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Club Villa Thalia sits at Kruiskade 31 in central Rotterdam, in a building that used to be a movie theatre. It opened as a club in 2014 and has a capacity of about 1,200. The interior is built around balconies, a main stage for performances and a separate VIP section, which gives the room a polished, upscale feel. Because it was converted from a cinema, the layout is that of a proper hall rather than a typical box shaped club space. The programme mixes club nights, live performances and dinner shows, and the venue also works as a business and private event location. Companies, groups and people celebrating birthdays or stag and hen parties can book it, and table reservations are available for group visits. Food and drinks can be part of an evening, which fits the venue's habit of combining dining with entertainment. The club describes itself as the most extravagant event venue in Rotterdam. The music leans toward international and diaspora nights. Recent listings include a Turkish hip hop live show, a Balkan themed party, a Persian night called Beats of Persia, Beatstanbul, and a Sunday style brunch event. The venue marked its 12 year anniversary in November 2026 with a run of themed nights, among them Favela and a night headlined by CHO. The location is easy to reach. Rotterdam Centraal is within walking distance, tram stops and Stadhuis metro station are close by, and the Kruiskade car park is right next door. The venue is not wheelchair accessible, which is worth knowing before a visit.