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Aerial view of Pieterskerk and the historic Pieters district in Leiden

Leiden Rembrandt Days

During Leiden Rembrandt Days, the historic Pieters and Academy district is transformed into 17th-century Leiden. Actors, extras, theatre, music and historic locations bring the world of the young Rembrandt to life. The date of the next edition has not yet been officially announced.

Step into Rembrandt's Leiden

Leiden Rembrandt Days are staged as a large historical theatre in the neighbourhood where Rembrandt grew up. The streets around Pieterskerk and Rapenburg become the setting for scenes, living history, music and historical characters.

Hundreds of Leiden volunteers help create costumes, sets and props and take part as actors and extras. For a short time, the old city centre once again evokes the atmosphere of the 17th century.

Molen De Put beside the Galgewater in Leiden
Molen De Put stands close to one of Leiden's historic Rembrandt locations.

Date, location and admission

  • The next edition has not yet been officially announced.
  • The event takes place in and around the Pieters and Academy district in Leiden's historic city centre.
  • Admission to Leiden Rembrandt Days is free.
  • The official website publishes the current date, times, route and programme once confirmed.

Discover the Leiden of the young Rembrandt

Frequently asked questions

What are Leiden Rembrandt Days?
An annual historical event that brings the Pieters and Academy district into the atmosphere of 17th-century Leiden with theatre, actors, extras, music and historic locations.
Are Leiden Rembrandt Days free?
Yes. The organisers state that admission to the event is free.
When are the next Leiden Rembrandt Days?
The date of the next edition has not yet been officially announced. This page will be updated when the organisers publish a new date.

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