
What we’re about
We are the broadest community for expats - and Dutchies too - in the Haarlem area.
We have lots of fun events so we can meet each other, make new friends, have a good laugh and enhance our experience in our marvellous city and its surroundings. We also organise events in Amsterdam and in Haarlemmermeer.
In addition to this Meetup Group and events we have a Facebook group where we also get in touch, discuss and share information and experiences. Visit also our Parents & Kids, Haarlemmermeer and Housing Facebook group or our Instagram page.
On top of that we have a website with news, lifestyle articles, practical information and member deals. Curious? Visit us!
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Looking forward to meeting you!
The expatsHaarlem Team
Upcoming events
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Haarlem Kids & Family Magic Show 🎩✨
Hello I'm local, Spaarnwouderstraat 74, Haarlem, NLStep into the enchanting world of The Haarlem Magic Show — Haarlem’s first and only English-spoken magic comedy show, now with a special kids-friendly Sunday afternoon edition!
Get ready for a fun-filled afternoon of laughter, amazement, and wonder as international magicians and illusionists take the stage to surprise and delight audiences of all ages.
Bring your kids, family, and friends for a magical experience where the outside world fades away and the impossible becomes real. It’s the perfect weekend outing for curious young minds and anyone who loves a bit of magic!
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DATES
Adults*: Sunday 30 /11/25 and Thursday 29/1/26 at 19 hours.
Families*: Sunday 14/12/25, Sunday 11/1/ 2026 at 15 hours.
*Both adults and children enjoy the family shows. All ages are welcome. However, children under 5 may not understand the magic and may lose interest quickly.
Doors open: half an hour before the show.
MAGICIANS
Read more about the magicians here.
VENUE
Hello I'm local, boutique hostel theatre, lounge and bar in the center of Haarlem.
TICKETS
Online ticket price Adults: €15; €18 at the door. From 6 PM only tickets at the door; Online ticket price Kids: €11; €14 at the door. From 2 PM only tickets at the door.
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IMPORTANT! The amount of attending people that you see on this website does not represent how busy the event will be. Since expatsHaarlem events are promoted on several platforms, the attendance is the result of the combination of the bookings coming from each platform.1 attendee
🎄Drinks & Dutch🎄Kerst🎄Taalcafé A1+
Double Dutch Haarlem, Schagchelstraat 15zw, Haarlem, NLSpeciale 🎄editie op dinsdag 16 december. Het is ons laatste taalcafé van 2025. Kom je ook gezellig?! Iedereen met level A1+welkom!
Dresscode: KERST
Doe je kersttrui aan of je glitter-outfit. We hebben (gratis) zelfgemaakte glühwein.
Voor wie:
Iedereen met A1+
Locatie:
In ons gezellig lokaal in het centrum van Haarlem. We sturen alle deelnemers een routebeschrijving voor het evenement.
Aantal plaatsen:
Maximaal 30 personen
Docent:
Marleen Blomsma
Kosten:
€10 per persoon. Gluhwijn (koffie, thee) & gezelligheid + als je dat wilt: hulp bij conversatie, leuke spelletjes en oefeningen. Let op: je kan niet pinnen!
TIP: 👉 BYO 🍻🍷🍸 🥨 🧀 (bring your own): Je mag ook je eigen drankjes en snacks meenemen, vinden we leuk & gezellig! 🍷 🍻 🥨 🧀
Reserveren tickets: alleen online via deze website (niet aan de deur). Registraten krijgen een ticket en de routebeschrijving per e-mail toegestuurd.
TICKET👉HIER!
⚠️ TICKET REQUIRED ⚠️ A Meetup sign up is NOT sufficient.
Tickets are only online = NOT sold at the door.
We kijken ernaar uit om samen met jou een Kerstdrankje te drinken!
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IMPORTANT! The amount of attending people that you see on this website does not represent how busy the event will be. Since expatsHaarlem events are promoted on several platforms, the attendance is the result of the combination of the bookings coming from each platform.
This event is a collaboration between Dutch Language school Double Dutch Haarlem and expatsHaarlem.
Double Dutch Haarlem: kleine groepen en veel persoonlijke aandacht; online & offline ; erkende school;100% gecertificeerde & gepassioneerde docenten
expatsHaarlem: ExpatsHaarlem is the broadest international community & media platform in the Haarlem area and is about easing and enriching the life of internationals.
We provide news, information and articles and organize events for expats – and Dutchies too-. We arrange special offers and discounts for our readers. We offer a Housing Service and have a Partnership Program with professionals for services in fields such as Dutch Language, Parenting, Legal and Financial Services, Going out and Wellness.
ExpatsHaarlem also organises seminars, workshops, comedies and meetups to inform, connect and support the local expat community.7 attendees
Haarlem Rooftop Comedy | Special Edition 🤩
DeDAKKAS, De Witstraat 1A, Haarlem, NH, NLGreat comedy show in English at DeDAKKAS. SPECIAL EDITION FEATURING TOP INTERNATIONAL STAND UP COMEDIANS Greg Shapiro and Nira Tal!
Join Us for a Night of Unforgettable Laughter! 🎭.
The Haarlem Comedy Factory & DeDAKKAS proudly present a SPECIAL EDITION of our beloved Rooftop Comedy in English at our cozy, sustainable “little theatre” on the roof! 🌟
Prepare yourself for a comedy night like no other, featuring two incredible international talents who know how to keep the laughter rolling:
🎤 Greg Shapiro
Greg Shapiro is best-known as the voice of the 'Netherlands Second' video.
He has hosted 'Comedy Central News' on ComedyCentralNL, and he has appeared on BNN-VARA, VPRO & ZDF. Meanwhile, he has written and performed 6 solo shows including Leaving Trumpland and How to Be Orange.
As author, Greg has written books such as How to Be Dutch: the Quiz and his latest The American Netherlander: 25 Years of Expat Tales.
🤣 Nira Tal
Nira is known for her understated delivery and wry takes on life. She’s an Israeli-born, 40-something mother and wife. In 2018, she turned to comedy as part of her midlife crisis and discovered that mediocrity is also an art form.
> “…her way of viewing the world is simultaneously relatable and hilariously baffling… Her material will be stuck in your head long after the evening's over.”
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Don’t miss your chance to laugh the night away with Adam Fields, Greg Shapiro, and the beautiful rooftop vibes of Haarlem! 😄
TICKETS
VENUE
DeDAKKAS is a green catering pavilion on top of the De Kamp parking garage in the center of Haarlem.
On the roof, above all, you can enjoy the fantastic view of Haarlem's city center. From the pavilion and from the terrace you can see the monumental city center of Haarlem straight in front of you, with the dunes on the left, the domed prison on the right and right in front of you the Great St. Bavo Church, which towers over the roofs over the length of the nave.
TICKETS
Online tickets: €16. Tickets at the door: €18,50. 🎟 >> TICKETS
IMPORTANT! The amount of attending people that you see on this website does not represent how busy the event will be. Since expatsHaarlem events are promoted on several platforms, the attendance is the result of the combination of the bookings coming from each platform.3 attendees
Haarlem Comedy Factory | Xmas Comedy 🎤🎄🎅
Hello I'm local, Spaarnwouderstraat 74, Haarlem, NLJoin us in Haarlem for the ultimate festive celebration: The Stand-Up Comedy Show for the Holiday Season! 🎄
Come together with the community to toast to the joy of the season and enjoy an evening packed with laughter, holiday spirit, and good vibes. We've gathered some of the top comedians from the international comedy scene in the Netherlands, all coming to Haarlem to deliver the most hilarious Xmas entertainment.
✨ Don’t miss out on the merriest comedy event of the year – because nothing says Christmas like a belly full of laughs! ✨
🎟️ Book your tickets ➝ TICKETS
⚠️ TICKET REQUIRED ⚠️
But before doing it, do not forget to RSVP here on meetup!
COMEDIANS
Read more about the comedians HERE
PROGRAM
Doors open at 7:30pm. Show at 8pm. There will be a 15 min intermission.
TICKETS
Online ticket price: €13 (€ 14,51 including Eventbrite transaction costs); €16 at the door.
TICKET👉HERE!
IMPORTANT! The amount of attending people that you see on this website does not represent how busy the event will be. Since our events are promoted on several platforms, the attendance is the result of the combination of the bookings coming from each platform.3 attendees
Past events
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