Infographic: King's Day in Amsterdam
King's Day (formerly Queen's Day) must turn every other monarchy in the world green with envy as Amsterdam and the rest of the Netherlands turn a brig...
Many events and festivals, such as the Grachtenfestival, the Uitmarkt, Amsterdam Gay Pride, the IDFA and many others return annually, marking their spot in Amsterdam’s cultural year with pleasing regularity.
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10 fun facts about King’s Day
Amsterdam’s famous King's Day carnival is held on 27 April and sees over a million people spill into the streets and onto the canals to paint the town...
Quiz: Find your perfect Amsterdam Valentine's date
Amsterdam makes a beautiful backdrop to any Valentine's date - and whether you're a swooning romantic or a laid back lover, you'll always find somethi...
Top 14 tips for Valentine's Day
Amsterdam is one of the most romantic cities in the world, so being here for Valentine's Day is an opportunity not to be missed. Cosy up for dinner, t...
Monthly event calendar
King's Day, Gay Pride, Easter and Valentine's Day are just some of the events featured on our Amsterdam annual calendar of events.
Sinterklaas
Although he looks a bit like Father Christmas or Santa Claus, ‘Sinterklaas’ (Saint Nicholas) is a very Dutch character loved by children and adults al...
Top 12 holiday season events
There's no shortage of festive events going on in Amsterdam during the holiday season. Christmas markets, winter festivals, classical concerts, ice sk...
TCS Amsterdam Marathon
When it comes to running events, you could say Amsterdam has a personal best: the TCS Amsterdam Marathon. Held annually in mid-October, the event draw...
Easter in Amsterdam
With the tulips in bloom and spring in the air, there is no better place to be than in Amsterdam during the long Easter weekend. In 2019, Easter Sunda...
Celebrate New Year's in Amsterdam
Whether you’re a party animal or a romantic, young of years or young-at-heart, a big spender or on a budget, Amsterdam is a great city to ring i...
Remembrance and Liberation Day
Amsterdam joins the rest of the Netherlands on 4 May when its citizens pause to pay their respects to the victims and fallen soldiers of World War II,...
November
Browse I amsterdam's November highlights for an idea of the festivals, performances and other special events in store throughout the month.