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Music Guide (November 2025)

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Amsterdam Dance Event

In 2026, Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) will return wit a new edition.  ADE is the mecca for fans of the international electronic music scene. 5 days and nights, 200+ stages, 2,500+ artists. Explore the ADE Festival program, follow your favorite artists & events and buy your tickets now while they're still available... Please note: Dates and times mentioned for 2026 are subject to change.

Nelson Mandelapark

Kwaku Summer Festival

What started 51 years ago as a football tournament for the neighbourhood has now been a grand celebration of the identity of the Zuidoost district for years. The Nelson Mandela Park will be the scene of dance, music, film, food and of course football for four weekends.  The festival will return to Nelson Mandela Park in 2026. Please note: The dates for 2026 are subject to change.

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Grachtenfestival 2024 Valvetronic Brassband Tolhuistuin

Grachtenfestival, Arjan Linker, de Rode Hoed

Grachtenfestival, Amsterdamse Gracht, Melle Meivogel

Grachtenfestival 2024, Nymphéas Trombone Quartet

Grachtenfestival 2024 Griegs Wonderland Planetarium Artis

Grachtenfestival 2024: Lisa Jacobs Lisa Jacobs & String Soloists, Het Scheepvaartmuseum

Grachtenfestival 2024 Operette Salon; Krasnapolsky

Grachtenfestival 2024, Pat Thomas & Berima Amo, Tolhuistuin Club

Grachtenfestival Amsterdam

In 2026, the Grachtenfestival will return to Amsterdam for the 29th edition. At the Grachtenfestival everything starts with music. Young musicians from all over the world surprise you with their own musical stories. With more than 95 locations, the Grachtenfestival will again be present this year in all parts of Amsterdam, with many free neighborhood concerts, but also at unique locations such as the Royal Palace on Dam Square, the ARTIS Planetarium and Fabrique des Lumières. This ensures that the Canal Festival always continues to innovate and allows visitors to (re)discover the city.

Oosterpark

Roots Open Air

Roots Air 2019

Amsterdam Roots Festival

In 2025 Amsterdam Roots Festival returns to Oosterpark with a sparkling program full of music, circus, dance, theatre, children's activities and workshops. The lineup features an impressive mix of artists from around the world, including Ghana's Florence Adooni and South Korea's Ak Dan Gwang Chil. This year's theme is 'Blind Spots', with which the festival wants to contribute to a more inclusive and connected society. Please note: Listed dates and times for 2025 are subject to change.

Het Amsterdamse Bos

Dekmantel Festival

The Amsterdamse Bos (Amsterdam Forest)

The multi-day Dekmantel Festival, which guarantees quality house and techno, will return to the Amsterdamse Bos in Amstelveen in the summer of 2026. Please note: the dates and times mentioned for 2026 are subject to change.

Meervaart

Meervaart Theatre

Sloterplasfestival

In 2026, the Sloterplas Festival will likely return with a new edition. Here you'll find a musical melting pot that reflects the spirit of the neighborhood. Local talent will share the stage with national and international stars, there will be street theater, and a food court. Please note: The dates and times listed for 2026 are approximate and subject to change.

LatinVillage Festival

LatinVillage Festival is one day, the best music, the best vibes in Spaarnwoude Park. The ultimate Latin music festival in the Netherlands, where you can enjoy the best Latin beats, worldly vibes and an unforgettable atmosphere.  In 2026 you can enjoy a mix of top artists, DJs, dance and culture. Get ready for a day full of reggaeton, salsa, bachata and more! The minimum age is 18 years. Please note: Date and time for 2026 are subject to change.

Vunzige Deuntjes Festival

In July 2026, Vunzige Deuntjes Festival returns to the Amsterdamse Bos in Amstelveen. Please note: Date and time mentionend for 2026 are subject to change.

Westerpark

Milkshake Festival

In 2026, Milkshake Festival, the multi-genre music festival, returns to Amsterdam. It has since become one of the capital's favorites. Milkshake Festival isn't just a dance festival; it's a celebration where respect, freedom, love, tolerance, and fun are paramount. Please note: The dates and times listed for 2026 are subject to change.

NDSM-werf

NDSM Wharf

DGTL festival

DGTL is ready to create a new inspiring and innovative environment where people can grow, dance, unite and feel free. It is time to shake off all labels and form a community that celebrates individuality.

Major music events in Amsterdam

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

Paradiso

Housed in a former church, Paradiso is one of Amsterdam’s most iconic live music venues. With its stunning stained-glass windows, historic architecture, and world-class acoustics, it offers an unforgettable setting for concerts, club nights, and festivals. A cornerstone of the city’s music scene, Paradiso continues to attract top international and emerging talent.

Bekijk hoe het Muziekgebouw aan 't IJ een bezoek voor mensen met een beperking of handicap toegankelijk maakt.

https://www.muziekgebouw.nl/nl/pQoZVUw/je-bezoek/toegankelijkheid

Muziekgebouw aan 't IJ

Muziekgebouw aan 't IJ - Grote Zaal

Muziekgebouw aan ’t IJ is an internationally renowned, open and welcoming music venue in Amsterdam that excels in concerts of contemporary music and the related genres of classical, jazz, electronic music and global.

Tolhuistuin

The Tolhuistuin ('Tollhouse Garden') is one of Amsterdam Noord’s liveliest cultural hotspots.

Bitterzoet

Located on Spuistraat, just a short walk from Central Station, Bitterzoet is a dynamic music venue that seamlessly blends bar, club, and theatre under one roof. With a sleek yet gritty aesthetic, this beloved hotspot is a haven for music lovers who enjoy an ever-changing lineup of DJs, live bands and cultural performances.

https://www.ziggodome.nl/en/info/accessibility

Bekijk hoe Ziggo Dome een bezoek voor mensen met een beperking of handicap toegankelijk maakt.

Ziggo Dome

Located in the Zuidoost district of Amsterdam, the Ziggo Dome is the city's largest multi-purpose entertainment location.

Bekijk hoe P60 een bezoek voor mensen met een beperking of handicap toegankelijk maakt.

This club and live music venue in Amstelveen, near Amsterdam, specialises in hosting smaller touring bands and acts as well as up-and-coming local musicians. The club nights focus on techno, electro and indie.

Cinetol

Cinetol is a small pop stage, culutral broedplaats (breeding ground) for creatives and a place for cultural programs, meetings and events in Amsterdam Zuid. There are several rooms available for room rental. At the bottom of the building is the cafebar: Tolbar.

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OCCII

Get a taste of Amsterdam's old squat culture in this legendary (legalised) squat, directly facing the southern gates of Vondelpark. OCCII is a community in itself. Sure, you can drop in here most nights to delve into the underworld of the global music scene (think queer punk nights, hardcore, glitchcore, new wave, experimental hip-hop, metal, indie and obscure jazz). But there's much more to the heart and soul of this complex, including a vegan café, rehearsal studios, children's theatre and other DIY projects.

https://www.orgelpark.nl/en/visiting-and-tickets

Orgelpark

Housed in the heritage-listed Parkkerk, the Orgelpark is an international concert hall in Amsterdam for organists, composers and other artists. Their aim is to give the organ a new face in contemporary musical culture. Located close to the Vondelpark, the Orgelpark offers a modern series of performances throughout the year where musical forms fuse with the organ taking centre stage.

https://www.concertgebouw.nl/en/accessibility

Concertgebouw

Het Koninklijk Concertgebouw

The Royal Concertgebouw Amsterdam

The Royal Concertgebouw is one of the world's most renowned concert venues, acclaimed for its excellent acoustics and top-quality programming. The institution is home to the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra.

Bekijk hoe het Bimhuis een bezoek voor mensen met een beperking of handicap toegankelijk maakt

https://www.bimhuis.nl/planjebezoek/toegankelijkheid

Bimhuis

The Bimhuis places Amsterdam clearly on the map as a leading European jazz city, regularly welcoming acclaimed domestic and international acts from the jazz and improvisation scenes.

NedPhO-Koepel

The NedPhO-Koepel is located in the Indische Buurt, a musical hotspot just a few minutes walk from Amsterdam Muiderpoort station. The Netherlands Philharmonic Orchestra/Netherlands Chamber Orchestra rehearses here for concerts in the Concertgebouw and De Nationale Opera. Be welcome at free public rehearsals and surprising (children's) concerts.

https://q-factory-amsterdam.nl/pagina/info

Q-Factory

Q-Factory is the biggest music-making-centre in Europe and offers musicians, actors and dancers all kinds of opportunities to rehearse, perform and/or record. Enjoy live music in one of our halls. Have a Q-Burger or ice-cold beer in our Café / Restaurant and stay over at our mighty fine music hotel. Q-Factory is a hotspot for music-lovers from all over the world. It’s an inspiring location and a professional, creative hub for young entrepreneurs and established companies.

Bekijk hoe het Vondelpark Openlucht Theater een bezoek voor mensen met een beperking of handicap toegankelijk maakt.

Vondelpark Open Air Theatre

Head to the Vondelpark Open Air Theatre in Amsterdam to catch summertime performances from children's acts, classical concerts or the latest pop stars from home and abroad. The theatre is typically active from May through September and busiest on summer weekends.

De Nieuwe Anita

You may feel like you've wandered into somebody's living room when you enter De Nieuwe Anita. Decked out in mis-matched home furnishings, chintzy lampshades and comfy armchairs, it's not hard to see why this cosy venue is one of Amsterdam West's most popular and long-standing hotspots.

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