Monday 28 September
A gentle musical performance tailored specifically to babies up to 18 months old and their carers.
A neighbourhood winter gathering featuring a temporary ice-skating rink and seasonal festivities.
The Icelandic stand-up comic brings his dry, observant English-language show exploring continental quirks to Amsterdam.
The city history museum offers a special celebratory programme with free treats for visitors.
The revered Greek singer performs selections from his half-century career in rebetiko and traditional folk music.
Up-and-coming stand-ups and seasoned comics test out new jokes on the cultural venue's welcoming stage.
Greg Dulli's long-running alternative rock outfit perform their blend of grunge power and gritty soul.
A guided museum tour designed to introduce children to modern art through playful activities and questions.
The Detroit rapper and producer showcases two decades of soulful, underground hip-hop and sample-heavy beats.
Errol Morris's Oscar-winning documentary features former US Secretary of Defense Robert McNamara reflecting on the nature of 20th-century warfare.
Michael Moore's provocative 2004 documentary takes a critical look at the presidency of George W. Bush and the aftermath of the September 11 attacks.
A creative craft and technology session where children design and build their own adventure island models.
A communal dinner cooked with seasonal produce harvested from local urban gardens.
The northern California shoegaze and space-rock quintet play heavy, reverb-drenched psychedelic rock.
The eclectic Belgian singer and multi-instrumentalist brings his blend of rock, electro, and pop to the stage.
Professional comics and up-and-coming talent test out new material at this weekly English-language comedy night.
The veteran Greek vocalist, one of the most prominent figures in modern rembetiko and laïko music, performs live.
The quirky venue pairs an indie film screening with a social textile craft night.
A community cooking session preparing meals with locally harvested, seasonal produce.
The neighborhood cultural venue hosts a Palestinian food and culture pop-up.
A community garden gathering bringing neighbours together over food made from rescued ingredients.
A public forum examining media consumption, propaganda, and navigating truth in modern political discourse.
A discussion exploring themes of identity, displacement, and community.
An informal conversation gathering where people learning Dutch can practice speaking with native volunteers over coffee.
A design thinking and making workshop encouraging youth to create creative solutions for their local neighbourhood.
Children can learn acting skills and movement at these drama classes run by Sona.
An experimental choral performance exploring vocal harmonies and celestial, ambient soundscapes.
Brazilian psychedelic pop band Glue Trip headline an evening of live music joined by the local indie group.
The Vienna-born, Dubai-raised singer-songwriter performs his emotional, classically influenced pop.
An intimate theatrical evening dedicated to the classic French chanson repertoire.
A drop-in language café for Dutch learners from beginner to intermediate levels looking to practice conversational skills.
Casual sports, games, and exercise sessions organised specifically for girls in West.
Singing lessons led by the Dutch jazz singer and theatre maker Astrid Seriese.
An open studio day where visitors can meet resident artists and see their works in progress.
Outdoor sports and activity sessions tailored for boys aged eight to thirteen.
Guided outdoor games and physical activities for children aged four to eight at the local playground.
A community dinner organized as part of Loneliness Awareness Week, bringing neighbours together over a shared meal.
A relaxed community book club gathering to discuss their latest monthly reading selection.
An open-level yoga class hosted at the Dapperbuurt community centre.
A guided Buddhist meditation session open to newcomers and experienced practitioners without advance booking.
The Antwerp theatre collective stages an expanded edition of its talk-and-performance night exploring contemporary social questions.
A documentary screening exploring the social and political realities of modern Cuba.
Norwegian violist Sunniva Skaug explores music inspired by Antonín Dvořák's American residency.
The innovative Dutch harpist performs a dedicated concert for members of the musician-run cooperative.
A chamber concert exploring interconnected musical ideas and varied acoustic textures at the musician-run collective's venue.
A free, community-led outdoor fitness workout open to all ages and fitness levels.
Casual dining and drinks served at the community venue at Het Groene Veld.
A holistic bodywork and plant medicine session focused on physical recovery and relaxation.
A weekly creative craft and art session designed to support mental well-being and meet neighbours.
An outdoor fitness session tailored for older adults looking to build strength, mobility, and stamina.
Participants combine dance movements and cognitive exercises designed to keep both body and mind active.
A screening at the independent cinema in the former pathological anatomy laboratory.
A panel discussion exploring conflicting viewpoints, subjectivity, and how artistic perspectives shape truth.
A weekly board games afternoon hosted by local students, open to neighbours for tea and games.
A workshop for emerging artists and creatives on managing the business and organisational side of freelance work.
A networking mixer connecting international tech professionals, founders, and investors in Amsterdam.
An art lecture exploring the collections and current exhibitions at the private modern art museum Voorlinden.
An evening of casual games of the ancient abstract board game Go, hosted at the hackerspace.
A social evening playing the traditional Dutch four-player card game.
A public talk exploring methods for bridging social divides and fostering meaningful civic connection.
A storytelling and discussion evening focusing on families experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity.
An evening examining activism, protest strategies, and radical approaches to social change.
A public philosophical talk explores ethics, care, and everyday human behaviour.
An informal orientation session providing practical business and career advice for emerging artists and creative graduates.
The opening reception for an exhibition highlighting the lived experiences and creative perspectives of students with disabilities.
An introductory session exploring the therapeutic and communicative uses of music.
The international community in The Hague gathers for an expat fair offering practical information, clubs, and local services.
A dedicated morning workspace session for members of the diversity-focused co-working network.
A casual community walking group leading forty-five-minute walks around Osdorp.
A weekly drop-in offering health measurements and nutritional advice for women from a neighbourhood dietician.
A self-study lab offering computers and resources to practice Dutch language, digital skills, or study for exams.
Aspiring musicians can book one-on-one consultation time with producer George in the library's studio.
Drop-in guidance offering information and support regarding schools, education options, and youth tutoring.
Emeritus professor Gerd Junne discusses his book exploring the potential of decentralised green hydrogen production.
Local children gather to watch a film together at the neighbourhood library.
Biographers and literary scholars discuss the ethics, challenges, and emotional stakes of writing about deceased authors.
A regular photography meet-up for club members to share images and discuss technique.
An introductory evening for product managers and digital professionals launching a mentorship initiative in the Netherlands.
Free-form improvisation and adventurous sound exploration at the volunteer-run cultural space in the Staatsliedenbuurt.
A local volunteer clean-up group meeting to collect street litter across the Indische Buurt.
A public organising meeting bringing residents and activists together to mobilise against the national housing crisis.
A public talk examining political participation, representation, and how to make democratic institutions more accessible to ordinary citizens.
A panel conversation aiming to move past media sensationalism and bridge polarized societal divides.
A presentation and discussion on methodologies and tools for conducting citizen-led scientific research.
A workshop and panel offering practical guidance and peer support for doctoral candidates navigating academic life.
An academic seminar discussing the boundaries, definitions, and experimental approaches in the neurobiology of language.
A drop-in café where young people with experience in youth care meet to share stories and support one another.
Volunteers assemble and distribute grocery packages to local families at Kindcentrum Sarphati in De Pijp.
A walk-in consultation where library staff help visitors with basic questions about computers, smartphones, and navigating online public services.
Drop-in technical support offering free guidance on using laptops, tablets, and smartphones.
An informational neighbourhood meeting for homeowners' associations in Nieuw-West regarding building sustainability and maintenance.
A professional tech conference focusing on hybrid cloud architecture and platform engineering.
An informal open session providing walk-in help with everyday computer, tablet, and smartphone queries.
A weekly neighbourhood food-bank initiative providing free surplus groceries to local residents.
A formal academic PhD defence in physics held by a researcher from the national institute Nikhef.
A consultation meeting gathering community feedback for the educational IT cooperative's MORIS project.
A digital literacy workshop focused on using digital patient portals, healthcare apps, and online medical services.
The continuation of an introductory computer course covering practical digital skills and internet usage.
A digital design workshop where kids plan and build worlds using digital Lego modelling tools.
A public neighbourhood discussion on independent living, home care and elderly housing solutions.
An information meeting for members of the Dutch pension fund for the agricultural and green sectors.
The landmark survey brings together the Japanese artist's signature polka dots, Infinity Mirror Rooms, and monumental soft sculptures.
Lie down on mats beneath the glass roof of the maritime museum to hear live music by candlelight.
The orchestra marks Christmas Day with its traditional afternoon concert under its future chief conductor.
The monthly open-air design market brings makers, artists and food stalls to the museum lawns.
The Scottish soul and R&B singer brings her powerhouse vocals and anthemic pop catalogue to Amsterdam.
An interactive science and technology exhibition focusing on the history, physics, and programming behind video games.
Stalls selling artisanal produce, hot food and handmade goods rotate through the city's parks on Sundays.
The science museum's hands-on floor lets visitors experiment with everyday engineering, household technology, and clean energy.
The orchestra's incoming chief conductor leads a symphonic pairing of Mozart and Tchaikovsky.
Audiences bring blankets and lie flat underneath the glass courtyard canopy to listen to live classical music.
A major retrospective by the renowned photographer known for monumental landscapes, portraits and atmospheric explorations of human impact.
Over 150 monumental street art murals, painted on-site by international artists, fill a former shipyard warehouse.
Citywide arts festival staging performances, tours, and special events across various participating Amsterdam museums.
An exhibition showing the commercial textile patterns, garments, and decorative fabrics designed by the pop artist in the 1950s and 1960s.
A relaxed, sensory concert format introducing classical sounds and rhythms to babies up to 18 months old.
Hands-on workshops, games, and maritime activities designed for children and families.
The Mexican painter's life, portraits and vibrant folk-art aesthetic are explored through projected artworks and archival photography.
An exhibition for children featuring the intricate, detail-rich illustrations of Dutch picture-book maker Charlotte Dematons.
An interactive family exhibition where visitors consult the wise raven to explore themes of nature and human connection across cultures.
A hands-on music-making workshop where kids and parents experiment with unique electronic and acoustic instruments.
An animated digital installation bringing Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's classic novella and its philosophical meditations on life to light.
Dance event pioneers ID&T present a sensory labyrinth of light, sound, and interactive technology in the Elementenstraat warehouse.
An exhibition showcasing the pop artist's commercial textile designs from the 1950s and 1960s before his rise to fame.
A guided twilight nature walk for children to spot nocturnal wildlife and dusk-hunting animals.
The Houston-born stand-up comedian and storyteller, known for his viral specials and prison-memoir routines, performs live.
A Dutch-spoken lecture and concert delving into the rich classical and folk-influenced heritage of Armenian composers.
Local independent makers, designers, and craftspeople sell handmade wares inside the former tram depot.
Direct conversations and oral histories shared with survivors of the Holocaust.
The festival organisers stage a walkthrough experience using lasers, lights, and electronic soundscapes across several rooms.
Local designers, craftspeople, and food vendors set up stalls on Museumplein, running a week early to avoid marathon road closures.
Original stencils, screen prints, and authenticated indoor works by the elusive Bristol street artist are on permanent display.
A weekend market offering vintage furniture, design pieces, curiosities, and decorative objects in the historic market hall.
The painter's former home displays etching and drawing techniques to show how Rembrandt pushed the boundaries of his craft.
A multimedia showcase combining digital projections and photography to explore the life and art of the Mexican painter.
The Dutch-Ghanaian hip-hop and soul artist leads an accessible jazz-groove performance designed for families and young children.
The photographer presents vivid, stylised portraits celebrating the fashion and contemporary identity of people from Xinjiang.
STRAAT explores the fundamental visual elements of graffiti culture, from lettering and tags to rhythm and line work.
Morning yoga session held surrounded by Vincent van Gogh's masterworks.
A family exhibition exploring magic, illusions and ritual in Jewish culture and folklore.
The city archives present an updated historical canon surveying key episodes and figures across Amsterdam's 750-year history.
The powerhouse American tenor saxophonist leads a heavyweight rhythm section featuring bassist Matt Brewer and drummer Kendrick Scott.
Popular children's musician Dirk Scheele leads songs and movement games based on the famous orange cartoon cat.
The British genre-blending electronic producer performs alongside contemporary Dutch media artist Boris Acket's kinetic light installation.
An immersive digital experience that recreates the streets and canals of seventeenth-century Amsterdam.
The Estonian conductor leads the Swiss orchestra through Mahler's turbulent and tragic Sixth Symphony.
A practical painting and drawing class focused on composition, colour and expressive brushwork inspired by Vincent van Gogh.
Sculptures by the Dutch modernist, known for his stark geometric forms in steel, leather, and found materials, are installed across the museum's open-air grounds.
The celebrated Dutch recorder virtuoso performs alongside the period-instrument orchestra.
A gentle, sensory theatrical performance designed specifically for toddlers and babies.
The idiosyncratic Croatian pianist performs Chopin's lyrical second concerto alongside Mozart's dramatic G-minor symphony.
Four fixtures of Dutch jazz and improvised music come together for an unscripted Bimhuis set.
Outdoor art route placing site-specific sculptures and installations along the walking paths of the Amsterdamse Bos.
The contemporary Spanish-Dutch painter presents new works in dialogue with Francisco de Goya's iconic etchings, Los Disparates.
Renowned chamber choir Cappella Amsterdam sings the intricate, spiritually charged motets of J.S. Bach.
A behind-the-scenes guided tour through the costume departments, stages, and rehearsal halls of the opera house.
Crate-digging market inside the covered passage of De Hallen, featuring independent record vendors selling vinyl across multiple genres.
Amsterdam's chamber orchestra marks the festive season with a programme of seasonal classical works.
Mozart's comic singspiel about backstage theatrical rivalries is performed using traditional wooden marionettes.
Outdoor cooking activities for children using fresh produce harvested directly from the site.
Alan J. Pakula's gripping 1976 political thriller stars Robert Redford and Dustin Hoffman as the Washington Post reporters who broke the Watergate scandal.
Visitors can watch the street artist creating a large-scale piece live inside the graffiti hall.
The private museum showcases street works, prints, and stencils by the elusive British artist.
Learn the fundamentals of silkscreening and print your own custom design onto t-shirts in this hands-on studio session.
Visitors on the fortress island can observe licensed ornithologists capturing, measuring, and banding wild birds for ongoing scientific research.
A brief, family-friendly Dutch-language opera performance staged on the platform of an Amsterdam metro station.
The idiosyncratic Dutch jazz guitarist and composer plays an intimate set in the historic former stock exchange.
A broad survey of modern and contemporary art, design, and photography from the museum's permanent holdings.
Illusionist Rico Weeland stages an intimate evening of magic, mentalism, and storytelling.
Interactive light and digital installations invite visitors into responsive, mirror-filled rooms.
The presentation examines clothing from 1640 to 1930 that bears physical signs of wear, tailoring, mending, and daily life.
Take a behind-the-scenes look at the concert hall's architecture and acoustics before attending the free midday performance.
A retrospective dedicated to the influential Indonesian-Dutch industrial and interior designer best known for designing Schiphol Airport's original interiors.
DJs play deep house and electronic sets on the twentieth floor of the A'DAM Tower overlooking the city.
Sidney Lumet's biting 1976 media satire stars Peter Finch as an unraveling news anchor and Faye Dunaway as an unscrupulous TV executive.
The Australian author of the bestselling Nevermoor fantasy series appears in conversation with Kirsten König.
Children can drop in to create their own artworks inspired by the museum's collection and exhibitions.
An exhibition celebrating early trailblazers and foundational works in digital and video installation art.
An exhibition tracing decades of LGBTQIA+ community life, activism, pride celebrations, and resilience across Amsterdam.
The long-running ensemble mixes fast-paced improv games, sketches, and video comedy sparked by audience suggestions.
The exhibition examines the global supply chains of cocoa, sugar, and palm oil behind the beloved Dutch breakfast staple.
The Dutch fashion designer and artist known for colorful, subversive textiles and dolls presents an installation celebrating individuality.
Studio Ghibli's beloved 1995 animated coming-of-age drama follows a bookish schoolgirl in Tokyo who dreams of becoming a writer.
A guided look inside the striking Amsterdam School landmark, paired with drinks or food in the grand hotel.
The orchestra plays a seasonal programme of celebratory symphonic pieces for the holidays.
Curated screenings highlighting iconic films, cult favourites, and indie classics from the 1990s.
A specialist tour through the world's oldest functioning Jewish library, housed in the Portuguese Synagogue complex.
Sightseeing boats navigate the moat and outer waterways surrounding the star-shaped fortress town.
Creative, hands-on craft and play activities for children aged five and up.
An exhibition featuring the Congolese artists' cooperative CATPC, exploring post-colonial ecology, labour, and restitution.
An intimate, pop-up live jazz session showcasing local musicians inside the 19th-century church.
A guided tasting session exploring the culinary customs and flavours of the Dutch Renaissance in the castle grounds.
The contemporary art museum's basement level hosts large-scale room projections, light works, and screen-based installations.
Screenings of documentaries, concert films, and cinematic features focused on musical artists and subcultures.
Vocalists Lilian Vieira, Ana Beck, and Viviani Godoy gather around the table for an authentic Brazilian roda de samba session.
The Dutch ensemble presents its annual interpretation of Handel's celebrated choral masterwork.
Close-up magicians perform sleight of hand right at the tables in a casual pub setting.
The acclaimed Dutch children's book illustrator exhibits her intricately detailed drawings.
The optical illusion museum opens its doors to four-legged visitors alongside their owners.
Portuguese fado singer LINA_ collaborates with Spanish jazz pianist Marco Mezquida in a modern reinterpretation of traditional Iberian songs.
Sightseeing boat cruises along the scenic Vecht river past historic estates and tea houses.
Historical reenactors demonstrate traditional musket-firing and military drills inside the Naarden fortress museum.
Exhibition dedicated to the people, history, and traditions of Amsterdam's landmark seventeenth-century Portuguese Synagogue.
Ornithologists demonstrate the process of catching, ringing, and releasing migratory birds stopping over on the fortress island.
The Netherlands Bach Society performs contemplative early music for All Souls' Day in the historic church.
Forest biologist Nico leads a guided nature walk through the Amsterdamse Bos.
Recorder virtuoso Lucie Horsch joins cellist Nicolas Altstaedt and lutenist Thomas Dunford for baroque and early music.
The American artist examines identity, gender, and celebrity culture through self-portraiture that mimics glossy fashion shoots and consumer advertising.
A family weekend of puppet theatre designed to stimulate the senses of young audiences.
Special garden tours, plant displays, and seasonal activities across the formal baroque grounds of the royal palace.
Felix Meritis hosts live performances exploring modern electronic music from Brazil as part of the annual festival.
Toddlers and young children get free-jumping access to the trampolines during a session tailored for little ones.
The exhibition highlights textile designs and fabric works created by artists linked to the mid-century avant-garde Cobra movement.
A long-running Sunday afternoon tradition of live jazz sessions in a classic literary café on the canal.
A Sinterklaas musical theatre performance tailored for toddlers aged two and up.
An open creative workshop in the museum where visitors experiment with spontaneous painting and mixed media in the CoBrA spirit.
A hands-on workshop guiding participants through traditional cold-process soapmaking using natural ingredients.
A dedicated cinema programme spotlighting seminal films from the 1990s.
A retrospective examining the turbulent life and intensely emotional, colourful paintings of the Dutch modern expressionist.
A hands-on workshop introducing the textiles, dressing traditions and etiquette of the Japanese kimono.
Musicians gather around a table to play acoustic Brazilian samba in the traditional roda circle format.
A self-guided or organised walking route exploring the historic ramparts, castle and waterways of the fortified town.
An indoor jump session on connected trampolines and obstacle courses.
Professional artists set up stalls on the Spui square every Sunday to sell paintings, prints, and ceramics directly to passersby.
A guided bicycle ride along city canals and neighbourhood streets covering local history and architecture.
Graduating second-year resident artists from the prestigious post-academic institute exhibit their work in the historic Ateliers building.
Two master Italian pianists share the bench for four-hands works on the venue's concert grand.
Showcase spotlighting cutting-edge graduate collections from the Netherlands' top fashion academy alumni.
An interactive, multi-sensory tour of the museum designed specifically for blind and visually impaired visitors.
An evening of personal narratives and performances centring LGBTQ+ experiences and voices.
The restaurant serves a surprise multi-course tasting menu decided entirely by the kitchen, without an à la carte option.
Promotional burger giveaway celebrating the launch of a new menu item.
The museum investigates the origins, artist, and identity of the sitter in an enigmatic Golden Age portrait.
A theatrical piece exploring toxic masculinity and modern misogyny through the prism of online influencer Andrew Tate.
A practical culinary class covering milk curdling, pressing and the fundamentals of home cheesemaking.
Organ and classical musicians give daytime performances beneath the vaulted ceiling of the historic canal-side church.
The veteran Japanese jazz pianist leads his dynamic new trio.
A small-group salon boat tour departs from the five-star hotel along the Amstel river.
Performance artist Ahilan Ratnamohan uses soccer choreography to examine ambition, migration, and the corporate branding of sport.
Musicians take turns on stage for a late-night blues and rock session at the long-running Leidseplein live-music venue.
The acclaimed French soprano saxophonist leads his boundary-pushing contemporary jazz quartet.
Display of the freshly conserved sixteenth-century altarpiece depicting the descent from the cross in the attic church.
A guided backstage look through the auditoriums, workshops, and history of the city's municipal theatre.
The historic castle estate showcases its botanical gardens and grounds in seasonal bloom.
A documentary exploring the legendary Afrofuturist jazz pioneer's deep connection to his Alabama hometown.
A hands-on ceramics class teaching throwing and shaping clay on the potter's wheel.
The fashion platform marks two decades of championing top graduates from Dutch fashion academies with a retrospective showcase.
The Dutch fashion photographer presents two decades of imagery documenting the standout graduation show for rising designers.
Free outdoor group fitness classes running weekly along the green strip on De Boelelaan in collaboration with the Vrije Universiteit.
Instructors teach basic clay shaping and texturing techniques to help you sculpt an object, figure, or abstract form.
Carlos Saura's haunting 1976 drama explores childhood trauma and the final days of the Franco regime through the eyes of an eight-year-old girl.
Nicolas Winding Refn's stylish 2011 neo-noir thriller stars Ryan Gosling as a quiet Hollywood stunt driver who moonlights as a getaway driver.
An informal board game meetup designed to help Dutch language learners practice their speaking skills while playing games.
A free language workshop and informal café where learners practice spoken Dutch together in a relaxed setting.
An introductory walkthrough of the photography museum's current exhibitions led by an in-house guide.
A hands-on creative workshop where children and their parents experiment with making art together.
An informal conversation circle where Dutch learners of all levels chat over coffee to build their everyday speaking confidence.
Practice Dutch, English, Spanish, and other languages over drinks in an informal mixer.
NDSM Treehouse resident musicians present an intimate live performance paired with food and drinks.
Melkweg Cinema screens feature-length documentaries and concert films spotlighting iconic musicians, subcultures, and music history.
An exhibition exploring the complex debates, ethics and practices surrounding the restitution of colonial-era heritage items.
Tour the historic municipal theatre on Leidseplein, going backstage to visit the dressing rooms and wings.
A thematic walkthrough exploring the collection and modern art history through LGBTQIA+ perspectives.
Taxidermy duo Sinke & Van Tongeren present their theatrical, Old Master-inspired arrangements of exotic preserved birds and animals.
Dolly Parton and Burt Reynolds star in the 1982 musical comedy about a legendary Texas brothel under threat from a television evangelist.
John Carpenter's satirical 1988 sci-fi action film stars 'Rowdy' Roddy Piper as a drifter who discovers aliens are controlling humanity through subliminal media.
The French string quartet, celebrated for their Russian repertoire, performs works by Weinberg, Prokofiev, and Beethoven.
The museum displays patterned skirts and wearable textiles designed by key painters and sculptors of the post-war CoBrA movement.
The celebrated British tenor and his longtime collaborative pianist perform nineteenth-century lieder by Wolf and Schubert.
A hands-on craft session covering the practical techniques, ingredients, and chemistry needed to create natural bar soaps.
A children's theatre performance designed for toddlers and young kids at the boutique puppet and story theatre.
An open-air secondhand market selling pre-loved clothes, homeware, and garden finds.
The grassroots archive presents perspectives on colonial history, resistance, and grassroots solidarity movements across the Dutch empire and beyond.
Actors spin an improvised theatrical story using audience suggestions to explore a chosen genre.
The Norwegian acoustic trio plays their warm, melodic mix of Nordic jazz and folk.
A screening of the documentary charting the pioneering Washington D.C. independent soul, jazz, and go-go record label Black Fire.
A practical textile workshop teaching mending, customisation, and redesign techniques to revamp old garments.
A creative studio session exploring how everyday chairs can capture a sitter's character, taking cues from Van Gogh’s depictions of his own seat.
A queer club night focused on upbeat pop tracks and electronic dance anthems in the Houthavens.
A hands-on introduction to linocut printmaking, from carving blocks to pulling prints on paper.
Children aged eight and up can explore coniferous tree species from around the globe across the botanical garden.
The Danish bassist presents his forward-looking acoustic piano trio featuring pianist Xavi Torres and drummer Naíma Acuña.
The Czech mezzo-soprano and Scottish pianist present a programme of central European art songs.
Music journalist Edgar Kruize explores Prince's prolific artistic ties, concerts, and legacy across the Netherlands.
Audience seating for the recording of Eva Jinek's current affairs talkshow at De Hallen.
Interactive play and sensory learning activities designed for young children.
An outdoor nature scavenger trail for families featuring animal sculptures and tasks along the path.
Magician Rico Weeland performs close-up sleight of hand right in front of the audience.
The American stand-up comic brings his solo show to the comedy club for an extra performance.
Dutch-Kurdish singer Naaz shares an intimate triple bill with Italian jazz vocalist Marta Arpini and indie act LifeLoan.
An architectural model exhibition exploring the extensive future urban development plans for Amsterdam's northern docklands.
A special tour and discussion exploring Andy Warhol's life, art, and enduring cultural impact through an LGBTQ+ lens.
The adventurous, fast-moving Dutch street orchestra brings its autumn programme indoors to Amsterdam-Noord.
An exhibition exploring gender transformation, performance, and shifting bodily identity through archaeological artefacts and contemporary culture.
An interactive exhibition space exploring archaeological discovery, material culture, and how finds are catalogued.
A traditional puppet theatre performance for young children.
The national broadcast choir tackles Rossini's 1841 setting of the traditional Stabat Mater hymn.
Ceramicist Anita Kluge leads a hands-on clay modelling workshop blending craft and storytelling.
Theatre Rotterdam and Nastaran Razawi Khorasani stage a theatrical meditation on protest and connection.
An exhibition examining how contemporary artists combine photography with collage techniques to construct alternative narratives.
The Dutch baritone joins forces with two leading pianists for a crossover programme moving from French chanson to American standards.
A hands-on craft session teaching basic techniques to design and assemble personal jewellery.
Exhibition of photography by the Dutch-Uruguayan artist known for her portraits exploring gender, identity, and memory.
The visual artist presents installations and performances reflecting on post-colonial history, identity and Caribbean heritage.
An exhibition exploring the legacy and innovations of the nineteenth-century Dutch cocoa and chocolate manufacturer.
An interactive audio-visual walking tour around Amsterdam East designed for children aged seven and up.
A lively cultural showcase bringing together emerging musical acts and creative performances.
A self-guided walking route detailing maritime history and architectural landmarks around the Oosterdok docklands.
The Dutch-American comic headlines an evening of observational stand-up.
A guided walk exploring the plant collections and seasonal highlights of the botanical garden.
Students from Berlin's Ernst Busch Academy present Mike Bartlett's workplace satire Contractions.
Photography exhibition exploring personal reflections, tributes, and diverse cultural perspectives on mortality.
A theatrical concert for children aged eight and up, written and performed by Kelly van Kempen and Kelvin Allison.
An exhibition at the museum of funeral culture exploring the relationship between traffic, transit and mortality.
A multi-course dinner highlighting autumn produce and locally sourced seasonal ingredients.
Creative Coding Amsterdam hosts an introduction to making pixel art and retro games with the PICO-8 virtual machine.
An exhibition exploring the intersection of Lutheran faith, openness, and queer community history in Amsterdam.
The central library hosts an exhibition celebrating the history, milestones, and activists of the local LGBTQ+ movement.
Hands-on clay modelling workshop guiding participants through basic sculpting and shaping techniques.
A playful family afternoon combining casual games of bingo with food and entertainment.
Musicians from the resident orchestra step out into smaller chamber formations for a Hungarian-themed programme.
Henri-Georges Clouzot's 1956 documentary captures Pablo Picasso painting directly onto glass, revealing his artistic process in real time.
Amsterdams Allooi leads a festive communal sing-along of holiday classics in the intimate canal-side theatre.
An evening devoted to fresh oysters and paired drinks at the hotel's bar.
The University of Amsterdam’s archaeology museum displays ancient glassware from Roman, Egyptian, and Mediterranean collections.
A guided walk from the historic Red Light District house highlighting influential women in the city's social history.
The town square fills with stalls offering fresh produce, cheese, fish, clothes and household wares.
The Dutch designer displays playful sculptures and everyday design objects repurposed from obsolete collectables and materials.
The rising Scandinavian string quartet takes on Schubert's famously intense chamber masterwork.
Gunther von Hagens's exhibition of plastinated human bodies, focusing on the anatomical science of happiness and wellbeing.
The Dutch-Brazilian net artist, known for using websites as canvases, presents his book-based and printed projects.
Nine contemporary artists of Moluccan descent examine their roots, shared heritage and cultural identity through varied media.
An immersive audiovisual screening pairing the British band's music with large-format digital visuals projected across walls and floors.
An exhibition exploring the movement, culture and sensory experience of swimming through contemporary art.
An art exhibition exploring modern self-representation and collective belonging in the converted NDSM shipyard.
The Dutch textile artist is internationally acclaimed for her tactile wool felt works dyed with heritage plants she cultivates herself.
Photographer Tomás Mauro presents a participatory project connecting strangers through portraits and written notes.
An exhibition exploring the history and lived experiences of the Moluccan community in Amsterdam seventy-five years after their arrival in the Netherlands.
An open-air photography exhibition displayed along the boulevard at the Sloterplas.
The university heritage museum displays ancient glassware alongside recent research into classical glassmaking techniques.
A group presentation featuring work by established names of modern and street-influenced art.
The museum surveys the intense, psychological canvases and watercolours of the Dutch Expressionist painter.
The renowned South African visual activist presents photographic portraits documenting Black LGBTQIA+ communities.
A retrospective survey dedicated to the Dutch artist best known for his minimalist wire sculptures, drawings, and luminous cityscape silhouettes.
The sustainable Amsterdam fashion house hosts a temporary boutique featuring its latest collection alongside discounted archival pieces.
Experimental ensemble Jam With Humans stages an evening of interactive music and improvisation inside an independent bookshop.
The emerging photographer presents work examining memory, personal archives and unseen perspectives of family life.
Local performers, musicians, and comedians take the stage for short sets at this West neighbourhood arts venue.
A retrospective examining the foundational 1970s and 80s work of the seminal Dutch video-art distribution and research platform.
An immersive digital light and projection experience that surrounds visitors with life-sized prehistoric creatures in their ancient habitats.
Live vocalists and musicians run through an evening of classic and contemporary R&B and soul numbers.
Artist Miquel Hervás Gómez leads a hands-on workshop transforming publication waste into fresh handmade sheets of paper.
The emerging Austrian string quartet performs as part of the European Concert Hall Organisation's emerging talent showcase.
A guided walking tour through the modernist sanatorium complex designed by Jan Duiker in Hilversum.
A behind-the-scenes guided tour through the concert halls, backstage areas, and modern architecture of the waterfront music venue.
The Dutch pioneer of internet art presents digital works examining how computational materials interact with physical space.
Portraits and personal histories chronicling the community surrounding Amsterdam's Portuguese Synagogue.
The online music platform hosts an evening of listening and underground grooves in the sound bar.
An archival photo display tracing the history of Amsterdam's Pride demonstrations and queer activism.
A mixed-media showcase in the shipyard warehouse investigating aquatic movement and bodily immersion.
A personal storytelling session recounting experiences and legacies connected to the Holocaust.
Singing and movement classes for children, taught by Tehuta.
An outdoor sculpture garden exhibiting contemporary three-dimensional artworks amidst landscaped grounds.
Artists in the NDSM shipyard explore self-portraiture, digital image manipulation, and narcissism in modern culture.
Practical studio session introducing ceramic glazing techniques, finishes, and colour application for pottery.
A deep-dive recital focused on Beethoven's dazzling and technically demanding Opus 53 piano sonata.
The Dutch comedian, presenter and online personality previews her solo cabaret performance.
Textile artist Claudy Jongstra pairs her signature felted, raw wool pieces with works by guest artists exploring sustainable material processes.
French-born comedian Maeva Dolle brings her comedy to the stage.
A nostalgic, travelling dance party designed primarily for older adults, featuring classic ballroom and pop hits.
Guided tours exploring the city archives and the monumental 1920s architecture of the former bank building on Vijzelstraat.
Guided walks around the historic country estate in Heemstede, where botanist Carl Linnaeus once worked as court physician and garden director.
The Dutch jazz trio reinterprets Beethoven's classical repertoire through modern jazz arrangements.
A guided walking and sketching excursion exploring the surrounding streets with drawing materials in hand.
A tactile scale model allows visitors to experience the architecture of the waterfront and the Arcam building through touch.
A community creative making session hosted at the contemporary art space in Amsterdam-Noord.
An exhibition tracing how textile production and the fabric trade were bound up with Dutch colonial slavery.
An exhibition at the city centre council office tracks the history and ongoing life of the capital's LGBTQ+ community.
An exhibition showcasing contemporary visual art and cross-disciplinary projects from the Low Countries.
A night of live music and party sounds at the waterside venue in Amsterdam-Noord.
The international piano trio pairs classic Romantic works with twentieth-century chamber music by Rebecca Clarke.
A session exploring drawing, movement and improvised visual art.
Contemporary artists explore selfhood and belonging in a collaborative group exhibition.
An exhibition dedicated to the mid-century rescue and reconstruction of historic wooden windmills and houses along the Zaan.
Retrospective covering the long career of the celebrated Haarlem painter known for his atmospheric still lifes and studio interiors.
A public showing of an art collection housed inside the former mint depository.
The celebrated Dutch sculptor shows expressive works crafted from handblown glass, textile, and ceramics.
A live classical concert showcasing a selection of chamber music works.
A guided walk through the photography museum's temporary exhibition inside its canal house galleries.
An evening of mystery and theatrical storytelling at the foodbar venue.
An exhibition at the museum of Lutheran history exploring the heritage and resilience of the queer community.
The Amsterdams Kleinkunst Festival hosts an intimate cabaret and literary stage night named in honour of Ramses Shaffy.
An interdisciplinary afternoon exploring art publications and cinema at the canal-house art space.
The German-French pianist performs a solo recital of core classical piano works.
Interactive community project exchanging handwritten postcards with library visitors to explore social connections.
Participants in a four-day training demonstrate and playtest prototype serious games designed to explore urban planning and civic challenges.
A gathering of regional blues musicians for an evening of live sets in Zaandam.
The British artist shows her distinctive hand-drawn textiles and figurative work confronting personal and societal grief.
A showcase exploring micro-housing, modular design, and efficient urban living solutions at Haarlem's architecture centre.
A visual arts exhibition spotlighting local creative talent and community stories.
Solo theatre and cabaret performance by Leon Brill at the casual dining and performance venue.
Theatre maker Sarah Jonker presents a physical, messy performance piece.
The Dutch painter and illustrator displays works celebrating female bodies, desire, and bodily vulnerability through soft, vibrant color.
An exhibition exploring the modernist architecture and legacy of Willem Marinus Dudok.
The Dutch artist, a co-founder of the Nul movement, is celebrated for his serial assemblages of found and discarded everyday objects.
An exhibition exploring life and permanence through printmaking and graphic arts.
An indoor simulator session letting golfers play virtual rounds on courses from around the world.
An exhibition reflecting on family, memory loss, and grief at the national museum dedicated to funeral heritage.
The Dutch artist displays whimsical ceramic creatures and eccentric character sculptures.
Neo-classical composer Eric Christian and concert pianist Nino Gvetadze perform an evening of ambient and classical piano works.
The ensemble plays an intimate live set at the long-running Leidseplein jazz bar.
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An art installation probing the fraught and porous boundary between natural environments and human culture.
A stand-up comedy showcase featuring a lineup of Dutch-language comedians.
An open participatory singing gathering held at the Jordaan neighbourhood theatre cafe.
The Dutch comedian and impressionist tests out material for her solo theatre show.
An exhibition focusing on the post-war Dutch avant-garde collective that united artists and architects in search of new functional forms.
A guided public nature walk through the heathland and protected wetland reserve near Hilversum.
Community repair event where volunteers help fix broken household appliances, clothing, electronics, and bicycles.
View a private collection of paintings, sculptures, and etchings housed in a historic building beside the Munttoren.
A display of freestyle brushwork on Chinese rice paper, exploring dynamic floral forms and vivid color.
The Dutch-Uruguayan photographer shows portraits exploring identity, gender and cultural belonging in the museum's project space.
The Egyptian-French artist presents playful conceptual works examining language, diplomacy, and bureaucratic rituals.
Take a self-guided 90-minute walking route exploring the history and architecture around the Oosterdok basin.
The Dutch fine art photographer presents contemplative black-and-white prints examining emotional resonance, ageing, and natural transition.
An exhibition exploring personal roots, collective memory, and future visions through contemporary art and research.
A photography and art exhibition exploring local urban stories and community life around the park and neighbourhood.
An art exhibition exploring natural and urban environments through varied creative perspectives in the historic wooden church.
Resident artists, artisans, and makers from the Zaandam creative hub exhibit their latest collaborative work.
The improvising ensemble performs a live set blending free jazz and theatrical elements to launch their new record.
Borrowing Orwell's Animal Farm maxim, this group exhibition gathers contemporary work addressing power structures and human-nonhuman hierarchies.
An exhibition exploring shared histories of freedom and anti-colonial struggle across Suriname, the Antilles, and Indonesia.
The Copenhagen-based artist plays melancholic, collage-like pop pieces built from his 2024 debut on Posh Isolation.
An outdoor high-intensity interval training session designed to build strength and cardiovascular fitness in the forest.
French painter Lou Ros and South Korean artist Sanghyuk Kim present expressive mixed-media paintings and figurative works.
Guided walk-in tours providing deeper context on the modern and contemporary post-war art in the collection.
Explore the long career of the Haarlem painter and watercolourist through works preserved from his studio on the Spaarne.
Marinka Reuten shows subtle, atmospheric works evoking dappled sunlight filtering through trees.
The Dutch ceramic artist displays his imaginative, brightly colored sculptural creatures.
Koentact opens its doors for free trial lessons, language level assessments, and an introduction to its teaching methods.
Robert Zandvliet showcases large-scale paintings inspired by historical concepts of the Persian garden.
A social Sunday afternoon tea dance featuring classic swing, pop, and ballroom tunes.
The German painter presents atmospheric, layered landscapes that blur the line between real wilderness and internal psychological spaces.
The gallery devoted to outsider, neurodivergent, and non-normative artists presents a collaborative mixed-media exhibition.
The Beijing-born visual artist and designer exhibits work engaging with physical exercise, discipline, and historical iconography.
Dutch artist Ineke Oostveen presents personal figurative work exploring adulthood and maturity.
Polish artist Mikołaj Sobczak presents work interrogating historical narratives, queer resistance, and national mythmaking.
The university gallery explores how artists and scientists interpret different dimensions of perception and truth.
A communal singing session held in the test building on the Marineterrein grounds.
The Dutch ceramicist is celebrated for her detailed, Baroque-inspired glazed sculptures blending mythology, mortality and anatomical curiosity.
An interactive social gathering designed to spark conversations and new connections among library visitors.
Students receive free admission or half-price tickets to stage productions and workshops across the venue's autumn programme.
The live cover band plays an energetic set of classic rock, pop, and funk favourites.
A joint video screening program featuring experimental moving-image works by Korakrit Arunanondchai, Anne-Mie Van Kerckhoven, Jota Mombaça, and Larry Achiampong.
Jacob and Robert bring their underground mixed-media comedy and variety night to the Grand Hotel Amrâth.
Lady Marmalade hosts an open-mic and spoken-word night inviting audiences to listen and speak up.
The veteran Dutch conceptual artist and biologist displays poetic works assembled from dried leaves, earth, and found natural elements.
The Dutch artist presents vividly coloured, apocalyptic drawings and paintings populated by sci-fi, occult, and cosmic imagery.
The Cuban artist presents conceptual work examining digital culture and alternative distribution networks outside formal online systems.
Pakistani contemporary artists Amra Khan, Naira Mushtaq, and Sehr Jalil show work questioning gender, ritual, and societal norms.
An exhibition exploring the design, social life, and evolution of public pavement space in post-war Amsterdam.
A group show inside the historic wooden church gathers works that interpret and reframe natural and built environments.
An exhibition exploring ideas of refuge, space, and belonging through contemporary visual art at the Flemish cultural centre.
A group exhibition engaging with queer identity, memory and imagined futures in dialogue with the museum's historic religious setting.
A regular walking group in West for staying active and meeting local neighbours.
The Indigenous Surinamese activist and community organizer speaks about cultural preservation and Indigenous rights.
The Dutch jazz vocalist and guitarist presents an evening of intimate standards and personal songs.
The Renaissance-era town hall opens its historic council chamber and collection of paintings for self-guided exploration.
Live jazz at the classic brown-café venue off the Leidseplein.
The Dutch comedian performs her stand-up solo about the realities of parenting and family life.
A joint exhibition pairing Lou Ros's deconstructed figurative painting with Sanghyuk Kim's contemporary artistic practice.
The Mexican artist presents sculptural and mixed-media works drawing on Quechua traditions and nocturnal themes.
An afternoon tea dance and social gathering for the local LGBTQ+ community.
A guided walk through the museum's permanent display charting the citizens, industries, and culture of Haarlem over several centuries.
The Dutch chamber group marks Valentine's Day with an intimate classical performance.
An audio-guided walking tour exploring the neighbourhood through women's voices, personal histories and urban memories.
A neighbourhood-focused exhibition chronicling community life, social changes, and resident experiences in the Indische Buurt.
The historic artists' society mounts a group exhibition centered on green themes, ecology, and nature.
The broadcast recording brings citizens and experts together for a moderated live debate on pressing social and political issues.
Musicians Luc Saha and Pao Pamaki lead an ambient, ceremonial sound journey with acoustic and world instruments.
A group art exhibition exploring the messy, uncertain transition into adulthood.
The Dutch-Moroccan comedian and actor tests material for his solo stand-up show.
A printmaking exhibition presented by the Grafein foundation showcasing diverse contemporary relief, intaglio, and screen-printing techniques.
Allan Sekula and Noël Burch's essay documentary examines the globalised economy through the lens of modern container maritime shipping.
The neighbourhood light-art initiative opens its latest run of community-focused installations.
Contemporary artists challenge the rigid botanical classification systems established by 18th-century taxonomist Carl Linnaeus.
A period exhibition showcasing daily family life, interiors and traditions of historic regional residents.
The photographer presents his debut solo exhibition of visual work.
An art exhibition confronting ruin, aftermath, and rebuilding in the Rokin club rooms.
An exhibition sharing community stories, recycled treasures and sustainable making from the neighbourhood hub.
A short live performance by comedian and theatre maker Leon Brill.
A historical presentation tracing traditional women's clothing, headwear, and customs of Volendam.
An outdoor community arts and gardening project situated on the new sand-spit development of Strandeiland.
The Dutch co-founder of the Nul movement displays his signature assemblages made from discarded mass-produced everyday objects.
A shared cabaret bill featuring sets from Robin Bleeker and Bas van der Meulen.
The Dutch sculptor shows new geometric, spatial works fashioned from industrial iron and steel.
Riverside bar and restaurant on the Amstel hosting regular community drinks, food, and social events.
Musical comedy duo Anne & Bas test out their cabaret revue.
Youth theatre school students perform an original staging about growing up, time passing, and everyday routines.
The Croatian contemporary artist re-examines modernist heritage, institutional memory, and collective history through painting and display structures.
Flemish-Dutch theatre collective De Nwe Tijd hosts an extended live edition of their conversational, idea-driven evening salon.
A contemporary art exhibition exploring personal, collective, and sensory representations of memory.
An intimate visual art exhibition staged inside the quirky local church venue.
A theatrical production presented on the Leidseplein stage.
Discounted entry for students at the indoor climbing and bouldering gym throughout the month.
A local networking evening and speed-dating session organised for city-centre residents.
The local amateur chamber orchestra presents a symphonic classical programme.
Progressive rock and folk-inspired singer-songwriter Anton Roolaart performs a quiet, attentive listening set.
The French artist exhibits delicate ceramic sculptures alongside drawings that blend organic shapes with architectural forms.
The Dutch comedy duo test out new material in an intimate try-out show.
A repair and craft session teaching participants how to pulp and recycle old paper into new sheets.
Artists Mia Weiner and Johnny Mae Hauser explore physical form and connection through collaborative contemporary works.
Visual artist Elise van Staveren presents work reflecting on mortality and human limits.
An intimate stand-up comedy night hosted in the cultural basement venue.
Joep Vermolen presents a short cabaret and comedy set.
An exhibition on local history reflecting on everyday village life and disrupted heritage.
An informal creative writing meetup where writers of all levels gather to work on prompts and share drafts.
Comedians Raoul and Buğra join forces for an evening of back-to-back stand-up comedy sets.
A guided tour exploring the architecture, council chambers, and history of the historic town hall.
An exhibition of artwork depicting the historic defensive gates that once guarded the perimeter of Haarlem.
Swimming classes tailored for children and adults with physical disabilities or chronic conditions.
A three-day workshop exploring voice, movement, and collaborative performance techniques.
Visual artist Leroy Berger presents new work engaging with Siberian indigenous language, memory and landscape.
The Italian artist installs a project drawing on dystopian fiction, linguistic shifts, and alternative historical narratives in the gallery's project space.
An exhibition tracing the environmental and economic histories of petroleum extraction and cotton farming.
A group contemporary exhibition exploring repetition, rhythm, and artistic revision.
Sculptor Gaston Bannier presents works at this studio and outdoor display space.
A library exhibition tracing local histories and personal memories through shared narratives.
An exhibition and performance program examining how bodies, audiences, and politics occupy both the public square and the theatrical stage.
Visual artist Nina Ascoly presents works exploring drawing and movement at this community creative hub.
A retrospective exhibition celebrating the life and creative output of the artist at the cultural hub named for the Dutch singer.
An exhibition spotlighting twelve community-led neighbourhood projects from across Amsterdam.
Members of the local Nieuw-West photography club present their recent observational and community work.
Founders, investors, and policymakers gather for rooftop drinks and discussion on European artificial intelligence strategy.
A two-person dialogue between painter Han Schuil and installation-focused artist Ricardo van Eyk.
Emerging artist Klaartje van Essen presents new sculptural and installation work developed during her De Ateliers residency.
The central bank showcases pieces from its corporate art collection exploring unexpected perspectives and hidden details.
A critical exhibition revisiting how social background and class privilege shape the careers and institutions of the contemporary art world.
A development programme for Zuidoost residents under 30 looking to build practical skills and professional networks.
Dutch abstract painter Paul Drissen shows geometric, collage-based paintings that balance modernist order with playful, provisional forms.
Entrepreneurs, tech talent, and early-stage investors connect at an informal startup networking evening.
A workshop blending personal narrative coaching with professional networking to help people communicate their work authentically.
A gallery group show probing land, material, and ecological uncertainties through contemporary painting and sculpture.
The artist-run space presents a collaborative exhibition exploring how personal and collective trauma are held and recalled.
The project room hosts a companion contemporary installation focused on transformation and growth.
Artists Amra Khan, Naira Mushtaq, and Sehr Jalil present works exploring history, memory, and how objects outlive their original functions.
Prints and drawings by the Dutch artist exploring mortality and the human body, displayed in the funeral museum's cafe.
An art dealership presents works by female artists, available with trial home placements.
A dual exhibition pairing sculptural earthworks with folded textile compositions.
An exhibition of surviving drawings, crafts, and memorabilia by the two sisters from the well-known regional industrial family.
A group exhibition examining how human presence, touch, and collective memory reverberate across material objects.
Artist Beatriz Santiago Muñoz presents her observational film capturing the sensory atmosphere of a market in Port-au-Prince, Haiti.
Fraukje and Marijn present a short theatre performance.
An evening of Dutch stand-up comedy featuring an evolving lineup of established and emerging performers.
An artist-led tour exploring the exhibition through personal stories and creative insights.
A storytelling performance tracing the poignant journey of a young, courageous girl named Annetje.
Open outdoor play sessions for children at the local Erfgooiers playground.
Puerto Rican artist Beatriz Santiago Muñoz screens her experimental 16mm film examining post-military landscapes and ecological memory.
An architectural exhibition examining post-war reconstruction urbanism and its contemporary renovations in Haarlem's Parkwijk.
A professional development workshop focused on career direction and leadership strategies for women.
A musical performance and story session blending poetic storytelling with live accompaniment.
The waterfront jazz institution offers access to live-streamed concerts and an archive of past performances.
A pavement-facing window exhibition space hosts an open-ended art installation.
An evening dedicated to emerging literary talent and new debut writers, hosted by the Editio writing platform.
Short-form fringe theatre staged as part of the venue's ongoing rotation of twenty-minute performances.
A short theatrical performance staged in the intimate rooms of the Staatsliedenbuurt tapas-theatre.
The independent project space hosts a contemporary visual art exhibition.
A monthly drop-in advice session offering De Pijp residents aged 60 and over practical guidance on living independently at home.
An initiative helping residents in Amsterdam-West collaborate to lower their energy bills and make their homes more efficient.
A neighbourhood library presents an exhibition of work by the artist.
Anne Cappendijk presents an artistic exploration of public grief rituals, commemoration and everyday losses.
A group show featuring works by Vincent Verhoef, Justus de Rode, and Maria Kley.
A business conference bringing together entrepreneurs, founders, and investors for keynotes, workshops, and networking.
A recovery centre hosts community gatherings and activities as part of the national anti-loneliness initiative.
A temporary display of contemporary art works.
This scheduled theatrical performance by Nadav Vissel has been cancelled.
Singer Luca Warmer's theatrical concert exploring heroics and mask-wearing has been cancelled.
Tuesday 29 September
The American pop powerhouse singer known for hits like 'I'm Outta Love' plays the arena.
The award-winning author of Hamnet and The Marriage Portrait discusses her work in an intimate conversation.
Watch open-air films beside the beach at this waterfront venue looking out over the IJ.
The Sacramento alternative rock band brings their dry wit, distinctive trumpet lines and deadpan alt-pop hits to the venue.
Children explore the outdoors and paint nature scenes in this creative open-air workshop.
A yoga flow practiced to an ambient and rhythmic electronic soundtrack inside the nightclub.
A casual trivia night hosted in the pub beside the brewery's famous windmill.
Norman H. Gershman's documentary portraits record the stories of Albanian Muslims who rescued Jewish refugees during the Holocaust guided by the traditional moral pledge of besa.
The Canadian electronic collective creates intense dance music entirely on live, non-computer instruments and modified audio equipment.
The British synth-pop and blues-rock vocalist, originally of Yazoo, performs songs from her decades-long solo career.
An open stage night inviting storytellers, comics and performers to share short stories and unpolished material.
The powerhouse British vocalist, former singer of synth-pop duo Yazoo, tours her extensive solo catalogue.
An English-language stand-up comedy showcase featuring emerging comics testing new material.
Stravinsky's theatrical parable is staged with Salzburg's celebrated marionettes, narration by Dominique Horwitz, and violin by Isabelle Faust.
The Jazz Orchestra of the Concertgebouw pays tribute to the baritone saxophonist who defined West Coast cool jazz.
An exhibition exploring the interplay between modern art and acoustic rhythms.
Young children listen to stories read aloud in English.
A hands-on workshop guiding participants through assembling their own self-sustaining planted jar.
A family-oriented museum tour offering an accessible, shared introduction to modern art.
A hands-on workshop for children combining creativity, art, and early coding principles.
Children build and sculpt imaginative creatures using craft materials and technology.
Comedian Rami Nima hosts an evening of stand-up comedy featuring up-and-coming and established acts.
Youth workshops focusing on creative technology, coding, and digital design skills.
Children listen to short illustrated stories read aloud in French.
Norman Gershman's photographic exhibition documents Muslim families in Albania who rescued Jewish refugees during the Holocaust guided by their cultural code of honour.
Marking Keti Koti, this performance explores heritage, migration and identity through a personal journey connecting the Netherlands and Senegal.
An informal evening of tabletop and board games inside the hostel's public cafe.
An informal language meetup where learners can practice speaking Dutch in small conversation groups.
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The pioneering Delhi hip-hop duo of Encore ABJ and Calm bring their fast-paced Hindi rap to the venue.
The weekly film-industry gathering screens Dutch short films followed by filmmaker Q&As.
The rising Brazilian singer performs her blend of acoustic MPB, neo-soul, and bossa nova.
The Brooklyn indie-soul band, known for their blending of jazz, R&B, and funk grooves, performs live.
Amsterdam rock 'n' roll dance association Gel hosts an evening of social dance instruction and music.
The Rotterdam portrait photographer shares his theatrical approach to styling and queer visual culture.
Outdoor sports and active games for children aged four to eight, led by local sports trainers.
Coaches lead sports and games for children aged four to eight at the Balboaplein Cruyff Court.
A weekly social gathering for the local LGBTQ+ community to meet and connect.
Coached sports and games for children aged four to nine at the Bos en Lommer Cruyff Court.
The chamber choir presents an autumn programme of choral works in the historic church.
Coached outdoor games and sports for children aged eight to 13 at the local playground.
Shayenne leads modern dance sessions focused on movement and technique for young dancers.
Student instructors lead playful outdoor movement and introduce basic sports skills to children.
The classic, speakeasy-style cocktail bar in the Jordaan introduces its latest selection of mixed drinks.
David Fincher's 2010 drama charts the turbulent founding of Facebook and the lawsuits that followed Mark Zuckerberg.
A practical visual arts course covering core drawing and painting techniques to help develop your personal style.
An open jam and games night paired with on-site haircuts.
The French sociologist discusses ageing, class and vulnerability in conversation following the translation of his book on his mother's final years.
The theatrical post-punk and art-rock outfit launches their latest single at the former silent cinema.
Musicians gather for an open improvisation session on the city's premier jazz stage.
A guided listening walk exploring the ambient sounds and acoustic environment around the Sloterplas lake.
Dutch comedians Teun van den Elzen and Martijn Crins share an evening of stand-up and cabaret.
An intimate musical performance dedicated to the songs of synth-pop pioneers Yazoo and The Minutes.
A psychomotor therapist leads parents and babies in exploring natural infant movement and motor development.
Children's stories come to life with theatrical reading, props, and imaginative play.
Free short legal consultations with certified lawyers offering initial advice on personal or legal matters.
An introductory course explaining the basics of generative AI tools like ChatGPT and how to use them effectively.
Adults can work on self-directed craft and design projects at their own pace with available guidance.
A welcoming drop-in meetup for non-native speakers to practice conversational Dutch with volunteers.
An informal Dutch practice table hosted in partnership with student community mentors.
A guided morning session of gentle meditative movement and breathwork.
A free weekly fitness and movement group in Amsterdam-West for anyone wanting to get active and meet neighbours.
A screening of the independent feature at the canal-side cinema.
A creative arts and crafts gathering held alongside community food at the alternative cultural hub in Amsterdam-Noord.
A Tuesday afternoon crafting meetup for needlework, embroidery, and painting.
A sensory-adapted guided tour of the WWII resistance exhibitions using touch objects and vivid spoken descriptions.
An informal session playing the traditional French boules game outdoors.
Children aged five and up listen to a story and make a craft inspired by the book.
Artists and academics discuss the intersections of artistic practice, ecology, and philosophy.
Students from the mime department present their introductory physical theatre showcase.
Affordable community dining organised by the Dutch charity to bring local neighbours together over a warm meal.
An evening discussion group gathering over current reads at this Zuidas workspace cafe.
A gentle moving-meditation session based on the simplified discipline of nineteen movements and one pose.
An informal rooftop gathering for local tech entrepreneurs, angel investors, and venture capitalists to network.
Curators introduce early short films by the provocative Austrian director Ulrich Seidl alongside his museum exhibition.
A lighthearted social gathering invites locals to introduce their single older relatives and neighbours to potential partners.
A panel exploring whether Tony's Chocolonely's supply-chain strategies can help scale up the broader organic food sector.
The experimental British folk duo bring their raw, lo-fi storytelling to an independent cultural space.
A music therapy session exploring the Ronnie Gardiner Method, combining rhythm and movement to stimulate cognitive health.
The Dutch comedian brings her cabaret show about parenting and modern frustrations to the stage.
The Dutch singer-songwriter, known as frontman of roots-rock band The Dawn Brothers, plays solo material.
A rotating collective of leading Dutch improvisers reinterprets the vast repertoire of Duke Ellington.
A screening of Nima Nourizadeh's 2012 found-footage teen comedy about a house party that spirals completely out of control.
Vocalist Nicoline Snaas and saxophonist Michael Anderson join the house trio for Sunday jazz in the Watergraafsmeer café.
A free, guided group walk through the park designed to encourage light outdoor exercise and informal neighbourhood socialising.
The Dutch comedian and actor performs his solo stand-up cabaret show.
Dutch comedian Esther van der Voort performs her solo stand-up show about motherhood and modern family life.
An evening of film and hospitality in Westerpark.
A holistic bodywork and plant medicine session focused on physical recovery and relaxation.
A women's walking group meets every Tuesday for brisk exercise and social conversation.
A drop-in consultation for advice on local Dutch language courses, tutoring, and self-study resources.
A guided walking group for seniors looking to stay active and meet neighbours in the park.
A friendly, accessible film screening and social gathering organised for local senior citizens.
Young children gather for an informal story session at the local branch.
A gentle Tuesday walking group for women through Sloterpark.
A modified, therapeutic yoga class tailored for people dealing with ongoing pain, mobility limits, or injuries.
A panel discussion and evening of debate at the city centre cultural centre.
De Balie screens this documentary, followed by an in-depth conversation.
The historic artist society opens its doors for an introductory visit and welcome gathering.
An informal startup showcase where founders pitch their ideas over slices of pizza.
Chess players of all levels meet for casual games at the library.
A seminar exploring the intersection of Tibetan Buddhist philosophy, cognitive function, and contemporary neuroscience.
Legal scholars, criminologists, and activists examine transformative justice alternatives to the carceral system.
An open conversation exploring how communities can imagine, establish, and protect independent cultural and social sanctuaries.
A shared reading group where participants read along with Dutch texts to practise comprehension and language skills.
A community photography initiative exploring care and connection among residents of De Pijp.
Technology entrepreneurs pitch their ventures to angel investors and venture capitalists in an open networking session.
An informal community dance session covering line dancing and country steps for local residents of all levels.
A student and staff gathering encouraging open discussion, critical inquiry, and debate across different university disciplines.
The city's collection service picks up removed garden paving slabs for residents replacing them with green planting.
Drop in with questions about memory loss, dementia, caregiving, and local support resources.
A practical seminar examining how to spot and address youth loneliness.
Local women gather for an informal morning meal and informational talks on neighbourhood life and health.
Drop in for coffee, tea, and informal conversation with local neighbours.
A drop-in study centre offering assistance with basic digital skills, reading, and language practice.
A free consultation session offering guidance with personal finances, budgeting, and debt management.
Guided homework and tutoring support for primary and secondary school students.
Neighbourhood children gather for a film screening at the local library workshop space.
An informal after-hours drinks gathering for the university community.
Writers and researchers discuss effective communication strategies and psychological approaches to discussing the climate crisis.
An awards presentation celebrating emerging performing arts graduates supported by the academy's development fund.
Educator and television presenter Karim Amghar speaks on inclusion, empathy and equal opportunity in arts education.
Stichting Ondersteboven hosts a community dialogue session focused on sharing personal stories and local experiences.
A neighbourhood meeting to discuss housing corporation plans for 450 new homes around Gulden Winckel.
Activists gather for an open political conversation exploring the tension between climate action and capitalist economic structures.
An academic seminar bringing together scientific research and philosophical inquiry across university faculties.
A Dutch-language workshop on recognising boundaries and fostering a safer social environment on campus.
Neighbours drop in for an informal coffee morning and a chat at the library.
An information session advising academic researchers on preparing grant applications for the Dutch Research Council's Vidi funding round.
An informal neighbourhood health and social meetup focusing on healthy ageing.
An information drop-in for residents to learn about the new community room planned for Anton de Komplein.
A monthly open consultation hour for residents living around the Sloterdijk railway hub to ask questions and raise local concerns.
Professional services firm BDO and revenue consultancy RevFixr lead a focused masterclass on business pricing strategies.
A community meetup for developers and database administrators working with the open-source relational database system.
The private club's resident choir meets for their weekly rehearsal.
Software engineers and engineering leads meet to discuss integrating AI tools into development workflows and Model Context Protocol integrations.
A weekly advice surgery offering practical and legal support for local squatters and housing activists.
Scientology's Oxford Capacity Analysis personality test is offered to passers-by from their Wibautstraat headquarters.
The landmark survey brings together the Japanese artist's signature polka dots, Infinity Mirror Rooms, and monumental soft sculptures.
Lie down on mats beneath the glass roof of the maritime museum to hear live music by candlelight.
The orchestra marks Christmas Day with its traditional afternoon concert under its future chief conductor.
The monthly open-air design market brings makers, artists and food stalls to the museum lawns.
The Scottish soul and R&B singer brings her powerhouse vocals and anthemic pop catalogue to Amsterdam.
An interactive science and technology exhibition focusing on the history, physics, and programming behind video games.
Stalls selling artisanal produce, hot food and handmade goods rotate through the city's parks on Sundays.
The science museum's hands-on floor lets visitors experiment with everyday engineering, household technology, and clean energy.
The orchestra's incoming chief conductor leads a symphonic pairing of Mozart and Tchaikovsky.
Audiences bring blankets and lie flat underneath the glass courtyard canopy to listen to live classical music.
A major retrospective by the renowned photographer known for monumental landscapes, portraits and atmospheric explorations of human impact.
Over 150 monumental street art murals, painted on-site by international artists, fill a former shipyard warehouse.
Citywide arts festival staging performances, tours, and special events across various participating Amsterdam museums.
An exhibition showing the commercial textile patterns, garments, and decorative fabrics designed by the pop artist in the 1950s and 1960s.
The street art museum hosts an exhibition celebrating urban contemporary artists and graffiti culture.
A relaxed, sensory concert format introducing classical sounds and rhythms to babies up to 18 months old.
Hands-on workshops, games, and maritime activities designed for children and families.
The Mexican painter's life, portraits and vibrant folk-art aesthetic are explored through projected artworks and archival photography.
An exhibition for children featuring the intricate, detail-rich illustrations of Dutch picture-book maker Charlotte Dematons.
An interactive family exhibition where visitors consult the wise raven to explore themes of nature and human connection across cultures.
A hands-on music-making workshop where kids and parents experiment with unique electronic and acoustic instruments.
An animated digital installation bringing Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's classic novella and its philosophical meditations on life to light.
Dance event pioneers ID&T present a sensory labyrinth of light, sound, and interactive technology in the Elementenstraat warehouse.
An exhibition showcasing the pop artist's commercial textile designs from the 1950s and 1960s before his rise to fame.
A guided twilight nature walk for children to spot nocturnal wildlife and dusk-hunting animals.
The Houston-born stand-up comedian and storyteller, known for his viral specials and prison-memoir routines, performs live.
A Dutch-spoken lecture and concert delving into the rich classical and folk-influenced heritage of Armenian composers.
Local independent makers, designers, and craftspeople sell handmade wares inside the former tram depot.
Direct conversations and oral histories shared with survivors of the Holocaust.
The festival organisers stage a walkthrough experience using lasers, lights, and electronic soundscapes across several rooms.
Local designers, craftspeople, and food vendors set up stalls on Museumplein, running a week early to avoid marathon road closures.
Original stencils, screen prints, and authenticated indoor works by the elusive Bristol street artist are on permanent display.
A weekend market offering vintage furniture, design pieces, curiosities, and decorative objects in the historic market hall.
The painter's former home displays etching and drawing techniques to show how Rembrandt pushed the boundaries of his craft.
A multimedia showcase combining digital projections and photography to explore the life and art of the Mexican painter.
The Dutch-Ghanaian hip-hop and soul artist leads an accessible jazz-groove performance designed for families and young children.
The photographer presents vivid, stylised portraits celebrating the fashion and contemporary identity of people from Xinjiang.
STRAAT explores the fundamental visual elements of graffiti culture, from lettering and tags to rhythm and line work.
Morning yoga session held surrounded by Vincent van Gogh's masterworks.
A family exhibition exploring magic, illusions and ritual in Jewish culture and folklore.
The city archives present an updated historical canon surveying key episodes and figures across Amsterdam's 750-year history.
The powerhouse American tenor saxophonist leads a heavyweight rhythm section featuring bassist Matt Brewer and drummer Kendrick Scott.
Popular children's musician Dirk Scheele leads songs and movement games based on the famous orange cartoon cat.
The British genre-blending electronic producer performs alongside contemporary Dutch media artist Boris Acket's kinetic light installation.
An immersive digital experience that recreates the streets and canals of seventeenth-century Amsterdam.
The Estonian conductor leads the Swiss orchestra through Mahler's turbulent and tragic Sixth Symphony.
A practical painting and drawing class focused on composition, colour and expressive brushwork inspired by Vincent van Gogh.
Sculptures by the Dutch modernist, known for his stark geometric forms in steel, leather, and found materials, are installed across the museum's open-air grounds.
The celebrated Dutch recorder virtuoso performs alongside the period-instrument orchestra.
A gentle, sensory theatrical performance designed specifically for toddlers and babies.
The idiosyncratic Croatian pianist performs Chopin's lyrical second concerto alongside Mozart's dramatic G-minor symphony.
Four fixtures of Dutch jazz and improvised music come together for an unscripted Bimhuis set.
Outdoor art route placing site-specific sculptures and installations along the walking paths of the Amsterdamse Bos.
The contemporary Spanish-Dutch painter presents new works in dialogue with Francisco de Goya's iconic etchings, Los Disparates.
Renowned chamber choir Cappella Amsterdam sings the intricate, spiritually charged motets of J.S. Bach.
A behind-the-scenes guided tour through the costume departments, stages, and rehearsal halls of the opera house.
Crate-digging market inside the covered passage of De Hallen, featuring independent record vendors selling vinyl across multiple genres.
Amsterdam's chamber orchestra marks the festive season with a programme of seasonal classical works.
Mozart's comic singspiel about backstage theatrical rivalries is performed using traditional wooden marionettes.
Outdoor cooking activities for children using fresh produce harvested directly from the site.
Alan J. Pakula's gripping 1976 political thriller stars Robert Redford and Dustin Hoffman as the Washington Post reporters who broke the Watergate scandal.
Visitors can watch the street artist creating a large-scale piece live inside the graffiti hall.
The private museum showcases street works, prints, and stencils by the elusive British artist.
Learn the fundamentals of silkscreening and print your own custom design onto t-shirts in this hands-on studio session.
Visitors on the fortress island can observe licensed ornithologists capturing, measuring, and banding wild birds for ongoing scientific research.
A brief, family-friendly Dutch-language opera performance staged on the platform of an Amsterdam metro station.
The idiosyncratic Dutch jazz guitarist and composer plays an intimate set in the historic former stock exchange.
A broad survey of modern and contemporary art, design, and photography from the museum's permanent holdings.
Illusionist Rico Weeland stages an intimate evening of magic, mentalism, and storytelling.
Interactive light and digital installations invite visitors into responsive, mirror-filled rooms.
Stanley Kubrick's razor-sharp Cold War satire follows a frantic bid to stop an unhinged US general from triggering nuclear armageddon.
The presentation examines clothing from 1640 to 1930 that bears physical signs of wear, tailoring, mending, and daily life.
Take a behind-the-scenes look at the concert hall's architecture and acoustics before attending the free midday performance.
A retrospective dedicated to the influential Indonesian-Dutch industrial and interior designer best known for designing Schiphol Airport's original interiors.
Heather Lenz's 2018 documentary traces the life and career of Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, from conservative post-war Japan to global contemporary stardom.
Sidney Lumet's biting 1976 media satire stars Peter Finch as an unraveling news anchor and Faye Dunaway as an unscrupulous TV executive.
The Australian author of the bestselling Nevermoor fantasy series appears in conversation with Kirsten König.
Children can drop in to create their own artworks inspired by the museum's collection and exhibitions.
An exhibition celebrating early trailblazers and foundational works in digital and video installation art.
An exhibition tracing decades of LGBTQIA+ community life, activism, pride celebrations, and resilience across Amsterdam.
The long-running ensemble mixes fast-paced improv games, sketches, and video comedy sparked by audience suggestions.
The exhibition examines the global supply chains of cocoa, sugar, and palm oil behind the beloved Dutch breakfast staple.
The Dutch fashion designer and artist known for colorful, subversive textiles and dolls presents an installation celebrating individuality.
Studio Ghibli's beloved 1995 animated coming-of-age drama follows a bookish schoolgirl in Tokyo who dreams of becoming a writer.
A guided look inside the striking Amsterdam School landmark, paired with drinks or food in the grand hotel.
The orchestra plays a seasonal programme of celebratory symphonic pieces for the holidays.
Curated screenings highlighting iconic films, cult favourites, and indie classics from the 1990s.
A specialist tour through the world's oldest functioning Jewish library, housed in the Portuguese Synagogue complex.
Sightseeing boats navigate the moat and outer waterways surrounding the star-shaped fortress town.
Creative, hands-on craft and play activities for children aged five and up.
An exhibition featuring the Congolese artists' cooperative CATPC, exploring post-colonial ecology, labour, and restitution.
An intimate, pop-up live jazz session showcasing local musicians inside the 19th-century church.
A guided tasting session exploring the culinary customs and flavours of the Dutch Renaissance in the castle grounds.
The contemporary art museum's basement level hosts large-scale room projections, light works, and screen-based installations.
Screenings of documentaries, concert films, and cinematic features focused on musical artists and subcultures.
Vocalists Lilian Vieira, Ana Beck, and Viviani Godoy gather around the table for an authentic Brazilian roda de samba session.
The Dutch ensemble presents its annual interpretation of Handel's celebrated choral masterwork.
Members of the indigenous Brazilian Yawanawá people share traditional songs and spiritual music from the Amazonian rainforest.
Close-up magicians perform sleight of hand right at the tables in a casual pub setting.
The acclaimed Dutch children's book illustrator exhibits her intricately detailed drawings.
The optical illusion museum opens its doors to four-legged visitors alongside their owners.
Portuguese fado singer LINA_ collaborates with Spanish jazz pianist Marco Mezquida in a modern reinterpretation of traditional Iberian songs.
Sightseeing boat cruises along the scenic Vecht river past historic estates and tea houses.
Historical reenactors demonstrate traditional musket-firing and military drills inside the Naarden fortress museum.
Exhibition dedicated to the people, history, and traditions of Amsterdam's landmark seventeenth-century Portuguese Synagogue.
Ornithologists demonstrate the process of catching, ringing, and releasing migratory birds stopping over on the fortress island.
The Netherlands Bach Society performs contemplative early music for All Souls' Day in the historic church.
Forest biologist Nico leads a guided nature walk through the Amsterdamse Bos.
Recorder virtuoso Lucie Horsch joins cellist Nicolas Altstaedt and lutenist Thomas Dunford for baroque and early music.
The American artist examines identity, gender, and celebrity culture through self-portraiture that mimics glossy fashion shoots and consumer advertising.
A family weekend of puppet theatre designed to stimulate the senses of young audiences.
Special garden tours, plant displays, and seasonal activities across the formal baroque grounds of the royal palace.
Felix Meritis hosts live performances exploring modern electronic music from Brazil as part of the annual festival.
Toddlers and young children get free-jumping access to the trampolines during a session tailored for little ones.
The exhibition highlights textile designs and fabric works created by artists linked to the mid-century avant-garde Cobra movement.
A long-running Sunday afternoon tradition of live jazz sessions in a classic literary café on the canal.
A Sinterklaas musical theatre performance tailored for toddlers aged two and up.
An open creative workshop in the museum where visitors experiment with spontaneous painting and mixed media in the CoBrA spirit.
A hands-on workshop guiding participants through traditional cold-process soapmaking using natural ingredients.
A dedicated cinema programme spotlighting seminal films from the 1990s.
A retrospective examining the turbulent life and intensely emotional, colourful paintings of the Dutch modern expressionist.
A hands-on workshop introducing the textiles, dressing traditions and etiquette of the Japanese kimono.
Musicians gather around a table to play acoustic Brazilian samba in the traditional roda circle format.
A self-guided or organised walking route exploring the historic ramparts, castle and waterways of the fortified town.
An indoor jump session on connected trampolines and obstacle courses.
Professional artists set up stalls on the Spui square every Sunday to sell paintings, prints, and ceramics directly to passersby.
A guided bicycle ride along city canals and neighbourhood streets covering local history and architecture.
Graduating second-year resident artists from the prestigious post-academic institute exhibit their work in the historic Ateliers building.
Two master Italian pianists share the bench for four-hands works on the venue's concert grand.
Showcase spotlighting cutting-edge graduate collections from the Netherlands' top fashion academy alumni.
An interactive, multi-sensory tour of the museum designed specifically for blind and visually impaired visitors.
An evening of personal narratives and performances centring LGBTQ+ experiences and voices.
The restaurant serves a surprise multi-course tasting menu decided entirely by the kitchen, without an à la carte option.
Promotional burger giveaway celebrating the launch of a new menu item.
The museum investigates the origins, artist, and identity of the sitter in an enigmatic Golden Age portrait.
A theatrical piece exploring toxic masculinity and modern misogyny through the prism of online influencer Andrew Tate.
A practical culinary class covering milk curdling, pressing and the fundamentals of home cheesemaking.
Organ and classical musicians give daytime performances beneath the vaulted ceiling of the historic canal-side church.
The veteran Japanese jazz pianist leads his dynamic new trio.
A small-group salon boat tour departs from the five-star hotel along the Amstel river.
Performance artist Ahilan Ratnamohan uses soccer choreography to examine ambition, migration, and the corporate branding of sport.
Musicians take turns on stage for a late-night blues and rock session at the long-running Leidseplein live-music venue.
The acclaimed French soprano saxophonist leads his boundary-pushing contemporary jazz quartet.
Display of the freshly conserved sixteenth-century altarpiece depicting the descent from the cross in the attic church.
A guided backstage look through the auditoriums, workshops, and history of the city's municipal theatre.
The historic castle estate showcases its botanical gardens and grounds in seasonal bloom.
A documentary exploring the legendary Afrofuturist jazz pioneer's deep connection to his Alabama hometown.
A hands-on ceramics class teaching throwing and shaping clay on the potter's wheel.
The fashion platform marks two decades of championing top graduates from Dutch fashion academies with a retrospective showcase.
The Dutch fashion photographer presents two decades of imagery documenting the standout graduation show for rising designers.
Free outdoor group fitness classes running weekly along the green strip on De Boelelaan in collaboration with the Vrije Universiteit.
Instructors teach basic clay shaping and texturing techniques to help you sculpt an object, figure, or abstract form.
Carlos Saura's haunting 1976 drama explores childhood trauma and the final days of the Franco regime through the eyes of an eight-year-old girl.
Nicolas Winding Refn's stylish 2011 neo-noir thriller stars Ryan Gosling as a quiet Hollywood stunt driver who moonlights as a getaway driver.
An informal board game meetup designed to help Dutch language learners practice their speaking skills while playing games.
A free language workshop and informal café where learners practice spoken Dutch together in a relaxed setting.
An introductory walkthrough of the photography museum's current exhibitions led by an in-house guide.
A hands-on creative workshop where children and their parents experiment with making art together.
An informal conversation circle where Dutch learners of all levels chat over coffee to build their everyday speaking confidence.
Practice Dutch, English, Spanish, and other languages over drinks in an informal mixer.
NDSM Treehouse resident musicians present an intimate live performance paired with food and drinks.
An informal, low-pressure group walk in the park for mothers and their babies.
Melkweg Cinema screens feature-length documentaries and concert films spotlighting iconic musicians, subcultures, and music history.
An exhibition exploring the complex debates, ethics and practices surrounding the restitution of colonial-era heritage items.
Tour the historic municipal theatre on Leidseplein, going backstage to visit the dressing rooms and wings.
A thematic walkthrough exploring the collection and modern art history through LGBTQIA+ perspectives.
A relaxed Tuesday evening drawing session open to all skill levels with no fixed agenda.
Taxidermy duo Sinke & Van Tongeren present their theatrical, Old Master-inspired arrangements of exotic preserved birds and animals.
Dolly Parton and Burt Reynolds star in the 1982 musical comedy about a legendary Texas brothel under threat from a television evangelist.
John Carpenter's satirical 1988 sci-fi action film stars 'Rowdy' Roddy Piper as a drifter who discovers aliens are controlling humanity through subliminal media.
The French string quartet, celebrated for their Russian repertoire, performs works by Weinberg, Prokofiev, and Beethoven.
The museum displays patterned skirts and wearable textiles designed by key painters and sculptors of the post-war CoBrA movement.
The celebrated British tenor and his longtime collaborative pianist perform nineteenth-century lieder by Wolf and Schubert.
A hands-on craft session covering the practical techniques, ingredients, and chemistry needed to create natural bar soaps.
A children's theatre performance designed for toddlers and young kids at the boutique puppet and story theatre.
An open-air secondhand market selling pre-loved clothes, homeware, and garden finds.
The grassroots archive presents perspectives on colonial history, resistance, and grassroots solidarity movements across the Dutch empire and beyond.
Actors spin an improvised theatrical story using audience suggestions to explore a chosen genre.
The Norwegian acoustic trio plays their warm, melodic mix of Nordic jazz and folk.
A screening of the documentary charting the pioneering Washington D.C. independent soul, jazz, and go-go record label Black Fire.
A practical textile workshop teaching mending, customisation, and redesign techniques to revamp old garments.
A creative studio session exploring how everyday chairs can capture a sitter's character, taking cues from Van Gogh’s depictions of his own seat.
A queer club night focused on upbeat pop tracks and electronic dance anthems in the Houthavens.
A hands-on introduction to linocut printmaking, from carving blocks to pulling prints on paper.
Children aged eight and up can explore coniferous tree species from around the globe across the botanical garden.
The Danish bassist presents his forward-looking acoustic piano trio featuring pianist Xavi Torres and drummer Naíma Acuña.
The Czech mezzo-soprano and Scottish pianist present a programme of central European art songs.
Music journalist Edgar Kruize explores Prince's prolific artistic ties, concerts, and legacy across the Netherlands.
Audience seating for the recording of Eva Jinek's current affairs talkshow at De Hallen.
Interactive play and sensory learning activities designed for young children.
An outdoor nature scavenger trail for families featuring animal sculptures and tasks along the path.
Magician Rico Weeland performs close-up sleight of hand right in front of the audience.
The American stand-up comic brings his solo show to the comedy club for an extra performance.
Vendors gather to sell organic produce, dairy, bread and pantry goods.
Dutch-Kurdish singer Naaz shares an intimate triple bill with Italian jazz vocalist Marta Arpini and indie act LifeLoan.
An architectural model exhibition exploring the extensive future urban development plans for Amsterdam's northern docklands.
A special tour and discussion exploring Andy Warhol's life, art, and enduring cultural impact through an LGBTQ+ lens.
The adventurous, fast-moving Dutch street orchestra brings its autumn programme indoors to Amsterdam-Noord.
An exhibition exploring gender transformation, performance, and shifting bodily identity through archaeological artefacts and contemporary culture.
An interactive exhibition space exploring archaeological discovery, material culture, and how finds are catalogued.
A traditional puppet theatre performance for young children.
The national broadcast choir tackles Rossini's 1841 setting of the traditional Stabat Mater hymn.
Ceramicist Anita Kluge leads a hands-on clay modelling workshop blending craft and storytelling.
Theatre Rotterdam and Nastaran Razawi Khorasani stage a theatrical meditation on protest and connection.
An exhibition examining how contemporary artists combine photography with collage techniques to construct alternative narratives.
The Dutch baritone joins forces with two leading pianists for a crossover programme moving from French chanson to American standards.
A hands-on craft session teaching basic techniques to design and assemble personal jewellery.
Exhibition of photography by the Dutch-Uruguayan artist known for her portraits exploring gender, identity, and memory.
The visual artist presents installations and performances reflecting on post-colonial history, identity and Caribbean heritage.
An exhibition exploring the legacy and innovations of the nineteenth-century Dutch cocoa and chocolate manufacturer.
An interactive audio-visual walking tour around Amsterdam East designed for children aged seven and up.
A lively cultural showcase bringing together emerging musical acts and creative performances.
A self-guided walking route detailing maritime history and architectural landmarks around the Oosterdok docklands.
The Dutch-American comic headlines an evening of observational stand-up.
A guided walk exploring the plant collections and seasonal highlights of the botanical garden.
Students from Berlin's Ernst Busch Academy present Mike Bartlett's workplace satire Contractions.
Photography exhibition exploring personal reflections, tributes, and diverse cultural perspectives on mortality.
A theatrical concert for children aged eight and up, written and performed by Kelly van Kempen and Kelvin Allison.
An exhibition at the museum of funeral culture exploring the relationship between traffic, transit and mortality.
A multi-course dinner highlighting autumn produce and locally sourced seasonal ingredients.
Creative Coding Amsterdam hosts an introduction to making pixel art and retro games with the PICO-8 virtual machine.
An exhibition exploring the intersection of Lutheran faith, openness, and queer community history in Amsterdam.
The central library hosts an exhibition celebrating the history, milestones, and activists of the local LGBTQ+ movement.
Hands-on clay modelling workshop guiding participants through basic sculpting and shaping techniques.
A playful family afternoon combining casual games of bingo with food and entertainment.
Musicians from the resident orchestra step out into smaller chamber formations for a Hungarian-themed programme.
Henri-Georges Clouzot's 1956 documentary captures Pablo Picasso painting directly onto glass, revealing his artistic process in real time.
Amsterdams Allooi leads a festive communal sing-along of holiday classics in the intimate canal-side theatre.
An evening devoted to fresh oysters and paired drinks at the hotel's bar.
The University of Amsterdam’s archaeology museum displays ancient glassware from Roman, Egyptian, and Mediterranean collections.
A guided walk from the historic Red Light District house highlighting influential women in the city's social history.
The town square fills with stalls offering fresh produce, cheese, fish, clothes and household wares.
The Dutch designer displays playful sculptures and everyday design objects repurposed from obsolete collectables and materials.
The rising Scandinavian string quartet takes on Schubert's famously intense chamber masterwork.
Gunther von Hagens's exhibition of plastinated human bodies, focusing on the anatomical science of happiness and wellbeing.
The Dutch-Brazilian net artist, known for using websites as canvases, presents his book-based and printed projects.
Nine contemporary artists of Moluccan descent examine their roots, shared heritage and cultural identity through varied media.
An immersive audiovisual screening pairing the British band's music with large-format digital visuals projected across walls and floors.
An exhibition exploring the movement, culture and sensory experience of swimming through contemporary art.
An art exhibition exploring modern self-representation and collective belonging in the converted NDSM shipyard.
The Dutch textile artist is internationally acclaimed for her tactile wool felt works dyed with heritage plants she cultivates herself.
Photographer Tomás Mauro presents a participatory project connecting strangers through portraits and written notes.
An exhibition exploring the history and lived experiences of the Moluccan community in Amsterdam seventy-five years after their arrival in the Netherlands.
An open-air photography exhibition displayed along the boulevard at the Sloterplas.
The university heritage museum displays ancient glassware alongside recent research into classical glassmaking techniques.
A group presentation featuring work by established names of modern and street-influenced art.
The museum surveys the intense, psychological canvases and watercolours of the Dutch Expressionist painter.
The renowned South African visual activist presents photographic portraits documenting Black LGBTQIA+ communities.
A retrospective survey dedicated to the Dutch artist best known for his minimalist wire sculptures, drawings, and luminous cityscape silhouettes.
The sustainable Amsterdam fashion house hosts a temporary boutique featuring its latest collection alongside discounted archival pieces.
Experimental ensemble Jam With Humans stages an evening of interactive music and improvisation inside an independent bookshop.
The emerging photographer presents work examining memory, personal archives and unseen perspectives of family life.
Local performers, musicians, and comedians take the stage for short sets at this West neighbourhood arts venue.
A retrospective examining the foundational 1970s and 80s work of the seminal Dutch video-art distribution and research platform.
An immersive digital light and projection experience that surrounds visitors with life-sized prehistoric creatures in their ancient habitats.
Artist Miquel Hervás Gómez leads a hands-on workshop transforming publication waste into fresh handmade sheets of paper.
The emerging Austrian string quartet performs as part of the European Concert Hall Organisation's emerging talent showcase.
A guided walking tour through the modernist sanatorium complex designed by Jan Duiker in Hilversum.
A behind-the-scenes guided tour through the concert halls, backstage areas, and modern architecture of the waterfront music venue.
The Dutch pioneer of internet art presents digital works examining how computational materials interact with physical space.
Portraits and personal histories chronicling the community surrounding Amsterdam's Portuguese Synagogue.
Director Jane Schoenbrun presents a queer horror screening followed by discussion.
An archival photo display tracing the history of Amsterdam's Pride demonstrations and queer activism.
A mixed-media showcase in the shipyard warehouse investigating aquatic movement and bodily immersion.
A personal storytelling session recounting experiences and legacies connected to the Holocaust.
An outdoor sculpture garden exhibiting contemporary three-dimensional artworks amidst landscaped grounds.
Artists in the NDSM shipyard explore self-portraiture, digital image manipulation, and narcissism in modern culture.
Practical studio session introducing ceramic glazing techniques, finishes, and colour application for pottery.
A deep-dive recital focused on Beethoven's dazzling and technically demanding Opus 53 piano sonata.
The Dutch comedian, presenter and online personality previews her solo cabaret performance.
Textile artist Claudy Jongstra pairs her signature felted, raw wool pieces with works by guest artists exploring sustainable material processes.
French-born comedian Maeva Dolle brings her comedy to the stage.
A nostalgic, travelling dance party designed primarily for older adults, featuring classic ballroom and pop hits.
Guided tours exploring the city archives and the monumental 1920s architecture of the former bank building on Vijzelstraat.
Guided walks around the historic country estate in Heemstede, where botanist Carl Linnaeus once worked as court physician and garden director.
The Dutch jazz trio reinterprets Beethoven's classical repertoire through modern jazz arrangements.
A guided walking and sketching excursion exploring the surrounding streets with drawing materials in hand.
A tactile scale model allows visitors to experience the architecture of the waterfront and the Arcam building through touch.
A community creative making session hosted at the contemporary art space in Amsterdam-Noord.
An exhibition tracing how textile production and the fabric trade were bound up with Dutch colonial slavery.
An exhibition at the city centre council office tracks the history and ongoing life of the capital's LGBTQ+ community.
An exhibition showcasing contemporary visual art and cross-disciplinary projects from the Low Countries.
A night of live music and party sounds at the waterside venue in Amsterdam-Noord.
The international piano trio pairs classic Romantic works with twentieth-century chamber music by Rebecca Clarke.
A session exploring drawing, movement and improvised visual art.
Contemporary artists explore selfhood and belonging in a collaborative group exhibition.
An exhibition dedicated to the mid-century rescue and reconstruction of historic wooden windmills and houses along the Zaan.
Retrospective covering the long career of the celebrated Haarlem painter known for his atmospheric still lifes and studio interiors.
A public showing of an art collection housed inside the former mint depository.
The celebrated Dutch sculptor shows expressive works crafted from handblown glass, textile, and ceramics.
A live classical concert showcasing a selection of chamber music works.
A guided walk through the photography museum's temporary exhibition inside its canal house galleries.
An evening of mystery and theatrical storytelling at the foodbar venue.
An exhibition at the museum of Lutheran history exploring the heritage and resilience of the queer community.
The Amsterdams Kleinkunst Festival hosts an intimate cabaret and literary stage night named in honour of Ramses Shaffy.
An interdisciplinary afternoon exploring art publications and cinema at the canal-house art space.
The German-French pianist performs a solo recital of core classical piano works.
Interactive community project exchanging handwritten postcards with library visitors to explore social connections.
Participants in a four-day training demonstrate and playtest prototype serious games designed to explore urban planning and civic challenges.
A gathering of regional blues musicians for an evening of live sets in Zaandam.
The British artist shows her distinctive hand-drawn textiles and figurative work confronting personal and societal grief.
A showcase exploring micro-housing, modular design, and efficient urban living solutions at Haarlem's architecture centre.
A visual arts exhibition spotlighting local creative talent and community stories.
Solo theatre and cabaret performance by Leon Brill at the casual dining and performance venue.
Theatre maker Sarah Jonker presents a physical, messy performance piece.
The Dutch painter and illustrator displays works celebrating female bodies, desire, and bodily vulnerability through soft, vibrant color.
An exhibition exploring the modernist architecture and legacy of Willem Marinus Dudok.
The Dutch artist, a co-founder of the Nul movement, is celebrated for his serial assemblages of found and discarded everyday objects.
An exhibition exploring life and permanence through printmaking and graphic arts.
An exhibition reflecting on family, memory loss, and grief at the national museum dedicated to funeral heritage.
The Dutch artist displays whimsical ceramic creatures and eccentric character sculptures.
Neo-classical composer Eric Christian and concert pianist Nino Gvetadze perform an evening of ambient and classical piano works.
An art installation probing the fraught and porous boundary between natural environments and human culture.
A stand-up comedy showcase featuring a lineup of Dutch-language comedians.
An open participatory singing gathering held at the Jordaan neighbourhood theatre cafe.
The Dutch comedian and impressionist tests out material for her solo theatre show.
An exhibition focusing on the post-war Dutch avant-garde collective that united artists and architects in search of new functional forms.
A guided public nature walk through the heathland and protected wetland reserve near Hilversum.
Community repair event where volunteers help fix broken household appliances, clothing, electronics, and bicycles.
View a private collection of paintings, sculptures, and etchings housed in a historic building beside the Munttoren.
A display of freestyle brushwork on Chinese rice paper, exploring dynamic floral forms and vivid color.
The Dutch-Uruguayan photographer shows portraits exploring identity, gender and cultural belonging in the museum's project space.
The Egyptian-French artist presents playful conceptual works examining language, diplomacy, and bureaucratic rituals.
Take a self-guided 90-minute walking route exploring the history and architecture around the Oosterdok basin.
The Dutch fine art photographer presents contemplative black-and-white prints examining emotional resonance, ageing, and natural transition.
An exhibition exploring personal roots, collective memory, and future visions through contemporary art and research.
A photography and art exhibition exploring local urban stories and community life around the park and neighbourhood.
An art exhibition exploring natural and urban environments through varied creative perspectives in the historic wooden church.
Resident artists, artisans, and makers from the Zaandam creative hub exhibit their latest collaborative work.
The improvising ensemble performs a live set blending free jazz and theatrical elements to launch their new record.
Borrowing Orwell's Animal Farm maxim, this group exhibition gathers contemporary work addressing power structures and human-nonhuman hierarchies.
An exhibition exploring shared histories of freedom and anti-colonial struggle across Suriname, the Antilles, and Indonesia.
The Copenhagen-based artist plays melancholic, collage-like pop pieces built from his 2024 debut on Posh Isolation.
An outdoor high-intensity interval training session designed to build strength and cardiovascular fitness in the forest.
French painter Lou Ros and South Korean artist Sanghyuk Kim present expressive mixed-media paintings and figurative works.
Explore the long career of the Haarlem painter and watercolourist through works preserved from his studio on the Spaarne.
A film screening inside the casual cafe-restaurant in the Houthavens.
Marinka Reuten shows subtle, atmospheric works evoking dappled sunlight filtering through trees.
The Dutch comedy collective returns to the stage with their dark, character-driven cabaret sketches.
The Dutch ceramic artist displays his imaginative, brightly colored sculptural creatures.
Koentact opens its doors for free trial lessons, language level assessments, and an introduction to its teaching methods.
Robert Zandvliet showcases large-scale paintings inspired by historical concepts of the Persian garden.
A social Sunday afternoon tea dance featuring classic swing, pop, and ballroom tunes.
The German painter presents atmospheric, layered landscapes that blur the line between real wilderness and internal psychological spaces.
The gallery devoted to outsider, neurodivergent, and non-normative artists presents a collaborative mixed-media exhibition.
The Beijing-born visual artist and designer exhibits work engaging with physical exercise, discipline, and historical iconography.
Dutch artist Ineke Oostveen presents personal figurative work exploring adulthood and maturity.
Polish artist Mikołaj Sobczak presents work interrogating historical narratives, queer resistance, and national mythmaking.
The university gallery explores how artists and scientists interpret different dimensions of perception and truth.
A communal singing session held in the test building on the Marineterrein grounds.
The Dutch ceramicist is celebrated for her detailed, Baroque-inspired glazed sculptures blending mythology, mortality and anatomical curiosity.
An interactive social gathering designed to spark conversations and new connections among library visitors.
Students receive free admission or half-price tickets to stage productions and workshops across the venue's autumn programme.
A contemporary performance exploring physical connection, rhythm and movement.
A joint video screening program featuring experimental moving-image works by Korakrit Arunanondchai, Anne-Mie Van Kerckhoven, Jota Mombaça, and Larry Achiampong.
Live jazz from the quartet in the classic, intimate Leidseplein music café.
Jacob and Robert bring their underground mixed-media comedy and variety night to the Grand Hotel Amrâth.
Lady Marmalade hosts an open-mic and spoken-word night inviting audiences to listen and speak up.
The veteran Dutch conceptual artist and biologist displays poetic works assembled from dried leaves, earth, and found natural elements.
The Dutch artist presents vividly coloured, apocalyptic drawings and paintings populated by sci-fi, occult, and cosmic imagery.
The Cuban artist presents conceptual work examining digital culture and alternative distribution networks outside formal online systems.
Pakistani contemporary artists Amra Khan, Naira Mushtaq, and Sehr Jalil show work questioning gender, ritual, and societal norms.
An exhibition exploring the design, social life, and evolution of public pavement space in post-war Amsterdam.
A group show inside the historic wooden church gathers works that interpret and reframe natural and built environments.
An exhibition exploring ideas of refuge, space, and belonging through contemporary visual art at the Flemish cultural centre.
A group exhibition engaging with queer identity, memory and imagined futures in dialogue with the museum's historic religious setting.
A regular walking group in West for staying active and meeting local neighbours.
The Indigenous Surinamese activist and community organizer speaks about cultural preservation and Indigenous rights.
The Dutch jazz vocalist and guitarist presents an evening of intimate standards and personal songs.
The Renaissance-era town hall opens its historic council chamber and collection of paintings for self-guided exploration.
Live jazz at the classic brown-café venue off the Leidseplein.
The Dutch comedian performs her stand-up solo about the realities of parenting and family life.
A joint exhibition pairing Lou Ros's deconstructed figurative painting with Sanghyuk Kim's contemporary artistic practice.
The Mexican artist presents sculptural and mixed-media works drawing on Quechua traditions and nocturnal themes.
An afternoon tea dance and social gathering for the local LGBTQ+ community.
A guided walk through the museum's permanent display charting the citizens, industries, and culture of Haarlem over several centuries.
The Dutch chamber group marks Valentine's Day with an intimate classical performance.
An audio-guided walking tour exploring the neighbourhood through women's voices, personal histories and urban memories.
A neighbourhood-focused exhibition chronicling community life, social changes, and resident experiences in the Indische Buurt.
The historic artists' society mounts a group exhibition centered on green themes, ecology, and nature.
The broadcast recording brings citizens and experts together for a moderated live debate on pressing social and political issues.
Musicians Luc Saha and Pao Pamaki lead an ambient, ceremonial sound journey with acoustic and world instruments.
A group art exhibition exploring the messy, uncertain transition into adulthood.
The Dutch-Moroccan comedian and actor tests material for his solo stand-up show.
A printmaking exhibition presented by the Grafein foundation showcasing diverse contemporary relief, intaglio, and screen-printing techniques.
Allan Sekula and Noël Burch's essay documentary examines the globalised economy through the lens of modern container maritime shipping.
The neighbourhood light-art initiative opens its latest run of community-focused installations.
Contemporary artists challenge the rigid botanical classification systems established by 18th-century taxonomist Carl Linnaeus.
A period exhibition showcasing daily family life, interiors and traditions of historic regional residents.
The photographer presents his debut solo exhibition of visual work.
An art exhibition confronting ruin, aftermath, and rebuilding in the Rokin club rooms.
An exhibition sharing community stories, recycled treasures and sustainable making from the neighbourhood hub.
A short live performance by comedian and theatre maker Leon Brill.
A historical presentation tracing traditional women's clothing, headwear, and customs of Volendam.
An outdoor community arts and gardening project situated on the new sand-spit development of Strandeiland.
The Dutch co-founder of the Nul movement displays his signature assemblages made from discarded mass-produced everyday objects.
A shared cabaret bill featuring sets from Robin Bleeker and Bas van der Meulen.
The Dutch sculptor shows new geometric, spatial works fashioned from industrial iron and steel.
Riverside bar and restaurant on the Amstel hosting regular community drinks, food, and social events.
Musical comedy duo Anne & Bas test out their cabaret revue.
Youth theatre school students perform an original staging about growing up, time passing, and everyday routines.
The Croatian contemporary artist re-examines modernist heritage, institutional memory, and collective history through painting and display structures.
A contemporary art exhibition exploring personal, collective, and sensory representations of memory.
An intimate visual art exhibition staged inside the quirky local church venue.
A theatrical production presented on the Leidseplein stage.
Discounted entry for students at the indoor climbing and bouldering gym throughout the month.
A local networking evening and speed-dating session organised for city-centre residents.
The local amateur chamber orchestra presents a symphonic classical programme.
Progressive rock and folk-inspired singer-songwriter Anton Roolaart performs a quiet, attentive listening set.
The French artist exhibits delicate ceramic sculptures alongside drawings that blend organic shapes with architectural forms.
The Dutch comedy duo test out new material in an intimate try-out show.
A repair and craft session teaching participants how to pulp and recycle old paper into new sheets.
Artists Mia Weiner and Johnny Mae Hauser explore physical form and connection through collaborative contemporary works.
Visual artist Elise van Staveren presents work reflecting on mortality and human limits.
An intimate stand-up comedy night hosted in the cultural basement venue.
Joep Vermolen presents a short cabaret and comedy set.
An exhibition on local history reflecting on everyday village life and disrupted heritage.
An informal creative writing meetup where writers of all levels gather to work on prompts and share drafts.
A guided tour exploring the architecture, council chambers, and history of the historic town hall.
An exhibition of artwork depicting the historic defensive gates that once guarded the perimeter of Haarlem.
Swimming classes tailored for children and adults with physical disabilities or chronic conditions.
A three-day workshop exploring voice, movement, and collaborative performance techniques.
Visual artist Leroy Berger presents new work engaging with Siberian indigenous language, memory and landscape.
The Italian artist installs a project drawing on dystopian fiction, linguistic shifts, and alternative historical narratives in the gallery's project space.
An exhibition tracing the environmental and economic histories of petroleum extraction and cotton farming.
A group contemporary exhibition exploring repetition, rhythm, and artistic revision.
Sculptor Gaston Bannier presents works at this studio and outdoor display space.
A library exhibition tracing local histories and personal memories through shared narratives.
An exhibition and performance program examining how bodies, audiences, and politics occupy both the public square and the theatrical stage.
A retrospective exhibition celebrating the life and creative output of the artist at the cultural hub named for the Dutch singer.
An exhibition spotlighting twelve community-led neighbourhood projects from across Amsterdam.
Members of the local Nieuw-West photography club present their recent observational and community work.
Founders, investors, and policymakers gather for rooftop drinks and discussion on European artificial intelligence strategy.
A two-person dialogue between painter Han Schuil and installation-focused artist Ricardo van Eyk.
Emerging artist Klaartje van Essen presents new sculptural and installation work developed during her De Ateliers residency.
The central bank showcases pieces from its corporate art collection exploring unexpected perspectives and hidden details.
A critical exhibition revisiting how social background and class privilege shape the careers and institutions of the contemporary art world.
A development programme for Zuidoost residents under 30 looking to build practical skills and professional networks.
A theatre performance exploring the aftermath and personal impact of a fateful accident.
Dutch abstract painter Paul Drissen shows geometric, collage-based paintings that balance modernist order with playful, provisional forms.
Entrepreneurs, tech talent, and early-stage investors connect at an informal startup networking evening.
A gallery group show probing land, material, and ecological uncertainties through contemporary painting and sculpture.
The artist-run space presents a collaborative exhibition exploring how personal and collective trauma are held and recalled.
The project room hosts a companion contemporary installation focused on transformation and growth.
Artists Amra Khan, Naira Mushtaq, and Sehr Jalil present works exploring history, memory, and how objects outlive their original functions.
Prints and drawings by the Dutch artist exploring mortality and the human body, displayed in the funeral museum's cafe.
An art dealership presents works by female artists, available with trial home placements.
A dual exhibition pairing sculptural earthworks with folded textile compositions.
An exhibition of surviving drawings, crafts, and memorabilia by the two sisters from the well-known regional industrial family.
A group exhibition examining how human presence, touch, and collective memory reverberate across material objects.
Artist Beatriz Santiago Muñoz presents her observational film capturing the sensory atmosphere of a market in Port-au-Prince, Haiti.
Fraukje and Marijn present a short theatre performance.
The historic artists' society hosts an event delving into a lost or hidden art-world title.
An evening of Dutch stand-up comedy featuring an evolving lineup of established and emerging performers.
An artist-led tour exploring the exhibition through personal stories and creative insights.
A storytelling performance tracing the poignant journey of a young, courageous girl named Annetje.
Open outdoor play sessions for children at the local Erfgooiers playground.
Puerto Rican artist Beatriz Santiago Muñoz screens her experimental 16mm film examining post-military landscapes and ecological memory.
An architectural exhibition examining post-war reconstruction urbanism and its contemporary renovations in Haarlem's Parkwijk.
A professional development workshop focused on career direction and leadership strategies for women.
A musical performance and story session blending poetic storytelling with live accompaniment.
The waterfront jazz institution offers access to live-streamed concerts and an archive of past performances.
A pavement-facing window exhibition space hosts an open-ended art installation.
An evening dedicated to emerging literary talent and new debut writers, hosted by the Editio writing platform.
Short-form fringe theatre staged as part of the venue's ongoing rotation of twenty-minute performances.
A short theatrical performance staged in the intimate rooms of the Staatsliedenbuurt tapas-theatre.
The independent project space hosts a contemporary visual art exhibition.
A monthly drop-in advice session offering De Pijp residents aged 60 and over practical guidance on living independently at home.
An initiative helping residents in Amsterdam-West collaborate to lower their energy bills and make their homes more efficient.
A neighbourhood library presents an exhibition of work by the artist.
Anne Cappendijk presents an artistic exploration of public grief rituals, commemoration and everyday losses.
The Dutch stand-up and musical comedian tests work-in-progress songs and jokes ahead of his latest theatre run.
A group show featuring works by Vincent Verhoef, Justus de Rode, and Maria Kley.
A business conference bringing together entrepreneurs, founders, and investors for keynotes, workshops, and networking.
A recovery centre hosts community gatherings and activities as part of the national anti-loneliness initiative.
A temporary display of contemporary art works.
This scheduled theatrical performance by Nadav Vissel has been cancelled.
Singer Luca Warmer's theatrical concert exploring heroics and mask-wearing has been cancelled.
Wednesday 30 September
Amateur and experienced performers take to the stage for an open-mic evening of personal tales, folklore, and spoken word.
The Australian post-disco and synth-pop artist brings his tongue-in-cheek eighties funk persona to the stage.
The long-running Amsterdam outfit plays brass-heavy, energetic klezmer spiced with Balkan, jazz, and hip-hop influences.
An accessible musical performance designed specifically for children and families.
Danny Boyle's frenetic 1996 adaptation of Irvine Welsh's novel follows a group of heroin addicts navigating Edinburgh's gritty underbelly.
Young laureates of the prestigious national competition give a free daytime showcase in the Recital Hall.
Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy and Tim Curry star in this musical 1996 Muppets adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson's classic adventure novel.
Children build winter shelters and craft treats for local garden animals in this hands-on craft workshop.
A full-day festival for young readers featuring author encounters, theatre, and workshops during the national Children's Book Week.
A hands-on creative workshop series where children craft their own mythical short films and animations.
An outdoor nature workshop showing children how food travels from seed to plate through gardening and cooking activities.
A hands-on workshop teaching the traditional Coptic technique of exposed-spine bookbinding with needle and thread.
The German electronic producer Nicolas Janco performs his blend of melodic techno, acoustic instrumentation, and downtempo ambient beats.
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The live tribute act performs the hits, funk grooves, and robotic anthems of the French electronic duo.
Chicago-trained stand-up Matt Castellvi teams up with Saudi comedian Ibrahim Al Hajjaj for an English-language comedy set.
The New Yorker staff writer and author of 'Empire of Pain' and 'Say Nothing' discusses investigative journalism and narrative nonfiction.
Two veterans of European techno, Dystopian label head Rødhåd and Dutch electronic pioneer Speedy J, join for a collaborative set.
The energetic Amsterdam brass-and-strings ensemble plays their raucous blend of traditional Eastern European klezmer, Balkan beats, and jazz.
The Amsterdam youth brass and percussion group stages an energetic rhythm performance drawing on Afro-Caribbean traditions.
Masayuki Suo's acclaimed 1996 comedy-drama follows a buttoned-up Tokyo accountant who secretly takes up ballroom dancing.
The author and online commentator performs her solo stage show exploring modern womanhood, marriage, motherhood, and midlife frustrations.
Visitors examine real archaeological finds up close, handle historical artefacts, and speak directly with museum specialists during National Museum Week.
Learn the traditional Japanese textile arts of boro mending and decorative sashiko stitching in this hands-on craft workshop.
Art historian Frank Elzas leads an architectural walking tour visiting historic Amsterdam sites that are usually closed to the public.
An exhibition exploring the realities of independence struggles across Africa, Suriname, and the Caribbean.
Billy Wilder's cynical 1951 drama stars Kirk Douglas as an opportunistic journalist exploiting a man trapped in an underground cave.
A story and play session designed to introduce toddlers aged three and up to books.
A wood-fired mobile sauna session set up for relaxation and community warming.
A hands-on workshop for children aged six and up to make their own articulated jumping jack puppets.
A workshop series inviting musicians of all levels to play and improvise together.
A guided paper-folding workshop led by artist Qusai, open to beginners and experienced crafters alike.
A community kitchen evening serving Indonesian home-cooked food.
A screen-free afternoon of board games, painting, and creative activities for children and families.
The exiled Russian hip-hop duo, blending electronic beats with Tatar-infused poetry, play a live club set.
Alfred Hitchcock's classic 1948 psychological thriller, famous for being filmed in what appears to be a single continuous take, screens in Mercatorplein.
A theatrical and musical production exploring heritage, identity, and the African diaspora.
The pioneering Dutch reed quintet performs a seasonal programme of classical arrangements and original works.
The American tenor saxophonist pairs with the veteran Dutch bop pianist and celebrated Belgian guitarist.
An informal playtime session where young children and their parents can gather and play.
Guest bartender Francesco Pellegrino closes out the aperitivo showcase with specialty cocktails at the canal-side cocktail bar.
A casual mid-week social gathering aimed at international residents looking to expand their circle in Amsterdam.
A theatrical masterclass and performance day for young audiences at the literature and children's book museum.
A film screening and discussion evening focusing on memorable and boundary-pushing debut movies that shaped cinema history.
An open community workshop day where locals can use shared tools and get help with their DIY repair or craft projects.
A morning open-lab session for visitors to experiment with digital fabrication tools and craft materials.
An informal meetup for non-native speakers to practise everyday Dutch conversation over coffee.
Coaches lead movement and outdoor games for toddlers and young children aged one to six.
A short daytime organ or chamber recital in Amsterdam's landmark canal-side church.
Supervised sports and play for kids aged four to 13 on the public square.
A hands-on workshop exploring communication, postal history, and creative design.
Keithlan and Xavier lead dance classes exploring Afro house rhythms and choreography for young dancers.
A gathering pairing bespoke fashion craftsmanship with guided champagne tastings.
An after-work networking and social drinks evening open to expat women.
An evening session dedicated to the craft of screenwriting and adapting stories for film and television.
An informal weekly drinks meetup brings expats, locals, and newcomers together for casual conversation.
Screening of a documentary exploring Dutch-Caribbean artists and the philosophy of dominoes, followed by games.
An open creative studio session where you choose a medium and work at your own pace with hands-on materials.
An open, hands-on workshop inviting participants to drop in and create artwork together.
Dutch-Moroccan author Abdelkader Benali joins classical pianist Daria van den Bercken for an evening combining literature and live music.
The pioneering reed quintet serves up a curated, seasonal blend of arrangements and original repertoire.
A facilitated community dinner bringing local residents together around a shared table for open conversation.
A community sewing workshop where visitors can work on textile projects, learn machine skills, and mend clothes.
Percussion students showcase virtuoso modern repertoire written for the marimba.
An interactive reading and singing session for toddlers aged two and older with their parents or carers.
An informal creative workshop where young children learn basic painting and drawing techniques using various art materials.
A variety evening featuring short, unannounced performances spanning theatre, music, storytelling, and cabaret in an intimate setting.
Studio/K hosts a live jazz session in its café space.
Studio van Clau hosts an all-levels yoga class by the lakeside at Sloterplas.
Practical workshops and courses on herbal remedies, wild plants, and natural health at the Poortgebouw.
An art exhibition presenting works by the visual artist in the creative hub's gallery space.
A cultural evening and discussion focusing on the urban soul and communities of Amsterdam.
An introductory evening class covering the fundamentals of Arabic script, pronunciation, and basic conversation.
A relaxed daytime lunch service inside the alternative cultural centre on the Overtoom.
A public talk examining state security, political crises, and political kidnappings.
The secondary school opens its doors for an afternoon festival connecting students, staff, and neighbourhood residents.
Participants bring old family photographs and embellish them with decorative embroidery stitches.
A regular club gathering to play matches on traditional Dutch shuffleboards.
Indoor sports sessions in the school gymnasium designed specifically for girls aged eight to 13.
Children aged six and up practice reading skills through interactive games and group activities.
Children aged five and up gather for an interactive story reading session at the public library.
A launch event celebrating a new publication about Amsterdam, hosted inside the city museum.
An open-level yoga class hosted at the Dapperbuurt community centre.
Early-stage founders present their business concepts directly to an audience of venture investors and get immediate feedback.
An interfaith dialogue evening bringing Jewish, Muslim, and other local residents together to connect and share experiences.
An informal evening dedicated to playing tabletop and board games over drinks.
The community theatre group stages an energetic production confronting modern democratic tensions and civil protest.
Informal conversational practice for English language learners of all levels at an Amsterdam language school.
A guided group walk designed to spark structured, meaningful conversations between participants along the route.
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A lecture exploring how esoteric traditions link bodily organs and physiological systems to astronomical archetypes and celestial signs.
An interactive evening using storytelling and discussion to examine non-monogamy and how polyamorous people navigate monogamous social norms.
The Berlin live electronic and synth duo headline an intimate evening supported by løu.
An intimate live music preview and listening session in the hotel's basement club.
Author Abdelkader Benali and concert pianist Daria van den Bercken interweave storytelling and music around Kurban Said's classic novel.
Local jazz musicians join together for an informal open playing session.
A panel discussion examining the digital economy's impact on human focus and cognitive health.
A stand-up comedy showcase presented at Westergas.
The live act performs an evening of electronic music at Cinetol.
Curator Margriet Hoogvliet introduces the museum's interactive digital mapping installation exploring historical cartography and urban development.
Participants are guided through conscious connected breathwork focused on seasonal introspection and grounding.
Teams test their general knowledge, pop culture trivia, and music recall at this informal venue pub quiz.
A guided group breathwork session geared toward grounding and introspection as the season changes.
An evening dedicated to the life and literary legacy of the renowned Curaçaoan author and linguist Frank Martinus Arion.
A workshop offering tools and frameworks to help you make confident, well-considered personal and professional decisions.
An informal drop-in gathering offering coffee, conversation, and a warm community welcome.
An informal morning gathering for locals to drop in for a free cup of coffee and conversation.
An accessible yoga session led by Fabio, focusing on stretching, breath, and relaxation.
A regular shared meal connecting founders, researchers, and campus residents over casual conversation.
A guided tour exploring the heritage, stories, and curated objects housed inside the neighbourhood collection.
French speakers and learners gather for an informal conversational practice session.
A creative craft group at the city farm facilitated by a peer support specialist from TEAM ED.
A casual neighbourhood social with tea, coffee, and open conversation in the local social centre.
A launch event and discussion for the new book exploring urban spaces and their connection to nature.
A quiet drop-in session for children and learners to choose a book from the shelves and practice reading.
A presentation dedicated to the life and satirical cartoons of Dutch artist Harry Lammertink, known as Yrrah.
A shared community dinner and moderated dialogue evening focused on connection, listening and local solidarity.
Community sports organisation West Beweegt hosts outdoor games and movement sessions for teenagers aged thirteen to sixteen.
A weekly community gathering focusing on neurodiversity, co-regulation, and mental health through guided shared exercises.
A low-barrier gathering where people dealing with grief and bereavement can share their experiences over coffee.
A multi-week introductory course introducing basic Kadampa Buddhist meditation practices for mental clarity.
An informal open evening where makers, hackers, and technology enthusiasts meet to share projects and ideas.
Tim Hofman and his investigative team celebrate a decade of their consumer advocacy and accountability show with a live arena production.
A singing session dedicated to political and social movement protest songs.
A discussion evening examining housing and urbanism through the lens of influential city theorist Jane Jacobs.
The Dutch philosopher and former Thinker of the Fatherland discusses practical ethics and daily existence.
A comedy evening dedicated entirely to puns, wordplay and linguistic jokes.
An informal social gathering offering drinks and conversation for volunteers, neighbors, and regulars of the independent cultural space.
A live performance afternoon at the long-running independent arts centre in the Staatsliedenbuurt.
Cabaret duo Spruijt en Opperman test out material for their new musical comedy show.
A peaceful, guided mindfulness walk focusing on sensory awareness, breathing, and experiencing nature at an unhurried pace.
An outdoor community fitness session offering low-impact group exercise routines suitable for local residents of all fitness levels.
Local volunteers gather to cultivate vegetables, share gardening knowledge, and support community food production in the park.
A guided deep-relaxation meditation practice using the structured yogic sleep technique, open to beginners and experienced practitioners alike.
A monthly informal drop-in gathering for De Pijp residents to catch up with neighbours over drinks.
The opening session of a beginner course introducing essential tools like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
University students read stories aloud to local children to foster a love of reading.
Older adults meet to share personal stories and connect across different backgrounds.
Neighbours gather for an informal social morning to meet people and practice Dutch.
A casual Wednesday afternoon drop-in for neighbourhood residents to stop by for tea, coffee, and a chat.
A political education session examining the uprisings, political dynamics, and aftershocks of the 2011 Arab Spring.
Activists and researchers discuss grassroots community resistance against mining and fossil fuel extraction across South Africa.
Information security professionals, ethical hackers, and tech compliance specialists meet for informal drinks and industry networking.
A facilitated group discussion for men to reflect on relationships, communication, and their impact on others.
A community workshop focused on local anti-racism organising and shared action.
A gathering and discussion addressing chronic sorrow and the ongoing grief that accompanies lifelong illness, disability, or caring responsibilities.
Researchers analyse the political and economic effects of bureaucracy across the European Union.
A discussion evening exploring how to look past rigid social and political categorisations.
Volunteers gather every other Wednesday afternoon to help care for the greenery and grounds of Sarphatipark.
A weekly social knitting circle where neighbours bring their current needlework projects to craft and chat together.
A free, confidential walk-in session offering practical advice and guidance on personal budgeting and financial admin.
An academic seminar session.
The introductory session of a beginner computer course guiding learners through using the mouse, keyboard, and basic internet tasks.
A community drop-in hour where local residents can ask questions and discuss neighbourhood issues.
A fully booked makerspace session exploring 3D modeling and digital fabrication.
The municipality and housing association Eigen Haard host a drop-in meeting presenting the final design for the Ruychaverkwartier neighborhood.
Cloud engineers, architects, and developers gather for technical talks and networking around the Google Cloud platform.
The local Java User Group hosts a hands-on technical workshop focused on OpenTelemetry observability frameworks.
A screening of the documentary chronicling the fierce 1970s community resistance against metro construction and demolitions in the Nieuwmarkt neighbourhood.
The landmark survey brings together the Japanese artist's signature polka dots, Infinity Mirror Rooms, and monumental soft sculptures.
Lie down on mats beneath the glass roof of the maritime museum to hear live music by candlelight.
The orchestra marks Christmas Day with its traditional afternoon concert under its future chief conductor.
The monthly open-air design market brings makers, artists and food stalls to the museum lawns.
The Scottish soul and R&B singer brings her powerhouse vocals and anthemic pop catalogue to Amsterdam.
An interactive science and technology exhibition focusing on the history, physics, and programming behind video games.
Stalls selling artisanal produce, hot food and handmade goods rotate through the city's parks on Sundays.
The science museum's hands-on floor lets visitors experiment with everyday engineering, household technology, and clean energy.
The orchestra's incoming chief conductor leads a symphonic pairing of Mozart and Tchaikovsky.
Audiences bring blankets and lie flat underneath the glass courtyard canopy to listen to live classical music.
A major retrospective by the renowned photographer known for monumental landscapes, portraits and atmospheric explorations of human impact.
Over 150 monumental street art murals, painted on-site by international artists, fill a former shipyard warehouse.
Citywide arts festival staging performances, tours, and special events across various participating Amsterdam museums.
An exhibition showing the commercial textile patterns, garments, and decorative fabrics designed by the pop artist in the 1950s and 1960s.
The street art museum hosts an exhibition celebrating urban contemporary artists and graffiti culture.
A relaxed, sensory concert format introducing classical sounds and rhythms to babies up to 18 months old.
A live symphonic orchestra performs the memorable fantasy themes and attraction soundtracks from the Dutch theme park.
Hands-on workshops, games, and maritime activities designed for children and families.
The Mexican painter's life, portraits and vibrant folk-art aesthetic are explored through projected artworks and archival photography.
An exhibition for children featuring the intricate, detail-rich illustrations of Dutch picture-book maker Charlotte Dematons.
An interactive family exhibition where visitors consult the wise raven to explore themes of nature and human connection across cultures.
A hands-on music-making workshop where kids and parents experiment with unique electronic and acoustic instruments.
An animated digital installation bringing Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's classic novella and its philosophical meditations on life to light.
Dance event pioneers ID&T present a sensory labyrinth of light, sound, and interactive technology in the Elementenstraat warehouse.
An exhibition showcasing the pop artist's commercial textile designs from the 1950s and 1960s before his rise to fame.
A guided twilight nature walk for children to spot nocturnal wildlife and dusk-hunting animals.
The Houston-born stand-up comedian and storyteller, known for his viral specials and prison-memoir routines, performs live.
A Dutch-spoken lecture and concert delving into the rich classical and folk-influenced heritage of Armenian composers.
Local independent makers, designers, and craftspeople sell handmade wares inside the former tram depot.
Direct conversations and oral histories shared with survivors of the Holocaust.
The festival organisers stage a walkthrough experience using lasers, lights, and electronic soundscapes across several rooms.
Local designers, craftspeople, and food vendors set up stalls on Museumplein, running a week early to avoid marathon road closures.
Original stencils, screen prints, and authenticated indoor works by the elusive Bristol street artist are on permanent display.
A weekend market offering vintage furniture, design pieces, curiosities, and decorative objects in the historic market hall.
The painter's former home displays etching and drawing techniques to show how Rembrandt pushed the boundaries of his craft.
A multimedia showcase combining digital projections and photography to explore the life and art of the Mexican painter.
The Dutch-Ghanaian hip-hop and soul artist leads an accessible jazz-groove performance designed for families and young children.
The photographer presents vivid, stylised portraits celebrating the fashion and contemporary identity of people from Xinjiang.
The energetic Dutch comedian returns to the stage with his high-paced, family-friendly stand-up show.
STRAAT explores the fundamental visual elements of graffiti culture, from lettering and tags to rhythm and line work.
Morning yoga session held surrounded by Vincent van Gogh's masterworks.
A family exhibition exploring magic, illusions and ritual in Jewish culture and folklore.
The city archives present an updated historical canon surveying key episodes and figures across Amsterdam's 750-year history.
The powerhouse American tenor saxophonist leads a heavyweight rhythm section featuring bassist Matt Brewer and drummer Kendrick Scott.
Popular children's musician Dirk Scheele leads songs and movement games based on the famous orange cartoon cat.
The British genre-blending electronic producer performs alongside contemporary Dutch media artist Boris Acket's kinetic light installation.
An immersive digital experience that recreates the streets and canals of seventeenth-century Amsterdam.
The Estonian conductor leads the Swiss orchestra through Mahler's turbulent and tragic Sixth Symphony.
A practical painting and drawing class focused on composition, colour and expressive brushwork inspired by Vincent van Gogh.
Sculptures by the Dutch modernist, known for his stark geometric forms in steel, leather, and found materials, are installed across the museum's open-air grounds.
The celebrated Dutch recorder virtuoso performs alongside the period-instrument orchestra.
A gentle, sensory theatrical performance designed specifically for toddlers and babies.
The idiosyncratic Croatian pianist performs Chopin's lyrical second concerto alongside Mozart's dramatic G-minor symphony.
Four fixtures of Dutch jazz and improvised music come together for an unscripted Bimhuis set.
Outdoor art route placing site-specific sculptures and installations along the walking paths of the Amsterdamse Bos.
The contemporary Spanish-Dutch painter presents new works in dialogue with Francisco de Goya's iconic etchings, Los Disparates.
Renowned chamber choir Cappella Amsterdam sings the intricate, spiritually charged motets of J.S. Bach.
A behind-the-scenes guided tour through the costume departments, stages, and rehearsal halls of the opera house.
Crate-digging market inside the covered passage of De Hallen, featuring independent record vendors selling vinyl across multiple genres.
Amsterdam's chamber orchestra marks the festive season with a programme of seasonal classical works.
Mozart's comic singspiel about backstage theatrical rivalries is performed using traditional wooden marionettes.
Outdoor cooking activities for children using fresh produce harvested directly from the site.
Alan J. Pakula's gripping 1976 political thriller stars Robert Redford and Dustin Hoffman as the Washington Post reporters who broke the Watergate scandal.
Visitors can watch the street artist creating a large-scale piece live inside the graffiti hall.
The private museum showcases street works, prints, and stencils by the elusive British artist.
Learn the fundamentals of silkscreening and print your own custom design onto t-shirts in this hands-on studio session.
Visitors on the fortress island can observe licensed ornithologists capturing, measuring, and banding wild birds for ongoing scientific research.
A brief, family-friendly Dutch-language opera performance staged on the platform of an Amsterdam metro station.
The idiosyncratic Dutch jazz guitarist and composer plays an intimate set in the historic former stock exchange.
A broad survey of modern and contemporary art, design, and photography from the museum's permanent holdings.
Illusionist Rico Weeland stages an intimate evening of magic, mentalism, and storytelling.
Interactive light and digital installations invite visitors into responsive, mirror-filled rooms.
Stanley Kubrick's razor-sharp Cold War satire follows a frantic bid to stop an unhinged US general from triggering nuclear armageddon.
The presentation examines clothing from 1640 to 1930 that bears physical signs of wear, tailoring, mending, and daily life.
Take a behind-the-scenes look at the concert hall's architecture and acoustics before attending the free midday performance.
A retrospective dedicated to the influential Indonesian-Dutch industrial and interior designer best known for designing Schiphol Airport's original interiors.
Heather Lenz's 2018 documentary traces the life and career of Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, from conservative post-war Japan to global contemporary stardom.
The Australian author of the bestselling Nevermoor fantasy series appears in conversation with Kirsten König.
Children can drop in to create their own artworks inspired by the museum's collection and exhibitions.
An exhibition celebrating early trailblazers and foundational works in digital and video installation art.
An exhibition tracing decades of LGBTQIA+ community life, activism, pride celebrations, and resilience across Amsterdam.
The long-running ensemble mixes fast-paced improv games, sketches, and video comedy sparked by audience suggestions.
The exhibition examines the global supply chains of cocoa, sugar, and palm oil behind the beloved Dutch breakfast staple.
The Dutch fashion designer and artist known for colorful, subversive textiles and dolls presents an installation celebrating individuality.
Studio Ghibli's beloved 1995 animated coming-of-age drama follows a bookish schoolgirl in Tokyo who dreams of becoming a writer.
A sensory performance exploring memory, heritage, and identity through scent and personal storytelling.
A guided look inside the striking Amsterdam School landmark, paired with drinks or food in the grand hotel.
The orchestra plays a seasonal programme of celebratory symphonic pieces for the holidays.
Curated screenings highlighting iconic films, cult favourites, and indie classics from the 1990s.
A specialist tour through the world's oldest functioning Jewish library, housed in the Portuguese Synagogue complex.
Sightseeing boats navigate the moat and outer waterways surrounding the star-shaped fortress town.
Creative, hands-on craft and play activities for children aged five and up.
An exhibition featuring the Congolese artists' cooperative CATPC, exploring post-colonial ecology, labour, and restitution.
An intimate, pop-up live jazz session showcasing local musicians inside the 19th-century church.
A guided tasting session exploring the culinary customs and flavours of the Dutch Renaissance in the castle grounds.
The contemporary art museum's basement level hosts large-scale room projections, light works, and screen-based installations.
Screenings of documentaries, concert films, and cinematic features focused on musical artists and subcultures.
Vocalists Lilian Vieira, Ana Beck, and Viviani Godoy gather around the table for an authentic Brazilian roda de samba session.
The Dutch ensemble presents its annual interpretation of Handel's celebrated choral masterwork.
Close-up magicians perform sleight of hand right at the tables in a casual pub setting.
The acclaimed Dutch children's book illustrator exhibits her intricately detailed drawings.
The optical illusion museum opens its doors to four-legged visitors alongside their owners.
Portuguese fado singer LINA_ collaborates with Spanish jazz pianist Marco Mezquida in a modern reinterpretation of traditional Iberian songs.
Sightseeing boat cruises along the scenic Vecht river past historic estates and tea houses.
Historical reenactors demonstrate traditional musket-firing and military drills inside the Naarden fortress museum.
Exhibition dedicated to the people, history, and traditions of Amsterdam's landmark seventeenth-century Portuguese Synagogue.
Ornithologists demonstrate the process of catching, ringing, and releasing migratory birds stopping over on the fortress island.
The Netherlands Bach Society performs contemplative early music for All Souls' Day in the historic church.
Forest biologist Nico leads a guided nature walk through the Amsterdamse Bos.
Recorder virtuoso Lucie Horsch joins cellist Nicolas Altstaedt and lutenist Thomas Dunford for baroque and early music.
The American artist examines identity, gender, and celebrity culture through self-portraiture that mimics glossy fashion shoots and consumer advertising.
A family weekend of puppet theatre designed to stimulate the senses of young audiences.
Special garden tours, plant displays, and seasonal activities across the formal baroque grounds of the royal palace.
Felix Meritis hosts live performances exploring modern electronic music from Brazil as part of the annual festival.
Toddlers and young children get free-jumping access to the trampolines during a session tailored for little ones.
The exhibition highlights textile designs and fabric works created by artists linked to the mid-century avant-garde Cobra movement.
A long-running Sunday afternoon tradition of live jazz sessions in a classic literary café on the canal.
A Sinterklaas musical theatre performance tailored for toddlers aged two and up.
An open creative workshop in the museum where visitors experiment with spontaneous painting and mixed media in the CoBrA spirit.
A hands-on workshop guiding participants through traditional cold-process soapmaking using natural ingredients.
A dedicated cinema programme spotlighting seminal films from the 1990s.
A retrospective examining the turbulent life and intensely emotional, colourful paintings of the Dutch modern expressionist.
A hands-on workshop introducing the textiles, dressing traditions and etiquette of the Japanese kimono.
Musicians gather around a table to play acoustic Brazilian samba in the traditional roda circle format.
A self-guided or organised walking route exploring the historic ramparts, castle and waterways of the fortified town.
An indoor jump session on connected trampolines and obstacle courses.
Professional artists set up stalls on the Spui square every Sunday to sell paintings, prints, and ceramics directly to passersby.
A guided bicycle ride along city canals and neighbourhood streets covering local history and architecture.
Graduating second-year resident artists from the prestigious post-academic institute exhibit their work in the historic Ateliers building.
Two master Italian pianists share the bench for four-hands works on the venue's concert grand.
Showcase spotlighting cutting-edge graduate collections from the Netherlands' top fashion academy alumni.
An interactive, multi-sensory tour of the museum designed specifically for blind and visually impaired visitors.
An evening of personal narratives and performances centring LGBTQ+ experiences and voices.
The restaurant serves a surprise multi-course tasting menu decided entirely by the kitchen, without an à la carte option.
Promotional burger giveaway celebrating the launch of a new menu item.
The museum investigates the origins, artist, and identity of the sitter in an enigmatic Golden Age portrait.
A theatrical piece exploring toxic masculinity and modern misogyny through the prism of online influencer Andrew Tate.
A practical culinary class covering milk curdling, pressing and the fundamentals of home cheesemaking.
A children's treasure hunt weaving through the bookshelves as part of the annual national Children's Book Week celebrations.
Organ and classical musicians give daytime performances beneath the vaulted ceiling of the historic canal-side church.
The veteran Japanese jazz pianist leads his dynamic new trio.
A small-group salon boat tour departs from the five-star hotel along the Amstel river.
Performance artist Ahilan Ratnamohan uses soccer choreography to examine ambition, migration, and the corporate branding of sport.
The acclaimed French soprano saxophonist leads his boundary-pushing contemporary jazz quartet.
Display of the freshly conserved sixteenth-century altarpiece depicting the descent from the cross in the attic church.
A guided backstage look through the auditoriums, workshops, and history of the city's municipal theatre.
The historic castle estate showcases its botanical gardens and grounds in seasonal bloom.
A documentary exploring the legendary Afrofuturist jazz pioneer's deep connection to his Alabama hometown.
A hands-on ceramics class teaching throwing and shaping clay on the potter's wheel.
The fashion platform marks two decades of championing top graduates from Dutch fashion academies with a retrospective showcase.
The Dutch fashion photographer presents two decades of imagery documenting the standout graduation show for rising designers.
Free outdoor group fitness classes running weekly along the green strip on De Boelelaan in collaboration with the Vrije Universiteit.
Players identify disco songs played by a live DJ to fill their cards and win prizes.
Instructors teach basic clay shaping and texturing techniques to help you sculpt an object, figure, or abstract form.
Carlos Saura's haunting 1976 drama explores childhood trauma and the final days of the Franco regime through the eyes of an eight-year-old girl.
Nicolas Winding Refn's stylish 2011 neo-noir thriller stars Ryan Gosling as a quiet Hollywood stunt driver who moonlights as a getaway driver.
An informal board game meetup designed to help Dutch language learners practice their speaking skills while playing games.
A free language workshop and informal café where learners practice spoken Dutch together in a relaxed setting.
An introductory walkthrough of the photography museum's current exhibitions led by an in-house guide.
A hands-on creative workshop where children and their parents experiment with making art together.
Sunday night karaoke at the longstanding queer and drag bar near Rembrandtplein.
An informal conversation circle where Dutch learners of all levels chat over coffee to build their everyday speaking confidence.
Practice Dutch, English, Spanish, and other languages over drinks in an informal mixer.
NDSM Treehouse resident musicians present an intimate live performance paired with food and drinks.
An immersive science-fiction theatre performance exploring urban futures in space.
Melkweg Cinema screens feature-length documentaries and concert films spotlighting iconic musicians, subcultures, and music history.
Musician Iris Oltheten introduces young children to rhythm, singing, and instruments through play.
An exhibition exploring the complex debates, ethics and practices surrounding the restitution of colonial-era heritage items.
Tour the historic municipal theatre on Leidseplein, going backstage to visit the dressing rooms and wings.
A thematic walkthrough exploring the collection and modern art history through LGBTQIA+ perspectives.
Taxidermy duo Sinke & Van Tongeren present their theatrical, Old Master-inspired arrangements of exotic preserved birds and animals.
Dolly Parton and Burt Reynolds star in the 1982 musical comedy about a legendary Texas brothel under threat from a television evangelist.
John Carpenter's satirical 1988 sci-fi action film stars 'Rowdy' Roddy Piper as a drifter who discovers aliens are controlling humanity through subliminal media.
The French string quartet, celebrated for their Russian repertoire, performs works by Weinberg, Prokofiev, and Beethoven.
The museum displays patterned skirts and wearable textiles designed by key painters and sculptors of the post-war CoBrA movement.
The celebrated British tenor and his longtime collaborative pianist perform nineteenth-century lieder by Wolf and Schubert.
A hands-on craft session covering the practical techniques, ingredients, and chemistry needed to create natural bar soaps.
A children's theatre performance designed for toddlers and young kids at the boutique puppet and story theatre.
An open-air secondhand market selling pre-loved clothes, homeware, and garden finds.
The grassroots archive presents perspectives on colonial history, resistance, and grassroots solidarity movements across the Dutch empire and beyond.
Actors spin an improvised theatrical story using audience suggestions to explore a chosen genre.
The Norwegian acoustic trio plays their warm, melodic mix of Nordic jazz and folk.
A screening of the documentary charting the pioneering Washington D.C. independent soul, jazz, and go-go record label Black Fire.
A practical textile workshop teaching mending, customisation, and redesign techniques to revamp old garments.
A creative studio session exploring how everyday chairs can capture a sitter's character, taking cues from Van Gogh’s depictions of his own seat.
A queer club night focused on upbeat pop tracks and electronic dance anthems in the Houthavens.
A hands-on introduction to linocut printmaking, from carving blocks to pulling prints on paper.
Children aged eight and up can explore coniferous tree species from around the globe across the botanical garden.
The Danish bassist presents his forward-looking acoustic piano trio featuring pianist Xavi Torres and drummer Naíma Acuña.
The Czech mezzo-soprano and Scottish pianist present a programme of central European art songs.
Music journalist Edgar Kruize explores Prince's prolific artistic ties, concerts, and legacy across the Netherlands.
Audience seating for the recording of Eva Jinek's current affairs talkshow at De Hallen.
Interactive play and sensory learning activities designed for young children.
An outdoor nature scavenger trail for families featuring animal sculptures and tasks along the path.
Magician Rico Weeland performs close-up sleight of hand right in front of the audience.
The American stand-up comic brings his solo show to the comedy club for an extra performance.
Dutch-Kurdish singer Naaz shares an intimate triple bill with Italian jazz vocalist Marta Arpini and indie act LifeLoan.
An architectural model exhibition exploring the extensive future urban development plans for Amsterdam's northern docklands.
A special tour and discussion exploring Andy Warhol's life, art, and enduring cultural impact through an LGBTQ+ lens.
The adventurous, fast-moving Dutch street orchestra brings its autumn programme indoors to Amsterdam-Noord.
An exhibition exploring gender transformation, performance, and shifting bodily identity through archaeological artefacts and contemporary culture.
An interactive exhibition space exploring archaeological discovery, material culture, and how finds are catalogued.
A traditional puppet theatre performance for young children.
The national broadcast choir tackles Rossini's 1841 setting of the traditional Stabat Mater hymn.
Ceramicist Anita Kluge leads a hands-on clay modelling workshop blending craft and storytelling.
Theatre Rotterdam and Nastaran Razawi Khorasani stage a theatrical meditation on protest and connection.
An exhibition examining how contemporary artists combine photography with collage techniques to construct alternative narratives.
The Dutch baritone joins forces with two leading pianists for a crossover programme moving from French chanson to American standards.
A hands-on craft session teaching basic techniques to design and assemble personal jewellery.
Exhibition of photography by the Dutch-Uruguayan artist known for her portraits exploring gender, identity, and memory.
The visual artist presents installations and performances reflecting on post-colonial history, identity and Caribbean heritage.
An exhibition exploring the legacy and innovations of the nineteenth-century Dutch cocoa and chocolate manufacturer.
An interactive audio-visual walking tour around Amsterdam East designed for children aged seven and up.
A lively cultural showcase bringing together emerging musical acts and creative performances.
A self-guided walking route detailing maritime history and architectural landmarks around the Oosterdok docklands.
The Dutch-American comic headlines an evening of observational stand-up.
A guided walk exploring the plant collections and seasonal highlights of the botanical garden.
Students from Berlin's Ernst Busch Academy present Mike Bartlett's workplace satire Contractions.
Photography exhibition exploring personal reflections, tributes, and diverse cultural perspectives on mortality.
A theatrical concert for children aged eight and up, written and performed by Kelly van Kempen and Kelvin Allison.
An exhibition at the museum of funeral culture exploring the relationship between traffic, transit and mortality.
A multi-course dinner highlighting autumn produce and locally sourced seasonal ingredients.
Creative Coding Amsterdam hosts an introduction to making pixel art and retro games with the PICO-8 virtual machine.
An exhibition exploring the intersection of Lutheran faith, openness, and queer community history in Amsterdam.
The central library hosts an exhibition celebrating the history, milestones, and activists of the local LGBTQ+ movement.
Hands-on clay modelling workshop guiding participants through basic sculpting and shaping techniques.
A playful family afternoon combining casual games of bingo with food and entertainment.
Musicians from the resident orchestra step out into smaller chamber formations for a Hungarian-themed programme.
A guided sensory exploration and tasting of ceremonial-grade cacao hosted by Erik from Pure Kakaw.
Henri-Georges Clouzot's 1956 documentary captures Pablo Picasso painting directly onto glass, revealing his artistic process in real time.
Amsterdams Allooi leads a festive communal sing-along of holiday classics in the intimate canal-side theatre.
An evening devoted to fresh oysters and paired drinks at the hotel's bar.
The University of Amsterdam’s archaeology museum displays ancient glassware from Roman, Egyptian, and Mediterranean collections.
A guided walk from the historic Red Light District house highlighting influential women in the city's social history.
The town square fills with stalls offering fresh produce, cheese, fish, clothes and household wares.
The Dutch designer displays playful sculptures and everyday design objects repurposed from obsolete collectables and materials.
The rising Scandinavian string quartet takes on Schubert's famously intense chamber masterwork.
Gunther von Hagens's exhibition of plastinated human bodies, focusing on the anatomical science of happiness and wellbeing.
The Dutch-Brazilian net artist, known for using websites as canvases, presents his book-based and printed projects.
An intimate evening of spoken word, live acoustic music, and personal storytelling.
Nine contemporary artists of Moluccan descent examine their roots, shared heritage and cultural identity through varied media.
An immersive audiovisual screening pairing the British band's music with large-format digital visuals projected across walls and floors.
An exhibition exploring the movement, culture and sensory experience of swimming through contemporary art.
An art exhibition exploring modern self-representation and collective belonging in the converted NDSM shipyard.
The Dutch textile artist is internationally acclaimed for her tactile wool felt works dyed with heritage plants she cultivates herself.
Photographer Tomás Mauro presents a participatory project connecting strangers through portraits and written notes.
An exhibition exploring the history and lived experiences of the Moluccan community in Amsterdam seventy-five years after their arrival in the Netherlands.
An open-air photography exhibition displayed along the boulevard at the Sloterplas.
The university heritage museum displays ancient glassware alongside recent research into classical glassmaking techniques.
A group presentation featuring work by established names of modern and street-influenced art.
The museum surveys the intense, psychological canvases and watercolours of the Dutch Expressionist painter.
The renowned South African visual activist presents photographic portraits documenting Black LGBTQIA+ communities.
A retrospective survey dedicated to the Dutch artist best known for his minimalist wire sculptures, drawings, and luminous cityscape silhouettes.
The sustainable Amsterdam fashion house hosts a temporary boutique featuring its latest collection alongside discounted archival pieces.
Experimental ensemble Jam With Humans stages an evening of interactive music and improvisation inside an independent bookshop.
The emerging photographer presents work examining memory, personal archives and unseen perspectives of family life.
Local performers, musicians, and comedians take the stage for short sets at this West neighbourhood arts venue.
A retrospective examining the foundational 1970s and 80s work of the seminal Dutch video-art distribution and research platform.
An immersive digital light and projection experience that surrounds visitors with life-sized prehistoric creatures in their ancient habitats.
Artist Miquel Hervás Gómez leads a hands-on workshop transforming publication waste into fresh handmade sheets of paper.
The emerging Austrian string quartet performs as part of the European Concert Hall Organisation's emerging talent showcase.
A guided walking tour through the modernist sanatorium complex designed by Jan Duiker in Hilversum.
A behind-the-scenes guided tour through the concert halls, backstage areas, and modern architecture of the waterfront music venue.
The annual showcase exhibition spotlights standout graduation work by newly emerging artists from Dutch art academies.
The Dutch pioneer of internet art presents digital works examining how computational materials interact with physical space.
Portraits and personal histories chronicling the community surrounding Amsterdam's Portuguese Synagogue.
Children follow clues through the library in a themed treasure hunt marking Dutch Children's Book Week.
Director Jane Schoenbrun presents a queer horror screening followed by discussion.
An archival photo display tracing the history of Amsterdam's Pride demonstrations and queer activism.
A mixed-media showcase in the shipyard warehouse investigating aquatic movement and bodily immersion.
A personal storytelling session recounting experiences and legacies connected to the Holocaust.
Choir director Hans Veldhuizen leads a communal singing session dedicated to classic and modern cinematic scores.
An outdoor sculpture garden exhibiting contemporary three-dimensional artworks amidst landscaped grounds.
Artists in the NDSM shipyard explore self-portraiture, digital image manipulation, and narcissism in modern culture.
Practical studio session introducing ceramic glazing techniques, finishes, and colour application for pottery.
A deep-dive recital focused on Beethoven's dazzling and technically demanding Opus 53 piano sonata.
The Dutch comedian, presenter and online personality previews her solo cabaret performance.
Textile artist Claudy Jongstra pairs her signature felted, raw wool pieces with works by guest artists exploring sustainable material processes.
French-born comedian Maeva Dolle brings her comedy to the stage.
A nostalgic, travelling dance party designed primarily for older adults, featuring classic ballroom and pop hits.
Guided tours exploring the city archives and the monumental 1920s architecture of the former bank building on Vijzelstraat.
Guided walks around the historic country estate in Heemstede, where botanist Carl Linnaeus once worked as court physician and garden director.
The Dutch jazz trio reinterprets Beethoven's classical repertoire through modern jazz arrangements.
A guided walking and sketching excursion exploring the surrounding streets with drawing materials in hand.
A tactile scale model allows visitors to experience the architecture of the waterfront and the Arcam building through touch.
A community creative making session hosted at the contemporary art space in Amsterdam-Noord.
An exhibition at the city centre council office tracks the history and ongoing life of the capital's LGBTQ+ community.
An exhibition showcasing contemporary visual art and cross-disciplinary projects from the Low Countries.
A night of live music and party sounds at the waterside venue in Amsterdam-Noord.
The international piano trio pairs classic Romantic works with twentieth-century chamber music by Rebecca Clarke.
A session exploring drawing, movement and improvised visual art.
Contemporary artists explore selfhood and belonging in a collaborative group exhibition.
An exhibition dedicated to the mid-century rescue and reconstruction of historic wooden windmills and houses along the Zaan.
Retrospective covering the long career of the celebrated Haarlem painter known for his atmospheric still lifes and studio interiors.
A public showing of an art collection housed inside the former mint depository.
The celebrated Dutch sculptor shows expressive works crafted from handblown glass, textile, and ceramics.
A live classical concert showcasing a selection of chamber music works.
A guided walk through the photography museum's temporary exhibition inside its canal house galleries.
An evening of mystery and theatrical storytelling at the foodbar venue.
An exhibition at the museum of Lutheran history exploring the heritage and resilience of the queer community.
The Amsterdams Kleinkunst Festival hosts an intimate cabaret and literary stage night named in honour of Ramses Shaffy.
An interdisciplinary afternoon exploring art publications and cinema at the canal-house art space.
The German-French pianist performs a solo recital of core classical piano works.
Interactive community project exchanging handwritten postcards with library visitors to explore social connections.
Participants in a four-day training demonstrate and playtest prototype serious games designed to explore urban planning and civic challenges.
A gathering of regional blues musicians for an evening of live sets in Zaandam.
The British artist shows her distinctive hand-drawn textiles and figurative work confronting personal and societal grief.
The Amsterdam-based jazz guitarist and composer performs a live set with his ensemble.
A showcase exploring micro-housing, modular design, and efficient urban living solutions at Haarlem's architecture centre.
A visual arts exhibition spotlighting local creative talent and community stories.
Solo theatre and cabaret performance by Leon Brill at the casual dining and performance venue.
Theatre maker Sarah Jonker presents a physical, messy performance piece.
The Dutch painter and illustrator displays works celebrating female bodies, desire, and bodily vulnerability through soft, vibrant color.
An exhibition exploring the modernist architecture and legacy of Willem Marinus Dudok.
The Dutch artist, a co-founder of the Nul movement, is celebrated for his serial assemblages of found and discarded everyday objects.
An exhibition exploring life and permanence through printmaking and graphic arts.
An exhibition reflecting on family, memory loss, and grief at the national museum dedicated to funeral heritage.
The Dutch artist displays whimsical ceramic creatures and eccentric character sculptures.
Neo-classical composer Eric Christian and concert pianist Nino Gvetadze perform an evening of ambient and classical piano works.
An art installation probing the fraught and porous boundary between natural environments and human culture.
A stand-up comedy showcase featuring a lineup of Dutch-language comedians.
An open participatory singing gathering held at the Jordaan neighbourhood theatre cafe.
The Dutch comedian and impressionist tests out material for her solo theatre show.
An exhibition focusing on the post-war Dutch avant-garde collective that united artists and architects in search of new functional forms.
A guided public nature walk through the heathland and protected wetland reserve near Hilversum.
Community repair event where volunteers help fix broken household appliances, clothing, electronics, and bicycles.
View a private collection of paintings, sculptures, and etchings housed in a historic building beside the Munttoren.
A display of freestyle brushwork on Chinese rice paper, exploring dynamic floral forms and vivid color.
The Dutch-Uruguayan photographer shows portraits exploring identity, gender and cultural belonging in the museum's project space.
The Egyptian-French artist presents playful conceptual works examining language, diplomacy, and bureaucratic rituals.
Take a self-guided 90-minute walking route exploring the history and architecture around the Oosterdok basin.
The Dutch fine art photographer presents contemplative black-and-white prints examining emotional resonance, ageing, and natural transition.
An exhibition exploring personal roots, collective memory, and future visions through contemporary art and research.
A photography and art exhibition exploring local urban stories and community life around the park and neighbourhood.
An art exhibition exploring natural and urban environments through varied creative perspectives in the historic wooden church.
Resident artists, artisans, and makers from the Zaandam creative hub exhibit their latest collaborative work.
The improvising ensemble performs a live set blending free jazz and theatrical elements to launch their new record.
Borrowing Orwell's Animal Farm maxim, this group exhibition gathers contemporary work addressing power structures and human-nonhuman hierarchies.
An exhibition exploring shared histories of freedom and anti-colonial struggle across Suriname, the Antilles, and Indonesia.
The Copenhagen-based artist plays melancholic, collage-like pop pieces built from his 2024 debut on Posh Isolation.
An outdoor high-intensity interval training session designed to build strength and cardiovascular fitness in the forest.
French painter Lou Ros and South Korean artist Sanghyuk Kim present expressive mixed-media paintings and figurative works.
Dutch trumpeter Suzan Veneman leads a quartet drawn from Amsterdam's contemporary jazz circuit.
Explore the long career of the Haarlem painter and watercolourist through works preserved from his studio on the Spaarne.
A film screening inside the casual cafe-restaurant in the Houthavens.
Marinka Reuten shows subtle, atmospheric works evoking dappled sunlight filtering through trees.
The Dutch comedy collective returns to the stage with their dark, character-driven cabaret sketches.
The Dutch ceramic artist displays his imaginative, brightly colored sculptural creatures.
Koentact opens its doors for free trial lessons, language level assessments, and an introduction to its teaching methods.
Robert Zandvliet showcases large-scale paintings inspired by historical concepts of the Persian garden.
A social Sunday afternoon tea dance featuring classic swing, pop, and ballroom tunes.
The German painter presents atmospheric, layered landscapes that blur the line between real wilderness and internal psychological spaces.
The gallery devoted to outsider, neurodivergent, and non-normative artists presents a collaborative mixed-media exhibition.
The Beijing-born visual artist and designer exhibits work engaging with physical exercise, discipline, and historical iconography.
Dutch artist Ineke Oostveen presents personal figurative work exploring adulthood and maturity.
Polish artist Mikołaj Sobczak presents work interrogating historical narratives, queer resistance, and national mythmaking.
The university gallery explores how artists and scientists interpret different dimensions of perception and truth.
A communal singing session held in the test building on the Marineterrein grounds.
The annual graduation show brings together standout fine art graduates from art academies across the Netherlands.
The Dutch ceramicist is celebrated for her detailed, Baroque-inspired glazed sculptures blending mythology, mortality and anatomical curiosity.
The cover band plays a mix of classic rock, pop, and blues standards off Leidseplein.
An interactive social gathering designed to spark conversations and new connections among library visitors.
Students receive free admission or half-price tickets to stage productions and workshops across the venue's autumn programme.
A contemporary performance exploring physical connection, rhythm and movement.
A joint video screening program featuring experimental moving-image works by Korakrit Arunanondchai, Anne-Mie Van Kerckhoven, Jota Mombaça, and Larry Achiampong.
Live jazz from the quartet in the classic, intimate Leidseplein music café.
Jacob and Robert bring their underground mixed-media comedy and variety night to the Grand Hotel Amrâth.
Lady Marmalade hosts an open-mic and spoken-word night inviting audiences to listen and speak up.
The veteran Dutch conceptual artist and biologist displays poetic works assembled from dried leaves, earth, and found natural elements.
The Dutch artist presents vividly coloured, apocalyptic drawings and paintings populated by sci-fi, occult, and cosmic imagery.
The Cuban artist presents conceptual work examining digital culture and alternative distribution networks outside formal online systems.
Pakistani contemporary artists Amra Khan, Naira Mushtaq, and Sehr Jalil show work questioning gender, ritual, and societal norms.
An exhibition exploring the design, social life, and evolution of public pavement space in post-war Amsterdam.
A group show inside the historic wooden church gathers works that interpret and reframe natural and built environments.
An exhibition exploring ideas of refuge, space, and belonging through contemporary visual art at the Flemish cultural centre.
A group exhibition engaging with queer identity, memory and imagined futures in dialogue with the museum's historic religious setting.
A regular walking group in West for staying active and meeting local neighbours.
The Indigenous Surinamese activist and community organizer speaks about cultural preservation and Indigenous rights.
A community-focused, volunteer-run social night for the LGBTQ+ community at the historic anarchist social centre.
The Dutch jazz vocalist and guitarist presents an evening of intimate standards and personal songs.
The Renaissance-era town hall opens its historic council chamber and collection of paintings for self-guided exploration.
The Dutch comedian performs her stand-up solo about the realities of parenting and family life.
A midweek live night featuring Dutch-language synth-pop duo Allicht alongside Lots of Parking and DJ Sjaak.
A joint exhibition pairing Lou Ros's deconstructed figurative painting with Sanghyuk Kim's contemporary artistic practice.
The Mexican artist presents sculptural and mixed-media works drawing on Quechua traditions and nocturnal themes.
An afternoon tea dance and social gathering for the local LGBTQ+ community.
A guided walk through the museum's permanent display charting the citizens, industries, and culture of Haarlem over several centuries.
The Dutch chamber group marks Valentine's Day with an intimate classical performance.
An audio-guided walking tour exploring the neighbourhood through women's voices, personal histories and urban memories.
A neighbourhood-focused exhibition chronicling community life, social changes, and resident experiences in the Indische Buurt.
The historic artists' society mounts a group exhibition centered on green themes, ecology, and nature.
The broadcast recording brings citizens and experts together for a moderated live debate on pressing social and political issues.
Musicians Luc Saha and Pao Pamaki lead an ambient, ceremonial sound journey with acoustic and world instruments.
A group art exhibition exploring the messy, uncertain transition into adulthood.
The Dutch-Moroccan comedian and actor tests material for his solo stand-up show.
A printmaking exhibition presented by the Grafein foundation showcasing diverse contemporary relief, intaglio, and screen-printing techniques.
Allan Sekula and Noël Burch's essay documentary examines the globalised economy through the lens of modern container maritime shipping.
The neighbourhood light-art initiative opens its latest run of community-focused installations.
Contemporary artists challenge the rigid botanical classification systems established by 18th-century taxonomist Carl Linnaeus.
A period exhibition showcasing daily family life, interiors and traditions of historic regional residents.
The photographer presents his debut solo exhibition of visual work.
An art exhibition confronting ruin, aftermath, and rebuilding in the Rokin club rooms.
An exhibition sharing community stories, recycled treasures and sustainable making from the neighbourhood hub.
A short live performance by comedian and theatre maker Leon Brill.
A historical presentation tracing traditional women's clothing, headwear, and customs of Volendam.
An outdoor community arts and gardening project situated on the new sand-spit development of Strandeiland.
The Dutch co-founder of the Nul movement displays his signature assemblages made from discarded mass-produced everyday objects.
A shared cabaret bill featuring sets from Robin Bleeker and Bas van der Meulen.
Annemarie Libbers facilitates an intimate creative writing and lyrical composition session.
The Dutch sculptor shows new geometric, spatial works fashioned from industrial iron and steel.
Riverside bar and restaurant on the Amstel hosting regular community drinks, food, and social events.
Musical comedy duo Anne & Bas test out their cabaret revue.
Youth theatre school students perform an original staging about growing up, time passing, and everyday routines.
The Croatian contemporary artist re-examines modernist heritage, institutional memory, and collective history through painting and display structures.
A contemporary art exhibition exploring personal, collective, and sensory representations of memory.
An intimate visual art exhibition staged inside the quirky local church venue.
A theatrical production presented on the Leidseplein stage.
Discounted entry for students at the indoor climbing and bouldering gym throughout the month.
A local networking evening and speed-dating session organised for city-centre residents.
The local amateur chamber orchestra presents a symphonic classical programme.
Progressive rock and folk-inspired singer-songwriter Anton Roolaart performs a quiet, attentive listening set.
The French artist exhibits delicate ceramic sculptures alongside drawings that blend organic shapes with architectural forms.
The Dutch comedy duo test out new material in an intimate try-out show.
A repair and craft session teaching participants how to pulp and recycle old paper into new sheets.
Artists Mia Weiner and Johnny Mae Hauser explore physical form and connection through collaborative contemporary works.
Visual artist Elise van Staveren presents work reflecting on mortality and human limits.
An intimate stand-up comedy night hosted in the cultural basement venue.
Joep Vermolen presents a short cabaret and comedy set.
An exhibition on local history reflecting on everyday village life and disrupted heritage.
An informal creative writing meetup where writers of all levels gather to work on prompts and share drafts.
A guided tour exploring the architecture, council chambers, and history of the historic town hall.
An exhibition of artwork depicting the historic defensive gates that once guarded the perimeter of Haarlem.
Swimming classes tailored for children and adults with physical disabilities or chronic conditions.
A three-day workshop exploring voice, movement, and collaborative performance techniques.
Visual artist Leroy Berger presents new work engaging with Siberian indigenous language, memory and landscape.
The Italian artist installs a project drawing on dystopian fiction, linguistic shifts, and alternative historical narratives in the gallery's project space.
A free neighbourhood fitness and gentle exercise class for women looking to stay active and meet others.
An exhibition tracing the environmental and economic histories of petroleum extraction and cotton farming.
A group contemporary exhibition exploring repetition, rhythm, and artistic revision.
Sculptor Gaston Bannier presents works at this studio and outdoor display space.
A library exhibition tracing local histories and personal memories through shared narratives.
An exhibition and performance program examining how bodies, audiences, and politics occupy both the public square and the theatrical stage.
A retrospective exhibition celebrating the life and creative output of the artist at the cultural hub named for the Dutch singer.
An exhibition spotlighting twelve community-led neighbourhood projects from across Amsterdam.
Members of the local Nieuw-West photography club present their recent observational and community work.
Founders, investors, and policymakers gather for rooftop drinks and discussion on European artificial intelligence strategy.
A two-person dialogue between painter Han Schuil and installation-focused artist Ricardo van Eyk.
Emerging artist Klaartje van Essen presents new sculptural and installation work developed during her De Ateliers residency.
The central bank showcases pieces from its corporate art collection exploring unexpected perspectives and hidden details.
A critical exhibition revisiting how social background and class privilege shape the careers and institutions of the contemporary art world.
A development programme for Zuidoost residents under 30 looking to build practical skills and professional networks.
A theatre performance exploring the aftermath and personal impact of a fateful accident.
Dutch abstract painter Paul Drissen shows geometric, collage-based paintings that balance modernist order with playful, provisional forms.
The Dutch comedian and actor, known for his fast-paced sketches and De Speld collaborations, performs his solo cabaret show.
Entrepreneurs, tech talent, and early-stage investors connect at an informal startup networking evening.
The theatre-maker presents a contemporary solo performance piece.
A gallery group show probing land, material, and ecological uncertainties through contemporary painting and sculpture.
The artist-run space presents a collaborative exhibition exploring how personal and collective trauma are held and recalled.
The project room hosts a companion contemporary installation focused on transformation and growth.
Artists Amra Khan, Naira Mushtaq, and Sehr Jalil present works exploring history, memory, and how objects outlive their original functions.
A community storytelling workshop focusing on sharing and illuminating personal narratives.
Live visuals mixed alongside the bar's rock soundtrack on the Marnixstraat canal terrace.
Prints and drawings by the Dutch artist exploring mortality and the human body, displayed in the funeral museum's cafe.
An art dealership presents works by female artists, available with trial home placements.
A dual exhibition pairing sculptural earthworks with folded textile compositions.
An exhibition of surviving drawings, crafts, and memorabilia by the two sisters from the well-known regional industrial family.
A group exhibition examining how human presence, touch, and collective memory reverberate across material objects.
Artist Beatriz Santiago Muñoz presents her observational film capturing the sensory atmosphere of a market in Port-au-Prince, Haiti.
Fraukje and Marijn present a short theatre performance.
A local librarian reads illustrated children's stories aloud during an informal drop-in session for young kids and parents.
The historic artists' society hosts an event delving into a lost or hidden art-world title.
An evening of Dutch stand-up comedy featuring an evolving lineup of established and emerging performers.
An artist-led tour exploring the exhibition through personal stories and creative insights.
A storytelling performance tracing the poignant journey of a young, courageous girl named Annetje.
Open outdoor play sessions for children at the local Erfgooiers playground.
Puerto Rican artist Beatriz Santiago Muñoz screens her experimental 16mm film examining post-military landscapes and ecological memory.
An architectural exhibition examining post-war reconstruction urbanism and its contemporary renovations in Haarlem's Parkwijk.
A professional development workshop focused on career direction and leadership strategies for women.
A musical performance and story session blending poetic storytelling with live accompaniment.
The waterfront jazz institution offers access to live-streamed concerts and an archive of past performances.
A pavement-facing window exhibition space hosts an open-ended art installation.
An evening dedicated to emerging literary talent and new debut writers, hosted by the Editio writing platform.
Short-form fringe theatre staged as part of the venue's ongoing rotation of twenty-minute performances.
A short theatrical performance staged in the intimate rooms of the Staatsliedenbuurt tapas-theatre.
A film screening highlighting the work of artist Anne Meffert at the shared community space in Noord.
The independent project space hosts a contemporary visual art exhibition.
A monthly drop-in advice session offering De Pijp residents aged 60 and over practical guidance on living independently at home.
An initiative helping residents in Amsterdam-West collaborate to lower their energy bills and make their homes more efficient.
A neighbourhood library presents an exhibition of work by the artist.
Anne Meffert performs a solo theatrical monologue.
Anne Cappendijk presents an artistic exploration of public grief rituals, commemoration and everyday losses.
The Dutch stand-up and musical comedian tests work-in-progress songs and jokes ahead of his latest theatre run.
A group show featuring works by Vincent Verhoef, Justus de Rode, and Maria Kley.
A business conference bringing together entrepreneurs, founders, and investors for keynotes, workshops, and networking.
A temporary display of contemporary art works.
A practical, hands-on workshop teaching researchers foundational data analysis and programming skills using the statistical software R.
This scheduled theatrical performance by Nadav Vissel has been cancelled.
Singer Luca Warmer's theatrical concert exploring heroics and mask-wearing has been cancelled.
Thursday 1 October
Skateboarding lessons tailored for children, hosted at the indoor skatepark and cafe.
The British indie-pop trio perform their upbeat, piano-led hits.
A free science festival aimed at children, hosted by the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences.
Part of the national science weekend, opening university laboratories and research facilities to the public through family-friendly experiments and talks.
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Drop-in divination sessions using card reading inside the canal-side museum dedicated to hermetic philosophy and free thought.
Wim Wenders directs Kōji Yakusho as a Tokyo public toilet cleaner finding poetry and routine in everyday life.
A hands-on screen printing workshop where participants can design and print their own tote bags.
The official opening night of the annual festival celebrating the talents and contributions of the Black community.
A meditative evening of acoustic resonance and overtone instruments within the acoustic space of the 19th-century church.
An open-mic stand-up night where comedians poke fun at Dutch culture and life in the Netherlands.
The Daptone Records soul singer brings his rich, classic sixties-style rhythm and blues vocals to Paradiso.
Community members take the stage to share personal, unscripted queer narratives around the storytelling center's rug.
The American-Dutch comedian and Boom Chicago veteran performs a solo stand-up show tackling national politics and expatriate life.
The French-Italian collective blends disco-house grooves, live instrumentation, and sensual electronic pop.
A creative craft workshop where participants can glaze and decorate their own stoneware beer mug.
The American-Dutch comedian and Boom Chicago alumnus brings his political stand-up set to Amstelveen.
The cunning West African and Caribbean trickster spider stars in a playful children's theatre production for ages three and up.
A gentle children's theatre production based on Pim Lammers' picture book about identity, acceptance and being who you truly are.
An exhibition opening marking half a century of Surinamese independence with art and community stories.
A monthly Thursday morning storytime and sing-along for toddlers and preschoolers at the specialist children's bookshop.
A screening of the Japanese film presented as part of the annual Camera Japan Festival.
A live music showcase and jam session bringing together emerging local hip-hop, soul, and jazz artists.
A club evening dedicated to classic and contemporary soul, funk, and R&B selections.
The indie-blues project of New York songwriter Jon Honembach blends roots, folk, and electronic textures.
The high-energy Argentine duo brings their genre-bending mix of trap, hip-hop, funk, and rock to the arena stage.
The Indian-born pianist and composer plays a set of contemporary jazz.
A vintage-tinged social evening with retro tunes and drinks in the retro living-room bar.
A panel discussion investigating how illicit finance, money laundering, and corruption operate on a global scale.
The Norwegian vocalist leads her ensemble through a set of contemporary jazz infused with soul and groove.
Majid Majidi's acclaimed 1997 Iranian drama follows a young brother and sister secretly sharing a pair of shoes in Tehran.
Chicago-born drummer Frank Rosaly convenes a versatile avant-garde ensemble featuring Tortoise guitarist Jeff Parker, multi-instrumentalist Rob Frye, and performer Ibelisse Guardia Ferragutti.
The veteran British stand-up comedian and actor, known for his offbeat, surreal storytelling, headlines the comedy night.
The Israeli comic brings his English-language stand-up show covering identity, culture, and life abroad to the IJ waterfront comedy club.
A communal night of live music, visual art, and community gathering held inside the monumental Plantage Dok complex.
The brewing collective hosts an evening of craft beer tastings and socialising.
A screening of Abdelkarim and Asma El-Fassi's documentary following the iconic Moroccan holiday journey by car packed with rooftop luggage.
An early-childhood music workshop where toddlers and their parents explore songs, rhythm, and gentle movement together.
A live Brazilian music session celebrating traditional samba, choro, and percussion.
Judith Sijp leads a musical storytelling workshop for toddlers and babies featuring picture books from Children's Book Week.
A short lecture and discussion evening exploring the culture, politics, and history of queer nightlife spaces.
The organist performs a free midday recital in the historic Begijnhof church.
A walk-in guided tour exploring stories of Odysseus through the museum's archaeological and cultural collections.
An evening of affordable community vegan food alongside queer-focused live performance art at the volunteer-run social centre.
The Ukrainian synth-pop and post-punk artist performs live on his European tour.
A club night showcasing house, techno, and electronic beats from local underground DJs.
The recurring grassroots music night presents a bill of emerging live acts.
An unscripted theatre show exploring parallel narratives and improvised character studies.
A film festival curated to present diverse perspectives and encourage audiences to encounter lives outside their own.
Four emerging bands compete in the opening round of the Zonnehuis talent competition.
Eduardo Coutinho's landmark Brazilian documentary reconstructs the interrupted filming of a peasant leader's murder following the 1964 military coup.
American jazz vocalist Rachel Gould performs intimate standards alongside pianist Sanna van Vliet and bassist Uli Glaßmann.
Lockpicking enthusiasts and curious beginners gather at the hackerspace to practice the physical security hobby.
The Dutch chamber choir sings sacred choral settings inspired by the biblical Song of Songs.
The acclaimed Dutch choir performs a programme inspired by the Song of Songs, featuring sacred and sensual choral works.
An informal evening gathering where attendees can sing along to favourite tracks over drinks.
Australian saxophonist Lachy Hamilton leads his sextet in the venue's ongoing jazz concert series.
The Brazilian singer and guitarist plays an intimate set blending folk traditions with jazz.
A live set of Brazilian and Latin sounds in an intimate neighbourhood theatre bar.
The club night celebrates nine years with an evening of Latin, afrobeat, and urban sounds.
Three contemporary visual artists show their latest work at this collective exhibition launch.
The shopping outlet hosts an evening of live entertainment, music, and extra shopping discounts.
A series of four creative craft sessions inviting locals to capture the neighborhood inside decorative boxes.
A drop-in creative workshop teaching paper-folding techniques on the university campus.
Organist Jung-A Lee performs a diverse keyboard programme spanning classical repertoire and contemporary arrangements.
An exhibition or workshop exploring the intersection of neurological research, brain function, and creative visual expression.
A guided retrospective tour exploring the social history, community struggles, and living memories of the iconic Bijlmermeer apartment complex.
A session examining the zoöp model, an organisational framework that includes non-human life in institutional decision-making.
An exclusive in-store listening session for the debut material of the south London post-punk outfit.
An informal open house gathering with resident artists, sound selectors, and visual experiments in the creative project space.
A community dinner cooked and served at the long-running Westerpark neighbourhood cultural centre.
An exhibition exploring environmental data and ecological documentation at the Hartwig Proxy project space.
A drop-in evening session offering guided meditation and mindfulness practice in the Kadampa Buddhist tradition.
A three-part hands-on workshop exploring paper-cutting and visual composition techniques at the local library.
The community library marks the launch of a dedicated collection exploring jazz history, Black culture, and heritage.
An interactive workshop focused on refining public speaking technique, stage presence, and personal storytelling.
A practical wellbeing session offering techniques and exercises to manage and alleviate workplace stress.
A guided discussion circle designed to move beyond small talk and foster meaningful connection between strangers.
A panel and discussion on digital public infrastructure, open-source alternatives, and ethical technology.
A guided philosophical dialogue based on the Socratic method, hosted at the community pavilion.
A stage performance presented at the city's municipal theater.
A paired evening of new performance works by emerging theater makers.
Storyteller Leon Giesen shares personal anecdotes, film clips, and music under his Mondo Leone project.
A gathering centered on urban renewal, architecture, and city development inside the historic maritime building.
A theatrical laboratory evening where makers test new material and performance ideas before an audience.
The Canadian-born tuba player, a member of the Netherlands Philharmonic Orchestra, performs an intimate recital for members and guests.
A theater and performance piece presented on the Bijlmer stage.
A performance dedicated to the Renaissance lute songs and melancholic airs of the Elizabethan composer.
The Amsterdam literary foundation hosts an evening of readings, conversations, and author interviews.
The Dutch artist presents a one-off solo performance or talk.
A cabaret-style evening of cheeky variety, comedy, and theatrical entertainment.
A stage production takes the intimate theater space in Oud-Zuid.
The American fingerstyle guitarist, composer, and singer performs his blend of folk, ragtime, and blues.
The Dutch jazz vocalist and composer performs her nuanced, classic vocal arrangements.
Electronic club collectives team up for a late-night party running across house, techno, and melodic club music.
The club night brings an upbeat mix of house, disco, and dance tracks to the basement.
A seated listening session inviting audiences to experience music with focused attention in an intimate industrial setting.
A ten-week practical course covering the fundamentals of sketching and painting human figures from life models.
Hear directly from the creator behind the urban design project exploring sidewalks and neighbourhood life.
Wil van der Meer presents an intimate tribute to the beloved Dutch writer and lyricist Annie M.G. Schmidt.
Community clinic appointments offering traditional acupuncture and cupping therapy.
A professional workshop exploring strategies to work more effectively and make better use of your strengths.
A nostalgic dance party bringing older residents together to move to classic hits and ballroom records in a cozy living-room atmosphere.
A group Nordic walking session through Amsterdam-Noord's central park.
A community writing course offering guidance and exercises for participants looking to develop their creative writing skills.
An independent festival combining political theater, poetry, and debate at the intimate activist performance venue.
A professional workshop focusing on developing and deploying customized artificial intelligence tools for business operations.
A practical workshop covering essential personal development and daily life management strategies at the public library.
A collaborative brainstorm and planning session preparing events and programming for the annual anti-racism week.
A weekly communal dinner hosted for members and guests at the artists' society clubhouse.
A quiet group session dedicated to mindfulness and guided relaxation practice.
Neighbours bring broken household goods and small electronics to be fixed alongside local volunteer fixers.
An informal Russian- and Ukrainian-language tea evening and social gathering for conversation and meeting new people.
A relaxed listening session highlighting music or spoken-word selections.
Urban planners, ecologists and residents gather to discuss radical strategies for expanding green spaces, biodiversity and climate resilience across the capital.
An eclectic live music evening featuring local experimental ensemble Oktopedians.
A performance exploring neglected contemporary and classical pieces composed for the solo tuba.
The Dutch cabaret duo blends witty songwriting, tight vocal harmonies, and narrative comedy.
A panel discussion addressing the ongoing civil war in Sudan, its humanitarian catastrophe and the international community's response.
A touring theatrical performance exploring solitude and family ties takes the stage.
The concluding showcase where student teams present the conversational AI prototypes developed during their collaborative hackathon.
Huibert-Jan van Roest presents his intimate solo theater show in the pocket-sized theater.
A weekly community lunch in De Pijp serving toasties, homemade soup, and a place to meet neighbours.
A research symposium reflecting on a year of operating as a Zoöp, examining multispecies governance and urban wildlife in the park.
Students and researchers collaborate over an intensive coding weekend to build practical chat tools and AI-driven language applications.
The international school launches its new visual arts academy with an inaugural celebration in Rotterdam.
A community-focused afternoon of practical workshops and discussions aimed at personal development and career planning.
A guided reading and conversation circle designed to bring older adults together over short stories and poetry.
Scholars engage in public debate comparing philosophical reasoning with religious belief and modern theological questions.
An open weekly surgery with the local community police officer and municipal neighbourhood team.
A shared reading session where participants listen to a story and poem read aloud, pausing to discuss thoughts and feelings.
The artist presents new work developed during a residency at the artist-run compound.
A professional development workshop focusing on workplace policies and practices that support female employees' health and wellbeing.
An open day offering consultations, fitness advice, and nutrition tips with certified weight management coaches.
Digital startups and scale-ups pitch their businesses to prospective investors at the World Trade Center.
A discounted food or drink offer at the neighbourhood café and bar in Amsterdam Oost.
A mutual aid and legal support drop-in hour held at the historic anarchist social centre.
A literary discussion examining the life, nationalistic poetry and legacy of nineteenth-century Dutch writer Hendrik Tollens.
A panel discussion addressing fair pay, ethical working conditions, and labor standards within the Dutch creative and cultural sector.
An academic symposium examining how social and cultural norms evolve, drawing on insights across the humanities and sciences.
A walk-in consultation hour where local residents can ask the neighbourhood broker questions and raise community issues.
The candidate defends their doctoral dissertation in particle or astroparticle physics before a committee of academic peers.
A networking gathering for current students and graduates of the university's econometrics and operations research programmes.
A neighbourhood meeting presenting future development and repurposing plans for the building.
The landmark survey brings together the Japanese artist's signature polka dots, Infinity Mirror Rooms, and monumental soft sculptures.
Lie down on mats beneath the glass roof of the maritime museum to hear live music by candlelight.
The orchestra marks Christmas Day with its traditional afternoon concert under its future chief conductor.
The monthly open-air design market brings makers, artists and food stalls to the museum lawns.
The Scottish soul and R&B singer brings her powerhouse vocals and anthemic pop catalogue to Amsterdam.
An interactive science and technology exhibition focusing on the history, physics, and programming behind video games.
Stalls selling artisanal produce, hot food and handmade goods rotate through the city's parks on Sundays.
The science museum's hands-on floor lets visitors experiment with everyday engineering, household technology, and clean energy.
The orchestra's incoming chief conductor leads a symphonic pairing of Mozart and Tchaikovsky.
Audiences bring blankets and lie flat underneath the glass courtyard canopy to listen to live classical music.
A major retrospective by the renowned photographer known for monumental landscapes, portraits and atmospheric explorations of human impact.
Over 150 monumental street art murals, painted on-site by international artists, fill a former shipyard warehouse.
Citywide arts festival staging performances, tours, and special events across various participating Amsterdam museums.
The annual multidisciplinary festival celebrates Japanese cinema alongside visual arts, music, and food culture.
An exhibition showing the commercial textile patterns, garments, and decorative fabrics designed by the pop artist in the 1950s and 1960s.
The street art museum hosts an exhibition celebrating urban contemporary artists and graffiti culture.
A relaxed, sensory concert format introducing classical sounds and rhythms to babies up to 18 months old.
A live symphonic orchestra performs the memorable fantasy themes and attraction soundtracks from the Dutch theme park.
Hands-on workshops, games, and maritime activities designed for children and families.
An exhibition for children featuring the intricate, detail-rich illustrations of Dutch picture-book maker Charlotte Dematons.
An interactive family exhibition where visitors consult the wise raven to explore themes of nature and human connection across cultures.
A hands-on music-making workshop where kids and parents experiment with unique electronic and acoustic instruments.
An animated digital installation bringing Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's classic novella and its philosophical meditations on life to light.
Dance event pioneers ID&T present a sensory labyrinth of light, sound, and interactive technology in the Elementenstraat warehouse.
An exhibition showcasing the pop artist's commercial textile designs from the 1950s and 1960s before his rise to fame.
A guided twilight nature walk for children to spot nocturnal wildlife and dusk-hunting animals.
The Houston-born stand-up comedian and storyteller, known for his viral specials and prison-memoir routines, performs live.
A Dutch-spoken lecture and concert delving into the rich classical and folk-influenced heritage of Armenian composers.
Local independent makers, designers, and craftspeople sell handmade wares inside the former tram depot.
Direct conversations and oral histories shared with survivors of the Holocaust.
The festival organisers stage a walkthrough experience using lasers, lights, and electronic soundscapes across several rooms.
Local designers, craftspeople, and food vendors set up stalls on Museumplein, running a week early to avoid marathon road closures.
Original stencils, screen prints, and authenticated indoor works by the elusive Bristol street artist are on permanent display.
A weekend market offering vintage furniture, design pieces, curiosities, and decorative objects in the historic market hall.
The painter's former home displays etching and drawing techniques to show how Rembrandt pushed the boundaries of his craft.
A multimedia showcase combining digital projections and photography to explore the life and art of the Mexican painter.
The Dutch-Ghanaian hip-hop and soul artist leads an accessible jazz-groove performance designed for families and young children.
The photographer presents vivid, stylised portraits celebrating the fashion and contemporary identity of people from Xinjiang.
The energetic Dutch comedian returns to the stage with his high-paced, family-friendly stand-up show.
STRAAT explores the fundamental visual elements of graffiti culture, from lettering and tags to rhythm and line work.
Morning yoga session held surrounded by Vincent van Gogh's masterworks.
A family exhibition exploring magic, illusions and ritual in Jewish culture and folklore.
The city archives present an updated historical canon surveying key episodes and figures across Amsterdam's 750-year history.
The powerhouse American tenor saxophonist leads a heavyweight rhythm section featuring bassist Matt Brewer and drummer Kendrick Scott.
Popular children's musician Dirk Scheele leads songs and movement games based on the famous orange cartoon cat.
The British genre-blending electronic producer performs alongside contemporary Dutch media artist Boris Acket's kinetic light installation.
An immersive digital experience that recreates the streets and canals of seventeenth-century Amsterdam.
The Estonian conductor leads the Swiss orchestra through Mahler's turbulent and tragic Sixth Symphony.
A practical painting and drawing class focused on composition, colour and expressive brushwork inspired by Vincent van Gogh.
Sculptures by the Dutch modernist, known for his stark geometric forms in steel, leather, and found materials, are installed across the museum's open-air grounds.
The celebrated Dutch recorder virtuoso performs alongside the period-instrument orchestra.
The island fortress examines the psychological and physical experience of isolated military life through historical documents and interactive displays.
A gentle, sensory theatrical performance designed specifically for toddlers and babies.
The idiosyncratic Croatian pianist performs Chopin's lyrical second concerto alongside Mozart's dramatic G-minor symphony.
Four fixtures of Dutch jazz and improvised music come together for an unscripted Bimhuis set.
Outdoor art route placing site-specific sculptures and installations along the walking paths of the Amsterdamse Bos.
The contemporary Spanish-Dutch painter presents new works in dialogue with Francisco de Goya's iconic etchings, Los Disparates.
Renowned chamber choir Cappella Amsterdam sings the intricate, spiritually charged motets of J.S. Bach.
A behind-the-scenes guided tour through the costume departments, stages, and rehearsal halls of the opera house.
Crate-digging market inside the covered passage of De Hallen, featuring independent record vendors selling vinyl across multiple genres.
Amsterdam's chamber orchestra marks the festive season with a programme of seasonal classical works.
Mozart's comic singspiel about backstage theatrical rivalries is performed using traditional wooden marionettes.
Outdoor cooking activities for children using fresh produce harvested directly from the site.
Contemporary dance, theatre, and music by African makers explore themes of land, roots, and belonging under this year's Soil | Soul theme.
The annual performing arts festival presents contemporary dance, theatre and music from artists across the African continent and diaspora.
The multidisciplinary performing arts festival brings contemporary theater, dance, music, and spoken word from across the African continent and its diaspora.
Alan J. Pakula's gripping 1976 political thriller stars Robert Redford and Dustin Hoffman as the Washington Post reporters who broke the Watergate scandal.
The private museum showcases street works, prints, and stencils by the elusive British artist.
Learn the fundamentals of silkscreening and print your own custom design onto t-shirts in this hands-on studio session.
Visitors on the fortress island can observe licensed ornithologists capturing, measuring, and banding wild birds for ongoing scientific research.
A brief, family-friendly Dutch-language opera performance staged on the platform of an Amsterdam metro station.
The idiosyncratic Dutch jazz guitarist and composer plays an intimate set in the historic former stock exchange.
A broad survey of modern and contemporary art, design, and photography from the museum's permanent holdings.
Illusionist Rico Weeland stages an intimate evening of magic, mentalism, and storytelling.
Interactive light and digital installations invite visitors into responsive, mirror-filled rooms.
Stanley Kubrick's razor-sharp Cold War satire follows a frantic bid to stop an unhinged US general from triggering nuclear armageddon.
The presentation examines clothing from 1640 to 1930 that bears physical signs of wear, tailoring, mending, and daily life.
An outdoor and community exhibition presented in collaboration with Middle East Archive, a digital platform documenting everyday life and visual culture across the region.
Take a behind-the-scenes look at the concert hall's architecture and acoustics before attending the free midday performance.
A retrospective dedicated to the influential Indonesian-Dutch industrial and interior designer best known for designing Schiphol Airport's original interiors.
Heather Lenz's 2018 documentary traces the life and career of Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, from conservative post-war Japan to global contemporary stardom.
The veteran Dutch festival organizer hosts its multi-day series of house and techno events for Amsterdam Dance Event.
Visitors sketch inside the Royal Palace on Dam Square as part of the nationwide drawing month.
The Australian author of the bestselling Nevermoor fantasy series appears in conversation with Kirsten König.
Children can drop in to create their own artworks inspired by the museum's collection and exhibitions.
An exhibition celebrating early trailblazers and foundational works in digital and video installation art.
An exhibition tracing decades of LGBTQIA+ community life, activism, pride celebrations, and resilience across Amsterdam.
An outdoor photography exhibition in Amsterdam West presented by Foam and the digital storytelling platform Middle East Archive.
The long-running ensemble mixes fast-paced improv games, sketches, and video comedy sparked by audience suggestions.
The exhibition examines the global supply chains of cocoa, sugar, and palm oil behind the beloved Dutch breakfast staple.
The Dutch fashion designer and artist known for colorful, subversive textiles and dolls presents an installation celebrating individuality.
Studio Ghibli's beloved 1995 animated coming-of-age drama follows a bookish schoolgirl in Tokyo who dreams of becoming a writer.
A guided look inside the striking Amsterdam School landmark, paired with drinks or food in the grand hotel.
The orchestra plays a seasonal programme of celebratory symphonic pieces for the holidays.
Curated screenings highlighting iconic films, cult favourites, and indie classics from the 1990s.
A specialist tour through the world's oldest functioning Jewish library, housed in the Portuguese Synagogue complex.
Sightseeing boats navigate the moat and outer waterways surrounding the star-shaped fortress town.
Creative, hands-on craft and play activities for children aged five and up.
An exhibition featuring the Congolese artists' cooperative CATPC, exploring post-colonial ecology, labour, and restitution.
An intimate, pop-up live jazz session showcasing local musicians inside the 19th-century church.
A guided tasting session exploring the culinary customs and flavours of the Dutch Renaissance in the castle grounds.
The contemporary art museum's basement level hosts large-scale room projections, light works, and screen-based installations.
Screenings of documentaries, concert films, and cinematic features focused on musical artists and subcultures.
Vocalists Lilian Vieira, Ana Beck, and Viviani Godoy gather around the table for an authentic Brazilian roda de samba session.
The Dutch ensemble presents its annual interpretation of Handel's celebrated choral masterwork.
The historical island fortress examines the physical and psychological toll of prolonged isolation on soldiers stationed there.
Close-up magicians perform sleight of hand right at the tables in a casual pub setting.
The acclaimed Dutch children's book illustrator exhibits her intricately detailed drawings.
Portuguese fado singer LINA_ collaborates with Spanish jazz pianist Marco Mezquida in a modern reinterpretation of traditional Iberian songs.
Sightseeing boat cruises along the scenic Vecht river past historic estates and tea houses.
Historical reenactors demonstrate traditional musket-firing and military drills inside the Naarden fortress museum.
Exhibition dedicated to the people, history, and traditions of Amsterdam's landmark seventeenth-century Portuguese Synagogue.
Ornithologists demonstrate the process of catching, ringing, and releasing migratory birds stopping over on the fortress island.
The Netherlands Bach Society performs contemplative early music for All Souls' Day in the historic church.
Forest biologist Nico leads a guided nature walk through the Amsterdamse Bos.
Recorder virtuoso Lucie Horsch joins cellist Nicolas Altstaedt and lutenist Thomas Dunford for baroque and early music.
The American artist examines identity, gender, and celebrity culture through self-portraiture that mimics glossy fashion shoots and consumer advertising.
A family weekend of puppet theatre designed to stimulate the senses of young audiences.
Felix Meritis hosts live performances exploring modern electronic music from Brazil as part of the annual festival.
Toddlers and young children get free-jumping access to the trampolines during a session tailored for little ones.
The exhibition highlights textile designs and fabric works created by artists linked to the mid-century avant-garde Cobra movement.
A long-running Sunday afternoon tradition of live jazz sessions in a classic literary café on the canal.
A Sinterklaas musical theatre performance tailored for toddlers aged two and up.
An open creative workshop in the museum where visitors experiment with spontaneous painting and mixed media in the CoBrA spirit.
A hands-on workshop guiding participants through traditional cold-process soapmaking using natural ingredients.
A dedicated cinema programme spotlighting seminal films from the 1990s.
A retrospective examining the turbulent life and intensely emotional, colourful paintings of the Dutch modern expressionist.
A hands-on workshop introducing the textiles, dressing traditions and etiquette of the Japanese kimono.
Musicians gather around a table to play acoustic Brazilian samba in the traditional roda circle format.
A self-guided or organised walking route exploring the historic ramparts, castle and waterways of the fortified town.
An indoor jump session on connected trampolines and obstacle courses.
The Mexican underground techno imprint takes over the club for a collaborative label showcase.
Professional artists set up stalls on the Spui square every Sunday to sell paintings, prints, and ceramics directly to passersby.
A guided bicycle ride along city canals and neighbourhood streets covering local history and architecture.
Graduating second-year resident artists from the prestigious post-academic institute exhibit their work in the historic Ateliers building.
Two master Italian pianists share the bench for four-hands works on the venue's concert grand.
Showcase spotlighting cutting-edge graduate collections from the Netherlands' top fashion academy alumni.
An interactive, multi-sensory tour of the museum designed specifically for blind and visually impaired visitors.
An evening of personal narratives and performances centring LGBTQ+ experiences and voices.
The restaurant serves a surprise multi-course tasting menu decided entirely by the kitchen, without an à la carte option.
The museum investigates the origins, artist, and identity of the sitter in an enigmatic Golden Age portrait.
A theatrical piece exploring toxic masculinity and modern misogyny through the prism of online influencer Andrew Tate.
A practical culinary class covering milk curdling, pressing and the fundamentals of home cheesemaking.
A children's treasure hunt weaving through the bookshelves as part of the annual national Children's Book Week celebrations.
Organ and classical musicians give daytime performances beneath the vaulted ceiling of the historic canal-side church.
The veteran Japanese jazz pianist leads his dynamic new trio.
A small-group salon boat tour departs from the five-star hotel along the Amstel river.
Performance artist Ahilan Ratnamohan uses soccer choreography to examine ambition, migration, and the corporate branding of sport.
The acclaimed French soprano saxophonist leads his boundary-pushing contemporary jazz quartet.
Display of the freshly conserved sixteenth-century altarpiece depicting the descent from the cross in the attic church.
A guided backstage look through the auditoriums, workshops, and history of the city's municipal theatre.
The historic castle estate showcases its botanical gardens and grounds in seasonal bloom.
A documentary exploring the legendary Afrofuturist jazz pioneer's deep connection to his Alabama hometown.
A hands-on ceramics class teaching throwing and shaping clay on the potter's wheel.
The fashion platform marks two decades of championing top graduates from Dutch fashion academies with a retrospective showcase.
The Dutch fashion photographer presents two decades of imagery documenting the standout graduation show for rising designers.
Free outdoor group fitness classes running weekly along the green strip on De Boelelaan in collaboration with the Vrije Universiteit.
Large-scale sculptures by the influential Dutch constructivist and modernist are placed throughout the museum's outdoor grounds.
Instructors teach basic clay shaping and texturing techniques to help you sculpt an object, figure, or abstract form.
Nicolas Winding Refn's stylish 2011 neo-noir thriller stars Ryan Gosling as a quiet Hollywood stunt driver who moonlights as a getaway driver.
An informal board game meetup designed to help Dutch language learners practice their speaking skills while playing games.
A free language workshop and informal café where learners practice spoken Dutch together in a relaxed setting.
An introductory walkthrough of the photography museum's current exhibitions led by an in-house guide.
A hands-on creative workshop where children and their parents experiment with making art together.
Sunday night karaoke at the longstanding queer and drag bar near Rembrandtplein.
An informal conversation circle where Dutch learners of all levels chat over coffee to build their everyday speaking confidence.
Practice Dutch, English, Spanish, and other languages over drinks in an informal mixer.
NDSM Treehouse resident musicians present an intimate live performance paired with food and drinks.
An immersive science-fiction theatre performance exploring urban futures in space.
Melkweg Cinema screens feature-length documentaries and concert films spotlighting iconic musicians, subcultures, and music history.
An exhibition exploring the complex debates, ethics and practices surrounding the restitution of colonial-era heritage items.
Tour the historic municipal theatre on Leidseplein, going backstage to visit the dressing rooms and wings.
A thematic walkthrough exploring the collection and modern art history through LGBTQIA+ perspectives.
Taxidermy duo Sinke & Van Tongeren present their theatrical, Old Master-inspired arrangements of exotic preserved birds and animals.
Dolly Parton and Burt Reynolds star in the 1982 musical comedy about a legendary Texas brothel under threat from a television evangelist.
John Carpenter's satirical 1988 sci-fi action film stars 'Rowdy' Roddy Piper as a drifter who discovers aliens are controlling humanity through subliminal media.
A triple-bill dance programme presenting three choreographies centred on embodiment, heritage, and physical grounding.
The French string quartet, celebrated for their Russian repertoire, performs works by Weinberg, Prokofiev, and Beethoven.
The museum displays patterned skirts and wearable textiles designed by key painters and sculptors of the post-war CoBrA movement.
The celebrated British tenor and his longtime collaborative pianist perform nineteenth-century lieder by Wolf and Schubert.
A hands-on craft session covering the practical techniques, ingredients, and chemistry needed to create natural bar soaps.
A children's theatre performance designed for toddlers and young kids at the boutique puppet and story theatre.
An open-air secondhand market selling pre-loved clothes, homeware, and garden finds.
The grassroots archive presents perspectives on colonial history, resistance, and grassroots solidarity movements across the Dutch empire and beyond.
Actors spin an improvised theatrical story using audience suggestions to explore a chosen genre.
The Norwegian acoustic trio plays their warm, melodic mix of Nordic jazz and folk.
A screening of the documentary charting the pioneering Washington D.C. independent soul, jazz, and go-go record label Black Fire.
A practical textile workshop teaching mending, customisation, and redesign techniques to revamp old garments.
A creative studio session exploring how everyday chairs can capture a sitter's character, taking cues from Van Gogh’s depictions of his own seat.
A queer club night focused on upbeat pop tracks and electronic dance anthems in the Houthavens.
A hands-on introduction to linocut printmaking, from carving blocks to pulling prints on paper.
Children aged eight and up can explore coniferous tree species from around the globe across the botanical garden.
The Danish bassist presents his forward-looking acoustic piano trio featuring pianist Xavi Torres and drummer Naíma Acuña.
The Czech mezzo-soprano and Scottish pianist present a programme of central European art songs.
Music journalist Edgar Kruize explores Prince's prolific artistic ties, concerts, and legacy across the Netherlands.
Audience seating for the recording of Eva Jinek's current affairs talkshow at De Hallen.
Interactive play and sensory learning activities designed for young children.
An outdoor nature scavenger trail for families featuring animal sculptures and tasks along the path.
Magician Rico Weeland performs close-up sleight of hand right in front of the audience.
The American stand-up comic brings his solo show to the comedy club for an extra performance.
Dutch-Kurdish singer Naaz shares an intimate triple bill with Italian jazz vocalist Marta Arpini and indie act LifeLoan.
An architectural model exhibition exploring the extensive future urban development plans for Amsterdam's northern docklands.
A special tour and discussion exploring Andy Warhol's life, art, and enduring cultural impact through an LGBTQ+ lens.
The adventurous, fast-moving Dutch street orchestra brings its autumn programme indoors to Amsterdam-Noord.
An exhibition exploring gender transformation, performance, and shifting bodily identity through archaeological artefacts and contemporary culture.
An interactive exhibition space exploring archaeological discovery, material culture, and how finds are catalogued.
A traditional puppet theatre performance for young children.
The national broadcast choir tackles Rossini's 1841 setting of the traditional Stabat Mater hymn.
Ceramicist Anita Kluge leads a hands-on clay modelling workshop blending craft and storytelling.
Theatre Rotterdam and Nastaran Razawi Khorasani stage a theatrical meditation on protest and connection.
An exhibition examining how contemporary artists combine photography with collage techniques to construct alternative narratives.
The Dutch baritone joins forces with two leading pianists for a crossover programme moving from French chanson to American standards.
A hands-on craft session teaching basic techniques to design and assemble personal jewellery.
Exhibition of photography by the Dutch-Uruguayan artist known for her portraits exploring gender, identity, and memory.
The visual artist presents installations and performances reflecting on post-colonial history, identity and Caribbean heritage.
An exhibition exploring the legacy and innovations of the nineteenth-century Dutch cocoa and chocolate manufacturer.
An interactive audio-visual walking tour around Amsterdam East designed for children aged seven and up.
A lively cultural showcase bringing together emerging musical acts and creative performances.
A self-guided walking route detailing maritime history and architectural landmarks around the Oosterdok docklands.
The Dutch-American comic headlines an evening of observational stand-up.
A guided walk exploring the plant collections and seasonal highlights of the botanical garden.
Students from Berlin's Ernst Busch Academy present Mike Bartlett's workplace satire Contractions.
Photography exhibition exploring personal reflections, tributes, and diverse cultural perspectives on mortality.
A theatrical concert for children aged eight and up, written and performed by Kelly van Kempen and Kelvin Allison.
An exhibition at the museum of funeral culture exploring the relationship between traffic, transit and mortality.
A multi-course dinner highlighting autumn produce and locally sourced seasonal ingredients.
Creative Coding Amsterdam hosts an introduction to making pixel art and retro games with the PICO-8 virtual machine.
An exhibition exploring the intersection of Lutheran faith, openness, and queer community history in Amsterdam.
The central library hosts an exhibition celebrating the history, milestones, and activists of the local LGBTQ+ movement.
Hands-on clay modelling workshop guiding participants through basic sculpting and shaping techniques.
A playful family afternoon combining casual games of bingo with food and entertainment.
Musicians from the resident orchestra step out into smaller chamber formations for a Hungarian-themed programme.
Amsterdams Allooi leads a festive communal sing-along of holiday classics in the intimate canal-side theatre.
An evening devoted to fresh oysters and paired drinks at the hotel's bar.
The University of Amsterdam’s archaeology museum displays ancient glassware from Roman, Egyptian, and Mediterranean collections.
A guided walk from the historic Red Light District house highlighting influential women in the city's social history.
The town square fills with stalls offering fresh produce, cheese, fish, clothes and household wares.
The Dutch designer displays playful sculptures and everyday design objects repurposed from obsolete collectables and materials.
The rising Scandinavian string quartet takes on Schubert's famously intense chamber masterwork.
Gunther von Hagens's exhibition of plastinated human bodies, focusing on the anatomical science of happiness and wellbeing.
The Dutch-Brazilian net artist, known for using websites as canvases, presents his book-based and printed projects.
Nine contemporary artists of Moluccan descent examine their roots, shared heritage and cultural identity through varied media.
An immersive audiovisual screening pairing the British band's music with large-format digital visuals projected across walls and floors.
An exhibition exploring the movement, culture and sensory experience of swimming through contemporary art.
An art exhibition exploring modern self-representation and collective belonging in the converted NDSM shipyard.
A contemporary drama following an estranged father and son clashing in rural Greece amid encroaching industrial interests.
The Dutch textile artist is internationally acclaimed for her tactile wool felt works dyed with heritage plants she cultivates herself.
Photographer Tomás Mauro presents a participatory project connecting strangers through portraits and written notes.
An exhibition exploring the history and lived experiences of the Moluccan community in Amsterdam seventy-five years after their arrival in the Netherlands.
A live set of cabaret, theater, or song in the venue's intimate tapassalon.
A community theatre performance using framing and imagery to explore personal stories in an uplifting narrative format.
An open-air photography exhibition displayed along the boulevard at the Sloterplas.
A collaborative anniversary celebration bringing together electronic music, live performances, and community arts.
A theatrical adaptation of Henrik Ibsen's classic domestic tragedy exploring family secrets and inherited guilt.
The university heritage museum displays ancient glassware alongside recent research into classical glassmaking techniques.
A group presentation featuring work by established names of modern and street-influenced art.
The museum surveys the intense, psychological canvases and watercolours of the Dutch Expressionist painter.
The renowned South African visual activist presents photographic portraits documenting Black LGBTQIA+ communities.
A retrospective survey dedicated to the Dutch artist best known for his minimalist wire sculptures, drawings, and luminous cityscape silhouettes.
The sustainable Amsterdam fashion house hosts a temporary boutique featuring its latest collection alongside discounted archival pieces.
Experimental ensemble Jam With Humans stages an evening of interactive music and improvisation inside an independent bookshop.
The emerging photographer presents work examining memory, personal archives and unseen perspectives of family life.
Local performers, musicians, and comedians take the stage for short sets at this West neighbourhood arts venue.
A retrospective examining the foundational 1970s and 80s work of the seminal Dutch video-art distribution and research platform.
An immersive digital light and projection experience that surrounds visitors with life-sized prehistoric creatures in their ancient habitats.
Artist Miquel Hervás Gómez leads a hands-on workshop transforming publication waste into fresh handmade sheets of paper.
The emerging Austrian string quartet performs as part of the European Concert Hall Organisation's emerging talent showcase.
A guided walking tour through the modernist sanatorium complex designed by Jan Duiker in Hilversum.
A behind-the-scenes guided tour through the concert halls, backstage areas, and modern architecture of the waterfront music venue.
The annual showcase exhibition spotlights standout graduation work by newly emerging artists from Dutch art academies.
The Dutch pioneer of internet art presents digital works examining how computational materials interact with physical space.
Portraits and personal histories chronicling the community surrounding Amsterdam's Portuguese Synagogue.
Children follow clues through the library in a themed treasure hunt marking Dutch Children's Book Week.
An archival photo display tracing the history of Amsterdam's Pride demonstrations and queer activism.
A mixed-media showcase in the shipyard warehouse investigating aquatic movement and bodily immersion.
A personal storytelling session recounting experiences and legacies connected to the Holocaust.
Choir director Hans Veldhuizen leads a communal singing session dedicated to classic and modern cinematic scores.
An outdoor sculpture garden exhibiting contemporary three-dimensional artworks amidst landscaped grounds.
Artists in the NDSM shipyard explore self-portraiture, digital image manipulation, and narcissism in modern culture.
Practical studio session introducing ceramic glazing techniques, finishes, and colour application for pottery.
A deep-dive recital focused on Beethoven's dazzling and technically demanding Opus 53 piano sonata.
The Dutch comedian, presenter and online personality previews her solo cabaret performance.
Textile artist Claudy Jongstra pairs her signature felted, raw wool pieces with works by guest artists exploring sustainable material processes.
French-born comedian Maeva Dolle brings her comedy to the stage.
A nostalgic, travelling dance party designed primarily for older adults, featuring classic ballroom and pop hits.
The Swedish metalcore band screen a visual companion film to accompany their music.
Guided tours exploring the city archives and the monumental 1920s architecture of the former bank building on Vijzelstraat.
Guided walks around the historic country estate in Heemstede, where botanist Carl Linnaeus once worked as court physician and garden director.
The Dutch jazz trio reinterprets Beethoven's classical repertoire through modern jazz arrangements.
A guided walking and sketching excursion exploring the surrounding streets with drawing materials in hand.
A tactile scale model allows visitors to experience the architecture of the waterfront and the Arcam building through touch.
A community creative making session hosted at the contemporary art space in Amsterdam-Noord.
An exhibition showcasing contemporary visual art and cross-disciplinary projects from the Low Countries.
A night of live music and party sounds at the waterside venue in Amsterdam-Noord.
The international piano trio pairs classic Romantic works with twentieth-century chamber music by Rebecca Clarke.
A session exploring drawing, movement and improvised visual art.
Contemporary artists explore selfhood and belonging in a collaborative group exhibition.
An exhibition dedicated to the mid-century rescue and reconstruction of historic wooden windmills and houses along the Zaan.
Retrospective covering the long career of the celebrated Haarlem painter known for his atmospheric still lifes and studio interiors.
A public showing of an art collection housed inside the former mint depository.
The celebrated Dutch sculptor shows expressive works crafted from handblown glass, textile, and ceramics.
A live classical concert showcasing a selection of chamber music works.
A guided walk through the photography museum's temporary exhibition inside its canal house galleries.
An evening of mystery and theatrical storytelling at the foodbar venue.
An exhibition at the museum of Lutheran history exploring the heritage and resilience of the queer community.
The Amsterdams Kleinkunst Festival hosts an intimate cabaret and literary stage night named in honour of Ramses Shaffy.
An interdisciplinary afternoon exploring art publications and cinema at the canal-house art space.
The German-French pianist performs a solo recital of core classical piano works.
Interactive community project exchanging handwritten postcards with library visitors to explore social connections.
Participants in a four-day training demonstrate and playtest prototype serious games designed to explore urban planning and civic challenges.
A gathering of regional blues musicians for an evening of live sets in Zaandam.
The British artist shows her distinctive hand-drawn textiles and figurative work confronting personal and societal grief.
The Amsterdam-based jazz guitarist and composer performs a live set with his ensemble.
A showcase exploring micro-housing, modular design, and efficient urban living solutions at Haarlem's architecture centre.
A visual arts exhibition spotlighting local creative talent and community stories.
Solo theatre and cabaret performance by Leon Brill at the casual dining and performance venue.
Theatre maker Sarah Jonker presents a physical, messy performance piece.
The Dutch painter and illustrator displays works celebrating female bodies, desire, and bodily vulnerability through soft, vibrant color.
An exhibition exploring the modernist architecture and legacy of Willem Marinus Dudok.
The Dutch artist, a co-founder of the Nul movement, is celebrated for his serial assemblages of found and discarded everyday objects.
Theater Bellevue stages a long-running theatrical production.
An exhibition exploring life and permanence through printmaking and graphic arts.
An exhibition reflecting on family, memory loss, and grief at the national museum dedicated to funeral heritage.
An exhibition considering the intersection of natural ecology and human epochs at the NDSM-based art space.
The Dutch artist displays whimsical ceramic creatures and eccentric character sculptures.
Neo-classical composer Eric Christian and concert pianist Nino Gvetadze perform an evening of ambient and classical piano works.
An art installation probing the fraught and porous boundary between natural environments and human culture.
A stand-up comedy showcase featuring a lineup of Dutch-language comedians.
An open participatory singing gathering held at the Jordaan neighbourhood theatre cafe.
The Dutch comedian and impressionist tests out material for her solo theatre show.
An exhibition focusing on the post-war Dutch avant-garde collective that united artists and architects in search of new functional forms.
A guided public nature walk through the heathland and protected wetland reserve near Hilversum.
Community repair event where volunteers help fix broken household appliances, clothing, electronics, and bicycles.
View a private collection of paintings, sculptures, and etchings housed in a historic building beside the Munttoren.
The live outfit delivers an evening of rock, funk, and blues covers at the long-running live music bar.
A display of freestyle brushwork on Chinese rice paper, exploring dynamic floral forms and vivid color.
The Dutch-Uruguayan photographer shows portraits exploring identity, gender and cultural belonging in the museum's project space.
The Egyptian-French artist presents playful conceptual works examining language, diplomacy, and bureaucratic rituals.
Take a self-guided 90-minute walking route exploring the history and architecture around the Oosterdok basin.
The Dutch fine art photographer presents contemplative black-and-white prints examining emotional resonance, ageing, and natural transition.
An exhibition exploring personal roots, collective memory, and future visions through contemporary art and research.
A photography and art exhibition exploring local urban stories and community life around the park and neighbourhood.
An art exhibition exploring natural and urban environments through varied creative perspectives in the historic wooden church.
Resident artists, artisans, and makers from the Zaandam creative hub exhibit their latest collaborative work.
The improvising ensemble performs a live set blending free jazz and theatrical elements to launch their new record.
Borrowing Orwell's Animal Farm maxim, this group exhibition gathers contemporary work addressing power structures and human-nonhuman hierarchies.
An exhibition exploring shared histories of freedom and anti-colonial struggle across Suriname, the Antilles, and Indonesia.
The Copenhagen-based artist plays melancholic, collage-like pop pieces built from his 2024 debut on Posh Isolation.
An outdoor high-intensity interval training session designed to build strength and cardiovascular fitness in the forest.
French painter Lou Ros and South Korean artist Sanghyuk Kim present expressive mixed-media paintings and figurative works.
An interactive photography exhibition exploring personal identity and solitude through images and visitor participation.
Dutch trumpeter Suzan Veneman leads a quartet drawn from Amsterdam's contemporary jazz circuit.
Explore the long career of the Haarlem painter and watercolourist through works preserved from his studio on the Spaarne.
A film screening inside the casual cafe-restaurant in the Houthavens.
Marinka Reuten shows subtle, atmospheric works evoking dappled sunlight filtering through trees.
The Dutch comedy collective returns to the stage with their dark, character-driven cabaret sketches.
A live intimate performance presented at the boutique theater and tapas venue.
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A short, close-up live music or theater act in the venue's vintage salon setting.
The Dutch ceramic artist displays his imaginative, brightly colored sculptural creatures.
Koentact opens its doors for free trial lessons, language level assessments, and an introduction to its teaching methods.
Robert Zandvliet showcases large-scale paintings inspired by historical concepts of the Persian garden.
A social Sunday afternoon tea dance featuring classic swing, pop, and ballroom tunes.
The German painter presents atmospheric, layered landscapes that blur the line between real wilderness and internal psychological spaces.
The gallery devoted to outsider, neurodivergent, and non-normative artists presents a collaborative mixed-media exhibition.
The Beijing-born visual artist and designer exhibits work engaging with physical exercise, discipline, and historical iconography.
Dutch artist Ineke Oostveen presents personal figurative work exploring adulthood and maturity.
A Thursday club night playing nostalgic pop, R&B, and hip-hop hits.
Polish artist Mikołaj Sobczak presents work interrogating historical narratives, queer resistance, and national mythmaking.
The university gallery explores how artists and scientists interpret different dimensions of perception and truth.
A communal singing session held in the test building on the Marineterrein grounds.
The annual graduation show brings together standout fine art graduates from art academies across the Netherlands.
The cover band plays a mix of classic rock, pop, and blues standards off Leidseplein.
The restaurant-club hybrid hosts a night of dance music curated alongside the NOBLESSE collective.
Students receive free admission or half-price tickets to stage productions and workshops across the venue's autumn programme.
A contemporary performance exploring physical connection, rhythm and movement.
A joint video screening program featuring experimental moving-image works by Korakrit Arunanondchai, Anne-Mie Van Kerckhoven, Jota Mombaça, and Larry Achiampong.
Jacob and Robert bring their underground mixed-media comedy and variety night to the Grand Hotel Amrâth.
Lady Marmalade hosts an open-mic and spoken-word night inviting audiences to listen and speak up.
The veteran Dutch conceptual artist and biologist displays poetic works assembled from dried leaves, earth, and found natural elements.
The Dutch artist presents vividly coloured, apocalyptic drawings and paintings populated by sci-fi, occult, and cosmic imagery.
The Cuban artist presents conceptual work examining digital culture and alternative distribution networks outside formal online systems.
Pakistani contemporary artists Amra Khan, Naira Mushtaq, and Sehr Jalil show work questioning gender, ritual, and societal norms.
An exhibition exploring the design, social life, and evolution of public pavement space in post-war Amsterdam.
A group show inside the historic wooden church gathers works that interpret and reframe natural and built environments.
An exhibition exploring ideas of refuge, space, and belonging through contemporary visual art at the Flemish cultural centre.
A group exhibition engaging with queer identity, memory and imagined futures in dialogue with the museum's historic religious setting.
A regular walking group in West for staying active and meeting local neighbours.
The Indigenous Surinamese activist and community organizer speaks about cultural preservation and Indigenous rights.
The Dutch jazz vocalist and guitarist presents an evening of intimate standards and personal songs.
The Renaissance-era town hall opens its historic council chamber and collection of paintings for self-guided exploration.
The Dutch comedian performs her stand-up solo about the realities of parenting and family life.
A midweek live night featuring Dutch-language synth-pop duo Allicht alongside Lots of Parking and DJ Sjaak.
A joint exhibition pairing Lou Ros's deconstructed figurative painting with Sanghyuk Kim's contemporary artistic practice.
An afternoon tea dance and social gathering for the local LGBTQ+ community.
A guided walk through the museum's permanent display charting the citizens, industries, and culture of Haarlem over several centuries.
The Dutch chamber group marks Valentine's Day with an intimate classical performance.
An audio-guided walking tour exploring the neighbourhood through women's voices, personal histories and urban memories.
A neighbourhood-focused exhibition chronicling community life, social changes, and resident experiences in the Indische Buurt.
The historic artists' society mounts a group exhibition centered on green themes, ecology, and nature.
The broadcast recording brings citizens and experts together for a moderated live debate on pressing social and political issues.
Musicians Luc Saha and Pao Pamaki lead an ambient, ceremonial sound journey with acoustic and world instruments.
A group art exhibition exploring the messy, uncertain transition into adulthood.
The Dutch-Moroccan comedian and actor tests material for his solo stand-up show.
A printmaking exhibition presented by the Grafein foundation showcasing diverse contemporary relief, intaglio, and screen-printing techniques.
The neighbourhood light-art initiative opens its latest run of community-focused installations.
Contemporary artists challenge the rigid botanical classification systems established by 18th-century taxonomist Carl Linnaeus.
A period exhibition showcasing daily family life, interiors and traditions of historic regional residents.
The photographer presents his debut solo exhibition of visual work.
An art exhibition confronting ruin, aftermath, and rebuilding in the Rokin club rooms.
An exhibition sharing community stories, recycled treasures and sustainable making from the neighbourhood hub.
A short live performance by comedian and theatre maker Leon Brill.
A historical presentation tracing traditional women's clothing, headwear, and customs of Volendam.
An exhibition and presentation exploring the spatial and visual language of road markings, transit zones, and temporary infrastructure.
An outdoor community arts and gardening project situated on the new sand-spit development of Strandeiland.
The Dutch co-founder of the Nul movement displays his signature assemblages made from discarded mass-produced everyday objects.
A shared cabaret bill featuring sets from Robin Bleeker and Bas van der Meulen.
Annemarie Libbers facilitates an intimate creative writing and lyrical composition session.
The Dutch sculptor shows new geometric, spatial works fashioned from industrial iron and steel.
Riverside bar and restaurant on the Amstel hosting regular community drinks, food, and social events.
Musical comedy duo Anne & Bas test out their cabaret revue.
Youth theatre school students perform an original staging about growing up, time passing, and everyday routines.
The Croatian contemporary artist re-examines modernist heritage, institutional memory, and collective history through painting and display structures.
A contemporary art exhibition exploring personal, collective, and sensory representations of memory.
An intimate visual art exhibition staged inside the quirky local church venue.
A theatrical production presented on the Leidseplein stage.
A local networking evening and speed-dating session organised for city-centre residents.
Dutch comedian and actor Joep Vermolen performs his solo cabaret show.
The local amateur chamber orchestra presents a symphonic classical programme.
Progressive rock and folk-inspired singer-songwriter Anton Roolaart performs a quiet, attentive listening set.
The French artist exhibits delicate ceramic sculptures alongside drawings that blend organic shapes with architectural forms.
The Dutch comedy duo test out new material in an intimate try-out show.
A repair and craft session teaching participants how to pulp and recycle old paper into new sheets.
Artists Mia Weiner and Johnny Mae Hauser explore physical form and connection through collaborative contemporary works.
Visual artist Elise van Staveren presents work reflecting on mortality and human limits.
An intimate stand-up comedy night hosted in the cultural basement venue.
Joep Vermolen presents a short cabaret and comedy set.
An exhibition on local history reflecting on everyday village life and disrupted heritage.
An informal creative writing meetup where writers of all levels gather to work on prompts and share drafts.
A guided tour exploring the architecture, council chambers, and history of the historic town hall.
An exhibition of artwork depicting the historic defensive gates that once guarded the perimeter of Haarlem.
Swimming classes tailored for children and adults with physical disabilities or chronic conditions.
A three-day workshop exploring voice, movement, and collaborative performance techniques.
Visual artist Leroy Berger presents new work engaging with Siberian indigenous language, memory and landscape.
The Italian artist installs a project drawing on dystopian fiction, linguistic shifts, and alternative historical narratives in the gallery's project space.
A free neighbourhood fitness and gentle exercise class for women looking to stay active and meet others.
An exhibition tracing the environmental and economic histories of petroleum extraction and cotton farming.
A group contemporary exhibition exploring repetition, rhythm, and artistic revision.
Sculptor Gaston Bannier presents works at this studio and outdoor display space.
A library exhibition tracing local histories and personal memories through shared narratives.
An exhibition and performance program examining how bodies, audiences, and politics occupy both the public square and the theatrical stage.
A retrospective exhibition celebrating the life and creative output of the artist at the cultural hub named for the Dutch singer.
An exhibition spotlighting twelve community-led neighbourhood projects from across Amsterdam.
Members of the local Nieuw-West photography club present their recent observational and community work.
Founders, investors, and policymakers gather for rooftop drinks and discussion on European artificial intelligence strategy.
A two-person dialogue between painter Han Schuil and installation-focused artist Ricardo van Eyk.
Emerging artist Klaartje van Essen presents new sculptural and installation work developed during her De Ateliers residency.
The central bank showcases pieces from its corporate art collection exploring unexpected perspectives and hidden details.
A critical exhibition revisiting how social background and class privilege shape the careers and institutions of the contemporary art world.
A development programme for Zuidoost residents under 30 looking to build practical skills and professional networks.
A theatre performance exploring the aftermath and personal impact of a fateful accident.
Dutch abstract painter Paul Drissen shows geometric, collage-based paintings that balance modernist order with playful, provisional forms.
Startups pitch their ideas to investors and industry experts in a fast-paced networking event.
The Dutch comedian and actor, known for his fast-paced sketches and De Speld collaborations, performs his solo cabaret show.
Entrepreneurs, tech talent, and early-stage investors connect at an informal startup networking evening.
A weekly student-focused club night spanning hip-hop, house and R&B on Leidseplein.
The theatre-maker presents a contemporary solo performance piece.
A gallery group show probing land, material, and ecological uncertainties through contemporary painting and sculpture.
The artist-run space presents a collaborative exhibition exploring how personal and collective trauma are held and recalled.
A mid-week club night spinning R&B, hip-hop and house in the main hall of the Rembrandtplein venue.
The project room hosts a companion contemporary installation focused on transformation and growth.
Artists Amra Khan, Naira Mushtaq, and Sehr Jalil present works exploring history, memory, and how objects outlive their original functions.
A community storytelling workshop focusing on sharing and illuminating personal narratives.
Live visuals mixed alongside the bar's rock soundtrack on the Marnixstraat canal terrace.
Prints and drawings by the Dutch artist exploring mortality and the human body, displayed in the funeral museum's cafe.
An art dealership presents works by female artists, available with trial home placements.
A weekly group singing class working through swing and light vocal arrangements for local vocalists.
A dual exhibition pairing sculptural earthworks with folded textile compositions.
An exhibition of surviving drawings, crafts, and memorabilia by the two sisters from the well-known regional industrial family.
A group exhibition examining how human presence, touch, and collective memory reverberate across material objects.
Fraukje and Marijn present a short theatre performance.
A local librarian reads illustrated children's stories aloud during an informal drop-in session for young kids and parents.
The historic artists' society hosts an event delving into a lost or hidden art-world title.
An evening of Dutch stand-up comedy featuring an evolving lineup of established and emerging performers.
An artist-led tour exploring the exhibition through personal stories and creative insights.
A storytelling performance tracing the poignant journey of a young, courageous girl named Annetje.
Open outdoor play sessions for children at the local Erfgooiers playground.
An architectural exhibition examining post-war reconstruction urbanism and its contemporary renovations in Haarlem's Parkwijk.
A professional development workshop focused on career direction and leadership strategies for women.
A musical performance and story session blending poetic storytelling with live accompaniment.
The waterfront jazz institution offers access to live-streamed concerts and an archive of past performances.
A pavement-facing window exhibition space hosts an open-ended art installation.
An evening dedicated to emerging literary talent and new debut writers, hosted by the Editio writing platform.
Short-form fringe theatre staged as part of the venue's ongoing rotation of twenty-minute performances.
A short theatrical performance staged in the intimate rooms of the Staatsliedenbuurt tapas-theatre.
The independent project space hosts a contemporary visual art exhibition.
A monthly drop-in advice session offering De Pijp residents aged 60 and over practical guidance on living independently at home.
A neighbourhood library presents an exhibition of work by the artist.
Anne Cappendijk presents an artistic exploration of public grief rituals, commemoration and everyday losses.
A group show featuring works by Vincent Verhoef, Justus de Rode, and Maria Kley.
A business conference bringing together entrepreneurs, founders, and investors for keynotes, workshops, and networking.
A temporary display of contemporary art works.
A practical, hands-on workshop teaching researchers foundational data analysis and programming skills using the statistical software R.
This scheduled theatrical performance by Nadav Vissel has been cancelled.
Singer Luca Warmer's theatrical concert exploring heroics and mask-wearing has been cancelled.
Friday 2 October
The long-running Dutch dance promoter hosts multiple electronic music parties as part of Amsterdam Dance Event.
The Lebanese pop superstar, known as the 'Queen of the Stage', performs her high-energy Arabic dance-pop.
A full orchestra performs club anthems and electronic dance classics alongside guest vocalists and DJs.
The cultural centre's signature Friday night features an open programme of oral storytelling from local and visiting tale-tellers.
The Nijmegen alternative rock band brings their genre-bending rhythms and theatrical live show to Carré.
The Friday session of the long-running Dutch beer festival dedicated to seasonal autumn bock beers.
Makoto Shinkai's romantic anime drama tells the story of two close friends pulled apart by distance across three interconnected segments.
The New Cool Collective frontman gathers top European alto saxophonists for an evening celebrating the instrument.
Lutenist Thomas Dunford and his early music ensemble Jupiter perform the melancholic, intricate songs of John Dowland.
Lutenist Thomas Dunford and his baroque ensemble Jupiter explore the melancholy lute songs and instrumental works of John Dowland.
An interactive live concert designed for young children and their families to sing and dance along together.
A behind-the-scenes building tour followed by a free afternoon classical performance.
The street art museum opens after hours for an evening programme featuring Dutch visual artist and muralist Marije Maria.
The celebrated Norwegian outfit blend gypsy-punk, theatrical rock, and unconventional percussion driven by pump organs and oil barrels.
The cello section of the renowned pop and jazz orchestra performs in an intimate acoustic arrangement.
The acclaimed string quartet performs classic chamber works by Mozart alongside Mendelssohn's energetic romantic quartet.
An all-female lineup of comedians takes the stage for an English-language stand-up showcase.
An interactive reading and singing session for young children and their parents.
Dimitri Kirsanoff’s silent avant-garde French classic screens with a live accompaniment, followed by a foyer afterparty.
The Dutch stage, television, and film actor leads an interactive drama workshop for children at the specialist bookshop.
The acoustic band plays a mix of reggae rhythms, classic soul, and indie rock with views over the city.
A full evening of classic swing and big band standards played live for dancers and listeners.
A film screening exploring traditional Japanese woodblock printing and its legacy, presented by CAMERA JAPAN Festival.
An early-evening club night tailored for dancers aged 25 and over.
A tribute evening celebrating the foundational early 20th-century American blues of W.C. Handy and Lead Belly alongside original companion pieces.
A club night designed for early clubbers who prefer to start dancing and finish their night out well before late hours.
The former Room Eleven singer performs her delicate, jazz-inflected Dutch and English pop songs in Amsterdam-Noord.
A warehouse sale in the Western port district offering houseplants, pots, and greenery at steep discounts.
CAMERA JAPAN screens this feature as part of its annual festival dedicated to Japanese cinema and culture.
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Individual intuitive card consultations held in the historic canalside library.
Participants learn bead embroidery techniques to customise and repair second-hand garments.
The Belgian broadcaster and pianist performs minimal organ works, preceded by a complimentary lunch.
The Dutch premiere of the film remembering the Kenyan historical and cultural figure, followed by community discussion.
A free screening and discussion exploring the documentary on Chinese-Indonesian culinary heritage, migration and identity.
The well-known French-Dutch television chef and restaurateur presents and serves tastings from his latest cookbook.
The American indie singer-songwriter brings his emotional, guitar-driven pop tunes to Amsterdam.
Resident performer Little Angel hosts an evening of lip-syncing and cabaret at the long-running queer bar.
Shinichiro Sawai's acclaimed 1984 Japanese drama explores ambition, obsession, and identity in the theatre world.
Stand-up comedians Alina Sharipova and Selma Visscher each perform a 45-minute set of new material.
Young children learn rhythm, movement and basic musical concepts through guided play.
A walking tour through central Amsterdam visiting sites connected to legendary musicians and historic music scenes.
The independent record store hosts a listening session dedicated to Japanese animated film soundtracks and atmospheric music.
A screening of the documentary exploring Dutch-Chinese culinary heritage and migration, followed by a panel discussion.
A jazz and Brazilian music ensemble led by bassist and composer Fernando Oliveira.
The long-running Dutch tribute act recreates the sound and stage production of Pink Floyd.
A feature film screening presented as part of the annual festival celebrating contemporary Japanese cinema.
The Russian stand-up comic, now based in the United States, performs in English.
The Dutch-Indian singer-songwriter performs her signature blend of dark pop, cinematic strings, and personal storytelling.
A political drama set weeks before an election, following the fallout after a tech executive bans a former prime minister from social media.
An art and photography exhibition exploring themes of liberty and conflict in the cultural complex.
Learn drawing techniques for capturing animal form, fur, and texture using ink and wash.
Part of the CAMERA JAPAN Festival programme showcasing diverse genres of contemporary Japanese cinema.
Screening as part of CAMERA JAPAN Festival's lineup of independent and festival-circuit Japanese films.
An independent screening of vampire cinema celebrating the cult horror genre.
A language exchange event where Spanish and Dutch learners practice together with the help of native teachers.
The award-winning Russian concert pianist gives an intimate recital among historical keyboard instruments.
The Dutch indie-R&B duo perform their blend of polished eighties synth-pop and modern neo-soul.
A Japanese dramatic feature screening as part of the travelling film festival's Amsterdam edition.
Part of the annual CAMERA JAPAN Festival programme highlighting Japanese cinematic storytelling.
A compact twenty-minute performance blending personal storytelling and humour about relocating from southern Italy to the Netherlands.
The Dutch rapper and MC, known for high-energy bass music and hip-hop collaborations, performs live.
A feature presentation screened as part of Amsterdam's annual Japanese film festival at LAB111.
A monthly social night combining wine tastings with fresh pizza.
The opening night for a visual and sonic project that reclaims the commuter gaze through metro-inspired multimedia art.
A communal vegan dinner served at the independent cultural centre.
A weekly community kitchen serving affordable, volunteer-cooked vegan meals on the former shipyard grounds.
A guided outdoor tour exploring the monumental modern sculptures by Carel Visser installed in the Rijksmuseum gardens.
The Conservatorium van Amsterdam's baroque orchestra performs period repertoire under the direction of the Dutch viol player.
A lively daytime club party catering to an older crowd at the waterside café.
An audio walking tour of De Pijp exploring public space through the perspectives and stories of local women.
A social evening centered on communal dancing and music.
A gallery inside a historic canal house dedicated entirely to vibrant, contemporary animal-themed artwork.
Learn how to employ your formal right to speak at municipal council meetings to advocate legal rights for local bee populations.
Drop into this studio session to work on your own visual art alongside other creatives.
A panel discussion and creative talk examining contemporary queer culture and artistic expression.
Dutch historian and television personality Maarten van Rossem delivers his trademark wry, unvarnished commentary on current affairs.
A retro dance party designed to get older locals moving to classic hits, hosted in partnership with Heineken.
Amsterdam mayor Femke Halsema meets local residents for an open discussion about the neighbourhood.
A living art route connecting creative interventions and installations through the H-neighbourhood in Zuidoost.
A live tribute show celebrating the disco hits and vocal legacy of Donna Summer.
The emerging indie-pop artist takes the stage, with support from singer-songwriter maryn charlie.
Curator Shaquille Shaniqua Joy hosts a live program that brings different artistic disciplines together in a living-room setting.
The young chamber collective performs classical repertoire in the historic church off the Spui.
A recital dedicated entirely to the unaccompanied human voice, ranging across experimental techniques and classical vocal works.
The emerging indie-pop and singer-songwriter act plays an intimate set at the South Amsterdam cultural hub.
A guided walking tour through the neighbourhood with an audio narrative highlighting women's voices and histories.
A multidisciplinary performance exploring memory, migration, and the longing for home.
The artist and author leads a guided tour of the exhibition reflecting on history and memory.
A swift, cabaret-style night out pairing short live performances with drinks and food.
The community opera collective presents an adaptation of Handel's early Italian opera Rodrigo.
The mountaineer and writer discusses her new book documenting the lives of indigenous nomadic communities.
A screening of the documentary that revisits the cultural history and personal stories of Suriname and its diaspora.
Musicians offer fresh interpretations and modern perspectives on the vast chamber music catalogue of German Baroque composer Georg Philipp Telemann.
The community initiative celebrates its first anniversary with an evening of music, dance, drinks and socialising.
A live performance and listening session at the intimate sound art and listening bar in Amsterdam-Noord.
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An exhibition opening exploring movement, modern architecture, and urban infrastructure.
A touring showcase presenting standout graduation productions from freshly graduated theatre makers across the Netherlands.
The local act celebrates their new record alongside ambient post-rock outfit L’orne and local selectors.
The Dutch metal outfit plays an intimate set at the Leidseplein rock haven.
A morning yoga practice open to beginners and experienced practitioners alike.
A community gardening session where volunteers can tend vegetables and help maintain the site.
A regular volunteer work morning carrying out practical nature management and conservation tasks in the woods.
A community gardening afternoon tending to the shared plots at the self-managed cultural community in Amsterdam-Noord.
An informal social gathering hosted in the hostel lounge for travellers and locals to connect.
Live punk, hardcore, and noise acts take the stage inside the historic squatted social centre.
An accessible drawing workshop focused on turning simple line work into repeating rhythmic patterns.
The photography museum hosts the launch of a new volume analysing contemporary photographic culture.
A youth-oriented theatrical production exploring grace, beauty, and growing up.
A contemporary live art performance presented at Amsterdam's centre for Flemish arts and culture.
A calm Friday morning focused on well-being and mindful presence at the community garden.
The veteran Amsterdam jazz pianist brings his lively swing and stride playing to the café.
A collaborative hackathon focused on building and programming robotics projects with fellow makers.
Students and visitors take the stage together for an open jazz improvisation session.
An extended somatic movement and yoga session designed to deepen mind-body awareness.
The performer brings his raw, unpredictable solo show to the Bellevue stage.
A talk and culinary programme exploring sustainable food systems, biodiversity, and how we eat.
An evening of off-grid live music and experimental sound in the long-running independent venue.
A communal drop-in sewing session where neighbours can work on clothing repairs and textile projects together.
An evening of retrospective performances and nostalgic cabaret.
A community screening bringing together cinema enthusiasts to watch and discuss films.
Weekly community yoga sessions held in the public library branch in Oost.
A theatrical production staged at the fringe performance venue in the west.
An open-stage public interview and conversation session hosted at the cultural debating centre on the Leidseplein.
The Dutch comedian presents her solo cabaret show filled with candid, self-deprecating stand-up.
The versatile saxophone ensemble presents a wide-ranging chamber music programme.
Community sessions offering Japanese shiatsu bodywork, working along traditional meridian channels.
An accessible group exercise session designed to get local neighbours moving together.
An informal weekly gathering for activists, hackers, and the local community to connect over open-source tech.
The neighbourhood cinema screens a selected feature film for its weekly Friday night programme.
A regular underground club night dedicated to techno and tech house.
The annual showcase presenting standout graduation performances from recent Dutch theatre school alumni.
An introductory session for a structured, year-long personal development programme focusing on self-knowledge and life choices.
A dramatic performance that traces the aftermath and personal impact of a fateful accident.
The AI and Democracy Lab explores how autonomous artificial intelligence tools are reshaping the operations of contemporary newsrooms.
A duo recital for flute and harp performing classical and lyrical chamber repertoire.
Café Belcampo hosts an evening of discussion or artistic reflection centred on the theme of hard-won civil liberties.
A panel discussion examining the challenges, policy, and future sustainability of the city's district heating network.
An evening of performance and discussion probing conflict and media representation at the grassroots political theatre venue.
A networking drinks and social gathering for Turkish professionals working across Amsterdam's technology sector.
Cabaret and kleinkunst collective Het Gilde takes the stage for an evening of satirical and poetic songs.
The local theatre troupe presents an evening of Dutch-language drama.
An evening gathering with worship and fellowship at the local church.
Piano students of teacher Ischico Velzel perform in an informal recital.
The researcher publicly defends her doctoral dissertation in physics at the university institute.
A shared work session offering researchers, fellows, and collaborators dedicated desk space at the institute.
A private, reserved session for the Vrijwilligersacademie with no public ticket sales.
The historic waterfront venue is closed to the public today.
The landmark survey brings together the Japanese artist's signature polka dots, Infinity Mirror Rooms, and monumental soft sculptures.
The Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra performs live orchestral suites composed by Joe Hisaishi for Studio Ghibli classics.
Lie down on mats beneath the glass roof of the maritime museum to hear live music by candlelight.
The orchestra marks Christmas Day with its traditional afternoon concert under its future chief conductor.
The monthly open-air design market brings makers, artists and food stalls to the museum lawns.
The Scottish soul and R&B singer brings her powerhouse vocals and anthemic pop catalogue to Amsterdam.
An interactive science and technology exhibition focusing on the history, physics, and programming behind video games.
Stalls selling artisanal produce, hot food and handmade goods rotate through the city's parks on Sundays.
The science museum's hands-on floor lets visitors experiment with everyday engineering, household technology, and clean energy.
The orchestra's incoming chief conductor leads a symphonic pairing of Mozart and Tchaikovsky.
Audiences bring blankets and lie flat underneath the glass courtyard canopy to listen to live classical music.
A major retrospective by the renowned photographer known for monumental landscapes, portraits and atmospheric explorations of human impact.
Over 150 monumental street art murals, painted on-site by international artists, fill a former shipyard warehouse.
Citywide arts festival staging performances, tours, and special events across various participating Amsterdam museums.
The annual multidisciplinary festival celebrates Japanese cinema alongside visual arts, music, and food culture.
An exhibition showing the commercial textile patterns, garments, and decorative fabrics designed by the pop artist in the 1950s and 1960s.
The street art museum hosts an exhibition celebrating urban contemporary artists and graffiti culture.
A relaxed, sensory concert format introducing classical sounds and rhythms to babies up to 18 months old.
Hands-on workshops, games, and maritime activities designed for children and families.
An exhibition for children featuring the intricate, detail-rich illustrations of Dutch picture-book maker Charlotte Dematons.
An interactive family exhibition where visitors consult the wise raven to explore themes of nature and human connection across cultures.
A hands-on music-making workshop where kids and parents experiment with unique electronic and acoustic instruments.
An animated digital installation bringing Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's classic novella and its philosophical meditations on life to light.
The comedy troupe stages an improvised sketch show exploring the quirks and realities of expat life in the Dutch capital.
Dance event pioneers ID&T present a sensory labyrinth of light, sound, and interactive technology in the Elementenstraat warehouse.
An exhibition showcasing the pop artist's commercial textile designs from the 1950s and 1960s before his rise to fame.
The multi-venue festival across central Haarlem celebrates vinyl culture with record fairs, live music, talks, and listening sessions.
A guided twilight nature walk for children to spot nocturnal wildlife and dusk-hunting animals.
The annual autumn beer festival returns with dozens of Dutch and international bock beers on tap.
The Houston-born stand-up comedian and storyteller, known for his viral specials and prison-memoir routines, performs live.
A Dutch-spoken lecture and concert delving into the rich classical and folk-influenced heritage of Armenian composers.
A family-friendly exhibition showcasing recognisable landmarks of Amsterdam built out of Lego bricks on the NDSM wharf.
Local independent makers, designers, and craftspeople sell handmade wares inside the former tram depot.
Direct conversations and oral histories shared with survivors of the Holocaust.
The festival organisers stage a walkthrough experience using lasers, lights, and electronic soundscapes across several rooms.
Local designers, craftspeople, and food vendors set up stalls on Museumplein, running a week early to avoid marathon road closures.
Original stencils, screen prints, and authenticated indoor works by the elusive Bristol street artist are on permanent display.
A weekend market offering vintage furniture, design pieces, curiosities, and decorative objects in the historic market hall.
The painter's former home displays etching and drawing techniques to show how Rembrandt pushed the boundaries of his craft.
A multimedia showcase combining digital projections and photography to explore the life and art of the Mexican painter.
The Dutch-Ghanaian hip-hop and soul artist leads an accessible jazz-groove performance designed for families and young children.
The photographer presents vivid, stylised portraits celebrating the fashion and contemporary identity of people from Xinjiang.
The energetic Dutch comedian returns to the stage with his high-paced, family-friendly stand-up show.
STRAAT explores the fundamental visual elements of graffiti culture, from lettering and tags to rhythm and line work.
Morning yoga session held surrounded by Vincent van Gogh's masterworks.
A family exhibition exploring magic, illusions and ritual in Jewish culture and folklore.
The powerhouse American tenor saxophonist leads a heavyweight rhythm section featuring bassist Matt Brewer and drummer Kendrick Scott.
Popular children's musician Dirk Scheele leads songs and movement games based on the famous orange cartoon cat.
The British genre-blending electronic producer performs alongside contemporary Dutch media artist Boris Acket's kinetic light installation.
An immersive digital experience that recreates the streets and canals of seventeenth-century Amsterdam.
A fixed lunch arrangement served at the fortress island of Pampus, accessible by ferry across the IJmeer.
The Estonian conductor leads the Swiss orchestra through Mahler's turbulent and tragic Sixth Symphony.
A practical painting and drawing class focused on composition, colour and expressive brushwork inspired by Vincent van Gogh.
Sculptures by the Dutch modernist, known for his stark geometric forms in steel, leather, and found materials, are installed across the museum's open-air grounds.
The long-running annual tasting event returns to showcase a wide variety of seasonal Dutch autumn bock beers.
The celebrated Dutch recorder virtuoso performs alongside the period-instrument orchestra.
The island fortress examines the psychological and physical experience of isolated military life through historical documents and interactive displays.
A gentle, sensory theatrical performance designed specifically for toddlers and babies.
The idiosyncratic Croatian pianist performs Chopin's lyrical second concerto alongside Mozart's dramatic G-minor symphony.
Four fixtures of Dutch jazz and improvised music come together for an unscripted Bimhuis set.
Outdoor art route placing site-specific sculptures and installations along the walking paths of the Amsterdamse Bos.
The contemporary Spanish-Dutch painter presents new works in dialogue with Francisco de Goya's iconic etchings, Los Disparates.
Renowned chamber choir Cappella Amsterdam sings the intricate, spiritually charged motets of J.S. Bach.
A behind-the-scenes guided tour through the costume departments, stages, and rehearsal halls of the opera house.
Crate-digging market inside the covered passage of De Hallen, featuring independent record vendors selling vinyl across multiple genres.
Amsterdam's chamber orchestra marks the festive season with a programme of seasonal classical works.
Mozart's comic singspiel about backstage theatrical rivalries is performed using traditional wooden marionettes.
Outdoor cooking activities for children using fresh produce harvested directly from the site.
Contemporary dance, theatre, and music by African makers explore themes of land, roots, and belonging under this year's Soil | Soul theme.
The annual performing arts festival presents contemporary dance, theatre and music from artists across the African continent and diaspora.
The multidisciplinary performing arts festival brings contemporary theater, dance, music, and spoken word from across the African continent and its diaspora.
Alan J. Pakula's gripping 1976 political thriller stars Robert Redford and Dustin Hoffman as the Washington Post reporters who broke the Watergate scandal.
The private museum showcases street works, prints, and stencils by the elusive British artist.
Learn the fundamentals of silkscreening and print your own custom design onto t-shirts in this hands-on studio session.
Visitors on the fortress island can observe licensed ornithologists capturing, measuring, and banding wild birds for ongoing scientific research.
A brief, family-friendly Dutch-language opera performance staged on the platform of an Amsterdam metro station.
The idiosyncratic Dutch jazz guitarist and composer plays an intimate set in the historic former stock exchange.
A broad survey of modern and contemporary art, design, and photography from the museum's permanent holdings.
Illusionist Rico Weeland stages an intimate evening of magic, mentalism, and storytelling.
Interactive light and digital installations invite visitors into responsive, mirror-filled rooms.
Stanley Kubrick's razor-sharp Cold War satire follows a frantic bid to stop an unhinged US general from triggering nuclear armageddon.
The presentation examines clothing from 1640 to 1930 that bears physical signs of wear, tailoring, mending, and daily life.
An outdoor and community exhibition presented in collaboration with Middle East Archive, a digital platform documenting everyday life and visual culture across the region.
Take a behind-the-scenes look at the concert hall's architecture and acoustics before attending the free midday performance.
A retrospective dedicated to the influential Indonesian-Dutch industrial and interior designer best known for designing Schiphol Airport's original interiors.
Heather Lenz's 2018 documentary traces the life and career of Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, from conservative post-war Japan to global contemporary stardom.
The veteran Dutch festival organizer hosts its multi-day series of house and techno events for Amsterdam Dance Event.
Visitors sketch inside the Royal Palace on Dam Square as part of the nationwide drawing month.
The Australian author of the bestselling Nevermoor fantasy series appears in conversation with Kirsten König.
Children can drop in to create their own artworks inspired by the museum's collection and exhibitions.
An exhibition celebrating early trailblazers and foundational works in digital and video installation art.
An exhibition tracing decades of LGBTQIA+ community life, activism, pride celebrations, and resilience across Amsterdam.
An outdoor photography exhibition in Amsterdam West presented by Foam and the digital storytelling platform Middle East Archive.
The long-running ensemble mixes fast-paced improv games, sketches, and video comedy sparked by audience suggestions.
The exhibition examines the global supply chains of cocoa, sugar, and palm oil behind the beloved Dutch breakfast staple.
The Dutch fashion designer and artist known for colorful, subversive textiles and dolls presents an installation celebrating individuality.
Studio Ghibli's beloved 1995 animated coming-of-age drama follows a bookish schoolgirl in Tokyo who dreams of becoming a writer.
A guided look inside the striking Amsterdam School landmark, paired with drinks or food in the grand hotel.
The orchestra plays a seasonal programme of celebratory symphonic pieces for the holidays.
Curated screenings highlighting iconic films, cult favourites, and indie classics from the 1990s.
A specialist tour through the world's oldest functioning Jewish library, housed in the Portuguese Synagogue complex.
Sightseeing boats navigate the moat and outer waterways surrounding the star-shaped fortress town.
Creative, hands-on craft and play activities for children aged five and up.
An exhibition featuring the Congolese artists' cooperative CATPC, exploring post-colonial ecology, labour, and restitution.
An intimate, pop-up live jazz session showcasing local musicians inside the 19th-century church.
A guided tasting session exploring the culinary customs and flavours of the Dutch Renaissance in the castle grounds.
Veteran German house producer Ian Pooley joins Amsterdam favourite Merel Helderman behind the decks.
The contemporary art museum's basement level hosts large-scale room projections, light works, and screen-based installations.
Screenings of documentaries, concert films, and cinematic features focused on musical artists and subcultures.
Vocalists Lilian Vieira, Ana Beck, and Viviani Godoy gather around the table for an authentic Brazilian roda de samba session.
The multinational trio play danceable synth-pop built around bright electronic beats and melodic hooks.
The Dutch ensemble presents its annual interpretation of Handel's celebrated choral masterwork.
The historical island fortress examines the physical and psychological toll of prolonged isolation on soldiers stationed there.
Close-up magicians perform sleight of hand right at the tables in a casual pub setting.
The acclaimed Dutch children's book illustrator exhibits her intricately detailed drawings.
Portuguese fado singer LINA_ collaborates with Spanish jazz pianist Marco Mezquida in a modern reinterpretation of traditional Iberian songs.
Sightseeing boat cruises along the scenic Vecht river past historic estates and tea houses.
Historical reenactors demonstrate traditional musket-firing and military drills inside the Naarden fortress museum.
Exhibition dedicated to the people, history, and traditions of Amsterdam's landmark seventeenth-century Portuguese Synagogue.
A guided walking tour sharing personal narratives and historical perspectives on Amsterdam's Black and African diaspora.
Ornithologists demonstrate the process of catching, ringing, and releasing migratory birds stopping over on the fortress island.
The Netherlands Bach Society performs contemplative early music for All Souls' Day in the historic church.
Forest biologist Nico leads a guided nature walk through the Amsterdamse Bos.
Recorder virtuoso Lucie Horsch joins cellist Nicolas Altstaedt and lutenist Thomas Dunford for baroque and early music.
The American artist examines identity, gender, and celebrity culture through self-portraiture that mimics glossy fashion shoots and consumer advertising.
A family weekend of puppet theatre designed to stimulate the senses of young audiences.
A communal dining event pairing food with oral history and personal narratives, presented by KIP Republic and Imagine IC.
Felix Meritis hosts live performances exploring modern electronic music from Brazil as part of the annual festival.
Toddlers and young children get free-jumping access to the trampolines during a session tailored for little ones.
The exhibition highlights textile designs and fabric works created by artists linked to the mid-century avant-garde Cobra movement.
A long-running Sunday afternoon tradition of live jazz sessions in a classic literary café on the canal.
Red Light Radio co-founder Orpheu The Wizard shares the basement booth with Dutch producer and DJ BSS.
A Sinterklaas musical theatre performance tailored for toddlers aged two and up.
An open creative workshop in the museum where visitors experiment with spontaneous painting and mixed media in the CoBrA spirit.
A hands-on workshop guiding participants through traditional cold-process soapmaking using natural ingredients.
A nostalgia-focused club night spinning soundtrack favourites and pop hits from classic nineties and noughties childhood television.
Giegling co-founder DJ Dustin headlines an evening of deep techno and leftfield electronics in the former car repair shop.
A dedicated cinema programme spotlighting seminal films from the 1990s.
A retrospective examining the turbulent life and intensely emotional, colourful paintings of the Dutch modern expressionist.
A hands-on workshop introducing the textiles, dressing traditions and etiquette of the Japanese kimono.
Musicians gather around a table to play acoustic Brazilian samba in the traditional roda circle format.
A self-guided or organised walking route exploring the historic ramparts, castle and waterways of the fortified town.
The queer-oriented electronic club hosts a takeover by the techno collective and event series.
An indoor jump session on connected trampolines and obstacle courses.
The Mexican underground techno imprint takes over the club for a collaborative label showcase.
Professional artists set up stalls on the Spui square every Sunday to sell paintings, prints, and ceramics directly to passersby.
Performers gather for the tenth edition of the festival dedicated to the expressive, avant-garde Japanese dance form.
A guided bicycle ride along city canals and neighbourhood streets covering local history and architecture.
Graduating second-year resident artists from the prestigious post-academic institute exhibit their work in the historic Ateliers building.
Two master Italian pianists share the bench for four-hands works on the venue's concert grand.
Showcase spotlighting cutting-edge graduate collections from the Netherlands' top fashion academy alumni.
An interactive, multi-sensory tour of the museum designed specifically for blind and visually impaired visitors.
A late-night live music session built on tight funk, soul, and rhythm-and-blues grooves off Leidseplein.
An evening of personal narratives and performances centring LGBTQ+ experiences and voices.
The restaurant serves a surprise multi-course tasting menu decided entirely by the kitchen, without an à la carte option.
The museum investigates the origins, artist, and identity of the sitter in an enigmatic Golden Age portrait.
A theatrical piece exploring toxic masculinity and modern misogyny through the prism of online influencer Andrew Tate.
A practical culinary class covering milk curdling, pressing and the fundamentals of home cheesemaking.
A children's treasure hunt weaving through the bookshelves as part of the annual national Children's Book Week celebrations.
Organ and classical musicians give daytime performances beneath the vaulted ceiling of the historic canal-side church.
The veteran Japanese jazz pianist leads his dynamic new trio.
A slow, guided session that applies mindfulness techniques to appreciating the museum's paintings.
A small-group salon boat tour departs from the five-star hotel along the Amstel river.
Performance artist Ahilan Ratnamohan uses soccer choreography to examine ambition, migration, and the corporate branding of sport.
The acclaimed French soprano saxophonist leads his boundary-pushing contemporary jazz quartet.
An exhibition exploring personal, artistic, and scientific perspectives on neurodiversity and the human brain inside the historic Waag.
Display of the freshly conserved sixteenth-century altarpiece depicting the descent from the cross in the attic church.
An international and local lineup of electronic DJs spin sets across the venue's distinctive spaces.
A guided backstage look through the auditoriums, workshops, and history of the city's municipal theatre.
The historic castle estate showcases its botanical gardens and grounds in seasonal bloom.
A party night spinning guilty pleasures, noughties chart-toppers, and retro pop anthems for the over-twenties crowd.
Charlie Chaplin directs and stars in his acclaimed 1940 satire lampooning Adolf Hitler, Benito Mussolini, and rising fascism.
A documentary exploring the legendary Afrofuturist jazz pioneer's deep connection to his Alabama hometown.
A hands-on ceramics class teaching throwing and shaping clay on the potter's wheel.
The fashion platform marks two decades of championing top graduates from Dutch fashion academies with a retrospective showcase.
The Dutch fashion photographer presents two decades of imagery documenting the standout graduation show for rising designers.
Free outdoor group fitness classes running weekly along the green strip on De Boelelaan in collaboration with the Vrije Universiteit.
Large-scale sculptures by the influential Dutch constructivist and modernist are placed throughout the museum's outdoor grounds.
Instructors teach basic clay shaping and texturing techniques to help you sculpt an object, figure, or abstract form.
Nicolas Winding Refn's stylish 2011 neo-noir thriller stars Ryan Gosling as a quiet Hollywood stunt driver who moonlights as a getaway driver.
An informal board game meetup designed to help Dutch language learners practice their speaking skills while playing games.
A free language workshop and informal café where learners practice spoken Dutch together in a relaxed setting.
An introductory walkthrough of the photography museum's current exhibitions led by an in-house guide.
A hands-on creative workshop where children and their parents experiment with making art together.
An informal conversation circle where Dutch learners of all levels chat over coffee to build their everyday speaking confidence.
Practice Dutch, English, Spanish, and other languages over drinks in an informal mixer.
NDSM Treehouse resident musicians present an intimate live performance paired with food and drinks.
Melkweg Cinema screens feature-length documentaries and concert films spotlighting iconic musicians, subcultures, and music history.
An exhibition exploring the complex debates, ethics and practices surrounding the restitution of colonial-era heritage items.
Tour the historic municipal theatre on Leidseplein, going backstage to visit the dressing rooms and wings.
A thematic walkthrough exploring the collection and modern art history through LGBTQIA+ perspectives.
Taxidermy duo Sinke & Van Tongeren present their theatrical, Old Master-inspired arrangements of exotic preserved birds and animals.
Dolly Parton and Burt Reynolds star in the 1982 musical comedy about a legendary Texas brothel under threat from a television evangelist.
John Carpenter's satirical 1988 sci-fi action film stars 'Rowdy' Roddy Piper as a drifter who discovers aliens are controlling humanity through subliminal media.
A triple-bill dance programme presenting three choreographies centred on embodiment, heritage, and physical grounding.
The French string quartet, celebrated for their Russian repertoire, performs works by Weinberg, Prokofiev, and Beethoven.
The museum displays patterned skirts and wearable textiles designed by key painters and sculptors of the post-war CoBrA movement.
The celebrated British tenor and his longtime collaborative pianist perform nineteenth-century lieder by Wolf and Schubert.
A hands-on craft session covering the practical techniques, ingredients, and chemistry needed to create natural bar soaps.
Local and international underground DJs spin house and techno in the subterranean Overhoeks venue.
A children's theatre performance designed for toddlers and young kids at the boutique puppet and story theatre.
An open-air secondhand market selling pre-loved clothes, homeware, and garden finds.
The grassroots archive presents perspectives on colonial history, resistance, and grassroots solidarity movements across the Dutch empire and beyond.
Actors spin an improvised theatrical story using audience suggestions to explore a chosen genre.
The Nigerian Afrobeats star, famous for his hit single 'Kukere', performs live to celebrate Nigerian Independence Day.
The Norwegian acoustic trio plays their warm, melodic mix of Nordic jazz and folk.
An evening dedicated to rebetiko, the traditional Greek urban blues born in early twentieth-century taverns.
A screening of the documentary charting the pioneering Washington D.C. independent soul, jazz, and go-go record label Black Fire.
A practical textile workshop teaching mending, customisation, and redesign techniques to revamp old garments.
A creative studio session exploring how everyday chairs can capture a sitter's character, taking cues from Van Gogh’s depictions of his own seat.
A queer club night focused on upbeat pop tracks and electronic dance anthems in the Houthavens.
A hands-on introduction to linocut printmaking, from carving blocks to pulling prints on paper.
Children aged eight and up can explore coniferous tree species from around the globe across the botanical garden.
The Danish bassist presents his forward-looking acoustic piano trio featuring pianist Xavi Torres and drummer Naíma Acuña.
The Czech mezzo-soprano and Scottish pianist present a programme of central European art songs.
Music journalist Edgar Kruize explores Prince's prolific artistic ties, concerts, and legacy across the Netherlands.
Audience seating for the recording of Eva Jinek's current affairs talkshow at De Hallen.
Interactive play and sensory learning activities designed for young children.
Romanian minimal techno DJ Arapu headlines alongside Puerto Rican selector Natalia Roth.
An outdoor nature scavenger trail for families featuring animal sculptures and tasks along the path.
Magician Rico Weeland performs close-up sleight of hand right in front of the audience.
The American stand-up comic brings his solo show to the comedy club for an extra performance.
Dutch-Kurdish singer Naaz shares an intimate triple bill with Italian jazz vocalist Marta Arpini and indie act LifeLoan.
A fast-paced club night focused on queer-friendly dance music and energetic electronic rhythms at the former dental clinic.
An architectural model exhibition exploring the extensive future urban development plans for Amsterdam's northern docklands.
A special tour and discussion exploring Andy Warhol's life, art, and enduring cultural impact through an LGBTQ+ lens.
The adventurous, fast-moving Dutch street orchestra brings its autumn programme indoors to Amsterdam-Noord.
An exhibition exploring gender transformation, performance, and shifting bodily identity through archaeological artefacts and contemporary culture.
An interactive exhibition space exploring archaeological discovery, material culture, and how finds are catalogued.
A traditional puppet theatre performance for young children.
The national broadcast choir tackles Rossini's 1841 setting of the traditional Stabat Mater hymn.
A garage-rock and punk bill pairing the New York glam-rock project Brower with British power-pop band Cyanide Pills.
Ceramicist Anita Kluge leads a hands-on clay modelling workshop blending craft and storytelling.
Theatre Rotterdam and Nastaran Razawi Khorasani stage a theatrical meditation on protest and connection.
An exhibition examining how contemporary artists combine photography with collage techniques to construct alternative narratives.
The Dutch baritone joins forces with two leading pianists for a crossover programme moving from French chanson to American standards.
A hands-on craft session teaching basic techniques to design and assemble personal jewellery.
Exhibition of photography by the Dutch-Uruguayan artist known for her portraits exploring gender, identity, and memory.
The visual artist presents installations and performances reflecting on post-colonial history, identity and Caribbean heritage.
An exhibition exploring the legacy and innovations of the nineteenth-century Dutch cocoa and chocolate manufacturer.
An interactive audio-visual walking tour around Amsterdam East designed for children aged seven and up.
A lively cultural showcase bringing together emerging musical acts and creative performances.
A self-guided walking route detailing maritime history and architectural landmarks around the Oosterdok docklands.
The Dutch-American comic headlines an evening of observational stand-up.
A guided walk exploring the plant collections and seasonal highlights of the botanical garden.
Students from Berlin's Ernst Busch Academy present Mike Bartlett's workplace satire Contractions.
Photography exhibition exploring personal reflections, tributes, and diverse cultural perspectives on mortality.
A theatrical concert for children aged eight and up, written and performed by Kelly van Kempen and Kelvin Allison.
An exhibition at the museum of funeral culture exploring the relationship between traffic, transit and mortality.
A multi-course dinner highlighting autumn produce and locally sourced seasonal ingredients.
Creative Coding Amsterdam hosts an introduction to making pixel art and retro games with the PICO-8 virtual machine.
A Friday night party featuring local selectors playing a blend of house, funk, and global dance cuts.
Electronic beats and club music take over the industrial former artisan school in Amsterdam West.
An exhibition exploring the intersection of Lutheran faith, openness, and queer community history in Amsterdam.
Hands-on clay modelling workshop guiding participants through basic sculpting and shaping techniques.
A playful family afternoon combining casual games of bingo with food and entertainment.
Musicians from the resident orchestra step out into smaller chamber formations for a Hungarian-themed programme.
A weekly social dance night featuring salsa, bachata, and reggaeton.
Amsterdams Allooi leads a festive communal sing-along of holiday classics in the intimate canal-side theatre.
An evening devoted to fresh oysters and paired drinks at the hotel's bar.
The University of Amsterdam’s archaeology museum displays ancient glassware from Roman, Egyptian, and Mediterranean collections.
A guided walk from the historic Red Light District house highlighting influential women in the city's social history.
The town square fills with stalls offering fresh produce, cheese, fish, clothes and household wares.
A club night dedicated to classic and contemporary jungle and drum and bass selections.
The Dutch designer displays playful sculptures and everyday design objects repurposed from obsolete collectables and materials.
The rising Scandinavian string quartet takes on Schubert's famously intense chamber masterwork.
The Surinamese-Dutch comedian brings his solo cabaret show examining control, expectations, and personal growth.
Gunther von Hagens's exhibition of plastinated human bodies, focusing on the anatomical science of happiness and wellbeing.
The Dutch-Brazilian net artist, known for using websites as canvases, presents his book-based and printed projects.
Nine contemporary artists of Moluccan descent examine their roots, shared heritage and cultural identity through varied media.
An immersive audiovisual screening pairing the British band's music with large-format digital visuals projected across walls and floors.
An exhibition exploring the movement, culture and sensory experience of swimming through contemporary art.
An art exhibition exploring modern self-representation and collective belonging in the converted NDSM shipyard.
A contemporary drama following an estranged father and son clashing in rural Greece amid encroaching industrial interests.
The Dutch textile artist is internationally acclaimed for her tactile wool felt works dyed with heritage plants she cultivates herself.
Photographer Tomás Mauro presents a participatory project connecting strangers through portraits and written notes.
An exhibition exploring the history and lived experiences of the Moluccan community in Amsterdam seventy-five years after their arrival in the Netherlands.
A live set of cabaret, theater, or song in the venue's intimate tapassalon.
A community theatre performance using framing and imagery to explore personal stories in an uplifting narrative format.
An open-air photography exhibition displayed along the boulevard at the Sloterplas.
A theatrical adaptation of Henrik Ibsen's classic domestic tragedy exploring family secrets and inherited guilt.
The university heritage museum displays ancient glassware alongside recent research into classical glassmaking techniques.
A group presentation featuring work by established names of modern and street-influenced art.
The museum surveys the intense, psychological canvases and watercolours of the Dutch Expressionist painter.
The renowned South African visual activist presents photographic portraits documenting Black LGBTQIA+ communities.
A retrospective survey dedicated to the Dutch artist best known for his minimalist wire sculptures, drawings, and luminous cityscape silhouettes.
The sustainable Amsterdam fashion house hosts a temporary boutique featuring its latest collection alongside discounted archival pieces.
Experimental ensemble Jam With Humans stages an evening of interactive music and improvisation inside an independent bookshop.
The emerging photographer presents work examining memory, personal archives and unseen perspectives of family life.
Local performers, musicians, and comedians take the stage for short sets at this West neighbourhood arts venue.
A retrospective examining the foundational 1970s and 80s work of the seminal Dutch video-art distribution and research platform.
An immersive digital light and projection experience that surrounds visitors with life-sized prehistoric creatures in their ancient habitats.
Artist Miquel Hervás Gómez leads a hands-on workshop transforming publication waste into fresh handmade sheets of paper.
The emerging Austrian string quartet performs as part of the European Concert Hall Organisation's emerging talent showcase.
A guided walking tour through the modernist sanatorium complex designed by Jan Duiker in Hilversum.
A behind-the-scenes guided tour through the concert halls, backstage areas, and modern architecture of the waterfront music venue.
The annual showcase exhibition spotlights standout graduation work by newly emerging artists from Dutch art academies.
The Dutch pioneer of internet art presents digital works examining how computational materials interact with physical space.
Portraits and personal histories chronicling the community surrounding Amsterdam's Portuguese Synagogue.
Children follow clues through the library in a themed treasure hunt marking Dutch Children's Book Week.
A mixed-media showcase in the shipyard warehouse investigating aquatic movement and bodily immersion.
A personal storytelling session recounting experiences and legacies connected to the Holocaust.
Choir director Hans Veldhuizen leads a communal singing session dedicated to classic and modern cinematic scores.
An outdoor sculpture garden exhibiting contemporary three-dimensional artworks amidst landscaped grounds.
Artists in the NDSM shipyard explore self-portraiture, digital image manipulation, and narcissism in modern culture.
Practical studio session introducing ceramic glazing techniques, finishes, and colour application for pottery.
A deep-dive recital focused on Beethoven's dazzling and technically demanding Opus 53 piano sonata.
The Dutch comedian, presenter and online personality previews her solo cabaret performance.
Textile artist Claudy Jongstra pairs her signature felted, raw wool pieces with works by guest artists exploring sustainable material processes.
French-born comedian Maeva Dolle brings her comedy to the stage.
A nostalgic, travelling dance party designed primarily for older adults, featuring classic ballroom and pop hits.
Guided tours exploring the city archives and the monumental 1920s architecture of the former bank building on Vijzelstraat.
Guided walks around the historic country estate in Heemstede, where botanist Carl Linnaeus once worked as court physician and garden director.
The Dutch jazz trio reinterprets Beethoven's classical repertoire through modern jazz arrangements.
A guided walking and sketching excursion exploring the surrounding streets with drawing materials in hand.
A tactile scale model allows visitors to experience the architecture of the waterfront and the Arcam building through touch.
A community creative making session hosted at the contemporary art space in Amsterdam-Noord.
A Friday afternoon drinks cabaret blending stand-up comedy and performance to kick off the weekend.
South African artist Yonela Makoba presents a performance grounded in the traditional Xhosa ritual of iTi.
An exhibition showcasing contemporary visual art and cross-disciplinary projects from the Low Countries.
A night of live music and party sounds at the waterside venue in Amsterdam-Noord.
The international piano trio pairs classic Romantic works with twentieth-century chamber music by Rebecca Clarke.
A session exploring drawing, movement and improvised visual art.
Contemporary artists explore selfhood and belonging in a collaborative group exhibition.
An exhibition dedicated to the mid-century rescue and reconstruction of historic wooden windmills and houses along the Zaan.
Retrospective covering the long career of the celebrated Haarlem painter known for his atmospheric still lifes and studio interiors.
A public showing of an art collection housed inside the former mint depository.
The celebrated Dutch sculptor shows expressive works crafted from handblown glass, textile, and ceramics.
A live classical concert showcasing a selection of chamber music works.
A guided walk through the photography museum's temporary exhibition inside its canal house galleries.
An evening of mystery and theatrical storytelling at the foodbar venue.
The annual national dance showcase brings performances, premieres and installations across Maastricht.
Club Prime's resident DJs deliver an energetic mix of hip-hop, R&B, and dance classics near Rembrandtplein.
An exhibition at the museum of Lutheran history exploring the heritage and resilience of the queer community.
The Amsterdams Kleinkunst Festival hosts an intimate cabaret and literary stage night named in honour of Ramses Shaffy.
Classical piano duo Beth & Flo blend virtuosic playing on four hands with theatrical cabaret and sketch comedy.
An interdisciplinary afternoon exploring art publications and cinema at the canal-house art space.
The German-French pianist performs a solo recital of core classical piano works.
Interactive community project exchanging handwritten postcards with library visitors to explore social connections.
Participants in a four-day training demonstrate and playtest prototype serious games designed to explore urban planning and civic challenges.
A live music gathering spotlighting local talent in the creative warehouse space.
A gathering of regional blues musicians for an evening of live sets in Zaandam.
The British artist shows her distinctive hand-drawn textiles and figurative work confronting personal and societal grief.
A showcase exploring micro-housing, modular design, and efficient urban living solutions at Haarlem's architecture centre.
A visual arts exhibition spotlighting local creative talent and community stories.
Solo theatre and cabaret performance by Leon Brill at the casual dining and performance venue.
Theatre maker Sarah Jonker presents a physical, messy performance piece.
A night of alternative entertainment in the vintage-styled living room venue.
The Dutch painter and illustrator displays works celebrating female bodies, desire, and bodily vulnerability through soft, vibrant color.
An exhibition exploring the modernist architecture and legacy of Willem Marinus Dudok.
The Dutch artist, a co-founder of the Nul movement, is celebrated for his serial assemblages of found and discarded everyday objects.
Theater Bellevue stages a long-running theatrical production.
An exhibition exploring life and permanence through printmaking and graphic arts.
An exhibition reflecting on family, memory loss, and grief at the national museum dedicated to funeral heritage.
An exhibition considering the intersection of natural ecology and human epochs at the NDSM-based art space.
The Dutch artist displays whimsical ceramic creatures and eccentric character sculptures.
Neo-classical composer Eric Christian and concert pianist Nino Gvetadze perform an evening of ambient and classical piano works.
An art installation probing the fraught and porous boundary between natural environments and human culture.
A stand-up comedy showcase featuring a lineup of Dutch-language comedians.
An open participatory singing gathering held at the Jordaan neighbourhood theatre cafe.
The Dutch comedian and impressionist tests out material for her solo theatre show.
An exhibition focusing on the post-war Dutch avant-garde collective that united artists and architects in search of new functional forms.
A guided public nature walk through the heathland and protected wetland reserve near Hilversum.
Community repair event where volunteers help fix broken household appliances, clothing, electronics, and bicycles.
A late-night electronic music party running through the early morning hours.
View a private collection of paintings, sculptures, and etchings housed in a historic building beside the Munttoren.
The live outfit delivers an evening of rock, funk, and blues covers at the long-running live music bar.
A display of freestyle brushwork on Chinese rice paper, exploring dynamic floral forms and vivid color.
The Dutch-Uruguayan photographer shows portraits exploring identity, gender and cultural belonging in the museum's project space.
The Egyptian-French artist presents playful conceptual works examining language, diplomacy, and bureaucratic rituals.
Take a self-guided 90-minute walking route exploring the history and architecture around the Oosterdok basin.
The Dutch fine art photographer presents contemplative black-and-white prints examining emotional resonance, ageing, and natural transition.
An exhibition exploring personal roots, collective memory, and future visions through contemporary art and research.
A photography and art exhibition exploring local urban stories and community life around the park and neighbourhood.
An art exhibition exploring natural and urban environments through varied creative perspectives in the historic wooden church.
Resident artists, artisans, and makers from the Zaandam creative hub exhibit their latest collaborative work.
The improvising ensemble performs a live set blending free jazz and theatrical elements to launch their new record.
Borrowing Orwell's Animal Farm maxim, this group exhibition gathers contemporary work addressing power structures and human-nonhuman hierarchies.
An exhibition exploring shared histories of freedom and anti-colonial struggle across Suriname, the Antilles, and Indonesia.
The Copenhagen-based artist plays melancholic, collage-like pop pieces built from his 2024 debut on Posh Isolation.
An outdoor high-intensity interval training session designed to build strength and cardiovascular fitness in the forest.
French painter Lou Ros and South Korean artist Sanghyuk Kim present expressive mixed-media paintings and figurative works.
An interactive photography exhibition exploring personal identity and solitude through images and visitor participation.
Explore the long career of the Haarlem painter and watercolourist through works preserved from his studio on the Spaarne.
A film screening inside the casual cafe-restaurant in the Houthavens.
Marinka Reuten shows subtle, atmospheric works evoking dappled sunlight filtering through trees.
The Dutch comedy collective returns to the stage with their dark, character-driven cabaret sketches.
A live intimate performance presented at the boutique theater and tapas venue.
A short, close-up live music or theater act in the venue's vintage salon setting.
The Dutch ceramic artist displays his imaginative, brightly colored sculptural creatures.
Koentact opens its doors for free trial lessons, language level assessments, and an introduction to its teaching methods.
Robert Zandvliet showcases large-scale paintings inspired by historical concepts of the Persian garden.
A social Sunday afternoon tea dance featuring classic swing, pop, and ballroom tunes.
The German painter presents atmospheric, layered landscapes that blur the line between real wilderness and internal psychological spaces.
The gallery devoted to outsider, neurodivergent, and non-normative artists presents a collaborative mixed-media exhibition.
The Beijing-born visual artist and designer exhibits work engaging with physical exercise, discipline, and historical iconography.
Dutch artist Ineke Oostveen presents personal figurative work exploring adulthood and maturity.
Polish artist Mikołaj Sobczak presents work interrogating historical narratives, queer resistance, and national mythmaking.
The university gallery explores how artists and scientists interpret different dimensions of perception and truth.
A communal singing session held in the test building on the Marineterrein grounds.
The annual graduation show brings together standout fine art graduates from art academies across the Netherlands.
The restaurant-club hybrid hosts a night of dance music curated alongside the NOBLESSE collective.
Students receive free admission or half-price tickets to stage productions and workshops across the venue's autumn programme.
A joint video screening program featuring experimental moving-image works by Korakrit Arunanondchai, Anne-Mie Van Kerckhoven, Jota Mombaça, and Larry Achiampong.
Jacob and Robert bring their underground mixed-media comedy and variety night to the Grand Hotel Amrâth.
Lady Marmalade hosts an open-mic and spoken-word night inviting audiences to listen and speak up.
The veteran Dutch conceptual artist and biologist displays poetic works assembled from dried leaves, earth, and found natural elements.
The Dutch artist presents vividly coloured, apocalyptic drawings and paintings populated by sci-fi, occult, and cosmic imagery.
The Cuban artist presents conceptual work examining digital culture and alternative distribution networks outside formal online systems.
Pakistani contemporary artists Amra Khan, Naira Mushtaq, and Sehr Jalil show work questioning gender, ritual, and societal norms.
An exhibition exploring the design, social life, and evolution of public pavement space in post-war Amsterdam.
A group show inside the historic wooden church gathers works that interpret and reframe natural and built environments.
An exhibition exploring ideas of refuge, space, and belonging through contemporary visual art at the Flemish cultural centre.
A group exhibition engaging with queer identity, memory and imagined futures in dialogue with the museum's historic religious setting.
A regular walking group in West for staying active and meeting local neighbours.
The Indigenous Surinamese activist and community organizer speaks about cultural preservation and Indigenous rights.
The Dutch artist exhibits her monumental, intricately detailed charcoal drawings inspired by untamed nature and human psychology.
The Dutch jazz vocalist and guitarist presents an evening of intimate standards and personal songs.
The Renaissance-era town hall opens its historic council chamber and collection of paintings for self-guided exploration.
The Dutch comedian performs her stand-up solo about the realities of parenting and family life.
A joint exhibition pairing Lou Ros's deconstructed figurative painting with Sanghyuk Kim's contemporary artistic practice.
An afternoon tea dance and social gathering for the local LGBTQ+ community.
A guided walk through the museum's permanent display charting the citizens, industries, and culture of Haarlem over several centuries.
The Dutch chamber group marks Valentine's Day with an intimate classical performance.
An audio-guided walking tour exploring the neighbourhood through women's voices, personal histories and urban memories.
A neighbourhood-focused exhibition chronicling community life, social changes, and resident experiences in the Indische Buurt.
The historic artists' society mounts a group exhibition centered on green themes, ecology, and nature.
A contemporary dance and performance piece exploring body language, movement, and urban rhythms.
The broadcast recording brings citizens and experts together for a moderated live debate on pressing social and political issues.
A club night dedicated to house music and its various underground subgenres.
Musicians Luc Saha and Pao Pamaki lead an ambient, ceremonial sound journey with acoustic and world instruments.
A group art exhibition exploring the messy, uncertain transition into adulthood.
The Dutch-Moroccan comedian and actor tests material for his solo stand-up show.
A printmaking exhibition presented by the Grafein foundation showcasing diverse contemporary relief, intaglio, and screen-printing techniques.
The neighbourhood light-art initiative opens its latest run of community-focused installations.
A multi-act live lineup featuring sets from Intercity Direct, Lady Overdrive, Glass Ceiling and DJ Herman Bosui.
Contemporary artists challenge the rigid botanical classification systems established by 18th-century taxonomist Carl Linnaeus.
A contemporary stage performance using sound, silence, and physical movement to investigate sensory overload.
A period exhibition showcasing daily family life, interiors and traditions of historic regional residents.
The photographer presents his debut solo exhibition of visual work.
An art exhibition confronting ruin, aftermath, and rebuilding in the Rokin club rooms.
An exhibition sharing community stories, recycled treasures and sustainable making from the neighbourhood hub.
A short live performance by comedian and theatre maker Leon Brill.
A historical presentation tracing traditional women's clothing, headwear, and customs of Volendam.
An exhibition and presentation exploring the spatial and visual language of road markings, transit zones, and temporary infrastructure.
An outdoor community arts and gardening project situated on the new sand-spit development of Strandeiland.
The Dutch co-founder of the Nul movement displays his signature assemblages made from discarded mass-produced everyday objects.
The Dutch artist shows her large-scale, intricate charcoal drawings exploring the intersections of lush vegetation and urban human presence.
A shared cabaret bill featuring sets from Robin Bleeker and Bas van der Meulen.
Annemarie Libbers facilitates an intimate creative writing and lyrical composition session.
The Dutch sculptor shows new geometric, spatial works fashioned from industrial iron and steel.
Riverside bar and restaurant on the Amstel hosting regular community drinks, food, and social events.
A multi-band alternative music night showcasing Eilander, Les Mazoetans, and Zaphyria.
Musical comedy duo Anne & Bas test out their cabaret revue.
Youth theatre school students perform an original staging about growing up, time passing, and everyday routines.
The Croatian contemporary artist re-examines modernist heritage, institutional memory, and collective history through painting and display structures.
A visual art exhibition exploring botanical forms and verdant textures on view near Oosterdok.
A contemporary art exhibition exploring personal, collective, and sensory representations of memory.
An intimate visual art exhibition staged inside the quirky local church venue.
A theatrical production presented on the Leidseplein stage.
Frederique Arnold and Thijs Miedema present a short theatrical performance.
A local networking evening and speed-dating session organised for city-centre residents.
The local amateur chamber orchestra presents a symphonic classical programme.
Progressive rock and folk-inspired singer-songwriter Anton Roolaart performs a quiet, attentive listening set.
The French artist exhibits delicate ceramic sculptures alongside drawings that blend organic shapes with architectural forms.
The Dutch comedy duo test out new material in an intimate try-out show.
A repair and craft session teaching participants how to pulp and recycle old paper into new sheets.
Artists Mia Weiner and Johnny Mae Hauser explore physical form and connection through collaborative contemporary works.
Visual artist Elise van Staveren presents work reflecting on mortality and human limits.
An intimate stand-up comedy night hosted in the cultural basement venue.
Joep Vermolen presents a short cabaret and comedy set.
An exhibition on local history reflecting on everyday village life and disrupted heritage.
An informal creative writing meetup where writers of all levels gather to work on prompts and share drafts.
A guided tour exploring the architecture, council chambers, and history of the historic town hall.
An exhibition of artwork depicting the historic defensive gates that once guarded the perimeter of Haarlem.
Swimming classes tailored for children and adults with physical disabilities or chronic conditions.
A three-day workshop exploring voice, movement, and collaborative performance techniques.
Visual artist Leroy Berger presents new work engaging with Siberian indigenous language, memory and landscape.
The Italian artist installs a project drawing on dystopian fiction, linguistic shifts, and alternative historical narratives in the gallery's project space.
A free neighbourhood fitness and gentle exercise class for women looking to stay active and meet others.
An exhibition tracing the environmental and economic histories of petroleum extraction and cotton farming.
A group contemporary exhibition exploring repetition, rhythm, and artistic revision.
Sculptor Gaston Bannier presents works at this studio and outdoor display space.
A library exhibition tracing local histories and personal memories through shared narratives.
An exhibition and performance program examining how bodies, audiences, and politics occupy both the public square and the theatrical stage.
A retrospective exhibition celebrating the life and creative output of the artist at the cultural hub named for the Dutch singer.
An exhibition spotlighting twelve community-led neighbourhood projects from across Amsterdam.
Members of the local Nieuw-West photography club present their recent observational and community work.
A weekly club night focused on commercial house music.
Founders, investors, and policymakers gather for rooftop drinks and discussion on European artificial intelligence strategy.
A two-person dialogue between painter Han Schuil and installation-focused artist Ricardo van Eyk.
Emerging artist Klaartje van Essen presents new sculptural and installation work developed during her De Ateliers residency.
The central bank showcases pieces from its corporate art collection exploring unexpected perspectives and hidden details.
A critical exhibition revisiting how social background and class privilege shape the careers and institutions of the contemporary art world.
A development programme for Zuidoost residents under 30 looking to build practical skills and professional networks.
A theatre performance exploring the aftermath and personal impact of a fateful accident.
Dutch abstract painter Paul Drissen shows geometric, collage-based paintings that balance modernist order with playful, provisional forms.
Entrepreneurs, tech talent, and early-stage investors connect at an informal startup networking evening.
A weekly student-focused club night spanning hip-hop, house and R&B on Leidseplein.
The theatre-maker presents a contemporary solo performance piece.
A gallery group show probing land, material, and ecological uncertainties through contemporary painting and sculpture.
The artist-run space presents a collaborative exhibition exploring how personal and collective trauma are held and recalled.
The project room hosts a companion contemporary installation focused on transformation and growth.
Artists Amra Khan, Naira Mushtaq, and Sehr Jalil present works exploring history, memory, and how objects outlive their original functions.
A community storytelling workshop focusing on sharing and illuminating personal narratives.
Prints and drawings by the Dutch artist exploring mortality and the human body, displayed in the funeral museum's cafe.
An art dealership presents works by female artists, available with trial home placements.
A weekly group singing class working through swing and light vocal arrangements for local vocalists.
A dual exhibition pairing sculptural earthworks with folded textile compositions.
An exhibition of surviving drawings, crafts, and memorabilia by the two sisters from the well-known regional industrial family.
A group exhibition examining how human presence, touch, and collective memory reverberate across material objects.
Fraukje and Marijn present a short theatre performance.
A local librarian reads illustrated children's stories aloud during an informal drop-in session for young kids and parents.
The historic artists' society hosts an event delving into a lost or hidden art-world title.
An evening of Dutch stand-up comedy featuring an evolving lineup of established and emerging performers.
An artist-led tour exploring the exhibition through personal stories and creative insights.
A storytelling performance tracing the poignant journey of a young, courageous girl named Annetje.
Open outdoor play sessions for children at the local Erfgooiers playground.
An architectural exhibition examining post-war reconstruction urbanism and its contemporary renovations in Haarlem's Parkwijk.
A professional development workshop focused on career direction and leadership strategies for women.
A musical performance and story session blending poetic storytelling with live accompaniment.
An evening event inside the Westergas cultural complex.
The waterfront jazz institution offers access to live-streamed concerts and an archive of past performances.
A pavement-facing window exhibition space hosts an open-ended art installation.
An evening dedicated to emerging literary talent and new debut writers, hosted by the Editio writing platform.
Short-form fringe theatre staged as part of the venue's ongoing rotation of twenty-minute performances.
A short theatrical performance staged in the intimate rooms of the Staatsliedenbuurt tapas-theatre.
The independent project space hosts a contemporary visual art exhibition.
A monthly drop-in advice session offering De Pijp residents aged 60 and over practical guidance on living independently at home.
A neighbourhood library presents an exhibition of work by the artist.
Anne Cappendijk presents an artistic exploration of public grief rituals, commemoration and everyday losses.
A group show featuring works by Vincent Verhoef, Justus de Rode, and Maria Kley.
A business conference bringing together entrepreneurs, founders, and investors for keynotes, workshops, and networking.
A temporary display of contemporary art works.
A practical, hands-on workshop teaching researchers foundational data analysis and programming skills using the statistical software R.
This scheduled theatrical performance by Nadav Vissel has been cancelled.
Singer Luca Warmer's theatrical concert exploring heroics and mask-wearing has been cancelled.
Saturday 3 October
The Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra takes symphonic masterworks into the arena for a large-scale live production.
The Canadian progressive metal band, fronted by Courtney LaPlante, play their heavy riffs and soaring choruses on a major arena tour.
Resident artists, sculptors, and designers throw open their warehouse studios at the former shipyard for the weekend.
A massed vocal and instrumental ensemble performs Steve Reich's sprawling 1984 masterpiece setting the poetry of William Carlos Williams.
The Dutch national particle physics institute opens its research laboratories and detectors to the public for the national science weekend.
A hands-on introduction to the traditional Japanese lacquerware technique of sprinkling gold or silver powder onto designs.
A playful scavenger hunt guiding visitors through the artists' shipping-container studios and creative spaces.
A drop-in session exploring plant structures and botanical details up close under microscope lenses.
English-language stand-up comedy at the Eastern Docklands storytelling cafe.
The multi-instrumentalist singer-songwriter, known for her layered loop-pedal performances on social media, takes the stage.
A gentle sensory theatre performance designed specifically for toddlers and young children.
Harpsichordist and conductor Christophe Rousset directs Les Talens Lyriques in the French composer's dramatic 1723 choral requiem.
Hands-on outdoor crafting and building activities for children at the sprawling nature playground.
A private hands-on pottery class where couples can try wheel throwing together and pick up their fired work later.
A flea market inside the historic church selling antique homewares, collectables, and retro clothing.
The legendary Dutch rave collective hosts an electronic dance party featuring an underground lineup at Lofi.
The Viennese indie-rock supergroup brings their 90s-inspired guitar pop and tight vocal harmonies to the stage.
The contemporary African arts festival presents a double bill of dance and theatre tracing personal and cultural journeys.
A guided autumn boat excursion navigating the waterways and woodland canals of the Amsterdam Forest.
The university opens its labs and facilities for public demonstrations, experiments, and workshops as part of the national science weekend.
A guided walk departing from the Homomonument traces the history of LGBTQ+ emancipation and activism across central Amsterdam.
An evening salon exploring fairy tales, folklore, and esoteric stories inside the centre for hermetic philosophy.
A three-hour guided painting class working with acrylics to capture seasonal city views from a rooftop terrace.
Richard Kelly's 2001 cult sci-fi film follows a troubled teenager visited by a menacing figure in a rabbit suit.
Stalls set up at the former neighbourhood bathhouse offering secondhand garments, retro accessories, and vintage finds.
A cross-cultural performance interweaving traditional Portuguese fado songs with Indian classical Kathak dance.
Participants learn to prepare traditional Spanish small plates in a hands-on culinary workshop.
An evening dedicated to Iranian protest culture, human rights, and solidarity through music, talks, and performance.
Adults learn the distinctive decorative tile-making techniques characteristic of the early twentieth-century Amsterdam School architectural movement.
An early-morning silent viewing through the modern and contemporary art galleries before regular museum hours.
The celebrated children's book illustrator joins a fairytale-themed fashion parade for young audiences.
A themed club night celebrating the disco and pop catalogue of ABBA alongside seventies and eighties hits.
A community fair showcasing reused materials, upcycled crafts, and sustainable products at the neighbourhood garden.
The American indie-pop singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist plays Paradiso's intimate basement room.
The historic waterside pub in Nieuwendam takes part in the citywide celebration of traditional brown cafés with drinks and music.
An English-language guided tour taking visitors behind the scenes of Amsterdam's premier repertory theatre.
An animated coming-of-age feature screening as part of the annual celebration of Japanese cinema.
Led by composer and guitarist Kildjate Moussa, the group performs Tuareg desert blues and Saharan rock.
Complimentary guided walks through the ethnographic galleries, introducing cultural collections from around the globe.
Kazuo Mori’s classic 1959 jidai-geki swordsman drama screens as part of the festival's retrospective selection.
A dramatic production reflecting on the life and legacy of Indonesia's first president.
A Saturday morning reading and story session for young children at the specialist children's bookshop.
A hands-on crafting session using vintage beads to design and make custom jewellery.
A weekly Saturday afternoon drag-hosted bingo with cash prizes at this long-running gay bar.
The Dutch contemporary piano specialist explores minimalist and post-minimalist keyboard works.
A screen-free social gathering dedicated to quiet journaling, letter-writing, and focused creative work without digital distractions.
Theater Hutsepot stages an imaginative puppet performance designed for children aged four and up.
An evening of live underground music in the bunker beneath the Vondelpark.
A youth theatre performance based on Pim Lammers and Milja Praagman's picture book about identity and self-acceptance.
A screening of the Japanese film presented as part of the annual Camera Japan festival.
A participatory family weekend combining live sound and visual elements to explore sensory blending.
An evening of short presentations on internet culture, digital frictions, and modern technology hosted by the media collective.
Participants rotate through quick, structured conversations designed to meet new people and make friends in the city.
A live music night showcasing contemporary and traditional sounds from Istanbul's music scene.
The Amsterdam-based artist combines storytelling, dance, and vocal performance to investigate resonance and embodiment.
The Indian-born stand-up comedian performs a solo hour of observational comedy.
The inventive American guitarist, banjoist, and composer shifts between experimental jazz, free improvisation, and intricate art-pop songs.
The Japanese cinema festival screens this feature as part of its annual programme.
A children's theatre production based on Pim Lammers' celebrated picture book about self-expression and being yourself.
A festival screening of the contemporary Japanese drama exploring everyday encounters and railway journeys.
An evening bridging Portuguese fado and Argentine tango, played in a historic former church.
A double bill of Japanese cinema screened as part of the Camera Japan festival programme.
The Japanese cinema festival screens this contemporary feature at the neighbourhood arthouse cinema.
A community festival dedicated to water, ecology, and sensory exploration around the Sloterplas lake in Nieuw-West.
Knitters gather with Stephen West to work on the first instalment of the annual mystery knit-along project.
A guided walking tour exploring the social housing architecture and historic working-class residential developments of Amsterdam West.
A screening of the contemporary Japanese indie drama at the West cinema.
An evening of forward-looking electronic, club, and experimental sounds featuring live sets and boundary-pushing audio-visual work.
Traditional Dutch hand puppets Jan Klaassen and Katrijn entertain young audiences with comedic misadventures.
A large-scale dance party celebrating classic rave and house culture inside Rotterdam's industrial former grain silo.
A screening from the Japanese film festival's programme at the neighbourhood cinema.
A club night catering to an older crowd with hip-hop, R&B, and dancehall beats.
The Japanese cinema festival screens this feature as part of its broad film programme.
A live groove session built on funk, soul, and rhythm-driven improvisation led by the vocalist.
The Cardiff-born pop singer-songwriter plays his upbeat, guitar-driven tracks.
Children's Book Week craft activities themed around the classic Dutch cat characters created by Mies Bouhuys and Fiep Westendorp.
The string ensemble plays music by the Russian twentieth-century master inside the nineteenth-century church.
The Iranian-Dutch artist brings his fusion of Persian melodies and contemporary sounds to an in-store showcase at the record store.
The Dutch singer-songwriter performs her atmospheric indie-folk songs in an intimate wooden church.
A joint evening presenting dance piece Performance D alongside live music from Amsterdam-based singer Bahghi.
The Dutch urban and R&B artist brings her vocal-led tracks to Paradiso's upstairs room.
The community workshop opens to visitors interested in learning crafts, woodworking, and hands-on making.
Live jazz comes to the student cultural centre's café as part of the touring Cotton Jazz series.
The emerging artist performs a live set blending electronic beats, pop hooks, and personal lyricism.
A club night soundtracked by selections of Latin grooves, house, and percussive dance rhythms.
The university library opens up its special collections and research archives to the public for Science Weekend.
A participatory evening of devotional call-and-response chanting and community gathering inside the historic canal-side church.
The Dutch-Moroccan comedian and social-media creator, known for his character Sloegie, performs solo stand-up.
Participants learn traditional millinery techniques to craft their own bridal headpiece using deadstock 1950s materials.
The chamber string ensemble performs classical repertoire in the historic church.
An art history lecture exploring the life, polka dots, infinity rooms, and vibrant motifs of the Japanese avant-garde artist.
An open-air community stage by the lake showcasing emerging local performance and musical talent from Amsterdam Nieuw-West.
A community clothes swap where visitors can bring wearable garments and pick out second-hand replacements.
A community clothes swap where visitors bring good-quality unwanted garments and pick out replacements.
An informal gathering for book lovers, writers, and theatregoers featuring drinks, conversation, and literary culture.
A theatrical production exploring themes of security, isolation, and domestic tension.
Local performers compete across dance, music, and spoken word in Amsterdam Nieuw-West's annual neighbourhood talent contest.
A community clothes swap where residents exchange pre-owned garments for second-hand items.
Children make their own bookmarks at this creative crafting session tied to nature-themed children's literature.
An exhibition of paintings exploring natural landscapes, memory, and personal emotion.
An Italian-language variety show reviving the tradition of satirical sketches, poetry, and musical interludes.
A biographical musical celebrating the life and songbook of Dutch cabaret artist and singer Frans Halsema.
The curators lead a walk through the exhibition exploring how personal and collective memories take physical form.
A guided walking tour through the neighbourhood departing from the community-run social hub in De Baarsjes.
A classical duo performance pairing classical guitar with cello in an intimate setting.
A presentation celebrating the illustrated children's book crafted by illustrator Noëlle Smit and late artist Sieb Posthuma.
Vocal duo Estér y Alain perform a repertoire of Spanish-language songs exploring love, desire, and the joy of living.
The Dutch writer leads a reading session and creative workshop for families in the bookstore.
An outdoor screening of the documentary about local nature and allotment gardening.
A theatrical revue drawing on cabaret, music, and irreverent comedy.
A free exchange where visitors can drop off usable secondhand items or pick up clothes, books, and household goods.
The veteran American jazz singer coaches vocalists on technique, phrasing, and improvisation.
A small-scale contemporary performance evening presenting work in progress and multidisciplinary pieces.
A daytime dance gathering playing classic tunes for LGBTQ+ people aged 55 and over.
Experimental sound, language, and performance art come together as part of the grassroots theatre festival.
The Dutch comedian and philosopher brings her wry, deadpan observations on modern anxieties to the stage.
A double bill of homegrown heavy metal and hard rock at the long-running Leidseplein rock bar.
The acclaimed American cellist and pedagogue coaches conservatory students in a public masterclass.
The Dutch artist duo presents a live performance related to their work exploring landscapes, navigation, and human perception.
A live recording of the history podcast exploring this year's themes alongside guest historians at the landmark bookstore.
A reunion-themed electronic club night bringing together local DJs and dance music fans.
A contemporary Dutch stage production examining power dynamics and intimacy.
Volunteers spend the morning maintaining and planting the floating gardens along the Boerenwetering canal in De Pijp.
A lecture examining how visual artists use personal and cultural identity as a tool for political protest and resistance.
The creative hub and working space opens its doors to the public with studios and projects on display.
A solo acoustic concert in the setting of the Spuistraat church.
An evening of live experimental performance and music at the intimate Roode Bioscoop theatre.
The community initiative celebrates its third anniversary at the neighbouring playground association.
The Dutch sculptor exhibits works balancing industrial mechanisms, porcelain, and tactile organic forms.
The Dutch indie-pop singer-songwriter performs theatrical, emotionally driven pop songs.
A practical workshop offering techniques to overcome anxiety and deliver presentations with greater confidence.
A Dutch-language guided backstage tour exploring the stages, history, and inner workings of the municipal theatre.
A party or club night built around upbeat, danceable music.
The neighbourhood community hub marks its third anniversary with an open gathering in Flevopark.
A fast-paced hard techno night featuring Chilean DJ Zaphy alongside local selectors.
A one-day exhibition and seminar event connecting international residents with local services, recruiters, housing specialists, and communities in Eindhoven.
An interactive theatrical production exploring the dynamics, tensions, and intimacy of modern romantic relationships.
Community clinic appointments offering traditional acupuncture and cupping therapy.
A casual co-working morning for developers to work on side projects and chat over coffee.
A live recording of the Dutch current affairs radio talk show and public debate program.
The contemporary art centre opens its archive to researchers and visitors interested in its history of exhibitions and performances.
A guided meditation session focusing on Buddhist methods for cultivating inner peace and letting go of resistance.
A practical tech talk explaining how the team planned, engineered, and shipped an application in a fourteen-day sprint.
A masterclass and talk on art and cultural entrepreneurship for theatre and arts producers.
A weekend party mixing house, hits, and club classics at the Rembrandtplein venue.
A mobile advice desk set up on the street to give residents guidance on home insulation, heat pumps, and reducing energy bills.
An open peer-support gathering for young adults dealing with grief and the loss of a loved one.
A museum tour led in Dutch Sign Language detailing the history of the Netherlands during the Second World War.
The venue is closed to the public for a private wedding party.
This concert by the American singer-songwriter has been cancelled.
The landmark survey brings together the Japanese artist's signature polka dots, Infinity Mirror Rooms, and monumental soft sculptures.
The Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra performs live orchestral suites composed by Joe Hisaishi for Studio Ghibli classics.
Major paintings, cut-outs, and drawings by Henri Matisse visit from Paris on loan from the French national collection.
Lie down on mats beneath the glass roof of the maritime museum to hear live music by candlelight.
The orchestra marks Christmas Day with its traditional afternoon concert under its future chief conductor.
The monthly open-air design market brings makers, artists and food stalls to the museum lawns.
The Scottish soul and R&B singer brings her powerhouse vocals and anthemic pop catalogue to Amsterdam.
An interactive science and technology exhibition focusing on the history, physics, and programming behind video games.
Stalls selling artisanal produce, hot food and handmade goods rotate through the city's parks on Sundays.
The science museum's hands-on floor lets visitors experiment with everyday engineering, household technology, and clean energy.
The waterfront science museum hosts workshops, demonstrations, and experiments for the nationwide Science Weekend.
The orchestra's incoming chief conductor leads a symphonic pairing of Mozart and Tchaikovsky.
Audiences bring blankets and lie flat underneath the glass courtyard canopy to listen to live classical music.
A major retrospective by the renowned photographer known for monumental landscapes, portraits and atmospheric explorations of human impact.
Over 150 monumental street art murals, painted on-site by international artists, fill a former shipyard warehouse.
Citywide arts festival staging performances, tours, and special events across various participating Amsterdam museums.
The annual multidisciplinary festival celebrates Japanese cinema alongside visual arts, music, and food culture.
Laboratories, universities, and research institutes across the city open their doors to the public with free demonstrations and hands-on experiments.
An exhibition showing the commercial textile patterns, garments, and decorative fabrics designed by the pop artist in the 1950s and 1960s.
The street art museum hosts an exhibition celebrating urban contemporary artists and graffiti culture.
A relaxed, sensory concert format introducing classical sounds and rhythms to babies up to 18 months old.
Hands-on workshops, games, and maritime activities designed for children and families.
An exhibition for children featuring the intricate, detail-rich illustrations of Dutch picture-book maker Charlotte Dematons.
An interactive family exhibition where visitors consult the wise raven to explore themes of nature and human connection across cultures.
A hands-on music-making workshop where kids and parents experiment with unique electronic and acoustic instruments.
An animated digital installation bringing Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's classic novella and its philosophical meditations on life to light.
The comedy troupe stages an improvised sketch show exploring the quirks and realities of expat life in the Dutch capital.
Institutions across Amsterdam open their doors to curious visitors of all ages with interactive exhibits and scientific demos.
Dance event pioneers ID&T present a sensory labyrinth of light, sound, and interactive technology in the Elementenstraat warehouse.
An exhibition showcasing the pop artist's commercial textile designs from the 1950s and 1960s before his rise to fame.
The multi-venue festival across central Haarlem celebrates vinyl culture with record fairs, live music, talks, and listening sessions.
A guided twilight nature walk for children to spot nocturnal wildlife and dusk-hunting animals.
The annual autumn beer festival returns with dozens of Dutch and international bock beers on tap.
The Houston-born stand-up comedian and storyteller, known for his viral specials and prison-memoir routines, performs live.
A Dutch-spoken lecture and concert delving into the rich classical and folk-influenced heritage of Armenian composers.
A family-friendly exhibition showcasing recognisable landmarks of Amsterdam built out of Lego bricks on the NDSM wharf.
Local independent makers, designers, and craftspeople sell handmade wares inside the former tram depot.
Direct conversations and oral histories shared with survivors of the Holocaust.
The festival organisers stage a walkthrough experience using lasers, lights, and electronic soundscapes across several rooms.
The Dutch baroque orchestra teams up with Montreal's Ensemble Constantinople to bridge early Western European music with Persian and Mediterranean traditions.
Local designers, craftspeople, and food vendors set up stalls on Museumplein, running a week early to avoid marathon road closures.
Original stencils, screen prints, and authenticated indoor works by the elusive Bristol street artist are on permanent display.
Learn the basics of stencil graffiti and spray-paint techniques inside the NDSM wharf's museum of street art.
A weekend market offering vintage furniture, design pieces, curiosities, and decorative objects in the historic market hall.
The painter's former home displays etching and drawing techniques to show how Rembrandt pushed the boundaries of his craft.
A multimedia showcase combining digital projections and photography to explore the life and art of the Mexican painter.
The Dutch-Ghanaian hip-hop and soul artist leads an accessible jazz-groove performance designed for families and young children.
The photographer presents vivid, stylised portraits celebrating the fashion and contemporary identity of people from Xinjiang.
The energetic Dutch comedian returns to the stage with his high-paced, family-friendly stand-up show.
STRAAT explores the fundamental visual elements of graffiti culture, from lettering and tags to rhythm and line work.
Morning yoga session held surrounded by Vincent van Gogh's masterworks.
A family exhibition exploring magic, illusions and ritual in Jewish culture and folklore.
The powerhouse American tenor saxophonist leads a heavyweight rhythm section featuring bassist Matt Brewer and drummer Kendrick Scott.
Popular children's musician Dirk Scheele leads songs and movement games based on the famous orange cartoon cat.
The British genre-blending electronic producer performs alongside contemporary Dutch media artist Boris Acket's kinetic light installation.
An immersive digital experience that recreates the streets and canals of seventeenth-century Amsterdam.
A fixed lunch arrangement served at the fortress island of Pampus, accessible by ferry across the IJmeer.
The Estonian conductor leads the Swiss orchestra through Mahler's turbulent and tragic Sixth Symphony.
A practical painting and drawing class focused on composition, colour and expressive brushwork inspired by Vincent van Gogh.
A multi-day design and art market hosted inside the historic former wholesale food hall.
Sculptures by the Dutch modernist, known for his stark geometric forms in steel, leather, and found materials, are installed across the museum's open-air grounds.
The long-running annual tasting event returns to showcase a wide variety of seasonal Dutch autumn bock beers.
The celebrated Dutch recorder virtuoso performs alongside the period-instrument orchestra.
The island fortress examines the psychological and physical experience of isolated military life through historical documents and interactive displays.
A gentle, sensory theatrical performance designed specifically for toddlers and babies.
The idiosyncratic Croatian pianist performs Chopin's lyrical second concerto alongside Mozart's dramatic G-minor symphony.
Four fixtures of Dutch jazz and improvised music come together for an unscripted Bimhuis set.
Outdoor art route placing site-specific sculptures and installations along the walking paths of the Amsterdamse Bos.
The contemporary Spanish-Dutch painter presents new works in dialogue with Francisco de Goya's iconic etchings, Los Disparates.
Renowned chamber choir Cappella Amsterdam sings the intricate, spiritually charged motets of J.S. Bach.
A behind-the-scenes guided tour through the costume departments, stages, and rehearsal halls of the opera house.
Crate-digging market inside the covered passage of De Hallen, featuring independent record vendors selling vinyl across multiple genres.
Amsterdam's chamber orchestra marks the festive season with a programme of seasonal classical works.
Mozart's comic singspiel about backstage theatrical rivalries is performed using traditional wooden marionettes.
Outdoor cooking activities for children using fresh produce harvested directly from the site.
Contemporary dance, theatre, and music by African makers explore themes of land, roots, and belonging under this year's Soil | Soul theme.
The annual performing arts festival presents contemporary dance, theatre and music from artists across the African continent and diaspora.
The multidisciplinary performing arts festival brings contemporary theater, dance, music, and spoken word from across the African continent and its diaspora.
Alan J. Pakula's gripping 1976 political thriller stars Robert Redford and Dustin Hoffman as the Washington Post reporters who broke the Watergate scandal.
The private museum showcases street works, prints, and stencils by the elusive British artist.
Learn the fundamentals of silkscreening and print your own custom design onto t-shirts in this hands-on studio session.
Visitors on the fortress island can observe licensed ornithologists capturing, measuring, and banding wild birds for ongoing scientific research.
A brief, family-friendly Dutch-language opera performance staged on the platform of an Amsterdam metro station.
The idiosyncratic Dutch jazz guitarist and composer plays an intimate set in the historic former stock exchange.
A broad survey of modern and contemporary art, design, and photography from the museum's permanent holdings.
Illusionist Rico Weeland stages an intimate evening of magic, mentalism, and storytelling.
Interactive light and digital installations invite visitors into responsive, mirror-filled rooms.
Stanley Kubrick's razor-sharp Cold War satire follows a frantic bid to stop an unhinged US general from triggering nuclear armageddon.
The presentation examines clothing from 1640 to 1930 that bears physical signs of wear, tailoring, mending, and daily life.
An outdoor and community exhibition presented in collaboration with Middle East Archive, a digital platform documenting everyday life and visual culture across the region.
Take a behind-the-scenes look at the concert hall's architecture and acoustics before attending the free midday performance.
A retrospective dedicated to the influential Indonesian-Dutch industrial and interior designer best known for designing Schiphol Airport's original interiors.
Heather Lenz's 2018 documentary traces the life and career of Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, from conservative post-war Japan to global contemporary stardom.
The veteran Dutch festival organizer hosts its multi-day series of house and techno events for Amsterdam Dance Event.
Visitors sketch inside the Royal Palace on Dam Square as part of the nationwide drawing month.
The Australian author of the bestselling Nevermoor fantasy series appears in conversation with Kirsten König.
Children can drop in to create their own artworks inspired by the museum's collection and exhibitions.
An exhibition celebrating early trailblazers and foundational works in digital and video installation art.
An exhibition tracing decades of LGBTQIA+ community life, activism, pride celebrations, and resilience across Amsterdam.
An outdoor photography exhibition in Amsterdam West presented by Foam and the digital storytelling platform Middle East Archive.
The long-running ensemble mixes fast-paced improv games, sketches, and video comedy sparked by audience suggestions.
The exhibition examines the global supply chains of cocoa, sugar, and palm oil behind the beloved Dutch breakfast staple.
The Dutch fashion designer and artist known for colorful, subversive textiles and dolls presents an installation celebrating individuality.
Studio Ghibli's beloved 1995 animated coming-of-age drama follows a bookish schoolgirl in Tokyo who dreams of becoming a writer.
A guided look inside the striking Amsterdam School landmark, paired with drinks or food in the grand hotel.
The orchestra plays a seasonal programme of celebratory symphonic pieces for the holidays.
Curated screenings highlighting iconic films, cult favourites, and indie classics from the 1990s.
A specialist tour through the world's oldest functioning Jewish library, housed in the Portuguese Synagogue complex.
Sightseeing boats navigate the moat and outer waterways surrounding the star-shaped fortress town.
Creative, hands-on craft and play activities for children aged five and up.
An exhibition featuring the Congolese artists' cooperative CATPC, exploring post-colonial ecology, labour, and restitution.
An intimate, pop-up live jazz session showcasing local musicians inside the 19th-century church.
A guided tasting session exploring the culinary customs and flavours of the Dutch Renaissance in the castle grounds.
Veteran German house producer Ian Pooley joins Amsterdam favourite Merel Helderman behind the decks.
The contemporary art museum's basement level hosts large-scale room projections, light works, and screen-based installations.
Screenings of documentaries, concert films, and cinematic features focused on musical artists and subcultures.
Vocalists Lilian Vieira, Ana Beck, and Viviani Godoy gather around the table for an authentic Brazilian roda de samba session.
The multinational trio play danceable synth-pop built around bright electronic beats and melodic hooks.
The Dutch ensemble presents its annual interpretation of Handel's celebrated choral masterwork.
The historical island fortress examines the physical and psychological toll of prolonged isolation on soldiers stationed there.
Close-up magicians perform sleight of hand right at the tables in a casual pub setting.
The acclaimed Dutch children's book illustrator exhibits her intricately detailed drawings.
Portuguese fado singer LINA_ collaborates with Spanish jazz pianist Marco Mezquida in a modern reinterpretation of traditional Iberian songs.
Sightseeing boat cruises along the scenic Vecht river past historic estates and tea houses.
Historical reenactors demonstrate traditional musket-firing and military drills inside the Naarden fortress museum.
Exhibition dedicated to the people, history, and traditions of Amsterdam's landmark seventeenth-century Portuguese Synagogue.
A guided walking tour sharing personal narratives and historical perspectives on Amsterdam's Black and African diaspora.
Ornithologists demonstrate the process of catching, ringing, and releasing migratory birds stopping over on the fortress island.
The Netherlands Bach Society performs contemplative early music for All Souls' Day in the historic church.
Forest biologist Nico leads a guided nature walk through the Amsterdamse Bos.
Recorder virtuoso Lucie Horsch joins cellist Nicolas Altstaedt and lutenist Thomas Dunford for baroque and early music.
The American artist examines identity, gender, and celebrity culture through self-portraiture that mimics glossy fashion shoots and consumer advertising.
A family weekend of puppet theatre designed to stimulate the senses of young audiences.
A communal dining event pairing food with oral history and personal narratives, presented by KIP Republic and Imagine IC.
Felix Meritis hosts live performances exploring modern electronic music from Brazil as part of the annual festival.
Toddlers and young children get free-jumping access to the trampolines during a session tailored for little ones.
The exhibition highlights textile designs and fabric works created by artists linked to the mid-century avant-garde Cobra movement.
A long-running Sunday afternoon tradition of live jazz sessions in a classic literary café on the canal.
Red Light Radio co-founder Orpheu The Wizard shares the basement booth with Dutch producer and DJ BSS.
A Sinterklaas musical theatre performance tailored for toddlers aged two and up.
An open creative workshop in the museum where visitors experiment with spontaneous painting and mixed media in the CoBrA spirit.
A hands-on workshop guiding participants through traditional cold-process soapmaking using natural ingredients.
A nostalgia-focused club night spinning soundtrack favourites and pop hits from classic nineties and noughties childhood television.
Giegling co-founder DJ Dustin headlines an evening of deep techno and leftfield electronics in the former car repair shop.
A dedicated cinema programme spotlighting seminal films from the 1990s.
A retrospective examining the turbulent life and intensely emotional, colourful paintings of the Dutch modern expressionist.
A hands-on workshop introducing the textiles, dressing traditions and etiquette of the Japanese kimono.
Musicians gather around a table to play acoustic Brazilian samba in the traditional roda circle format.
A self-guided or organised walking route exploring the historic ramparts, castle and waterways of the fortified town.
The queer-oriented electronic club hosts a takeover by the techno collective and event series.
An indoor jump session on connected trampolines and obstacle courses.
Professional artists set up stalls on the Spui square every Sunday to sell paintings, prints, and ceramics directly to passersby.
Performers gather for the tenth edition of the festival dedicated to the expressive, avant-garde Japanese dance form.
Dekmantel co-founder Casper Tielrooij joins long-serving Amsterdam resident Cinnaman for an eclectic club night.
A guided bicycle ride along city canals and neighbourhood streets covering local history and architecture.
Graduating second-year resident artists from the prestigious post-academic institute exhibit their work in the historic Ateliers building.
Two master Italian pianists share the bench for four-hands works on the venue's concert grand.
Showcase spotlighting cutting-edge graduate collections from the Netherlands' top fashion academy alumni.
The craft beer bar marks the Bavarian festival with traditional German beers and seasonal fare.
An interactive, multi-sensory tour of the museum designed specifically for blind and visually impaired visitors.
A late-night live music session built on tight funk, soul, and rhythm-and-blues grooves off Leidseplein.
An evening of personal narratives and performances centring LGBTQ+ experiences and voices.
The restaurant serves a surprise multi-course tasting menu decided entirely by the kitchen, without an à la carte option.
The museum investigates the origins, artist, and identity of the sitter in an enigmatic Golden Age portrait.
A theatrical piece exploring toxic masculinity and modern misogyny through the prism of online influencer Andrew Tate.
A practical culinary class covering milk curdling, pressing and the fundamentals of home cheesemaking.
A children's treasure hunt weaving through the bookshelves as part of the annual national Children's Book Week celebrations.
Organ and classical musicians give daytime performances beneath the vaulted ceiling of the historic canal-side church.
The veteran Japanese jazz pianist leads his dynamic new trio.
A slow, guided session that applies mindfulness techniques to appreciating the museum's paintings.
An outdoor nature play and activity session designed for toddlers and young children.
A small-group salon boat tour departs from the five-star hotel along the Amstel river.
Performance artist Ahilan Ratnamohan uses soccer choreography to examine ambition, migration, and the corporate branding of sport.
The acclaimed French soprano saxophonist leads his boundary-pushing contemporary jazz quartet.
An exhibition exploring personal, artistic, and scientific perspectives on neurodiversity and the human brain inside the historic Waag.
Display of the freshly conserved sixteenth-century altarpiece depicting the descent from the cross in the attic church.
An international and local lineup of electronic DJs spin sets across the venue's distinctive spaces.
A guided backstage look through the auditoriums, workshops, and history of the city's municipal theatre.
The historic castle estate showcases its botanical gardens and grounds in seasonal bloom.
A party night spinning guilty pleasures, noughties chart-toppers, and retro pop anthems for the over-twenties crowd.
Charlie Chaplin directs and stars in his acclaimed 1940 satire lampooning Adolf Hitler, Benito Mussolini, and rising fascism.
A documentary exploring the legendary Afrofuturist jazz pioneer's deep connection to his Alabama hometown.
A hands-on ceramics class teaching throwing and shaping clay on the potter's wheel.
The fashion platform marks two decades of championing top graduates from Dutch fashion academies with a retrospective showcase.
The Dutch fashion photographer presents two decades of imagery documenting the standout graduation show for rising designers.
Large-scale sculptures by the influential Dutch constructivist and modernist are placed throughout the museum's outdoor grounds.
Instructors teach basic clay shaping and texturing techniques to help you sculpt an object, figure, or abstract form.
Nicolas Winding Refn's stylish 2011 neo-noir thriller stars Ryan Gosling as a quiet Hollywood stunt driver who moonlights as a getaway driver.
An informal board game meetup designed to help Dutch language learners practice their speaking skills while playing games.
A free language workshop and informal café where learners practice spoken Dutch together in a relaxed setting.
An introductory walkthrough of the photography museum's current exhibitions led by an in-house guide.
A hands-on creative workshop where children and their parents experiment with making art together.
An informal conversation circle where Dutch learners of all levels chat over coffee to build their everyday speaking confidence.
Practice Dutch, English, Spanish, and other languages over drinks in an informal mixer.
NDSM Treehouse resident musicians present an intimate live performance paired with food and drinks.
Melkweg Cinema screens feature-length documentaries and concert films spotlighting iconic musicians, subcultures, and music history.
An exhibition exploring the complex debates, ethics and practices surrounding the restitution of colonial-era heritage items.
Tour the historic municipal theatre on Leidseplein, going backstage to visit the dressing rooms and wings.
A thematic walkthrough exploring the collection and modern art history through LGBTQIA+ perspectives.
Taxidermy duo Sinke & Van Tongeren present their theatrical, Old Master-inspired arrangements of exotic preserved birds and animals.
Dolly Parton and Burt Reynolds star in the 1982 musical comedy about a legendary Texas brothel under threat from a television evangelist.
John Carpenter's satirical 1988 sci-fi action film stars 'Rowdy' Roddy Piper as a drifter who discovers aliens are controlling humanity through subliminal media.
A triple-bill dance programme presenting three choreographies centred on embodiment, heritage, and physical grounding.
The French string quartet, celebrated for their Russian repertoire, performs works by Weinberg, Prokofiev, and Beethoven.
The museum displays patterned skirts and wearable textiles designed by key painters and sculptors of the post-war CoBrA movement.
The celebrated British tenor and his longtime collaborative pianist perform nineteenth-century lieder by Wolf and Schubert.
A hands-on craft session covering the practical techniques, ingredients, and chemistry needed to create natural bar soaps.
Local and international underground DJs spin house and techno in the subterranean Overhoeks venue.
A children's theatre performance designed for toddlers and young kids at the boutique puppet and story theatre.
An open-air secondhand market selling pre-loved clothes, homeware, and garden finds.
The grassroots archive presents perspectives on colonial history, resistance, and grassroots solidarity movements across the Dutch empire and beyond.
Actors spin an improvised theatrical story using audience suggestions to explore a chosen genre.
The Nigerian Afrobeats star, famous for his hit single 'Kukere', performs live to celebrate Nigerian Independence Day.
The Norwegian acoustic trio plays their warm, melodic mix of Nordic jazz and folk.
The local collective marks seven years with an all-night party across the venue's skate ramp and club rooms.
A screening of the documentary charting the pioneering Washington D.C. independent soul, jazz, and go-go record label Black Fire.
A practical textile workshop teaching mending, customisation, and redesign techniques to revamp old garments.
A combined lecture performance and drawing workshop reflecting on Da Vinci's canonical figure of human proportions.
A creative studio session exploring how everyday chairs can capture a sitter's character, taking cues from Van Gogh’s depictions of his own seat.
An upcoming exhibition focusing on work made outside the boundaries of the conventional art world.
A queer club night focused on upbeat pop tracks and electronic dance anthems in the Houthavens.
A hands-on introduction to linocut printmaking, from carving blocks to pulling prints on paper.
Children aged eight and up can explore coniferous tree species from around the globe across the botanical garden.
The Danish bassist presents his forward-looking acoustic piano trio featuring pianist Xavi Torres and drummer Naíma Acuña.
The Czech mezzo-soprano and Scottish pianist present a programme of central European art songs.
Music journalist Edgar Kruize explores Prince's prolific artistic ties, concerts, and legacy across the Netherlands.
Audience seating for the recording of Eva Jinek's current affairs talkshow at De Hallen.
A gardening and nature activity club for children at the natural playground.
Interactive play and sensory learning activities designed for young children.
Romanian minimal techno DJ Arapu headlines alongside Puerto Rican selector Natalia Roth.
An outdoor nature scavenger trail for families featuring animal sculptures and tasks along the path.
Magician Rico Weeland performs close-up sleight of hand right in front of the audience.
The American stand-up comic brings his solo show to the comedy club for an extra performance.
Dutch-Kurdish singer Naaz shares an intimate triple bill with Italian jazz vocalist Marta Arpini and indie act LifeLoan.
A fast-paced club night focused on queer-friendly dance music and energetic electronic rhythms at the former dental clinic.
An architectural model exhibition exploring the extensive future urban development plans for Amsterdam's northern docklands.
A special tour and discussion exploring Andy Warhol's life, art, and enduring cultural impact through an LGBTQ+ lens.
The adventurous, fast-moving Dutch street orchestra brings its autumn programme indoors to Amsterdam-Noord.
An exhibition exploring gender transformation, performance, and shifting bodily identity through archaeological artefacts and contemporary culture.
An interactive exhibition space exploring archaeological discovery, material culture, and how finds are catalogued.
A traditional puppet theatre performance for young children.
The national broadcast choir tackles Rossini's 1841 setting of the traditional Stabat Mater hymn.
A garage-rock and punk bill pairing the New York glam-rock project Brower with British power-pop band Cyanide Pills.
Ceramicist Anita Kluge leads a hands-on clay modelling workshop blending craft and storytelling.
Theatre Rotterdam and Nastaran Razawi Khorasani stage a theatrical meditation on protest and connection.
An exhibition examining how contemporary artists combine photography with collage techniques to construct alternative narratives.
The Dutch baritone joins forces with two leading pianists for a crossover programme moving from French chanson to American standards.
A hands-on craft session teaching basic techniques to design and assemble personal jewellery.
Exhibition of photography by the Dutch-Uruguayan artist known for her portraits exploring gender, identity, and memory.
The visual artist presents installations and performances reflecting on post-colonial history, identity and Caribbean heritage.
An exhibition exploring the legacy and innovations of the nineteenth-century Dutch cocoa and chocolate manufacturer.
An interactive audio-visual walking tour around Amsterdam East designed for children aged seven and up.
A lively cultural showcase bringing together emerging musical acts and creative performances.
A self-guided walking route detailing maritime history and architectural landmarks around the Oosterdok docklands.
The Dutch-American comic headlines an evening of observational stand-up.
A guided walk exploring the plant collections and seasonal highlights of the botanical garden.
Students from Berlin's Ernst Busch Academy present Mike Bartlett's workplace satire Contractions.
Photography exhibition exploring personal reflections, tributes, and diverse cultural perspectives on mortality.
A theatrical concert for children aged eight and up, written and performed by Kelly van Kempen and Kelvin Allison.
An exhibition at the museum of funeral culture exploring the relationship between traffic, transit and mortality.
A multi-course dinner highlighting autumn produce and locally sourced seasonal ingredients.
Creative Coding Amsterdam hosts an introduction to making pixel art and retro games with the PICO-8 virtual machine.
Electronic beats and club music take over the industrial former artisan school in Amsterdam West.
An exhibition exploring the intersection of Lutheran faith, openness, and queer community history in Amsterdam.
Hands-on clay modelling workshop guiding participants through basic sculpting and shaping techniques.
A playful family afternoon combining casual games of bingo with food and entertainment.
Musicians from the resident orchestra step out into smaller chamber formations for a Hungarian-themed programme.
Amsterdams Allooi leads a festive communal sing-along of holiday classics in the intimate canal-side theatre.
A night of live indie music and DJ sets at the cosy West Amsterdam living-room venue.
An evening devoted to fresh oysters and paired drinks at the hotel's bar.
The University of Amsterdam’s archaeology museum displays ancient glassware from Roman, Egyptian, and Mediterranean collections.
A guided walk from the historic Red Light District house highlighting influential women in the city's social history.
A collaborative techno club night running across the former dental school's basement spaces.
The town square fills with stalls offering fresh produce, cheese, fish, clothes and household wares.
A club night dedicated to classic and contemporary jungle and drum and bass selections.
The Dutch designer displays playful sculptures and everyday design objects repurposed from obsolete collectables and materials.
An outdoor electronic gathering blending ambient sounds, dance music, and communal space.
The rising Scandinavian string quartet takes on Schubert's famously intense chamber masterwork.
The Surinamese-Dutch comedian brings his solo cabaret show examining control, expectations, and personal growth.
Gunther von Hagens's exhibition of plastinated human bodies, focusing on the anatomical science of happiness and wellbeing.
The Dutch-Brazilian net artist, known for using websites as canvases, presents his book-based and printed projects.
Nine contemporary artists of Moluccan descent examine their roots, shared heritage and cultural identity through varied media.
An immersive audiovisual screening pairing the British band's music with large-format digital visuals projected across walls and floors.
An exhibition exploring the movement, culture and sensory experience of swimming through contemporary art.
An art exhibition exploring modern self-representation and collective belonging in the converted NDSM shipyard.
A contemporary drama following an estranged father and son clashing in rural Greece amid encroaching industrial interests.
The Dutch textile artist is internationally acclaimed for her tactile wool felt works dyed with heritage plants she cultivates herself.
Photographer Tomás Mauro presents a participatory project connecting strangers through portraits and written notes.
An exhibition exploring the history and lived experiences of the Moluccan community in Amsterdam seventy-five years after their arrival in the Netherlands.
A live set of cabaret, theater, or song in the venue's intimate tapassalon.
A community theatre performance using framing and imagery to explore personal stories in an uplifting narrative format.
An open-air photography exhibition displayed along the boulevard at the Sloterplas.
The university heritage museum displays ancient glassware alongside recent research into classical glassmaking techniques.
A group presentation featuring work by established names of modern and street-influenced art.
The museum surveys the intense, psychological canvases and watercolours of the Dutch Expressionist painter.
The renowned South African visual activist presents photographic portraits documenting Black LGBTQIA+ communities.
A retrospective survey dedicated to the Dutch artist best known for his minimalist wire sculptures, drawings, and luminous cityscape silhouettes.
The sustainable Amsterdam fashion house hosts a temporary boutique featuring its latest collection alongside discounted archival pieces.
Experimental ensemble Jam With Humans stages an evening of interactive music and improvisation inside an independent bookshop.
The emerging photographer presents work examining memory, personal archives and unseen perspectives of family life.
Local performers, musicians, and comedians take the stage for short sets at this West neighbourhood arts venue.
A retrospective examining the foundational 1970s and 80s work of the seminal Dutch video-art distribution and research platform.
An immersive digital light and projection experience that surrounds visitors with life-sized prehistoric creatures in their ancient habitats.
Artist Miquel Hervás Gómez leads a hands-on workshop transforming publication waste into fresh handmade sheets of paper.
The emerging Austrian string quartet performs as part of the European Concert Hall Organisation's emerging talent showcase.
A guided walking tour through the modernist sanatorium complex designed by Jan Duiker in Hilversum.
A behind-the-scenes guided tour through the concert halls, backstage areas, and modern architecture of the waterfront music venue.
The annual showcase exhibition spotlights standout graduation work by newly emerging artists from Dutch art academies.
The Dutch pioneer of internet art presents digital works examining how computational materials interact with physical space.
Portraits and personal histories chronicling the community surrounding Amsterdam's Portuguese Synagogue.
Children follow clues through the library in a themed treasure hunt marking Dutch Children's Book Week.
A mixed-media showcase in the shipyard warehouse investigating aquatic movement and bodily immersion.
A personal storytelling session recounting experiences and legacies connected to the Holocaust.
An outdoor sculpture garden exhibiting contemporary three-dimensional artworks amidst landscaped grounds.
Artists in the NDSM shipyard explore self-portraiture, digital image manipulation, and narcissism in modern culture.
Practical studio session introducing ceramic glazing techniques, finishes, and colour application for pottery.
A deep-dive recital focused on Beethoven's dazzling and technically demanding Opus 53 piano sonata.
The Dutch comedian, presenter and online personality previews her solo cabaret performance.
A glittering disco-themed social evening and dance party at the community venue.
A night of live underground music and DJ sets at the historic squatted social centre.
Textile artist Claudy Jongstra pairs her signature felted, raw wool pieces with works by guest artists exploring sustainable material processes.
French-born comedian Maeva Dolle brings her comedy to the stage.
A nostalgic, travelling dance party designed primarily for older adults, featuring classic ballroom and pop hits.
Guided tours exploring the city archives and the monumental 1920s architecture of the former bank building on Vijzelstraat.
Guided walks around the historic country estate in Heemstede, where botanist Carl Linnaeus once worked as court physician and garden director.
The Dutch jazz trio reinterprets Beethoven's classical repertoire through modern jazz arrangements.
A guided walking and sketching excursion exploring the surrounding streets with drawing materials in hand.
A tactile scale model allows visitors to experience the architecture of the waterfront and the Arcam building through touch.
A community creative making session hosted at the contemporary art space in Amsterdam-Noord.
A Friday afternoon drinks cabaret blending stand-up comedy and performance to kick off the weekend.
An interactive jam session bringing together musicians and audience for collective improvisation.
South African artist Yonela Makoba presents a performance grounded in the traditional Xhosa ritual of iTi.
An exhibition showcasing contemporary visual art and cross-disciplinary projects from the Low Countries.
A night of live music and party sounds at the waterside venue in Amsterdam-Noord.
The international piano trio pairs classic Romantic works with twentieth-century chamber music by Rebecca Clarke.
Rotterdam minimal house stalwart Joey Daniel leads an all-night underground electronic session in Shelter's subterranean basement.
A session exploring drawing, movement and improvised visual art.
Contemporary artists explore selfhood and belonging in a collaborative group exhibition.
An exhibition dedicated to the mid-century rescue and reconstruction of historic wooden windmills and houses along the Zaan.
Retrospective covering the long career of the celebrated Haarlem painter known for his atmospheric still lifes and studio interiors.
A public showing of an art collection housed inside the former mint depository.
The celebrated Dutch sculptor shows expressive works crafted from handblown glass, textile, and ceramics.
A live classical concert showcasing a selection of chamber music works.
A guided walk through the photography museum's temporary exhibition inside its canal house galleries.
An evening of mystery and theatrical storytelling at the foodbar venue.
The annual national dance showcase brings performances, premieres and installations across Maastricht.
Club Prime's resident DJs deliver an energetic mix of hip-hop, R&B, and dance classics near Rembrandtplein.
An exhibition at the museum of Lutheran history exploring the heritage and resilience of the queer community.
The Amsterdams Kleinkunst Festival hosts an intimate cabaret and literary stage night named in honour of Ramses Shaffy.
An interdisciplinary afternoon exploring art publications and cinema at the canal-house art space.
The German-French pianist performs a solo recital of core classical piano works.
Interactive community project exchanging handwritten postcards with library visitors to explore social connections.
Participants in a four-day training demonstrate and playtest prototype serious games designed to explore urban planning and civic challenges.
A live music gathering spotlighting local talent in the creative warehouse space.
A gathering of regional blues musicians for an evening of live sets in Zaandam.
The British artist shows her distinctive hand-drawn textiles and figurative work confronting personal and societal grief.
A showcase exploring micro-housing, modular design, and efficient urban living solutions at Haarlem's architecture centre.
A visual arts exhibition spotlighting local creative talent and community stories.
Solo theatre and cabaret performance by Leon Brill at the casual dining and performance venue.
Theatre maker Sarah Jonker presents a physical, messy performance piece.
A night of alternative entertainment in the vintage-styled living room venue.
The Dutch painter and illustrator displays works celebrating female bodies, desire, and bodily vulnerability through soft, vibrant color.
An exhibition exploring the modernist architecture and legacy of Willem Marinus Dudok.
The Dutch artist, a co-founder of the Nul movement, is celebrated for his serial assemblages of found and discarded everyday objects.
Theater Bellevue stages a long-running theatrical production.
An exhibition exploring life and permanence through printmaking and graphic arts.
An exhibition reflecting on family, memory loss, and grief at the national museum dedicated to funeral heritage.
An exhibition considering the intersection of natural ecology and human epochs at the NDSM-based art space.
The Dutch artist displays whimsical ceramic creatures and eccentric character sculptures.
An interactive museum tour tailored for people living with dementia and their care partners.
Neo-classical composer Eric Christian and concert pianist Nino Gvetadze perform an evening of ambient and classical piano works.
The contemporary art gallery hosts an exhibition exploring myth, memory, and material culture.
An art installation probing the fraught and porous boundary between natural environments and human culture.
A stand-up comedy showcase featuring a lineup of Dutch-language comedians.
An open participatory singing gathering held at the Jordaan neighbourhood theatre cafe.
The Dutch comedian and impressionist tests out material for her solo theatre show.
An exhibition focusing on the post-war Dutch avant-garde collective that united artists and architects in search of new functional forms.
The theatre ensemble celebrates the release of their live show's soundtrack with an intimate performance.
A guided public nature walk through the heathland and protected wetland reserve near Hilversum.
Community repair event where volunteers help fix broken household appliances, clothing, electronics, and bicycles.
A late-night electronic music party running through the early morning hours.
View a private collection of paintings, sculptures, and etchings housed in a historic building beside the Munttoren.
A display of freestyle brushwork on Chinese rice paper, exploring dynamic floral forms and vivid color.
The Dutch-Uruguayan photographer shows portraits exploring identity, gender and cultural belonging in the museum's project space.
The Egyptian-French artist presents playful conceptual works examining language, diplomacy, and bureaucratic rituals.
Take a self-guided 90-minute walking route exploring the history and architecture around the Oosterdok basin.
The Dutch fine art photographer presents contemplative black-and-white prints examining emotional resonance, ageing, and natural transition.
An exhibition exploring personal roots, collective memory, and future visions through contemporary art and research.
A photography and art exhibition exploring local urban stories and community life around the park and neighbourhood.
Resident artists, artisans, and makers from the Zaandam creative hub exhibit their latest collaborative work.
The improvising ensemble performs a live set blending free jazz and theatrical elements to launch their new record.
Borrowing Orwell's Animal Farm maxim, this group exhibition gathers contemporary work addressing power structures and human-nonhuman hierarchies.
An exhibition exploring shared histories of freedom and anti-colonial struggle across Suriname, the Antilles, and Indonesia.
The Copenhagen-based artist plays melancholic, collage-like pop pieces built from his 2024 debut on Posh Isolation.
An outdoor high-intensity interval training session designed to build strength and cardiovascular fitness in the forest.
French painter Lou Ros and South Korean artist Sanghyuk Kim present expressive mixed-media paintings and figurative works.
An interactive photography exhibition exploring personal identity and solitude through images and visitor participation.
Explore the long career of the Haarlem painter and watercolourist through works preserved from his studio on the Spaarne.
A film screening inside the casual cafe-restaurant in the Houthavens.
Marinka Reuten shows subtle, atmospheric works evoking dappled sunlight filtering through trees.
The Dutch comedy collective returns to the stage with their dark, character-driven cabaret sketches.
A live intimate performance presented at the boutique theater and tapas venue.
A short, close-up live music or theater act in the venue's vintage salon setting.
The Dutch ceramic artist displays his imaginative, brightly colored sculptural creatures.
Koentact opens its doors for free trial lessons, language level assessments, and an introduction to its teaching methods.
Robert Zandvliet showcases large-scale paintings inspired by historical concepts of the Persian garden.
A social Sunday afternoon tea dance featuring classic swing, pop, and ballroom tunes.
The German painter presents atmospheric, layered landscapes that blur the line between real wilderness and internal psychological spaces.
The gallery devoted to outsider, neurodivergent, and non-normative artists presents a collaborative mixed-media exhibition.
The Beijing-born visual artist and designer exhibits work engaging with physical exercise, discipline, and historical iconography.
Dutch artist Ineke Oostveen presents personal figurative work exploring adulthood and maturity.
Polish artist Mikołaj Sobczak presents work interrogating historical narratives, queer resistance, and national mythmaking.
The university gallery explores how artists and scientists interpret different dimensions of perception and truth.
A communal singing session held in the test building on the Marineterrein grounds.
The annual graduation show brings together standout fine art graduates from art academies across the Netherlands.
Students receive free admission or half-price tickets to stage productions and workshops across the venue's autumn programme.
A joint video screening program featuring experimental moving-image works by Korakrit Arunanondchai, Anne-Mie Van Kerckhoven, Jota Mombaça, and Larry Achiampong.
Jacob and Robert bring their underground mixed-media comedy and variety night to the Grand Hotel Amrâth.
Lady Marmalade hosts an open-mic and spoken-word night inviting audiences to listen and speak up.
The veteran Dutch conceptual artist and biologist displays poetic works assembled from dried leaves, earth, and found natural elements.
The Dutch artist presents vividly coloured, apocalyptic drawings and paintings populated by sci-fi, occult, and cosmic imagery.
The Cuban artist presents conceptual work examining digital culture and alternative distribution networks outside formal online systems.
Pakistani contemporary artists Amra Khan, Naira Mushtaq, and Sehr Jalil show work questioning gender, ritual, and societal norms.
An exhibition exploring the design, social life, and evolution of public pavement space in post-war Amsterdam.
An exhibition exploring ideas of refuge, space, and belonging through contemporary visual art at the Flemish cultural centre.
A group exhibition engaging with queer identity, memory and imagined futures in dialogue with the museum's historic religious setting.
A regular walking group in West for staying active and meeting local neighbours.
The Indigenous Surinamese activist and community organizer speaks about cultural preservation and Indigenous rights.
The Dutch artist exhibits her monumental, intricately detailed charcoal drawings inspired by untamed nature and human psychology.
The Dutch jazz vocalist and guitarist presents an evening of intimate standards and personal songs.
The Renaissance-era town hall opens its historic council chamber and collection of paintings for self-guided exploration.
A live funk, soul, and blues session at the long-running Leidseplein music bar.
The Dutch comedian performs her stand-up solo about the realities of parenting and family life.
Knitwear designer Julia Wilkens leads a hands-on class on calculating gauge, sizing, and pattern modifications for hand-knits.
A joint exhibition pairing Lou Ros's deconstructed figurative painting with Sanghyuk Kim's contemporary artistic practice.
An afternoon tea dance and social gathering for the local LGBTQ+ community.
A guided walk through the museum's permanent display charting the citizens, industries, and culture of Haarlem over several centuries.
The Dutch chamber group marks Valentine's Day with an intimate classical performance.
An audio-guided walking tour exploring the neighbourhood through women's voices, personal histories and urban memories.
A neighbourhood-focused exhibition chronicling community life, social changes, and resident experiences in the Indische Buurt.
The historic artists' society mounts a group exhibition centered on green themes, ecology, and nature.
A contemporary dance and performance piece exploring body language, movement, and urban rhythms.
The broadcast recording brings citizens and experts together for a moderated live debate on pressing social and political issues.
A club night dedicated to house music and its various underground subgenres.
Musicians Luc Saha and Pao Pamaki lead an ambient, ceremonial sound journey with acoustic and world instruments.
A group art exhibition exploring the messy, uncertain transition into adulthood.
The Dutch-Moroccan comedian and actor tests material for his solo stand-up show.
A printmaking exhibition presented by the Grafein foundation showcasing diverse contemporary relief, intaglio, and screen-printing techniques.
The neighbourhood light-art initiative opens its latest run of community-focused installations.
A multi-act live lineup featuring sets from Intercity Direct, Lady Overdrive, Glass Ceiling and DJ Herman Bosui.
Contemporary artists challenge the rigid botanical classification systems established by 18th-century taxonomist Carl Linnaeus.
A contemporary stage performance using sound, silence, and physical movement to investigate sensory overload.
A period exhibition showcasing daily family life, interiors and traditions of historic regional residents.
The photographer presents his debut solo exhibition of visual work.
An art exhibition confronting ruin, aftermath, and rebuilding in the Rokin club rooms.
Leo Vroegindeweij and Ruth Meijer present sculpture and painting exploring form, memory, and perspective along the canal.
An exhibition sharing community stories, recycled treasures and sustainable making from the neighbourhood hub.
A short live performance by comedian and theatre maker Leon Brill.
A historical presentation tracing traditional women's clothing, headwear, and customs of Volendam.
An exhibition and presentation exploring the spatial and visual language of road markings, transit zones, and temporary infrastructure.
An outdoor community arts and gardening project situated on the new sand-spit development of Strandeiland.
The Dutch co-founder of the Nul movement displays his signature assemblages made from discarded mass-produced everyday objects.
Tech and design specialists collaborate over a sprint to build digital solutions for social impact.
The Dutch artist shows her large-scale, intricate charcoal drawings exploring the intersections of lush vegetation and urban human presence.
A shared cabaret bill featuring sets from Robin Bleeker and Bas van der Meulen.
Annemarie Libbers facilitates an intimate creative writing and lyrical composition session.
The Dutch sculptor shows new geometric, spatial works fashioned from industrial iron and steel.
Riverside bar and restaurant on the Amstel hosting regular community drinks, food, and social events.
A multi-band alternative music night showcasing Eilander, Les Mazoetans, and Zaphyria.
Musical comedy duo Anne & Bas test out their cabaret revue.
Youth theatre school students perform an original staging about growing up, time passing, and everyday routines.
The Croatian contemporary artist re-examines modernist heritage, institutional memory, and collective history through painting and display structures.
A visual art exhibition exploring botanical forms and verdant textures on view near Oosterdok.
A contemporary art exhibition exploring personal, collective, and sensory representations of memory.
An intimate visual art exhibition staged inside the quirky local church venue.
A theatrical production presented on the Leidseplein stage.
Frederique Arnold and Thijs Miedema present a short theatrical performance.
A local networking evening and speed-dating session organised for city-centre residents.
The local amateur chamber orchestra presents a symphonic classical programme.
Progressive rock and folk-inspired singer-songwriter Anton Roolaart performs a quiet, attentive listening set.
The French artist exhibits delicate ceramic sculptures alongside drawings that blend organic shapes with architectural forms.
The Dutch comedy duo test out new material in an intimate try-out show.
A repair and craft session teaching participants how to pulp and recycle old paper into new sheets.
An evening of underground club sounds and electronic music.
Artists Mia Weiner and Johnny Mae Hauser explore physical form and connection through collaborative contemporary works.
Visual artist Elise van Staveren presents work reflecting on mortality and human limits.
An intimate stand-up comedy night hosted in the cultural basement venue.
Joep Vermolen presents a short cabaret and comedy set.
An exhibition on local history reflecting on everyday village life and disrupted heritage.
An informal creative writing meetup where writers of all levels gather to work on prompts and share drafts.
A guided tour exploring the architecture, council chambers, and history of the historic town hall.
An exhibition of artwork depicting the historic defensive gates that once guarded the perimeter of Haarlem.
Swimming classes tailored for children and adults with physical disabilities or chronic conditions.
A three-day workshop exploring voice, movement, and collaborative performance techniques.
Visual artist Leroy Berger presents new work engaging with Siberian indigenous language, memory and landscape.
The Italian artist installs a project drawing on dystopian fiction, linguistic shifts, and alternative historical narratives in the gallery's project space.
A free neighbourhood fitness and gentle exercise class for women looking to stay active and meet others.
An exhibition tracing the environmental and economic histories of petroleum extraction and cotton farming.
A group contemporary exhibition exploring repetition, rhythm, and artistic revision.
Sculptor Gaston Bannier presents works at this studio and outdoor display space.
A library exhibition tracing local histories and personal memories through shared narratives.
An exhibition and performance program examining how bodies, audiences, and politics occupy both the public square and the theatrical stage.
A retrospective exhibition celebrating the life and creative output of the artist at the cultural hub named for the Dutch singer.
An exhibition spotlighting twelve community-led neighbourhood projects from across Amsterdam.
Members of the local Nieuw-West photography club present their recent observational and community work.
A weekly club night focused on commercial house music.
Founders, investors, and policymakers gather for rooftop drinks and discussion on European artificial intelligence strategy.
A two-person dialogue between painter Han Schuil and installation-focused artist Ricardo van Eyk.
Emerging artist Klaartje van Essen presents new sculptural and installation work developed during her De Ateliers residency.
The central bank showcases pieces from its corporate art collection exploring unexpected perspectives and hidden details.
A critical exhibition revisiting how social background and class privilege shape the careers and institutions of the contemporary art world.
A development programme for Zuidoost residents under 30 looking to build practical skills and professional networks.
Dutch abstract painter Paul Drissen shows geometric, collage-based paintings that balance modernist order with playful, provisional forms.
Entrepreneurs, tech talent, and early-stage investors connect at an informal startup networking evening.
A gallery group show probing land, material, and ecological uncertainties through contemporary painting and sculpture.
The artist-run space presents a collaborative exhibition exploring how personal and collective trauma are held and recalled.
The project room hosts a companion contemporary installation focused on transformation and growth.
Artists Amra Khan, Naira Mushtaq, and Sehr Jalil present works exploring history, memory, and how objects outlive their original functions.
A community storytelling workshop focusing on sharing and illuminating personal narratives.
Prints and drawings by the Dutch artist exploring mortality and the human body, displayed in the funeral museum's cafe.
An art dealership presents works by female artists, available with trial home placements.
A weekly group singing class working through swing and light vocal arrangements for local vocalists.
A dual exhibition pairing sculptural earthworks with folded textile compositions.
An exhibition of surviving drawings, crafts, and memorabilia by the two sisters from the well-known regional industrial family.
A group exhibition examining how human presence, touch, and collective memory reverberate across material objects.
Fraukje and Marijn present a short theatre performance.
A local librarian reads illustrated children's stories aloud during an informal drop-in session for young kids and parents.
The historic artists' society hosts an event delving into a lost or hidden art-world title.
An evening of Dutch stand-up comedy featuring an evolving lineup of established and emerging performers.
An artist-led tour exploring the exhibition through personal stories and creative insights.
An R&B, hip-hop, and house party for over-21s off Leidseplein.
A storytelling performance tracing the poignant journey of a young, courageous girl named Annetje.
Open outdoor play sessions for children at the local Erfgooiers playground.
An architectural exhibition examining post-war reconstruction urbanism and its contemporary renovations in Haarlem's Parkwijk.
A professional development workshop focused on career direction and leadership strategies for women.
A musical performance and story session blending poetic storytelling with live accompaniment.
An evening event inside the Westergas cultural complex.
A resident DJ club night running across two rooms of hip-hop, R&B, and dance hits.
The waterfront jazz institution offers access to live-streamed concerts and an archive of past performances.
A club night revolving around melodic house and techno.
A pavement-facing window exhibition space hosts an open-ended art installation.
An evening organised for couples by the adult lifestyle community Swingers Date Club.
An evening dedicated to emerging literary talent and new debut writers, hosted by the Editio writing platform.
Short-form fringe theatre staged as part of the venue's ongoing rotation of twenty-minute performances.
A short theatrical performance staged in the intimate rooms of the Staatsliedenbuurt tapas-theatre.
The independent project space hosts a contemporary visual art exhibition.
A monthly drop-in advice session offering De Pijp residents aged 60 and over practical guidance on living independently at home.
A neighbourhood library presents an exhibition of work by the artist.
Anne Cappendijk presents an artistic exploration of public grief rituals, commemoration and everyday losses.
A group show featuring works by Vincent Verhoef, Justus de Rode, and Maria Kley.
A business conference bringing together entrepreneurs, founders, and investors for keynotes, workshops, and networking.
A practical, hands-on workshop teaching researchers foundational data analysis and programming skills using the statistical software R.
This scheduled theatrical performance by Nadav Vissel has been cancelled.
Singer Luca Warmer's theatrical concert exploring heroics and mask-wearing has been cancelled.
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