Between a Peruvian charango, a Korean drum, and a dance floor in Nijmegen lies something universal: encounter. Between creators and audience. And worlds that find each other in rhythm, words, and sound. Music allows people to understand each other. That is why Music Meeting exists: a multi-day festival with concerts, stories, films, workshops, and encounters. In Nijmegen. Since 1985.

Music Meeting brings the unknown closer. We program global music with courage, curiosity, and an open mind. Across countries, cultures, and styles. From intimate concerts to exuberant jam sessions. From stimulating jazz to surprising improvisations. From centuries-old traditions to fresh crossovers. We create encounters that go beyond the festival: between artists, audiences, and generations of music lovers.

We remain audible even outside the festival. With educational projects and talent programs, where new creators and stories continue to resonate.

From the oldest city in the country, with the world as our source of inspiration. For music adventurers of all ages and backgrounds.
For those who want to experience, create, discover, or enjoy.
For you.

History

The first edition of Music Meeting took place in 1985. At the time, the festival was called '1st Multicultural Dance and Improvised Music Meeting', which quickly became known as 'Music Meeting'. Until 2003, Music Meeting was organized in Concertgebouw de Vereeniging and Stadsschouwburg Nijmegen. Since 2004, Music Meeting has been held in the historic Park Brakkenstein and the label 'Festival' has been added. Music Meeting now has a history of 40 years, with a rich line-up of artists from all corners of the world.