NOORDERDICHT

About Noorderdicht bij de Bar

Noorderdicht bij de Bar is a lively spoken-word and music festival that transforms the Oude Noorden and Crooswijk neighbourhoods, and parts of Liskwartier and Agniesebuurt, into one large stage. The festival is an initiative that originated during the coronavirus pandemic and is known for its atmosphere of meeting and togetherness.

What can you expect?

During the festival, duos of various ages and artistic disciplines travel through the neighbourhoods. You can expect performances in traditional pubs, coffee shops, trendy bars, barbershops, community clubs, breweries and studios. The artists present poetry, stories, new songs and surprising musical combinations, such as hip-hop on accordion.

In addition to the performances, there are walking routes with guides who lead you past icons, murals and street poetry. These tours offer a unique way to discover the culture and history of the neighbourhoods. The programme is concluded by De Krotenkokers, featuring Joris Lutz and Mike Boddé, among others.

Meeting and connection

Noorderdicht bij de Bar is a celebration of meeting. Residents get to know each other and the artists, and artists inspire each other with their different artistic disciplines. The festival stimulates collaborations and brings people together, creating a sense of community and connection in the Rotterdam neighbourhoods.