Summer festivals and events in Maastricht
Summer in Maastricht comes alive with enchanting festivals and events! Enjoy your favourite bands at a music festival, delight your taste buds with delicious snacks at a culinary festival or immerse yourself in film, art and theatre at a culture festival. This summer, you don't have to sit still.
Festival TREK
29 May to 1 June | City Park | Culinary
Around Ascension Day, the food festival TREK once again descends on Maastricht's Stadspark. Enjoy all kinds of street food; from sushi to Surinamese from veg to burgers. And from beer to cocktails and bubbles. Special acts by young theatre makers and intimate live performances by bands, DJs or a silent disco complete a visit to TREK.
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Food Truck Festival TREK
Food Truck Festival TREK
The beloved Stadspark will once again be transformed into one big atmospheric outdoor restaurant during this travelling and free festival. More info about Food Truck Festival TREK
29 May to 1 June
JekerJazz Art Live
Sunday 15 June | Various locations | Music and art
Atmospheric live music combined with art, that's JekerJazz Art Live. Enjoy and swing to the music of various bands and artists performing at surprising locations in the Jeker Quarter. Be inspired by the creativity of talented artists at the lively art market. JekerJazz Art Live makes for an atmospheric summer day.
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JekerJazz Art Live
JekerJazz Art Live
Various artists will display their works of art throughout the Jeker Quarter. More info on JekerJazz Art Live
Sunday 15 June
Route du Soleil
Date follows | Wyck | Music, food, market
Discover the versatility of Wyck during the bustling Route du Soleil. Stroll through the atmospheric streets, find sunny items at Wyck retailers, both in boutiques and stalls. Finish on the terrace with live music and enjoy a delicious snack. Many catering establishments serve special tastings or cocktails. Let summer begin!
André Rieu on the Vrijthof Square
3 to 20 July | Vrijthof | Music
Be enchanted by beautiful melodies, from classical to compelling waltzes, from various operas, operettas and musicals. André Rieu and his Johann Strauss Orchestra will again provide unforgettable evenings full of comic and moving moments this summer. And of course, a good dose of romance!
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André Rieu on the Vrijthof Square
André Rieu on the Vrijthof Square
André Rieu traditionally lands with his Johann Strauss Orchestra on the Vrijthof square in his hometown of Maastricht in summer. More about André Rieu on the Vrijthof square
3 to 20 July
Complex Festival
26 and 27 July | Geusseltpark | Music
Dance into the wee hours to music that grabs you at Complex Festival! This festival takes music to the next level. Get carried away by the hypnotic beats, while marvelling at the surprising performances and spectacular visuals. A motley mix of creative minds converge on Saturday and Sunday. Prepare for a day full of adventure and unforgettable memories.
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Complex Festival 2025
Complex Festival 2025
Large-scale outdoor festival with several stages in the Geusseltpark, featuring many artists in the field of techno and house music. More info on Complex Festival 2025
26 and 27 July
Drinks Nuts
23 July to 17 August | Terras van d'n Hiemel | Music
Classical, country, jazz, Mediterranean or soul... Borrel Nuts has it all. For a month, you can enjoy this music event in the evenings from Wednesday to Sunday. Every night you will be spoiled with a different talented band or artist, who will take you on a journey through different musical genres. Lose yourself in the relaxed atmosphere, enjoy the enchanting melodies and the conviviality of like-minded music lovers in an intimate setting.
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Drinks Nuts '25
Drinks Nuts '25
Enjoy around 30 free concerts. From Jazz to Yiddish, Blues to Brass Band, Soul to Singer-songwriter & World to Latin. More info on Borrel Noten '25
16 July to 10 August
Lumière Open Air film festival
8 to 19 August | Lumière Cinema | Culture
Enjoying cinema under the stars on a summer evening... that sounds like a movie, doesn't it? During Lumière Open Air Cinema, a diverse selection of high-profile new and old films will be screened. Enrich your film experience with good company in a special setting.
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Lumière Open Air Film Festival
Lumière Open Air Film Festival
Enjoying a film under the glittering stars? You have to experience that! From Friday 9 to Tuesday 20 August, the fifth edition of the Lumière Open Air Film Festival will be held. Enjoy an exciting mix of recent film releases and timeless classics. More about Lumière Open Air Film Festival
8 to 19 August
't Preuvenemint
28 to 31 August | Vrijthof | Culinary
Dive into a true culinary feast during the largest open-air culinary festival in the Benelux: 't Preuvenemint. This year marks the 41st edition on the Vrijthof Square. Indulge your taste buds with connoisseur dishes and fine drinks presented by local restaurants and caterers. Enjoy the cosy atmosphere, live music and vibrant gathering on the Vrijthof. 't Preuvenemint offers an unforgettable culinary experience where gastronomy meets a vibrant atmosphere.
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't Preuvenemint
't Preuvenemint
Gastronomic delights during the 41st edition of 'The Grande Dame of culinary festivals' in the Netherlands. More info on 't Preuvenemint
28 to 31 August
Festival 043
6 to 8 September | Muziekgieterij |.
After the last edition of Bruis festival in 2024, an entirely new music event is coming in September: Festival 043. Three bands on one evening, with a versatile music offering, combining world music and world market with pop music. Like the original concept of Bruis, this festival is free.
Musica Sacra
20 to 21 September | Various locations | Arts and culture
Last in our list is definitely not the least: Musica Sacra. The cultural festival of the year that combines unique musical performances, dance performances and other art forms. The festival invites visitors to experience the deep emotions and special power of music and art. This year's festival theme is 'Out of free will'.
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Festival Musica Sacra
Festival Musica Sacra
The festival of music, dance, theatre, performance, film and visual arts. More info on Festival Musica Sacra
20 and 21 September
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More events
To the agendaPlenty to see, plenty to do, plenty to experience. If you are curious what other activities and events there are to discover? Then take a look at our Agenda.
