Matrixx Live aan de Kade, 18 to 24 July 2026
Discover the riverside01 · Welcome to the Waal
Nijmegen sings.
The river dances.
For seven days, one of the city’s most beautiful spots becomes a vibrant festival world filled with live music, singalong anthems and unexpected encounters.
A well-known Dutch artist takes the stage every night. Then Qmusic takes over with Het Foute Uur: guilty pleasures, hands in the air and the entire riverside singing as one.
Waalkade · Nijmegen07days of celebration
36performances
01iconic riverside
∞songs to sing along to
02 · Headliners 2026
Famous faces.
Big moments.
From classic Dutch singalongs to today’s biggest hits. Meet the artists who will get the Waalkade singing.
Tino Martin
Frans Bauer
Ronnie Ruysdael
RUSSO
Snollebollekes
Orgel Joke
Emma Heesters
Mart Hoogkamer
Marco Schuitmaker
Job Dutchtuber & Billy the Kit
03 · Programme
Seven nights.
One big singalong.
Pick a day, check the times and save your favourites on this device.
- 19:00until 20:00
Party starters
Sylvie Thijs
- 20:00until 20:30
Live
Orgel Joke
- 20:30until 21:30
Today’s party hits
Sylvie Thijs
- 21:30until 22:00
Today’s party hits
Ronnie Ruysdael
- 22:00until 23:00
All-time favourites
Qmusic Het Foute Uur — Menno Barreveld
- 23:00until 00:30
Today’s party hits
Lanterfantje
04 · The atmosphere
Golden skies.
Happy faces.
“Nijmegen’s finest sunset comes with a bassline.”— Live aan de Kade
05 · Good to know
Your night
by the river.
Everything sorted? Then all you need to bring is your voice, your friends and your best dance moves.
Location
Waalkade, Nijmegen
Right on the River Waal, with the iconic Waal bridge as a backdrop and the city centre just around the corner.Admission
Free for all ages
No ticket required. Arrive early, as entry closes when the venue reaches capacity.Music
Live acts + Qmusic
Dutch artists, guilty pleasures and a live edition of Het Foute Uur every night.Opening hours
Late nights, every night
Open until 00:30 from Saturday through Thursday. Friday’s finale runs until 01:00.06 · Frequently asked questions
One more
thing.
Is Matrixx Live aan de Kade free?
Yes. Admission is completely free and the event is open to all ages. Entry closes when the venue reaches capacity.
Where does the event take place?
On the Waalkade in Nijmegen, beneath the iconic Waal bridge and within easy walking distance of the city centre.
Do I need to book a ticket?
No ticket is required. We do recommend arriving early on popular nights to make sure you get in.
Can I buy food and drinks?
Yes. You will find bars and food stands on and around the Waalkade. Buying your drinks at the event helps keep the Vierdaagsefeesten free.