Social event venues and private dining
Rotterdam offers a wide range of social venues that are perfect for both stand-alone celebrations and side events connected to conferences or business gatherings.
Small social venues
Small social venues in Rotterdam are perfect for intimate gatherings, exclusive dinners, or private celebrations. These stylish event spaces combine atmosphere and character, making them ideal for occasions where personal interaction and exclusivity are key.
Medium social venues
Medium-sized event venues in Rotterdam offer versatile settings for receptions, dinners, and parties that bring together several hundred to over a thousand attendees. With a balance of capacity and flexibility, they are well-suited for social programming, corporate functions, and festive gatherings.
ss Rotterdam
In the Maashaven you can find the impressive ss Rotterdam. On board this former cruise ship of the Holland-America Line, there are a 4-star hotel, 12 authentic halls and 20 meeting rooms, 2 restaurants and 2 bars.
Hulstkamp Building
The Hulstkamp Gebouw is located on the banks of the river Maas on Noordereiland. This historic national monument is now an event venue for corporate parties, anniversaries, presentations and more.
De Majesteit
De Majesteit has remained one of Europes largest and most luxurious paddle steamers since it was launched in 1926. Restored in 1999, the steamship is now an event venue with space for 600 guests.
nhow Rotterdam
nhow Rotterdam is located in one of Rotterdam's most iconic buildings, and you can step inside. This four-star hotel has a bar, restaurant, meeting rooms, and a beautiful view of the Erasmusbrug.
Large social venues
Large event venues in Rotterdam are designed for major celebrations, conference parties, and networking events hosting well over a thousand guests. These spacious locations provide distinctive backdrops and ample capacity for large-scale social occasions.
BlueCity
BlueCity describes itself as a model city for the blue economy. Since 2015 a vacant swimming pool developed into a hub for sustainable and circular entrepreneurs.
Laurenskerk Rotterdam
The Laurenskerk is the only remaining medieval building in Rotterdam city centre. The monumental church can be hired as an impressive venue for symposia, conferences, dinners or other events.
RDM Rotterdam - Onderzeebootloods (Submarine Wharf)
The Onderzeebootloods is a former submarine wharf of the Rotterdamsche Droogdok Maatschappij (RDM), Rotterdam’s most famous shipyard and can hosts events up to 5,000 visitors.
Van Nelle Fabriek
The UNESCO World Heritage Site Van Nelle Factory is an architectural icon, mostly made out of steel and glass. The building is the perfect place for a business event, meeting or conference.
Event Planner Guide
Explore our Event Planner Guide for everything you need to organise an event in Rotterdam, from venues and hotels to travel and practical tips.
