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Holland Festival

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The Holland Festival is the place where international artists push the boundaries of music, theatre and dance. Experience, for example, the opening project City of Floating Sounds with a musical city walk and orchestral concert, or discover the work of associate artist Hildur Guðnadóttir. Over the course of one month, you can see more than a hundred extraordinary performances at various venues in and around Amsterdam.

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Associate Artist 2026: Hildur Guðnadóttir

The Icelandic composer, musician and singer Hildur Guðnadóttir (Reykjavik, 1982) is the associate artist of Holland Festival 2026. Through her innovative music, she highlights the importance of experimentation and new sounds, with a special focus on female pioneers.

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Opening celebration

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The most striking performances of the year, from top international artists and extraordinary productions you simply must see.

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Under 40? Enjoy a discount

This year, too, we make it easy for young audiences to discover the festival, with attractive discounts for different age groups:

Youth (up to 17 years)
CJP (up to 30 years)
HF Young (ages 18–39)

Selection Ammodo Art

Ammodo Art x Holland Festival

Ammodo Art supports the Holland Festival with international co-productions, new makers and composition commissions, helping the festival remain leading.

Holland festival 2026

The programme once again promises great diversity: from world-class actors to intimate, personal performances; from a gripping operatic drama to an orchestra making its Dutch debut; from an explosive dance production full of glitter to a reimagined theatre classic. All of this takes place in both familiar and surprising locations.