The Hague

As of May 26, 2025

    • photo exhibition

    • e-sports & education

    • debate & research

The Hague

As of May 26, 2025

    • photo exhibition

    • e-sports & education

    • debate & research

DEN HAAG

‘NATO and the Netherlands’ in The Hague: discover, learn and join the conversation

‘NATO and the Netherlands: A Journey’ will be in The Hague from May 26. Take part in one or more activities and discover what peace and security really mean. Visit the photo exhibition, attend a debate and more. A list of activities in The Hague is shown below.

If you’re curious about the role of NATO, or about the NATO Summit, come by, take part and join the conversation!

Activities

PHOTO EXHIBITION

Photo exhibition - NATO in 10 images

Discover NATO with photos from the past and present. See what NATO does for the Netherlands. Visit the exhibition of at the center. Broaden your view of peace and security and stop by.

Admission is free.

Hague Program

Road to Summit

February - June 2025

As The Hague prepares for the arrival of the NATO Summit on June 24 and 25, leading up to it is a Hague fringe program. With numerous Peace and Justice activities for everyone in the city, the Road to Summit. All sorts of things to do in the city.

CONFERENCE

Conference: Reimagining European Defence

June 3 - Nieuwspoort

European security is under growing pressure. The ongoing war at Europe’s borders, increasing hybrid threats, and sabotage in the Baltic Sea and North Sea underline the urgent need to strengthen Europe’s defense foundation.

All seats for the conference are now taken. Register here to get on the waiting list. Registration and security check at conference is mandatory.

eSports & More

Tactics and Teamwork: Valorant Tournament FINALE

June 7 & 14 - YouTube & Twitch

The best Valorant gameteams (16+) compete in finals (June 14) of this NATO Esports Cup tournament against military teams from NATO countries, while defense experts discuss cyberwarfare, disinformation and NATO. Follow the exciting Preliminary Round 3 (June 7) live on Twitch and YouTube or sign up with your team!

Listen to a podcast

PODCAST

De Atlantische Blik

PODCAST

BNR - De Strateeg

PODCAST

Betrouwbare Bronnen

More activities

Schools Project

The Children’s Correspondent on peace and security

What do children think about peace and security? Primary-school-aged children make their own video clips that share their insights on “adult” topics.

FILM & PANEL DISCUSSION

Documentary screening & panel discussion: "Lithium Rising"

May 28 – Filmhuis Den Haag – From the moment the smartphone alarm wakes us up in the morning, we begin our day relying on the lithium battery. From mundane living to lifesaving realities, lithium-powered devices get us through the day.

Yet, access to the minerals that power a battery has become a vital geopolitical, economic, and social concern. Where do the lithium, the nickel, and the cobalt come from? Who controls the supply chains? And who is impacted by the demand?

Schools Project

Model NATO – simulation

Model NATO is a simulation in which secondary school students take on the role of diplomats to find out how decisions are made within NATO. Check this one out

Debate in the Theater

NATO – strong enough in uncertain times?

June 2 - Royal Theatre

War and threat are closer than ever. Can we rely on NATO? Experts enter the discussion during this evening of debate theater. Sold out. But do you still want to watch? Check Jong Nieuwspoort for the last tickets. Or follow the Livestream. More coming soon…

Listen & read news updates

PODCAST

BNR - Perestroika

PODCAST

GeopoloticsNow

eMagazine

Atlantic Perspective

Even more activities

Student Project

Essay competition – Your vision on peace and security

Essay submission deadline: March 25.

What do peace and security mean in a changing world? This essay contest challenges students to think critically . A great program awaits the writers of the best essays.

Schools Project

NATO Veteran in the Classroom

What is it like to go on a mission? Dutch (NATO) veterans talk interactively about their personal experiences.

Stay tuned and join us

The travelling exhibition officially began its journey in The Hague on 28 January. ‘NATO and the Netherlands’ will stop at several cities around the country before completing its journey back in The Hague.

Updates about dates, events and locations will appear on this website.

The Netherlands Atlantic Association will provide an overview of activities on this website. Check here for the latest news. Or sign up for updates through the Atlantic Association newsletter.

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