The Free Furniture Festival is an initiative from the Municipality of Rotterdam (Rotterdam Circular) organized in collaboration with local thrift stores and educational institutions, including Erasmus University Rotterdam, Inholland, Zadkine, Albeda and Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences.
- Date
- Friday 21 Aug 2026, 11:00 - Saturday 12 Sep 2026, 15:00
- Type
- Introduction
- Spoken Language
- English
During this event, students can collect free furniture and household items to help furnish their accommodation in a sustainable and affordable way.
This festival promotes the reuse of furniture and household goods while supporting students as they settle into their new homes in Rotterdam.
Available items include:
- Sofas
- Desks and tables
- Chairs
- Cabinets
- Lamps
- Kitchenware and crockery
- Pans
- Vacuum cleaners
- And much more
Free Furniture Festival August
Date: Friday, 21 August 2026
Time: 11:00 – 15:00
Location: Van der Goot Building, Erasmus University Rotterdam Campus
A second edition will take place on:
Free Furniture Festival September
Date: Saturday, 12 September 2026
Time: 11:00 – 15:00
Location: Citrusveiling, Marconistraat 25, Rotterdam
The event is free of charge for students. Please note that availability is limited, so items will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. Transport options, including rental cargo bikes and vans, will be available on-site.
Registration will open from 1 August.
More information can be found on the Rotterdam Circulair website.
- More information
Free Furniture Festival August
Date: Friday, 21 August 2026
Time: 11:00 – 15:00
Location: Van der Goot Building, Erasmus University Rotterdam CampusFree Furniture Festival September
Date: Saturday, 12 September 2026
Time: 11:00 – 15:00
Location: Citrusveiling, Marconistraat 25, Rotterdam
