The open call for Spots op West is now closed. The steering committee is currently reviewing all submissions and will make a selection. By 15 April 2026, we will contact everyone who responded to the open call.

Every summer, during the first weekend of July, you can enjoy four days of surprising site‑specific performances in Westouter. Expect a diverse programme, ranging from movement‑based work to storytelling theatre, all presented in the most unique locations of the Heuvelland such as a horse stable, a potato shed or even the church.

Watch the aftermovie of Spots op West 2025

This was Spots op West 2025

Westouter was buzzing with activity from 3 to 6 July 2025. Not only because the Tour de France passed right by the village, but especially because OPENDOEK transformed Westouter into a vibrant festival town.

The site‑specific theatre festival Spots op West, right in the heart of Westouter, sold around 4,000 tickets for 61 performances. Culture lovers enjoyed a varied programme, ranging from movement‑based performances to storytelling theatre, from street theatre to a festive ska cover band. There was dancing, acting, rapping, improvising, laughing and crying. And of course, the celebrations continued into the early hours in the spiegeltent.

In Westouter, they embrace amateur theatre in all its forms and colours.

Theatre in all its forms and colours

Theatre at Spots op West is for all ages. There was a performance for children from the age of three, and OPENDOEK’s youth division created their own production and performed it twice.

There was also Zomergasten, an initiative by AGE on stAGE, OPENDOEK’s programme for seniors. Nine enthusiastic participants aged 55 and over took on the challenge of creating a performance together.

Giving local talent a stage

Spots op West is the place to showcase local and lesser‑known talent. And there was no shortage of it. Companies from all corners of the country took part. In total, 52 groups from 10 different provinces and countries presented 61 performances.

See you next year

Many visitors have already marked the date in their calendars. Next year, you are welcome at Spots op West from 9 to 12 July 2026. We are already on the lookout for the most moving, funny, and remarkable performances.