Fancy a fun activity, but the weather isn’t playing ball? There’s plenty to do in Groningen. Play a game of boules, give your laugh muscles a workout at a comedy show, paint a vase or enjoy a classic game of bowling. Whether you’re in the mood for action or relaxation, there’s no chance of getting bored.
Foreplay | Indoor golf
Oosterstraat 13a – Normally, you need plenty of grass and space to play a round of golf. Not at Foreplay. Here, you can play indoor golf on one of the three courses in the FIXY building. Clubs are provided and no experience is necessary. A golf ball in one hand, a bitterbal in the other?
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Gamestate | Pinball and racing
Oosterstraat 15 – Rain in Groningen? Then Gamestate is a great place to take shelter. Amidst colourful arcade machines and flickering screens, you can race, shoot, play pinball or hammer away at buttons the old-fashioned way. It’s fun on your own, but even more fun when you’re trying to outdo each other. Finished playing? You’re right in the heart of the nightlife district here.
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BOEL | Activity with jeu
Nieuwe Ebbingestraat 163 – Anyone who thought that jeu de boules was just for elderly French people is mistaken. At BOEL, you can combine a game of jeu de boules with homemade cocktails, speciality beers and good food. Out of luck? Dive into the games cupboard or have a dance in the silent disco toilet.
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Bowling Centre | Strike a pose
Gedempte Kattendiep 4 – For over 50 years, Bowling Centrum Groningen has been the place to be for an evening of bowling. Slip on those iconic bowling shoes, order a drink and bowl a strike (or a gutter ball) whilst the hits blast from the speakers. You don’t need any talent: with a platter of snacks and good company, you’re bound to have a great time anyway.
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Karaoke | From private booth to karaoke bar
Who doesn’t love an evening of belting out cheesy hits and classics? At The End Karaoke and Sing Along, you can sing your heart out. Prefer a private booth? At De Drie Gezusters you can choose from themes such as Barbie, Paris, the Jordaan, Tyrol and Miami. You can also hire your own karaoke booth at Wijck and Duke of Tokyo. Fun guaranteed.
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Artsy Avenue | Creabea with pottery
Oude Boteringestraat 1 – At Artsy Avenue, you can unleash your inner artist. Choose a cup, tile or vase and get creative with paint, brushes and other materials. You’re welcome to bring your own inspiration, but spontaneous discovery might be even more fun. Once you’re finished, leave your artwork behind. The team will glaze and fire it within a few days, so you can then take your masterpiece home with you.
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Wicked | Laugh, scream, roar
Grote Markt 33 – Fancy a laugh? In the cosy, dimly lit cellar of Wijck, you’ll find Wicked, the comedy club featuring a mix of big names and local talent. From open mics to surprising shows: there’s plenty to laugh about here. Are you the funniest person in your own home? With just five lessons, you could be on stage in no time. Prefer to watch? That’s fine too – just have a good chuckle from your seat.
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Posta7 | From the Jail Challenge to laser tag
Hoofdstraat 53 (Tolbert) – At the Posta7 activity centre, there’s no chance of getting bored. Try a Drift Kart Battle, glow-in-the-dark mini-golf, laser tag or a Jail Challenge, or put your skills to the test with bowling and curling. Fancy something a bit crazier? Give the legendary toilet bowl race a go. In short: plenty to do for young and old alike.
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Forum | Visit a cinema
Nieuwe Markt 1 – On a drizzly day, sometimes you want nothing more than to watch a film under a blanket. But what if you fancy getting out and about after all? Then pop into the Forum cinema. With five screens, there’s plenty of choice, from big-budget action films to special arthouse films. Grab a tub of popcorn, kick back and let the big screen sweep you away.
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Visit a museum | From nobility to LEGO
Groningen - Groningen is home to several museums and galleries. The Groninger Museum is an absolute must for any art lover. But above all, take some time to visit a museum outside the city. From trains to tea, from 17th-century nobility to LEGO. In these museums you can look, do, taste, build and play.
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Thermen Bad Nieuweschans | Ont(spa)n
Weg naar de Bron 3-9 – At Thermen Bad Nieuweschans , you’ll naturally slip into relaxation mode. Discover the power of Groningen’s groundwater in the thermal spring and enjoy a range of saunas and restaurants. Book a massage or hammam treatment to go with it, and you’ll leave the spa feeling completely revitalised.
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