Event cases

Since 2007, the PHIL has been the permanent location for the international BSSO congress, which focuses on orthodontists and maxillofacial surgeons. This anniversary edition marks the tenth meeting in a valuable tradition. In July, more than 400 maxillofacial surgeons and orthodontists from home and abroad will once again settle in Haarlem hotels. Our preparations for the congress, organized by Ireen Rientjes Congresorganisatie, are in full swing.

From aerial acrobatics to life lessons; rebooting during TEDxHaarlem 2025. With another sold-out Kleine Zaal this year, the famous red dot, and an evening full of ideas worth spreading. In a world of constant change, 6 speakers invited you to a transformative experience under the theme REBOOT.

Sterrengala Haarlem exceeds expectations with 85,000 euros for the Forgotten Child Foundation! The proceeds from this 'most culinary gala in the Netherlands', which took place last week in the Grote Zaal of the PHIL, make a significant difference in the lives of 750 children with problematic home situations in the Kennemerland region. 200 guests enjoyed an exclusive five-course dinner, prepared by star chefs from restaurants ML, Ratatouille, Le Mortier, Mano, and Éclusier, accompanied by wines from wine importer Vinites. Illusionist Hans Klok added extra magic to the evening, while ball pits and piñatas brought the child in the guests back to life.

On January 21, the staff party of the Pieter Smit Group took place at our location. A real festival experience in our building!

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?

The Netherlands recently hosted the 'ICAO Symposium on the Assistance to Aircraft Accident Victims and their Families'. For the PHIL, it was an honor to welcome this symposium, organized by the Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management. There was a discussion about the social impact of aviation accidents and how countries can best support victims and their family members. 

Our building is regularly used as a filming location for movies, TV shows, or commercials. Recently, recordings were made in our Kleine Zaal for the campaign VGZ helps to innovate healthcare with Eva Eikhout. Just look at our beautiful hall shining in this charming commercial! 

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.

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.

The kickoff of a trio of European knowledge and networking conferences by Jamf took place a stone's throw from Amsterdam, at our venue in Haarlem. Jamf Nation Live was packed with insightful sessions, discussions with experts, networking opportunities, and much more. The grote Foyer proved its versatility and was not only a place for catering and networking but also for booths by sponsors and suppliers.

For the second time, the PHIL was the venue for the prestigious international ICPR conference (Interdisciplinary Conference on Psychedelic Research). Our client, OPEN Foundation, is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting knowledge and understanding of psychedelics through research. Not only was the PHIL well-rated, but the city of Haarlem was also so positively reviewed by academics, therapists, scientific researchers, clinical staff, and policymakers in 2022 that it became a reason to return in 2024.

We are particularly proud of our years of collaboration with OVNH Ondernemingsverkiezing Noord-Holland and are happy to provide a platform for innovative and inspiring companies from our region at the PHIL. On May 29, it was already the 17th edition of this festive award show, which has included a gala dinner in our Grote Zaal for several years now. Everything was perfect, what an evening!

Not only in the cultural sector, but also in our operations, we are looking for collaboration with other cultural institutions in Haarlem. A great example of this is the framework agreement with HEINEKEN Horeca, which we signed as Stadsschouwburg and PHIL, together with Slachthuis Haarlem, Patronaat, and Brasserie van Beinum in the Kleine Zaal of the PHIL. 

PHIL has been the setting for the immensely popular AVROTROS program Maestro for all seven seasons. Many recognize our Grote Zaal from this television hit, where well-known Dutch personalities take on the challenge of conducting a real symphony orchestra. On Sunday, January 21, Chris Zeegers and Frédérique Spigt will compete live from PHIL for the golden baton of Maestro. A grand television production that once again shows how well our venue is suited for this purpose.

Every two years, Foundation TWijs organizes a study day for the 31 affiliated primary schools in South Kennemerland. Around 750 teachers, principals, and administrators from this partnership gathered in the PHIL for a plenary information session in the Grote Zaal, followed by inspiring and creative workshops in four smaller rooms. The day was, of course, concluded with a pleasant networking reception.

The Cross Media Awards 2023 is an initiative of Marketing Report and were awarded this year in the Kleine Zaal of the PHIL. The evening started with a festive reception and an elaborate sit-down dinner for 200 guests in the Upper Foyer and in the Van Beinum Zaal. After the main course, guests went to the Kleine Zaal for a sparkling award show.

Wow, these 1,000 language enthusiasts and Dutch language experts have learned so much during the biennial Onze Taal congress at the PHIL. The program focused on the language we hear AND the language that remains unspoken. Think of workshops like 'Inclusive language: can you really say nothing anymore?' or 'The right words: tips for delivering bad news effectively.' and 'Cat language: how humans and cats communicate.' But also a challenging dictation from the Language Advisory Service. Our technicians in the rooms have greatly been able to enhance their knowledge.

The artists' entrance of PHIL overlooks the suppliers' entrance of the Teylers Museum. And vice versa. Neighbors who know each other well, you would think. Yet for many employees of this art and science museum, it was the first time they made 'the crossing' to the backyard neighbors. "I had no idea there was such a beautiful building behind that facade. And it is so large here!" We have heard this not once, not twice, but certainly 3 times.

The bar was set high, the preparations were intensive, and the technical requirements were ambitious. Together with our client staff Delta commissioner, we look back on a very successful edition! A particularly prestigious case.

RS Components is a globally operating omnichannel provider of electronic, electrical, and industrial components. In PHIL, they organized a networking event for their suppliers and other relationships. What made this event so special was the look and feel created by the furniture and booths that were brought in by the attendees. A smart way to stand out and give it your own touch.