Recurring music and culture festival for families, with live performances, food, and entertainment. Running multiple weekends throughout July and early August at Nelson Mandelapark.Where: Nelson MandelaparkMore info & tickets
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.Where: Various locations, Amsterdam Zuidoost […]
The Wereldmuseum hosts a Tanabata festival celebration — the Japanese star festival — on a Sunday afternoon. Starting at noon, it's a culturally rich outing with activities for the whole family.Where: Wereldmuseum AmsterdamMore info & tickets
ZID Theater's Summer Talent Expedition runs through July 10, with free afternoon sessions (13:30–16:30) combining performing arts and workshops for kids. Today and tomorrow are your last chances to join — no ticket cost, accessibility provisions available.Where: ZID TheaterMore info & tickets
Bring the toys, clothes, and gear your kids have outgrown and swap them for something new-to-them. The Kids Edition of The Swap Club takes place at VESSEL on Revaleiland — a fun, sustainable way to refresh the toy box.Where: VESSEL, RevaleilandMore info & tickets
The Vrije Vogel (Free Bird) Festival sends families on a theatrical roaming adventure across eight different spots around Amsterdam, complete with a workshop along the way — and it's completely free. A great way to discover the city through the eyes of a child.Where: Multiple locations across Amsterdam (starting at AJTC)More info & tickets
A free outdoor theatrical parade weaving through 8 locations across the city, with a workshop included. Part festival, part treasure hunt, part performance — a genuinely distinctive summer day out for families.Where: Multiple city locations, AmsterdamMore info & tickets
Head to Pathé this summer for the Kids Festival: after your movie, you could win a free minute of shopping spree in a toy store. A fun seasonal incentive to make cinema visits extra memorable for the family.Where: Pathé CinemaMore info & tickets
Celebrate summer with a new family escape game, expedition to the highest mountain, caleidoscope making, and more activities.Where: Teylers MuseumMore info & tickets
The return of the Parade theater festival to Amsterdam with extensive children's activities and performances. A major summer event for families with young performers and interactive programming.Where: ParadeMore info & tickets