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SUMMARY:Day of Climbing at Fun Forest Amsterdam
DESCRIPTION:Climbing and scrambling adventure day at Fun Forest Amsterdam\, an outdoor adventure venue. \nWhere: Fun Forest Amsterdam \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/day-of-climbing-at-fun-forest-amsterdam/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260712
DTSTAMP:20260705T070828Z
CREATED:20260705T070826Z
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SUMMARY:Climb and Scramble at Fun Forest Amsterdam
DESCRIPTION:An outdoor climbing and scrambling day out for kids at Fun Forest Amsterdam — a great active option for families with energetic children this summer. \nWhere: Fun Forest Amsterdam \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/climb-and-scramble-at-fun-forest-amsterdam/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260712
DTSTAMP:20260705T070852Z
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SUMMARY:Robin Hood (Ages 4+) — Acrobatic Outdoor Theater in the Amsterdamse Bos
DESCRIPTION:A swashbuckling Robin Hood show for kids 4 and up comes to the outdoor forest theater in the Amsterdamse Bos\, packed with acrobatics\, heroic music\, and plenty of laughs. A classic summer family outing. \nWhere: Het Kleine Theater / Bostheater\, Amsterdamse Bos \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/robin-hood-ages-4-acrobatic-outdoor-theater-in-the-amsterdamse-bos/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260712
DTSTAMP:20260706T070521Z
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SUMMARY:Discover Planets and Stars — Science Lab Sessions for Kids Ages 7–14
DESCRIPTION:Hemlab\, a science lab for children\, is running space-themed sessions — exploring planets and stars — for kids aged 7 to 14. Multiple time slots available; tickets required. Running through July 11. \nWhere: Hemlab\, Amsterdam \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/discover-planets-and-stars-science-lab-sessions-for-kids-ages-7-14/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260712
DTSTAMP:20260706T070618Z
CREATED:20260706T070616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T070618Z
UID:18855-1783728000-1783814399@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:A Day of Tree Climbing at Fun Forest Amsterdam
DESCRIPTION:Scramble through the treetops at Fun Forest Amsterdam — a full outdoor climbing park for kids and families. Great for burning off summer energy. \nWhere: Fun Forest Amsterdam \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/a-day-of-tree-climbing-at-fun-forest-amsterdam/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260712
DTSTAMP:20260707T070555Z
CREATED:20260707T070554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T070555Z
UID:19658-1783728000-1783814399@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Robin Hood (Ages 4+) — Outdoor Theater in the Amsterdamse Bos
DESCRIPTION:Acrobatics\, heroic music\, and plenty of laughs — Robin Hood comes to the Bostheater in the Amsterdamse Bos in an outdoor forest show for children aged 4 and up. A perfect summer outing for families. \nWhere: Het Kleine Theater / Bostheater\, Amsterdamse Bos \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/robin-hood-ages-4-outdoor-theater-in-the-amsterdamse-bos/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260712T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260712T235959
DTSTAMP:20260702T234217Z
CREATED:20260630T215412Z
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SUMMARY:Open Beekeeping Days: Visit a Local Beekeeper
DESCRIPTION:The Dutch Beekeepers Association opens its hives to visitors — families can join in\, watch the bees up close\, and learn how it all works. A rare and genuinely memorable outing for curious kids. \nWhere: Nederlandse Bijenhoudersvereniging\, Amsterdam \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/open-beekeeping-days-visit-a-local-beekeeper/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260712T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260712T235959
DTSTAMP:20260703T000523Z
CREATED:20260630T215543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T000523Z
UID:1345-1783814400-1783900799@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Dream Yourself Strong: Parent-Child Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Interactive parent-child workshop for ages 4+ at the OBA where families explore inner worlds together. Part of summer holiday programming. \nWhere: OBA Amsterdam \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/dream-yourself-strong-parent-child-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260712
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260713
DTSTAMP:20260705T070825Z
CREATED:20260705T070821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260705T070825Z
UID:18131-1783814400-1783900799@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Open Beekeeping Days — Visit a Local Beekeeper and Learn the Craft
DESCRIPTION:The Dutch Beekeeping Association opens its hives to visitors — join a local beekeeper in your area to watch\, learn\, and discover the world of bees up close. A genuinely memorable outing for families and curious adults alike. \nWhere: Nederlandse Bijenhoudersvereniging (local beekeeper\, Amsterdam) \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/open-beekeeping-days-visit-a-local-beekeeper-and-learn-the-craft/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260712
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260713
DTSTAMP:20260705T070827Z
CREATED:20260705T070826Z
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UID:18142-1783814400-1783900799@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Dream Yourself Strong — Parent & Child Workshop at OBA (Ages 4+)
DESCRIPTION:A parent-and-child workshop at the OBA public library where you and your little one go on a creative imaginative journey together. Designed for ages 4 and up. \nWhere: OBA Amsterdam \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/dream-yourself-strong-parent-child-workshop-at-oba-ages-4/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260712
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260713
DTSTAMP:20260707T070605Z
CREATED:20260707T070604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T070605Z
UID:19701-1783814400-1783900799@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Open Beekeeping Days — Visit a Local Beekeeper with the Kids
DESCRIPTION:Get up close with bees at a local beekeeper’s site: participate\, learn\, and discover how it all works. A genuinely unusual and educational outdoor experience for families and curious residents. \nWhere: Nederlandse Bijenhoudersvereniging (local beekeeper sites) \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/open-beekeeping-days-visit-a-local-beekeeper-with-the-kids/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260714T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260714T235959
DTSTAMP:20260703T000104Z
CREATED:20260630T215536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T000104Z
UID:1291-1783987200-1784073599@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Bake Judy Cookies Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Summer holiday baking workshop at Jewish Museum Junior where children create colorful cookies on July 14. \nWhere: Jewish Museum Junior \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/bake-judy-cookies-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260714T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260714T235959
DTSTAMP:20260703T171040Z
CREATED:20260630T215614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T171040Z
UID:1561-1783987200-1784073599@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Make Your Own Bowl — Joods Museum Junior
DESCRIPTION:Create and decorate your own eating bowl during summer vacation at Joods Museum Junior. A hands-on ceramic activity for young makers. \nWhere: Joods Museum Junior \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/make-your-own-bowl-joods-museum-junior/
CATEGORIES:Family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260714
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260715
DTSTAMP:20260705T070828Z
CREATED:20260705T070826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260705T070828Z
UID:18146-1783987200-1784073599@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Make Your Own Dinner Plate at the Jewish Museum Junior
DESCRIPTION:This school vacation\, kids can visit the Jewish Museum Junior and make their very own plate to eat from — a hands-on craft workshop with a unique cultural setting. \nWhere: Joods Museum junior \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/make-your-own-dinner-plate-at-the-jewish-museum-junior/
CATEGORIES:Family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260714
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260715
DTSTAMP:20260705T070828Z
CREATED:20260705T070826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260705T070828Z
UID:18147-1783987200-1784073599@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Bake Colorful Judy Cookies at the Jewish Museum Junior
DESCRIPTION:Kids can bake their own bright\, cheerful cookies at the Jewish Museum Junior this summer vacation — a sweet hands-on activity in a unique cultural space. \nWhere: Joods Museum junior \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/bake-colorful-judy-cookies-at-the-jewish-museum-junior/
CATEGORIES:Family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260714
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260715
DTSTAMP:20260707T070556Z
CREATED:20260707T070554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T070556Z
UID:19665-1783987200-1784073599@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Make Your Own Plate at the Jewish Museum Junior
DESCRIPTION:During the summer holidays\, children can visit the Jewish Museum Junior and make their very own plate to eat from — a hands-on craft activity for young visitors. \nWhere: Joods Museum junior \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/make-your-own-plate-at-the-jewish-museum-junior/
CATEGORIES:Family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260714
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260715
DTSTAMP:20260707T070557Z
CREATED:20260707T070554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T070557Z
UID:19666-1783987200-1784073599@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Bake Colorful 'Judy Cookies' at the Jewish Museum Junior
DESCRIPTION:This summer vacation\, kids can bake and decorate their own brightly colored cookies at the Jewish Museum’s junior space. A hands-on holiday activity at a beloved Amsterdam cultural institution. \nWhere: Joods Museum junior \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/bake-colorful-judy-cookies-at-the-jewish-museum-junior-2/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260715T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260715T235959
DTSTAMP:20260702T234230Z
CREATED:20260630T215417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T234230Z
UID:494-1784073600-1784159999@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Toy Story Drawing Workshop at the Rijksmuseum (Ages 4+)
DESCRIPTION:Draw your own Toy Story adventure in the grand entrance hall of the Rijksmuseum. Part of the museum’s Disney collaboration — a great excuse to visit one of Amsterdam’s most iconic buildings with the kids this summer. \nWhere: Rijksmuseum \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/toy-story-drawing-workshop-at-the-rijksmuseum-ages-4/
CATEGORIES:Family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260715
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260716
DTSTAMP:20260705T070847Z
CREATED:20260705T070844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260705T070847Z
UID:18213-1784073600-1784159999@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Toy Story Drawing Workshop (Ages 4+) at the Rijksmuseum
DESCRIPTION:The Rijksmuseum’s Disney collaboration continues with a Toy Story–themed drawing workshop in the Voorhal entrance hall. Kids 4 and up can sketch their own Toy Story adventure. A fun\, low-threshold way to get children into one of Amsterdam’s greatest museums. \nWhere: Rijksmuseum \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/toy-story-drawing-workshop-ages-4-at-the-rijksmuseum/
CATEGORIES:Family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260715
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260716
DTSTAMP:20260706T070627Z
CREATED:20260706T070626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T070627Z
UID:18909-1784073600-1784159999@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Toy Story Drawing Workshop for Kids at the Rijksmuseum (Ages 4+)
DESCRIPTION:Draw your own Toy Story adventure in the Voorhal of the Rijksmuseum — a themed kids drawing workshop for ages 4 and up on Wednesday\, July 15. \nWhere: Rijksmuseum \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/toy-story-drawing-workshop-for-kids-at-the-rijksmuseum-ages-4/
CATEGORIES:Family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260716
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260717
DTSTAMP:20260706T070628Z
CREATED:20260706T070626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T070628Z
UID:18915-1784160000-1784246399@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:You\, Water Creature' — Summer Exhibition at ARTIS Explores the Origins of Life
DESCRIPTION:A new summer exhibition at ARTIS invites families to trace life back to its watery beginnings — and discover just how much water shapes everything alive\, including you. A hands-on\, thought-provoking visit for curious kids and their parents. \nWhere: ARTIS Royal Zoo \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/you-water-creature-summer-exhibition-at-artis-explores-the-origins-of-life/
CATEGORIES:Family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260718T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260718T235959
DTSTAMP:20260702T233633Z
CREATED:20260630T215347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T233633Z
UID:312-1784332800-1784419199@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Species Spotting Day: Butterflies at Amsterdamse Bos
DESCRIPTION:Join the annual butterfly count at Amsterdamse Bos — families help tally and map butterfly species in the forest. A genuinely fun way to combine nature and citizen science. \nWhere: Amsterdamse Bos \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/species-spotting-day-butterflies-at-amsterdamse-bos/
CATEGORIES:Family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260718T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260718T235959
DTSTAMP:20260703T000114Z
CREATED:20260630T215537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T000114Z
UID:1295-1784332800-1784419199@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Swan Lake Ballet Workshops at Amsterdam Amateur Ballet
DESCRIPTION:Dance through summer vacation with Swan Lake-themed workshops at Amsterdam Amateur Ballet. Professional instruction tailored for young performers and beginners. \nWhere: Amsterdam Amateur Ballet \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/swan-lake-ballet-workshops-at-amsterdam-amateur-ballet/
CATEGORIES:Family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260719
DTSTAMP:20260705T070824Z
CREATED:20260705T070821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260705T070824Z
UID:18129-1784332800-1784419199@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Summer Castle — Explore and Play at Muiderslot This Vacation
DESCRIPTION:Kasteel Muiderslot\, the medieval castle just outside Amsterdam in Muiden\, opens up for a summer of scavenger hunts\, exploration\, and play. A classic Dutch castle adventure that’s a short trip from the city. \nWhere: Kasteel Muiderslot\, Muiden \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/summer-castle-explore-and-play-at-muiderslot-this-vacation/
CATEGORIES:Family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260719
DTSTAMP:20260705T070824Z
CREATED:20260705T070821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260705T070824Z
UID:18127-1784332800-1784419199@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Butterfly Spotting Day — Join the Annual Count in the Amsterdamse Bos
DESCRIPTION:Every year\, volunteers fan out across the Amsterdamse Bos to count butterfly species. This July\, join the count\, learn to identify local butterflies\, and help map their numbers. A lovely\, quirky outdoor activity for families and nature lovers. \nWhere: Amsterdamse Bos \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/butterfly-spotting-day-join-the-annual-count-in-the-amsterdamse-bos/
CATEGORIES:Family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260719
DTSTAMP:20260705T070829Z
CREATED:20260705T070826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260705T070829Z
UID:18150-1784332800-1784419199@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Toy Story Scavenger Hunt at the Rijksmuseum (Ages 6+)
DESCRIPTION:Join Woody\, Buzz\, and Jessie on a family scavenger hunt through the Rijksmuseum — a clever way to explore one of Amsterdam’s greatest collections with kids in tow. \nWhere: Rijksmuseum \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/toy-story-scavenger-hunt-at-the-rijksmuseum-ages-6/
CATEGORIES:Family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260719
DTSTAMP:20260705T070847Z
CREATED:20260705T070843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260705T070847Z
UID:18212-1784332800-1784419199@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Vrije Vogel Festival — Free Theatrical City Trek Across 8 Locations
DESCRIPTION:The Vrije Vogel (Free Bird) Festival sends families on a free theatrical walking route through the city\, stopping at 8 different locations for performances and a hands-on workshop. Part adventure\, part theater\, entirely free — a memorable summer Saturday for kids. \nWhere: Multiple locations across Amsterdam \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/vrije-vogel-festival-free-theatrical-city-trek-across-8-locations/
CATEGORIES:Family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260719
DTSTAMP:20260705T070853Z
CREATED:20260705T070850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260705T070853Z
UID:18234-1784332800-1784419199@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Swan Lake Ballet Workshops for Kids During Summer Vacation
DESCRIPTION:Amsterdam Amateur Ballet is offering Swan Lake-themed ballet workshops for kids during the summer holidays. A fun way to keep young dancers moving — and maybe discover a new passion. \nWhere: Amsterdam Amateur Ballet \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/swan-lake-ballet-workshops-for-kids-during-summer-vacation/
CATEGORIES:Family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260719
DTSTAMP:20260706T070617Z
CREATED:20260706T070616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T070617Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Castle at Muiderslot — Exploring\, Searching & Playing at a Real Medieval Castle
DESCRIPTION:Kasteel Muiderslot in Muiden — one of the best-preserved medieval castles in the Netherlands and an easy trip from Amsterdam — runs its Summer Castle program from July 18\, with exploring\, discovering\, and playing for families. A proper adventure for kids who have only ever seen castles in storybooks. \nWhere: Kasteel Muiderslot\, Muiden \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/summer-castle-at-muiderslot-exploring-searching-playing-at-a-real-medieval-castle/
CATEGORIES:Family
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260719
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SUMMARY:Toy Story Treasure Hunt at the Rijksmuseum — Ages 6+
DESCRIPTION:Join Woody\, Buzz\, and Jessie on a search-and-discover trail through the Rijksmuseum. A clever way to get kids engaged with one of the world’s great art collections — no cowboy hat required. \nWhere: Rijksmuseum \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/toy-story-treasure-hunt-at-the-rijksmuseum-ages-6-2/
CATEGORIES:Family
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