What is definitely worth visiting is Oerol, which takes place on Terschelling from 12 to 21 june 2026. This ten-day festival annually attracts about fifty thousand visitors of all ages and origins. The special thing about this festival is that it isn't just about music, but also theater, storytelling, street theater and much more can be experienced here!
๐ Tip: stay overnight at Stayokay Terschelling
Pinkpop
Ever since 1970, the second largest festival in the Netherlands has taken place in the south of Limburg, namely Landgraaf; Pinkpop. This three-day festival is known not only for its eye-catching pink fisherman's hats, but also for its crazy lineup every year. For example, this year on 19, 20 en 21 June 2026, artists such as Suzan & Freek, The Cure, Natasha Bedingfield en Twenty One Pilots.
๐ Tip: stay overnight at Stayokay Maastricht
Concert at Sea
In the weekend of 25, 26 and 27June 2026, we can dance again in Brouwersdam, Zeeland, at Concert at Sea! With Dutch artists like Blรธf, Suzan & Freek, Guus Meeuwes and Racoon it will without a doubt be a party here. Watch the sun set behind the main stage or take a break on the beach. Did you know that this famous pop festival was founded by Blรธf in 2006?
๐ Tip: stay overnight at Stayokay Domburg
Down The Rabbit Hole
This year on 3 t/m 5 July 2026, it's time again for Down The Rabbit Hole, for short, DTRH. This three-day festival takes place at De Groene Heuvels recreation park in Beuningen, near Nijmegen and Arnhem. With outdoor and covered stages and different types of music, it's a party for everyone here.
๐ Tip: spend the night at Stayokay Arnhem
North Sea Jazz Festival
The North Sea Jazz Festival began in 1974 with about nine thousand visitors and has since grown into an international phenomenon that attracts around ninety thousand visitors annually. Here you will see your favorite jazz artists perform in Rotterdam Ahoy on 10, 11 en 12 July 2026. Think of Joss Stone, Sting and Raye.
๐ Tip: stay overnight in Stayokay Rotterdam
Awakenings
With an impressive lineup of international top artists and stages renowned for their light shows and sound quality, Awakenings attracts tens of thousands of visitors from all over the world between July 10 and 12. The festival offers the ultimate experience for lovers of electronic music, with a strong focus on atmosphere, creativity, and innovation.
What also makes Awakenings special is its commitment to sustainability. The festival actively takes measures to reduce its ecological footprint. Since 2016, it has been powered by batteries charged with green energy, and waste is carefully separated and recycled. Sustainable materials are also used for decor and catering, and the organization collaborates with local initiatives to make the event as green as possible. Awakenings proves that large-scale parties and environmental awareness will work well together.
๐ Tip: stay overnight in Stayokay Eindhoven
Zwarte Cross
The Zwarte Cross festival will take place from 16 to 19 July 2026 in the Achterhoek region. What once started as a motocross event has now grown into a four-day spectacle full of music, motocross, theatre, stunts and lots of partying.
The music is diverse: from rock to Dutch-language songs, from techno to hip hop and everything in between. During the day, you can feast your eyes on stunts and motocross competitions, and in the evening, you can be right at the front to see your favourite artist.
๐ Tip: stay overnight in Stayokay Arnhem
Milkshake Festival
On 25 and 26 July 2026, it's time again for the Milkshake Festival, which is organised in the heart of Amsterdam. Milkshake isn't a place where people come just for the music, it's also an open-minded space where diversity and acceptance of people is celebrated. With electronic music, hip-hop, dancehall and more genres, it's impossible to not dance!
๐ Tip: stay at Stayokay Amsterdam Vondelpark, Stayokay Amsterdam Oost or Stayokay Amsterdam Stadsdoelen
Lowlands
A Camping Flight to Lowlands Paradise, also known as Lowlands, is a three-day festival that takes place from 21-23 August 2026. The music at this festival is very diverse and the genres vary from pop to rock, and from R&B to metal. It's only possible to buy a ticket here for the whole weekend. This way you really feel that fun festival atmosphere!
๐ Tip: stay overnight at Stayokay Apeldoorn or Stayokay Utrecht
Into the Woods
On 18 and 19 September 2026, Into the Woods festival is happening at the Open Air Theater in Amersfoort. During this multi-genre electronic music festival you will be surrounded by trees enjoying the best techno tunes. With its creative art installations, not only the ears but also the eyes will be fed with creative positivity!
๐ Tip: stay overnight at Stayokay Utrecht or Stayokay Soest
Want to visit a cosy light festival in winter?
Can't get enough of all the festivals in the Netherlands either? Then visit a beautiful light show or light festival this winter! We have already listed the best ones for you in our blog 6x the Most Beautiful Light Festivals in the Netherlands.
