Essentially Amsterdam Staff

Ministers want manufacturers to set up a nationwide collection system within five years. Industry groups warn the scheme could add hundreds of euros in annual costs for families

8 September 2026

☀️ Essentially Amsterdam voor dinsdag 8 september: Zoektocht naar nieuwe nachtburgemeester, people mover in IJtunnel, Boom Chicago 30 jaar

8 September 2026

☀️ Essentially Amsterdam for Tuesday 8 September: Search for next night mayor, people mover in IJtunnel, Boom Chicago at 30

8 September 2026

Investigators are broadcasting an audio recording of a caller involved in the massive data breach at telecom provider Odido. The man tricked customer support staff into giving him

7 September 2026

An advocacy group has proposed installing automated shuttles in the tunnel to carry cyclists and pedestrians between Noord and the city centre. The system would use one car

7 September 2026

Lea Witmondt received the Andreaspenning as Het Eetbare Plantsoen marked ten years in the Borgerbuurt. Deputy mayor Lian Heinhuis presented the honour for her community work.

7 September 2026

Artist Justin Gignac celebrated twenty-five years of selling trash cubes by launching an Amsterdam series. His limited edition of 174 boxes sold for up to 100 euros each.

7 September 2026

The Council of State cleared the development to proceed after years of legal disputes. Neighbours now plan to contest the operating licence and point to upcoming rental law

7 September 2026

A cryptic video posted to social media points toward an upcoming show in the city. The Johan Cruijff Arena was also named in a leaked schedule published by

7 September 2026

Offices, roads and trains face extreme congestion on Tuesdays and Thursdays while other days remain quiet. Employers and transport operators are now testing incentives and schedule changes to

7 September 2026

Residents are being invited to photograph shapes they spot in the sky above the district. Their submissions will help shape a new public art installation by Yasser Ballemans.

7 September 2026

CBS flagship 60 Minutes has profiled the Leidseplein comedy troupe that launched Seth Meyers, Jordan Peele and the creators of Ted Lasso. Correspondent Jon Wertheim reports on thirty

7 September 2026

The city is looking for its next nightlife representative, with applications now open to the public. Final voting takes place at the Melkweg venue in November.

7 September 2026

☀️ Essentially Amsterdam voor maandag 7 september: Zwemmers duiken de grachten in, kookadvies voor kraanwater in Noord, Diljit Dosanjh

6 September 2026

☀️ Essentially Amsterdam for Monday 7 September: Swimmers take to the canals, boil water warning in Noord, Diljit Dosanjh

6 September 2026

More than 3,000 participants took part in the Amsterdam City Swim on Sunday to raise funds for muscular disease research. Swimmers completed a two-kilometre course from the Keizersgracht

6 September 2026

Several chains, eateries, and cultural institutions in Amsterdam offer complimentary treats to people celebrating a birthday. Most offers require advance registration in a customer loyalty program with a

6 September 2026

Bakeries and cafes across Oud-West, Westerpark, and Bos en Lommer offer distinct takes on the Dutch classic. Options range from traditional family recipes to gluten-free pastries and apple

6 September 2026

Dozens of local organisations will gather on Oranje-Vrijstaatplein to showcase neighbourhood projects, services and activities. Admission to the afternoon programme is free and open to all.

6 September 2026

Enforcement officers ordered an erotic massage parlour to remove two sidewalk flags while neighbouring shops kept theirs. The city district has now reversed course after a complaint of

6 September 2026