Popronde Amersfoort
October 23, 2026 @ various locations
On Friday, Oct. 23, Popronde races through the city like a musical whirlwind. This traveling music festival gives a stage to emerging talents from the Netherlands. They get the chance to take the stage outside their own region. Be surprised by an explosion of music styles in your favorite pub or at a location that normally does not program.
Discover new artIsts and music stIles
Popronde is a showcase festival: you get the chance to discover new bands, artists and genres of music. Admission to all venues is free, allowing you to attend as many performances as you want! Not only is the programming diverse; the venues also vary in size and atmosphere.
Locations - From concert venues to museums—this is the place to be!
Artists - A glimpse of tomorrow’s talent!
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SUUS
SUUS
Amersfoort native Suus wraps discomfort in a glittery coat and blends cheerful pop with a sharp eye, playful lyrics, and a generous wink
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Loeck
Loeck
Loeck is somewhere between a soft boy and a wannabe rock star—casual on the outside and delightfully chaotic on the inside.
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AMANI
AMANI
Born and raised in Suriname, Amani blends Afro-Caribbean vibes with pop, dancehall, kawina, R&B, and house
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BigBobbyBitch
BigBobbyBitch
Bobby dives into the dark side of Amsterdam’s nightlife, w where , punk, pop, and hip-hop converge, and love and self-loss alternate.
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HOOFS
HOOFS
HOOFS rocks with a hard-hitting mix of noise and post-punk, yet amidst the mosh pits and musical chaos, they actually make room for everyone. The sound is loud, the space is soft
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LAHAYE
LAHAYE
LAHAYE pours the emotions from her diary into dreamy indie pop filled with warm guitars and gentle melodies
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Nyarko
Nyarko
Nyarko blends her Ghanaian “ roots ” with Dutch influences, creating a catchy Afro-sound that you’ve already heard at Lowlands, Zwarte Cross, and ADE Beats.
Facts and Figures - Let’s play around with those fun facts
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Sign up now!
A wealth of talent: this year, no fewer than 1,400 acts signed up!
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Watch them shine!
102 promising artists have been selected by more than 200 key figures from the Dutch music industry. That sounds promising!
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40 cities strong
From Groningen to Middelburg and from Leeuwarden to Sittard, there’s music to enjoy in no fewer than 40 cities.
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Venues were working overtime
No fewer than 1,592 performances took place last year in just twelve weeks. That’s a lot of venues to explore!
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No place is too outlandish
From music venues and cafés to record stores and an old railroad warehouse, in 2025 no fewer than 705 locations served as venues for music.
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Pop music in Amersfoort for 17 years now
Since 2009, Popronde has made an annual musical stop in Amersfoort. In 2025, it will mark the 17th local edition!
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And it’s even won awards
In 2023, Popronde received the IJzeren Podiumdier award for Best Festival in the Netherlands. That’s one to frame!
This is what you need to know about Popronde Amersfoort - Hop by the info booth, vote for your favo artist and more!
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Info Booth
Stop by the info stand for the program booklet, tips and merchandise. Or download the Popronde app and zap through the city with your phone in your hand. Admission to all venues is free!
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Lend a hand
Sign up!Are you a true music lover and would you like to contribute to this musical party as a volunteer? Popronde could really use your help!
Did you know...
A number of participants from the history of Popronde are now filling their own venues. Think of artists like Racoon, De Staat, Dotan and Chef'Special. Want to get acquainted with the addictive tracks of participants of Popronde 2025 and previous years? Then put on the Spotify playlist and spin your favorites gray. A perfect preview for 2026.
And onrrrrrrr
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A legendary night out
A legendary night out
After Popronde ends, the tasty beats thump on for hours. We are not going home yet! Dive into the Amersfoort nightlife with us.
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Start the evening with the top best burgers
Start the evening with the top best burgers
Who doesn’t love a hearty burger to really sink your teeth into? We’ll tell you where to find the juiciest burgers in town.
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Amersfoort music city
Amersfoort music city
City of boulders and city of music. Amersfoort is both. Sounds and harmonies, rhythms and melodies: wander through the historic center and you will hear them. Discover it for yourself!
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