Culture and Events

At TEFAF Maastricht - International Art and Antiques Fair – over 215 of the most important international art traders, from approximately 15 countries, take part.

The Amstel Gold Race is a one-day classic road cycling race that first tookplace in 1966. It is one of the most important cycle races.

Pinkpop is the oldest and most popular open-air festival in Europe. Many internationally renowned bands have already performed on the stage of this event, such as the Rolling Stones, Dire Straits, Metallica, and Rage Against the
Machine.

André Rieu’s concerts turn the entire Vrijthof square in Maastricht into a spectacular and enchanting outdoor theatre.

An annual festival that has grown into a three-day, international phenomenon. Enjoy music, food trucks, the hip-hop culture market and ofcourse, exciting dance competitions.

A religious city festival, consisting of church services and a unique Sunday procession. As was customary in ancient times, the Sint Rosa Festival also boasts a nostalgic fair, matching to the rich Roman life of that time.

This annual festival in Heerlen and surroundings is a fascinating summer event that amazes, astonishes and surprises.

Zuid-Limburg is proud of its beer culture! Each year around the hop harvest, it’s all about beer in the small town of Gulpen.

The Art Days Wittem (Kunstdagen Wittem) take place in the monumental library of the Wittem monastery. Every year a varied programme of chamber music, literature, fine arts and readings is offered here.

The Musica Sacra Festival is dedicated to religious music. For three days there are concerts, film screenings and theatre performances, all dealing with sacred themes.

There is no need to go to Germany for an Oktoberfest. This event takes place in Zuid-Limburg too! For five days you can revel in a great atmosphere, a variety of performances and lots of beer in several party pavilions in the city of Sittard.

Each year from the end of November, Valkenburg dives head-on into the Christmas spirit. A special highlight are the caves in Valkenburg that serve as an amazing underground scenery for the Christmas markets.