Evening of Dutch language practice and games at Buurthuis 't Claverhuis in the Jordaan, hosted by Amsterdam Language Cafe and Koentact Dutch Language School. Special guest Suzanne, creator of the popular party game Dutch Citizenshit, will be present to explain the game and play with the group. Games, snacks, and drinks in a casual, welcoming […]

Thinking about learning Dutch? Koentact language school opens its doors for a free evening on August 4: meet the teachers, see their out-of-the-classroom method in action, join a trial lesson for beginners (19:00–20:30) or get a level assessment if you already have some Dutch. Doors open 18:45 at Da Costastraat 36.Where: MBO College Centrum – […]

Learn traditional bookbinding techniques at Museum Het Schip. Create a bound book to take home. Afternoon workshop for hands-on makers.Where: Museum Het Schip – De Amsterdamse SchoolMore info & tickets

Learn the art of bookbinding in a hands-on afternoon workshop at Museum Het Schip — the spectacular Amsterdam School building in the Westerpark area. Sessions run 14:00–16:30; tickets required. The series continues through August 8.Where: Museum Het Schip, WesterparkMore info & tickets

Amsterdam's first-ever decoden workshop, a Japanese art form where you decorate objects with fake cream, gems, and charms to look like frosted cakes. Choose from mirrors, photo frames, phone cases, or other objects. All materials and instruction included; projects take 2–3 hours and are ready to take home to dry. Monthly second Sunday at 1:30 […]

Foam photography museum is running free drop-in workshops tied to its Martin Parr exhibition, open to all through August 9, Wednesdays 2–4pm. No booking required — just show up and explore the work of one of Britain's most beloved documentary photographers.Where: Foam Photography Museum, Keizersgracht 609More info & tickets

Foam Amsterdam is running free drop-in workshops tied to its Martin Parr exhibition every afternoon from 14:00–16:00, until August 9. No sign-up needed — just show up and explore photography with one of the world's most beloved documentary photographers as your inspiration.Where: Foam AmsterdamMore info & tickets

Workshop at de Appel examining objects in the exhibition as expressions of different realities. Participants explore how different places function within their own time rhythms, shaped by instability, labor conditions, political contexts, and local calendars.Where: de AppelMore info & tickets

Join weekly choir rehearsals at De Boshalte in the Amsterdamse Bos area — a free, drop-in singing session running through mid-August. No experience needed; just show up at 14:00 and sing. A lovely summer activity and a natural way to meet people.Where: De Boshalte, AmstelveenMore info & tickets

Beginner-friendly group kayaking outing in Amsterdamse Bos. Shared 2-person kayaks, 2 hours on the water, followed by casual hangout at the waterside bar. No experience necessary. Perfect for meeting people while enjoying nature and summer weather.Where: Kanoverhuur Amsterdamse Bos, Grote Speelweide 5, AmstelveenMore info & tickets

Practice English in a relaxed setting with language learners and native speakers. Two workshops with a social break in between. All levels A1+ welcome; free event with optional donations supporting disadvantaged students.Where: Koentact, Elandsgracht, JordaanMore info & tickets

The Amsterdam City Archives brings the jazz of the 1930s to life with a permanent exhibition and musical program — including this hands-on tap dance workshop led by Marike Hetjes. A fun, culturally rich way to move to the sounds of the golden age of swing.Where: ZOJazz Stage, BijlmerpleinMore info & tickets

Learn the basics of screen printing in a hands-on beginner workshop at Baggerbeest in Oost. Sessions run 1:00–4:00 PM — tickets available.Where: Baggerbeest, OostMore info & tickets