Bevrijdingsdag (Liberation Day) is 18 September and celebrates Eindhoven's liberation from German occupation in 1944. Events take place across the region, including a festival (13 Sept.), the Lichtjesroute, Corso Flower Parade Valkenswaard, and concerts. Plan your liberation activities here and here.  

Residents of Eindhoven, Tilburg, and Breda are cordially invited to the welcome events Homewards: The Welcome Evening in Eindhoven (12 Sept.); Tilburg International Club's Annual Welcome Event (13 Sept.); and Breda International's Welcome to Breda event (20 Sept.).

Over 5,000 monuments and 1,500 activities will be accessible during Open Monument Day (13-14 Sept.) in the Netherlands. Eindhoven monuments include the Van Abbemuseum, Evoluon, and the Stadhuis.

Go on a guided walking meditation with Green Café and HeyShe through Stratumse Heide on 7 Sept. or get moving with Veldhoven Sport & Culture Week (20-29 Sept.) where children can sign up for free sports activities.

Navigating Autism Together will hold its first meeting for parents with autistic children in Eindhoven (26 Sept.). The group connects parents with autistic children who want to know more about autism in the Netherlands. For more information, contact Ilonka at info@svazob.nl.

Explore September’s cultural events: The Moroccan Bladi Festival (6 Sept.); Park Theater's Open Day (7 Sept.); Corso Zundert (7-8 Sept.); Strijp-L Comedy Night (26 Sept.); and the magical world of clowns (28 Sept.-4 Jan.).

Audiences of all ages can get inspired by technology, art, and science with these innovative festivals: The 12th edition of Maker Days Eindhoven (27-28 Sept.) and the summer edition of the STREAM Festival (28 Sept.).

The International Women’s Club Eindhoven will kick of its new season with a meeting (18 Sept.) where you can meet representatives from their special interest groups, including baking, walking, reading, and more! Get more information.

Meet like-minded professionals during the Heritage Language Network’s 7th Annual Networking Night (25 Sept.) and Expat Spouses Initiative's #HirePeopleNotPaper talent and recruitment event for Talent100 Edition V (26 Sept.).

Check out these networking events: Sustainability Professionals Eindhoven Network Dinner (9 Sept.); Female Ventures Eindhoven Monthly Networking Drinks (18 Sept.); and JADS Ladies of Data: GenAI: Beyond the Hype (25 Sept.).

Get involved in the Scarecrow Festival in Valkenswaard (10-19 Oct.) by making a scarecrow team, joining the children’s program, or creating a culture-themed lunch. For more information, email info@vogelverschrikkerfestival.nl.

Upcoming events from our Official Partners:

• Walking tour of Eindhoven’s highlights on 13 Sept. Get to know the city, connect with fellow expats and afterwards meet up with ING’s Expat Mortgage Advisors and ask questions about buying your dream home in the Netherlands!
  
• Renting in the Netherlands and Buying a Home in the Netherlands 

  on 23 Sept. Learn everything you need to know about renting and buying a home in the Netherlands with Corporate Housing Solutions and Expat Mortgages South.

1 year. 4,000 ideas. Vote for three ideas from a list of 40 that will help decide Eindhoven’s future. Check out the Top 40 Ideas for the Eindhoven of the Future and  vote on your favorites.

Find a list of private service providers that offer explat-related services. 

The Relocation App is an important resource for anyone moving to the Netherlands. It has information about moving, arrival, and settling in. 

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