nuSep 3, 2026, 13:16

Frans Bauer returns to Rotterdam Ahoy in April 2027: 'Extremely proud'

Frans Bauer is set to return to Rotterdam Ahoy in April 2027 for a series of concerts featuring a live orchestra and various guest performers. The singer will use the shows to celebrate the 25th anniversary of his hit song Heb je even voor mij while building on his record-breaking history at the venue.

Dutch singer Frans Bauer has announced his return to the Rotterdam Ahoy venue in April 2027. During these performances, the 52-year-old artist will be accompanied by a live orchestra, dozens of dancers, and several guest performers whose identities have yet to be revealed. The show will feature a mix of his greatest hits and lesser-known tracks from his extensive career.

A significant part of the concert will celebrate the 25th anniversary of his iconic song, Heb je even voor mij. Bauer first performed at the Ahoy venue in 1998, drawing 32,000 fans across three nights. He recently made a major comeback in 2024 after a thirteen-year hiatus, during which he surpassed Lee Towers' record for the most headline shows performed at the arena. To commemorate this achievement, a glass portrait of the singer was installed at the artist entrance of the facility.

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