Delft: knowledge, technology and historic beauty in one city

Delft lends itself perfectly to events where knowledge and innovation play a role. Conferences for technology companies, symposia for engineers, innovation days for forward-thinking businesses, client days for clients in the knowledge economy. Delft is the city that makes this credible.

But Delft works excellently outside the technology sector too. The historic surroundings, the compact centre and the atmosphere of a student city give every event an energetic, open feel. Teams used to a corporate environment experience Delft as a refreshing change.

Begin your preparation with a clear question: what do you want guests to take away from this event in Delft? The city itself reinforces messages about innovation, precision and progress. If that fits your company identity: use it explicitly.

Plan in good time. Delft is a busy events city, particularly around TU Delft and its events calendar. Popular venues in the centre are booked up quickly. Start your preparation at least three months ahead for historic venues or large events.

Combine content with experience. Delft is a city you want to walk. Give your guests time to discover the city, before the programme begins, during lunch or afterwards. That turns an event in Delft into a complete day.

Delft has a varied range of venues that are both historic and modern.

The TU Delft campus is a world in itself. Architecturally impressive and futuristically built, equipped with modern auditoriums and conference rooms. For technology events and innovation days, the campus is a setting that radiates credibility straight away.

The Prinsenhof (the historic museum and events complex in the heart of Delft) is one of the finest venues in South Holland. This is where William of Orange was assassinated. The buildings and the historical richness speak for themselves. For exclusive dinners and special gatherings, this is a venue that makes an impression.

Locus Publicus and other historic hospitality venues in the centre offer atmospheric spaces for smaller events and drinks. Informal gatherings fit perfectly there too. The atmosphere of Delftware is felt everywhere in the city.

Hotel Leeuwenbrug and the Leeuwenbrug venues offer practical conference rooms for mid-sized events in the centre. Easy to reach and with historic ambience, plus professional facilities.

Delft gives your programme an intellectual energy that few other cities match. Use that energy. Choose speakers who push the boundaries of their field and organise a tour of the TU Delft campus. Let delegates attend a start-up presentation at YES!Delft. These are programme elements that make Delft unique.

City activities in the historic centre work excellently. Think of a canal cruise or a scavenger hunt past historic monuments. Plus a Delftware workshop with a traditional potter. Delft has activities that are authentic and interesting for both Dutch and international guests.

Delft is surprisingly good for food. The city has excellent restaurants in every price range. From informal brown cafés on the canal to modern restaurants at a high culinary level. A lunch on a terrace at the Beestenmarkt or a dinner in the Prinsenhof. Delft offers culinary choices that complete the programme.

For international guests, Delft is ideal. The combination of historic canals and Delftware appeals to an international audience. And the proximity of The Hague and Rotterdam gives you the option to extend the programme.

Delft is affordable compared with Amsterdam, but it's not a cheap city. The historic venues come at a premium, and the city's popularity makes for an active venue market. Be early and be realistic with your budget.

A client evening for 60 people at a historic venue in Delft starts from €8,000 to €15,000. A conference for 200 people with a full programme and catering sits between €35,000 and €80,000. Cheaper than Amsterdam or Rotterdam, but comparable with Leiden or Utrecht.

Plan at least three months ahead for historic venues and TU Delft facilities. The campus has its own calendar that takes priority; external events are welcome but require planning. Start early.

Parking is a point of attention in the centre. Point delegates to the car parks on the edge of the centre, or advise the train. Delft has an excellent public transport connection, and the station is within walking distance of most event venues.

Buffer: 10 to 15 per cent for unforeseen costs. Historic venues and campus events can have unexpected extra costs. Always ask for an all-in quote.

Delft is a city we know well at Live Impact. We know which venues are open and which campus facilities are available. And we know how to make the unique combination of innovation and historic charm work for your event.

We start with the concept. Is it about progress, precision or collaboration? Delft offers the perfect setting for each of those themes. We make sure the city and your message become one.

From the first brief to the final canal cruise. We're there. We keep an eye on the budget, the planning and the quality. You give your guests the day of their lives. That's the division of labour that works.

Delft deserves more corporate events. Let us put them on for you.

Organising an event in Delft? We take care of it. From a small-scale dinner in the Prinsenhof to a large conference on the TU Delft campus: Live Impact makes it possible.

Call us on 085 401 40 14 or email hello@live-impact.nl.

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