Groups & clubs in the Netherlands

Fun acting courses for everyone who wants to learn how to Act, Express & InterAct!

A photography society for internationals and locals in Amsterdam with regular meetings, courses, workshops, exhibitions and photo excursions.

A community aiming at securing a safe place for receiving writing feedback as well as cultivating writing skill and enhancing power of expression.

The AATG is an English-language amateur theatre group based in The Hague, with members from all over South Holland.

Canticum Anglicum, conducted by Marga Schoutens, is a mixed choir in Amsterdam. There are around 25 singers with an average age of about 35 years. For more than fifteen years they have been singing English choir music. 

A chamber choir composed of experienced singers that gives three to four concerts each year.

Cecilia International Choir is one of the established, English-speaking, mixed-voice choirs in the area of South Holland.

The Hague has its very own top comedy club: ComedyCity. Located in the city centre in the basement of restaurant Bleyenberg right opposite the Grote Markt in The Hague, at ComedyCity you will see the best comedians who will give their view on everyday life, be it in short anecdotes or one-liners. Most important; they will make you laugh!

The Arts Society The Hague is a non-profit cultural society, run by volunteers, that aims to bring people together through a shared curiosity for the arts. Their events provide welcoming places to hear expert lecturers share their specialist knowledge about the arts.

IMAGES is an English speaking photography club based in The Hague. Its members share skills, ideas and critique in order to inspire and improve their photographic skills, covering a wide range of experience and formats, from beginner to experienced, film to digital and colour to black & white.

Luscinia (The International Women's Choir of The Hague) is an open and friendly women’s choir made up of women who share a love of singing. They rehearse every Monday evening. 

The Maids of the Mill is a group of creative, inventive and enthusiastic women and girls who together form the only women's Morris dancing team on the European continent. They practise every two weeks on a Friday in Utrecht. New dancers and musicians are always welcome. 

An art club for babies and toddlers in Amsterdam: play, explore, feel, create!

SENSE is a professional association for language workers who have a connection with the Netherlands and who work in the English language. SENSE organises professional development events such as webinars, workshops and get-togethers.

The St. Andrew's Society of the Netherlands is a friendly group of people who like Scotland, especially Scottish Country Dancing. They hold dancing classes most Friday nights, and also arrange activities throughout the year. 

A Scottish folk dance group in Eindhoven.

AmCham is a non-profit, non-governmental, non-political, voluntary organisation of companies and individuals who invest in and trade between USA and the Netherlands. Join their community of over 350 companies from various sectors in the Netherlands and gain access to an advocacy forum, exclusive events, and a cross-company young professionals program.

The Amsterdam American Business Club is a non-profit organization founded on the principle of networking. They strive to improve business contacts between Dutch and American companies, as well as business professionals located in the greater Amsterdam area. 

The Australian Business in Europe – Netherlands (ABIE-NL) network brings together Australians and Dutch individuals and businesses through connections and networking events. With events running throughout the year, alongside quarterly dinners, ABIE provides a relaxed and stimulating forum for making connections and sharing experiences, while also strengthening links to Australia.

Junior Chamber International (JCI) is a worldwide organisation for young people who want to develop themselves personally and professionally, and contribute to a better world. JCI Amsterdam International is the only English-speaking chapter of the Netherlands, with members from all over the world.

The NBCC is the leading organisation for British-Dutch businesses. It provides information on business (basic lagislation, taxes, clients, distributors etc.) in the Netherlands and the United Kingdom.

The Women’s Business Initiative International (WBII) is a community of business women, freelancers and solopreneurs sharing knowledge and experience. Through active collaboration, members create a professional platform for promotion and a dynamic network for the exchange of knowledge.

Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope in order to help themselves and others to recover from alcoholism.

Aglow International is an organisation of Christian women that reaches 175 nations.

Conservatives Abroad is a forum for like-minded people to socialise, and offers a platform for political discussion on matters of mutual interest.

Information, events and services for the Northern Netherlands.

Crossroads is an international, English speaking church located in the Hague. A diverse, contemporary, passionate and Christ-centered community.

Democrats Abroad Netherlands is the official arm of the US Democratic Party for Americans living in Holland. They're an all-volunteer organization bringing US voters together to stay informed and cast their ballots.

COC Rotterdam represents the interests of lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer and intersex (LGBTIQ+) people in its working area. They strive for a diverse and inclusive society that works on equality and emancipation. 

International Church of Leiden is a Christian international community, made up of people of all ages from many different nations. 

The John Adams Institute provides an independent podium for American culture in the Netherlands. For three decades, they have brought the best and the brightest of American thinking from the fields of literature, politics, history, and technology. 

A fellowship for men and women who want to stop using narcotics. They use the same principles as Alcoholics Anonymous.

The Anglo-Netherlands Society was founded in June 1920 as the Anglo-Batavian Society and adopted its present name in 1944, it is sometimes referred to as the Anglo-Dutch Club, or the Anglo-Dutch Society. It aims to promote the social, artistic, literary, educational, scientific and other interests that the Dutch and the British have in common.

NUUF is an English-speaking, liberal religious community.

A Bible-believing international church based in Rotterdam, The Netherlands, that welcome people from all nations living in and around the city.

Nonpartisan voter registration, ballot request and help desk services for U.S. overseas citizens and uniformed services members and families.

A bilingual chapter of the Red Hat Society, a purely social non-profit women’s group. The
primary goal of the Red Hat Society is to connect women over the age of 50 through cultural and/or sporty-healthy activities, which will lift their quality of life to a higher platform. 

Republicans Overseas provides two-way infrastructure to keep Republicans overseas politically well-informed while also providing a mechanism to direct the policy concerns of overseas Americans back to political leaders and Presidential candidates.

While supporting projects in the local community, RCTHM's membership composition places a special emphasis on the support of international projects.

The Parish of the Blessed Trinity is an International English-speaking Roman Catholic Community. The church has members of about 48 nationalities.

Toastmasters is a non-profit training and educational organisation with the objective to enhance its members’ communication, leadership, training and management skills.

Utrecht Netball Club trains once per week on a Wednesday. As well as training, they organise events, drinks, activities and trips on a regular basis.

ARC is the international and inclusive rugby club of greater Amsterdam, with almost 500 members, 20+ nationalities and a large group of LGBTIQ+ members.

Looking for a unique way to explore Amsterdam, meet new people, and have fun? Meet the Amsterdam chapter of the Hash House Harriers , a global “drinking club with a running problem” or perhaps a “running club with a drinking problem”, you choose.

Join the Netherlands' only inclusive rugby club! The Amsterdam Lowlanders provide a team where LGBTQ+ people and allies compete in rugby as a positive force for advancing diversity and inclusion in sport and society.

Amsterdam Netball Club encourages women and men (aged 18+) of all shapes sizes, nationalities, fitness levels and netball abilities to join in! They host free orientations once a month for newbies to get a taster of the club, and train and play up to twice a week.

Self-defence for expats of all ages.

BS Leiden is a basketball club based in Leiden. Members can choose to train alone, train and play competitive matches or play recreationally only. BS Leiden has multiple teams at all levels. 

Welcome to De Kieviten, the sports club in Wassenaar where passion for sports and a close-knit club community come together! Founded in 1926 as a hockey club, they have since grown into a versatile omni-sports club with hockey, tennis, golf and padel. Whether you play recreationally or go all out in the competition, at De Kieviten you will always find a sport that suits you.

The Gaelic Athletic Club in the city of The Hague. They play team sports such as Football, Hurling, Camogie and LGFA.

Free Dragonboating tryout sessions in the Amsterdam area.

Amsterdam Agents is an official independent sports club devoted to the marvellous sport of floorball.

Dive into the fun, friendly, and inclusive world of swimming! Whether you’re looking to improve your technique, connect with a vibrant community, or just stay active, they've got a lane for you.

Haarlem Cricket Club Rood en Wit was founded on 22 June 1881 and is one of the oldest and largest cricket clubs in the Netherlands with a rich history. 

Hermes-DVS is a club where young and old feel at home. Football, cricket, squash and rugby are played by young and old at both recreational and competitive levels. This results in a close-knit group of club members, valuable traditions, social cohesion and above all hospitality.

HDM is a hockey club in The Hague.

Bringing people together to support, motivate and inspire each other while training for various running events, such as marathons or half marathons.

What started in 2005 with a few boys throwing a ball around has now grown into a full-fledged association with a women's and men's team. Lacrosse is currently the fastest growing sport in the Netherlands. They train every Thursday and Friday.

The Hague's LGBTI+ swim team with different levels. Plons offers training sessions at various levels under guidance of professional trainers and coaches. Plons offers a variety of aquatic disciplines at a professional level ranging from the improvement of swimming technic to competitive swimming. At a social level, there is a range of activities members can engage in.

The Wasps is a rugby club in Nijmegen with a women's, men's and a youth team. They also do touch rugby and walking rugby. 

An expat social running club that meets weekly.

The Utrechtse Rugby Club (URC) was founded in 1967 as the 17th rugby club of the Netherlands, of the now approximately 100 clubs. They have various teams and offer introductory courses for beginners. 

Would you like to learn how to play cricket? You are most welcome at VCC!

Wilhelmus is a football club that is over 100 years old and largely runs on volunteers. They have a men's, women's and youth team.

Non-profit organisation supporting the expat community in the Netherlands.

The Alliance Française de La Haye specializes in teaching French as a foreign language. It also participates in organizing cultural events in The Hague and its surrounding areas. The association is non-profit.

The American Women's Club of The Hague (AWC) has been bringing together English-speaking women for over 95 years. They warmly welcome women of all nationalities to join their vibrant community, connect through social activities, and make a meaningful impact through philanthropic efforts in The Hague and beyond.

From 1965, the club organises cultural days with visits in museums and othert activities. French and Dutch explore together the very best of the country.

The Spanish Association of Professionals is an association whose objective is to promote networking/business among people and companies and organizations that work at professional level in the Netherlands and that have ties with the Spanish speaking world.

As its name suggests, the Hispanic Association of The Hague is a group of people interested in the Spanish language and the culture of all Spanish-speaking countries. It was founded in 1920 as 'Genootschap Nederland-Spanje' and in the 1950s was renamed the Hispanic Association of The Hague. The general purpose of the Hispanic Association of The Hague is to promote the language and culture of Spain and Latin America.

A social club connecting people in the Netherlands who share a link to or interest in Australia and / or New Zealand.

The British Club of The Hague is an international social community that welcomes anyone in the area who enjoys involvement in British life and culture. The Club meets on Fridays during the day, with activities throughout the year: discussions, talks, art and craft sessions, lunches, Mahjong and Bridge - and a tradition of fund-raising for a new charity each year. Members can borrow books in English from the well-stocked library. Coffee and tea are free, and home-made cakes add a delicious dimension to meetings.

The British Society organises events with a British flavour. A very social club, they're open to people of every nationality who are English speakers looking to meet new friends, play sports and socialise

The Club of Amsterdam is an independent, international, future-oriented think-tank involved in channelling preferred futures. They organize events, seminars and summits on relevant issues and publish findings and proceedings through various offline and online media channels. 

A club for German expats in the Netherlands. They meet every third Frida of the month for a regular get-together, and host readings and lectures.

Meet up with other English-speaking expats living in the Eindhoven area. Come along, make new friends and enjoy a few laughs. There is a meet up nearly every night of the week, in Eindhoven, either for a drink, to play board games, to enjoy comedy night, to play some music with music with stranger and learn languages, but always for a laugh. Everyone is welcome. Come along and get involved!

An internationally-minded community featuring great events for globally geared people. The ideal way to grow your social network.

A comprehensive portal focusing on India centric information.

English-speaking group that connects people who understand the unique situation of being a foreigner in this modern Dutch city.

IWC Breda offers a meeting place for English-speaking women from all over the world.

Also known as the Pickwick Club, the International Women's Club Rotterdam is a social meeting place for women of all ages and backgrounds with English as a common denominator. Their aim is to bring together British women, of all ages, living in the Netherlands, both expats as well as those who have made The Netherlands their permanent home. They have no religious or political affiliations and also welcome members of other nationalities.

The primary purpose of this club is to bring together women of all nationalities living in the area of South Limburg, promoting friendship, sharing mutual interests and extending support and information to newcomers.

The IWC Amsterdam serves to unite women from all over the world, helping members who come to Holland to settle in, enjoy their new environment and gain a better understanding of Dutch life and culture. The majority of women are expats following international employment, some married to Dutch and some Dutch women who have lived abroad and seek a community of like-minded friends.

The International Women's Contact Utrecht (IWCU) is an English-speaking social club for members, founded in 1992. They promote contact, community and friendship for more than 170 members who come from over 30 different countries. They are a member-run club and organise a wide range of activities and events across the Province of Utrecht.

The International Women’s Contact The Hague (IWC), founded in 1978, brings together expatriate women living in the Netherlands as well as Dutch women with an international perspective.

The Irish Club Netherlands (ICN) was founded in 1984 to provide a focal point for Irish people living in the Netherlands.

The Netherlands-India association is a friendship and cultural organisation related to these two countries.

The Oxford & Cambridge Society of the Netherlands is the official point of contact for alumni of both universities who reside in the Netherlands. They organize a variety of social and cultural events throughout the year, such as the annual black-tie dinner, annual BBQ or informal pub gatherings in various cities.

A small, friendly international group of women who meet regularly throughout the year for a variety of social, cultural and charitable functions. While most partners are employed in the petroleum, energy or related industries, associate members are very welcome.

Do you have international experience & enjoy cross-cultural encounters? Then the Rotary Club Utrecht International might be just right for you!

Portal for Latin Americans in Eindhoven.

The Hungry Mind is a volunteer-run community centre, café and activities centre, bringing together the local and international communities. They run activities for kids and adults, and guarantee a warm welcome to everyone. 

Polish Professional Women in the Netherlands is a platform uniting Polish female professionals and entrepreneurs living and working in the Netherlands.

A service club of professionals with an international background. They like to welcome individuals that are interested in forming friendships, building a strong network and making a difference in society, both locally and internationally, towards a better world.

Breda Internationals is a community that helps expats and internationals living in Breda connect and share information and experiences. At Breda Internationals, they're committed to supporting expats who are settling into a new life in the Netherlands.

Floorball is a fast, highly dynamic team sport and one of the most rapidly growing sports in Europe. HSK was founded and is still mostly carried on by expats and is the only floorball club in the Hague-Leiden region. 

Maastricht Netball is a newly thriving sport club, located in the South of Limburg within the Netherlands. Netball is a fast-paced and energetic game commonly played in the Commonwealth areas. Maastricht Netball would love to bring more mixed netball to the Netherlands! Join them!

DVS Badminton Club in Utrecht offers badminton for all ages and abilities. Among their members is a community of expats, so their communication is both in Dutch and English. They have special groups for children between 3-6 years old, 7-10 years old and 11+ years old, and groups for adults on all levels. The first two classes are free.

Cricket Club Bloemendaal is proud of its diverse and international membership profile, which creates a unique atmosphere at the club, with members from over twenty nationalities. "Social Cricket" at Bloemendaal is designed for adults that value the social, family-friendly aspect of the game. Social cricketers can also go on to play village cricket or team cricket. Many kinds of membership available ranging from, youth membership, social and village cricket membership to full senior playing members.

The Empowerment Foundation is a non-profit organisation strengthening the labour market by supporting job seekers and small/medium sized businesses.

21st Century Book Club is a group that meets in person, in Leiden, to read and discuss many different types of books. They strive for diversity in genre, time period and author (gender, ethnicity, cultural background).

TIC is a non-profit organisation which aims to help internationals feel more at home in the Netherlands by organising social and educational activities for internationals in Brabant.

Your Expat Social Club is an active Online Community for expats in The Netherlands. Connect with fellow expats, share experiences, find support, and join their weekly fun and unique come together events. Join the welcoming community today!

Want to play football without commitments? Join indoor and outdoor games. Book your first match now!

If you're an international woman living in the Eindhoven area, or you're a Dutch woman who has returned after living abroad, and you want to meet other women from around the world: The International Women's Club Eindhoven may be perfect for you!

Have you ever packed a bag and headed out into the world to see what would happen next? You are a Girl Gone International. GGI creates safe, free communities across the world for women and non binary people of all ages so you can find new friends and feel at home wherever you are, wherever you want to go.

WOW Family Center in Amsterdam brings together families for meaningful moments and learning experiences. It offers baby and toddler classes that boost creativity, a cosy cafe where families can meet likeminded people, holiday camps and afterschool clubs.

NFC is one of the oldest football clubs in the Netherlands. Today, with over 600 members and 38 teams, around 80% of their players are internationals of all ages, making them one of the most diverse and welcoming clubs in the country.

Biënto Baseball and Softball Club was founded in March 1993. They are a club that continues to grow and welcomes international members, a club where sportsmanship and camaraderie go hand in hand.