Sunday 24 August
Kunsthal
STEPHAN BALKENHOL
SOMETHING IS HAPPENING
Until 14 September
Stephan Balkenhol is an internationally renowned German sculptor, known for his figurative wooden sculptures and reliefs that combine traditional craftsmanship with contemporary art. His robust, simple sculptures mainly depict everyday people, sometimes animals or hybrid figures. The exhibition ‘Stephan Balkenhol. Something is Happening’ at the Kunsthal presents more than 35 works that showcase his distinctive style and universe.
Location: Museumpark, Westzeedijk 341 (Google Maps)
Info: www.kunsthal.nl
Superstraat
Wereldmuseum
Until 26 January 2026
Go on an adventure with Neighbors’ Day master of ceremonies Freddy and discover Super Street, where you can help out in Aga’s shop, learn to dance for the summer carnival, and support Winston’s Party Kitchen at world festivals. An exciting hands-on exhibition full of activities for curious children!
Location: Willemskade 25 (Google Maps)
Info: www.rotterdam.wereldmuseum.nl
Kino
Peacock
Peacock is a dry Östlundian comedy about Matthias, a versatile rent-a-friend who adapts to any role but loses his own identity in the process. This leads to an existential crisis with unexpectedly hilarious consequences. The film combines German humor with a profound story.
Address: Gouvernestraat 129-133 (Google Maps)
Info & tickets: www.kinorotterdam.nl
Depot museum Van Beuningen
The stories we tell
until 26 October
In ‘The stories we tell’, contemporary artists tell stories to explore the past, interpret the present, and imagine the future.
Location: Museumpark 24 (Google Maps)
Info: www.boijmans.nl
Roffa Mon Amour Open Air Film Festival 2025
Until Sunday 24 August
Roffa Mon Amour celebrates its thirteenth edition with twelve summer evenings filled with exceptional films, live music, and encounters in the sculpture garden of Brutus, Rotterdam West.
Under the starry sky, you can enjoy intimate open-air performances, dinners, and talks among impressive works of art. The festival brings together world films and surprising stories in a warm, connecting atmosphere.
Give Soul Festival 2025
Give Soul Festival brings together a powerful mix of house, techno, and electronic music in a vibrant setting. A party for those who want to give their soul to the dance floor, together with a community that feels like family.
Location: Galileistraat 24 (Google Maps)
Info: www.givesoul.com
Sinfonia in het Park
Sinfonia in the Park is a free concert for all Rotterdam residents, featuring a mix of classical music, world music, and poetry. It consists of a Family Concert at 3:30 p.m. with a short, educational program for children, and an Evening Concert at 8:30 p.m., which concludes with Handel’s “Music for the Royal Fireworks” and fireworks.
Location: Baden Powelllaan 2 (Google Maps)
Info: www.sinfoniarotterdam.nl
Trandem Rotterdam
Every Sunday, the roof of Rooftop Rotterdam transforms into the city’s coolest wine bar. Enjoy endless views of Rotterdam city center.
Location: Hofplein 19 (Google Maps)
Info: www.instagram.com/trandem.rotterdam
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