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Oliver Heldens and guests take over the MAX room
The Dutch producer headlines late alongside Badger, Jørd, and Will Clarke for an eighteen-and-over crowd.
11 September 2026
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Vinyasa flow and mantra singing at Yoga met Fabio
English-language Vinyasa flow combining physical movement, mantra singing and relaxation, so bring your own mat along.
22 September 2026
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Felt landscape crafting for young children
Children cut and assemble colourful miniature landscapes using felt sheets, pipe cleaners, and glue.
22 September 2026
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Early morning Yin Yoga: The Wisdom of Your Body
Gabriele Galassi guides floor postures targeting the Wood Element, moving outdoors into the museum garden when weather allows.
22 September 2026
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Walk through the World Press Photo Exhibition 2026
An exhibition team member leads visitors past the year's winning photojournalism entries for one hour.
22 September 2026
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Druk&Proef 3 printmaking exhibition opening at Stadsherstel
Eighty-one printmakers exhibit A4 etchings, lithographs, and linocuts priced at 125 euros each, organised by Stichting Grafein.
21 September 2026
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Small-group ramp skateboarding lesson for kids
Young skaters practise balance and basic ramp techniques in five-person coaching sessions with their own gear.
21 September 2026
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Craft articulated cardboard jumping jacks for Kinderboekenweek
Children assemble moving puppets using precut cardboard pieces, split pins, and string under guided supervision.
21 September 2026
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Hardanger violin and Grieg at the Royal Concertgebouw
Norwegian folk fiddling opens Grieg's classic suite, followed by Tchaikovsky's sweeping string serenade in an intermission-free Sunday morning performance.
21 September 2026
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Free student freerunning trial session with Fit Earth
Students learn basic vaults, jumps, and obstacle navigation either out on the street or inside a dedicated movement gym.
20 September 2026
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Ennio Drost leads an alternative Sunday celebration at Binnenwaai
Stories, live musical accompaniment, and dedicated children's activities shape this modern service, followed by hot tea and coffee.
19 September 2026
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Singles walk from Eye Filmmuseum out to NDSM-werf
Walkers aged roughly thirty to forty pair up via personality survey matching along the northern waterfront route.
19 September 2026
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Join a 30+ Singles Amsterdam-Noord Wandeling toward NDSM
Singles in their thirties meet by the river for a waterfront stroll, paired using personality compatibility results.
19 September 2026
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Vocal quartet Storm in a Jar plays Plein Theater
Four female voices blend early choral music, contemporary scores and vocal improvisation for an hour in Oost.
19 September 2026
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Four-part vocal improvisation with Storm in a Jar
Four female vocalists weave contemporary classical scores with older choral arrangements and unscripted vocal improvisation.
19 September 2026
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Felt landscape crafting for young children at De Kinderboekwinkel
Children cut and glue colourful felt scraps and pipe cleaners to build miniature scenery over an hour.
19 September 2026
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Staff-led walk through the World Press Photo Exhibition 2026
An insider tour exploring global photojournalism highlights, included free with regular admission to the gothic nave on Dam Square.
19 September 2026
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Pond dipping and aquatic wildlife safari for kids
Children grab nets and inspect tiny underwater creatures found swimming along the edges of the remediated plot.
19 September 2026
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Acoustic arrangements of Hans Zimmer and Ludovico Einaudi film scores
Ensemble La Chapelle Sauvage reinterprets iconic music from Interstellar and contemporary cinematic themes on acoustic instruments.
18 September 2026
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Designer Marc van der Voorn on material selection
The Dutch designer walks through his studio workflow, focusing on how raw material choices direct shape and production.
17 September 2026
