Wereldhavendagen Rotterdam 2026
Sep 2026 | Rotterdam, The Netherlands | Stichting Wereldhavendagen Rotterdam
Sep 2026 | Rotterdam, The Netherlands | Stichting Wereldhavendagen Rotterdam
On the weekend of 4 to 6 September, the 49th edition of Wereldhavendagen Rotterdam 2026 took place. Over three days, from Friday to Sunday, 380,000 visitors explored the Erasmus Bridge area, Kop van Zuid, Katendrecht and Parkkade. Around 80 maritime organizations and dozens of vessels showcased the diversity, innovation, and importance of the maritime world. It also highlighted the port of Rotterdam’s vital role.
Companies opened their doors and invited visitors behind the scenes. It also offered a closer look at life in and around one of the world’s busiest ports. With a strong focus on the future and sustainability, this year’s program had something for every audience, from young to old. On Friday morning, around 2,000 young people, students and jobseekers visited the Cruise Terminal to explore the many educational and career opportunities the port offers.
On Saturday evening, a spectacular night show took place. Tens of thousands of visitors enjoyed the illuminated ship parade, projections across Rotterdam’s iconic skyline and the Erasmus Bridge, as well as performances by dancers and freerunners on the enormous COSCO inland vessel. And, of course, the evening ended with fireworks.
For the fourth consecutive year, Backbone was proud to support Wereldhavendagen Rotterdam with 2D technical design, overlay management, technical production, and assisted the back office.
Event photos courtesy of Anne Reitsma, commissioned by Wereldhavendagen Rotterdam.
