Step into the offbeat world of David Shrigley at the Kunsthal during Museumnacht010. His exhibition What the Hell Was I Thinking? sets the mood right away: funny, sharp, and a little strange. Draw his three-metre-high nude model and discover giant inflatable sculptures, meteorite horseshoes, and fluffy forms that go at each other. With witty observations, Shrigley zooms in on failure, doubt and the absurdity of everyday life – work that makes you laugh while also giving you something to think about. You can also check out the layered, colourful work of artist Kudzanai-Violet Hwami and jump back to Rotterdam around 1900, when the city was becoming a popular destination for travellers from around the world. And of course, it wouldn’t be Museumnacht010 without that special vibe. In the Auditorium, Pretty Girls Like Trap Music bring feel-good DJ sets and karaoke, while Hip Hop In Je Smoel takes over the Kunsthal Café with a mix of classic hip-hop and the latest tracks.
More events at
Kunsthal Rotterdam
Feel the vibe with Kunsthal LIVE
During Museumnacht010, we immerse you in the true Kunsthal LIVE vibe. With music by Pretty Girls Like Trap Music and Hip Hop In Je Smoel, plus unexpected performances and activities, you’ll discover multiple highlights in one night.
Tattoo event by David Shrigley
Artist David Shrigley is creating live tattoos right in the middle of his exhibition, "What the Hell Was I Thinking?"
They have always been here | Kudzanai-Violet Hwami
At the Kunsthal, you’ll see the first solo exhibition in the Netherlands by Zimbabwean artist Kudzanai-Violet Hwami (1993). For this show, she created new work, including layered paintings, digitally edited photographs and her very first bronze sculptures.
Destination Rotterdam
In 2025, The New York Times named Rotterdam one of the cities you shouldn’t miss. But travellers were already coming here over 125 years ago, guidebook in hand.
Also nearby:
Urban Survivors - Squeaking truths and a dose of courage
After closing time, the Museumpark is anything but quiet. Every corner is teeming with scurrying, rustling, and squeaking creatures.
Walk-in workshop Beyond Surrealism
The Education Studio opens its doors for a free walk-in workshop inspired by Beyond Surrealism. Join others in creating a cadavre exquis: everyone adds their own piece of collage or drawing.
-1 Digital Lab
As you descend the industrial-looking metal stairs into the basement of the Nieuwe Instituut, you’ll find our hub for digital culture: -1 Digital Lab, surrounded by humming servers at the heart of the building. It’s a living laboratory, where digital creators experiment with new techniques, as well as a space for showcasing new work.
Cult North x Moze Naél
Cult North offers young, self-taught artists from Rotterdam a place for development and inspiration. Spoken word artist Moze Naél guided five talented young people to create a spoken word performance to share during Museumnacht010.