A night out in Venlo

When the shops have long been closed, there is still plenty to experience in the Venlo city center. Charming cafes, terraces, two cinemas, the theater, a music temple, and a church converted into a cultural stage ensure that you can look forward to an exciting evening program in Venlo!

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Evening on the terrace

In Venlo, an evening often continues naturally. You join in, stay a little longer, and before you know it, you haven't gone home yet. In the squares in the city center and along the Maas, you'll find plenty of places to linger quietly with a drink.

Terraces in Venlo
Scheuten terras

Beer and bitterballen

Sometimes there's nothing better than a night out with beer, bitterballen, and good (or bad!) conversations. In Venlo, we have plenty of pubs where you can enjoy a nice (special) beer with a matching snack platter. 

In the mood for something good in your glass?

From a craft beer that you take your time to enjoy to a cocktail that kick-starts your evening or a fine glass of wine in between, discover it here!

More tips for beer cafés, cocktail bars, and wine cafés
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An evening of cultural enjoyment

Visit a beautiful show, go to the movies, or experience a concert in Venlo!

Late night bars

If you want to extend your evening, you'll find plenty of cafés in the center of Venlo where it gets a bit busier and livelier later in the evening. These are places where you won't quickly find yourself outside after just one drink.

Ten Venlo Pub Hits

Venlo is a music city. Yes, that can be safely said. From troubadour to techno, we have it. Under the motto 'you are what you listen to,' we asked several owners of Venlo's nightlife about their all-time favorite track. The identity of the cafés was immediately clear. What is The Place To Be for you? Dancing is allowed!

Café De Blauw Trap: Kyteman - Sorry
Café De Locomotief: Led Zeppelin - Stairway to heaven (live)
Café Motown: Marvin Gaye - Let's get it on
Café Old Dutch: Udo Jürgens - Ich war noch niemals in New York
Café Restaurant Central: Moloko - Time is now
Café Take Five: Van Morrison - Moondance
Grand Café Chiosco: Vader Abraham - Het kleine café
Kefee D'n Erme: Frans Duyts - Je denkt maar dat je alles mag van mij
Proeflokaal: Billy Paul - Your song
Rub-a-Dub: Sadao Watanabe - Orange Express

Just having a drink

Not every evening needs to have a plan. In Venlo, there are plenty of cafés where you can just walk in, order something, and end up staying. A beer at the bar, a glass of wine with friends, or a simple drink without any fuss.

Want more?

Then quickly check the agenda for the best performances, club nights, Friday afternoon drinks, and shows. It's almost impossible to take in the entire agenda at once; Venlo is a true events city. Fortunately, the search function gives you a hand in finding the most enjoyable activities in Venlo! 

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Theater
30
Aug

Finale Viva Classic Vocal Contest

During the festive finale of the Viva Classic Vocal Contest 2026, five promising young singers present themselves to the audience and professional jury at Domani, the former monastery chapel in the center of Venlo. The special atmosphere and excellent acoustics make this historic location a beloved place for classical music.The finalists are:Ruslana Danchenko (soprano, Detmold)Rita Rolo Morais (soprano, Cologne)Vladyslav Shkarupilo (countertenor, Essen)Dorine Doneux (mezzo-soprano, Waremme/Maastricht)Anastasia Patsakidou (coloratura soprano, Aachen)The candidates each perform two pieces, ranging from popular opera arias to classical song repertoire. The concert is performed with the New Symphonics Orchestra under the direction of Italian conductor Federico Santi.The professional jury consists of:Sef Thissen – baritone and founder of Viva Classic LiveBarbara Haveman – soprano and vocal coachMarwin Wendt – artistic director of Deutsche Oper am Rhein.The audience also has a voice and determines who receives the audience award. The winner of the competition receives the prestigious Willy Caron Award and performs during Viva Classic Live at the Park 2026.VCVC2026 is an initiative of the Viva Classic Live Foundation and is part of the cross-border program RESONANZ, in which young creators from the Netherlands and Germany – from hip-hop to opera – collaborate, develop, and reach new audiences.RESONANZ is made possible in part by the Interreg VI-A program Germany-Netherlands, co-financed by the European Union, the Province of Limburg, and the Ministry of Culture and Science of the State of North Rhine-Westphalia.Read more about the finalists Ruslana Danchenko (soprano, Detmold)The Ukrainian soprano Ruslana Danchenko (2000) studies Opera and Concert Singing at the Hochschule für Musik Detmold. She has already built an impressive stage experience with roles in operas by Mozart, Beethoven, and Pergolesi. Additionally, she performed as a soloist in major choral and orchestral works, including Haydn's Die Schöpfung. Ruslana combines a strong technical foundation with great expressive power. For her, music is about connection and creating emotional worlds for her audience.Rita Rolo Morais (soprano, Cologne)The Portuguese soprano Rita Rolo Morais (2000) recently made an impression with leading roles in productions in Aachen and Cologne. After her master's degree in Opera at the Hochschule für Musik und Tanz Köln, she is currently further specializing in song art in Hamburg. Besides opera, she is a passionate song singer and regularly performs at chamber music and festival concerts. Rita is supported by various prestigious music funds and has developed into a versatile young artist in recent years. Her warm stage personality and musical refinement characterize her performances.Vladyslav Shkarupilo (countertenor, Essen)Vladyslav Shkarupilo (2000) is a Ukrainian countertenor studying at the Folkwang University of the Arts in Essen. Since coming to Germany, he has participated in opera productions and festivals, including the Ruhrtriennale and the Stuttgart State Opera. He took part in international competitions such as Neue Stimmen and the Farinelli Competition. With his unique voice type and broad repertoire, he effortlessly navigates between baroque, romantic, and contemporary music. For Vladyslav, singing is not only about technique but also about sharing stories, creating connections, and growing through artistic encounters.Dorine Doneux (mezzo-soprano, Waremme / Maastricht)The Belgian-Limburg mezzo-soprano Dorine Doneux (2003) belongs to a new generation of promising opera talents. She won the first prize at the Bell'Arte International Competition in 2024 and is part of training programs at De Munt in Brussels and the Teatro Comunale di Bologna. At a young age, she already portrayed roles such as Carmen, Ragonde, and Prince Orlofsky. Dorine combines a striking stage presence with natural musicality. After a previous participation in the competition, she returns with even more experience and ambition.Anastasia Patsakidou (coloratura soprano, Aachen)The Greek coloratura soprano Anastasia Patsakidou (1996) studies musical theater at the Hochschule für Musik und Tanz Köln in Aachen. In January 2026, she debuted as the Queen of the Night in Mozart's Die Zauberflöte at Theater Aachen. Previously, she sang leading roles in operas by Donizetti, Montsalvatge, and new Greek creations. Her repertoire requires great virtuosity, flexibility, and theatrical conviction. Anastasia feels a strong connection with North Rhine-Westphalia and is steadily building a professional opera career there.

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With the whole family
06
Sep

K3 bij openluchttheater de Doolhof

𝗛𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗲, 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗲𝗻 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝗶𝗮 brengen een volledig liveconcert mét uitgebreide liveband naar dit sfeervolle openluchttheater. Ruim 26 jaar nadat K3 werd opgericht, zorgen de drie voor wat ze het allerbeste kunnen: mensen blij maken met hun vrolijke, aanstekelijke muziek. Dit keer richten ze zich niet alleen op de allerkleinste fans, maar juist ook op iedereen die is opgegroeid met klassiekers als ‘Oya Lélé’ en ‘Alle Kleuren’. Tijdens deze show passeren alle grote hits én nieuwe nummers de revue — verpakt in een energiek, kleurrijk en verrassend liveconcert.En je hebt twee kansen om erbij te zijn: een vrolijke 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗲𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗱𝗲 𝗺𝗶𝗱𝗱𝗮𝗴 of een 𝘀𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝘃𝗼𝗻𝗱𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘄 later op de dag. Mis het niet — dit wordt K3 zoals je ze nog nooit hebt gezien!𝗧𝗶𝗷𝗱𝗲𝗻:𝗠𝗶𝗱𝗱𝗮𝗴𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘄 – 𝟲 𝘀𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 Open: 13.00 uur Start: 13:30 uur𝗔𝘃𝗼𝗻𝗱𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝘇𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗴 𝟲 𝘀𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 Open: 18.00 uur Start: 18:30 uur𝗞𝗮𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗸𝗼𝗼𝗽 𝗷𝗲 𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗿: https://k3.eventgoose.com/

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Music
03
Oct

Club Zer00s

After a sold-out first edition, a return was of course inevitable! Everything you used to have on repeat, everything you went wild to during your first nights out, everything you secretly still sing along to: at Club Zer00s, we play everything that mattered when you were still downloading mp3s from LimeWire and styling your hair with a cheap flat iron. From Rihanna to Tiësto, from Britney to Sean Paul, and from Snoooooop! to Def Rhymz – at Club Zer00s they all blast from the speakers again! Come dance under our own Umbrellas and show our life-sized :dancingbanana: that you and your friends still have it!

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Music
17
Oct

Peja & DJ Decks

This will be a very special night for fans of Polish hip-hop. To celebrate the 25th anniversary of the iconic album „Na legalu?”, Peja and DJ Decks reunite on stage to honour one of the most important records in the history of Polish rap.During the show, fans will have the unique opportunity to hear „Na legalu?” album performed live, alongside many other classic tracks from the Slums Attack catalogue that have become anthems for generations of listeners.Released in 2001, „Na legalu?” changed the landscape of Polish hip-hop forever and remains one of the genre's most influential and celebrated albums. This anniversary tour is a rare chance to relive the emotions surrounding this legendary release and experience its timeless songs in a powerful live setting.Support from: Gandi Ganda & DVJ Rink.25 years of history. 25 years of memories. One album that became a legend.

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Music
18
Oct

Score Jazz Orchestra

Ilja Reijngoud is een toonaangevende Nederlandse trombonist, componist, arrangeur en docent. Hij studeerde cum laude af aan het Hilversums Conservatorium en behaalde als tweede Nederlander een Master of Music in de Verenigde Staten. Reijngoud won diverse prestigieuze prijzen, waaronder de Edison Jazz Award (2009). Hij is vaste trombonist bij onder meer het Jazz Orchestra of the Concertgebouw en werkte mee aan meer dan 100 albums. Onder eigen naam bracht hij 17 albums en vijf boeken uit. Reijngoud componeert en arrangeert voor grote orkesten en bigbands, is vaste arrangeur van Dennis van Aarssen en actief als docent en gastdocent aan diverse conservatoria wereldwijd.

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Music
24
Oct

K-otic

Note: The presale for this concert starts tomorrow at 10:00 via this website. K-OTIC IS COMING TO VENLO! After the sold-out series '25 years of K-otic' at TivoliVredenburg, the band is adding another series of club shows! K-otic made music that is directly connected to the noughties for many people. Songs that instantly take you back to TMF, school parties, and singing along loudly without shame. What started at Starmaker grew into a permanent place in Dutch pop music of that era.

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Music
06
Nov

The Dire Straits Experience

Voor de talloze trouwe fans voelde het in 1995 als het einde van de wereld: de Dire Straits stopten met optreden. Maar dankzij diezelfde gepassioneerde liefhebbers is de muziek van de legendarische rockformatie vandaag levendiger dan ooit. De vraag naar songs uit het rijke muzikale universum van de Dire Straits blijft onverminderd groot, óók bij nieuwe generaties. The Dire Straits Experience beantwoordt die roep. Wereldwijd wordt deze band gezien als het beste dat je sinds de originele formatie kunt horen – dichter bij het origineel kom je niet. Onder aanvoering van voormalig Dire Straits-bandlid Chris White brengen zes muzikanten van wereldklasse de parels uit het oorspronkelijke repertoire opnieuw tot leven: Sultans of Swing, Money for Nothing, Private Investigations en vele andere klassiekers. The music is still alive - don’t miss it.

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Music
04
Dec

Fortunate Sons

Ook in 2026 keren Fortunate Sons weer terug naar Venlo! Let op: in 2025 was dit concert al maanden van te voren uitverkocht. Haal je tickets dus op tijd. De muziek van Creedence Clearwater Revival is voor velen dé soundtrack van de sixties en seventies. Ook voor The Fortunate Sons, de ultieme CCR tributeband met fans in binnen- en buitenland. The Fortunate Sons hebben met hun zeer succesvolle deelname aan het SBS6-programma ‘The Tribute – Battle of the Bands’ de muziek van CCR bij het grote publiek weer flink onder de aandacht gebracht en gezorgd voor een ware CCR Revival. The Fortunate Sons nemen je mee naar de hoogtijdagen van de popmuziek met de grootste hits van CCR. Een feest der herkenning voor jong en oud!

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Music
11
Dec

Clean Petes Kerstshow 2026

Luid de klokken, sla de trom, een kersttraditie is geboren: Clean Pete's Kerstshow! Na twee hele toffe edities de afgelopen jaren komen de zussen ook in 2026 weer terug naar Grenswerk!Alle emoties passeren de revue in een show die het heilige en het chaotische met elkaar verweeft. Een koor zingt, de band rockt, de pijn wordt benoemd. Loes en Renée Wijnhoven aka Clean Pete zullen ook volgend jaar hun diepe liefde voor kerst en kerstmuziek vieren in een verrassende show.

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Music
13
Dec

The Scene

Let op: de voorverkoop voor The Scene begint op vrijdag 21 november om 09:00 via deze pagina.  Na tien jaar stilte is The Scene terug. De legendarische band achter Nederlandstalige rock klassiekers als Blauw, Iedereen is van de wereld en Open staat in 2026 weer op het podium met de originele bandleden en een nieuwe, krachtige stem in de frontlinie: Syb van der Ploeg (De Kast). Sinds het afscheid van frontman Thé Lau in 2014 en zijn overlijden in 2015 leek het boek gesloten. Maar de muzikale chemie tussen de bandleden bleef intact. De vonk is terug, de urgentie voelbaar.