ANDRE RIEU at the Groote Sociëteit

André Rieu 2026 - Don't miss it!
André Rieu's magic returns to the Vrijthof, and you can be the first to be there!

On 1 September 2025 we go online with the terrace arrangements for André Rieu 2026. Do you want to be assured of a spot on Maastricht's most beautiful terrace during these enchanting concerts?

Then sign up now for the waiting list using the contact form below.
Please include your name, e-mail address and phone number.

That way, you will be the first to know and grab your chance for an unforgettable evening of music, atmosphere and romance!

Be on time, as spots fly away at lightning speed every year.

Wait no longer - the waltz is waiting for you!

Experience an unforgettable summer evening in Maastricht with the exclusive André Rieu 2026 Terrace Package at De Groote Sociëteit. Every year, André Rieu transforms the Vrijthof into a fairytale setting, where music, atmosphere and conviviality come together. From our historic terrace, located on the most beautiful square in the Netherlands, you can enjoy an enchanting concert and a culinary experience you will not soon forget.

Once again, it will be unforgettable evenings full of comical and touching moments. But above all: lots of romance! The terrace of De Groote Sociëteit is part of this beautiful open-air theatre.
For each concert, we therefore offer a terrace package that includes a 3-course dinner.

In case of bad weather during dinner, you will be provided with ponchos.

Book early!
André Rieu's concerts attract thousands of visitors from home and abroad every year. The number of places for our terrace package is limited, so we recommend booking early. Make this special evening a memory to remember!

Dates:
2-3-4-5 July
July 9-10-11-12
16-17-18-19 July

Times:
6.30pm reception
19.00h start of dinner
21:00 start of concert
00.00h end of concert

The Menu:

Amuse
Fresh shot of strawberry, cucumber and celery | Spicy crispy with tomato

Starter

"Zigeunerweisen"

Gypsy tartare with lentils, peppers and tomato | pearl barley | fresh salad radish and sprouts | mustard seed caviar | avocado cream | lemon mayo | green basil oil

Main course

"Schönbrunner Walzer"

Filet mignon | beurre blanc with tarragon and coarse mustard | seasonal vegetables | mousseline of new potato with truffle | crumble thyme and honey

Dessert

"an der schönen blauen Donau"

Blueberries | panna cotta of tonka bean | violet of cherries from sint Geertruid | honey | dark chocolate

 

For specific questions about the André Rieu 2025 concerts, please contact email to rieu@degrootesocieteit.com

De Groote Sociëteit Maastricht

The programme

Reception: 18:30h
Start dinner: 19:00h

During Rieu concerts we serve a menu with regional products
and well-known Maastricht ingredients.

Amuse

Smörrebröd prepared with Gulpener beer brew, beetroot hummus and rommedoe crisp. On the table comes freshly baked bread with grape must dip

Starter

Spicy trout rillette Fine salad of apple and pear from the region, sweet and sour rettich vinaigrette of coarse mustard. Sourdough crisp and a violet of cucumber

Main course

Tournedos cooked in the piece
Red wine and apple syrup gravy
Summer vegetables | watercress | cream of sweet potato and carrot, smoked almond crumble

Dessert

Aajt Mestreechs dessert
Rhubarb, yellow pudding, crispy 'grummele'
elderflower, gel of mestreechs aajt
white chocolate

De Groote Sociëteit Maastricht

Frequently asked questions

One month before start of event.

No, table arrangements will be made. You also sit outside on one of our terraces at all times.

Tents will be set up during dinner (subject to organisers' permission). Please note! These tents must be put away before the start of the concert. You will then be given a poncho.

Please let us know at least one month in advance via: rieu@degrootesocieteit.com If you communicate this on time, we can take into account the table arrangement.

If so, please give no later than one month's notice via: rieu@degrootesocieteit.com

If you have any other questions, please ask your question only PER MAIL: rieu@degrootesocieteit.com