Practical

PHIL is part of Stadsschouwburg and PHIL Haarlem, the two largest venues in Haarlem. Read more here about our organization, history, and social impact.

Click here for floor plans of our halls and foyers, PowerPoint presentation, and video of the PHIL. 

PHIL is located in the center of Haarlem, a stone's throw from the Grote Markt. The nearby parking garages are easily accessible from the highway, and it's a pleasant walk of less than 10 minutes from Haarlem Central Station. Tour buses can stop around the corner at the Spaarne to let your guests get on and off. That's also the place where boats can dock.

Annually, our foundation presents hundreds of performances at Stadsschouwburg Haarlem and PHIL Haarlem. We have (virtually) all the technical equipment in-house, and it meets the high quality standards set by our performers. Our technicians are employed by us, and this dedicated team oversees all aspects of lighting, sound, and AV for our performances and events. Therefore, it is not necessary to engage an external party for event technology. And if you have very specific requests, we will arrange that in consultation with you. 

Go here to the Production and Technology page. 

Due to the high number of concerts and events at PHIL, we have the luxury of a dedicated, in-house team of experienced hospitality staff. They are young, well-trained, and selected for their sense of hospitality. 

Our permanent caterer is Vineyard Catering. They offer a premium food product with high service. Our business guests always praise the buffets, food stations, sit-down dinners, snacks, and/or break snacks. Additionally, and importantly, it is pleasant to collaborate in advance and during events. Vineyard is certified Greenkey Gold, just like PHIL. 

For smaller receptions of up to about 150 guests, we collaborate with Truffels Eetertainment. This caterer from Haarlem is the regular caterer of our neighbors, the Teylers Museum, a venue that, like us, places a high emphasis on quality and service for events. 

If you prefer to use your own caterer for your event, that is possible provided it is a reputable organization. However, we do charge a fee for bringing in your own caterer. 

PHIL is located in the center of Haarlem, just a stone's throw from the Grote Markt. There are 239 hotel rooms within a maximum of 3 minutes' walk, 291 rooms within a maximum of 10 minutes' walk, and 424 rooms on the edge of the city center. 

Walking back to your hotel after a long day of conferences through the center of Haarlem is certainly no punishment. And if you want all your guests to stay together in one hotel and let them park for free? The PHIL is easily accessible by buses, and guests can get off just 1 minute away on foot at the Spaarne.

Stichting Stadsschouwburg en PHIL Haarlem heeft als primaire taak om verschillende mensen in Haarlem en omgeving enthousiast te krijgen voor het met elkaar beleven van podiumkunsten. 

Als organisatie hebben we naast deze culturele opdracht ook een maatschappelijke ambitie. We zoeken actief naar maatschappelijke verbindingen die bijdragen aan de levendigheid, leefbaarheid en de sociale structuur in Haarlem en omgeving. We dragen uiteraard ook graag ons steentje bij aan een beter milieu met het verduurzamen van onze gebouwen en het maken van de juiste, duurzame keuzes bij onze voorstellingen en evenementen. 

Lees hier meer over onze culturele en maatschappelijke opdracht. 

The General Rental Conditions of the Stichting Stadsschouwburg en PHIL Haarlem apply to your meeting. These will be included with the (first) quote and are also available via this website. 

View here the most frequently asked questions about our General Rental Conditions, such as changes, final numbers, and invoicing. You can also download the conditions here.