Amsterdam’s Museumnacht, a night of art, music, and more, takes place November 1 with over 70 museums open. Political comedy show and pub quiz “Pep and Greg, Politically Incorrect” is scheduled for November 3 and December 1 at Boom Chicago. Beautiful Distress in Amsterdam hosts “Nederland, word beter!” from November 3, showcasing 15 years of activism against racism and exclusion, focusing on issues like Zwarte Piet. Queen’s English Theatre Company presents “Smiley”, a rom-com about city life and modern romance, at the CC Amstel Theatre in Amsterdam from November 12-16.

The Kunsthal KAdE in Amersfoort features the first European retrospective of African American artist Jacob Lawrence (1917-2000), until January 4, with 70 paintings, 25 drawings, and 75 prints. The Kunstmuseum The Hague’s “Titanic & Fashion The Last Dance”, running until January 25, combines original film costumes with period objects and modern designs. The Scheepvaart Museum in Amsterdam presents “Oceanista Fashion and the Sea,” until April 12, exploring the sea’s influence on fashion with designs by Iris van Herpen, Chanel, and others.

The Stedelijk Museum in Amsterdam hosts a retrospective of Dutch photographer Erwin Olaf (1958-2023), “Erwin Olaf Freedom,” until March 1, showcasing his activism and artistic legacy. An exhibition exploring 17th-century Dutch daily life is on view until January 11, featuring objects from affluent and poorer households displayed in “kijkdozen.” The Eye’s exhibition “Ongoing” focuses on Tilda Swinton’s collaborations with directors like Derek Jarman and Pedro Almodóvar, until February 8.

The Mix & Match Volunteer Job Fair in The Hague on November 29 offers over 300 vacancies in various sectors for internationals seeking volunteer opportunities.