Cultura Nova is an annual summer arts festival held in Heerlen (surrounding Park Vijverdal). Since its founding in the 1980s by the Zuidelijk Toneel theater company, it has grown into a multi-disciplinary festival featuring contemporary theatre, music, dance, and visual art. The festival prides itself on avant-garde performances and surprises luring both local and national audiences 1.
Cultura Nova builds on Heerlen’s theatrical tradition and the region’s cultural investment. Presented in historic park venues, it aims to astonish audiences with experimental performances and installation art. Over time it became embedded in Heerlen’s identity as a modern arts center.
Venues and routes
Park Vijverdal · Heerlen
The dates that shape the visit.
Day still being verified
Festive atmosphere as a large crowd gathers for the first performance of the festival.
Reference notes for once this becomes a real plan.
Tickets required · Typical price: €5 - €30
Moderate crowds