Playground is the free program of MOMO Festival, shaped by Rotterdam. A space where local makers, artists, collectives and communities take the lead. Free to access, and spread across the city centre. Playground is where ideas that live in the streets and studios of Rotterdam step forward and invite you in. No ticket required; just curiosity.
From intimate talks to diverse workshops, from themed tours to new musical discoveries, Playground reveals what is already happening just beneath the surface. It connects you with the people who give the city its energy, voice and imagination, and offers space for local makers to share their perspectives and stories.
Open to anyone who wanders in, Playground lets you experience MOMO through the eyes of Rotterdam itself; up close, personal and unexpected.
Read all about it below and make sure to secure your spot for our guided tours and workshops through the links below.
On Friday and Saturday you can enjoy multiple musical acts on Schouwburgplein. The diverse line-up features talented artists from various genres and backgrounds, offering everything from soulful vocals to energetic performances. The stage will host an exciting variety of musicians throughout the festival weekend, creating a vibrant atmosphere for all festival-goers.
line-up pageFor our Tours, we invite local artists to create their personal city maps. It’s not about facts or landmarks, but about perspective. About how streets, hidden corners and everyday encounters have shaped their artistry and way of being in this city. How you see Rotterdam depends on who you walk with.
Through movement, sound, storytelling or collective memory, they reveal the layers most of us walk past. They don’t simply guide you through Rotterdam, but show you their version of it: the places that formed them, the details they notice, and the spots you’ve passed a hundred times without seeing what’s alive there. You get a glimpse of the exchange between artist and city, and how one inspires the other.
The Tours are part of Playground, the free program of MOMO Festival. They are an invitation to walk the city through someone else’s eyes.
Tours are free of charge and registration based, make sure to secure your spot. Check the link below and filter on ‘tours’ to see all the 2026 tours.
line-up pageAt Playground, you can join some in-depth programming alongside the musical performances. We’re collaborating with various Rotterdam-based organizations to bring you interesting conversations about the cultural scene in the city. From discussions about nightlife, to explorations of how cultural backgrounds shape musical identity – these talks offer thought-provoking perspectives on arts, culture, and society.
Playground’s Talks are free for walk-ins. All talks will take place at Schouwburgplein in Rotterdam on 17 & 18 April 2025.
Check the link below and filter on ‘talks’ to see the complete program.
line-up pageDuring this years festival you can join a handful of workshops. Leave this weekend with, besides many new musical favourites, new knowledge and skills by joining a workshop. From creating fan zines and dancing through the city as a swarm to film screenings with live music – there’s something to inspire your creative side. For these free workshops it is recommended to sign in beforehand via the line-up page.
Workshops are free of charge and registration based, make sure to secure your spot. Check the link below and filter on ‘workshops’ to see all the 2025 workshops, click on the page of the workshop to register.
line-up pageBazaar, Alles Verrassing! brings together vinyl records, second-hand clothing, handmade jewelry, and unique prints in a vibrant community gathering. More than just a market, it’s a celebration of craft, art, and sustainability. Enjoy carefully selected tunes from live DJs while discovering one-of-a-kind treasures in this sensory experience. Join our community under one glass roof at MOMO and perhaps find your holy grail or a friendship for life. Visit us on Friday and Saturday.
Food and drinks at MOMO Festival are fully vegan and made with care for each other and the environment. At Schouwburgplein will be a bar with drinks.
Drop by, and join us for a vegan break!