Theatre "De Maaspoort"
historical and cultural Museum "Limburgs Museum" and art Museum "Museum van Bommel van Dam"
Popvenue Perron55
Major annual cultural events
Carnaval called "Vastelaovend" in February/March (6 weeks before Easter).
Summer park festivities called "Zomerparkfeest" in August held in and around the main park of Venlo, a 4 days podium for a broad audience, including live music, film, dance, art etc.
In 2003 Venlo was awarded the title "Greenest city of Europe". In 2012 it will host the Floriade