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SUMMARY:Sunday Celebration: Tanabata Festival at the Wereldmuseum
DESCRIPTION:The Wereldmuseum marks the Japanese Tanabata star festival with a special Sunday celebration. Tanabata — one of Japan’s most beloved summer traditions — involves making wishes on colorful paper strips hung from bamboo. A festive\, culturally rich afternoon at one of Amsterdam’s major museums. \nWhere: Wereldmuseum \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/sunday-celebration-tanabata-festival-at-the-wereldmuseum/
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SUMMARY:Lisbeth Gruwez & Maarten Van Cauwenberghe (Voetvolk) at De Brakke Grond
DESCRIPTION:Belgian choreographer Lisbeth Gruwez and musician Maarten Van Cauwenberghe bring their acclaimed Voetvolk company to De Brakke Grond for a performance that blurs the boundary between dance and music. Gruwez is one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary European dance. \nWhere: De Brakke Grond \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/lisbeth-gruwez-maarten-van-cauwenberghe-voetvolk-at-de-brakke-grond-2/
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SUMMARY:Eighties Film Special at De Hallen
DESCRIPTION:De Hallen hosts a special film screening celebrating the 1980s — expect big hair\, synth soundtracks\, and the cinematic excess that defined the decade. A fun\, nostalgic evening at one of Amsterdam-West’s favorite cultural hubs. \nWhere: De Hallen \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/eighties-film-special-at-de-hallen-2/
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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/
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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/
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SUMMARY:Modern Art in One Day — Study Day at Vrije Academie
DESCRIPTION:From realism to readymades: the Vrije Academie compresses a full survey of modern art movements into a single study day on the Herengracht. Perfect for anyone who wants a structured\, guided introduction to art history without committing to a full course. \nWhere: Vrije Academie\, Herengracht 368 \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/modern-art-in-one-day-study-day-at-vrije-academie/
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SUMMARY:Lecture: Art Deco Skyscrapers of New York at Vrije Academie
DESCRIPTION:A single-evening lecture exploring the art deco skyscrapers of New York — their architecture\, ambition\, and cultural context. Held at the Vrije Academie on the Herengracht. \nWhere: Vrije Academie\, Herengracht 368 \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/lecture-art-deco-skyscrapers-of-new-york-at-vrije-academie/
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SUMMARY:Batik\, Beats & Bumbu' — Indonesian Culture Film Series at De Balie Through July 8
DESCRIPTION:A film and cultural program exploring Indonesian heritage — batik\, music\, and cuisine — runs at De Balie through July 8. Given Amsterdam’s deep historical ties to Indonesia\, this is a culturally resonant program. Note: programming is in Dutch. Uitpas discount available. \nWhere: De Balie \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/batik-beats-bumbu-indonesian-culture-film-series-at-de-balie-through-july-8/
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SUMMARY:Agatha's Almanac — Film Event at De Balie
DESCRIPTION:A film event titled Agatha’s Almanac plays at De Balie through July 8. Uitpas discount available. Tickets on sale. \nWhere: De Balie \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/agathas-almanac-film-event-at-de-balie/
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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/
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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/
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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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SUMMARY:The Thing — Screening at LAB111
DESCRIPTION:Catch a screening of *The Thing* at LAB111 in Oud-West. Tickets available; Uitpas discount applies. \nWhere: LAB111\, Oud-West \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/the-thing-screening-at-lab111/
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SUMMARY:The Thing — Film Event at LAB111
DESCRIPTION:A film event screening of John Carpenter’s classic horror/sci-fi thriller *The Thing* runs through July 8 at LAB111\, one of Amsterdam’s most atmospheric cinema-and-culture venues in Oud-West. \nWhere: LAB111 \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/the-thing-film-event-at-lab111/
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SUMMARY:Une Femme Est une Femme
DESCRIPTION:A classic French film screening\, running through July 8 at LAB111 venue with multiple showtimes available. \nWhere: LAB111 \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/une-femme-est-une-femme/
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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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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/
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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/
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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/
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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/
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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/
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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/
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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/
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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/
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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/
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SUMMARY:MagicQ Lighting Control — 1-Day Intermediate Training
DESCRIPTION:A specialized one-day technical training course for intermediate-level MagicQ lighting-control operators. For theater technicians and lighting professionals. \nWhere: Aukes Theatertechniek Verhuur BV \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/magicq-lighting-control-1-day-intermediate-training/
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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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SUMMARY:Lisbeth Gruwez & Maarten Van Cauwenberghe — Voetvolk: Last Day at Brakke Grond
DESCRIPTION:Final chance today to catch this acclaimed Belgian dance-theater production by choreographer Lisbeth Gruwez and composer Maarten Van Cauwenberghe. Voetvolk (meaning ‘foot soldiers’ or ‘the walking people’) is known for its hypnotic physicality and intense ensemble energy. At Vlaams Cultuurhuis de Brakke Grond. \nWhere: Vlaams Cultuurhuis de Brakke Grond \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/lisbeth-gruwez-maarten-van-cauwenberghe-voetvolk-last-day-at-brakke-grond/
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SUMMARY:Antigone at Internationaal Theater Amsterdam — Julidans Festival
DESCRIPTION:The ancient Greek tragedy Antigone gets a contemporary dance treatment at the Internationaal Theater Amsterdam (ITA) as part of the Julidans festival. Running July 8–9 at multiple times\, it’s one of the festival’s flagship productions at one of Amsterdam’s premier stages. \nWhere: Internationaal Theater Amsterdam (ITA) \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/antigone-at-internationaal-theater-amsterdam-julidans-festival/
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SUMMARY:Antigone' — Dance Theater at ITA\, Tonight and Tomorrow
DESCRIPTION:A modern dance interpretation of ‘Antigone’ plays tonight and tomorrow at Internationaal Theater Amsterdam as part of the Julidans festival. Multiple showtimes — check the ITA website for times and tickets. \nWhere: Internationaal Theater Amsterdam (ITA) \nMore info & tickets
URL:https://essentiallyamsterdam.com/event/antigone-dance-theater-at-ita-tonight-and-tomorrow/
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