Grote Foyer

Harmony between old and new

The foyer serves as the central meeting place in the building, connecting the entrance, halls, and lounges. This is the place where your guests arrive, register, hang their coats in the supervised cloakroom, and are welcomed by our catering staff at the bars with a drink. The 150-year-old walls of the Grote Foyer contrast robustly with modern materials such as glass and steel. The Grote Foyer can be combined with other spaces but can also be used on its own for fairs, presentations, and parties.

Video foyers
Central foyer GF
Capacity 800-1,000
700m2
Reception, drinks, party, dinner

When Sunshine becomes Moonlight

The artwork high in the atrium is a stunning eye-catcher by visual artist Nicky Assmann. ‘When Sunshine becomes Moonlight’ is a hanging mobile and consists of ten separate, moving, reflective elements. The reflective swirls react to the ever-changing daylight through the glass ceiling. In the evening, the sculpture casts reflections of beams of light into the space: ‘When Sunshine becomes Moonlight’. 

Reception or party? 

In addition to the reception area, the Large Foyer can also be used for catered receptions or even a party. Under the atrium, we can set up a stage for a DJ or live entertainment. This is the best spot in terms of acoustics and sightlines. Additionally, a DJ regularly performs on a small stage in the lower section, perfect for giving your reception an energetic boost after a long conference day. 

Does the foyer fit your event? 

This large foyer can be used in many ways. Contact Meggy or Floor to discuss your needs, or stop by! 

023 - 512 11 11
sales@philhaarlem.nl

Partying with BORRLS

December 6, 2024

1,000 celebrating people, a DJ, and live music in our Grote Foyer; this beautiful large space once again proves to be extremely suitable for a real party. A sold-out second Christmas edition of BORRLS, the organization behind 'the most fun Friday afternoon drinks at unique locations', brought Christmas BORRLS celebration and music to the PHIL. The corporate packages were also well sold, because how nice is it to close the year with colleagues at such a party?

Making Vinyl Conference

October 2, 2024

The second edition of the Haarlem Vinyl Festival took place at over 35 locations in Haarlem and attracted more than 20,000 visitors with over 200 artists and speakers. PHIL is a partner of the festival and was the main venue, featuring a comprehensive programme that was mostly free to access. There were performances by among others Sven Hammond, Celine Cairo, and Axel Flóvent, the Haarlem Record Label Market in the Grand Foyer, listening sessions by Discogs, a special (J)open stage, a signing session with Rinus Gerritsen, and various other activities.

Lustrum event Wine Academy

September 8, 2024

Wine professionals and enthusiasts from all over the Netherlands attended the anniversary event of the Wine Academy and the Association of Wine Experts Netherlands. With around 500 visitors, the 50th anniversary was celebrated lavishly. We enjoyed all this knowledge and enthusiasm together and look back on a beautiful day.