It's all about hair 2026
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Discover, experience and celebrate natural hair!
Natural hair is more than just a hairstyle; it tells a story of identity, culture, self-love and pride. During It’s All About Hair, Tori Oso Utrecht and Coiled Deep invite you to an inspiring afternoon celebrating the versatility and beauty of natural curly and Afro hair.
After successful editions in 2010, 2012 and 2025, this special event returns to Stadsschouwburg Utrecht on Saturday, 24 October. Be inspired by a varied programme featuring a keynote, workshops, panel talks, lectures and entrepreneurs at the mini pop-up market. Discover insights into hair health and self-acceptance, and hear personal stories that touch, connect and inspire.
Whether you have been wearing natural hair for years, wear extensions or wigs, or have only just started your hair journey, are a parent of a child with curls, or are simply curious: everyone is welcome.
It’s All About Hair is the place where knowledge, culture and community come together. Go home with new insights, practical tips, meaningful connections and, above all, a healthy dose of inspiration. Join us in celebrating the power, diversity and beauty of natural hair!
Buy your ticket HERE. Please note: only a limited number of tickets are available. The programme is partly in English and partly in Dutch. Workshops spots are limited. First come, first served base on 24 October.
Hekman Foyer - 1st floor, next to Restaurant Zindering: 13.00 - 17.00 hrs.
Host: Shannon Vrede (Vrouwen met saus)
- 13.00 Keynote The shackles of hair loss: drs. Mireille Liong (EN)
Talks: 14.15 The hair wellbeing blueprint, build the routine made for you: Migaisa Poeketi from Coiled Deep (NL)
- 14.50 Hair Bingo intermezzo (EN)
-15.15 The hair we heal, the women we become: Omara from Be Braided (EN)
- 16.00-16.30 Host Larisa: In conversation with... Marsha Hoost, founder CurlZnFro and XPO AFRO (NL). A Pioneer in the Black Hair and Beauty Industry
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Restaurant Zindering, 1st floor. 13.00 - 17.00 hrs.
Host: Larisa Da Veiga
Panel talks:
- 13.45-14.15 Hair & recovery (NL) with Rashida Tauwnaar (DJ Shug la Sheedah) and Jemima Sadoella (author of Yaja en haar krul); The Emotional and Physical Impact of Illness on Hair and Identity.
- 14.30-15.00 The silver journey (NL) with Patricia Wijntuin and Bianca Cronie (The Health Collab); Grey Hair: Representation, Beauty Standards & Perceptions.
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- 15.15-15.45 Hair, queer & a safe space (EN) with Gray (Kindred Kuts) and Ayden Carlo (writer/theatre maker); The Importance of Safe Spaces for Queer People.
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First-floor in front of Restaurant Zindering
13.30-14.30 Workshop: Blend your own foundation led by Bloom by Liza (EN)
13.00-15.00 Loggia first floor
Creative kids workshop: Make your own button
Foyers ground floor 13.00-17.00 hrs.
- DJ Soulfania
- Mini pop-up market (Gro'Minx Essentials hair products, Gigi Royals shea butter products, Bloom by Liza, Daffie Be Proud hair products, Momo Creations Afro lady bags & accessories,
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Di'Xpression headwraps, Onicoco handmade coconutoil products, Esjes Cakes, Miz Dafna (Surinamese sandwiches, tropical drinks & snacks)
- 13.00-14.00 & 15.00-16.00 African head massage by YEMA
- 14.00-16.00 Workshop: Paint & Vibes (ages 6 and up) led by Nzuri Creates
- 13.30-14.30 Workshop: Make your own hair product (ages 6 and up) led by Daffie Be Proud
- 14.30-16.30 Hair braiding at Daffies Braiding Bar
- 14.30-16.30 Live painting and drawing by Mercy from Iets met Roze
- 16.15-17.15 Closing Konpa workshop led by Bèl Vibrashon
This edition of It’s All About Hair is organised by Tori Oso Utrecht & Coiled Deep in collaboration with Stadsschouwburg Utrecht as part of The Black Achievement Month Utrecht.
Venue: Stadsschouwburg Utrecht | Lucas Bolwerk 24 Utrecht
Entrance: children up to 12 jaar free | regular tickets: € 10,-
Time: Walk-in 12.30 | Start 1PM - to 5.15PM
Questions? Contact torioso@gmail.com
Buy your regular or free children’s ticket HERE. Please note: only a limited number of tickets are available.
Photography credits: iArtPictures
