Praat Nederlands Day
On Thursday, 26 November 2026, Praat Nederlands Day is going national! International centres across the Netherlands are joining forces to encourage internationals to practise Dutch, use the language in everyday situations, and discover opportunities to continue learning.
Whether you have just started learning Dutch or already feel comfortable having a conversation, Praat Nederlands Day is all about giving it a try. You don't have to speak perfect Dutch. The goal is simple: use the Dutch you already know and build your confidence along the way.
Learning Dutch is about more than grammar and vocabulary. It can help you connect with neighbours, colleagues and local communities, participate more fully in everyday life and feel more at home in the Netherlands. Yet for many internationals, finding opportunities to practise outside the classroom can be challenging. Praat Nederlands Day helps lower that barrier by creating welcoming, informal and fun opportunities to speak Dutch in real-life settings.
Ready to practise your Dutch?
Throughout the afternoon, The Hague International Centre and local partners will offer a variety of activities designed to help internationals practise Dutch in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Activities will take place between 12:00 and 22:00, giving participants multiple opportunities to join throughout the day.
Praat Nederlands Day in our city will conclude with a special edition of our Welcome to The Hague event, featuring a fun and accessible pub quiz in very easy Dutch. Whether you're just starting your Dutch language journey or looking to build confidence in everyday conversations, it will be a great way to end the day while meeting fellow internationals and putting your Dutch skills into practise.
Praat Nederlands Day is open to internationals from all backgrounds, including students, international employees, partners and families. So whether your Dutch currently goes as far as "goedemorgen" and "een koffie, alstublieft", or you're ready for a full conversation, join us on 26 November and take the next step in your Dutch language journey!
Explore the programme below, check times and locations, and sign up to join!
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Programme for Praat Nederlands Day!
Walking Tour of The HagueRead moreJoin this special walking tour of The Hague, organised by The Haags Historisch Museum. For more details and to register see here.
Crafts & Chats conversation sessionsRead morePractise speaking Dutch while you colour, craft or play a game. It’s a relaxed way to meet other Dutch learners and keep the conversation going. Bring your own creative project if you like, or join one of our activities. (Level: A1 and higher)
Beginners Dutch crash course: try-out lesson for absolute beginnersRead moreGet comfortable using simple Dutch words and expressions, practise speaking in a relaxed environment and start building the confidence to use Dutch in everyday life.
No previous knowledge required!
Dutch Trial lesson- Kids club for children aged 5-6 years.Read moreFun introduction to Dutch for young learners! Children can discover the language in a friendly learning environment through a trial lesson designed for kids who are not yet able to read.
Dutch for Kids: Come and Try It!Read moreGive your child the opportunity to discover Dutch in a fun and supportive learning environment. During this trial lesson, children aged 7 and 8 who are already able to read will be introduced to the language through engaging, age-appropriate activities.
Workshop: Stop switching to English, use the Dutch you already knowRead moreAlready know some Dutch but find yourself switching back to English? This practical workshop helps you build the confidence to use the Dutch you already know in everyday conversations.
Surviving Dutch at the office, practical Dutch for the workplace.Read moreWant to use more Dutch at work? Join DNA Languages for a practical workshop focused on everyday workplace situations and communicating more confidently with your Dutch colleagues.
Beginners AI crash course - try out lessonRead moreCurious about learning Dutch with AI? Try an introductory lesson with Direct Dutch Institute and discover a different way to get started with the language, even without previous experience.
Dutch lesson for beginnersRead moreFrom beginner to intermediate and beyond: discover Kickstart School's various Dutch workshops and take the next step in your Dutch learning journey.
Trial lesson Conversation cafe - A2 levelRead moreReady to take your Dutch conversations further? This A2 session gives you a chance to improve their speaking skills and become more comfortable communicating in Dutch.
Trial lesson Conversation cafe - B1 levelRead moreSometimes the best way to improve your Dutch is simply to speak it! Join this B1 conversation session and practise using the language in everyday situations.
Trial lesson for beginnersRead moreJoin this beginner-friendly trial lesson to learn your first Dutch words, practise simple expressions and discover what it's like to take a Dutch language class.
Tips on how to learn and practice Dutch beyond the classroomRead moreWant to improve your Dutch but not sure where to start? Join this session for practical tips, useful learning resources and simple ways to practise Dutch in your everyday life!
Trial lesson Conversation cafe - A2 levelRead moreReady to take your Dutch conversations further? Join this A2 conversation café to improve your fluency and feel more confident using Dutch.
Trial lesson Conversation cafe - B1 levelRead moreAlready comfortable with basic Dutch? Join this B1 conversation café to practise speaking with others, work on your fluency and become more confident expressing yourself in everyday conversations.
Open evening: Mini Dutch lesson & games nightRead moreGet a taste of learning Dutch and meet fellow language learners! Join the open evening for a mini Dutch lesson, an introduction to the community and a fun games night.
Dutch filmclub with workshop and songsRead moreDiscover Dutch through film and music! Watch a Dutch film, take part in a workshop and explore how songs can help you understand and practise the language.
Discover more about the Dutch country and culture, and create more gezelligheid togetherRead moreWant to feel more at home in the Netherlands? Join this session to discover more about Dutch culture, share experiences and explore what gezelligheid means in everyday life.
Make Dutch Part of Your LifeRead moreLearning Dutch goes beyond the classroom! Discover practical ways to bring the language into your daily routine, practise what you already know and feel more comfortable using Dutch.
Beginner try out lesson (A0>A1)Read moreThinking about learning Dutch? Join this beginner-friendly trial lesson to get a first taste of the language and discover what to expect as you work towards A1 level.
Intermediate try out lesson (A1>A2)Read moreReady to take your Dutch to the next level? Try an intermediate lesson, practise your existing skills and discover what learning Dutch at A2 level could look like.
Welcome to The Hague event- Special editionRead moreMeet fellow internationals and make new connections! Join this special edition of Welcome to The Hague for meet-and-mingle bingo, a Dutch culture pub quiz and a fun evening at Fiddlers.
