Your English-speaking home in Haarlem

Expats Haarlem is where the international crowd of Haarlem and beyond comes to laugh, meet, and get out of the house. Big nights, small nights, strangers who leave as friends. In English, and always with a drink in hand.

Who we are

We're a small crew of [locals / expats / a mix of both] who moved to Haarlem and asked ourselves the same question: where do we go on a Saturday night? When we couldn't find the answer, we started building it.

Today we run [X] shows and meetups a year for an international audience that includes [Dutch friends, newcomers, long-term expats, curious locals].

Behind the scenes it's just a few people with too many spreadsheets and a great love of live entertainment. [One or two sentences about you: names, backgrounds, why you do this.]

What we do

Comedy. Our flagship nights at the Haarlem Comedy Factory bring sharp, funny stand-up in English to Haarlem, from local favourites to international names.

Magic and variety. Not everything is a punchline. From time to time we bring in magicians and performers who make jaws drop.

Socials and borrels. Free, easy evenings where the only agenda is a good conversation. Come alone, leave with plans for next weekend.

Why come along

Because a night out is better when you don't have to translate the jokes. Because Haarlem deserves a lively English-language scene. And because the best way to feel at home in a new city is to laugh with the people in it.

• Everyone is welcome. Newcomer or old hand, you'll fit right in.
• Real tickets, real prices. No hidden fees, no middlemen. [adjust if not true]
• Easy to find. Central Haarlem, [venue name], [walking distance from the station].

Come join us

Have a look at our upcoming shows and grab your tickets. Prefer a low-key start? Keep an eye out for our next free borrel.

Questions, ideas or want to perform? Say hi at [email@yourdomain.nl].