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Paradigm

Paradigm is a Groningen electronic music organisation that runs club nights in the Zeefgebouw on the former sugar factory site.

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Sound: Techno

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Paradigm: quick facts

Checked Oct 2026

Address: Zeefgebouw, Suikerunieterrein (Suikerzijde), Groningen, Netherlands Directions
Nearest station: Bus 5 (towards Zernike) from Groningen station to the Suikerlaan stop, then a 5-minute walk; about 25 to 30 minutes on foot from Groningen station
Opening hours: Club nights 23:00 to 06:00; daytime events from 15:00
Rooms: Main room and LLAB in the Zeefgebouw
Age limit: 18+
Sound: Techno, House, Electronic

About Paradigm

Paradigm is a Groningen electronic music organisation that runs club nights in the Zeefgebouw, the preserved sieve building of the former sugar factory on the Suikerunieterrein, and the Paradigm Festival on the grounds next to it. The club nights use two rooms, the Main room and the LLAB. Since 2016 the team has built its outdoor site among industrial structures and trees, with nine stages made mostly from recycled materials by makers and volunteers. In October 2026 Paradigm marks 15 years with a club night in the LLAB, and Joris Voorn returns in November for the yearly Trip to Galaxy event. The 2026 festival ran on 8 and 9 August.

Door policy

From the club's own rules

18+ with ID required (a fake ID is reported to the police), and security may search guests on entry. Paradigm keeps a zero-tolerance policy and refuses any form of racism or discrimination.

Where to stay near Paradigm

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Zeefgebouw, Suikerunieterrein (Suikerzijde), Groningen, Netherlands · Bus 5 (towards Zernike) from Groningen station to the Suikerlaan stop, then a 5-minute walk; about 25 to 30 minutes on foot from Groningen station

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Frequently asked questions

What people search about Paradigm

Where is Paradigm in Groningen?

Paradigm is on the former Suiker Unie sugar factory site (Suikerzijde) in Groningen. Club nights take place in the Zeefgebouw. From Groningen station take bus 5 towards Zernike to the Suikerlaan stop and walk about 5 minutes, or walk 25 to 30 minutes.

When is Paradigm Festival 2026?

Paradigm Festival 2026 took place on Saturday 8 and Sunday 9 August 2026 on the Paradigm grounds, with nine stages built mostly from recycled materials. Outside the festival, Paradigm runs club nights in the Zeefgebouw, such as its 15 Years night on 3 Oct 2026.

How late does a Paradigm club night go on?

Paradigm club nights in the Zeefgebouw run from 23:00 to 06:00, such as the 15 Years Club Night on 3 Oct 2026. Daytime events start earlier: Paradigm x Joris Voorn on 28 Nov 2026 runs from 15:00 to midnight.

What is the minimum age for Paradigm Groningen?

The minimum age is 18 and bringing ID is mandatory; a fake ID is reported to the police. Security may search guests at the entrance, and you can ask to be searched by someone of your own gender.

Last checked 1 October 2026 against the club's own programme. Spotted something out of date? Write to info@technoairlines.com.