Pop on Top has been a household name in Valkenburg aan de Geul and the surrounding area for years. What once started as an initiative to put the city on the map with a fun and high-quality festival, has now grown into a popular event where thousands of people come together. The special location on top of the Cauberg with the green landscape and the breathtaking view provides a unique festival experience that you will not find anywhere else.

Pop on Top is all about connection and fun for young and old. It is a real family celebration where you can discover new music in addition to well-known sing-alongs. The atmosphere is always warm, Burgundian and inviting, with several stages and atmospheric places where you can enjoy live music, good food and a nice ambiance.

In addition to Pop on Top, Rock on Top has also become a permanent fixture, a festival day especially for rock lovers. Here, solid guitars, raw energy and good vibes are central, with performances by emerging talent and experienced cover bands. Rock on Top offers a mature and dynamic atmosphere that fits perfectly with the rest of the festival program.

Whether you come to dance, sing along, enjoy the view or just relax, you will feel right at home at Pop on Top and Rock on Top. Every year we manage to offer a nice mix of fun, music and quality, and in 2025 we will celebrate a special anniversary: 15 years of Pop on Top.

With various stages such as the Topstage, Bergbühne, Café Nol, Love Field and the Silent Disco, there is something for everyone. Come and see for yourself why Pop on Top and Rock on Top have been among the region's favorite festivals for years!

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For more than 50 years, Pinkpop has brought generations together for legendary shows and an unforgettable festival atmosphere. As the oldest uninterrupted open-air pop festival in the world, Pinkpop welcomes thousands of visitors to Landgraaf every year, where world stars and new talent shine on stage. With a rich history and a fresh look at the future, Pinkpop remains the festival for young and old.

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Solar Weekend is one of the most creative festivals in the country. Every year, eight hundred creatives and artists contribute to the festival. Expect alternative sports, wacky games, beautiful buildings, art and playful theatre. There is also a lot to see musically. Live acts alternate with great DJs from the House and Techno scene. The entire front line of hip-hop and urban is also programmed on Solar. If you really want to experience the festival, it is a good idea to be present for the full four days. The campsite has become a festival in itself, with three (!) stages, a 72-hour Silent Disco and the legendary water pistol fight with thousands of participants.

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Zomerparkfeest is a free, four-day cultural festival in the Julianapark in Venlo. With more than 94,000 visits over four days and a program of more than 130 acts, it is also one of the largest Dutch festivals of its kind. The focus of the programming is on music in all genres. In addition, there are performances in the field of dance, theatre, fashion, film, literature, art and science. Zomerparkfeest is a summer culture cocktail that puts Venlo on the map. Ever since 1977.

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Theater De Oranjerie in Roermond boasts a theater hall with approximately 800 comfortable seats. It hosts a diverse program featuring both national and international performances, and also serves as a venue for business events.

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Calling all jazz enthusiasts! Join us at ECI cultuurfabriek for an afternoon dedicated to great music. Whether you want to jump in on a jam session with elite local talent or prefer to kick back and listen, the vibe is effortlessly cool. Come see how the region’s best musicians set the stage.

- Next date: May 3, 2026

- From 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, at ECI Cultuurcafé, Roermond

- Free admission

Join us on Sunday afternoon, June 7, 2026, for a captivating performance in the historic Abbey Church of Thorn. Harpist-composer Inge Frimout-Hei, vibraphonist Ralph Adriaansen, and the Blue Planet Harp Ensemble, featuring talented young harpists under 21 will debut a new work inspired by the town’s unique heritage.

The White Town of Thorn invites listeners on a musical journey through time and space: from the Kasteelhoeve, through narrow alleys and over uneven cobblestones, past stately white houses and the Kraekermolen. But as the sun sets, the music takes a turn—who is that circling the church tower, and what is the mystery behind the creature known as Gaugeragon?

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André Rieu will return to the Vrijthof in 2026 and invites fans worldwide to a great grand party! Experience the magic of André Rieu during a festive and memorable evening and discover why André Rieu is one of the most popular live acts in the world!

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A live open-air concert featuring a blend of classical and pop music with Euregional flair, performed from the stage on the Roerkade.

You can enjoy this concert - complete with three large LED screens - from the following locations:

*The Vismarkt, Looskade, and Roerkade quaysides.

*The terraces along the Roerkade (the quay will be closed to traffic).

August 14, 2026

From 9:00 PM to 11:00 PM, Roerkade

Free admission

Walking and cycling tours are typically in Dutch unless otherwise stated. All programs go ahead rain or shine, regardless of the weather!

Please note that reservations are required to attend this event.

More details here.

Experience the magic of King’s Day in Roermond! Whether you're young or young at heart, the city is packed with music, energy, and excitement. Start the party early at our King’s Night Silent Disco on Munsterplein, then dive into the festivities on the big day. Explore charming flea markets across the region and soak up the sounds of live bands performing throughout the historic city center.

Walking and cycling tours are typically in Dutch unless otherwise stated. All programs go ahead rain or shine, regardless of the weather!

Please note that reservations are required to attend this event.

More details here.

Walking and cycling tours are typically in Dutch unless otherwise stated. All programs go ahead rain or shine, regardless of the weather!

Please note that reservations are required to attend this event.

More details here.

Watch history in motion as over 100 classic and vintage-style motorcycles take to the streets! This stunning parade follows a scenic 40 km route through the heart of Roermond and its beautiful surroundings. With a planned pit stop along the way, it’s the perfect chance to see these timeless machines up close.

- May 17, 2026

- From 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM, Paredisstraat, Roermond

- Free admission

Many know the Pride from the boat parade in Amsterdam. But worldwide, prides are first and foremost demonstrations.

One year after the Stonewall riots in New York, the first Pride took place in the same city. In the Netherlands, we had to wait until the end of the 70s for a similar protest march, which eventually grew into what we now call Pink Saturday.

The Pride in Amsterdam was first organized in 1996 and was an initiative of the gay hospitality industry. This has had a festive character from the beginning and in fact has little to do with the original protest idea.

With the Pride Walk we want to hold a parade through the center of Roermond as the Pride is actually intended: as a demonstration, where everyone can join. In this way we also commemorate the first Pink Saturday that took place in Roermond in 1979.

More details here.

Walking and cycling tours are typically in Dutch unless otherwise stated. All programs go ahead rain or shine, regardless of the weather!

Please note that reservations are required to attend this event.

More details here.

Walking and cycling tours are typically in Dutch unless otherwise stated. All programs go ahead rain or shine, regardless of the weather!

Please note that reservations are required to attend this event.

More details here.

Walking and cycling tours are typically in Dutch unless otherwise stated. All programs go ahead rain or shine, regardless of the weather!

Please note that reservations are required to attend this event.

More details here.

Walking and cycling tours are typically in Dutch unless otherwise stated. All programs go ahead rain or shine, regardless of the weather!

Please note that reservations are required to attend this event.

More details here.

Walking and cycling tours are typically in Dutch unless otherwise stated. All programs go ahead rain or shine, regardless of the weather!

Please note that reservations are required to attend this event.

More details here.

More than 75 elegant vintage cars, classic motorcycles, and mopeds will be shining on Munsterplein (and Graaf Gerardstraat) in the heart of Roermond. A fun and free afternoon for the whole family, from the young to the young at heart!

- August 9, 2026

- From 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM, Munsterplein

- Free admission

A lively funfair featuring more than 25 attractions for all ages, spread across various squares and streets in Roermond's city center: including Kloosterwandplein, Munsterplein, Stationsplein, and Graaf Gerardstraat.

- May 29, 2026, to June 4, 2026

- Roermond City Center

Enjoy some old-fashioned fun at the Herten Fair during the Mid-Summer Festival.The program includes classic fairground attractions, a party tent with various performances, a "buute-avond" (traditional cabaret evening), and a charming street market.

- June 19, 2026, to June 22, 2026

- Merum Fairgrounds, Herten

- Free admission or entry fee (depending on the activity)

The Wednesday Market. Every Wednesday from 9:00 to 15:00

The Wednesday market focuses primarily on food and culture. Although it retains its traditional market functionalities, the Wednesday market is, above all, an experience for the visitor, with weekly cooking presentations and performances. The market itself boasts a variety of different products such as fresh fish, artisanal local products, and the famed textile market.

The Organic Market. Every Thursday from 13:00 to 18:00

At this organic market in Wyck, you can stumble open all sorts of great foods. Under the “think global, act locally” motto, you can enjoy products that have been grown with care and love. Pure bliss!

The Friday Market. Every Friday from 9:00 to 15:00

With approximately 400 stalls, the Friday Market is one of the largest wares markets in the Euregion. The fish market stands out, attracting customers from Belgium and even the North of France! The market also possesses a great selection of textiles and furniture.

De Vlooienmarkt. Every Saturday from 10:00 to 17:00

Skitter through an erratic assortment of goods at the flea market on Saturday, whether it be vintage fashion or antique furniture. Eigenzinnige Markt. Every Sunday from 12:00 to 17:00 Find hidden gems in the broad selection of curiosities, antiques, and art at this peculiar market.

www.bezoekmaastricht.nl

The Feelgood Market is a bustling place, full of sustainable, hand-crafted, original, and inspiring (local) products. You can also find tasty (biological) bites, drinks, workshops and great live music. A great day trip for the family!

Parents can relax and stroll through the market while there are numerous fun activities for the children.

www.feelgoodmarket.nl

More information on: www.weert.nl/markt

More information on: www.weareroermond.com