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 in the New Year. The Dutch know how to have a good time and the capital is a gezellige (warm and friendly) host.
Celebrations in Amsterdam
New Year's Eve in Amsterdam is wild, colourful and fun. Street parties erupt with throngs of people from all over the world joining in the festivities. Fireworks illuminate the night sky and the city thrums in a cacophony of rockets, aerials, brocades, bangers and glittering willows. There will not be an official city-sponsored firework display this year, but you can expect to see a host of firework shows lighting up various locations around Amsterdam. Street level can be a bit chaotic in the midst of all the revelry, so you may want to find a nice rooftop perch like the Skylounge, Floor17 or Canvas to ring in the new year.
The roaring twenties are back and Amsterdam is ready to roll out another decade of glamour, glitz, culture and cuisine. If your new year's resolution list includes enjoying all there is to see and do in this vibrant city, here is some inspiration to make sure your 2020 in Amsterdam is the absolute bee's knees.
This delicious Dutch treat is traditionally served on New Year’s Eve, but the oliebollenkramen (oliebollen stalls) start popping up in the lead up to Christmas. Here are five top-rated spots to get your fill.
New Year's Eve in Amsterdam is great fun, but it is important to be prepared for the festivities. Read up on safety tips, road closures, public transportation information and firework rules to make sure you celebrate safely.
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