Free weekly mini-meetup (max 3 people) designed for newly arrived internationals (up to 1 year in Amsterdam) wanting to understand the city more deeply. A local guide shares the city’s history, current culture and subcultures, neighborhood vibes, and practical everyday tips in a small, personal setting where questions are welcomed. Excellent for feeling more at […]
A Lab — one of Amsterdam’s best-known creative incubators — throws open its doors for an afternoon festival of creativity and innovation on July 3, running 5–9 pm. Free to attend, it’s a rare chance to peek inside a buzzing breeding ground for artists, makers, and startups.Where: A Lab, Amsterdam NoordMore info & tickets
A Lab, Amsterdam’s creative incubator space in Noord, throws open its doors this evening for Open Labs — a free festival celebrating creativity and innovation. The event runs from 5–9 pm and offers a chance to explore the studios, meet makers, and see what’s brewing in one of the city’s most interesting creative communities.Where: A […]
A storytelling event celebrating World Pride 2026, exploring the deep historical roots of Amsterdam’s LGBTQIA+ community. Academics discuss diaries, memoirs, and personal documents of queer Amsterdammers, revealing the decades of community work that led to the world’s first legal same-sex marriage. A celebration of local history and resilience.Where: VOX-POP, Binnengasthuisstraat 9More info & tickets
An intimate salon evening featuring DJ and writer Lanre Balogun of babytomato, hosted by Nigerian fashion designer Papa Oyeyemi. Dinner includes Nigerian jollof rice, live music, and space for dialogue on fashion, music, identity, and rhythm. Expect about 80 guests—a mix of creatives, cultural workers, and community members.Where: SHEBANG Amsterdam, Lemelerbergweg 35GMore info & tickets
Dutch stand-up Ruben van der Meer takes the stage tonight as part of the Boom Chicago Comedy Festival. Boom Chicago is Amsterdam’s home of English-language comedy, and the festival format makes for a lively, multi-act night. Tickets available.Where: Boom ChicagoMore info & tickets
Speed dating for educated singles, ages 28–42. Four-minute rounds with 15–20 participants. Same-day match notification via email.Where: Anne&Max Amsterdam OostenburgMore info & tickets
International community social meetup at The Winston (Belushi’s) in the city center. Reserved group area, happy hour deals all night, games, and casual socializing. A way to meet fellow expats and make new friends.Where: The Winston (Belushi’s), WarmoesstraatMore info & tickets
Howard Komproe and Noni Kooiman star in "Pepper & Salt?!" ("Peper en Zuur?!") at Bijlmer Park Theater. Komproe is one of the Netherlands’ best-known comedic actors, making this a lively theatrical evening with broad appeal. Starts at 8 PM.Where: Bijlmer Park TheaterMore info & tickets
The Julidans festival brings contemporary dance to the Vondelpark Openluchttheater tonight at 8:30 p.m., with performances by choreographers Andreas Hannes and Connor Schumacher. The open-air theater is free to attend — one of Amsterdam’s best warm-evening options.Where: Vondelpark OpenluchttheaterMore info & tickets