See the entire cultural program of April

Workshop Fusion 360 for Beginners at Nieuwe Veste

Performance The Spectacle at Bloos

Kickstart in MEZZ

Theatre performance Tenne #2

Cabaret performance SLOEGIE! by Jawad es Soufi at Chassé Theater

Open Jam Session at Poppodium Phoenix

Dancesession Match My Skill at Pier15

Kingsday Rave - Oranje Zoet 2025

Treasure hunts in de Grote Kerk

Art Exhibition Anselm Kiefer – Van Gogh Journey

Highlights of this month

See the entire cultural program of May

Meet-Up 'Poetic Dreams' at Community centre Princenhof

Liberation Festival Breda

Performance 'Roodkapje in Amazonia' at Chassé Theater

Workshop Digicafé: AI in Nieuwe Veste

Album Release 'Jean Jacques: Langzaam maar zeker' in Chassé Theater

Marche Hoezee at Pier15

Meet-up KOP Café 'Art & Sustainability' in Breda

Breda Jazz Festival

Prince Willem's Treasure Hunt

See the entire cultural program of June

Performance 'Raketje' at Chassé Theater

Open Door at Clublokaal

NYVE in MEZZ

Nassaudag

Performance: 'Misschien komen we (n)ergens' at Podium Bloos

Nieuwe Vestival at Nieuwe Veste

Keti Koti Conference at Chassé

Bühne Jazz Session

Spanjaardsgat Festival 2025

Brabants Internationaal kinderfestival - BRIK

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From festival vibes to silent art experiences: culturally Breda is surprisingly versatile. There is truly everything to discover and do here. For experienced culture explorers and newcomers to the art scene. For young and old. Whether you enjoy a solo outing or going out with all your friends. So, what are you in the mood for? Join a cultural discovery tour in Breda, we will show you the way!See what’s on in the city in the coming months. Art, dance, film, music, history, theatre... big or small, but all impressive: there’s definitely something for you. And also try something new!&nbsp;

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The music of the Breda artist Jean Jacques (Sebas, for those who know him better) is difficult to categorize into a single genre. Yes, it is hip-hop, but it also contains elements of soul, jazz, and pop. Without vocal exaggeration or grand gestures, as authentic and precise as possible. His lyrics reflect on the hustle and bustle of life. And on his personal journey towards a more mindful, slower existence. Without it becoming gloomy. We spoke with him. About big dreams, ‘everything by feel’, and what happens when you decide to go right, where the others go left.

In conversation with Bredaas talent Jean Jacques

Placemaker Tim van den Burg has a good touch with vacant Breda. On and around the Veilingkade, he has transformed many grim locations into creative incubators. Among others, Belcrum Beach, Stek, and the former Brack are his creations. Tim's most recent achievement: Park 't Zoet, on the former CSM site.

Park 't Zoet is a stage for the city

On 29 March, Podium Bloos and Poppodium Phoenix are the domain of young creators from North Brabant aged between 13 and 19. In 8 categories, they do ‘their creative thing’, in the hope of a @Kunstbende finals place. And yes, it’s worth it: names like Snelle, Martin Garrix, Stefano Keizers, and Abdelkader Benali come from the Kunstbende ‘nursery’. However, great success is not always the goal.

Kunstbende: platform for young talent

Anouk Van den Berg (De Gisting, Bureau Pees) works as a director, theatre maker and theatre educator. She prefers to create site-specific theatre about the significance of special, often historic, places for the city. Together with people for whom that place is of great importance or has been. “In doing so, I deliberately choose locations and people who are outside my ‘bubble’. The new, different and unknown: that fascinates me.”

Theatre maker Anouk van den Berg

Pier15 is celebrating its 10th anniversary! It started with a skate park and has now evolved into a place full of energy, creativity, and unforgettable experiences!

10 years of Pier15

In her theatre workshop in Breda, Tiuri has been training people with (cognitive) disabilities to become performing artists for over 20 years. Tiuri's performances are often moving and relatable. Or, as Tiuri puts it: "The performers awaken something that seems to have fallen asleep during adulthood." Tiuri's Wiebeke (@wiebeke_) and Younes (@younes_hider) share their experiences about Tiuri. About talent, self-confidence, and love.

The talent of Tiuri

Anyone visiting the city centre these weeks cannot ignore it: we have something to celebrate here in Breda. On 29 October, it will be 80 years since the city was liberated by the 1st Polish Armoured Division, under the command of General Stanislaw Maczek. And we are taking plenty of time to commemorate this during this period, including at the football stadium. Maczek Memorial's Wendy Dujardin talks about the celebrations and the special, long-standing bond between NAC and the Polish liberators.

Maczek Memorial & NAC Breda X 80 years of liberation

BredaPhoto Festival 2024 will transform the city of Breda into a huge stage for photography and video art from 13 September. For over seven weeks, international top photographers and young talents will showcase their vision on the theme of Journeys. The 19-year-old student from Breda, Joost Rutten, was selected to exhibit his work as part of the International Talent Programme.

BredaPhoto talent: Joost Rutten

Blind Walls Gallery is the street museum in Breda. There are now over 150 Blind Walls to see in Breda. Have you spotted the very latest murals yet? Here you can find the new additions from recent times.

The latest Blind Walls in Breda

Theatre is not only a source of entertainment, but also plays an important role in society. Theatre makers use their art to highlight important social issues, create connections, and thereby strengthen the community. Read here which theatre makers are active in Breda.

Breda theatre makers

This city is full of talent, ideas and energy. This results in a cultural offering that will impress you and produces the most beautiful stories. We are happy to share them with you.

Cultural stories from the city

Chassé Theatre

Bloos

Tour of Chassé

Theater de Stilte

After a successful pilot in the autumn of 2023, a second episode is scheduled for the spring of 2025. TENNE #2 will be the graduation production of Maya de Weerdt, who also directed the first performance.

Experience a cosy afternoon full of humour during Bakkie Humor!

Bakkie Humor Breda

Welcome to the enchanting and sparkling Drag Me 2 The Dinnershow, where glamour, humour, and entertainment come together in a dazzling dinnershow!

Drag Me 2 The Dinnershow in de Avenue

In Dit zijn de echte, Thom takes you on a humorous, musical, and rap-filled journey in search of the secret to happiness – and maybe you'll discover it too! After the show, there is a meet & greet with the comedian.

Dit zijn de echte - Comedian Thom Gerrits

Visit Breda for the new family musical Beauty and the Beast! Enjoy puppetry and music.

Beauty and the Beast at Chassé Theatre

Enjoy grand and immersive experiences or small things that are big. We are happy to inspire you:

Theatre

Did you know that the origin of our Royal House lies in Breda? This route takes you on a discovery of the places that remind you of Breda's royal roots and connects surprising new places with history. We embrace old and new pride and look at our Nassau past with today’s eyes. Also check out royalroots.nl for more in-depth information about Breda’s Royal Roots.

Historical Route through Breda - Explore Royal Breda

Discover the city centre of Breda with a guide from Gilde de Baronie. The guide will show you both historical and modern highlights.

Gilde de Baronie: City Walk Through Breda

Experience the rich history of Breda with a city storyteller from Stadsavonturen. During the tour, discover the tales of Breda and get to know heroes, villains, and other historical figures from long ago. Every second Sunday of the month, you can join a city walk from Storytrail.

StoryTrail Theatre Walk Breda

Climb the 97-metre high tower of the Grote Kerk Breda under the guidance of a guide from Gilde de Baronie. At a height of 60 metres, you have a beautiful view over the historic city centre and the wider surroundings of Breda. For safety reasons, the minimum age is 12 years. PLEASE NOTE: check the website of De Grote Kerk for the most accurate dates for climbing the church tower.

Gilde de Baronie: Tower Climbs Great Church

Grote Kerk Breda

Discover the stories of the Grote Kerk of Breda! Free entry and interactive tours bring the past to life. Let yourself be surprised by history!

Interactive Tours in the Grote Kerk

Are you a true culture lover or do you want to know everything about the past and present of Breda? Then this page is for you! Breda has museums for all ages. Whether you prefer a quiet afternoon immersing yourself in culture or engaging interactively, check out our wide range of museums.

Visiting a museum in Breda

Maczek Memorial Breda

Begijnhof

Discover the rich history of Breda, still 'just like then' or rather in a brand new outfit:

Heritage

Visit the POB Parade in Breda on Easter Sunday, 20 April! Enjoy various music genres and discover local talent in the city centre.

POB Parade

A monthly Jazz concert featuring a quintet led by Michael Varekamp and Harry Kanters on Sunday mornings in the Avenue, with each edition having a different theme and different guests.

Jazz at The Avenue

Experience the vibrant festival Ik Zie U Graag in Breda on 16 and 17 May featuring emerging Belgian music. Enjoy various acts at MEZZ!

Ik Zie U Graag Festival 2025

Café Lievense and De Boys from Live Request (known from the T-Huis) have joined forces to host an amazing jam session every Wednesday.

Lievense Jam: The Boys of Live Request

Every last Sunday of the month, there is live jazz at Bühne!

Bühne Jamsessie(s)

Enjoy a jazz concert by High Five Plus in Breda, featuring surprising numbers in the New Orleans tradition.

Jazz concert Jazzin'Around by High Five Plus at Boerke Verschuren

Born and raised in Breda, Jean Jacques has worked passionately and dedicatedly on his sound over the past few years: a unique blend of Dutch-language soul, jazz, and pop-infused hip hop that is increasingly winning hearts. Following his successful participation in the Popronde in 2024, he is now on the brink of a new chapter in his career, with the release of his debut album "Langzaam Maar Zeker".

On 24 April, Sjoerd proudly presents his album Eight with his quartet OAK at the Chassé Theatre — in his own Breda.

Sjoerd van Eijck's OAK in Chassé Theater

At Phoenix, the ultimate jam sessions take place on Sundays, where the vibrant music scene of Breda and its surroundings comes together. Live music enthusiasts also fully enjoy the atmosphere and are more than welcome!

Enjoying a jam session or closing your eyes to appreciate a classical concert. Let the music play:

Music

On Sunday 15th June, it's time for the Nieuwe Vestival! A thrilling day where students and participants showcase their creativity around the theme Elements, and you can sample our courses and lessons. Discover everything that’s happening at Nieuwe Veste!

Exhibitions of famous photographers and works by emerging talent. Prepare to be amazed:

Photo

What better way to start Sunday than with a hearty breakfast and a good film? During Film & Breakfast, you can enjoy a delicious breakfast at 9:30 AM and then watch a lovely (pre)premiere at Chassé Cinema.

Film & breakfast at Chassé Cinema

Filmhuis Breda

On Friday morning, 18 April, the Filmhuis will show the Oscar-winning film Emilia Pérez starring Zoë Saldaña. Afterwards, enjoy a delicious lunch in the film café.

Filmhuis: Ladies' Lunch + Film

Experience a unique sneak preview of the architectural film "Architecton" on 30 April at Filmhuis Breda.

BLASt architecture movie night: Architecton

Movie enthusiasts in Breda, it is your lucky day. It rains! Thanks to the wide range of cinemas and arthouse cinemas, there is something for everyone. Enjoy films in large to small rooms and finish off with a cup of coffee, a drink or a tasty dinner. Discover the places where you can go. Now all you need to do is score a bucket of popcorn!

Cinemas in Breda

Film and video art, to watch or to get involved with yourself. How about:

Film

Within the world of music and theatre, dance holds a unique place. Dance is also a way to tell stories, make connections, and draw attention to societal challenges. There are several dance companies active in (or from) Breda. We would like to introduce them to you.

Dance companies in Breda

This year, Collab Studios and BRICKS Hip Hop are joining forces for a unique competition where dancers and Hip Hop artists come together to share the stage vibes.

Enjoying dance in the theatre, or would you rather hit the dance floor yourself? You can find out here:

For once, the walls of Blind Walls Gallery move from outside to inside. With STREET ART MUSEUM, the street museum and the museum on Boschstraat join forces. Starting from remarkable stories from Boschstraat, 13 street artists bring colour to the museum walls.

STRAAT KUNST MUSEUM in Stedelijk Museum Breda

Breda is bursting with creativity, and there are various places where you can admire this art. Additionally, there are several art collectives active in Breda that showcase their work in different locations throughout the city. Below you will read where you can go for exhibitions and displays.

Art galleries in Breda

Several organizations in Breda are committed to introducing people to art and culture or helping emerging artists find their way. Read more about Breda's artist collectives and other art initiatives.

Breda art initiatives

Blind Walls Gallery is working on an expanding collection of murals. Artworks on blank walls, created by (inter)national artists, designers and illustrators depict the stories of the city. Together, they form a painted history of Breda, telling about the present and looking ahead to the future.

In the summer of 2021, the 100th mural was unveiled at Planciusplein. On this cycling map, you will find a beautiful selection of the murals in the most charming corners of the city. After this cycling route along so many beautiful places, you will understand why the people of Breda are so attached to their town.

This route will take you along some cool hotspots and along the way, you will encounter many remarkable Blind Walls! Download the PDF to see which murals you can spot.

And if you want to see more; you can find all the murals with an interactive map at www.blindwalls.gallery. Get on your bike and explore!

This cycling map is offered to you by 076fietst and Blind Walls Gallery.

Blind Walls Gallery cycling route

Discover the colour and creativity in the exhibition Space Mission in Breda. Enjoy contemporary art that stimulates your imagination!

Exhibition Space Mission

This exhibition shows how 18-year-old Anselm Kiefer travelled with a scholarship from the zis-Stiftung and followed in the footsteps of Vincent van Gogh to Zundert. This journey marked the beginning of his career and had a lasting influence on his later work.

Do you love or ever write poetry yourself? Are you inspired by beautiful sayings and do you enjoy listening to what others have to say? Then Poetical Dreams is for you!

Discover Breda stories with a surprising combitour from the Stedelijk Museum and breathtaking murals.

Combitour STREET ART MUSEUM & Blind Walls

Visit the unique Kokedama exhibition 'Still Life' in May at SUDS in Breda.

The Green Submarine surfaces ... STILLEVEN EXPO at SUDS

Come to Het Gele Huis in Breda and discover Ben Verschuren's book 'Dichter in beeld' during the exhibition. Lectures every Sunday in April.

Exhibition: Dichter in beeld 25 years of poetry

In Breda, art is never far away! In the museum, but also just on the street. This is where you should go:

Begin this exciting treasure hunt through the streets of Breda now. A perfect activity for the entire family.

You are in Breda with the kids and are in the mood for something fun to do. Fortunately, there is plenty of choice. With its historic centre, friendly atmosphere, and numerous children's activities, Breda is a real adventure for kids. We have selected the best family-friendly activities in Breda for the whole family, on sunny as well as rainy days.

The best outings for the whole family in Breda

POPulism is a family performance for ages 8 and up, performed by Het Filiaal and can be seen at the Chassé Theatre.

POPulism in Chassé Theater

In the youth performances of Duda Paiva Company, the world that children know from cartoons and games comes to life. Roodkapje in Amazonia is an immersive, imaginative experience for everyone aged 6 and older, featuring enchanting visuals and Brazilian folklore.

Miniatures and Doll’s House museum

Thanks to the Familiespoor, you will learn all about the meaningful history of Breda in a playful way – a treasure hunt through the exhibition The Nassaus of Breda.

Treasure hunt 'Family Trail' at Stedelijk Museum Breda

De Uitvindfabriek

Nieuwe Veste

De Kinderboekentuin

Enjoy a nice day out with the whole family. Here's a list of a few ideas for you: &nbsp;

With children

Stay up-to-date with the latest developments and culture in Breda

Highlights of this month

April

Workshop Fusion 360 for Beginners at Nieuwe Veste

Performance The Spectacle at Bloos

Kickstart in MEZZ

Theatre performance Tenne #2

Cabaret performance SLOEGIE! by Jawad es Soufi at Chassé Theater

Open Jam Session at Poppodium Phoenix

Dancesession Match My Skill at Pier15

Kingsday Rave - Oranje Zoet 2025

Treasure hunts in de Grote Kerk

Art Exhibition Anselm Kiefer – Van Gogh Journey

Highlights of this month

May

Meet-Up 'Poetic Dreams' at Community centre Princenhof

Liberation Festival Breda

Performance 'Roodkapje in Amazonia' at Chassé Theater

Workshop Digicafé: AI in Nieuwe Veste

Album Release 'Jean Jacques: Langzaam maar zeker' in Chassé Theater

Marche Hoezee at Pier15

Meet-up KOP Café 'Art & Sustainability' in Breda

Breda Jazz Festival

Prince Willem's Treasure Hunt

Highlights of this month

June

Performance 'Raketje' at Chassé Theater

Open Door at Clublokaal

NYVE in MEZZ

Nassaudag

Performance: 'Misschien komen we (n)ergens' at Podium Bloos

Nieuwe Vestival at Nieuwe Veste

Keti Koti Conference at Chassé

Bühne Jazz Session

Spanjaardsgat Festival 2025

Brabants Internationaal kinderfestival - BRIK

Will you join?

Cultural stories from the city

In conversation with Bredaas talent Jean Jacques

Park 't Zoet is a stage for the city

Kunstbende: platform for young talent

Theatre maker Anouk van den Berg

10 years of Pier15

The talent of Tiuri

Maczek Memorial & NAC Breda X 80 years of liberation

BredaPhoto talent: Joost Rutten

The latest Blind Walls in Breda

Breda theatre makers

Theatre

Chassé Theatre

Bloos

Tour of Chassé

Theater de Stilte

Theatre performance Tenne #2

Bakkie Humor Breda

Drag Me 2 The Dinnershow in de Avenue

Dit zijn de echte - Comedian Thom Gerrits

Beauty and the Beast at Chassé Theatre

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