Culture

The international spirit of the Brainport region was on full display this week as a group of carnival novices joined the festivities in full...

The welcoming spirit of the Brabant carnival was evident this afternoon when Eindhovenaaren shared their traditions with international visitors. A group of Dutch carnival...

The Brainport region demonstrated its international character this week as residents from across the globe gathered to celebrate the traditional carnival. A diverse group...

Eindhoven transforms into "Lampegat" from 13 to 17 February 2026 for its annual Carnival celebrations. With major party tents at De Markt and Wilhelminaplein, and the grand parade on Saturday, the city offers a mix of modern energy and deep-rooted Brabant traditions.

Nineteen creative projects were pitched in Eindhoven to help foster a more inclusive community. Three winners were awarded 5,000 euros each to develop ideas ranging from specialised maker spaces for the visually impaired to local storytelling podcasts.

The Gandhi Centre presented a stunning evening of Indian dance featuring the acclaimed Lokchhanda Cultural Unit. The performance at Muziekgebouw Eindhoven combined classical and martial traditions to explore themes of spiritual love for a captivated audience.

Political parties in Eindhoven are pushing for more public toilets after women faced 30-minute waits during last year's carnival. The proposal includes free facilities, accessible options for disabled visitors, and gender-neutral toilets for major city events. As the festival kicks off next Friday, councillors hope to avoid the long queues seen in previous years.