Sport & Culture
There’s more to life than studying hard; sometimes you just need to relax. It’s good to know then that The Hague’s offering in the area of sport and culture is surprisingly extensive.
Sport in The Hague
Are you somebody who likes to keep fit while you study? Well, with 11 kilometres of coastline, The Hague is just about perfect for all beach and sea sports: from flying your kite in Kijkduin to surfing in Scheveningen. Not beach weather? Also not a problem because you can practise nearly every sport in The Hague, even lacrosse and snowboarding!
Floorball: H.S.K. Floorball
Floorball is a fast-paced, highly dynamic team sport and one of the fastest growing sports in Europe.
Hockey: KZ STUDS, hockeyclub Klein Zwitserland
Klein Zwitserland, the only student hockey club in The Hague, would love to welcome new students. You can sign up individually or as a whole team, or come along for a trial session with no obligation.
Lacrosse: Den Haag Lacrosse
From absolute beginners to national competitions; students of all levels are welcome to play lacrosse and join in fun activities.
Rowing: H.S.R.V. Pelargos
A rowing association that also organises social activities such as get-togethers, parties and committees.
Rugby: The Hague Hornets
As well as sport, this student rugby team also offers fun social activities such as getting together for meals after training sessions.
Tennis: H.L.T.C. Leimonias
This tennis association offers low-cost student membership. You can play a friendly match, take lessons and play in competitions.
Ultimate Frisbee: Ultimus Prime (UP)
Ultimate Frisbee is a sport that requires athletic ability, tactical insight, self-control and team spirit. In addition to training sessions and competitions, the association organises get-togethers, parties and other social activities.
Football: H.V.V. Football Factory
This football association combines the competitive with the recreational, both on and off the pitch.
Volleyball: Sovicos Volleyball Association
This volleyball association offers a discounted student membership. In addition to indoor and beach volleyball training sessions and matches, Sovicos organises a variety of fun activities.
Sailing: Team Haagse Hogeschool
Haagse Hogeschool is one of the student teams that takes part in the 'Race of the Classics'. This is an annual sailing race in which student teams compete against each other on classic sailing ships.
Culture in The Hague
The Hague is a cultural treasure trove by the sea. The city boasts many fascinating museums, world-famous theatrical companies regularly perform in its splendid theatres and it has an overfull events calendar.
Museums in The Hague
Culture vultures beware! The Hague will spoil you with its wealth of impressive art. You can marvel at the world-famous works of Rembrandt, Vermeer and Mondriaan in the Mauritshuis and the Gemeentemuseum (Municipal Museum). Or you can take in the biggest painting in the Netherlands, the Panorama Mesdag, or let your imagination run wild in the Escher Museum.
Museums in The Hague
Theatres in The Hague
With venues like Theater aan het Spui, Diligentia, Zuiderstrandtheater, and the Koninklijke Schouwburg, The Hague is a real theatre city. Thanks to the world-famous dance and theatre companies that grace its stages, you’ll be able to enjoy many evenings of drama, music, dance or opera.
Performing arts city
Festivals in The Hague
With well-known bands like Kane, Di-rect and Golden Earring and major pop festivals such as Parkpop, The Hague is the Netherlands number one pop city. There’s a musical event going on there almost every day, many of them, like Beatstad, Koninginnenach and The Hague Jazz, really stand out. And you’ll do well to take our advice and keep an eye on the calendar of Paard van Troje (Trojan Horse), the city’s celebrated local pop temple.
Cultural, culinary & musical melting pot