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SUMMARY:Summer Craft Drop-In at Het Muizenhuis — Kids Workshop All Season Long
DESCRIPTION:Het Muizenhuis (the Mouse House) — Amsterdam’s beloved miniature mouse world museum and shop — is running a walk-in crafting workshop every day this summer\, July 4 through August 29\, from 10:00 to 17:00. No booking needed: just show up and make something tiny and wonderful. \nWhere: Het Muizenhuis — Mini museum & shop \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/summer-craft-drop-in-at-het-muizenhuis-kids-workshop-all-season-long/
CATEGORIES:Family
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SUMMARY:Family Workshop: The Land of Sprinkles (Ages 6+) at H'ART Museum
DESCRIPTION:H’ART Museum is running a fun family workshop called ‘Het Land van Hagelslag’ — roughly ‘The Land of Sprinkles’ — every Saturday and Sunday from July 4 through August 1\, 2:00–4:30 PM. Designed for kids aged 6 and up\, it’s a creative hands-on session tied to the museum’s current exhibition. Tickets required. \nWhere: H’ART Museum\, Plantage \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/family-workshop-the-land-of-sprinkles-ages-6-at-hart-museum/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260706
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270713
DTSTAMP:20260708T201110Z
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SUMMARY:Atelier CoBrA — Drop-In Art Workshops for Kids at Museum Cobra
DESCRIPTION:Museum Cobra in Amstelveen runs drop-in art workshops for children in the spirit of the famous CoBrA art movement — bold\, playful\, and expressive. A great combination of a real museum visit and hands-on art-making\, running on multiple days through mid-July 2027. Accessible and family-friendly\, with no advance booking needed. \nWhere: Museum Cobra\, Amstelveen \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/atelier-cobra-drop-in-art-workshops-for-kids-at-museum-cobra/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260706T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260710T100000
DTSTAMP:20260708T201421Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Tech Bootcamp for Kids Ages 8–12 — Robots & Coding at OBA (Week 1: July 6–10)
DESCRIPTION:NewTechKids runs a week-long holiday camp at the OBA’s Junior Lab where children ages 8–12 design\, build\, and code their own robots and tech prototypes. Taught in both Dutch and English\, this is a rare bilingual option for international families looking for something stimulating during the summer break. Week 1 runs July 6–10; further weeks likely follow. \nWhere: Openbare Bibliotheek Amsterdam (OBA)\, Junior Lab \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/summer-tech-bootcamp-for-kids-ages-8-12-robots-coding-at-oba-week-1-july-6-10/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260706T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260710T133000
DTSTAMP:20260708T201003Z
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SUMMARY:Free Creative Summer Expedition for Kids — ZID Theater\, July 6–10
DESCRIPTION:ZID Theater is kicking off the summer holidays with a free\, creative program for young people from Monday July 6 to Friday July 10 (1:30–4:30 pm each day). Called the MidzomerMokum Talent Expedition\, it’s a great way for kids to start the summer with something imaginative and social. \nWhere: ZID Theater\, Amsterdam \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/free-creative-summer-expedition-for-kids-zid-theater-july-6-10/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260707
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260816
DTSTAMP:20260708T200947Z
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UID:23053-1783382400-1786838399@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Robin Hood — Outdoor Theater for Kids (Ages 4+) at Amsterdamse Bostheater
DESCRIPTION:The beloved Amsterdamse Bostheater kicks off its summer season with Robin Hood\, an outdoor theater production for children ages 4 and up\, running July 7 through August 15. Watching theater among the trees of the Amsterdamse Bos is a quintessential Amsterdam summer experience — and this family-friendly adventure story is the perfect excuse to go. \nWhere: Amsterdamse Bostheater \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/robin-hood-outdoor-theater-for-kids-ages-4-at-amsterdamse-bostheater/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260707
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260817
DTSTAMP:20260708T180039Z
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UID:25147-1783382400-1786924799@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:MidzomerMokum — Six Weeks of Free Summer Activities for Under-23s
DESCRIPTION:MidzomerMokum is back: from now through August 16\, Amsterdam is running six weeks of free activities across the city for everyone under 23. Spread across multiple locations in Southeast Amsterdam and beyond\, the program is designed to keep young people active\, creative\, and entertained all summer long — no cost required. \nWhere: Various locations\, Amsterdam Zuidoost and citywide \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/midzomermokum-six-weeks-of-free-summer-activities-for-under-23s/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260707T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260816T090000
DTSTAMP:20260708T200950Z
CREATED:20260708T200943Z
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UID:23056-1783414800-1786870800@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Family Bouldering with Summer Holiday Discount at Monk
DESCRIPTION:Monk bouldering gym in Amsterdam Noord is offering a family discount throughout the summer holidays — a great way to get kids climbing indoors when the weather doesn’t cooperate (or even when it does). Open daily 9:00–midnight. \nWhere: Monk bouldering gym\, Amsterdam Noord \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/family-bouldering-with-summer-holiday-discount-at-monk/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260707T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260815T093000
DTSTAMP:20260708T200949Z
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UID:23057-1783416600-1786786200@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Summer Bouldering Lessons for Kids at Monk
DESCRIPTION:Kids can try bouldering this summer with dedicated youth lessons running through August 15 at Monk gym in Amsterdam Noord. Sessions run 9:30–12:30 — a great active morning for children of all levels. Tickets available. \nWhere: Monk bouldering gym\, Amsterdam Noord \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/summer-bouldering-lessons-for-kids-at-monk/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260709
DTSTAMP:20260708T201204Z
CREATED:20260708T201201Z
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SUMMARY:Decorate Summer Cookies at the Jewish Museum Junior
DESCRIPTION:Kids can bake and decorate their own cookie in summery colors at the Jewish Museum’s junior space. A sweet\, hands-on holiday activity in a unique cultural setting. \nWhere: Joods Museum Junior \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/decorate-summer-cookies-at-the-jewish-museum-junior/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260709
DTSTAMP:20260708T201205Z
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UID:23331-1783468800-1783555199@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Kids Trail at the Jewish History Museum Junior — Playful Family Discovery (Ages 6+)
DESCRIPTION:A dedicated kids route at the Jewish Museum Junior lets children aged 6 and up discover the life of a Jewish family through play-based exploration. A meaningful and accessible cultural outing for families. \nWhere: Joods Museum Junior \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/kids-trail-at-the-jewish-history-museum-junior-playful-family-discovery-ages-6/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260709
DTSTAMP:20260708T201354Z
CREATED:20260708T201353Z
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SUMMARY:Kids' Floating Messages Workshop at NDSM — Today Only
DESCRIPTION:The NDSM Kinderatelier hosts Drijvende Boodschappen (Floating Messages) today — a children’s art workshop where kids create messages designed to float on water. A fun\, hands-on summer activity at the NDSM-werf in Amsterdam-Noord. \nWhere: NDSM-werf\, Amsterdam-Noord \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/kids-floating-messages-workshop-at-ndsm-today-only/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260709
DTSTAMP:20260708T201401Z
CREATED:20260708T201359Z
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SUMMARY:Story-Time Picnics at OBA — Summer Books & a Free Ice Cream
DESCRIPTION:The Amsterdam Public Library is running outdoor story-time picnics this summer\, pairing a great children’s book with a free ice cream. A lovely low-key outing for little ones that mixes reading aloud\, fresh air\, and a sweet treat. \nWhere: OBA Amsterdam \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/story-time-picnics-at-oba-summer-books-a-free-ice-cream/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260709
DTSTAMP:20260708T201401Z
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UID:23632-1783468800-1783555199@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Family Workshop: Create Your Own 3D Glass Painting at Museum JAN
DESCRIPTION:Museum JAN in Amstelveen invites families to make their own three-dimensional glass painting in a hands-on workshop. A creative afternoon out that combines art-making with a visit to one of the area’s most welcoming family museums. \nWhere: Museum JAN\, Amstelveen \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/family-workshop-create-your-own-3d-glass-painting-at-museum-jan/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260709
DTSTAMP:20260708T201549Z
CREATED:20260708T201545Z
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UID:23895-1783468800-1783555199@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Free Drop-In Workshop: Make Your Own Greenhouse Tote Bag at Hortus Botanicus
DESCRIPTION:Kids can design their own miniature greenhouse on a tote bag at this free drop-in workshop at the Hortus Botanicus. No reservation needed — just show up and get crafty amid the plants. \nWhere: Hortus Botanicus Amsterdam \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/free-drop-in-workshop-make-your-own-greenhouse-tote-bag-at-hortus-botanicus/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260709
DTSTAMP:20260708T201550Z
CREATED:20260708T201545Z
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UID:23896-1783468800-1783555199@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Water Knowledge Game at ARTIS — Discover Surprising Facts About Water
DESCRIPTION:A playful discovery game at ARTIS where children learn surprising facts about water and its role as the foundation of all life. Fun and educational for kids visiting the zoo this summer. \nWhere: ARTIS\, Amsterdam \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/water-knowledge-game-at-artis-discover-surprising-facts-about-water/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260709
DTSTAMP:20260708T201550Z
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SUMMARY:Coral Crafting Workshop at ARTIS — Build an Underwater Landscape
DESCRIPTION:Help build a growing underwater landscape at the ARTIS-Groote Museum during this coral-themed crafting workshop. A creative and educational activity for kids visiting the zoo and museum complex. \nWhere: ARTIS-Groote Museum\, Amsterdam \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/coral-crafting-workshop-at-artis-build-an-underwater-landscape/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260709
DTSTAMP:20260708T201552Z
CREATED:20260708T201551Z
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UID:23909-1783468800-1783555199@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Dikkie Dik and the Missing Stuffed Animal — at EYE
DESCRIPTION:The beloved Dutch children’s character Dikkie Dik comes to EYE Film Museum in a cheerful adventure about finding a lost stuffed animal. A sweet outing for the littlest film fans. \nWhere: EYE Film Museum\, Amsterdam Noord \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/dikkie-dik-and-the-missing-stuffed-animal-at-eye/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260709
DTSTAMP:20260708T201553Z
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UID:23910-1783468800-1783555199@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Swan Lake Ballet Workshops for Kids — Amsterdam Amateur Ballet
DESCRIPTION:Keep the summer holiday moving: Amsterdam Amateur Ballet is running Swan Lake–themed dance workshops for children during the school break. A lovely way to try ballet in a welcoming setting. \nWhere: Amsterdam Amateur Ballet \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/swan-lake-ballet-workshops-for-kids-amsterdam-amateur-ballet/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260709
DTSTAMP:20260708T201554Z
CREATED:20260708T201551Z
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UID:23911-1783468800-1783555199@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Verzetsmuseum Junior — Discover WWII History This Summer
DESCRIPTION:The Verzetsmuseum Junior (Dutch Resistance Museum for Children) offers a moving\, age-appropriate introduction to life in the Netherlands during World War II. An impactful and thought-provoking summer visit for families with school-age children. \nWhere: Verzetsmuseum Junior\, Amsterdam \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/verzetsmuseum-junior-discover-wwii-history-this-summer/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260709
DTSTAMP:20260708T201554Z
CREATED:20260708T201551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T201554Z
UID:23912-1783468800-1783555199@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Treetop Climbing at Fun Forest in the Amsterdamse Bos
DESCRIPTION:Summer vacation is the perfect time to take the kids to Fun Forest in the Amsterdamse Bos\, where children can climb and scramble through the trees on outdoor adventure courses. A great way to burn energy and enjoy Amsterdam’s green lung. \nWhere: Fun Forest Amsterdam\, Amsterdamse Bos \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/treetop-climbing-at-fun-forest-in-the-amsterdamse-bos/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260709
DTSTAMP:20260708T201551Z
CREATED:20260708T201551Z
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UID:23908-1783468800-1783555199@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Rally — From Paris to the Pyramids: Family Film at EYE
DESCRIPTION:A lightning-fast race from Paris to Egypt starring a brilliant inventor and his friends — a classic-style adventure film for children screening at EYE Film Museum. \nWhere: EYE Film Museum\, Amsterdam \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/rally-from-paris-to-the-pyramids-family-film-at-eye/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260709
DTSTAMP:20260708T201702Z
CREATED:20260708T201658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T201702Z
UID:24031-1783468800-1783555199@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Sign Up for the Mini Dam tot Dam Kids' Run
DESCRIPTION:Registration is open for the Mini Dam tot Dam\, a kids’ running event connecting Amsterdam-Noord and Zaandam — a classic Dutch race in miniature form. A great way to get active kids into a real race-day experience. Sign-up deadline: July 8. \nWhere: Amsterdam-Noord / Zaandam \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/sign-up-for-the-mini-dam-tot-dam-kids-run/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260709
DTSTAMP:20260708T201704Z
CREATED:20260708T201658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T201704Z
UID:24033-1783468800-1783555199@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Duiker Doris: A Maritime Museum Experience for Toddlers
DESCRIPTION:The Scheepvaartmuseum (Maritime Museum) has a special summer exhibition designed for the very youngest visitors — a hands-on\, sensory-friendly maritime world for toddlers and babies. A great indoor option during the summer holidays for parents with little ones. \nWhere: Het Scheepvaartmuseum \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/duiker-doris-a-maritime-museum-experience-for-toddlers/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260709
DTSTAMP:20260708T201959Z
CREATED:20260708T201957Z
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UID:24428-1783468800-1783555199@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Decorate Summer Cookies at the Jewish Museum Junior — Today
DESCRIPTION:Kids get to design and decorate their very own summer-themed cookie at the Jewish Museum Junior today. A sweet\, hands-on school-holiday activity in a welcoming museum setting. \nWhere: Jewish Museum Junior \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/decorate-summer-cookies-at-the-jewish-museum-junior-today/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260708T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260708T123000
DTSTAMP:20260708T201005Z
CREATED:20260708T200952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T201005Z
UID:23074-1783506600-1783513800@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Free Day Trip to Linneaushof Amusement Park for Kids 8–12
DESCRIPTION:Amsterdam West is organizing a free outing to Linneaushof amusement park for children aged 8 to 12. Meet at 10:30 am at the Blue Tower in Bos en Lommer; the trip runs 11 am–4 pm. \nWhere: Departs from Blue Tower\, Bos en Lommer \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/free-day-trip-to-linneaushof-amusement-park-for-kids-8-12/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260708T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20261030T103000
DTSTAMP:20260708T175837Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Ringing Days at Fort Island Pampus — Watch Scientists Tag Wild Birds
DESCRIPTION:On select days through late October\, Fort Island Pampus opens its bird ringing station to visitors: watch ornithologists catch and tag wild birds up close before releasing them. A quirky\, hands-on nature experience that combines a boat trip to the historic island fortress with genuine citizen science. Tickets required; runs 10:30–14:00. \nWhere: Forteiland Pampus \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/bird-ringing-days-at-fort-island-pampus-watch-scientists-tag-wild-birds/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20261030T103000
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SUMMARY:Bird Ringing Days at Fort Island Pampus
DESCRIPTION:Join researchers on historic Fort Island Pampus to watch — and help with — the ringing and tracking of wild birds. The program runs on select dates from July 8 through October 30\, 10:30–14:00. A genuinely unusual outdoor activity combining nature\, history\, and hands-on science for kids and curious adults alike. Tickets available; the island is reached by ferry. \nWhere: Fort Island Pampus \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/bird-ringing-days-at-fort-island-pampus/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260708T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260708T130000
DTSTAMP:20260708T201019Z
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SUMMARY:Free Bird Festival at Blijdag Play Park — with 'Jessie and the Wish Spirit'
DESCRIPTION:Speelpark Blijdag hosts the Vrije Vogel (Free Bird) Festival on Wednesday\, featuring a live performance of ‘Jessie and the Wish Spirit’ starting at 11:00 a.m. A great outdoor summer outing for families with young kids. \nWhere: Speelpark Blijdag\, Amsterdam \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/free-bird-festival-at-blijdag-play-park-with-jessie-and-the-wish-spirit/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260708T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260708T130000
DTSTAMP:20260708T201156Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Trip to the North Pole — Kids' Adventure at Het Groene Veld
DESCRIPTION:A summer day out with a frosty twist: Het Groene Veld invites kids on a ‘trip to the North Pole’ — an imaginative outdoor children’s activity perfect for the summer holidays. Wednesday\, July 8 at 11:00. \nWhere: Het Groene Veld \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/summer-trip-to-the-north-pole-kids-adventure-at-het-groene-veld/
CATEGORIES:Family
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