13 FutureFest highlights for innovation leaders in Amsterdam

Innovation & technology events

Amsterdam Innovation Day

Amsterdam Innovation Day takes place at the Marineterrein as part of the city’s 750th anniversary celebrations. The free event showcases smart, sustainable ideas to improve Amsterdam’s future, with an information market, guided tours, demos, and a public ideas competition. The City of Amsterdam, AMS Institute, and partners collaborated to organise this event.

Amsterdam Innovation Day | 13 June - 14:00 - 17:00 | Marineterrein Kattenburgerstraat 5

Energy in abundance

At certain times of the day, there is an abundance of solar and wind energy in Amsterdam. When is that? In a new app, developed by 02025 together with young people, you can see at a glance when sustainable energy is available for free. Useful for everyone who wants to be more thoughtful about energy consumption and their budget. 

Energy in abundance  | 17 June - 17 June | 16:00 - 18:00 | NEMO Science Museum

Are quantum computers a threat to our payment systems?

What is a quantum computer, and why are experts concerned about the security of our money? At this meeting at De Nederlandsche Bank, you will hear from 2 specialists about the opportunities and risks.

Are quantum computers a threat to our payment systems? | June 16, 16:00 - 17:00 | DNB treasury

Shaping our digital future

How can we make the internet fairer and less dependent on big tech companies? During the PublicSpaces conference, you will hear from people who work on this every day. There will be talks, lectures, art, and culture, all focused on a better digital future.

Shaping our digital future | June 13, 10:00 - 18:00 | Pakhuis de Zwijger | Tickets required

Amsterdam Science & Innovation Awards

9 Finalist will pitch their innovative ideas to the jury and public in the categories of society, health and environment & climate, during the final of the Amsterdam Science & Innovation Award. Located at the NEMO Science Museum, in addition to the main prizes, three researchers will receive an Impact Award for contributing to society and creating research that makes the world a better place.

Amsterdam science & innovation awards  | 17 June, 15:00 - 17:00 | NEMO Science Museum

H2A Symposium: The future of hydrogen

During the H2A Symposium, companies, managers, and researchers will discuss the future of hydrogen. How can we bring hydrogen to Europe via the port of Amsterdam? Expect an afternoon full of ideas, plans, and meetings.

H2A Symposium | 19 June, 14:00  - 18:00 | Theatre Amsterdam

The Next Web Conference

Discover the future of technology at The Next Web Conference. Get inspired by innovators from all over Europe, spot the latest trends and meet people with smart ideas. All in a relaxed festival atmosphere.

The Next Web Conference | 19-20 June | NDSM - Loods

Sustainable cities & living

The Green Statement: Breathing space for the MRA

What does the future of the green landscape around Amsterdam look like? During this debate evening, residents, farmers, designers, and administrators will discuss nature, food, water, and relaxation in the region around the city. Hosted by De Groene Stelling, a project restoring 25,000 hectares of green space around Amsterdam’s historic Defence Line, reconnecting city and countryside with space for food, nature and water. The debate at Pakhuis de Zwijger will focus on creating greener landscapes around towns and cities, featuring local stories gathered during a 10-day regional tour.

The Green Statement | 17 June, 20:00 - 21:30 | Pakhuis de Zwijger

Zuidas Expedition

Where can you see the future better than in the Zuidas? Join a tour of the district and visit Valley, the striking 'vertical village'. Discover the future of Amsterdam Zuid station and walk through the tunnel built under one of the busiest highways in the Netherlands.

Zuidas Expedition | 14 June to 20, 10:00 - 11:00 AND 16:00  - 17:00 | WTC 

Tour of the Hortus - Energy neutral climate greenhouse

Visit Hortus' new Climate Greenhouse. During a tour, you will discover plants from three different climates and learn all about sustainable buildings without gas.

Tour of the Hortus | 13, 14 and 19 June AT 14:00 | Hortus Botanicus

Society, health & wellbeing futures

(Be)live Dementia VR-experience

What is it like to have dementia? And what does it feel like to care for someone with dementia? In this workshop, you will experience it yourself with VR glasses. Afterwards, you will talk to others about the future of (informal) care in Amsterdam.

(Be)live Dementia VR-experience | 17 June, 14:00 - 16:30 | Markant 

The natural city

How much space do we give nature in Amsterdam? And can nature help with major challenges in the city? City farm Zimmerhoeve is organising a lecture about the future of the city. What do we want Amsterdam to look like – and how do we get there?

The natural city | 12 June, 19:00 - 21:00 (22:00) | City Farm Zimmerhoeve

Summit for future generations

The Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam is organising the Summit for Future Generations. Together with young people, scientists, and organisations, you will work on solutions for a sustainable future based on the United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals.

Summit for future generations  | 12 June 13:00 - 18:00 | Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam