In the past period, H20 . Organizations from a wide range of sectors have used the event location for meetings, knowledge sharing, and networking opportunities.

For example, Rowing Club Nereus held a five-year anniversary gala at the location. During this evening, an extensive dinner was provided for 500 guests, followed by a festive conclusion. The event location offered space for both the dinner and the subsequent program.

On Monday, November 10, 2025, Rabobank held a meeting for entrepreneurs on energy solutions, focusing on grid congestion, energy costs, and sustainability. The program consisted of workshops and an information market at the event location in Purmerend. The meeting offered entrepreneurs insight into opportunities and practical applications, with contributions from speakers from Liander, and was aimed at supporting the energy transition.

In addition, several meetings were held in collaboration with Nocore FacilityApps. For example, on November 25, 2025, the Clean Connect Event 2025 was organized, aimed at customers in the cleaning industry. During this event, themes such as digitization of work processes, AI, and product innovations were central, including integration with Facility Apps.

Finally, the event location was used for an international gaming event in collaboration with Monster Energy. The event, which included Call of Duty , brought together participants from all over Europe. With support from the H20 press network and the Rabo Esports Stadium Amsterdam, the event received coverage in the Noordhollands Dagblad, while the event was also visible worldwide through Monster's channels. The social and connecting component showed that gaming, just like sports, brings people together.

These events demonstrate how H20 is utilized as a versatile event location for a wide range of gatherings.

H20 and the National Video Game Museum join forces for unique arcade game experience

Purmerend/Zoetermeer - H20 and the National Video Game Museum are joining forces for a strategic collaboration that will make gaming in all its forms more accessible, visible and impactful. With the arrival of over 40 unique arcade cabinets to H20, the rich history and diversity of video games will be given a prominent and permanent place within one of the most progressive gaming environments in the Netherlands.

Since 2019, H20 has been ensuring that gaming is made interesting through all forms of entertainment so that groups of people will visit, H20 aims to convert visitors to inspiration, sports, tech and education. H20's slogan. "Gaming Impacting the World" is thus given a powerful new interpretation. The five pillars of H20 - Event Venue, Education, Entertainment, Esports and Estate - are further strengthened with the addition of arcade gaming. Arcade games are approachable, relatable for all generations and therefore a perfect stepping stone to the broader world of gaming and digital skills. This expansion creates new opportunities for visitors to learn, enjoy and develop through gaming.

As of December 1, it is operational for all audiences, individuals, families, schools and business teams alike can use the experience in different packages.  

For Hasan Tasdemir, founder and director-director of the National Videogame Museum, the collaboration primarily means a substantive strengthening:
"The arcade collection will have a visible place within an innovative environment where education and entertainment come together. This expands not only our scope, but also our shared goal of showcasing the cultural value of video games."

Matthijs Vink, founder and CEO of H20, emphasizes the strategic added value:
"This collaboration fits perfectly with our aim to make gaming widely applicable. Arcades are a fantastic way to introduce everyone - from young to old - to the power of gaming. It is a valuable addition to our ecosystem."

With this move, H20 and the National Video Game Museum solidify their position as frontrunners in the gaming industry, where professionalism, innovation and social relevance are central. The collaboration underlines that gaming is not just a form of entertainment, but a source of inspiration, development and connection.

H20 Event Location in the inspiration magazine of Events.co.uk!

We are proud to share that H20 Event Venue has been featured in the latest Dare to Celebrate magazine from Events.co.uk. In the article "From idea to impact - this is how to design a theme concept that touches" it discusses how a strong theme concept makes an event memorable and impactful, and our venue is mentioned in it as an inspiring example (page 8).

This recognition highlights our commitment to experience, creativity and event organization. It confirms that H20 Event Location is a place where concepts come to life and events make a real impression.

Our mission is clear:

• Creating events that touch and inspire guests,

• Provide a venue that is versatile and innovative,

• Making every experience a memorable moment through attention to detail and perception.

Thank you to our team, our partners and all the visitors who make this possible. Together we make every event a special experience.

Check out the article, inspiration magazine and our website here:
🔗 Events.com
🔗 Dare to Celebrate
🔗 eventlocation.h20.gg

FC Volendam, H20 Esports Campus and Bundled Esports have had their eye on Max Koelemaij in their search for a suitable esporter for the Volendammers. The 19-year-old from Utrecht will represent the Volendammers during the 2025-2026 eDivision season.

Koelemaij is delighted to represent FC Volendam: "When I was told through management, Bundled, that FC Volendam was coming as an option, I got excited right away. Also because of the cooperation with H20, with whom I have worked before." The Utrechter is no stranger to the esports world: "I have been an esporter for over four seasons. Two seasons ago I achieved ninth place at the World Cup and last season I was crowned regular season eDivision champion with FC Utrecht." In any case, Koelemaij has no lack of ambition: "I hope to finish first in the Finals with FC Volendam - so not just in the regular season, but to become a true Dutch champion."

"We have been watching his performance with interest for quite some time," he said.

"FC Volendam is proud to welcome Max as the club's new esporter" begins Nino Sneek, employee Commercial at FC Volendam. "We have been watching his performances with FC Utrecht in the eDivisie and at the World Cup with interest for quite some time, where he showed he has a lot of talent and dedication." Sneek continued: "With his arrival we take a nice step in the further development of our esports branch. We are looking forward to a successful season and a pleasant cooperation with Max."

Matthijs Vink, owner of H20, also reacts happily to the appointment of Koelemaij: "Attracting Max fits the core values of H20. We want to offer young talent the chance to become the best. H20 has a background in top sport and from our ambition we want to help develop talent towards the top."

Vink is also happy with the cooperation with Bundled: "We have a lot of respect and appreciation for what Bundled has achieved in the esports world in recent years. In addition, we believe that you get further together. The combination of FC Volendam, Bundled and H20 should ensure that Max can perform optimally. We look forward to this eDivision season and also organize fun activations for and in the region."

Text and photos: FC Volendam