Next year, and in the years to come, a lot is set to happen in the beautiful city of Delft. With a variety of events, festivals, cultural activities, and unique theme years, it promises to be a lively and unforgettable time. Discover what Delft has to offer and let yourself be inspired by the rich culture and vibrant atmosphere!

Vermeer 350 years

In 2025, it will be exactly 350 years since the famous painter Johannes Vermeer passed away in his birthplace of Delft. In honor of Johannes Vermeer, the city of Delft will organize a range of activities in 2025 to celebrate his legacy.

Tour idee: Ontmoet Johannes Vermeer
Graf van Johannes Vermeer in de Oude Kerk Gezicht op huizen in Delft, bekend als ‘Het straatje’, Johannes Vermeer, ca. 1658 Rijksmuseum Amsterdam Een stelletje duikt in de geschiedenis van Johannes Vermeer in het Vermeer Centrum

The Delft Festival Summer 2025

The Delft Festival Summer is an exciting time in the city filled with various festivals and events. Think of the Delft Fringe Festival, the Delft Chamber Music Festival, and the Jazz Festival. It is a time full of fun, diversity, and entertainment from June to September. 

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Muzikanten in een boot op de grachten van Delft tijdens het Knapsack festival

Delft Verlicht 2025

Delft Verlicht is a heartwarming time filled with events and various winter activities set against the beautifully illuminated backdrop of Delft’s city center and its other neighborhoods. It’s a season brimming with coziness, diversity, and entertainment.

Delft Verlicht begins on December 9, 2025, with the 28th Lichtjesavond Delft, marking the traditional start of the Christmas season in the region.

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Lichtjesavond 2023 in het Centrum van Delft met vuurwerk dat de lucht in gaat Kerstman bij een kerstboom op het Marktplein in het centrum van Delft