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SUMMARY:Free Outdoor Choir Rehearsals at De Boshalte — Running Through August
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWhere: De Boshalte\, Amstelveen \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/free-outdoor-choir-rehearsals-at-de-boshalte-running-through-august/
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SUMMARY:"Chatting & Coffee" Language Meetup at Westerpark Coffee
DESCRIPTION:A free weekly language exchange over coffee at Westerpark Coffee\, running every week through August 20. Drop in\, practice Dutch or another language\, and meet fellow language learners in a relaxed setting. 1:30–2:30 p.m. Free entry. \nWhere: Westerpark Coffee \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/chatting-coffee-language-meetup-at-westerpark-coffee/
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SUMMARY:Kletsen & Koffie: Free Weekly Language Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday from July 9 through August 20\, Westerpark Coffee hosts a free one-hour drop-in language meetup — a low-key\, social way to practice Dutch (or just chat with neighbors) over coffee. No registration needed\, just show up. A recurring summer staple ideal for internationals looking to connect and pick up the language. \nWhere: Westerperk Café\, Kostverlorenstraat 11H \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/kletsen-koffie-free-weekly-language-meetup/
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SUMMARY:Campfire Karaoke — Every Friday All Summer at Camping Zeeburg
DESCRIPTION:Grab a spot around the campfire and belt out your favorites at Camping Zeeburg’s free outdoor karaoke nights\, running every Friday evening from July 3 through August 28. No ticket needed — just show up. A genuinely fun summer ritual on the city’s eastern edge. \nWhere: Camping Zeeburg \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/campfire-karaoke-every-friday-all-summer-at-camping-zeeburg/
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SUMMARY:Campfire Karaoke Nights at Camping Zeeburg — Free All Summer
DESCRIPTION:Every Friday evening this summer\, Camping Zeeburg hosts free campfire karaoke sessions from 7–9 pm. Grab a spot outdoors\, belt out your favorites\, and enjoy the summer vibes by the water — no ticket needed. Running through late August. \nWhere: Camping Zeeburg\, Amsterdam \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/campfire-karaoke-nights-at-camping-zeeburg-free-all-summer/
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SUMMARY:Campfire Karaoke Every Friday Night at Camping Zeeburg — Free All Summer
DESCRIPTION:Every Friday evening through August 28\, Camping Zeeburg runs Campfire Karaoke outdoors — free to join\, 7–9 pm. Whether you’re a confident crooner or just enjoy the spectacle around a fire\, it’s one of Amsterdam’s more charmingly low-key summer traditions. \nWhere: Camping Zeeburg Amsterdam \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/campfire-karaoke-every-friday-night-at-camping-zeeburg-free-all-summer/
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SUMMARY:Soap-Making Workshop at Nature Bar in De Hallen
DESCRIPTION:Learn to make your own natural soap at Nature Bar\, a soap-making studio and sustainable shop inside De Hallen. The workshop runs Saturdays and/or multiple dates from July 4 through August 29\, 10:00–12:30. Tickets required. \nWhere: Nature Bar – De Hallen\, Oud-West \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/soap-making-workshop-at-nature-bar-in-de-hallen/
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SUMMARY:Soap-Making Workshop at Nature Bar in De Hallen
DESCRIPTION:Learn to make your own natural soap at Nature Bar\, the soap distillery and sustainable shop tucked inside De Hallen. Sessions run most Saturdays from July 4 through August 29\, 10:00–12:30. Tickets required — check the website for available dates. \nWhere: Nature Bar – De Hallen\, Oud-West \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/soap-making-workshop-at-nature-bar-in-de-hallen-2/
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SUMMARY:Special Trees at Country Estates in 's-Graveland
DESCRIPTION:Guided excursion series exploring notable trees on historic estates in ‘s-Graveland (Gooi en Vecht region). July 4–August 29. Tickets available. Arboretum and heritage focus; good for nature lovers and those exploring Amsterdam’s nearby green hinterland. \nWhere: Bezoekerscentrum Gooi en Vecht\, ‘s-Graveland \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/special-trees-at-country-estates-in-s-graveland/
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SUMMARY:Resistance Tram Tour: A Guided Journey Through Wartime Amsterdam
DESCRIPTION:The Dutch Resistance Museum is offering guided tram tours — called the Resistance Tram — for teens and adults (14+) through the city\, tracing Amsterdam’s WWII history from the streets. Tours run through September 13\, 10:30 am–4:00 pm. Tickets required. \nWhere: Verzetsmuseum Amsterdam \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/resistance-tram-tour-a-guided-journey-through-wartime-amsterdam/
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SUMMARY:Guided Tours at Hartekamp Estate
DESCRIPTION:Free guided tours of the historic Hartekamp estate and its Orangerie\, covering landscape history\, horticulture\, and architecture. Runs July through October\, offering cultural and educational exploration. \nWhere: Orangerie Hartekamp \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/guided-tours-at-hartekamp-estate/
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SUMMARY:Queer Hangout
DESCRIPTION:A weekly drop-in social space for LGBTQ+ community members at QueerHub\, running every Thursday from July 2026 through February 2027 (14:30–18:00). An informal gathering space to meet others and build community. \nWhere: QueerHub \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/queer-hangout/
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SUMMARY:Unforgettable Singer Tour at Singer Laren
DESCRIPTION:Ongoing guided tour program at the Singer Laren museum estate. 15:00–16:30 sessions available from July 2026 through July 2027\, exploring the historic property and art collection. \nWhere: Singer Laren \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/unforgettable-singer-tour-at-singer-laren/
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SUMMARY:Free Paper Pulping Workshops at Chillzone Books
DESCRIPTION:Artist Miquel Hervás Gómez leads a series of free paper pulping and bookmaking workshops at Chillzone Books in Westerpark\, running on select dates from July through late November. A hands-on\, crafty afternoon with no cost to join. \nWhere: Chillzone Books\, Westerpark \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/free-paper-pulping-workshops-at-chillzone-books/
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