Uitpas tips in November

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With the Uitpas Benefit Subscription, you get discounts on a film, concert, museum, or event. The digital card costs €2.50 per month, and with it, you save 40% at over 60 locations in Amsterdam.

Horror and Magic

Step into a world of horror, science fiction, and fantasy during the Imagine Fantastic Film Festival 2026. Discover how new media technologies feed our fears and fascinations, and immerse yourself in the magical realism of Latin American cinema. Highlights include the world premiere of PH1SHed_ and brand-new 4K restorations of cult classic Donnie Darko and the Mexican classic Macario.

29 October – 3 November, 12:00–23:00 | LAB111, Arie Biemondstraat 111 | Tickets available at the door (starting 4 hours before the event)

The Famous Boom Chicago Improv Comedy Show

Give your abs a good work out with a night of laughs at Boom Chicago, Amsterdam’s home for English-language improv and stand-up comedy. Expect energetic performances packed with quick improvisation, sharp dialogue, and live music. For over thirty years, Boom Chicago has been an important stage for local and international comic talent. Legends such as Seth Meyers, Jordan Peele, and Jason Sudeikis have all performed here. Grab a seat, order a drink, and enjoy the show.

Wednesday–Saturday, various times | Boom Chicago, Rozengracht 117 | Tickets available at the door (starting 4 hours before the event)

Open Studio

The Rembrandt House Museum is the only place in the world where you can experience how Rembrandt once lived. Located in the house where he lived and worked for 19 years and created many of his masterpieces, the museum offers a unique glimpse into his life.

From 13 November, artists Marije Gertenbach and Shani Leseman will work live in the museum as part of the fifth edition of Rembrandt Open Studio. Follow their creative process up close, discover new artworks, and engage in conversation with the artists themselves.

From 13 November, daily, 09:00–13:00 | Rembrandt House Museum, Jodenbreestraat 4 | Tickets available at the door or online

Explore During Museum Night

November means one thing: Museum Night! As tradition dictates, on the first Saturday of November, more than 65 museums across Amsterdam open their doors at night. From guided tours and workshops to special performances and after-parties, there’s something for everyone. Explore the city and discover everything Amsterdam’s museums have to offer.

Tickets can be purchased online using the special discount code available on the Uitpas login page.

7 November, 19:00–02:00 | Various locations throughout Amsterdam | Tickets available online

Only 10s (18+)

It’s hard to imagine now, but moustaches, duck faces, dog filters, and Vine videos were once the height of cool. Travel back to the carefree internet years of 2010–2019 and dance the night away to tracks like Gangnam Style, King Kunta, Shake It Off, Starships, Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.), Whistle, and Wrecking Ball.

Miss Avicii, Katy Perry, Disclosure, One Direction, and the Taylor Swift of the 2010s? Get your duck face ready and welcome back the decade.

7 November, 23:30 | Melkweg, Lijnbaansgracht 234A | Tickets available starting 4 hours before the event

PRESENT

Step inside Museum Van Loon and discover how one of Amsterdam’s wealthy families once lived. Wander through historic rooms, admire antique furniture and family portraits, and visit the garden and coach house.

Currently on display in the Red Bedroom is PRESENT, a textile installation by Malaysian artist Marcos Kueh. Through four woven tapestries, Kueh tells a personal story about family, love, and loss. His work gives new meaning to this historic space and invites visitors to see both art and objects from a fresh perspective.

Monday–Friday, 09:00–13:00 | Museum Van Loon, Keizersgracht 672 | Tickets available at the door or online

From Spider Monkeys to Penguins

Discover animals and plants from around the globe at ARTIS Park. Watch playful baby elephants, spot the black spider monkey, and learn more about jaguars and gorillas from the animal caretakers.

In the ARTIS Aquarium, marvel at colorful fish and coral reefs, and find out what lives beneath the surface of Amsterdam’s canals. At the planetarium, travel among the stars and planets while learning about the universe.

A fun and educational day out for the whole family!

Monday–Friday, 10:00–13:00 | ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo, Plantage Kerklaan 38–40 | Tickets available at the door

Graffiti Culture in Focus

The exhibition ART IS NOT A CRIME showcases the work of American photographer and documentary filmmaker Henry Chalfant, a pioneering figure in the Dutch graffiti scene.

The exhibition features life-sized images of graffiti-covered subway cars, some more than three metres high, creating an immersive experience. Visitors also discover how Chalfant’s photographs reached Amsterdam in 1984, inspired local youth, and helped transform graffiti into a global culture.

Monday 12:00–13:00, Tuesday–Friday 10:00–13:00 | STRAAT Museum, NDSM-Plein 1 | Tickets available online

Art for Everyone

Discover the Moco Museum on Amsterdam’s Museumplein. Housed in a historic townhouse, the museum features modern and contemporary works by renowned artists including Banksy, Andy Warhol, and Yayoi Kusama.

Be inspired by colorful artworks, immersive installations, and exhibitions that offer new perspectives on the world around us. It's a must-visit for lovers of modern art and street art.

Monday–Friday, 10:00–13:00 | Moco Museum, Honthorststraat 20 | Tickets available online

A Hidden Church in the Attic

Museum Our Lord in the Attic is a remarkable seventeenth-century canal house in the heart of Amsterdam. Wander through historic living rooms, kitchens, and narrow corridors before discovering a fully functioning church hidden on the top floor.

Built in 1663, the church dates from a time when Catholics were not allowed to practise their faith openly. The museum tells the story of this secret church and offers a fascinating look at religious life in the past.

Good to know: the museum also participates in Museum Night.

Monday–Friday, 10:00–13:00 | Museum Our Lord in the Attic, Oudezijds Voorburgwal 38 | Tickets available online

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