Are you planning to visit Utrecht Pride 2026? We’ve put together a list of the best hotspots, the most fun events and the must-see locations. That way, you can make the most of your Pride weekend in Utrecht!
Check out the boat parade on the Oudegracht
The highlight of the day: Canal Pride. Find a spot along the water and enjoy music, dancing and happy vibes. From 1.30 pm, around 50 boats will set sail from the Bartholomeïbrug / Catharijnesingel, via Hoog Catharijne and the Oudegracht, towards the Ledig Erf.
Local tip alert: you’ll get the best view along the quay (especially at the Oudegracht and Catharijnesingel)!
Head to the Pride Café in the Dom Tower
Pop into the Pride Café in the Dom Tower. There’s a Pride programme here for four days (3, 4, 5 and 7 June). The place to be for talks, performances, music and more. (opening times still to be confirmed)
Want to know more about Pride Café ? Check out here.
Speed dating during Utrecht Pride
Looking to make new connections during Pride? On Saturday 6 June from 7 pm, you can take part in a fun speed-dating event. During the evening, you’ll have short conversations with around 15–20 singles. After each conversation, you’ll fill in your date card to indicate whether you’d like to get in touch with the other person: yes or no? The speed dating event will take place at Anne&Max on Domstraat, right in the city centre and within walking distance of the other Pride events. Is there a match? If so, you’ll receive the matches by email within 24 hours.
Tickets are 25 euros, check out event here.
Parties & after-parties across the city
Had enough partying? No way! After the parade, the party continues at various locations across the city
- Street parties at Roost aan de Singel & Paardenveld. (Free entrance)
- TivoliVredenburg – Wild ’n Sweet (queer club night) (Tickets)
- BASIS – PAX-ROMANA (night parties) (Tickets)
- EKKO – PRIDE = PUNK / PY•P (Tickets)
Stay at Stayokay Utrecht Centrum
Stayokay Utrecht Centrum is right in the centre of the city, within walking distance of the best Pride hotspots. That way, you’re close to the next party and can crawl home.
- A 5-minute walk from the Oudegracht
- Just around the corner from the Dom Tower and the Pride Café
- Right in the thick of the action
