Events in Rotterdam in October 2026
Rotterdam has 12 sourced events in October 2026. Compare dates, venues, and ticket sources below, then build the rest of your trip around the events you choose.
The Rotterdam calendar for October 2026 leads with these:
- Derek Ogilvie - Up Close and PersonalOct 9Leonardo Hotel Papendrecht · Source: Ticketmaster
- Hagelslag de PodcastOct 14de Doelen · Source: Ticketmaster
- Mo Gilligan - The Mo You KnowOct 15Oude Luxor Theater · Source: Ticketmaster
By TripSapien · Updated August 24, 2026
Sourced events
- Oct 19
- Oct 22
- Oct 23
- Oct 24
- Oct 24
- Oct 28
Culture (ft. Kenyatta Hill) & Cedric Myton from the Congos
de Doelen. Music · Reggae.
Source: Ticketmaster
- Oct 30
- Oct 31
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- Oct 7 - Oct 18
Rotterdam International Film Festival 2026
An annual film festival showcasing independent and experimental films from around the world, held at various venues across Rotterdam.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
- Oct 10
Museum Night Rotterdam 2026
A special night where museums in Rotterdam open late with special exhibitions, performances, and activities.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
- Oct 23 - Oct 25
Rotterdam Jazz Marathon 2026
A three-day jazz festival featuring local and international jazz artists performing at multiple venues throughout the city.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
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