Concerts

Live Music And Concerts In Rotterdam

Rotterdam offers one of the most diverse live music scenes in the Netherlands. From local bands and independent artists to international rock, jazz, and hip hop concerts, the city has something for every taste.

During the summer months, the city fills up with free open-air music festivals — from jazz in the parks to electronic music events by the river.

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Main Concert Venues

Here are some of the most popular places where concerts take place in Rotterdam. Click the links to see each venue’s schedule:

Baroeg: Known for hosting non-commercial music, from punk and heavy metal to black metal. Spinozaweg 300, Tram number 20. Visit their website on this link.
De Doelen: A concert hall and congress center with 20 different halls. It’s one of the largest concert venues in the Netherlands and offers excellent acoustics. Genres include jazz, opera, flamenco, tango, and folk music. Karel Doormanstraat 223, a few minutes’ walk from Central Station. Visit their website on this link.
V11: Enjoy alternative rock concerts in the unique atmosphere of a ship’s cellar. Vijnhaven 101, Metro Beurs. Visit their website on this link.
Rotown: A versatile venue that hosts alternative pop, techno, hip hop, jazz, punk, and metal concerts. Nieuwe Binnenweg 19, Tram number 4 or Metro Eendrachtsplein. Visit their website on this link.
Ahoy: Famous for hosting major concerts by internationally renowned bands. It’s also used for fairs, festivals, and exhibitions. Ahoyweg 10, Metro Zuidplein. Visit their website on this link.

Other Iconic Music Spots

Jazzcafé Dizzy. A place reserved for jazz lovers. ‘s-Gravendijkwal 127. Tram number 4. Visit their website on this link.
Grounds: A local music venue showcasing emerging national and international musicians from various musical genres. Pieter de Hoochweg 125. Tram number 8. Visit their website on this link.
BIRD Rotterdam: This venue features performances by hip hop artists, R&B singers, soul musicians, Latin bands, and solo performers. They also organize DJ parties. Raampoortstraat 24/26/28. Tram number 4 and Metro Stadhuis. Visit their website on this link.
Annabel: Annabel hosts concerts and festivals featuring a wide range of national and international acts. Schiestraat 20. Few minutes walk from Centraal Station. Visit their website on this link.

Enjoy the vibrant music scene in Rotterdam!

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