Photo: Parcifal Werkman
The Life I Live Festival in The Hague is a huge free open-air music event that was first organised in 1989. On King's Night (the night before Kinsday) countless bands perform on several stages at different squares.
Successor to Koningsnach
Traditionally, the party of the evening before King’s Day. For the 15th time, THE LIFE I LIVE – as the successor to Koningsnach – presents the sounds of today and tomorrow, and is proud to be able to do so again this year. With the city and for the city. The Hague’s music culture is unique.
Free festival
The Hague is gearing up for a magical King’s Night! On Sunday 26 April 2026, the city centre will once again be transformed into one huge festival site during THE LIFE I LIVE. This free city festival brings together local pride and top national acts for a night full of energy and musical discoveries. This year, Lange Voorhout will once again feature two stages with energetic and moving performances, with a Silent Disco (in collaboration with PAARD) at the centre, whilst Kerkplein (in collaboration with PIP) is the place for electronic beats. At the Hofvijver and at Popdistrict on the Grote Markt (Sniesterstage), the party kicks off with live music in all styles, from hypnotic soundscapes to raw guitars.
Expected crowds
The stage locations have been carefully selected, positioned and scheduled to streamline the flow of visitors. During King’s Night, certain festival locations may be (temporarily) closed to prevent overcrowding and ensure a pleasant experience. Visitors who do not wish to miss a particular performance are advised to head to the relevant location(s) well in advance.
How to reach the city centre during LIFE I LIVE?
The festival organisers are urging visitors to travel by bike and/or public transport wherever possible. As stages have been set up in many locations across the city centre, much of The Hague’s city centre will be closed to traffic. During THE LIFE I LIVE, Biesieklette will provide additional bicycle parking facilities.
HTM timetable
During the festival, HTM will make things easier for visitors by providing safe and convenient transport. For the journey there, visitors can travel by tram, bus and HTM bikes. The night bus service will also be running between 01:00 and 05:00 for various parts of The Hague. Buses depart every half hour from the bus platform at The Hague Central Station. You can find all information about public transport in the HTM app. Want more information and to stay up to date? Then check the special travel information during the Life I Live.
As is customary, NS is running extra trains. Want to make sure you can still get home late at night? Check the NS website.