Festivals in Netherlands in June
22 festivals waiting for you
Curated by Sarah Pagel · Last verified 2 April 2026
The Netherlands stands as a global powerhouse in music and festival culture, with Amsterdam leading a national scene that has influenced dance music worldwide for decades. Dutch festivals are renowned for their innovative production, impeccable organisation, and ability to create immersive experiences that push the boundaries of what music events can be, from intimate club-style gatherings to massive multi-day festivals featuring cutting-edge stage design and pyrotechnics.
Dutch festival culture emphasizes inclusivity, creativity, and sustainability, with events that showcase the Netherlands' world-class DJ talent and sophisticated appreciation for music in all its forms. From the canals of Amsterdam to purpose-built festival sites in the countryside, Dutch festivals consistently deliver experiences that combine technical excellence with genuine artistic vision, making the Netherlands an essential destination for any serious festival enthusiast.
June Festivals
Intents Festival 2026
Jun 5, 2026 - Jun 7, 2026
Intents Festival is a premier harder-styles dance event in the Netherlands, famous for its massive stage productions and immersive annual themes. It attracts tens of thousands of visitors to Oisterwijk for a weekend of hardstyle, hardcore, and freestyle music.
Free Your Mind Festival 2026
Jun 6, 2026 - Jun 7, 2026
Free Your Mind Festival is one of the Netherlands' oldest electronic music festivals, held annually at the historic Stadsblokken in Arnhem. The event features a diverse blend of house and techno across multiple stages on the banks of the Rhine.
The Crave Festival 2026
Jun 6, 2026 - Jun 6, 2026
The Crave Festival is a prominent electronic music event that transforms The Hague's Zuiderpark into an urban dancehalla, featuring five distinctive stages exploring a broad spectrum of electronic genres. It is renowned for its immersive atmosphere, commitment to innovation, and a carefully curated lineup blending international headliners with emerging talent.
909 Festival 2026
Jun 6, 2026 - Jun 7, 2026
909 Festival is an intimate electronic celebration held in the Amsterdamse Bos, paying tribute to the legendary Roland TR-909 drum machine. The festival focuses on high-quality techno and house music, creating a back-to-basics gathering for underground music lovers.
Amsterdam Open Air 2026
Jun 6, 2026 - Jun 7, 2026
Amsterdam Open Air is a premier collaboration of the city's creative promoters, transforming Gaasperpark into a multi-stage playground of electronic music, fashion, and art. The festival offers a diverse mix of house, techno, pop, and hip-hop across ten distinct stages, celebrating the vibrant culture of Amsterdam's nightlife.
Verknipt Festival 2026
Jun 6, 2026 - Jun 7, 2026
Verknipt Festival is a premier electronic music event in the Netherlands, renowned for its uncompromising focus on hard techno, industrial sounds, and high-energy rave culture. Hosted annually at the Strijkviertel in Utrecht, the festival features cutting-edge visual productions and massive lineups of international DJs that attract a global community of ravers.
Into The Grave 2026
Jun 12, 2026 - Jun 14, 2026
Into The Grave is an annual heavy metal festival held at the Oldehoofsterkerkhof square in the city center of Leeuwarden, Netherlands. Since its inception in 2011, the event has hosted a diverse range of international acts spanning subgenres such as death metal, thrash, and power metal.
Borsbucht Festival 2026
Jun 12, 2026 - Jun 14, 2026
Bosburcht Festival is a music event held at Kasteel De Berckt in Baarlo, Netherlands. It is distinctive for its castle estate setting and focus on deephouse, house, tech house and techno music.
Central Park Festival 2026
Jun 12, 2026 - Jun 14, 2026
Central Park Festival is a vibrant pop music festival in Utrecht, known for transforming a picturesque park into a "musical picnic" experience that blends contemporary acts with a focus on good food and unique decor. This multi-day event, considered the largest pop festival in Central Netherlands, offers diverse programming across outdoor and indoor stages, creating a lively and immersive atmosphere.
Best Kept Secret Festival 2026
Jun 12, 2026 - Jun 14, 2026
Best Kept Secret is an alternative music festival set in the scenic safari park of Beekse Bergen, focusing on a curated mix of indie, rock, and electronic music. It is highly regarded for its lakeside location, immersive atmosphere, and superior culinary offerings.
Ohm Festival 2026
Jun 13, 2026 - Jun 13, 2026
Ohm Festival cultivates a distinctive electronic music experience in Delft, emphasizing a sense of togetherness and a welcoming, 'home' atmosphere for its attendees. The event showcases a range of electronic genres, including trance, techno, and house, fostering a vibrant community gathering.
Boothstock Festival 2026
Jun 13, 2026 - Jun 13, 2026
Boothstock Festival is an annual electronic music event in Rotterdam, known for its vibrant blend of house, techno, and urban genres across multiple stages. It offers an immersive experience with a stellar lineup of national and international DJs, contributing to a lively festival atmosphere.
Drift Festival 2026
Jun 13, 2026 - Jun 13, 2026
Drift Festival is a premier electronic music event in Nijmegen, Netherlands, celebrated for its industrial atmosphere and cutting-edge house and techno curation. Held at the iconic NYMA terrain, the festival combines forward-thinking soundscapes with immersive art installations.
Holland Blues Festival 2026
Jun 19, 2026 - Jun 20, 2026
The Holland International Blues Festival is a premier music event held annually in Grolloo, featuring world-class international and local blues artists. It celebrates the genre's heritage in a village famously known as the blues capital of the Netherlands.
Pinkpop 2026
Jun 19, 2026 - Jun 21, 2026
Pinkpop is an iconic annual music festival in Landgraaf, Netherlands, famously recognized as the world's oldest continuous open-air pop and rock festival since its inception in 1970. The three-day event attracts global superstars and thousands of fans each year, traditionally taking place during the Pentecost weekend.
Julianapop 2026
Jun 20, 2026 - Jun 20, 2026
Julianapop is a long-running annual music festival held in Julianadorp, Netherlands, showcasing a mix of popular Dutch pop, rock, and party acts. Known for its laid-back community atmosphere, the family-friendly event attracts thousands of visitors each June to enjoy live performances on multiple stages.
Defqon.1 Netherlands 2026
Jun 25, 2026 - Jun 28, 2026
Defqon.1 is the world's premier harder styles music festival, gathering over 100,000 attendees for a multi-day celebration of hardstyle, hardcore, and rawstyle. The 2026 edition, themed 'Sacred Oath,' will feature the legendary 'Power Hour' and iconic stage productions at the Holy Grounds in Biddinghuizen.
Concert at SEA 2026
Jun 25, 2026 - Jun 27, 2026
Concert at SEA is a pop music festival held annually on the Brouwersdam in Zeeland, the Netherlands. The event combines national and international artists with views of the Dutch coast, offering sea views and sunsets.
Luminosity Beach Festival 2026
Jun 25, 2026 - Jun 28, 2026
Luminosity Beach Festival is the world's premier trance music event, held annually on the stunning beaches of Zandvoort. It brings together over 100 artists for four days of pure trance, progressive, and techno energy.
Jera on Air 2026
Jun 26, 2026 - Jun 28, 2026
Jera on Air is the largest alternative music festival in the Netherlands, specializing in punk, hardcore, and metalcore genres. Held annually in Ysselsteyn, the event features a diverse lineup of international headliners and emerging talent across multiple stages.
Lago Lago 2026
Jun 26, 2026 - Jun 28, 2026
Lago Lago is a multi-day electronic music festival that uniquely blends cutting-edge electronic dance music with a luxurious, Mediterranean-inspired festival holiday experience. Set amidst natural surroundings, it cultivates a strong community atmosphere with a focus on leisure and high-quality programming.
Nous'klaer Festival 2026
Jun 27, 2026 - Jun 27, 2026
Nous'klaer Festival is a one-day music event that takes place at Brutus, an art space located in Rotterdam. The festival is closely linked to the Nous'klaer Audio label, presenting the label's distinctive sound and artists, and often features premieres of new releases and multidisciplinary performances.
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Last verified 2 April 2026