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SUMMARY:Tech & Business Networking: Startup Valley Pitch Night
DESCRIPTION:Curated pitch night for startup founders\, operators\, angels\, and VC partners at IJdok. Startups pitch live and receive direct feedback from investors; attendance limited to ensure focused conversation. Registration via external link required. \nWhere: IJdok 4\, Amsterdam \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/tech-business-networking-startup-valley-pitch-night/
CATEGORIES:Work/Business
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UID:652-1783015200-1783022400@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Startup Pitch & Networking Night at I Dock
DESCRIPTION:Founders and investors meet at I Dock on the IJ waterfront for a startup pitch and networking evening. Present your product\, connect with potential investors\, and find like-minded people in Amsterdam’s startup scene. Open to entrepreneurs at any stage. \nWhere: I Dock\, IJdok 4\, Amsterdam \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/startup-pitch-networking-night-at-i-dock/
CATEGORIES:Work/Business
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UID:455-1783015200-1783022400@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Startups & Operators Pitch Night Amsterdam
DESCRIPTION:An AI-focused startup pitch night at I Dock where founders pitch to investors\, fellow entrepreneurs\, and operators. Good entry point into Amsterdam’s startup scene\, whether you’re pitching or just networking. \nWhere: I Dock\, IJdok \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/startups-operators-pitch-night-amsterdam/
CATEGORIES:Work/Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260702T180000
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UID:424-1783015200-1783022400@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Startup Pitch & Networking Night in Amsterdam
DESCRIPTION:Founders\, investors\, and tech professionals gather for a startup pitch session and networking evening. Selected founders get 5 minutes on stage in front of active investors\, followed by Q&A and professional feedback. Open to founders and investors alike. \nWhere: IJdok 4\, Amsterdam \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/startup-pitch-networking-night-in-amsterdam/
CATEGORIES:Work/Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260702T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260702T190000
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UID:1644-1783011600-1783018800@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:No Such Summer Drinks
DESCRIPTION:No Such Ventures hosts a summer kickoff gathering Thursday\, July 2nd\, 5–10 PM for Amsterdam’s startup ecosystem—founders\, VCs\, advisors\, and entrepreneurs. Office open for drinks\, food\, and DJ beats from colleague Loet. \nWhere: No Such Ventures office\, Amsterdam \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/no-such-summer-drinks/
CATEGORIES:Work/Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260702T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260702T183000
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SUMMARY:Get Your Taxes Right as a Small Business Owner in the Netherlands
DESCRIPTION:A practical session for freelancers and small business owners covering deductions\, common mistakes\, and staying compliant with Dutch tax rules. At Keizersgracht\, July 2 at 16:30. \nWhere: Keizersgracht 62–64 \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/get-your-taxes-right-as-a-small-business-owner-in-the-netherlands/
CATEGORIES:Work/Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260702T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260702T180000
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UID:237-1783008000-1783015200@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Get Your Taxes Right as a Small Business Owner
DESCRIPTION:Freelancers and small business owners in Amsterdam — this one’s for you. On July 2 from 16:00–20:00\, EBC Amsterdam hosts a practical session on getting your Dutch taxes right\, with networking built in. Navigating the Dutch tax system as an international entrepreneur is notoriously confusing; this kind of hands-on guidance is genuinely hard to find. \nWhere: EBC Amsterdam\, Grachtengordel \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/get-your-taxes-right-as-a-small-business-owner/
CATEGORIES:Work/Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260701T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260701T210000
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UID:1536-1782932400-1782939600@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Clean Energy Venture Capital Evening — Amsterdam Energy Community
DESCRIPTION:The Amsterdam Energy Exchange series returns tonight with a talk by Austin Wood\, Investment Manager at Set Ventures — Europe’s leading energy-tech VC fund. The evening covers where capital is flowing in clean energy\, what is shaping the EU’s energy future\, and innovations to watch. Networking\, drinks\, and a live Q&A follow. The community typically draws 20–30 professionals. A €7.50 contribution is collected after the event. \nWhere: Dickys Grand Café\, Gustav Mahlerplein 110 \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/clean-energy-venture-capital-evening-amsterdam-energy-community/
CATEGORIES:Work/Business
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UID:706-1782932400-1782939600@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Amsterdam Energy Exchange: Clean Tech Energy Ventures with Set Ventures
DESCRIPTION:Evening talk and networking hosted by Austin Wood\, Investment Manager at Set Ventures (Europe’s leading energy-tech VC). Discussion on clean energy venture capital flows\, EU energy policy\, and emerging innovations. Targeting 20–30 professional participants. Drinks included. €7.50 contribution via Tikkie. Community coordination via WhatsApp; new attendees added on the day. \nWhere: Dicky’s Grand Café\, Gustav Mahlerplein \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/amsterdam-energy-exchange-clean-tech-energy-ventures-with-set-ventures/
CATEGORIES:Work/Business
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260701T210000
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UID:691-1782932400-1782939600@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Weekly Appsterdam Meetup: Makers & Tech Enthusiasts
DESCRIPTION:A long-running weekly gathering for app makers\, developers\, and tech enthusiasts at Café Bax\, the historic birthplace of Appsterdam. No structured talks—just a space to meet peers\, share ideas\, discuss projects\, find business partners\, and enjoy the venue’s seasonal beers. All Appsterdammers get 10% off food and drinks. Recurring every Wednesday at 19:00. \nWhere: Café Bax\, Ten Katestraat \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/weekly-appsterdam-meetup-makers-tech-enthusiasts/
CATEGORIES:Work/Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260701T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260701T200000
DTSTAMP:20260702T233827Z
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UID:419-1782928800-1782936000@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Amsterdam Java User Group: Simon Brown on the C4 Model at Miro
DESCRIPTION:The creator of the widely used C4 model for visualizing software architecture\, Simon Brown\, comes to Amsterdam for a hands-on evening at Miro’s office. Two sessions\, plus food\, drinks\, and networking — whether you’re new to C4 or deep in it. \nWhere: Miro\, Fred. Roeskestraat \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/amsterdam-java-user-group-simon-brown-on-the-c4-model-at-miro/
CATEGORIES:Work/Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260701T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260701T170000
DTSTAMP:20260702T234556Z
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UID:667-1782918000-1782925200@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Kickoff Session: How to Crowdfund Your Creative Project
DESCRIPTION:Thinking about funding a creative project through crowdfunding? Join this free kickoff session by voordekunst to learn how to launch a campaign\, get your idea funded\, and connect with others doing the same. Practical and actionable for artists\, makers\, and creative entrepreneurs. \nWhere: Winthontstraat 5\, Amsterdam \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/kickoff-session-how-to-crowdfund-your-creative-project/
CATEGORIES:Work/Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260701T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260701T120000
DTSTAMP:20260702T235846Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T235846Z
UID:1006-1782900000-1782907200@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Networking Brunch at Equals
DESCRIPTION:A mid-morning networking brunch at Equals — a relaxed format for Amsterdam professionals to connect over food rather than after-work drinks. \nWhere: Equals \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/networking-brunch-at-equals/
CATEGORIES:Work/Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260630T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260630T190000
DTSTAMP:20260703T172119Z
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UID:1676-1782838800-1782846000@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:EU-Nough Tech Rules? – The Realities of Scaling in Europe
DESCRIPTION:Full-evening startup conference and networking event at Hotel Arena covering European tech regulation\, scaling challenges\, labor law\, and innovation. Five-hour format with talks and drinks. \nWhere: Hotel Arena\, Oosterpark \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/eu-nough-tech-rules-the-realities-of-scaling-in-europe/
CATEGORIES:Work/Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260630T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260630T113000
DTSTAMP:20260703T000717Z
CREATED:20260630T215555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T000717Z
UID:1422-1782811800-1782819000@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Madrid Investment Forum
DESCRIPTION:Investment-focused seminar and networking event at World Trade Center Amsterdam. Relevant for founders\, investors\, and entrepreneurs exploring European funding opportunities. \nWhere: World Trade Center Amsterdam\, Tower 2 \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/madrid-investment-forum/
CATEGORIES:Work/Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260702T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260702T235959
DTSTAMP:20260703T170944Z
CREATED:20260630T215608Z
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UID:1507-1782950400-1783036799@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Tech Networking Event: Startups & Investors
DESCRIPTION:Biweekly networking event bringing together startups\, investors\, and entrepreneurs. Pitch opportunities\, industry insights\, and funding connections. \nWhere: IJdok\, Amsterdam \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/tech-networking-event-startups-investors/
CATEGORIES:Work/Business
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260702T235959
DTSTAMP:20260703T000347Z
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UID:1311-1782950400-1783036799@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Open Walk-In: Arts\, Culture & Events Office (Zuidoost)
DESCRIPTION:Free walk-in consultation at Stadsloket Zuidoost for aspiring and emerging cultural creators in Zuidoost: advice on grant applications\, cultural projects\, and professional development. \nWhere: Stadsloket Zuidoost \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/open-walk-in-arts-culture-events-office-zuidoost/
CATEGORIES:Work/Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260702T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260702T235959
DTSTAMP:20260702T235302Z
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UID:825-1782950400-1783036799@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Unmuted Meets: How to Win on LinkedIn in 2026 with Diandra Escobar
DESCRIPTION:Educational evening with keynotes on LinkedIn strategy\, networking\, food and drinks. Limited to 40 participants. \nWhere: Unmuted | B2B SaaS Marketing Agency \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/unmuted-meets-how-to-win-on-linkedin-in-2026-with-diandra-escobar/
CATEGORIES:Work/Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260702T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260702T235959
DTSTAMP:20260702T235225Z
CREATED:20260630T215506Z
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UID:778-1782950400-1783036799@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Tech Networking Event — Startup Valley
DESCRIPTION:A professional networking event bringing together tech professionals\, entrepreneurs\, investors\, and experts in Amsterdam. Build relationships and explore opportunities in the local tech scene. \nWhere: I Dock \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/tech-networking-event-startup-valley/
CATEGORIES:Work/Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260630T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260630T235959
DTSTAMP:20260703T172132Z
CREATED:20260630T215634Z
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UID:1688-1782777600-1782863999@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:EU-Nough Tech Rules? – The Realities of Scaling in Europe
DESCRIPTION:DutchBasecamp and CCIA Europe host a panel on how EU regulatory complexity constrains tech founder growth. Based on interviews with 145+ founders from Seed to Series F\, this event explores real-world impacts on hiring\, market entry\, product design\, and scaling speed. Targeted at founders\, investors\, and anyone navigating EU tech policy. \nWhere: Hotel Arena \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/eu-nough-tech-rules-the-realities-of-scaling-in-europe-2/
CATEGORIES:Work/Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260630T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260630T235959
DTSTAMP:20260703T171049Z
CREATED:20260630T215615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T171049Z
UID:1572-1782777600-1782863999@essentiallyamsterdam.com
SUMMARY:Monthly Arts & Culture Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Stadsdeel Zuid hosts a monthly office hours session for artists and cultural practitioners. Bring questions about your ideas\, project proposals\, or funding. Open to anyone with a cultural initiative. \nWhere: De Cinetol\, Amsterdam-Zuid \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/monthly-arts-culture-office-hours/
CATEGORIES:Work/Business
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