De Balie
De Balie is a well-known platform and centre for the freedom of speech, contemporary art, politics, culture, cinema and media, situated near the Leidseplein in the heart of Amsterdam.
De Balie
1017 RR Amsterdam
Contemporary culture and inspiring debate
Founded in 1982, De Balie is situated in a historical nineteenth century building, in the previous District Court. Through talk shows, cinema, art, debates and theatre, the centre mixes several points of view in a wayward and creative fashion.
Flexible events space
The venue is made up of several characteristic spaces which can be rented separately or combined, and can be made to fit a wide range of possibilities and options for meetings, conventions, seminars, presentations, parties or dinners. The kitchen serves up honest, homemade dishes and the chef is always open to suggestions and able to create a bespoke banqueting service tailored to any sort of event or meeting.
De Balie has previously hosted customised events for Amsterdam Dance Event, Blender, Sonic Acts, Philips Healthcare, Apple and the European Parliament.
About the location
Event rooms
Grote ZaalRoom size200m² – 19.5m x 9.5m, 7m ↑Max capacity400
SalonRoom size80m² – 9.5m x 6.5m, 4.8m ↑Max capacity100
FilmzaalRoom size61m² – 9.5m x 6.5m, 4.8m ↑Max capacity60
BovenfoyerRoom size156m² – 18.8m x 8.3m, 4.8m ↑Max capacity150
FoyerRoom size156m² – 18.8m x 8.3m, 4.8m ↑Max capacity250
EntresolRoom size72m² – 12.4m x 5.8m, 2.5m ↑Max capacity40
CaféRoom size97m² – 18m x 5.4m, 4.8m ↑Max capacity150
Kamer 11Room size8m² – 4m x 2m, 4.8m ↑Max capacity12
De Balie
1017 RR Amsterdam