Hospitality partners of the festival
Between your film screenings, or after a day filled with cinematic stories, it’s time to take a break. Pull up a chair for a delicious lunch, settle in for a drink, or wrap up your festival day in style at one of our hospitality partners. Check this page to see which venues are participating and where you might find a great festival deal.
De Harmonie
At the Noordelijk Film Festival, it’s all about stories that touch you. Complete your festival day with a delicious treat at De Harmonie: join us for lunch or dinner, enjoy something sweet with your coffee, or snack on some bites between screenings. We have something tasty for every moment—and we’re quick, too, so you’ll make it to your next film on time.
At De Harmonie, we believe that small choices add up to a big difference. That’s why our menu features more vegetables and legumes, and less meat and dairy. Everything doesn’t have to be vegetarian; we simply make it easy for you to find a tasty, nutritious option that suits you—good for you and better for the planet.
DutchBeans
A good film deserves good coffee—and for over a decade, DutchBeans has been providing exactly that at the Noordelijk Film Festival!
This year, their familiar team is back at De Harmonie, armed with delicious, freshly roasted coffee beans, plenty of enthusiasm, and the best cappuccinos at the entire festival.
Festival deal: 5 drinks for just €16! With a prepaid stamp card, you can enjoy any five drinks of your choice.
Want to keep the experience going at home?
You can also purchase DutchBeans coffee beans for home use via the button below. Use the code NFF to get a 10% discount—so you can keep enjoying your favorite festival coffee long after the final credits roll!
De Burgemeester van Napels
De Burgemeester van Napels, located within walking distance of the De Harmonie municipal theatre, is a corporate partner of the Noordelijk Film Festival. During the festival, we are offering a complimentary glass of Prosecco (or a non-alcoholic alternative) to anyone who makes an online reservation for at least two guests. If you would like to take advantage of this offer, please add “NFF26” to your online booking.
We look forward to seeing you!
Post Plaza
During the Noordelijk Film Festival, Post-Plaza serves as one of the festival’s atmospheric meeting spots. The characterful ‘Plugzaal’ hosts various ‘Talent & Industry’ programme sessions, while the Grand Café provides a space for visitors, filmmakers, and guests to gather for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or drinks.
Turn your visit to the Noordelijk Film Festival into an all-inclusive experience by staying at Post-Plaza—enjoy a 15% discount on your overnight stay.
De Hofdame
At the foot of the iconic Oldehove, you will find De Hofdame—an inviting restaurant where the classic and the modern converge. Especially for the Northern Film Festival, we are offering our ‘Film Menu’: a delicious meal for just €25 per person. Choose from meat, fish, or a vegetarian option, served with perfectly paired side dishes. It’s a wonderful way to round off your festival experience, take a breather between screenings, or enjoy a pleasant end to your day.
Specialty Beer Cafe De Markies
Specialty beer café De Markies is located in the very heart of Leeuwarden’s cultural scene. It is a warm and welcoming establishment where craft beer, music, and social connection come together. Let yourself be swept away by the relaxed atmosphere, the unique beer-related decor on the walls, and the familiar sounds of music from the seventies and eighties. With over 250 bottled beers, 12 rotating beers on tap, 35 types of whisky, and more than 14 varieties of cheese, there is plenty to discover. The enthusiastic team is always happy to help you find a beer that suits your taste. Looking to extend the experience after a festival? Pull up a chair, explore new flavors, and enjoy some genuine Frisian hospitality—because after a great film, there’s no reason the evening has to end just yet.
Music café ScooterS
Music café Scooter’s has been Leeuwarden’s go-to music venue for 22 years. They host a Pub Quiz every Wednesday, Karaoke on Thursdays, and live music from both local and international acts on Fridays and Saturdays. The crowd ranges from 18 to 88 years old—everyone is welcome in their wonderfully relaxed, classic pub atmosphere.
Check out the social media for a glimpse of the vibe, or visit the website to see their full event schedule.