by Billy | Aug 14, 2026 | Arts & Entertainment, Highlighted Events
Jazz in de Gracht is the summer music festival in the city centre of The Hague, bringing together jazz lovers and fun seekers. Along the atmospheric quays of the Bierkade, Dunne Bierkade and Groenewegje, the sounds of top artists can be heard from boats and floating stages.
During the music event, you can enjoy snacks and drinks at the various cafés and restaurants along the quays. There will also be a large number of food trucks on the quays offering all kinds of culinary delicacies. Without a doubt the most enjoyable jazz festival in the Netherlands!
Programme
More information about the programme and the festival can be found on the Jazz in de Gracht website.
Where: On the city centre canals of Bierkade, Dunne Bierkade and Groenewegje
When: Thursday 27 to Saturday 29 August from 16:00 to 23:00
Entry: Free
by Billy | Aug 14, 2026 | Arts & Entertainment, Highlighted Events, Music
Get ready for SUPAFLY Festival, the festival where neo-soul, R&B, hip-hop, and (UK) jazz fuse together! On the 10th of October, PAARD will be the place to discover new music and enjoy fantastic live performances. Get ready to be surprised by a wide-ranging lineup featuring artists from all over the world and right from your own backyard. Expect performances by, among others: Kofi Stone, Moses Yoofee Trio, Nectar Woode & Dominique Fils-Aime.
Where: Paard, Prinsegracht 12, 2512 GA The Hague
When: Saturday 10 October, 19,45
TICKETS:
Entry: 30.50eur
For more information and tickets click here
by Billy | Jun 19, 2026 | Highlighted Events
Bryan Stevenson is the founder and executive director of the Equal Justice Initiative (EJI) and the visionary force behind the Legacy Sites in Montgomery, Alabama, including the National Memorial for Peace and Justice and the Legacy Museum. Through this work, Bryan Stevenson has brought national and international attention to how the legacies of slavery and racial violence have shaped — and continue to shape— American society today.
As the United States approaches the 250th anniversary of its independence, Stevenson’s story speaks directly to the core contradictions—and promises—of the American experience. His reflections show how democracy has been expanded through the courage of those who resisted exclusion and oppression, and why the fight for civil rights and equality is still unfinished. At a time when democratic institutions are under strain and historical narratives are increasingly reframed to serve political agendas, Stevenson’s message feels especially timely and necessary.
His words will be interwoven with musical interludes by composers from diverse American backgrounds, with particular attention to underexposed compositional voices, including Tania Léon, Valerie Coleman, Julia Perry, and Betty Jackson King, concluding with a piece for wind quintet and piano by Billy Childs. These works will be performed by musicians of the renowned Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra together with Spanish-American pianist-composer Daahoud Salim, and are inspired by Mind the Gap!—a festival celebrating diversity and the evolving landscape of classical music. Together, spoken word and music create a compelling dialogue—one that invites reflection on America’s past, its ideals, and the paths toward a more just and inclusive future.
Bryan Stevenson: The unfinished Promise of American Justice
The John Adams Institute – 24 June 2026 @ 19:30
De Duif, Prinsengracht 756, Amsterdam
For more information go to https://www.john-adams.nl/bryanstevenson/
by Billy | May 19, 2026 | Highlighted Events, Music
The third edition of the Sun Splash Reggae Festival, in the charming Zuiderpark in The Hague, promises to be an unforgettable day for reggae enthusiasts on 5 July, 2026. Featuring three dynamic stages, Reggae, Dancehall and World Music the festival aims to showcases a diverse range of reggae music styles.
This years the headliners are Steel Pulse and Popcaan.
At Sun Splash, family is at the heart of the experience. As an all ages festival in the heart of The Hague, Sun Splash is a place where the whole family can enjoy reggae roots, dancehall energy, Caribbean and World Music vibes all together. Sun Splash is more than just a festival; it’s where reggae and dancehall lovers come together to celebrate their community, culture, and unforgettable live music.
Sun Splash Reggae Festival – 5 July 2026
Zuiderpark, The Hague
For more information go to https://www.sunsplashfestival.nl/
by Billy | May 19, 2026 | Highlighted Events, Sport
The Libéma Open is an international grass tennis singles and mixed tournament for men and women and which is held in Rosmalen, near ‘s-Hertogenbosch from 6 – 14 June.
Registration for the men’s singles at Libéma is now closed. Defending champion Gabriel Diallo (ATP-46) will face significant challenges from at least four top 20 players and multiple Grand Slam champions.
The schedule for the ATP 250 tournament is led by Felix Auger-Aliassime (ATP-5). Former world number one and US Open winner Daniil Medvedev is the second top 10 player (ATP-9) coming to the Autotron ‘s-Hertogenbosch. Arthur Fils (ATP-17) and Cameron Norrie (ATP-20) are formidable world-class players.
Other big names competing on the Brabant grass include Arthur Rinderknech (ATP-24), Ugo Humbert (ATP-33), Denis Shapovalov (ATP-37), US Open champion and Wimbledon finalist Marin Cilic (ATP-49), and Hubert Hurkacz (ATP-53).
The registration for the women’s event is still be completed, however, the Libéma Open welcomes several former winners in the women’s singles draw, including Wimbledon champion Barbora Krejcikova. The Czech player was the best on London’s hallowed grass in 2024.
Elise Mertens (WTA-22) is the defending champion at the and will be hunting for back-to-back titles. A feat that Ekaterina Alexandrova (WTA-14) knows all about. She claimed the singles title in 2022 and 2023.
Danish player Clara Tauson (WTA-18) is, after Alexandrova, the second top-20 player coming to the Brabant grass. Australian Maya Joint (WTA-34), former world number eight Emma Navarro (WTA-35), top talent Sara Bejlek (WTA-37), rising star Anastasia Potapova (WTA-38), and emerging Janice Tjen (WTA-40) complete the top-40.
Last year’s finalist Elena-Gabriela Ruse (WTA-67) is also returning.
Libéma Open – International tennis tournament (6 – 14 June 2026)
Autotron ‘s-Hertogenbosch
For more information go to https://libema-open.nl/en/
