
So, use this unique chance to get all your questions answered — about Hyde Park, buying a house, and arranging your financing for it! 🌟
When, where, and how?
⏰ When? On Thursday, 12 October, from 5:00 – 7:00 PM.
🔎 Where? At Hyde Park House on Planetenweg 5 in Hoofddorp.
🤔 How? By simply signing up on Hyde Park’s website!

Don't miss the Netherlands' biggest circus festival!
2023-10-13 - 2023-10-22 | Spoorpark Tilburg, Spoorpark 1, Tilburg, 5038 LS, Netherlands
Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, circus enthusiasts of all ages, get ready to be amazed — because the Netherlands’ biggest circus festival has just kicked off in Tilburg. 🎪
The unique universe of Festival Circolo can be visited from October 13 to 22, and trust us, you don’t want to miss this. If you’re thinking of awe-inspiring acts, lekkere food trucks, and extraordinary people, you’re entirely on the right track!
Ten days of circus extravaganza in the heart of Tilburg
For ten days straight, Tilburg’s Spoorpark is hosting circus tents, food trucks, playgrounds and an outdoor stage where daily performances can be seen for free. Hoera!
With a greatly varied programme, the 2023 edition of Festival Circolo is bringing you extraordinary performances by extraordinary people from around the globe. 🌎

Whether you attend individual shows or get a full festival pass is up to you, but either way, prepare to be on the edge of your seats.
You’ll see world-class performers do what they’re most passionate about: showcasing their jaw-dropping talents from circus to theatre, dance, music, design, visual arts and everything in between. 🤩
Tell me more!
Ready to dive head-first into the magic? Here’s how! 🪄
📍 Where? At Tilburg’s Spoorpark, just a 10-minute walk from the station.
🗓️ When? From October 13 to 22!
🔎 How? Easy-peasy, just buy a ticket online. (And pssttt… anyone aged 26 or younger will get a 50% discount!)

Will you be checking out Festival Circolo? We’ll see you there!

Is it alive? Don't miss this unique art exhibition in Tilburg
2023-10-14 - 2024-04-07 | TextielMuseum, Goirkestraat 96, Tilburg, North Brabant, 5046GN, Netherlands
Looking for a unique artistic experience that will satisfy your cultural craving? Look no further than TextielMuseum’s newest exhibition!
The “Is it alive?” exhibition at the TextielMuseum in Tilburg showcases a unique mix of innovation, textiles, technology and art — inspired by life.
What does this mean, you ask? Well, the exhibition is a unique interpretation of all that is living — in which artists and designers come together to showcase artwork that uses technology to reproduce movements and processes from nature. 🍃
Sounds abstract? One of the artists explains it in this way: “If you look closely at everything around us, how things in nature are constructed — it’s so complicated and so logical — it makes you wonder if nature is not the high-tech part in our world.”
Living art — and you can be a part of it!
In “Is it alive?”, visitors can dive into the worlds of textiles, technology, and nature — while learning about their surprising interconnections and similarities.
It features, among others, a never-seen-before installation by artist duo DRIFT, “living architecture” by Philip Beesley and interactive works by Bart Hess. Trust us, you don’t want to miss it!

When, where, how?
Ready to explore the unique art installations at the TextielMuseum? Here are all the details you need to know!
Where? At the wonderful TextielMuseum in Tilburg.
When? From 14 October 2023 until 7 April 2024!
How? Easy! Just get your tickets online. 👩‍💻
Will you be in attendance? We’ll see you there!

Art alert! Enjoy the work of this Renaissance artist at a unique festival
2023-10-20 11:00 - 2024-01-14 18:00 | Museum Leuven, Leopold Vanderkelenstraat 28, Leuven, 3000, Belgium
Want to experience a fresh take on a precious piece of history? Check out this Dieric Bouts exhibition at Leuven’s “New Horizons” festival!
Mysterious, evasive, and rich — those are just some of the adjectives used to describe Bouts’ hauntingly beautiful, timeless works of art. 🖼
A Renaissance artist, Bouts was born in Haarlem and used the urban renewal experienced in Leuven, Belgium, as inspiration for his varied and dynamic masterpieces. 🎨
Though the Flemish artist was an esteemed commander of the paintbrush back in the 1400s, over five centuries later, his captivating artwork still holds true. 🖌
As part of the exhibition, titled “Dieric Bouts. Creator of Images”, visitors can reflect on his work with a “totally new perspective”, and we’re ready for it to give us goosebumps! ✨
Dieric Bouts reimagined
Back in the day, Bouts was exploring “new horizons” himself — and the producers of the “New Horizons” city festival certainly are too.
Running from October through January, the exhibition offers extensive, reimagined versions of the Dutch painter’s body of work.
How are they doing this exactly? There will be sports photographers, filmmakers and game developers to spice up Bouts’ art with a “radical confrontation with today’s visual culture”. Yup, sign us up! 🙋‍♀️

When, where, how?
Here’s what to know and where to go if you want to experience this mind-bending exhibition:
📍Where? The magnificent Museum Leuven (M Leuven) in Belgium
🗓When? From October 20, 2023, to January 14, 2024
🤔How? It’s simple, book your tickets online in advance here!
Are you going to book your tickets ASAP? Join the club!

End the autumn break in style at Wereldmuseum Leiden’s Animal Academy celebration!
2023-10-22 10:00 - 17:00 | Wereld Museum Leiden, Steenstraat 1, 2312 BS Leiden
Got kids? Need to entertain them? Wereldmuseum Leiden is hosting the party of the season to celebrate the closing of their Animal Academy — and it’s not something you or your kids will want to miss!
The beloved DierenAcademie (Animal Academy) exhibition will be closing its doors on October 29 after a successful stint at the beloved Wereldmuseum Leiden, and it will be going out in style.
On October 22, you and your children can attend their Autumn Holiday Prom, where you can enjoy the DierenAcademie exhibition as well as a great party.🕺
Fun for the whole family
So, what’s in store for the family? On October 22, all the animals from the DierenAcademie will join the party to celebrate the end of this wonderful exhibition.
READ MORE | Let your kids run wild this autumn break at Wereldmuseum Leiden’s Animal Academy!
And they won’t be the only guests of honour. Forest Ranger Tim and Iven Cudogham from Anansi de Spin will join this big bash. Guaranteed to be fun for adults and little ones alike, it’ll be a day that the family won’t want to miss.
On top of this, there will be an array of activities for parents and children to enjoy together, such as:
💄 A trip to the makeup salon,
🙋‍♂️ The Big Animal Quiz,
📖 A reading performance by Iven Cudogham,
🐰 Making an animal mask workshop!
Learn, play, entertain, tire out your kids — and maybe paint your face like a cheetah while you’re at it! 🐆
How can we snag tickets?
Ready to bring your kids their first-ever prom? Here’s all you need to know:
⏰ When? The big party will happen on Sunday, October 22, right at the DierenAcademie.
🌎 Where? Wereldmuseum Leiden, Steenstraat 1 2312 BS Leiden
💸 How? You can book your tickets online, or if you have a holiday pass, you can just get your tickets right at the counter.
Ready to let your kids run wild? Wereldmuseum Leiden will see you there!

Grab your tickets, the Leiden International Film Festival is here!
2023-10-26 08:00 - 2023-11-05 23:30 | Trianon Cinema, Breestraat 31, Leiden, 2311 CH, Netherlands
Time to unleash that inner film buff and grab the popcorn because the 18th edition of the Leiden International Film Festival is ready to welcome you all! 🎉
Whether you’re an avid cinephile or just want to unwind in front of some of this year’s best films, LIFF puts a spotlight on all the independent, up-and-coming, extraordinary filmmakers for your viewing pleasure. 🍿
Trust us, this is one festival you don’t want to miss out on! This 11-day screening extravaganza will show you tons of hidden gems between October 26 and November 5, 2023. 🎬
A fan of action? Fond of period dramas? Looking for something a bit more “indie”? LIFF offers something for everyone! These show-stoppers come in all different genres. Simply pick your faves and rock up!
Let’s get this show on the road! How can I join?
📍 Where? The venue is spread across three different cinemas in Leiden, at the Trianon Cinema (Breestraat 31, 2311 CH Leiden), the Kijkhuis Cinema (Vrouwenkerksteeg 10, 2312 WS Leiden), and the Lido Cinema (Steenstraat 39, 2312 BV Leiden).
🗓 When? The LIFF festival will take place from October 26 to November 5, 2023. The entire film program can be found here.
🎟 How? Tickets can be purchased digitally using this link beforehand, or you can buy tickets via the QR codes available at the cinema venues (provided there are still tickets left).

Halloween
2023-10-31
If you’re eager to go trick or treating on All Hallow’s Eve, you will probably be disappointed by the weird looks you’ll get from your Dutch neighbours. While Halloween is not really a big thing in the Netherlands, some elements of the American holiday have started to creep in. You may notice a few Dutch houses donned with lanterns and spooky decorations. And if nothing else, what better excuse to have to dress up and party with your friends?
READ MORE |Halloween in the Netherlands: the ultimate [and spookiest] guide for 2022

Daylight Savings Time ends
2023-10-31
On this day, the clock falls back one hour from 3 AM to 2 AM, meaning you’re getting a whole extra hour to sleep at night! On the other hand, it also means that the days are getting shorter, dark nights longer, and winter is coming in fast.
READ MORE | Does the Netherlands have Daylight Saving Time?

Sint-Maarten (Dutch Halloween)
2023-11-11 | Netherlands, Netherlands
If you were disappointed by the lack of Halloween parties, Sint-Maarten celebrations may make up for it! Some Dutch cities take this seriously, with parades, bonfires, and lantern tours. Sint-Maarten is an exciting day, especially for children. Pumpkins, turnips, and beetroot are turned into spooky lanterns, and kids sing songs in exchange for fruit and sweets. If you want to impress your Dutch friends, give this song a go:
🇳🇱 “1 november is de dag, dat mijn lichtje, dat mijn lichtje branden mag”.
🇬🇧 “November 1 is the day, that my light, that my light, may burn.”
READ MORE | Halloween in the Netherlands: the ultimate [and spookiest] guide for 2022

Learn all about getting a mortgage for new builds at this seminar!
2023-11-30 19:00 - 19:40 | Planetenweg 5, Hoofddorp (Hyde Park House), Planetenweg 5, Hoofdorp, 2132 HN, Netherlands
Have you set your heart on a new build home in the Netherlands? Wise decision! However, before you sign the dotted line, you should make sure you know all you can about mortgaging a new build.
Your choice of mortgage is very important. That’s why Viisi and Hyde Park have decided to host a seminar dedicated specifically to mortgage planning for new builds.
At their seminar on November 30, you can educate yourself with the help of Viisi and Hyde Park’s experts.
READ MORE | Curious about modern living in the Amsterdam area? Visit the Hyde Park House
They will walk you through the best approach to mortgage planning for new builds, ensuring you have a solid plan for financing your new home.
I’m in, tell me when and where
⏰ When: November 30, 19:00 – 19:40 (please arrive 10 minutes early to ensure it starts on time!)
📍Where: Planetenweg 5, Hoofddorp (Hyde Park House)
✍🏻 How: Simply register using this link!
Curious? Check out the video below to learn more about the collaboration between Hyde Park and Viisi.

Sinterklaas
2023-12-05 | Netherlands, Netherlands
Sinterklaas is one holiday where the Dutch go all out on big celebrations and exciting traditions.
While the youngsters sit their shoes under the chimney to receive chocoladeletters (chocolate letters) and other sweet treats, the adults can celebrate the holiday by giving out tailored gifts or writing poems. You’ll find the popular kruidnoten and pepernoten to satisfy your sweet tooth in all the different supermarkets (even Kruidvat). In most towns, you’ll be able to enjoy the Sinterklaas parade with the man himself roaming the streets together with his helper Zwarte Piet — a figure that has been the site of some controversy in recent years.
READ MORE | Sinterklaas for expats: all the Dutch you need to make it through the holiday season

End the year on a good note with this one-of-a-kind Dutch course
2023-12-09 10:00 - 2023-12-16 16:45
Slowly but surely, 2023 is coming to an end. That means it’s time to wrap up those New Year’s resolutions you had, like learning Nederlands!
Well, why not come together and share some laughs with other internationals — all while taking your Dutch skills to the next level? 🚀
Sound good? Dutch Brainwash makes it possible!
Dutch… what?
Don’t worry; there will be no actual brainwashing involved. Instead, Dutch Brainwash is a 7-day intensive course by the one and only Talencoach.
READ MORE | How the Brainwash technique can supercharge your Dutch
Forget about learning from boring books and memorising strict grammar rules — instead, you’ll learn what actually matters: to understand the essential building blocks that make up the Dutch language. 🇳🇱
Once there, you’ll find that you can speak, in Dutch, about anything you like! At the same time, you’ll share lots of laughs with other learners, who give you the confidence needed to fully immerse yourself in the process.
I’m in, tell me more!
Wat leuk! (How nice!). Here are all the deets you need:
⏰ When? From December 9 until 16, 2023 — between 10 AM and 4:45 PM every day.
🔎 Where? At the Talencoach HQ in Amsterdam!
🤔 How? You can sign up for the Dutch Brainwash course on Talencoach’s website.

Ready to go for it? End 2023 on a good note, learn Dutch and make some great friends while you’re at it!

'In Brilliant Light': marvel at contemporary African art at this exciting new exhibit
2023-12-21 10:00 - 2024-12-21 17:00 | Wereld Museum Leiden, Steenstraat 1, 2312 BS Leiden
As part of its latest exhibit, ‘In Brilliant Light,’ Wereldmuseum Leiden provides a platform for contemporary African art — and we’re very excited.
Opening its doors to the public on 21 December, Wereldmuseum Leiden’s exhibit allows us to celebrate and admire the rich and diverse artwork of Africa and its diaspora.
Guest-curated by Azu Nwagbogu, ‘In Brilliant Light‘ consists of masterpieces from both within the museum’s collection and the works of contemporary artists such as Yinka Shonibare, Sanford Biggers, and Mariam Abouzid Souali.
Through their work, artists from across the globe reflect on colonialism and how this relates to current social themes — all through beautiful, thought-provoking pieces of art.
Ready to explore the themes of post-colonialism, globalisation, emancipation and spirituality through breathtaking art? Here’s all you need to know:
When, where, and how
⏰ When? Open from December 21, 2023, between 10 AM and 5 PM, Tuesday to Sunday.
📍 Where? Wereldmuseum Leiden, Steenstraat 1, 2312 BS Leiden
🎨 How? Simple! You can either buy your tickets here or you can buy them at the front desk — no need to reserve.
Now, let’s get ready to enjoy some art “In Brilliant Light” — sorry, we had to.

Christmas Eve
2023-12-24 | Netherlands, Netherlands
Since Sinterklaas has already dropped off his presents on December 5, the Kerstavond is not much of a reason to celebrate. Pretty much a regular day, the Dutchies may spend it having dinner with family and friends, or simply enjoying the general merriment over the holidays. Don’t be surprised if you’re expected to show up at work just like on any other day.
READ MORE | What happens during Christmas in the Netherlands? A guide to the winter holidays

Christmas Day (Eerste Kerstdag)
2023-12-25 | Netherlands, Netherlands
Also known as the first day of Christmas in the Netherlands, Christmas Day is usually celebrated with the family. Don’t expect to see a turkey dinner or any Christmas pudding. The Dutch traditionally eat gourmetten (an assortment of grilled meats and veg). Presents are exchanged, drinks are drunk, and general Christmas merriment is also in full swing.
READ MORE | What happens during Christmas in the Netherlands? A guide to the winter holidays

Second Day of Christmas (Tweede Kerstdag)
2023-12-26
Boxing Day is for lounging around and eating leftover turkey, right? Not in the Netherlands. Unlike in most cultures, the Second Day of Christmas is a big deal to the Dutch — just as important as December 25. You will typically visit the other side of the family than who you spent Christmas Day with. Get ready to answer all the same questions about what is happening in your life.
READ MORE | What happens during Christmas in the Netherlands? A guide to the winter holidays

New Year's Eve (Oudejaarsavond)
2023-12-31
The Dutch like to bring the New Year in with a bang — literally. Throughout the day, you can hear fireworks being set off left, right and centre. People also flock to The Hague to light bonfires on the Scheveningen shores. Dutch traditions also include eating sweet treats such as oliebollen and apple flap.
READ MORE | New Year’s Eve in the Netherlands in 2019: fireworks, riots, and general madness

New Year’s Day (Nieuwjaarsdag)
2023-01-01 | Netherlands, Netherlands
After a night of drinking, fireworks and stuffing yourself with oliebollen, the Dutch like to take it easy on New Year’s Day by jumping into the sea. As if this nieuwjaarsduik wasn’t daring enough, they do it fully nude — except for an orange hat.

Valentine’s Day (Valentijnsdag)
2023-02-14 | Netherlands, Netherlands
Valentine’s Day is not widely celebrated in the Netherlands, but it has gained some popularity in recent years. Flowers, chocolate, and valentines won’t go amiss if you buy them for your Dutch sweetheart but don’t expect them to make a big deal out of the day.
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How can I buy a house in the Netherlands? This free webinar will tell you all you need to know
2024-01-25 19:00 | Online
Are you thinking of buying a house in the Netherlands? Then grab your calendar and circle this date: January 25, 2024.
Why? Because it’s time to get all your burning questions about buying a house answered.
On Thursday, January 25 at 19:00, you can learn all about the process of buying a house in the Netherlands during Hanno’s free housing webinar.
This comprehensive webinar is hosted by Hanno’s Founder and Industry Expert, Cees Vernooij, Mortgage Advisor, Bram Bolman, and Real Estate Agent, Marian Verhoef — and trust us, you don’t want to miss it.
The webinar will cover all the most important topics that internationals in the Netherlands should know about.
What will be covered?
If you’ve got a question about housing in the Netherlands, it’s probably going to be addressed by Hanno during this webinar. They will cover:
The Dutch housing market
Firstly, the experts will discuss what you should know about the current state of the Dutch housing market.
This includes:
📈 An explanation of the current mortgage interest rate trends,
👇 A deep dive into the new tax rules for homeowners,
🌎 How this all applies to internationals who want to buy a house in the Netherlands, and
🤔 Whether now’s a good time to buy a home or continue renting in the Netherlands.
How to successfully buy a house in the Netherlands
Hanno’s experts will then give some pointers on how to be successful while embarking on the journey to buy a home in the Netherlands.
They will cover topics such as:
🔍 How to find your ideal property
👩🏻‍💼 Why you should hire a real estate agent
🥇 How to make a winning bid
🚩 Red flags to look out for before signing a contract
💡 Smart tips for entering the bidding ring
Getting a Dutch mortgage as an international
Finally, Hanno will tell you everything you need to know about getting a Dutch mortgage.
They will touch on:
👩‍👩‍👦‍👦 Your eligibility for a Dutch mortgage
💶 Your maximum budget
📝 The process of applying for a Dutch mortgage
🏡 Dutch mortgage providers
👨‍👩‍👧 How to select the best Dutch mortgage for you.
Your burning questions
Do you have a question about something that won’t be covered during the webinar? Geen probleem (no problem)!
Hanno will leave both its public and private chat open throughout the webinar so that you can ask for their expert opinions.
Can’t make it? No problem!
Pssst! Can’t make January 25? Life’s busy — Hanno gets it. This is why they will actually host the webinar on two other dates in January.
The webinar will also be held at 19:00 on Wednesday, January 17 and Friday, January 31.
Interested? You can sign up for any of the above dates on Hanno’s website.
Ready to embark on this exciting journey? We’ll see you there. ✨

Explore luxury living at Hyde Park's open house event!
2024-02-01 10:00 - 2024-02-03 17:00 | Hyde Park House, Planetenweg 5, Hoofddorp, North-Holland, Netherlands
Is 2024 the year you want to buy your own Dutch dream home? Then here’s something you don’t want to miss: Hyde Park’s upcoming open house days!
Hyde Park is an enormous construction project that’s currently happening near Amsterdam. Once completed, it will be a state-of-the-art city district in Hoofddorp, boasting over 3,800 brand-new apartments and all the best luxury amenities you can imagine.
Curious to learn more? Here’s how!👇
Hyde Park’s February open days
At Hyde Park’s open days on February 1, 2, and 3, potential buyers can learn all about the luxurious Knightsbridge apartments which are currently on sale.
READ MORE | Knightsbridge: the apartment complex where luxury meets sustainability
Here’s what you can expect:
👀 An exclusive peek into Hyde Park’s impressive showroom and model homes
💡 Tailored information from knowledgeable sales advisors
🏠 Expert advice on all things financing, investment, and mortgages
⚡️ And much more!
Make sure to use this unique chance to step into Hyde Park’s luxury and get all your burning questions answered!
When, where, and how?
⏰ When? On 1, 2, 3 February, with times varying per day:

Thursday, February 1: from 10 AM until 7 PM
Friday, February 2: from 10 AM until 6 PM
Saturday, February 3: from 10 AM until 5 PM

🔎 Where? At Hyde Park House on Planetenweg 5 in Hoofddorp.
🤔 How? By simply signing up on Hyde Park’s website!
Will you be paying Hyde Park a visit? We’ll see you there!

Join a free Dutch lesson in Amsterdam and get the chance to win a free Dutch course at this event!
2024-02-20 18:45 - 21:00 | Da Costastraat 36, 1053 ZN Amsterdam
Want to speak Dutch with Dutch people (who always speak English back to you)? Considering taking a Dutch language course but you don’t know if it’s the right thing for you? Well, how about a free trial lesson?
Koentact wants to show you what it’s like to “Learn Dutch the fun way.” This is why on February 20, 2024, they are hosting an open day.
Not only can beginners take part in a free trial lesson, the open day also offers:
💬 A level assessment for advanced levels
🙋‍♀️ The chance to meet the team and ask all your questions
💰 The possibility to win a free course (with a value of €485)
Learn about Koentact’s ‘out of the classroom’ teaching method
Koentact isn’t your usual Dutch language school.
As part of their “out of the classroom” approach to lessons, students are encouraged to use their Dutch in everyday settings by taking fun field trips and engaging with the Dutch people around them.
See the video below for a feel for how this works!
Sign me up!
Interested in seeing what Koentact has to offer for you? Here are all the details:
⏰ When: February 20, 2024, from 6:45 PM until 9:00 PM. The free trial lesson takes place from 7:00 PM until 8:30 PM.
📍 Where: Da Costastraat 36, 1053 ZN, Amsterdam.
🤔 How: Simply sign up using this link.
Want a sneak peek into what to expect if you take lessons with Koentact? Koen and his students teamed up with Sam from Exploring the Foreign to bring you this fun and informative little video!

Ready to learn Dutch while having fun? We’ll see you there. 💪

Trying to choose an MBA? Get matched with university representatives at this Amsterdam event!
2024-03-06 18:00 - 21:30 | Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Amsterdam Centraal Station Oosterdoksstraat 4, Amsterda
Are you considering completing an MBA but don’t know where to start? Then this QS MBA Event is calling your name.
And why should you answer? This unique event will enable you to meet MBA University representatives from some of the world’s best business schools.
Need some names? We’ll drop them: IMD, INSEAD, London Business School, Vlerick Business School, and Tsinghua University – School of Economics and Management are some of the schools that will be in attendance.
What can I expect?
At this event, not only will you be brushing shoulders with the experts on MBAs, but you will also:
🤝 Network — Meet with both admissions teams and alumni from prestigious business schools.
✍🏻 Receive expert guidance — Learn all about the admissions procedures and tests from QS experts. They will also advise you on admission requirements and visa applications.
💶 Get funding advice — Learn more about your options when it comes to scholarships, funding and part-time study.
👩🏻‍💼 Meet with representatives — Upon application, QS will arrange 25-minute meetings with their representatives in order to help you find a school that fits your needs.
I’m in! Tell me when, where, and how
Ready to open the next chapter in your career? Here’s what you need to know:
⏰ When: March 6, 2024. The event begins at 18:00 and ends at 21:00.
📍 Where: Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Amsterdam Centraal Station
Oosterdoksstraat 4, Amsterdam
🤔 How: Sign up for the event on the QS website using this link. Please include your CV and LinkedIn profile.
Got a question? No problem, contact QS at europe@qs.com. We’ll see you there!

Find your Dutch dream home during Hyde Park's Open House days
2024-03-07 - 2024-03-09 | Hyde Park House, Planetenweg 5, Hoofddorp, North-Holland, Netherlands
Dreaming of an apartment that’s stylish, modern, and just right for you? Well, look no further than Hyde Park.
Hyde Park is one of the Netherlands’ biggest currently ongoing construction projects, and once completed, it will be a state-of-the-art city district in Hoofddorp.
During this week’s Open House days, you get a unique chance to visit the showroom, explore the model homes, and learn all about financing your Hyde Park dream home.
Meet your future home
The sale of Hyde Park’s Knightsbridge block is in full swing, presenting an exciting opportunity for those interested in making a luxurious new-build their home. 🤩
From studio apartments to spacious penthouses and from investments to forever homes, Knightsbridge has something to offer for everyone.

At the Expat Open House, you can admire the brilliant model homes available with your very own eyes (and start planning where you’d put your furniture 👀).
But that’s not everything!
Get tailored expert advice
Hyde Park’s Open House lets you explore Hyde Park in all its glory.
READ MORE | Curious about modern living in the Amsterdam area? Visit the Hyde Park House
Here’s what you can expect:
🔑 Expert advice from knowledgeable sales advisors,
👀 An exclusive peek into Hyde Park’s showroom and model homes,
💰 Information about financing, investing, and mortgages from expat mortgage specialists,
🏠 A look around the building site and an impression of the Hyde Park neighbourhood,
🛋️ A chance to explore furnishing options,
🥽 An immersive virtual reality tour of your future home,
⚡️ And much more!
When, where, and how?
Ready to realise your dream of a brand-spanking-new apartment? Now’s the time! 🔑
📍 Where? At Hyde Park House, located at Planetenweg 5 in Hoofddorp.
⏰ When? On March 7, 8, and 9.
🔎 How? Easy! Just sign up here.

Trick your brain into speaking Dutch with Talencoach's Brainwash method!
2024-03-16 10:00 - 2024-03-23 16:45 | Talencoach Amsterdam, Keizersgracht 8, Amsterdam, North Holland, 1015 CN, Netherlands
It’s never too late to get started on your 2024 New Year’s resolutions, so why not dive head-first into the Dutch language by taking a 7-day intensive course?
Talencoach’s week-long Brainwash course is the ideal way to get speaking Dutch in no time — through full immersion, great conversations, and lots of laughs. Here’s how. 👇
How does the Brainwash method work?
I’m glad you asked, because Albert Both’s Dutch course is anything but your average, dry language course. 💡
His unique way of teaching centres around full linguistic immersion, allowing you to learn as you go, and to grow more confident with each sentence.
READ MORE | Want to learn Dutch at record speed? Try the Brainwash Method!

By learning about the essential building blocks of the Dutch language, Talencoach’s course allows you to effortlessly craft Dutch sentences — and swiftly gets you speaking about all the things you like the most!
Don’t miss your chance!
Since Talencoach’s Brainwash programs are intensive and very personable, they are limited to small groups of eight people per course.
Yup, that not only means that you’ll be able to make great friends, but also that spots fill up quickly — so you don’t miss your chance!
Image: Talencoach/Supplied

Talencoach teaches classes throughout the whole year, with the next one taking place from March 16 until 23. Can’t make it? Don’t worry; there are plenty of other dates to choose from!
Interested? Sign up today, and make your Dutch dreams come true. 🇳🇱
⏰ When? From March 16 until 23, every day from 10 AM until 4.45 PM.
📍 Where? At Talencoach’s HQ in beautiful Amsterdam!
🔎 How? By signing up online.

Cherry blossom season
2023-03-20 - 2023-04-15 | Netherlands, Netherlands
It’s that time of the year again when spring has sprung and across the Netherlands, flowers have started to bloom. This includes the stunning Japanese cherry blossom trees. Fancy a nice spring photoshoot or just an extremely Instagram-worthy spot for a picnic? Head to Amsterdamse Bos where you’ll find 400 of these beautiful trees.
READ MORE | It’s cherry blossom season in the Netherlands (but not for long!)

Daylight Savings Time begins
2023-03-27
Who doesn’t like an extra hour of sunshine, especially in the Netherlands? On this day, the clock jumps an hour in the middle of the night, skipping 2 AM straight to 3 AM. This gives us more light to enjoy during the day in the following spring and summer months.
READ MORE | 15 things to do in spring in the Netherlands
