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SUMMARY:Sranan Tongo Lecture + Surinamese Pop-Up Dinner with Prof. Abram de Swaan
DESCRIPTION:Academic talk by Prof. Abram de Swaan on Sranan Tongo\, a Creole language born from African and European contact during colonialism. Preceded by three-course Surinamese dinner prepared by chef Judith Cyrus. Part of the ‘Over Gesproken Talen’ (About Spoken Languages) series at Taalhuis Amsterdam. In Dutch; dinner and conversation bridge language. \nWhere: Taalhuis Amsterdam – De Pijp\, Gerard Doustraat 220 \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/sranan-tongo-lecture-surinamese-pop-up-dinner-with-prof-abram-de-swaan/
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SUMMARY:MADART Foundation Season 02 Opening Night: GROUND
DESCRIPTION:Opening-night reception for MADART Foundation’s second season at NIO House Amsterdam. July 3\, 6–9 PM. Entry by contribution. \nWhere: NIO House Amsterdam \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/madart-foundation-season-02-opening-night-ground/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260703T160000
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UID:694-1783094400-1783101600@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Connect with Amsterdam Through a Local – Free Intimate Mini-Meetup (Max 3 Attendees)
DESCRIPTION: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 home quickly. \nWhere: Kanarie Club\, Foodhallen \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/connect-with-amsterdam-through-a-local-free-intimate-mini-meetup-max-3-attendees/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260703T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260703T190000
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UID:200-1783098000-1783105200@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Open Labs: Free Creative & Innovation Festival at A Lab
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWhere: A Lab\, Amsterdam Noord \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/open-labs-free-creative-innovation-festival-at-a-lab/
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UID:3026-1783098000-1783105200@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Open Labs — Free Creative Festival at A Lab
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWhere: A Lab\, Amsterdam Noord \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/open-labs-free-creative-festival-at-a-lab/
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UID:1472-1783105200-1783112400@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Amsterdam's Hidden Queer Stories
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWhere: VOX-POP\, Binnengasthuisstraat 9 \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/amsterdams-hidden-queer-stories/
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UID:1689-1783105200-1783112400@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Salon Maxivive Season 2\, Session 2: The Rhythmic Body with Lanre Balogun
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWhere: SHEBANG Amsterdam\, Lemelerbergweg 35G \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/salon-maxivive-season-2-session-2-the-rhythmic-body-with-lanre-balogun/
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UID:2903-1783105200-1783112400@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Ruben van der Meer Joins the Boom Chicago Comedy Festival
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWhere: Boom Chicago \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/ruben-van-der-meer-joins-the-boom-chicago-comedy-festival/
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UID:1481-1783107000-1783114200@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Speed Dating: Higher-Educated Singles 28–42
DESCRIPTION:Speed dating for educated singles\, ages 28–42. Four-minute rounds with 15–20 participants. Same-day match notification via email. \nWhere: Anne&Max Amsterdam Oostenburg \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/speed-dating-higher-educated-singles-28-42/
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UID:756-1783108800-1783116000@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:TGIF Social Drinks & Hangout at The Winston
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWhere: The Winston (Belushi’s)\, Warmoesstraat \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/tgif-social-drinks-hangout-at-the-winston/
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SUMMARY:"Pepper & Salt?!" — Howard Komproe & Noni Kooiman at Bijlmer Park Theater
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWhere: Bijlmer Park Theater \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/pepper-salt-howard-komproe-noni-kooiman-at-bijlmer-park-theater/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260703T203000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260703T223000
DTSTAMP:20260703T172239Z
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UID:2930-1783110600-1783117800@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Julidans: Andreas Hannes & Connor Schumacher — Free Outdoor Dance at Vondelpark
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWhere: Vondelpark Openluchttheater \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/julidans-andreas-hannes-connor-schumacher-free-outdoor-dance-at-vondelpark/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260703T203000
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SUMMARY:Last Night: 'F*cking Future' Dance Show at ITA
DESCRIPTION:Tonight is the final performance of ‘F*cking Future’ at Internationaal Theater Amsterdam — a contemporary dance piece running 70 minutes. Strong last-chance angle for anyone who’s been meaning to go. \nWhere: Internationaal Theater Amsterdam (ITA) \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/last-night-fcking-future-dance-show-at-ita/
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260703T235959
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SUMMARY:Nadine Froughi at Boom Chicago Comedy Festival (Sold Out — Comedy Embassy Alternative Available)
DESCRIPTION:Nadine Froughi’s debut comedy hour at the Boom Chicago Comedy Festival on July 3 is sold out\, but she also headlines the Comedy Embassy the same night alongside three other comedians. Expect a high-energy multimedia musical-comedy show navigating the space between real life and daydream. \nWhere: Boom Chicago\, Rozengracht 117 \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/nadine-froughi-at-boom-chicago-comedy-festival-sold-out-comedy-embassy-alternative-available/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260703T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260703T235959
DTSTAMP:20260702T233732Z
CREATED:20260630T213800Z
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SUMMARY:Improv Spectacular with Ruben van der Meer at Boom Chicago
DESCRIPTION:Boom Chicago celebrates 33 years of comedy innovation with a high-energy night of short-form improv\, audience games\, and long-form improvisation — all featuring Dutch comedy legend Ruben van der Meer alongside the resident cast. Drinks are brought to your table. \nWhere: Boom Chicago\, Rozengracht 117 \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/improv-spectacular-with-ruben-van-der-meer-at-boom-chicago/
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260703T235959
DTSTAMP:20260702T233739Z
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UID:375-1783036800-1783123199@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Epic Rap Battles of History — Live at Boom Chicago Comedy Festival
DESCRIPTION:The YouTube phenomenon that has racked up over 4 billion views — pitting historical and pop-culture figures against each other in rap battles — takes the stage live at Boom Chicago on July 3 as part of the Boom Chicago Comedy Festival. Past guests include Snoop Dogg\, Weird Al Yankovic\, and Key & Peele. \nWhere: Boom Chicago\, Rozengracht 117 \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/epic-rap-battles-of-history-live-at-boom-chicago-comedy-festival/
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DTSTAMP:20260703T000440Z
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UID:1334-1783036800-1783123199@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Exhibition: 'Masters in Procrastination and Masturbation' by Zed Samson
DESCRIPTION:Visual art exhibition exploring personal narrative around sexuality and emotional acceptance. Contemporary art museum setting. Opening event July 3. \nWhere: OSCAM (Open Space Contemporary Art Museum)\, Bijlmerplein \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/exhibition-masters-in-procrastination-and-masturbation-by-zed-samson/
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260703T235959
DTSTAMP:20260703T000743Z
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UID:1437-1783036800-1783123199@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Ladies Night Comedy
DESCRIPTION:A female-focused comedy night with the tagline ‘The future is female—and it’s hilarious!’ at De Dijktheater. \nWhere: De Dijktheater \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/ladies-night-comedy/
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260703T235959
DTSTAMP:20260703T172241Z
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SUMMARY:Boom Chicago Comedy Festival: Improv Spectacular with Ruben van der Meer
DESCRIPTION:Boom Chicago’s annual comedy festival hits its stride tonight with a fast-paced improv show pairing the venue’s top cast with Dutch comedy legend Ruben van der Meer. The evening runs from short-form improv games (audience suggestions welcome) through to long-form storytelling — all with table service. Part of the Boom Chicago Comedy Festival. \nWhere: Boom Chicago\, Rozengracht 117 \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/boom-chicago-comedy-festival-improv-spectacular-with-ruben-van-der-meer/
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260703T235959
DTSTAMP:20260703T172244Z
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UID:2949-1783036800-1783123199@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Sjaak Hartog: 'Van Gogh in the Afterlife' at Scala Amsterdam
DESCRIPTION:Dutch comedian and storyteller Sjaak Hartog performs ‘Van Gogh in the Afterlife’ tonight at Scala | Foodbar and Theatre in Westerpark. The show is in Dutch and imagines a posthumous meeting with Van Gogh — an inventive theatrical premise for Dutch-speakers. \nWhere: Scala | Foodbar and Theatre\, Westerpark \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/sjaak-hartog-van-gogh-in-the-afterlife-at-scala-amsterdam/
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260703T235959
DTSTAMP:20260703T172240Z
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UID:2942-1783036800-1783123199@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Boom Chicago Comedy Festival: The Comedy Embassy ft. Nadine Froughi
DESCRIPTION:Nadine Froughi’s solo show sold out\, but you can still catch her headlining The Comedy Embassy tonight — a two-hour showcase (with intermission) featuring four top English-speaking comedians. Full bar\, drinks welcome inside. Part of the Boom Chicago Comedy Festival. \nWhere: Boom Chicago\, Rozengracht 117 \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/boom-chicago-comedy-festival-the-comedy-embassy-ft-nadine-froughi/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260703T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260703T235959
DTSTAMP:20260703T172240Z
CREATED:20260703T070724Z
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UID:2943-1783036800-1783123199@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Epic Rap Battles of History — Live at Boom Chicago
DESCRIPTION:The YouTube phenomenon with over 4 billion views brings its live show to Amsterdam tonight. Nice Peter and EpicLLOYD’s Epic Rap Battles of History pits historical and pop-culture figures against each other in battle-rap format — with guest stars across the years including Snoop Dogg\, Weird Al Yankovic\, and Key & Peele. Part of the Boom Chicago Comedy Festival. \nWhere: Boom Chicago\, Rozengracht 117 \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/epic-rap-battles-of-history-live-at-boom-chicago/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260703T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260703T235959
DTSTAMP:20260703T172627Z
CREATED:20260703T070810Z
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UID:3148-1783036800-1783123199@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Vondelpark Open-Air Theater — Free Performances All Summer
DESCRIPTION:Amsterdam’s beloved Vondelpark Open-Air Theater has been putting on free shows for over 50 years. Running May through August\, it hosts music\, theater\, comedy\, and family performances on its outdoor stage — no ticket needed\, just show up. \nWhere: Vondelpark\, Amsterdam \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/vondelpark-open-air-theater-free-performances-all-summer/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260703T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260704T190000
DTSTAMP:20260703T172228Z
CREATED:20260703T070713Z
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UID:2904-1783105200-1783191600@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Modern Dance: "It's the End of the Amusement Phase" at ITA — Last Two Shows
DESCRIPTION:Internationaal Theater Amsterdam (ITA) presents "It’s the End of the Amusement Phase\," a contemporary dance work running tonight and tomorrow (July 3–4)\, each show 19:00–19:40. A compact 40-minute performance — tickets available. \nWhere: Internationaal Theater Amsterdam (ITA) \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/modern-dance-its-the-end-of-the-amusement-phase-at-ita-last-two-shows/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260703T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260704T200000
DTSTAMP:20260702T232513Z
CREATED:20260630T215321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T232513Z
UID:204-1783108800-1783195200@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial — Live Orchestra at the Concertgebouw
DESCRIPTION:John Williams’ beloved score performed live by a full orchestra while the film plays on the big screen — two nights only at the Concertgebouw. A rare chance to experience one of cinema’s most iconic soundtracks the way it was meant to be heard\, with your kids or without. \nWhere: Het Koninklijk Concertgebouw Amsterdam \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/e-t-the-extra-terrestrial-live-orchestra-at-the-concertgebouw/
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SUMMARY:E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial — Live Orchestra at the Concertgebouw
DESCRIPTION:Spielberg’s beloved sci-fi classic screens at the Royal Concertgebouw with John Williams’s iconic score performed live by a full orchestra. Running both tonight (July 3) and tomorrow — a magical combination of cinema and concert hall. Tickets still available; show runs 8–10 pm. \nWhere: Royal Concertgebouw \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/e-t-the-extra-terrestrial-live-orchestra-at-the-concertgebouw-2/
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SUMMARY:De Amsterdamse Zomer
DESCRIPTION:Summer music festival at Olympisch Stadion featuring Dutch artists\, with Amsterdam as a central theme. Multi-day celebration of local talent. \nWhere: Olympisch Stadion \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/de-amsterdamse-zomer/
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SUMMARY:Blach Harmony — A Story for Black Harmony at Bijlmer Parktheater
DESCRIPTION:A three-day music-theater production combining Surinamese storytelling traditions with live performance\, running July 3–5 at Bijlmer Parktheater. The title draws on Sranan Tongo (‘Poku Tori fu’ means ‘a song story for’)\, promising a culturally vibrant show rooted in Amsterdam’s Surinamese community. Multiple showtimes available. \nWhere: Bijlmer Parktheater \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/blach-harmony-a-story-for-black-harmony-at-bijlmer-parktheater/
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SUMMARY:Homelanding Free Festival at Marineterrein — Last Days
DESCRIPTION:The free Homelanding festival at Marineterrein wraps up July 5 — a mix of theater\, performing arts\, and culinary events at one of Amsterdam’s coolest industrial waterfront venues. Free entry\, last chance this weekend. \nWhere: Marineterrein \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/homelanding-free-festival-at-marineterrein-last-days/
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SUMMARY:Neighborhood Camping in Oosterpark — Three Days of Outdoor Fun
DESCRIPTION:For the third year running\, part of the Oosterpark transforms into De Buurtcamping — a community camping festival running Friday through Sunday (July 3–5). Pitch a tent or just come and soak up the atmosphere in one of Amsterdam’s best parks. \nWhere: Oosterpark \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/neighborhood-camping-in-oosterpark-three-days-of-outdoor-fun/
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