Ajax will face either FK Vojvodina or Ferencváros in Conference League qualifying matches in July. The winner of the July 16 Vojvodina-Ferencváros tie will be confirmed, then face Ajax on […]

Galerie Ron Mandos presents its annual showcase of the most exciting emerging talent from Dutch art academies — one of the best chances to discover the next generation of Dutch […]

The Gerrit Rietveld Academie opens its summer garden to the public during Summer Garden Days, featuring art, outdoor space, and works by students and faculty.Where: Gerrit Rietveld Academie, AmsterdamMore info […]

MidzomerMokum returns with six weeks of activities across West Amsterdam—sport, culture, food, and more. July 4–August 16. A signature Amsterdam summer festival series.Where: Multiple locations, West AmsterdamMore info & tickets

Amsterdam's beloved MidzomerMokum summer program is back, running six weeks of free and low-cost activities across the city — sports, culture, markets, performances, and more, spread across every neighborhood. It […]

Dance performance by Mirage Dance as part of Holland Festival at Internationaal Theater Amsterdam (ITA). A contemporary work in the Rabozaal.Where: Internationaal Theater Amsterdam, LeidsepleinMore info & tickets

The legendary Boom Chicago improv comedy show runs all summer through October 3, with performances at various times. The Amsterdam institution has been delivering sharp, English-language comedy for decades — […]

Exhibition exploring drag culture and history in Amsterdam, on view June 26 through September 27, 2026 at the City Archives. Free admission.Where: Stadsarchief Amsterdam, Vijzelstraat 32More info & tickets

South Korean artist Mire Lee presents a series of site-specific installations inside the Oude Kerk, one of Amsterdam's oldest and most atmospheric spaces. Running through September 27.Where: Oude Kerk, AmsterdamMore […]

Dutch comedian Esther van der Voort opens her new cabaret show "Mama is Boos" (Mama is Angry) at DeLaMar on June 30, running through November. A solo show about motherhood, […]

A long-running outdoor marketplace featuring handmade, vintage, and sustainable goods in the Houthavens area of Amsterdam West. Open on multiple dates and times through early December; free entry.Where: De Tuinen […]

A free yard sale market launches today at De Tuinen Van in the Houthavens (West Amsterdam), running on select dates through December 6. Free entry. A good excuse to explore […]

The first WorldPride event in the Netherlands celebrates the LGBTQIA+ community with festivals, cultural programming, and celebrations across multiple venues July 25–August 8.Where: Multiple venuesMore info & tickets

Summer theater festival with short performances, music, live entertainment, and activities for families. Runs July 24–August 9 (18:00–22:00) at Martin Luther King Park.Where: Martin Luther King ParkMore info & tickets

Summer exhibition at Dudok de Groot gallery running through mid-August, open 1–6 PM daily.Where: Dudok de Groot, AmsterdamMore info & tickets

A public program and exhibition at De Appel exploring collective organization methods in times of crisis. Organized by damdam, a collective of collectives including participants from the Curatorial Programme, Lumbung […]

A summer exhibition at CBK Zuidoost exploring the concept of Utopia through art, open to all visitors. What does Utopia mean to you? How can you visualize your dream world? […]

From today through late August, Monk bouldering gym hosts a free weekly summer series combining outdoor BBQ and culinary vibes with live music. The series kicks off this evening and […]

Board a historic tram and travel through Amsterdam's WWII resistance story in this immersive guided experience at Verzetsmuseum Amsterdam. Running July 5–September 13, 10:30–16:00. Tickets required. Ages 14 and up.Where: […]

Framer Framed presents Wild Waters, curated by Àngels Miralda, exploring water as essential to life and as a tool of ecological intervention and power. Runs June 19 through August 30 […]

Amsterdam photographer The Sinful Son (Peter van der Wal) documents intimate moments of DJs, dancers, lovers, and strangers across Amsterdam, Berlin, and London. A celebration of queer community, freedom, and […]

Luther Museum celebrates queer history and inclusion with a three-month exhibition featuring personal stories. The Lutheran church in Amsterdam has long been a progressive voice on LGBTQ+ equality. Special exhibition […]

The Allard Pierson celebrates Milly Scott, the first Black jazz singer in the Netherlands, with a free listening exhibition at the museum. Born in 1933 in Den Helder, Scott recorded […]

Weekly outdoor market in Amstelveen with year-round operation. Open Fridays 8 a.m.–5 p.m., selling fresh produce, flowers, and local goods.Where: Stadshart AmstelveenMore info & tickets

Pacific Amsterdam launches Kino Pacific, an evening film program running through December. Screenings run 8–11:30 pm — a stylish new reason to head to this East Amsterdam cultural venue on […]

De Nieuwe Schatkamer opens a new exhibition on July 2 exploring how technology is reshaping our bodies, movement, and connections — showcasing new acquisitions from DNB's art collection. The show […]

Boom Chicago's flagship show celebrating Amsterdam through their signature sharp, English-language improv-style comedy runs through July 30. A classic pick for internationals who want to laugh at — and with […]