Events
The Netherlands' capital city is brimming with events. Festivals, fairs, parades - there is always something on, no matter the time of year! In Amsterdam you'll find many extraordinary exhibitions and art events taking place, be it Rembrandt or Warhol.
Lovers of classical music and dance frequently take in performances by some of the world's biggest stars. And with jazz, pop and dance events occurring daily, there's always enough going on to please everyone.
Amsterdam Festivals
Europe’s number-one festival city is this year hosting numerous exciting performances and concerts featuring leading artists from all over the world. Language will be no barrier at these festivals, some of which are even accessible free of charge. Check out the Festival website.
Candy for your senses
Throughout the year, there's also a healthy supply of cabaret performances, culinary events, and large fairs and carnivals to be found around amsterdam. On this page you can find information about a selection of the events occurring throughout the year.
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Ticket arrangements for most events can be made via Amsterdams Uitburo.
Friday Night Skate
Friday Night Skate is a skating event for all and takes place every Friday night. The route is about 15 to 25 kilometres long. Every Friday throughout the year (if the streets.. Read more... »
Gay Classics
Every first Wednesday of the month in Pathé de Munt you can enjoy gay classic movies. Read more... »
Artis ZOOmeravonden
Every Saturday night in June, July and August it is 'ZOOmeravond' in Artis. This means the zoo is open until sunset. While darkness falls on the historic city park, some animals.. Read more... »
Nostalgic Fair at Damsquare
Nostalgic fair at Damsquare with various attractions. Read more... »
The arrival of St Nicholas in Amsterdam
Sinterklaas, Sint Nicolaas or St. Nicholas is the Dutch equivalent of Santa Claus. Every year, the bearded bishop travels to the Netherlands by steamboat from his mystical home.. Read more... »
High Tea at Grand Hotel Amrâth Amsterdam
Enjoy an English High Tea at the Grand Hotel Amrâth Amsterdam. Information and reservations: www.amrathamsterdam.com. Read more... »
Amstel Swim
On September 5th (10:30-12:00), the first ever Amstel Swim will take place. A unique open water 3 km freestyle swimming event through World Heritage from Waternet HQ (Oude.. Read more... »
Amsterdam International Fashion Week 2011
Amsterdam is reputed as a city of inspiration and this has inevitably influenced developments in fashion. It is for this reason that Amsterdam International Fashion Week (AIFW).. Read more... »
The amazing journey of Doctor Faust
All these old and dusty books... they cannot inspire Doctor Johannes Faust any longer. He is longing to discover and fathom the world, to experience everything with his whole.. Read more... »
Jordaan
Amsterdam's Jordaan is undoubtedly the district most sung about, most written about and most romanticized in the whole of the Netherlands! And rightly so, for it is fit to burst.. Read more... »
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