# Cultural and library events in the Netherlands and Belgium

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/cultural-and-library-events-in-the-netherlands-and-belgium
> Updated: 2026-09-04T10:09:15.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

Cultural programming and library events are being organized across the Netherlands and Belgium for late September and early October 2026.

In the Netherlands, Children’s Book Week (Kinderboekenweek) is scheduled from September 30 to October 11. In Roermond, the ECI will host a picture book festival on October 11 featuring theatrical performances such as ‘Nijntje op de Fiets’ and ‘Anansi de Spinen’, alongside a reading and signing session with author Iven Cudogham. Other Dutch libraries in Waalwijk, Waspik, and Sprang-Capelle are participating in the week under the theme ‘Spot aan!’, offering workshops in storytelling, dance, crafts, and stop-motion filmmaking.

In Belgium, the Maurice Calmeyn Library in De Panne is celebrating its opening week from October 4 to October 11. Located in the former Sint-Pieterskerk, the event includes tours, jazz concerts, a time capsule unveiling, and discussions on reading in the digital age.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-04: Community cultural events scheduled in De Panne and the Netherlands

Libraries in De Panne, Belgium, and several Dutch municipalities are hosting cultural events, including a new library opening and Children's Book Week activities.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/community-cultural-events-scheduled-in-de-panne-and-the-netherlands

### 2026-08-17: Roermond hosts Children's Book Week festivities

Roermond will host various cultural programs for Children's Book Week, including a picture book festival at ECI on October 11.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/roermond-hosts-childrens-book-week-festivities

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