6x Enjoyable occasions in May in Rotterdam

Looking for enjoyable occasions in Rotterdam in May? With all of the enjoyable occasions that Rotterdam provides this month, it’s troublesome to decide on. The occasions you should not miss will be discovered beneath!

Rotterdam Rooftop Days 2026

The Rotterdam Rooftop Days are again! From 30 May to 7 June, uncover Rotterdam as you’ve by no means seen town earlier than – from the rooftops.

This yr, the pageant takes on a brand new, extra compact format. In the realm round Hofplein, Weena and Stationsplein, dozens of rooftops are inside strolling distance of each other. Perfect for spending a day transferring from hotspot to hotspot, however at peak.

Circusstad Festival

Well over 100 circus artists from 22 international locations – together with Canada, the United States, Australia, France, Austria, England, Italy, Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands – are anticipated at Circusstad Festival, the most important circus pageant within the Netherlands, from Wednesday 29 April to Sunday 3 May on and round Schouwburgplein in Rotterdam.

In addition to Schouwburgplein, you’ll additionally discover performances at Theatre Rotterdam, the previous Luxor Theatre, Maaspodium and Codarts Circus Arts. Head to Schouwburgplein for a drink on a terrace, free performances and workshops. Got a particular present in thoughts? Don’t overlook to purchase your ticket upfront.

Liberation Festival Rotterdam

On 5 May, we have a good time freedom. In Rotterdam, we do that every year with the Liberation Festival in Het Park by the Euromast. And as all the time, entry is free this yr too.

What are you able to anticipate on the Liberation Festival in 2026? This yr as soon as once more incorporates a standout line-up of headliners, together with La Fuente, Paul Elstak, Jett Rebel and Mula B.

Opening of the seashore season in Hoek van Holland

On Thursday 14 May, it’s time to hit the dance flooring in the course of the annual seashore season opening in Hoek van Holland! In no time in any respect, you possibly can journey from Rotterdam metropolis centre straight to the seashore, because of the super-fast metro connection. Check out which get together you wish to catch with your pals and luxuriate in performances by the likes of Bizzey, La Fuente and The Partysquad.

O. Festival

Do you like opera, music and theatre? Then you’re in for a deal with from 22 to 31 May! During the twenty first version of O. Festival, you possibly can get pleasure from greater than 100 performances, 50 totally different productions, throughout 40 various venues in and round Rotterdam.

The pageant opens with REMACHINE by theatre-maker Jefta van Dinther, a hypnotic world through which people and know-how collide and merge, adopted by the standard First Night at Theatre Rotterdam, that includes previews of the pageant. Curious in regards to the full programme? Check it out through the button beneath!

TREK Festival

The TREK Festival is celebrating its twelfth anniversary this yr – and that requires a celebration. From Thursday 7 to Sunday 10 May, everyone seems to be as soon as once more welcome to get pleasure from scrumptious meals in Vroesenpark. With numerous cellular meals vehicles providing a variety of avenue meals, it’s set to be a weekend to savour.

Special acts by rising theatre-makers and intimate stay performances full your go to to TREK.