Roze Filmdagen is Amsterdam’s annual celebration of queer cinema, where popcorn meets politics and romance comes with subtitles. Held every spring at the Cultuurpark Westergasfabriek, it’s one of Europe’s longest-running LGBTQ+ film festivals, mixing big-screen premieres with indie gems you won’t find on Netflix anytime soon.
The programme spans everything from tender love stories and hard-hitting documentaries to camp comedies and shorts that pack a punch in under ten minutes. Beyond the screenings, expect Q&As with filmmakers, panel discussions, and a festival bar where debates about cinematography often turn into flirtation.
What sets Roze Filmdagen apart is its atmosphere: intimate yet international, arty without pretension, and fiercely committed to showcasing stories from across the LGBTQ+ spectrum. It’s where film buffs, activists, and curious locals gather for ten days of cinema with a conscience—and the occasional on-screen scandal.
