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Wijnhandel de Geheime Dienst

Beer crafted in Noord

At Zonneplein, you'll find De Geheime Dienst (The Secret Service). Here you can sample beers from breweries in Noord, including Walhalla, Friekens, Paleisje, Pivo, and more. Brewers will also be there to talk about their beers.

Stichting Kunstlicht Amsterdam

Glimpse inside at Kunstlicht

At Kunstlicht, more than 20 artists showcase their work, encompassing all art forms. You can view and purchase art, and participate in workshops like wine pairing with artwork. There will also be snacks and drinks, and live music in the evenings.

Speeltuin Diereneiland

A nature adventure for children

Do you love nature and adventure? And are you a true naturalist? Then join Karen's nature adventures and discover, experience, and explore nature. You'll meet small creatures, go on a trail search, or create artwork with natural materials. The activity is designed for children aged 4 to 12, but parents are welcome to join too.

Het Groene Veld

Painting wisdom tiles

De Ont/moeting is a mobile and welcoming community center on wheels: a place where residents of Amsterdam-Noord come together, create things together, and share their thoughts about their neighborhood. They use their imaginations to transform things. Come paint a special wisdom tile that will later be turned into a work of art.

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City Swim

Amsterdam City Swim

Early September 2025, the tour boats and other vessels will once again make way for 3,000 brave swimmers (and another 250 juniors) for the Amsterdam City Swim. When registration for 2025 will open is not yet known.

Verschillende locaties in Amsterdam Zuid

Muze van Zuid verandert de straten en parken van Zuid tot levendige podia

Intiem huisconcert bij bewoners in Zuid met Roza Herwig en Julius Backer

Wandel mee en ontdek de verborgen verhalen van Zuid

Amsterdam Andalusische Orkest neemt je mee op een muzikale tocht van de haven van Tarifa naar de Maghreb

Muze van Zuid: Vrijhaven voor Muziek

From September 10 to September 14, Amsterdam Zuid will be transformed into a vibrant musical landscape. During the eighth edition of Muse van Zuid, you'll hear top musicians, neighbourhood stories, classical music, cabaret, and jazz in surprising locations. From living rooms to historic buildings, from children's workshops to musical walks: discover Zuid as a haven for music.

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TAPT festival Amsterdam-West

The best drinks festival in the Netherlands is settling in the Rembrandtpark again; TAPT Festival – Amsterdam West. TAPT Festival is now much more than just beer, it guarantees one big party where you can laugh, dance and enjoy. And… as the icing on the cake, TAPT is celebrating the 10th anniversary of the festival this year. An extra reason to go all out! Gather your drinking buddies and make sure you're there!

CC Amstel

Circus around the Block

The creators of circus collective Boost Producties present, in collaboration with theatre CC Amstel, a circus route through De Pijp.

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Open Monument Day

On 13 and 14 September 2025, various monuments in Amsterdam will open their doors for free for Open Monument Day. Discover 'The  Architectural heritage during the 39th edition. Also explore hidden places above ground, such as clandestine churches, and listen to stories of squatters and graffiti artists.

Melkweg

https://www.melkweg.nl/nl/bezoekersinfo/toegankelijkheid/

Bekijk hoe de Melkweg een bezoek voor mensen met een beperking of handicap toegankelijk maakt

Kaboom X Melkweg Cinema

It was always meant to be, wasn't it? A collaboration between Melkweg and Kaboom was inevitable. A big 'BOOM' created Melkweg, so you could say they have a strong bond!

Meervaart

https://www.meervaart.nl/theater/english/uw-bezoek/kaartverkoop

Many facilities can be provided by us on request. This can be looked at per performance.

Meervaart Theatre

Sloterplasfestival

In 2025, the Sloterplas Festival will return. The Sloterplas Festival presents a musical melting pot that reflects the neighborhood's soul. Local talents share the stage with national and international stars, and together they set the tone for a festival that breaks musical boundaries. Let yourself be carried away by artists who mix various musical cultures into a unique experience at Meer en Vaart 175.
Please note: The date and time mentioned for 2025 are subject to change.

Amsterdam Klinkt!

To celebrate Amsterdam's 750th anniversary, WesterHarmonie and Eigenwijks are organizing the music festival "Amsterdam Klinkt!" (Amsterdam Sounds!) This festival is for the city, but especially for the residents of Nieuw-West. Sixteen choirs, orchestras, and ensembles will participate throughout the summer—from May 5th to September 28th. Please note: times and dates are subject to change.

Diverse locaties/various locations

Amsterdamse Sport- en Beweegweek 2025: voor iedereen

Amsterdam Sports Week

During the Amsterdam Sports Week, residents can try out a variety of free sports and physical activities in their own neighbourhood. Everyone is welcome to join in, have fun, get active, and connect with others. From light activity to intense workouts, in every neighbourhood. Give yourself a boost and discover what suits you best.

LAB111

Humans of Film Festival

A social and cultural-societal film festival returns to the LAB111 for a 5th edition in 2022. A unique film festival where (inter)national catchy 'human interest' documentaries and feature films are shown, with a broad fringe program consisting of various discussions, with panel members of social-societal organizations. The Humans of Film Festival is a niche in the Dutch film landscape.

Amstelveld

Klassiek op het Amstelveld

Classical music at Amstelveld

Klassiek op het Amstelveld is an annual free open-air festival where the making and experiencing of classical music by and for the youth is central. We bring together talents from all over the world and show that origin and age should not play a role in classical music.

Humans of Film Festival: Amsterdam 750

Humans of Film Festival celebrates its fifth edition with a groundbreaking and diverse film programme of socially engaged cinema that rarely reach the big screen. At film house LAB111, urgent stories, multiple generations, and communities come together for a weekend full of fresh insights and connection around the theme 'Intergenerational | Then, Now and Later'.

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