by THOLEditor | Aug 29, 2026 | Highlighted Events
Ever wondered what it would feel like to travel through the universe with an astronomer as your guide? At the Star Party at Museon-Omniversum, visitors can explore planets, stars and galaxies projected across the enormous dome screen while an astronomer from NOVA, the Netherlands Research School for Astronomy, provides live commentary.
Unlike a regular film screening, the Star Party is interactive. Visitors can ask questions along the way, making each journey through space a little different.
The event is designed to be accessible even if you know very little about astronomy, making it a good introduction for anyone curious about space.
There are two versions of the Star Party during each evening. The 19:00 session is aimed at families with children aged six and above, with plenty of opportunities for young space explorers to ask questions. The 20:45 session is designed for adults and allows more time for discussion and deeper exploration.
Each Star Party lasts around 90 minutes.
Museon-Omniversum also organises some Star Party sessions in English, making the experience accessible to The Hague’s international community. Check the current programme when booking to confirm the language of your chosen session.
Location: Museon-Omniversum Dome, President Kennedylaan 5, The Hague
Time: 19:00 family session / 20:45 adult session
Duration: approximately 90 minutes
Price: €14 per person / €50 family ticket for four people
Further information & tickets
https://www.museon-omniversum.nl/en/agenda/live-events/star-party
by THOLEditor | Aug 29, 2026 | Arts & Entertainment, Highlighted Events, Music
Late summer Sunday afternoon – blues and roots with a great view
The Hague blues-roots trio Jimding plays Café Caipi (the former “Zeemanshuis”) at the entry to the Scheveningen harbor on Sunday afternoon, September 13
Jimding brings together three old souls who’ve paid their dues — blues growler Jim Wake on lead vocals, guitar and blues harp, with Nico Hart on bass, and John den Exter on percussion. In an extensive repertoire of originals that somehow seem familiar, Jimding ponders love and loss, trial and error, betrayal and abandonment, the sublime and the ridiculous, and good times and bad with a mix of irony, exasperation, and an appreciation for the absurdities of life. To complement the original material, Jimding puts its own spin on blues, rock and roots classics from iconic artists like Muddy Waters, T-Bone Walker, The Rolling Stones and The Beatles, among others.
Jimding
Sunday, September 13 – 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Caipi Cafe, Visafslagweg 1, The Hague (Scheveningen )
www.jimwake.com
by THOLEditor | Aug 29, 2026 | Arts & Entertainment, Highlighted Events
The Embassy Festival returns to the Lange Voorhout on Saturday 5 September, bringing cultures from across the world together in the heart of The Hague.
From 12:00 to 20:00, the historic avenue will be transformed into an international meeting place filled with music, dance, food, traditional clothing, crafts and cultural activities. The festival is free to visit.
At the International Market, countries from around the world present their culture in very different ways. Visitors can discover everything from Algerian food, jewellery and henna art to Argentinian empanadas and wine, Cameroonian textiles and music, Canadian maple syrup and Ecuadorian coffee and crafts.
Live music and dance are an important part of the festival, while the Activity Passport encourages visitors to stop, participate and discover more about the countries represented rather than simply walking past the stands.
For The Hague’s international community, Embassy Festival is also a particularly fitting celebration of the city’s diversity. Embassies, international communities, cultural organisations, performers and food exhibitors come together for a day that is as much about meeting people as it is about experiencing different traditions.
Date: Saturday 5 September 2026
Time: 12:00-20:00
Location: Lange Voorhout, The Hague
Admission: Free
https://www.embassyfestival.com
by THOLEditor | Aug 29, 2026 | Arts & Entertainment, Highlighted Events
One night, one city and a chance to discover a large part of The Hague’s nightlife in one go. Clubhopping Festival returns on Saturday 5 September, connecting clubs, bars and other nightlife venues across the city.
A single Clubhopping wristband gives visitors access to participating locations and festival transport, making it possible to move around the city and sample very different venues during the same night.
The 2026 line-up includes familiar names such as PAARD, PAARDCAFÉ, PIP, Bleyenberg, The Grey Space in the Middle, O’Casey’s Irish Pub, Kompaan Binnenhaven, Westwood, Mooie Boules and a long list of other bars and clubs.
Some participating venues have their own age restrictions, including several marked as 21+ or 23+, so check the programme before deciding on your route.
Clubhopping is particularly useful if you are relatively new to The Hague, or simply tend to return to the same favourite places, as it offers an easy way to explore more of the city’s nightlife in one evening.
Date: Saturday 5 September 2026
Location: Clubs and nightlife venues across The Hague
Tickets: https://www.clubhopping.nl
by THOLEditor | Aug 29, 2026 | Arts & Entertainment, Highlighted Events
The Spotlight Festival returns to The Hague on Friday 4 and Saturday 5 September, opening the new cultural season with a weekend of theatre, dance, music, film and other performing arts across the city.
Rather than experiencing just one venue, visitors can discover short performances and previews at cultural locations throughout The Hague. The idea is simple: walk in, see something new and then move on to the next performance or venue. The programme ranges from familiar cultural institutions to places you may not have discovered before.
On Friday evening, Spotlight in de Wijk brings performances into neighbourhoods across The Hague. Participating venues open from 19:00 and the programme is free, with no ticket required. It is an opportunity to discover theatre, music, dance and other cultural activities close to home.
On Saturday evening, the focus moves towards the Cultuurnacht, with cultural venues opening their doors for free previews and performances. Current participants include Filmhuis Den Haag, Nederlands Dans Theater, PAARD, Residentie Orkest, Theater De Regentes and Theater en Filmhuis Dakota, among many others.
Date: Friday 4 and Saturday 5 September 2026
Location: Various locations across The Hague
Tickets: Free, although free registration is required for parts of Saturday’s programme
Source: Spotlight Festival
https://spotlightfestival.nl
by Sherika Rooplal-Clappers | Aug 27, 2026 | Highlighted Events, Uncategorized
Theme: Leading with Purpose in the Age of AI
Europe’s premier gathering for leaders who are serious about inclusive leadership, gender equity, and what it means to lead with purpose when everything is changing.
Each year since 2018, Rise and Lead Women bring together exceptional and authentic leaders for a cross-sector knowledge-sharing event, engaging in conversations that drive change in inclusion and leadership. Senior executives, international thought leaders, policymakers, and experts share their wisdom and insights on the latest trends in inclusion, women’s leadership, and allyship.
This year’s theme, Leading With Purpose in the Age of AI, sits at the intersection of everything leaders are navigating right now: technological transformation, inclusion accountability, and the question of what it means to lead with values when the pressure to move fast demands.
The Summit will focus on four pillars: Leadership, Inclusion, Allyship, AI & Future of Work.
Join to soak up the knowledge, add to the conversation and ignite empowerment!
Speakers this year include Hanneke Faber CEO Logitech, Hajir Hajji CEO Action and many more
For more information and to secure your ticket:
https://riseandleadwomen.com/summit
Dates: Thursday 10th September 9:00 – 16:00 and Friday 11th September 9:00 – 12:00
Venue: Hilton Hotel, The Hague
