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
“Prealudium saporum”
Fresh shot of cranberry gazpacho, with watermelon and cucumber | Pesto sourdough crunch
Traditionally baked pickle bread
Crème fraiche with olive oil and French green herb mix
Starter
“Crescendo gustus”
Brioche | kohlrabi and pumpkin | chutney of roasted peach | mustard seed caviar | creamy horseradish cream | fresh salad with sprouts and green herbs | green juice
Main course
“Culmun Saporum”
Fillet of beef cooked in pieces | sauce vin rouge et port | seasonal vegetables | mousseline of potato and sweet potato | crumble of green herbs
Dessert
“Finale dulci”
Panna cotta with elderflower and lemon | dark chocolate | grummele | Mestreechter steerkes | violet of red fruit
We are of course happy to accommodate any allergies and dietary requirements, provided they are communicated at least two weeks prior to the event via rieu@degrootesocieteit.com.
If you have any other questions please submit your query exclusively PER MAIL: rieu@degrootesocieteit.com
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
Starter
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
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
