Family
Events for August 2, 2026
Raksha Bandhan (Brother & Sister Day) Family Workshop at Wereldmuseum
Get creative at Wereldmuseum Amsterdam (formerly the Tropenmuseum) for Raksha Bandhan — the beloved Indian festival celebrating the bond between brothers and sisters. Hands-on activities for kids and families around […]
Summer Castle: Explore & Play at Muiderslot
Kids can search, discover, and play at Kasteel Muiderslot in Muiden this summer vacation — a classic Dutch castle adventure the whole family will enjoy.Where: Kasteel Muiderslot, MuidenMore info & […]
ZomerLab on Fort Island Pampus
Spend a summer day doing experiments, building, and discovering on historic fort island Pampus — a short ferry ride from Amsterdam and one of the most unusual family days out […]
Verzetsmuseum Junior: Dutch WWII History for Families This Summer
Take the kids to Verzetsmuseum Junior this summer to explore a moving chapter of Dutch history — the wartime Resistance — through stories designed for younger visitors. A meaningful and […]
Pride at the Maritime Museum — Stories & Plastic Fishing
A celebration of self-expression and inclusion featuring colorful storytelling, craft activities with Plastic Whale, and a focus on celebrating diversity. Family-friendly afternoon event.Where: Het ScheepvaartmuseumMore info & tickets
Funmania Aalsmeer Summer Activities
Indoor and outdoor climbing, jumping, gymnastics, and soccer activities at Funmania on August 2 during summer vacation.Where: Funmania AalsmeerMore info & tickets
Summer Art Workshops (Ages 8–12)
Multi-week summer art workshops for elementary-school children. A great option for families looking for structured creative activities during the school break.Where: Westergas / Amsterdam in MotionMore info & tickets
Midzomermokum Summer Art Program (Ages 6–12)
Free summer art workshops for kids ages 6–12 at Stichting WG Kunst in West Amsterdam, running through mid-August. Multiple sessions available, perfect for parents seeking structured creative activities during summer […]
Free Summer Art Workshops for Kids (Ages 6–12) in Amsterdam-West
Stichting WG Kunst in Amsterdam-West is running free art workshops for children aged 6–12 every week through the summer, from July 7 to August 14. Drop in for creative sessions […]
West Beweegt On Tour — Free Sports Pop-Ups All Summer in Amsterdam West
West Beweegt On Tour is traveling through Amsterdam West on rotating days from June 15 through September 17, bringing free sports activities to playgrounds and open spaces around the neighborhood. […]
Atelier CoBrA: Kids Art Workshop at Cobra Museum
Cobra Museum in Amstelveen (part of the Amsterdam area) is running Atelier CoBrA, a hands-on art workshop for children inspired by the famous CoBrA art movement. Sessions run from today […]
Summer Bouldering Lessons for Kids at Monk Bouldergym
Kids can spend the summer vacation climbing walls instead of them — Monk Bouldergym is running summer bouldering lessons for youth every morning (9:30–12:30) from today through August 15. Tickets […]
Family Bouldering at a Discount All Summer Long
Monk bouldering gym in Amsterdam Noord is offering family discount tickets throughout the summer vacation — from July 4 through August 16. A great active indoor (and outdoor) option for […]
Creative in the Castle Workshop
Summer arts and crafts workshop for children at Muiderslot castle, spanning July and August. Hands-on creative activities in a historic, fun setting just outside Amsterdam—a classic family day-trip option.Where: Muiderslot, […]
Celebrate Summer at Rembrandt’s House
Museum Rembrandthuis runs a dedicated summer program (July 4–August 23) for children, with activities, exhibitions, and family-friendly access to one of Amsterdam's most important historic houses.Where: Museum RembrandthuisMore info & […]
Summer Vacation Fun at the Rembrandt House Museum
The Rembrandt House Museum is putting on special summer holiday programming for children and families throughout the school break. Open daily 10:00 am–6:00 pm through August 23. Tickets required — […]
Etching Workshop for Kids at Rembrandthuis
Try the printmaking technique that made Rembrandt famous — Museum Rembrandthuis runs hands-on etching workshops for kids daily 13:00–14:30 through August 23. Tickets required. Starts July 4.Where: Museum RembrandthuisMore info […]
Etch Like Rembrandt: Kids’ Printmaking Workshop at the Rembrandt House Museum
Children can try their hand at etching — the same technique Rembrandt used — at the Rembrandt House Museum this summer. The workshops run daily through August 23, 1:00–2:30 pm. […]
Drop-In Craft Workshop at the Mouse House Mini Museum
Het Muizenhuis — the charming mini museum and shop dedicated entirely to the world of mice — runs a drop-in craft workshop for kids every day from July 4 through […]
Free Summer Vacation Program at the Maritime Museum
Het Scheepvaartmuseum (the National Maritime Museum) is running a free summer vacation program for kids from today through August 30 — with exhibitions, workshops, and performances daily from 10:00–17:00. Free […]
Pick Your Own Flowers at Pluktuin Amstelveen
A pick-your-own flower garden open through October, 10am–5pm daily. Kids and families can select and cut fresh blooms in a summer outdoor setting.Where: Pluktuin AmstelveenMore info & tickets
Boekstart Baby Library — Free Sessions for 0–2 Year Olds in Amstelveen
The Westwijk branch of Amstelveen Library runs free weekly Boekstart Babybieb sessions for babies and toddlers up to age 2. Sessions run 9:30–10:30 a.m. — a gentle, structured introduction to […]