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The Hague Local Election Night
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Make The Hague feel like home. Join us for drinks, a practical voting intro, and a moderated live Q&A with local parties.
For: International residents living in The Hague
Date: Tuesday, 10 March 2026
Time: 18:00–21:00 (doors open at 17:00 for drinks and mingling)
Location: The Hague Tech, Waldorpstraat 5, The Hague
You asked, we listened. Together with ACCESS, Holland Park Media and our parent organization PEP Den Haag, we’re bringing you a new community evening on Tuesday 10 March: The Hague Local Election Night at The Hague Tech (Waldorpstraat 5).
How do you feel at home in your adopted city? How do you become part of the fabric of life here, not just passing through it? Many people start with volunteering, and for good reason: it’s one of the fastest ways to meet people, understand your neighbourhood, and contribute in a tangible way. But there’s another powerful way to shape your everyday life in The Hague, and it only comes around once every four years: municipal elections.
The Hague is home to around 70,000 expats and internationals, many of whom are eligible to vote, yet lots of residents are unsure if they can vote, what the city council actually does, or how local politics affects daily life. This evening makes it simple and accessible.
You will get a clear, practical intro to who can vote and how it works, plus what the municipality decides on (think housing, mobility, public space, local services, and more). Then political parties will share their priorities in English and join a moderated live Q&A where you can ask what matters to you. We’ll wrap up with informal drinks and conversation.
The following political parties will be present and sharing their priorities in English during the evening (listed in alphabetical order):
- Christen-Democratisch Appèl (CDA)
- ChristenUnie / Staatkundig Gereformeerde Partij (ChristenUnie/SGP Den Haag)
- Democraten 66 (D66)
- DENK
- Drerrie
- GroenLinks–Partij van de Arbeid (GL-PvdA)
- Hart voor Den Haag
- Partij voor de Dieren (PvdD)
- Volkspartij voor Vrijheid en Democratie (VVD)
- Volt Nederland (Volt)
- 50+
They will briefly present their priorities for The Hague and take part in the moderated live Q&A, giving you the opportunity to ask your questions directly.
Programme
17:00 – 18:00 | Walk-in & Networking
Meet participating parties at their standing tables, collect information, and start the conversation. Snacks and light refreshments available.
18:00 – 18:25 | Welcome & Information Session
Opening by a professional moderator, followed by practical information about local elections, voting eligibility, and the role of the municipal council.
18:25 – 19:00 | Party Manifesto Pitches
Each party presents a short pitch outlining their key priorities and plans.
19:00 – 20:30 | Audience Q&A
Live moderated Q&A with party representatives. Audience questions will be submitted digitally and selected based on popularity.
20:30 – 21:00 | Drinks & Networking
Informal networking with drinks.
If you’ve been looking for a way to connect, get involved, or move from “living here” to “belonging here,” this is a great place to start. Register and bring friends who should know they have a voice too.
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About Volunteer The Hague
Volunteer The Hague is a project of PEP Den Haag, a leading non-profit organization dedicated to fostering civic engagement and strengthening the social fabric of The Hague. Initiated in collaboration with the Municipality of The Hague, Volunteer The Hague site hosts hundreds of volunteer activities for every age, skill-set, and availability. Importantly, the volunteer listings on Volunteer The Hague’s website do not require Dutch language skills. You can browse these vacancies or use our Talent Scan tool through which you can find individualized listings after answering a series of questions about your skills and interests. All listings will provide you with information about the tasks expected, preferred availability in days and number of hours, and perks offered.
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