Annabel

Experience live music, club nights and festivals at Annabel Rotterdam, the city’s largest pop venue with a lively terrace near Rotterdam Central Station.

Annabel: Rotterdam’s Largest Live Music Venue and Nightlife Hub

Annabel is the largest pop venue in Rotterdam and the place to be for live music, club nights and festivals. Located just a few minutes’ walk from Rotterdam Central Station, Annabel has been hosting international and cutting-edge acts since 2015, from hip hop and pop to electronic beats.

Spaces and Atmosphere

The complex includes two main halls:

1. Main hall: up to 1,200 visitors
2. Small hall: perfect for intimate shows

Downstairs, Het Transportbedrijf sets the stage for late-night clubbing in a minimalistic setting where light and sound create the vibe.

Food, Drinks and Terrace

Grab a bite or a drink in the Grand Café or on the spacious terrace at Delftsehof. In summer, this terrace becomes one of Rotterdam’s most popular hangouts, complete with a pergola and a roofed section for all-weather comfort. During the day it’s a relaxed meeting spo, by night, it transforms into the beating heart of Annabel’s nightlife scene.

Good to Know

1. Getting there: 5 min walk from Rotterdam Central Station
2. Terrace open: Fridays & Saturdays 17:00–01:00 (extended opening in summer)
3. Club nights: Friday & Saturday until 04:00
4. Concert hall: doors open from 19:00 during events

Tip: Pair a concert with drinks on the terrace or dance into the morning at Het Transportbedrijf.