Amsterdam Weekend Guide (6–8 November)

ART & EXHIBITIONS

Tutankhamun

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Towering temples emerge from darkness, golden treasures gleam in the light and ancient Egypt unfolds around you. This winter, Tutankhamuntakes you on a spectacular journey to over 3,400 years ago. Combining archaeology, storytelling and innovative technology, this 360-degree exhibition in the hallowed halls of the Olympic Stadium, offers an immersive experience for curious minds of all ages, revealing the riches of Tutankhamun’s world and the mysteries surrounding his life and death, but also the beliefs and rituals that shaped an extraordinary civilisation. 

• Tutankhamun | until 28 February | Olympic Stadium

Masterpiece Amsterdam

In the 17th century, Amsterdam grew into one of the most important trading cities in the world. The city changed rapidly and was keen to show off its wealth. Artists captured this flourishing period in paintings and cityscapes. In this exhibition, you can see their works and discover how Amsterdam developed into an international metropolis and what life in the city was like at the time.

• 6 November to 7 March | Amsterdam City Archives | more information

Some Wild Kind of Language

What if not only the art, but also the space around it determines how you experience an exhibition? In Some Wild Kind of Language, American artist Adam Pendleton invites you to look at art in a different way. One of the highlights is the historic staircase of the Stedelijk Museum, whose walls have been painted completely black. Eight ink drawings hang in this so-called ‘black cube’. His abstract paintings can also be seen in the Gallery of Honour, in which paint, geometric shapes and fragments of text have been applied in different layers on top of one another. Thanks to this layering, you keep discovering new details.

• until 17 January | Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam | more information

FESTIVALS & EVENTS

Editor's Pick: Make It Yourself Festival

What can you make from reused materials? At the Make It Yourself Festival, you’ll discover how to creatively reuse everyday items. Learn, for example, how to make a cuddly toy from old clothes, create your own tea blend or get started with one of the other workshops. There are special activities for children, from building castles and rockets out of cardboard to making lanterns from leftover materials. The latter will of course come in handy for St Martin’s Day on 11 November. Prefer to work on sustainable solutions for your home? At the Sustainable Home Fair, various organisations will offer tips and advice on insulation, saving energy and grants.

• 8 November | 12.00–16.00 | De Hallen, De Passage | free | more information

Le Petit French Café pop-up

An evening in Paris, right in the heart of Vondelpark. Le Petit French Café is taking over ’t Blauwe Theehuis for a pop-up serving French dishes and wines. The menu features a special 3-course dinner for €39.50 per person. A lovely setting for an evening of French dining.

• 6 to 8 November | ’t Blauwe Theehuis | € 39.50 | more information

PAN Amsterdam

PAN Amsterdam returns to RAI Amsterdam for its 39th edition. More than 125 galleries, art dealers and antiques dealers from the Netherlands and abroad will present a diverse range, from Old Masters, Asian art and design to contemporary art, jewellery and special collectibles. This year, there is also a particular focus on fashion, with special collaborations between fashion designers, artists and brands.

• 1 to 8 November 2026 | RAI Amsterdam (Hall 8) | from € 30 | buy tickets

CONCERTS & PARTIES

British DJ and producer Marsh has released three albums to date and performed at international venues such as Printworks and Red Rocks. He is known for his extended DJ sets and productions in which tranquil passages alternate with driving beats. This coming Saturday, he will take to the decks at Melkweg, with a set that brings house and trance together. A good reason to head out on Saturday night.

• 7 November | 7.00 pm | Melkweg | from € 28.75 | more information

Brian Fallon & The Painkillers + Chris Farren

American singer-songwriter Brian Fallon made a name for himself as the frontman of rock band The Gaslight Anthem. He has since released five solo albums, including his latest record, Not Bad For New Jersey. His songs are influenced by Americana and rock, with personal lyrics and a raw edge. At Paradiso, he will take to the stage with his regular band, The Painkillers. American singer-songwriter Chris Farren will kick off the evening. A great way to round off the weekend.

• 8 November | 7.00 pm (doors open) | Paradiso | € 39.30 | more information

Noha Saré

With sold-out headline shows and her debut release What Am I Made Of (2025), Amsterdam-based singer-songwriter Noha Saré has already made quite a name for herself. Since then, she has played several sold-out headline shows and collaborated with producer and songwriter Jake Isaac. At Tolhuistuin, she will perform new material from her next release, alongside songs from her debut. A great opportunity to discover her music live and get an early introduction to her new work.

• 8 November 2026 | Tolhuistuin | more information

RESTAURANTS & BARS

Wils Café

A French bistro with an Amsterdam accent: on 8 November, Michelin-starred chef Joris Bijdendijk will open Wils Café on the Weesperzijde. The chef, known for restaurants Wils and RIJKS®, wants to create a place where local residents can drop in just as easily for coffee and the newspaper as for a glass of wine or a leisurely meal. On the menu: French bistro dishes and Amsterdam classics. Think steak tartare, pastry cases filled with veal ragout, and ossenworst from De Wit butchers with pickles from De Leeuw. Every week, the chefs also come up with a new special, such as schnitzel fried in beef dripping or chicken with leeks and tarragon, a classic from Bijdendijk’s repertoire. And then there are the boiled eggs on the bar, a nod to the old-fashioned café atmosphere Bijdendijk wants to create with Wils Café.

And if you’re going on a café or pub crawl anyway, these cosy brown cafés are definitely worth a visit too.

• Wils Café | open Monday–Saturday 12:00–22:00, Sunday 12:00–17:00 | price range €-€€ | Weesperzijde 147

The Salon

A new name on the façade, but the same familiar pizza oven: the team behind Buurtcafé De Tros is taking over Buurman de With and opening De Salon in De Baarsjes on 1 November. The menu features pizzas with adventurous toppings, such as ’nduja vodka sauce and hay cheese with caramelised onion. The bambini haven’t been forgotten either, with a special children’s pizza. Alongside the pizzas, you’ll find other flavourful dishes on the menu, such as steak tartare with crispy string fries and aubergine with Parmesan and tomato sauce. The extensive wine list is also well worth a mention. It has been put together by sommelier Rosemarie Veldhoen. Choose a refreshing fizz, such as crémant or pét-nat, or ask for advice on a food and wine pairing to match. A lovely new spot for an evening with French and Italian flair.

• De Salon | open Wednesday-Sunday 13:00-17:00, closed Monday-Tuesday | price range €-€€ | Witte de Withstraat 102

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