Event venue and party venue by the water in Rotterdam
Looking for an event venue by the water in Rotterdam for a company party, staff party, conference or business event? DOKSIDE at ZUIDYARD, Doklaan 40 on the Maashaven, takes care of everything. DOKSIDE opens in November 2026.
An event venue in Rotterdam, on and by the water
DOKSIDE is being developed at ZUIDYARD in Rotterdam-Zuid, on the Maashaven, and opens in November 2026. From a company presentation or business dinner to a conference, client event or full corporate event, we organise your business event from start to finish.
Combine different spaces, food and drink, and entertainment in a programme tailored to your company and guests. There are also options for exclusive use of spaces.
A party venue for your company or staff party
Looking for a party venue by the water in Rotterdam for a company party or staff party? At DOKSIDE we build the programme with you, from the welcome and drinks to dinner and entertainment.
Let the evening begin on the water: your guests can be collected from another location in Rotterdam and brought to ZUIDYARD by boat. Make a ride on the Beelen Eye part of the party.
DOKSIDE is set up for business events. Planning a different kind of party? Email verhuur@zuidyard.nl and tell us what you have in mind, and we will look at the options together.
Food and drink at your event
Food and drink can be fully incorporated into your event. From lunch and drinks to a full dinner, we will find an option that suits your programme.
Make it a complete experience at ZUIDYARD
ZUIDYARD brings together nine experiences for families, tourists and business guests. Combine your event with views, a cruise, dining or another activity on site.
Beelen Eye
Ferris wheel with views over Rotterdam.
From November 2026ZUIDYARD Cruise
Boat tour through Rotterdam from ZUIDYARD.
At ZUIDYARDPIER40
Restaurant and terrace on the Maashaven.
At DOKSIDETeam outing
A team day with activities at ZUIDYARD.
At DOKSIDEMeeting venue
Meetings, presentations or a conference by the water.
Good to know
- DOKSIDE opens in November 2026 and can be booked for events from November 2026.
- Address: ZUIDYARD, Doklaan 40, 3081 AD Rotterdam. Maashaven metro station is nearby, and ZUIDYARD can also be reached by water.
- Parking on site: €4 per hour or €22 for a day ticket. The first 15 minutes are free.
- Options for smaller and larger business events. We will share the exact capacity of each space as the opening approaches.
- To request an event, email verhuur@zuidyard.nl with your date, group size and what you have in mind.
Frequently asked questions
Is there an event venue by the water in Rotterdam?
Yes. DOKSIDE is an event venue for business events at ZUIDYARD, Doklaan 40 on the Maashaven in Rotterdam-Zuid. DOKSIDE opens in November 2026 and organises meetings, conferences, business dinners, company parties and full corporate events from start to finish.
Where can I hold a company party or staff party in Rotterdam?
At DOKSIDE at ZUIDYARD in Rotterdam-Zuid, by the water of the Maashaven. DOKSIDE builds a programme with you including a welcome, food and drink, entertainment and, if you like, arrival by boat. Bookable from November 2026 via verhuur@zuidyard.nl.
Is there a party venue by the water in Rotterdam?
Yes. DOKSIDE at ZUIDYARD is right on the water of the Maashaven in Rotterdam and is set up for business events such as company parties. Your guests can even arrive by boat. DOKSIDE opens in November 2026.
Can I hire DOKSIDE exclusively for my event?
There are several options for business events and exclusive use of spaces at DOKSIDE at ZUIDYARD in Rotterdam. Email verhuur@zuidyard.nl with your plans.
How many guests can DOKSIDE host?
DOKSIDE offers options for both smaller and larger business events. DOKSIDE will share the exact capacity of each space as the opening in November 2026 approaches.
Can I hold a private party at DOKSIDE?
DOKSIDE is set up for business events. If you would like to organise a different kind of party, email verhuur@zuidyard.nl and tell us what you have in mind; DOKSIDE will look at the options with you.
More about DOKSIDE
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