Sunday 27 September
The landmark survey brings together the Japanese artist's signature polka dots, Infinity Mirror Rooms, and monumental soft sculptures.
The acclaimed Japanese avant-garde artist exhibits her iconic polka-dot patterns, mirrored rooms, and monumental installations.
Lie down on mats beneath the glass roof of the maritime museum to hear live music by candlelight.
The annual showcase of the world's most compelling award-winning photojournalism and documentary photography returns to Amsterdam.
Derek Deane's large-scale production expands Tchaikovsky's classic ballet into an arena-sized spectacle featuring dozens of swans.
The annual showcase brings together award-winning photojournalism and documentary storytelling from press photographers worldwide.
The monthly open-air design market brings makers, artists and food stalls to the museum lawns.
The annual exhibition showcases the finest photojournalism and documentary photography from across the globe over the past year.
Dutch National Ballet opens its season with a mixed bill honouring choreography that shaped the company's repertoire.
An interactive science and technology exhibition focusing on the history, physics, and programming behind video games.
The science museum's hands-on floor lets visitors experiment with everyday engineering, household technology, and clean energy.
Stalls selling artisanal produce, hot food and handmade goods rotate through the city's parks on Sundays.
International teams compete in nine matches alongside equestrian displays, food, and music over a three-day tournament.
Audiences bring blankets and lie flat underneath the glass courtyard canopy to listen to live classical music.
Over 150 monumental street art murals, painted on-site by international artists, fill a former shipyard warehouse.
Master artisans from around the world gather at the shipyard hangar to demonstrate traditional crafts, restoration, and handiwork.
A major retrospective by the renowned photographer known for monumental landscapes, portraits and atmospheric explorations of human impact.
The major European sneaker convention brings together collectors, brands, rare footwear and streetwear culture.
The outdoor-indoor party site wraps up the festival season with house, techno, and circus-style theatrics.
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.
An intimate classical concert designed specifically for babies up to 18 months and their caregivers.
Hands-on workshops, games, and maritime activities designed for children and families.
A family-friendly Sunday programme of creative workshops and cultural activities for all ages.
A family day celebrating the East Asian harvest tradition with stories, crafts, and activities.
The Mexican painter's life, portraits and vibrant folk-art aesthetic are explored through projected artworks and archival photography.
An interactive family exhibition where visitors consult the wise raven to explore themes of nature and human connection across cultures.
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.
Short film screenings and creative play for toddlers aged two to six.
An open-air market selling artisanal food, drinks, and handmade goods from independent producers.
Independent artists and printmakers gather to sell posters, zines, and graphic art.
A creative workshop afternoon tailored for children in the cultural village.
A Japanese cultural festival featuring crafts, performances, food, and community activities.
An open-air creative building area where children can construct huts and woodwork with real tools.
Children can try their hand at juggling, balancing, and acrobatics with hands-on activities led by a traveling circus school.
Children and accompanying adults experiment with unusual instruments and sound installations in the venue's dedicated workshop space.
A hands-on music-making workshop where kids and parents experiment with unique electronic and acoustic instruments.
An exhibition for children featuring the intricate, detail-rich illustrations of Dutch picture-book maker Charlotte Dematons.
Dutch National Ballet performs a triple bill highlighting landmark choreography that shaped contemporary dance.
Classic nineties and noughties R&B anthems soundtrack a daytime session combining food, drinks, and dancing.
Nicole Scherzinger and the hitmaking American pop ensemble return for an arena-scale concert.
A large-scale ballet company presents Tchaikovsky's classic tale of romance, sorcery, and transformed swans.
A guided twilight nature walk for children to spot nocturnal wildlife and dusk-hunting animals.
The touring convention brings together collectors, traders, and brands with stalls of rare, vintage, and new trainers.
An exhibition showcasing the pop artist's commercial textile designs from the 1950s and 1960s before his rise to fame.
The festival organisers stage a walkthrough experience using lasers, lights, and electronic soundscapes across several rooms.
Direct conversations and oral histories shared with survivors of the Holocaust.
An exhibition focusing on Rembrandt's radical working methods, trial prints and inventive techniques with ink and copperplate.
Local independent makers, designers, and craftspeople sell handmade wares inside the former tram depot.
A festival celebrating Japanese culture through workshops, food stalls, martial arts and traditional craft demonstrations.
Visitors learn the master's drypoint and etching techniques inside his historic former home and studio.
Local designers, craftspeople, and food vendors set up stalls on Museumplein, running a week early to avoid marathon road closures.
The Thai relational artist cooks and serves pad thai in the space, turning the communal meal itself into the artwork.
The national museum displays textiles, costumes, and everyday garments highlighting traces of wear and historical repairs.
Original stencils, screen prints, and authenticated indoor works by the elusive Bristol street artist are on permanent display.
The festival celebrates craft, skill, and mastery with masterclasses, workshops, lectures, and international film screenings.
A weekend market offering vintage furniture, design pieces, curiosities, and decorative objects in the historic market hall.
A multimedia showcase combining digital projections and photography to explore the life and art of the Mexican painter.
Performances by musicians, actors, and spoken-word artists hosted inside private living rooms across city neighbourhoods.
The Turner Prize-winning sculptor installs fragile, everyday assemblages inside the cavernous medieval basilica.
Mystery Ensemble reimagines Adele's pop catalogue as cinematic chamber arrangements for piano and strings inside the historic Posthoornkerk.
The Thai relational artist stages his landmark participatory piece where visitors gather to share freshly cooked food and conversation.
The photographer presents vivid, stylised portraits celebrating the fashion and contemporary identity of people from Xinjiang.
Start the last Sunday of the month with live classical repertoire alongside morning coffee and pastries in the library.
A showcase examining the core movements and history of global street art inside the NDSM shipyard warehouse.
Morning yoga session held surrounded by Vincent van Gogh's masterworks.
An immersive digital experience that recreates the streets and canals of seventeenth-century Amsterdam.
A family exhibition exploring magic, illusions and ritual in Jewish culture and folklore.
A practical painting and drawing class focused on composition, colour and expressive brushwork inspired by Vincent van Gogh.
Mozart's comic singspiel performed with classic wooden marionettes in period costume, accompanied by a recorded orchestra.
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.
An interactive family exhibition where children solve animal riddles and explore folk stories from around the globe.
A gentle, sensory theatrical performance designed specifically for toddlers and babies.
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.
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.
Mozart's comic singspiel about backstage theatrical rivalries is performed using traditional wooden marionettes.
Traditional Jan Klaassen glove-puppet theatre performs weekly behind the Royal Palace.
Outdoor cooking activities for children using fresh produce harvested directly from the site.
Yasmina Reza's acclaimed comedy explores the fracture lines in three men's friendships after one buys an expensive white painting.
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.
An exhibition marking the city's 750th anniversary, tracing Amsterdam's history through key moments and archival records.
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.
Storytellers and puppeteers present visual, interactive autumn performances designed for children aged three to ten.
Interactive light and digital installations invite visitors into responsive, mirror-filled rooms.
A historical exhibition charting Amsterdam's drag culture from seventeenth-century theatre through to modern activism and Pride.
The presentation examines clothing from 1640 to 1930 that bears physical signs of wear, tailoring, mending, and daily life.
STRAAT explores the fundamental visual elements of graffiti culture, from lettering and tags to rhythm and line work.
The exhibition showcases Rembrandt's restless printmaking techniques and experimental etching methods.
A hands-on painting session at the museum focusing on bold brushwork, vibrant color choices, and still life composition.
Monumental iron and steel sculptures by Dutch modernist Carel Visser are on display throughout the museum's outdoor gardens.
Take a behind-the-scenes look at the concert hall's architecture and acoustics before attending the free midday performance.
The museum explores international harvest customs and traditions from Argentine grape festivals to Sukkot and the Moon Festival.
Turner Prize winner Jesse Darling fills the historic church with scuffed, everyday materials interrogating institutional authority and fragility.
A retrospective dedicated to the influential Indonesian-Dutch industrial and interior designer best known for designing Schiphol Airport's original interiors.
An exhibition celebrating early trailblazers and foundational works in digital and video installation art.
A beginner-friendly pottery class covering hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques to create ceramic cups.
An exhibition tracing decades of LGBTQIA+ community life, activism, pride celebrations, and resilience across Amsterdam.
Explore the Amsterdam School architecture and maritime history of the monumental building, which now operates as a luxury hotel.
An exhibition marking three decades of the floating parade that has become a cornerstone of Amsterdam Pride.
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.
A dedicated open session giving young children safe access to the urban sports hall's trampolines.
The Dutch fashion designer and artist known for colorful, subversive textiles and dolls presents an installation celebrating individuality.
An alcohol-free daytime party pairing hot spiced tea and upbeat dance music with visual art.
Children learn the basics of stars, planets, and space science through interactive sessions at the planetarium.
Clubs and venues across the country offer open sessions, clinics, and demonstrations to introduce the public to various sports.
An English-speaking social club organises a group excursion from Amsterdam to the castle grounds in Haarzuilens for an outdoor picnic.
Studio Ghibli's beloved 1995 animated coming-of-age drama follows a bookish schoolgirl in Tokyo who dreams of becoming a writer.
A dynamic vinyasa flow session taught indoors with wide glass views across the IJ waterfront.
An outdoor sensory trail designed for children to explore barefoot.
A playful interactive classical concert designed for young children and their families in the historic Weesp church.
Concertgebouw musicians spotlight the classical compositions of Dutch-Surinamese writer, politician, and resistance figure Lou Lichtveld.
Grieg's incidental music receives a folk-inflected reading alongside Tchaikovsky's sweeping romantic work for string orchestra.
Local residents place unwanted household items, books, and clothes outside their doors for neighbours and passersby to take for free.
A guided look inside the striking Amsterdam School landmark, paired with drinks or food in the grand hotel.
An open day on the park's cow pasture exploring soil critters and local biodiversity through guided tours.
Free Sunday group fitness classes on the beach covering yoga, zumba, kickboxing, and hyrox training.
An obstacle-course race set along the beach on IJburg.
A daytime dining event pairing endless drinks with classic soul, R&B, and hip-hop.
A hands-on photography workshop teaching the historic sun-printing process that produces Prussian blue images.
Traditional Dutch puppet theatre performances staged in front of the Royal Palace on the main square.
Mohammad Rasoulof's acclaimed Iranian drama examines domestic tension and political oppression within a Tehran family.
A large-scale dance party geared towards younger children with music, dancing, and entertainment.
An afternoon of live samba and bossa nova at the craft brewery's tasting room in Amsterdam-Noord.
Mystery Ensemble plays classical chamber arrangements of songs made famous by the British pop star.
Musicians with refugee and migrant backgrounds lead an open intercultural jam session blending styles from around the world.
The American pop and dance girl group bring their catalogue of chart hits to the arena stage.
DJs play deep house and electronic sets on the twentieth floor of the A'DAM Tower overlooking the city.
Sightseeing boats navigate the moat and outer waterways surrounding the star-shaped fortress town.
A specialist tour through the world's oldest functioning Jewish library, housed in the Portuguese Synagogue complex.
Creative, hands-on craft and play activities for children aged five and up.
Curated screenings highlighting iconic films, cult favourites, and indie classics from the 1990s.
Screenings of documentaries, concert films, and cinematic features focused on musical artists and subcultures.
The contemporary art museum's basement level hosts large-scale room projections, light works, and screen-based installations.
An exhibition featuring the Congolese artists' cooperative CATPC, exploring post-colonial ecology, labour, and restitution.
Dozens of emerging artists sell prints, ceramics, clothing, and paintings alongside DJ sets and food stands.
A guided tasting session exploring the culinary customs and flavours of the Dutch Renaissance in the castle grounds.
Sightseeing boat cruises along the scenic Vecht river past historic estates and tea houses.
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 acclaimed Dutch children's book illustrator exhibits her intricately detailed drawings.
Historical reenactors demonstrate traditional musket-firing and military drills inside the Naarden fortress museum.
The optical illusion museum opens its doors to four-legged visitors alongside their owners.
Close-up magicians perform sleight of hand right at the tables in a casual pub setting.
The American artist examines identity, gender, and celebrity culture through self-portraiture that mimics glossy fashion shoots and consumer advertising.
Toddlers and young children get free-jumping access to the trampolines during a session tailored for little ones.
Special garden tours, plant displays, and seasonal activities across the formal baroque grounds of the royal palace.
The exhibition highlights textile designs and fabric works created by artists linked to the mid-century avant-garde Cobra movement.
Local artists and makers showcase and sell prints, ceramics, paintings, and handmade goods at the shipyard café.
A family weekend of puppet theatre designed to stimulate the senses of young audiences.
A long-running Sunday afternoon tradition of live jazz sessions in a classic literary café on the canal.
A self-guided or organised walking route exploring the historic ramparts, castle and waterways of the fortified town.
Children aged six and up try out jumping, vaulting, and freerunning techniques at an introductory open gym session.
A hands-on workshop guiding participants through traditional cold-process soapmaking using natural ingredients.
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.
A storytelling festival in the park featuring spoken-word artists and local performers sharing tales for all ages.
An indoor jump session on connected trampolines and obstacle courses.
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.
The city archives present fifty key moments, figures, and transformations from Amsterdam’s past.
An annual nationwide initiative offering free clinics, trial classes and open days to encourage people into sport.
Professional artists set up stalls on the Spui square every Sunday to sell paintings, prints, and ceramics directly to passersby.
An interactive, multi-sensory tour of the museum designed specifically for blind and visually impaired visitors.
Showcase spotlighting cutting-edge graduate collections from the Netherlands' top fashion academy alumni.
A small-group salon boat tour departs from the five-star hotel along the Amstel river.
The museum investigates the origins, artist, and identity of the sitter in an enigmatic Golden Age portrait.
Organ and classical musicians give daytime performances beneath the vaulted ceiling of the historic canal-side church.
A practical culinary class covering milk curdling, pressing and the fundamentals of home cheesemaking.
A music and community gathering hosted at the NDSM wharf cultural café.
Yasmina Reza's acclaimed comedy explores the fragility of friendship through three men arguing over an expensive, all-white painting.
Promotional burger giveaway celebrating the launch of a new menu item.
Guests share family-style platters prepared with local and sustainable produce at this countryside restaurant venue.
A hands-on ceramics class teaching throwing and shaping clay on the potter's wheel.
Display of the freshly conserved sixteenth-century altarpiece depicting the descent from the cross in the attic church.
The historic castle estate showcases its botanical gardens and grounds in seasonal bloom.
A guided backstage look through the auditoriums, workshops, and history of the city's municipal theatre.
Musicians gather for an informal afternoon of traditional Irish folk tunes at the waterfront pub.
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.
A citywide week of free sports and movement sessions designed to get residents active.
Instructors teach basic clay shaping and texturing techniques to help you sculpt an object, figure, or abstract form.
A playful, colourful puppet theatre production designed specifically for toddlers and young children.
An informal board game meetup designed to help Dutch language learners practice their speaking skills while playing games.
An introductory walkthrough of the photography museum's current exhibitions led by an in-house guide.
Arcam showcases Amsterdam's architectural evolution using physical scale models alongside contemporary urban planning projects.
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.
The Palestinian artist uses science fiction, archaeology, and film to explore memory, trauma, and identity.
The Palestinian artist presents video works and installations blending science fiction, archaeology, and Middle Eastern politics.
A family-friendly weekend brunch buffet featuring dedicated play areas for children.
A hands-on workshop guiding participants through cutting, stitching, and assembling their own custom leather bag.
NDSM Treehouse resident musicians present an intimate live performance paired with food and drinks.
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.
A Sunday morning visit inside Amsterdam's premier Amsterdam School monument, built as an ornate shipping headquarters and now a luxury hotel.
Johannes Verspronck's famed 1641 portrait is reunited with the accompanying paintings of the child's parents.
A free, open-to-all community flamenco choir rehearsal in Buitenveldert.
Artists across the former hospital complex open their studios alongside a tenants' group show and book launch in the project space.
The museum displays patterned skirts and wearable textiles designed by key painters and sculptors of the post-war CoBrA movement.
A hands-on craft session covering the practical techniques, ingredients, and chemistry needed to create natural bar soaps.
A temporary shared studio offering tools and workspaces for local designers, crafters, and independent makers.
A special Sunday edition of the long-running multicultural street market in Amsterdam-Oost.
A group run through the city followed by an acai-fuelled social afterparty.
A casual flea market where locals sell second-hand clothes, vintage homeware, and curious bric-a-brac.
Dolly Parton and Burt Reynolds star in the 1982 musical comedy about a legendary Texas brothel under threat from a television evangelist.
A creative craft workshop followed by a community parade.
Members of the Concertgebouw Orchestra perform chamber music alongside guest artists in Zuidoost.
A community brunch featuring traditional Syrian cooking, hosted at the local neighbourhood centre.
The Latin vocal-and-guitar trio perform traditional boleros, folk songs, and romantic music from South America and the Caribbean.
A guided architecture tour exploring the landmark Amsterdam School building now operating as the Grand Hotel Amrâth.
A public bouquet-arranging day in the community flower garden named after Charles Darwin.
A neighbourhood street gathering with drinks and music hosted by the local café.
A humorous and energetic dance performance tailored for children aged six and up.
Nicolas Winding Refn's stylish 2011 neo-noir thriller stars Ryan Gosling as a quiet Hollywood stunt driver who moonlights as a getaway driver.
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 hands-on textile craft workshop to design and make your own bag.
The multi-instrumentalist and composer leads a creative concert introducing young children to inventive soundscapes and curious instruments.
An introductory taster session for sledge hockey, the adaptive winter sport played on the ice.
An untutored sketching session sketching from a live model in the former squatted film academy.
A hands-on creative workshop where children and their parents experiment with making art together.
The Dutch pop singer performs his radio-friendly hits outdoors in the Amsterdamse Bos.
A screening and networking night highlighting short films by female and non-binary directors.
DJs and collectors spin vinyl sets covering soul, jazz, funk, and groove at the neighbourhood cafe.
An informal, drop-in evening of casual chess matches inside the subterranean cultural centre.
A jungle-themed youth theatre show that takes young audiences on an adventurous search.
A cultural salon dedicated to Caribbean literature, music and spoken word at the historic canal house.
A free language workshop and informal café where learners practice spoken Dutch together in a relaxed setting.
A hands-on creative session exploring shape and materials to design handcrafted jewellery pieces.
The French string quartet, celebrated for their Russian repertoire, performs works by Weinberg, Prokofiev, and Beethoven.
The celebrated British tenor and his longtime collaborative pianist perform nineteenth-century lieder by Wolf and Schubert.
The long-running stand-up comedy showcase FATU returns with a four-comic lineup featuring veteran Dutch comedian Theo Maassen.
The Netherlands Bach Society performs a baroque programme highlighting musical contrast and diversity.
A guided tour event organized in conjunction with the gallery's street-art and urban aesthetics exhibition.
A relaxed Sunday afternoon of acoustic swing and French chanson inside the canal-side brown café.
A practical sewing workshop teaching basic techniques to alter and customise old clothing.
Melkweg Cinema screens feature-length documentaries and concert films spotlighting iconic musicians, subcultures, and music history.
A night exploring Surinamese jazz fusions, kawina rhythms, and funk grooves.
The stand-up comedian headlines an evening of English-language comedy.
An evening of stand-up comedy paired with mixed drinks alongside the IJ.
The veteran Los Angeles techno and house producer headlines alongside Monty DJ.
An open-air secondhand market selling pre-loved clothes, homeware, and garden finds.
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.
The grassroots archive presents perspectives on colonial history, resistance, and grassroots solidarity movements across the Dutch empire and beyond.
An architectural retrospective tracking four decades of urban expansion and city planning in Amsterdam.
Actors spin an improvised theatrical story using audience suggestions to explore a chosen genre.
A practical textile workshop teaching mending, customisation, and redesign techniques to revamp old garments.
A community textile workshop reflecting on Dutch colonial history and the transatlantic slave trade through hands-on crafting.
Costumed actors recreate Victorian-era life and engineering inside the historic steam pumping station.
A community hip-hop project pairing local seniors with beats and rhymes in the shopping centre.
Children aged eight and up can explore coniferous tree species from around the globe across the botanical garden.
Organist Ere Lievonen and flautist Raymond Honing explore classical repertoire on the venue's unique 31-tone microtonal Fokker organ.
Interactive play and sensory learning activities designed for young children.
Audience seating for the recording of Eva Jinek's current affairs talkshow at De Hallen.
The restaurant serves a surprise multi-course tasting menu decided entirely by the kitchen, without an à la carte option.
A queer club night focused on upbeat pop tracks and electronic dance anthems in the Houthavens.
A special tour and discussion exploring Andy Warhol's life, art, and enduring cultural impact through an LGBTQ+ lens.
An outdoor nature scavenger trail for families featuring animal sculptures and tasks along the path.
A Sunday concert dedicated to the chamber music and symphonic works of Joseph Haydn.
An architectural model exhibition exploring the extensive future urban development plans for Amsterdam's northern docklands.
A high-energy theatre production aimed at teenagers, tackling consumerism, identity and modern waste culture.
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.
A late listening and club session downstairs in the basement, featuring selections from the Berlin-based selector Nathalie Seres and DJ Tracksuit.
An exhibition examining how contemporary artists combine photography with collage techniques to construct alternative narratives.
A hands-on craft session teaching basic techniques to design and assemble personal jewellery.
A self-guided walking route detailing maritime history and architectural landmarks around the Oosterdok docklands.
An interactive audio-visual walking tour around Amsterdam East designed for children aged seven and up.
Exhibition of photography by the Dutch-Uruguayan artist known for her portraits exploring gender, identity, and memory.
An exhibition exploring the legacy and innovations of the nineteenth-century Dutch cocoa and chocolate manufacturer.
The visual artist presents installations and performances reflecting on post-colonial history, identity and Caribbean heritage.
A guided walk exploring the plant collections and seasonal highlights of the botanical garden.
Live jazz over drinks and dinner in the former public bathhouse in Amsterdam East.
A lively cultural showcase bringing together emerging musical acts and creative performances.
The central library hosts an exhibition celebrating the history, milestones, and activists of the local LGBTQ+ movement.
Photography exhibition exploring personal reflections, tributes, and diverse cultural perspectives on mortality.
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.
Hands-on clay modelling workshop guiding participants through basic sculpting and shaping techniques.
Henri-Georges Clouzot's 1956 documentary captures Pablo Picasso painting directly onto glass, revealing his artistic process in real time.
A guided walk from the historic Red Light District house highlighting influential women in the city's social history.
The University of Amsterdam’s archaeology museum displays ancient glassware from Roman, Egyptian, and Mediterranean collections.
The friendly Studio 100 clown stars in a gentle film adventure aimed at toddlers and their families.
A facilitator guides participants through structured philosophical discussion on everyday dilemmas, inspired by Socratic dialogue.
An evening devoted to fresh oysters and paired drinks at the hotel's bar.
A playful family afternoon combining casual games of bingo with food and entertainment.
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.
A community paper-folding meetup where participants practice traditional and contemporary origami designs together.
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.
A showcase celebrating contemporary creative voices and heritage across the Moluccan diaspora in the Netherlands.
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.
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 artist places his own body alongside motorbikes and heavy machinery in an immersive live performance exploring vulnerability and absurdism.
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.
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 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.
An archival photo display tracing the history of Amsterdam's Pride demonstrations and queer activism.
Artists reflect on Franz Kafka's life, writings, and complex psychological world in a multidisciplinary exhibition.
A special World Pride exhibition exploring the historical relationship between the Lutheran church and the Amsterdam queer community.
A retrospective examining the Austrian director known for his unflinching, controversial docudramas exploring the darker fringes of European society.
A personal storytelling session recounting experiences and legacies connected to the Holocaust.
A guided workshop for parents and young children focusing on imagination and emotional wellbeing.
A community running event winding through the paved paths and green spaces of Amsterdam-Noord.
A community-oriented concert presenting organ and vocal works by Johann Sebastian Bach in the historic canal-side church.
Residents in the city centre leave unwanted books, clothing, and household items on their doorsteps for passersby to collect.
The sustainable Amsterdam fashion house hosts a temporary boutique featuring its latest collection alongside discounted archival pieces.
An art exhibition exploring modern self-representation and collective belonging in the converted NDSM shipyard.
A mixed-media showcase in the shipyard warehouse investigating aquatic movement and bodily immersion.
Musicians gather to perform short, eclectic musical sketches and experimental works.
A guided behind-the-scenes walking tour of the contemporary concert hall on the IJ waterfront.
A playful, mixed-discipline performance of stories, songs, and tech-driven music designed for all ages.
A behind-the-scenes guided tour through the concert halls, backstage areas, and modern architecture of the waterfront music venue.
An afternoon tea celebrating the Jewish harvest festival of Sukkot.
The Netherlands Bach Society explores contrasting musical styles and traditions in early European baroque.
The long-running stand-up comedy club brings a lively mixed bill to Southeast Amsterdam.
The eight-piece saxophone ensemble launches its latest recording project in the neo-Gothic interior of De Duif.
A guided physical movement workshop connecting participants to the natural environment of the Sloterplas lake.
A hands-on workshop guiding musicians through listening techniques, spontaneous composition, and collaborative playing.
A one-hour hands-on workshop introducing basic tools and beginner techniques for making your own jewellery.
An interactive storytelling session designed to introduce children to books and creative tales.
Local performers, musicians, and comedians take the stage for short sets at this West neighbourhood arts venue.
A festival celebrating Portuguese musical heritage, from traditional styles to contemporary compositions, at the Amstelkerk.
Guitarist Folker Tettero's groove-heavy jazz trio welcomes saxophonist Iman Spaargaren in a converted munitions building outside Weesp.
A physical youth theatre performance tackling consumerism, climate anxieties, and waste culture.
A musical tribute celebrating classic songs and styles from across the South American continent.
Singing and movement classes for children, taught by Tehuta.
The Belgian jazz vocalist performs an intimate in-store set at the long-running record shop.
Award-winning British alto saxophonist Sam Newbould joins the house trio for the long-running Sunday afternoon session.
Live jazz from a local trio during Sunday afternoon drinks at the neighbourhood pub near Artis.
The veteran Filipino R&B and pop band performs live alongside guest artists.
The American pop singer-songwriter, who built a substantial following on TikTok, performs his catchy narrative tracks.
The Turkish-born artist, known for blends of traditional Anatolian folk and contemporary pop, performs live.
The versatile Dutch singer and theatrical performer plays an intimate cabaret-style concert.
Teams compete over rounds of general knowledge and trivia in a classic neighbourhood brown cafe.
Comedians and musicians present a humorous, accessible stage show unpacking classical music history without the stuffiness.
The dynamic Georgian electronic instrumental trio joins forces with Amsterdam-based vocalist Diana Sidibé.
Live vocalists and musicians run through an evening of classic and contemporary R&B and soul numbers.
Practical studio session introducing ceramic glazing techniques, finishes, and colour application for pottery.
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.
An annual public lecture addressing human rights, tolerance, and justice, named after the Dutch writer and concentration camp survivor.
Textile artist Claudy Jongstra pairs her signature felted, raw wool pieces with works by guest artists exploring sustainable material processes.
A guided walking and sketching excursion exploring the surrounding streets with drawing materials in hand.
Guided walks around the historic country estate in Heemstede, where botanist Carl Linnaeus once worked as court physician and garden director.
A tactile scale model allows visitors to experience the architecture of the waterfront and the Arcam building through touch.
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.
An exhibition tracing how textile production and the fabric trade were bound up with Dutch colonial slavery.
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 guided walk through the photography museum's temporary exhibition inside its canal house galleries.
An exhibition dedicated to the mid-century rescue and reconstruction of historic wooden windmills and houses along the Zaan.
Local artists across the village open their studios to the public to show paintings, sculpture and ceramics.
Contemporary artists explore selfhood and belonging in a collaborative group exhibition.
An exhibition at the museum of Lutheran history exploring the heritage and resilience of the queer community.
A theatrical production exploring the legacy of the prominent Dutch feminist activist movement founded in 1969.
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.
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.
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.
Solo theatre and cabaret performance by Leon Brill at the casual dining and performance venue.
The Dutch painter and illustrator displays works celebrating female bodies, desire, and bodily vulnerability through soft, vibrant color.
A visual arts exhibition spotlighting local creative talent and community stories.
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 indoor simulator session letting golfers play virtual rounds on courses from around the world.
The Dutch artist displays whimsical ceramic creatures and eccentric character sculptures.
An exhibition exploring life and permanence through printmaking and graphic arts.
A poignant visual exploration of dementia, loss and a father slowly fading from memory.
An art exhibition reflecting on bodies, water and the physical act of swimming.
A freeform, barefoot conscious dance session held without alcohol or talking on the floor.
The live band plays energetic covers spanning swing, soul, funk, and classic rhythm and blues just off Leidseplein.
A guided public nature walk through the heathland and protected wetland reserve near Hilversum.
An exhibition focusing on the post-war Dutch avant-garde collective that united artists and architects in search of new functional forms.
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An art installation probing the fraught and porous boundary between natural environments and human culture.
Community repair event where volunteers help fix broken household appliances, clothing, electronics, and bicycles.
An open participatory singing gathering held at the Jordaan neighbourhood theatre cafe.
A staged production exploring regeneration, growth and personal roots through contemporary Dutch theatre.
A stand-up comedy showcase featuring a lineup of Dutch-language comedians.
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.
Artists explore self-representation and identity through paintings, photography, film, installations, and performance art.
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 celebrating the creative practices of school art teachers who maintain their own parallel artistic work.
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.
Stalls fill the shopping centre area with second-hand household goods, clothing, and bric-a-brac.
An exhibition hosted at De Ateliers residency residence, showcasing contemporary resident artists.
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.
Marinka Reuten shows subtle, atmospheric works evoking dappled sunlight filtering through trees.
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Petra Kroon presents mixed-media works exploring transparency, vulnerability, and personal boundaries.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Six artists reflect on themes of loneliness, connection, and isolation in this group show.
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.
A look back at the radical Fluxus happening staged by the two Dutch conceptual artists.
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.
The Indigenous Surinamese activist and community organizer speaks about cultural preservation and Indigenous rights.
Trainers lead a group fitness session combining cardio and bodyweight exercises in Oosterpark.
A friendly running or walking circuit around the city's historic national rowing course.
A networking and co-working meet-up for purpose-driven freelancers, founders, and creative entrepreneurs.
A community giveaway market where neighbours share unwanted items for free reuse.
An outdoor high-intensity interval training session designed to build strength and cardiovascular fitness in the forest.
A community gaming evening of Magic: The Gathering and board games for women, lesbian, intersex, non-binary, trans, and agender players.
A somatic workshop introducing polyvagal theory to help identify personal stress responses and states of calm.
Dutch artist Ineke Oostveen presents personal figurative work exploring adulthood and maturity.
Artist Jefta Hoed exhibits work inspired by urban detritus, city textures, and raw street culture.
A regular walking group for women through the park in Amsterdam-Noord.
An inquisitive community outing visiting the Amsterdam headquarters of the Church of Scientology.
A walking tour of the historic cemetery along the Amstel, known for its notable Dutch burials and garden architecture.
A local reading group meets over coffee to discuss the celebrated Northern Irish-British author's work.
A street party bringing together local residents of all ages in the Indische Buurt.
A regular walking group in West for staying active and meeting local neighbours.
A relaxed Sunday community gathering with drinks in Amsterdam-Noord.
A screening of a film exploring the history and cultural impact of the saxophone.
Guided walk-in tours providing deeper context on the modern and contemporary post-war art in the collection.
An interactive session exploring theoretical and aesthetic perspectives on art at the public library.
A social Sunday afternoon tea dance featuring classic swing, pop, and ballroom tunes.
A guided tour of an exhibition focused on themes of connection and loneliness.
A local creative writing workshop followed by an open stage for sharing new words and stories.
The renowned Dutch vocal ensemble specialises in 15th- and 16th-century Franco-Flemish polyphony, sung from historical notation.
The vocal ensemble performs an a cappella concert spanning pop and close harmony arrangements.
A screening of the documentary profiling the daily life and memories of Paramaribo's oldest woman.
Comedians and performers test out new material and routines ahead of an official premiere.
A live version of the candid conversation and podcast show on the big stage.
A group contemporary art exhibition exploring memory, haunting, and institutional space.
A live set of acoustic and folk-leaning music at the intimate neighbourhood theatre cafe.
The Polish comedian and blogger brings her solo stand-up show on the pitfalls of toxic self-improvement to Amsterdam.
Two acts bring an evening of live music to the campsite bar.
A practical workshop on legal tools, digital opt-outs, and technical methods artists can use to protect their work from AI scrapers.
A weekly Sunday afternoon gathering for Arabic speakers and anyone interested in Arabic culture to socialise over drinks and snacks.
The Amsterdam dream-pop outfit launch their new record alongside local support.
Performers and synth enthusiasts meet for an evening dedicated to modular synthesizers and live electronic hardware sets.
John Wright, longtime drummer and songwriter of Canadian punk icons NoMeansNo, performs his new project.
The Dutch journalist and presenter tests new theatrical material exploring connection, personal crises, and contemporary culture.
A panel and discussion evening exploring David Foster Wallace's landmark novel Infinite Jest and the pursuit of sincerity in modern culture.
The flute-and-piano duo perform late-Romantic and 20th-century French masterworks by Franck, Debussy, Ravel, and Messiaen.
The indie act headlines with support from Stuzzy Pink at Cinetol.
The Leidseplein rock bar closes out the weekend with live bands playing funk, rock, and soul.
Late-night jazz at the historic brown bar just off Leidseplein.
The live cover band plays an energetic set of classic rock, pop, and funk favourites.
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.
The Renaissance-era town hall opens its historic council chamber and collection of paintings for self-guided exploration.
A guided walk through the museum's permanent display charting the citizens, industries, and culture of Haarlem over several centuries.
An afternoon tea dance and social gathering for the local LGBTQ+ community.
An audio-guided walking tour exploring the neighbourhood through women's voices, personal histories and urban memories.
The historic artists' society mounts a group exhibition centered on green themes, ecology, and nature.
A printmaking exhibition presented by the Grafein foundation showcasing diverse contemporary relief, intaglio, and screen-printing techniques.
A group art exhibition exploring the messy, uncertain transition into adulthood.
The broadcast recording brings citizens and experts together for a moderated live debate on pressing social and political issues.
The closing event for the Forum 27an exhibition, featuring a final chance to view the works on display.
The local outfit plays a live set of rootsy, energetic blues.
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 public presentation explores memory, temporal layers, and archival practices through Indonesian cultural perspectives.
A period exhibition showcasing daily family life, interiors and traditions of historic regional residents.
The photographer presents his debut solo exhibition of visual work.
A visual arts exhibition reflecting on ruins, aftermath, and rebuilding.
The Dutch co-founder of the Nul movement displays his signature assemblages made from discarded mass-produced everyday objects.
A pop-up exhibition exploring the history and popular impact of Dutch missing-person and ancestry television programmes.
A historical presentation tracing traditional women's clothing, headwear, and customs of Volendam.
An exhibition sharing community stories, recycled treasures and sustainable making from the neighbourhood hub.
Group art exhibition exploring themes of vulnerability, transparency, and personal boundaries.
An outdoor community arts and gardening project situated on the new sand-spit development of Strandeiland.
The Dutch sculptor shows new geometric, spatial works fashioned from industrial iron and steel.
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.
Riverside bar and restaurant on the Amstel hosting regular community drinks, food, and social events.
An intimate visual art exhibition staged inside the quirky local church venue.
A Dutch theatre production exploring power, bureaucracy, and modern office dynamics.
The German singer-songwriter plays an intimate acoustic set of folk-inflected songs.
Youth theatre school students perform an original staging about growing up, time passing, and everyday routines.
An intimate theatrical performance staged in the living-room theatre in the West district.
A theatrical production presented on the Leidseplein stage.
A local networking evening and speed-dating session organised for city-centre residents.
Discounted entry for students at the indoor climbing and bouldering gym throughout the month.
The French artist exhibits delicate ceramic sculptures alongside drawings that blend organic shapes with architectural forms.
A repair and craft session teaching participants how to pulp and recycle old paper into new sheets.
An exhibition exploring the interplay between sound, music, and visual art.
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.
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.
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.
An intimate stand-up comedy night hosted in the cultural basement venue.
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.
An art exhibition confronting ruin, aftermath, and rebuilding in the Rokin club rooms.
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.
A library exhibition tracing local histories and personal memories through shared narratives.
Puerto Rican artist Beatriz Santiago Muñoz presents her moving-image work examining myth, ecology, and post-military landscapes.
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.
Members of the local Nieuw-West photography club present their recent observational and community work.
An exhibition focusing entirely on the intricate, layered colored-pencil drawings of Dutch artist Frank Lenferink.
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.
Rob Looman's photographic series chronicles his father's gradual cognitive decline from dementia.
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.
A screening of the acclaimed essay film charting the overlooked maritime container-shipping networks driving global capitalism.
The artist-run space presents a collaborative exhibition exploring how personal and collective trauma are held and recalled.
An exhibition exploring the historical, social and religious lives of Lutheran communities in the Netherlands.
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.
An exhibition spotlighting twelve community-led neighbourhood projects from across Amsterdam.
A movement and embodiment workshop exploring inner energy and grounding through the concept of the five elements.
An open co-working and collaboration meetup for software engineers, designers, and creative builders.
An evening of electronic club music.
A community presentation exploring human biology, metabolic sequencing, and practical biohacking techniques.
A panel and discussion on how digital tools can complement rather than substitute human practice.
Fokker organ specialist Ere Lievonen joins flutist Raymond Honing for a programme of classical works adapted for microtonal instruments.
Sculptor Gaston Bannier presents works at this studio and outdoor display space.
An exhibition showcasing contemporary visual art and designs by the local creator.
The opening reception for an exhibition reflecting on life, community, and changes in the Indische Buurt.
A gathering celebrating the recent greening and renewal of the square, originally designed in 2013 by Hans van Houwelingen.
A guided public discussion reflecting on personal memories, family stories, and the colonial history of the former Dutch East Indies.
A benefit concert paying tribute to veteran Surinamese-Dutch percussionist León Lemmer.
A local neighbourhood gathering in Weesp featuring food, socialising, and community activities.
The historical performance group brings Renaissance and Baroque chamber repertoire to the hidden church in Diemen.
A historical discussion examining two different perspectives on the late colonial period in Suriname.
Actors Ludwig Bindervoet, Hendrickje Zeeuw, Dara Bazelet, and Ellen Goemans stage a collaborative theatrical production exploring security and isolation.
The vocal group revisits classic Dutch songs and popular melodies from the twentieth century.
A launch event for the new volume documenting the Netherlands' historical presence at the Venice Biennale.
A screening of a documentary film exploring contemporary challenges to democratic systems worldwide, followed by discussion.
A practical creative session for arts educators focused on unconventional lesson prompts.
Veteran Dutch jazz pianist Jos van Beest leads a celebratory acoustic swing set alongside saxophonist Joep Grotendorst and bassist Boet Kaaijk.
An evening of debate reflecting on the legacy and contemporary relevance of the late Surinamese-Dutch essayist.
The Dutch musician releases his new record with an intimate live performance.
The hostel bar hosts a casual evening movie screening.
The adventurous TryTone musicians' collective hosts an evening of contemporary composed and improvised music.
Porn Film Festival Amsterdam screens this rural-themed erotic feature in an intimate indie cinema setting.
A group exhibition examining how human presence, touch, and collective memory reverberate across material objects.
An exhibition of surviving drawings, crafts, and memorabilia by the two sisters from the well-known regional industrial family.
A dual exhibition pairing sculptural earthworks with folded textile compositions.
A contemporary theater performance running at Theater Bellevue.
An artist-led tour exploring the exhibition through personal stories and creative insights.
An evening of Dutch stand-up comedy featuring an evolving lineup of established and emerging performers.
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 display highlighting local community projects, social initiatives, and resident-led neighborhood improvements.
An interactive Arabic language class tailored for children.
An intimate evening performance staged at the boutique taproom and theatre venue.
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 intimate theatrical performance staged at the taproom theatre.
A casual community bingo session hosted by Nicole at the local community centre.
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 peer support gathering for parents caring for a child with a disability or extra care needs.
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.
An informational exhibition from the Dutch central bank on the development, function, and privacy aspects of a European digital currency.
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.
Georgian violist Elena Gogodze plays a solo and chamber set in the public library branch at De Hallen.
Pianist Olga Göschel and violinist Neil Dixon give a duo recital at the Papagenohuis community arts centre.
A film screening hosted at the community centre for older residents in the Plantage neighbourhood.
The amateur chamber choir performs a seasonal choral programme inside Weesp's historic Van Houtenkerk.
The Dutch theatre company stages a solo piece tackling political fatigue, idealism, and personal conviction from a left-wing perspective.
An evening social gathering tailored specifically for senior women.
A collective reading session discussing how social reproduction theory applies to the occupation in Palestine.
The live-music bar hosts an evening of unannounced touring or local rock and cover acts.
A Sunday morning worship gathering with the local church community.
A temporary display of contemporary art works.
A neighbourhood drop-in meeting offering space to socialise and connect with locals.
A church service and reflection centred on Isaiah 49:6, exploring themes of universal light and hope.
A peer support group for women to share experiences and find solidarity in a safe space.
A supportive gathering for people grieving the loss of a loved one, held at the historic cemetery.
A Catholic church service held in the cemetery chapel.
Cor Ofman leads a Pax Peace Week church service on the Keizersgracht.
An informal local gathering for Diemen residents to catch up over coffee or drinks.
Participants and organizers gather to reflect on and evaluate the self-directed education initiative.
This intimate show by the British indie-pop singer-songwriter has been postponed.
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The landmark survey brings together the Japanese artist's signature polka dots, Infinity Mirror Rooms, and monumental soft sculptures.
The acclaimed Japanese avant-garde artist exhibits her iconic polka-dot patterns, mirrored rooms, and monumental installations.
Lie down on mats beneath the glass roof of the maritime museum to hear live music by candlelight.
The monthly open-air design market brings makers, artists and food stalls to the museum lawns.
An interactive science and technology exhibition focusing on the history, physics, and programming behind video games.
The science museum's hands-on floor lets visitors experiment with everyday engineering, household technology, and clean energy.
Stalls selling artisanal produce, hot food and handmade goods rotate through the city's parks on Sundays.
Audiences bring blankets and lie flat underneath the glass courtyard canopy to listen to live classical music.
Over 150 monumental street art murals, painted on-site by international artists, fill a former shipyard warehouse.
A major retrospective by the renowned photographer known for monumental landscapes, portraits and atmospheric explorations of human impact.
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.
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 interactive family exhibition where visitors consult the wise raven to explore themes of nature and human connection across cultures.
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.
A relaxed, sensory concert format introducing classical sounds and rhythms to babies up to 18 months old.
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.
A hands-on music-making workshop where kids and parents experiment with unique electronic and acoustic instruments.
An exhibition for children featuring the intricate, detail-rich illustrations of Dutch picture-book maker Charlotte Dematons.
The Icelandic stand-up comic brings his dry, observant English-language show exploring continental quirks to Amsterdam.
A guided twilight nature walk for children to spot nocturnal wildlife and dusk-hunting animals.
An exhibition showcasing the pop artist's commercial textile designs from the 1950s and 1960s before his rise to fame.
The festival organisers stage a walkthrough experience using lasers, lights, and electronic soundscapes across several rooms.
Direct conversations and oral histories shared with survivors of the Holocaust.
An exhibition focusing on Rembrandt's radical working methods, trial prints and inventive techniques with ink and copperplate.
Local independent makers, designers, and craftspeople sell handmade wares inside the former tram depot.
Local designers, craftspeople, and food vendors set up stalls on Museumplein, running a week early to avoid marathon road closures.
The national museum displays textiles, costumes, and everyday garments highlighting traces of wear and historical repairs.
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.
A multimedia showcase combining digital projections and photography to explore the life and art of the Mexican painter.
The photographer presents vivid, stylised portraits celebrating the fashion and contemporary identity of people from Xinjiang.
A showcase examining the core movements and history of global street art inside the NDSM shipyard warehouse.
Morning yoga session held surrounded by Vincent van Gogh's masterworks.
An immersive digital experience that recreates the streets and canals of seventeenth-century Amsterdam.
A family exhibition exploring magic, illusions and ritual in Jewish culture and folklore.
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.
An interactive family exhibition where children solve animal riddles and explore folk stories from around the globe.
A gentle, sensory theatrical performance designed specifically for toddlers and babies.
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.
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.
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.
The city history museum offers a special celebratory programme with free treats for visitors.
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.
An exhibition marking the city's 750th anniversary, tracing Amsterdam's history through key moments and archival records.
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.
STRAAT explores the fundamental visual elements of graffiti culture, from lettering and tags to rhythm and line work.
The exhibition showcases Rembrandt's restless printmaking techniques and experimental etching methods.
A hands-on painting session at the museum focusing on bold brushwork, vibrant color choices, and still life composition.
Monumental iron and steel sculptures by Dutch modernist Carel Visser are on display throughout the museum's outdoor gardens.
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.
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.
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.
A guided look inside the striking Amsterdam School landmark, paired with drinks or food in the grand hotel.
Children can drop in to create their own artworks inspired by the museum's collection and exhibitions.
The acclaimed Detroit hip-hop producer and MC performs his signature blend of live-instrument soul, funk, and hard-hitting beats.
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.
DJs play deep house and electronic sets on the twentieth floor of the A'DAM Tower overlooking the city.
A guided museum tour designed to introduce children to modern art through playful activities and questions.
Sightseeing boats navigate the moat and outer waterways surrounding the star-shaped fortress town.
A specialist tour through the world's oldest functioning Jewish library, housed in the Portuguese Synagogue complex.
Creative, hands-on craft and play activities for children aged five and up.
Curated screenings highlighting iconic films, cult favourites, and indie classics from the 1990s.
Screenings of documentaries, concert films, and cinematic features focused on musical artists and subcultures.
The contemporary art museum's basement level hosts large-scale room projections, light works, and screen-based installations.
An exhibition featuring the Congolese artists' cooperative CATPC, exploring post-colonial ecology, labour, and restitution.
A guided tasting session exploring the culinary customs and flavours of the Dutch Renaissance in the castle grounds.
Sightseeing boat cruises along the scenic Vecht river past historic estates and tea houses.
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 acclaimed Dutch children's book illustrator exhibits her intricately detailed drawings.
Historical reenactors demonstrate traditional musket-firing and military drills inside the Naarden fortress museum.
The optical illusion museum opens its doors to four-legged visitors alongside their owners.
Close-up magicians perform sleight of hand right at the tables in a casual pub setting.
The American artist examines identity, gender, and celebrity culture through self-portraiture that mimics glossy fashion shoots and consumer advertising.
Toddlers and young children get free-jumping access to the trampolines during a session tailored for little ones.
Special garden tours, plant displays, and seasonal activities across the formal baroque grounds of the royal palace.
The exhibition highlights textile designs and fabric works created by artists linked to the mid-century avant-garde Cobra movement.
A family weekend of puppet theatre designed to stimulate the senses of young audiences.
A long-running Sunday afternoon tradition of live jazz sessions in a classic literary café on the canal.
An open creative workshop in the museum where visitors experiment with spontaneous painting and mixed media in the CoBrA spirit.
A self-guided or organised walking route exploring the historic ramparts, castle and waterways of the fortified town.
A hands-on workshop guiding participants through traditional cold-process soapmaking using natural ingredients.
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.
An indoor jump session on connected trampolines and obstacle courses.
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.
The city archives present fifty key moments, figures, and transformations from Amsterdam’s past.
Professional artists set up stalls on the Spui square every Sunday to sell paintings, prints, and ceramics directly to passersby.
An interactive, multi-sensory tour of the museum designed specifically for blind and visually impaired visitors.
Showcase spotlighting cutting-edge graduate collections from the Netherlands' top fashion academy alumni.
A small-group salon boat tour departs from the five-star hotel along the Amstel river.
The museum investigates the origins, artist, and identity of the sitter in an enigmatic Golden Age portrait.
Organ and classical musicians give daytime performances beneath the vaulted ceiling of the historic canal-side church.
A practical culinary class covering milk curdling, pressing and the fundamentals of home cheesemaking.
Promotional burger giveaway celebrating the launch of a new menu item.
Guests share family-style platters prepared with local and sustainable produce at this countryside restaurant venue.
A hands-on ceramics class teaching throwing and shaping clay on the potter's wheel.
Display of the freshly conserved sixteenth-century altarpiece depicting the descent from the cross in the attic church.
The historic castle estate showcases its botanical gardens and grounds in seasonal bloom.
A guided backstage look through the auditoriums, workshops, and history of the city's municipal theatre.
Musicians take turns on stage for a late-night blues and rock session at the long-running Leidseplein live-music venue.
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.
An informal board game meetup designed to help Dutch language learners practice their speaking skills while playing games.
An introductory walkthrough of the photography museum's current exhibitions led by an in-house guide.
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 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.
Johannes Verspronck's famed 1641 portrait is reunited with the accompanying paintings of the child's parents.
The museum displays patterned skirts and wearable textiles designed by key painters and sculptors of the post-war CoBrA movement.
A hands-on craft session covering the practical techniques, ingredients, and chemistry needed to create natural bar soaps.
Errol Morris's Oscar-winning documentary features former US Secretary of Defense Robert McNamara reflecting on the nature of 20th-century warfare.
Dolly Parton and Burt Reynolds star in the 1982 musical comedy about a legendary Texas brothel under threat from a television evangelist.
Nicolas Winding Refn's stylish 2011 neo-noir thriller stars Ryan Gosling as a quiet Hollywood stunt driver who moonlights as a getaway driver.
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.
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 hands-on creative workshop where children and their parents experiment with making art together.
A free language workshop and informal café where learners practice spoken Dutch together in a relaxed setting.
The French string quartet, celebrated for their Russian repertoire, performs works by Weinberg, Prokofiev, and Beethoven.
The celebrated British tenor and his longtime collaborative pianist perform nineteenth-century lieder by Wolf and Schubert.
A communal dinner cooked with seasonal produce harvested from local urban gardens.
A food pop-up pairing traditional Palestinian cuisine with community fundraising and cultural programming.
Melkweg Cinema screens feature-length documentaries and concert films spotlighting iconic musicians, subcultures, and music history.
A night exploring Surinamese jazz fusions, kawina rhythms, and funk grooves.
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.
An open-air secondhand market selling pre-loved clothes, homeware, and garden finds.
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.
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.
A practical textile workshop teaching mending, customisation, and redesign techniques to revamp old garments.
Children aged eight and up can explore coniferous tree species from around the globe across the botanical garden.
Interactive play and sensory learning activities designed for young children.
Audience seating for the recording of Eva Jinek's current affairs talkshow at De Hallen.
The restaurant serves a surprise multi-course tasting menu decided entirely by the kitchen, without an à la carte option.
A queer club night focused on upbeat pop tracks and electronic dance anthems in the Houthavens.
A special tour and discussion exploring Andy Warhol's life, art, and enduring cultural impact through an LGBTQ+ lens.
An outdoor nature scavenger trail for families featuring animal sculptures and tasks along the path.
An architectural model exhibition exploring the extensive future urban development plans for Amsterdam's northern docklands.
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.
An exhibition examining how contemporary artists combine photography with collage techniques to construct alternative narratives.
A hands-on craft session teaching basic techniques to design and assemble personal jewellery.
A self-guided walking route detailing maritime history and architectural landmarks around the Oosterdok docklands.
An interactive audio-visual walking tour around Amsterdam East designed for children aged seven and up.
Exhibition of photography by the Dutch-Uruguayan artist known for her portraits exploring gender, identity, and memory.
An exhibition exploring the legacy and innovations of the nineteenth-century Dutch cocoa and chocolate manufacturer.
The visual artist presents installations and performances reflecting on post-colonial history, identity and Caribbean heritage.
A guided walk exploring the plant collections and seasonal highlights of the botanical garden.
Live jazz over drinks and dinner in the former public bathhouse in Amsterdam East.
A lively cultural showcase bringing together emerging musical acts and creative performances.
The central library hosts an exhibition celebrating the history, milestones, and activists of the local LGBTQ+ movement.
Photography exhibition exploring personal reflections, tributes, and diverse cultural perspectives on mortality.
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.
Hands-on clay modelling workshop guiding participants through basic sculpting and shaping techniques.
Henri-Georges Clouzot's 1956 documentary captures Pablo Picasso painting directly onto glass, revealing his artistic process in real time.
A guided walk from the historic Red Light District house highlighting influential women in the city's social history.
The University of Amsterdam’s archaeology museum displays ancient glassware from Roman, Egyptian, and Mediterranean collections.
An evening devoted to fresh oysters and paired drinks at the hotel's bar.
A playful family afternoon combining casual games of bingo with food and entertainment.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A guided walking tour through the modernist sanatorium complex designed by Jan Duiker in Hilversum.
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.
An archival photo display tracing the history of Amsterdam's Pride demonstrations and queer activism.
Artists reflect on Franz Kafka's life, writings, and complex psychological world in a multidisciplinary exhibition.
A special World Pride exhibition exploring the historical relationship between the Lutheran church and the Amsterdam queer community.
A personal storytelling session recounting experiences and legacies connected to the Holocaust.
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.
The sustainable Amsterdam fashion house hosts a temporary boutique featuring its latest collection alongside discounted archival pieces.
An art exhibition exploring modern self-representation and collective belonging in the converted NDSM shipyard.
A mixed-media showcase in the shipyard warehouse investigating aquatic movement and bodily immersion.
A discussion exploring themes of identity, displacement, and community.
A behind-the-scenes guided tour through the concert halls, backstage areas, and modern architecture of the waterfront music venue.
Local performers, musicians, and comedians take the stage for short sets at this West neighbourhood arts venue.
Children can learn acting skills and movement at these drama classes run by Sona.
Singing and movement classes for children, taught by Tehuta.
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.
Live vocalists and musicians run through an evening of classic and contemporary R&B and soul numbers.
Practical studio session introducing ceramic glazing techniques, finishes, and colour application for pottery.
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.
Textile artist Claudy Jongstra pairs her signature felted, raw wool pieces with works by guest artists exploring sustainable material processes.
A guided walking and sketching excursion exploring the surrounding streets with drawing materials in hand.
Guided walks around the historic country estate in Heemstede, where botanist Carl Linnaeus once worked as court physician and garden director.
A tactile scale model allows visitors to experience the architecture of the waterfront and the Arcam building through touch.
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.
An exhibition tracing how textile production and the fabric trade were bound up with Dutch colonial slavery.
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 guided walk through the photography museum's temporary exhibition inside its canal house galleries.
An exhibition dedicated to the mid-century rescue and reconstruction of historic wooden windmills and houses along the Zaan.
Contemporary artists explore selfhood and belonging in a collaborative group exhibition.
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.
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.
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.
Solo theatre and cabaret performance by Leon Brill at the casual dining and performance venue.
The Dutch painter and illustrator displays works celebrating female bodies, desire, and bodily vulnerability through soft, vibrant color.
A visual arts exhibition spotlighting local creative talent and community stories.
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 indoor simulator session letting golfers play virtual rounds on courses from around the world.
The Dutch artist displays whimsical ceramic creatures and eccentric character sculptures.
An exhibition exploring life and permanence through printmaking and graphic arts.
A poignant visual exploration of dementia, loss and a father slowly fading from memory.
An art exhibition reflecting on bodies, water and the physical act of swimming.
A guided public nature walk through the heathland and protected wetland reserve near Hilversum.
An exhibition focusing on the post-war Dutch avant-garde collective that united artists and architects in search of new functional forms.
An art installation probing the fraught and porous boundary between natural environments and human culture.
Community repair event where volunteers help fix broken household appliances, clothing, electronics, and bicycles.
An open participatory singing gathering held at the Jordaan neighbourhood theatre cafe.
The Flemish-Dutch theatre collective hosts an expanded touring evening of live readings, talks, and stage performance.
A staged production exploring regeneration, growth and personal roots through contemporary Dutch theatre.
A stand-up comedy showcase featuring a lineup of Dutch-language comedians.
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.
Artists explore self-representation and identity through paintings, photography, film, installations, and performance art.
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 exhibition hosted at De Ateliers residency residence, showcasing contemporary resident artists.
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.
Marinka Reuten shows subtle, atmospheric works evoking dappled sunlight filtering through trees.
Casual sports, games, and exercise sessions organised specifically for girls in West.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
The Indigenous Surinamese activist and community organizer speaks about cultural preservation and Indigenous rights.
A movement workshop using music and dance steps to stimulate memory and cognitive health.
Singing lessons led by the Dutch jazz singer and theatre maker Astrid Seriese.
An outdoor high-intensity interval training session designed to build strength and cardiovascular fitness in the forest.
Dutch artist Ineke Oostveen presents personal figurative work exploring adulthood and maturity.
A regular walking group in West for staying active and meeting local neighbours.
An open studio day where visitors can meet resident artists and see their works in progress.
Guided walk-in tours providing deeper context on the modern and contemporary post-war art in the collection.
A social Sunday afternoon tea dance featuring classic swing, pop, and ballroom tunes.
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.
An informal community dinner and gathering at the former sewage plant cultural hub.
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.
A communal singing session held in the test building on the Marineterrein grounds.
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.
West Coast cool jazz and hard bop standards played live in the intimate, brick-walled bar.
The live cover band plays an energetic set of classic rock, pop, and funk favourites.
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.
The Renaissance-era town hall opens its historic council chamber and collection of paintings for self-guided exploration.
A guided walk through the museum's permanent display charting the citizens, industries, and culture of Haarlem over several centuries.
An afternoon tea dance and social gathering for the local LGBTQ+ community.
An audio-guided walking tour exploring the neighbourhood through women's voices, personal histories and urban memories.
The historic artists' society mounts a group exhibition centered on green themes, ecology, and nature.
A printmaking exhibition presented by the Grafein foundation showcasing diverse contemporary relief, intaglio, and screen-printing techniques.
A group art exhibition exploring the messy, uncertain transition into adulthood.
The broadcast recording brings citizens and experts together for a moderated live debate on pressing social and political issues.
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.
A visual arts exhibition reflecting on ruins, aftermath, and rebuilding.
The Dutch co-founder of the Nul movement displays his signature assemblages made from discarded mass-produced everyday objects.
A pop-up exhibition exploring the history and popular impact of Dutch missing-person and ancestry television programmes.
A historical presentation tracing traditional women's clothing, headwear, and customs of Volendam.
An exhibition sharing community stories, recycled treasures and sustainable making from the neighbourhood hub.
An outdoor community arts and gardening project situated on the new sand-spit development of Strandeiland.
The Dutch sculptor shows new geometric, spatial works fashioned from industrial iron and steel.
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.
Riverside bar and restaurant on the Amstel hosting regular community drinks, food, and social events.
An intimate visual art exhibition staged inside the quirky local church venue.
Youth theatre school students perform an original staging about growing up, time passing, and everyday routines.
An intimate theatrical performance staged in the living-room theatre in the West district.
A theatrical production presented on the Leidseplein stage.
A local networking evening and speed-dating session organised for city-centre residents.
Discounted entry for students at the indoor climbing and bouldering gym throughout the month.
The French artist exhibits delicate ceramic sculptures alongside drawings that blend organic shapes with architectural forms.
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.
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.
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.
An intimate stand-up comedy night hosted in the cultural basement venue.
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.
An art exhibition confronting ruin, aftermath, and rebuilding in the Rokin club rooms.
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.
A library exhibition tracing local histories and personal memories through shared narratives.
Puerto Rican artist Beatriz Santiago Muñoz presents her moving-image work examining myth, ecology, and post-military landscapes.
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.
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.
A holistic bodywork and plant medicine session focused on physical recovery and relaxation.
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.
Rob Looman's photographic series chronicles his father's gradual cognitive decline from dementia.
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.
A screening of the acclaimed essay film charting the overlooked maritime container-shipping networks driving global capitalism.
The artist-run space presents a collaborative exhibition exploring how personal and collective trauma are held and recalled.
An exhibition exploring the historical, social and religious lives of Lutheran communities in the Netherlands.
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.
An exhibition spotlighting twelve community-led neighbourhood projects from across Amsterdam.
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.
Sculptor Gaston Bannier presents works at this studio and outdoor display space.
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 local film club gathering to watch and discuss a movie together at the library branch.
A workshop blending personal narrative coaching with professional networking to help people communicate their work authentically.
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.
An advanced Iyengar yoga session focusing on precision alignment and sustained postures for experienced practitioners.
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.
A development try-out of a new multidisciplinary piece linking the Orpheus myth with the harp and themes of resistance.
A group exhibition examining how human presence, touch, and collective memory reverberate across material objects.
An exhibition of surviving drawings, crafts, and memorabilia by the two sisters from the well-known regional industrial family.
A dual exhibition pairing sculptural earthworks with folded textile compositions.
A contemporary theater performance running at Theater Bellevue.
An artist-led tour exploring the exhibition through personal stories and creative insights.
An informal orientation session providing practical business and career advice for emerging artists and creative graduates.
An evening of Dutch stand-up comedy featuring an evolving lineup of established and emerging performers.
Open outdoor play sessions for children at the local Erfgooiers playground.
The opening reception for an exhibition highlighting the lived experiences and creative perspectives of students with disabilities.
An architectural exhibition examining post-war reconstruction urbanism and its contemporary renovations in Haarlem's Parkwijk.
A display highlighting local community projects, social initiatives, and resident-led neighborhood improvements.
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 intimate theatrical performance staged at the taproom 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.
The international community in The Hague gathers for an expat fair offering practical information, clubs, and local services.
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 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.
An informal consultation hour offering feedback and advice for emerging musicians and performers.
Emeritus professor Gerd Junne discusses his book exploring the potential of decentralised green hydrogen production.
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 training session or gathering by volunteer medics who provide first aid at protests and political demonstrations.
A listening circle provides a safe space for people to share experiences and connect with others in Amsterdam-Noord.
A public organising meeting bringing residents and activists together to mobilise against the national housing crisis.
A panel conversation aiming to move past media sensationalism and bridge polarized societal divides.
Comedians Raoul and Buğra split the evening to test out fresh stand-up material.
A workshop and panel offering practical guidance and peer support for doctoral candidates navigating academic life.
A temporary display of contemporary art works.
A drop-in café where young people with experience in youth care meet to share stories and support one another.
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.
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 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.
Tuesday 29 September
The landmark survey brings together the Japanese artist's signature polka dots, Infinity Mirror Rooms, and monumental soft sculptures.
The acclaimed Japanese avant-garde artist exhibits her iconic polka-dot patterns, mirrored rooms, and monumental installations.
Lie down on mats beneath the glass roof of the maritime museum to hear live music by candlelight.
The monthly open-air design market brings makers, artists and food stalls to the museum lawns.
An interactive science and technology exhibition focusing on the history, physics, and programming behind video games.
The science museum's hands-on floor lets visitors experiment with everyday engineering, household technology, and clean energy.
Stalls selling artisanal produce, hot food and handmade goods rotate through the city's parks on Sundays.
Audiences bring blankets and lie flat underneath the glass courtyard canopy to listen to live classical music.
Over 150 monumental street art murals, painted on-site by international artists, fill a former shipyard warehouse.
A major retrospective by the renowned photographer known for monumental landscapes, portraits and atmospheric explorations of human impact.
Citywide arts festival staging performances, tours, and special events across various participating Amsterdam museums.
The American pop powerhouse singer known for hits like 'I'm Outta Love' plays the arena.
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.
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 interactive family exhibition where visitors consult the wise raven to explore themes of nature and human connection across cultures.
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.
A relaxed, sensory concert format introducing classical sounds and rhythms to babies up to 18 months old.
A hands-on music-making workshop where kids and parents experiment with unique electronic and acoustic instruments.
An exhibition for children featuring the intricate, detail-rich illustrations of Dutch picture-book maker Charlotte Dematons.
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.
Stravinsky's theatrical fable of a soldier outwitting the devil is performed with puppets, live music led by Isabelle Faust, and narration.
The Sacramento alternative rock band brings their dry wit, distinctive trumpet lines and deadpan alt-pop hits to the venue.
A guided twilight nature walk for children to spot nocturnal wildlife and dusk-hunting animals.
An exhibition showcasing the pop artist's commercial textile designs from the 1950s and 1960s before his rise to fame.
The festival organisers stage a walkthrough experience using lasers, lights, and electronic soundscapes across several rooms.
Direct conversations and oral histories shared with survivors of the Holocaust.
An exhibition focusing on Rembrandt's radical working methods, trial prints and inventive techniques with ink and copperplate.
Local independent makers, designers, and craftspeople sell handmade wares inside the former tram depot.
Local designers, craftspeople, and food vendors set up stalls on Museumplein, running a week early to avoid marathon road closures.
The national museum displays textiles, costumes, and everyday garments highlighting traces of wear and historical repairs.
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.
A multimedia showcase combining digital projections and photography to explore the life and art of the Mexican painter.
The photographer presents vivid, stylised portraits celebrating the fashion and contemporary identity of people from Xinjiang.
A showcase examining the core movements and history of global street art inside the NDSM shipyard warehouse.
Morning yoga session held surrounded by Vincent van Gogh's masterworks.
An immersive digital experience that recreates the streets and canals of seventeenth-century Amsterdam.
A family exhibition exploring magic, illusions and ritual in Jewish culture and folklore.
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.
An interactive family exhibition where children solve animal riddles and explore folk stories from around the globe.
A gentle, sensory theatrical performance designed specifically for toddlers and babies.
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.
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.
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.
An exhibition marking the city's 750th anniversary, tracing Amsterdam's history through key moments and archival records.
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.
STRAAT explores the fundamental visual elements of graffiti culture, from lettering and tags to rhythm and line work.
The exhibition showcases Rembrandt's restless printmaking techniques and experimental etching methods.
A hands-on painting session at the museum focusing on bold brushwork, vibrant color choices, and still life composition.
Monumental iron and steel sculptures by Dutch modernist Carel Visser are on display throughout the museum's outdoor gardens.
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.
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.
Young children and families gather for an English-language picture book reading session.
Studio Ghibli's beloved 1995 animated coming-of-age drama follows a bookish schoolgirl in Tokyo who dreams of becoming a writer.
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.
A guided look inside the striking Amsterdam School landmark, paired with drinks or food in the grand hotel.
Children can drop in to create their own artworks inspired by the museum's collection and exhibitions.
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.
Indigenous leaders from the Brazilian Amazon perform traditional spiritual chants and acoustic songs.
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.
Sightseeing boats navigate the moat and outer waterways surrounding the star-shaped fortress town.
A specialist tour through the world's oldest functioning Jewish library, housed in the Portuguese Synagogue complex.
Creative, hands-on craft and play activities for children aged five and up.
Curated screenings highlighting iconic films, cult favourites, and indie classics from the 1990s.
Screenings of documentaries, concert films, and cinematic features focused on musical artists and subcultures.
The contemporary art museum's basement level hosts large-scale room projections, light works, and screen-based installations.
An exhibition featuring the Congolese artists' cooperative CATPC, exploring post-colonial ecology, labour, and restitution.
A guided tasting session exploring the culinary customs and flavours of the Dutch Renaissance in the castle grounds.
Sightseeing boat cruises along the scenic Vecht river past historic estates and tea houses.
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 acclaimed Dutch children's book illustrator exhibits her intricately detailed drawings.
Historical reenactors demonstrate traditional musket-firing and military drills inside the Naarden fortress museum.
The optical illusion museum opens its doors to four-legged visitors alongside their owners.
Close-up magicians perform sleight of hand right at the tables in a casual pub setting.
The American artist examines identity, gender, and celebrity culture through self-portraiture that mimics glossy fashion shoots and consumer advertising.
Toddlers and young children get free-jumping access to the trampolines during a session tailored for little ones.
Special garden tours, plant displays, and seasonal activities across the formal baroque grounds of the royal palace.
The exhibition highlights textile designs and fabric works created by artists linked to the mid-century avant-garde Cobra movement.
A family weekend of puppet theatre designed to stimulate the senses of young audiences.
A long-running Sunday afternoon tradition of live jazz sessions in a classic literary café on the canal.
An open creative workshop in the museum where visitors experiment with spontaneous painting and mixed media in the CoBrA spirit.
A self-guided or organised walking route exploring the historic ramparts, castle and waterways of the fortified town.
A hands-on workshop guiding participants through traditional cold-process soapmaking using natural ingredients.
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.
An indoor jump session on connected trampolines and obstacle courses.
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.
The city archives present fifty key moments, figures, and transformations from Amsterdam’s past.
Professional artists set up stalls on the Spui square every Sunday to sell paintings, prints, and ceramics directly to passersby.
An interactive, multi-sensory tour of the museum designed specifically for blind and visually impaired visitors.
Showcase spotlighting cutting-edge graduate collections from the Netherlands' top fashion academy alumni.
A small-group salon boat tour departs from the five-star hotel along the Amstel river.
The museum investigates the origins, artist, and identity of the sitter in an enigmatic Golden Age portrait.
Organ and classical musicians give daytime performances beneath the vaulted ceiling of the historic canal-side church.
A practical culinary class covering milk curdling, pressing and the fundamentals of home cheesemaking.
Promotional burger giveaway celebrating the launch of a new menu item.
Guests share family-style platters prepared with local and sustainable produce at this countryside restaurant venue.
A vinyasa flow class guided by dynamic techno and ambient electronic tracks inside a nightclub space.
A hands-on ceramics class teaching throwing and shaping clay on the potter's wheel.
Display of the freshly conserved sixteenth-century altarpiece depicting the descent from the cross in the attic church.
The historic castle estate showcases its botanical gardens and grounds in seasonal bloom.
A guided backstage look through the auditoriums, workshops, and history of the city's municipal theatre.
Musicians take turns on stage for a late-night blues and rock session at the long-running Leidseplein live-music venue.
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.
An informal board game meetup designed to help Dutch language learners practice their speaking skills while playing games.
An introductory walkthrough of the photography museum's current exhibitions led by an in-house guide.
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 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.
Johannes Verspronck's famed 1641 portrait is reunited with the accompanying paintings of the child's parents.
The museum displays patterned skirts and wearable textiles designed by key painters and sculptors of the post-war CoBrA movement.
A hands-on craft session covering the practical techniques, ingredients, and chemistry needed to create natural bar soaps.
An informal, low-pressure group walk in the park for mothers and their babies.
Children's books are brought to life through lively theatrical storytelling for young listeners.
Dolly Parton and Burt Reynolds star in the 1982 musical comedy about a legendary Texas brothel under threat from a television evangelist.
Nicolas Winding Refn's stylish 2011 neo-noir thriller stars Ryan Gosling as a quiet Hollywood stunt driver who moonlights as a getaway driver.
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 hands-on workshop guiding participants through assembling their own self-sustaining planted jar.
A hands-on creative workshop where children and their parents experiment with making art together.
A family-oriented museum tour offering an accessible, shared introduction to modern art.
A free language workshop and informal café where learners practice spoken Dutch together in a relaxed setting.
Comedian Rami Nima hosts an evening of stand-up comedy featuring up-and-coming and established acts.
The French string quartet, celebrated for their Russian repertoire, performs works by Weinberg, Prokofiev, and Beethoven.
The celebrated British tenor and his longtime collaborative pianist perform nineteenth-century lieder by Wolf and Schubert.
Young children can listen to French short stories read aloud in this multilingual library session.
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.
A relaxed Tuesday evening drawing session open to all skill levels with no fixed agenda.
Melkweg Cinema screens feature-length documentaries and concert films spotlighting iconic musicians, subcultures, and music history.
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.
An open-air secondhand market selling pre-loved clothes, homeware, and garden finds.
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.
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.
A practical textile workshop teaching mending, customisation, and redesign techniques to revamp old garments.
Children aged eight and up can explore coniferous tree species from around the globe across the botanical garden.
Interactive play and sensory learning activities designed for young children.
Audience seating for the recording of Eva Jinek's current affairs talkshow at De Hallen.
The restaurant serves a surprise multi-course tasting menu decided entirely by the kitchen, without an à la carte option.
A queer club night focused on upbeat pop tracks and electronic dance anthems in the Houthavens.
A special tour and discussion exploring Andy Warhol's life, art, and enduring cultural impact through an LGBTQ+ lens.
Vendors gather to sell organic produce, dairy, bread and pantry goods.
An outdoor nature scavenger trail for families featuring animal sculptures and tasks along the path.
An architectural model exhibition exploring the extensive future urban development plans for Amsterdam's northern docklands.
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.
An exhibition examining how contemporary artists combine photography with collage techniques to construct alternative narratives.
A hands-on craft session teaching basic techniques to design and assemble personal jewellery.
A self-guided walking route detailing maritime history and architectural landmarks around the Oosterdok docklands.
An interactive audio-visual walking tour around Amsterdam East designed for children aged seven and up.
Exhibition of photography by the Dutch-Uruguayan artist known for her portraits exploring gender, identity, and memory.
An exhibition exploring the legacy and innovations of the nineteenth-century Dutch cocoa and chocolate manufacturer.
The visual artist presents installations and performances reflecting on post-colonial history, identity and Caribbean heritage.
A guided walk exploring the plant collections and seasonal highlights of the botanical garden.
Live jazz over drinks and dinner in the former public bathhouse in Amsterdam East.
A lively cultural showcase bringing together emerging musical acts and creative performances.
The central library hosts an exhibition celebrating the history, milestones, and activists of the local LGBTQ+ movement.
Photography exhibition exploring personal reflections, tributes, and diverse cultural perspectives on mortality.
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.
Hands-on clay modelling workshop guiding participants through basic sculpting and shaping techniques.
Henri-Georges Clouzot's 1956 documentary captures Pablo Picasso painting directly onto glass, revealing his artistic process in real time.
A guided walk from the historic Red Light District house highlighting influential women in the city's social history.
The University of Amsterdam’s archaeology museum displays ancient glassware from Roman, Egyptian, and Mediterranean collections.
An evening devoted to fresh oysters and paired drinks at the hotel's bar.
A playful family afternoon combining casual games of bingo with food and entertainment.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A guided walking tour through the modernist sanatorium complex designed by Jan Duiker in Hilversum.
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.
Artists reflect on Franz Kafka's life, writings, and complex psychological world in a multidisciplinary exhibition.
A special World Pride exhibition exploring the historical relationship between the Lutheran church and the Amsterdam queer community.
A personal storytelling session recounting experiences and legacies connected to the Holocaust.
Library staff read illustrated stories aloud to entertain young children and toddlers.
The sustainable Amsterdam fashion house hosts a temporary boutique featuring its latest collection alongside discounted archival pieces.
An art exhibition exploring modern self-representation and collective belonging in the converted NDSM shipyard.
A mixed-media showcase in the shipyard warehouse investigating aquatic movement and bodily immersion.
A behind-the-scenes guided tour through the concert halls, backstage areas, and modern architecture of the waterfront music venue.
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.
Local performers, musicians, and comedians take the stage for short sets at this West neighbourhood arts venue.
Coached outdoor games and sports for children aged eight to 13 at the local playground.
A hands-on digital learning workshop where young people practice tech and design skills.
An interactive reading and craft workshop designed for children aged five and up.
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 and Aaron Sorkin's 2010 drama about the bitter founding of Facebook, screened as part of the library's book-and-film series.
A practical visual arts course covering core drawing and painting techniques to help develop your personal style.
Drop-in social chess games open to players of all skill levels.
An intimate evening of live music in the historic, thirty-seat theater.
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.
Practical studio session introducing ceramic glazing techniques, finishes, and colour application for pottery.
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.
A guided listening walk exploring the ambient sounds and acoustic environment around the Sloterplas lake.
Textile artist Claudy Jongstra pairs her signature felted, raw wool pieces with works by guest artists exploring sustainable material processes.
A guided walking and sketching excursion exploring the surrounding streets with drawing materials in hand.
Guided walks around the historic country estate in Heemstede, where botanist Carl Linnaeus once worked as court physician and garden director.
A tactile scale model allows visitors to experience the architecture of the waterfront and the Arcam building through touch.
Dancers learn rock 'n' roll partner footwork and moves in the historic waterfront ballroom.
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.
An exhibition tracing how textile production and the fabric trade were bound up with Dutch colonial slavery.
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 guided walk through the photography museum's temporary exhibition inside its canal house galleries.
An exhibition dedicated to the mid-century rescue and reconstruction of historic wooden windmills and houses along the Zaan.
Contemporary artists explore selfhood and belonging in a collaborative group exhibition.
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.
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.
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.
Solo theatre and cabaret performance by Leon Brill at the casual dining and performance venue.
The Dutch painter and illustrator displays works celebrating female bodies, desire, and bodily vulnerability through soft, vibrant color.
A visual arts exhibition spotlighting local creative talent and community stories.
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.
The Dutch artist displays whimsical ceramic creatures and eccentric character sculptures.
An exhibition exploring life and permanence through printmaking and graphic arts.
A poignant visual exploration of dementia, loss and a father slowly fading from memory.
An art exhibition reflecting on bodies, water and the physical act of swimming.
A guided public nature walk through the heathland and protected wetland reserve near Hilversum.
An exhibition focusing on the post-war Dutch avant-garde collective that united artists and architects in search of new functional forms.
An art installation probing the fraught and porous boundary between natural environments and human culture.
Community repair event where volunteers help fix broken household appliances, clothing, electronics, and bicycles.
An open participatory singing gathering held at the Jordaan neighbourhood theatre cafe.
A staged production exploring regeneration, growth and personal roots through contemporary Dutch theatre.
A stand-up comedy showcase featuring a lineup of Dutch-language comedians.
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.
Artists explore self-representation and identity through paintings, photography, film, installations, and performance art.
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 exhibition hosted at De Ateliers residency residence, showcasing contemporary resident artists.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
The Indigenous Surinamese activist and community organizer speaks about cultural preservation and Indigenous rights.
A psychomotor therapist leads parents and babies in exploring natural infant movement and motor development.
Adults can work on self-directed craft and design projects at their own pace with available guidance.
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.
An outdoor high-intensity interval training session designed to build strength and cardiovascular fitness in the forest.
Dutch artist Ineke Oostveen presents personal figurative work exploring adulthood and maturity.
A screening of the independent feature at the canal-side cinema.
A regular walking group in West for staying active and meeting local neighbours.
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.
A social Sunday afternoon tea dance featuring classic swing, pop, and ballroom tunes.
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.
Entrepreneurs, engineers, and founders gather for casual networking focused on artificial intelligence and startup ventures.
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 communal singing session held in the test building on the Marineterrein grounds.
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 contemporary performance exploring physical connection, rhythm and movement.
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.
A film screening inside the casual cafe-restaurant in the Houthavens.
The Dutch comedy collective returns to the stage with their dark, character-driven cabaret sketches.
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 classic four-piece jazz outfit keeps things swinging into the early hours off Leidseplein.
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.
A free, guided group walk through the park designed to encourage light outdoor exercise and informal neighbourhood socialising.
The Renaissance-era town hall opens its historic council chamber and collection of paintings for self-guided exploration.
A guided walk through the museum's permanent display charting the citizens, industries, and culture of Haarlem over several centuries.
An afternoon tea dance and social gathering for the local LGBTQ+ community.
An audio-guided walking tour exploring the neighbourhood through women's voices, personal histories and urban memories.
The historic artists' society mounts a group exhibition centered on green themes, ecology, and nature.
A printmaking exhibition presented by the Grafein foundation showcasing diverse contemporary relief, intaglio, and screen-printing techniques.
A group art exhibition exploring the messy, uncertain transition into adulthood.
The broadcast recording brings citizens and experts together for a moderated live debate on pressing social and political issues.
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.
A visual arts exhibition reflecting on ruins, aftermath, and rebuilding.
The Dutch co-founder of the Nul movement displays his signature assemblages made from discarded mass-produced everyday objects.
A pop-up exhibition exploring the history and popular impact of Dutch missing-person and ancestry television programmes.
A historical presentation tracing traditional women's clothing, headwear, and customs of Volendam.
An exhibition sharing community stories, recycled treasures and sustainable making from the neighbourhood hub.
An outdoor community arts and gardening project situated on the new sand-spit development of Strandeiland.
The Dutch sculptor shows new geometric, spatial works fashioned from industrial iron and steel.
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.
Riverside bar and restaurant on the Amstel hosting regular community drinks, food, and social events.
An intimate visual art exhibition staged inside the quirky local church venue.
Youth theatre school students perform an original staging about growing up, time passing, and everyday routines.
An intimate theatrical performance staged in the living-room theatre in the West district.
A theatrical production presented on the Leidseplein stage.
A local networking evening and speed-dating session organised for city-centre residents.
Discounted entry for students at the indoor climbing and bouldering gym throughout the month.
An evening of film and hospitality in Westerpark.
The French artist exhibits delicate ceramic sculptures alongside drawings that blend organic shapes with architectural forms.
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.
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.
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.
An intimate stand-up comedy night hosted in the cultural basement venue.
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.
An art exhibition confronting ruin, aftermath, and rebuilding in the Rokin club rooms.
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.
A library exhibition tracing local histories and personal memories through shared narratives.
Puerto Rican artist Beatriz Santiago Muñoz presents her moving-image work examining myth, ecology, and post-military landscapes.
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.
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.
A holistic bodywork and plant medicine session focused on physical recovery and relaxation.
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.
Rob Looman's photographic series chronicles his father's gradual cognitive decline from dementia.
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.
A screening of the acclaimed essay film charting the overlooked maritime container-shipping networks driving global capitalism.
The artist-run space presents a collaborative exhibition exploring how personal and collective trauma are held and recalled.
An exhibition exploring the historical, social and religious lives of Lutheran communities in the Netherlands.
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.
An exhibition spotlighting twelve community-led neighbourhood projects from across Amsterdam.
A professional development workshop focusing on clear communication, constructive conflict resolution, and handling confrontation.
A women's walking group meets every Tuesday for brisk exercise and social conversation.
An informal neighbourhood drop-in morning to chat over a warm cup of coffee.
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.
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.
Sculptor Gaston Bannier presents works at this studio and outdoor display space.
De Balie screens this documentary, followed by an in-depth conversation.
An informal community crafting session paired with food.
Local residents gather for a community film screening and casual discussion.
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.
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 theatre performance exploring the aftermath and personal impact of a fateful accident.
A group exhibition examining how human presence, touch, and collective memory reverberate across material objects.
An exhibition of surviving drawings, crafts, and memorabilia by the two sisters from the well-known regional industrial family.
A dual exhibition pairing sculptural earthworks with folded textile compositions.
The historic artists' society hosts an event delving into a lost or hidden art-world title.
A contemporary theater performance running at Theater Bellevue.
An artist-led tour exploring the exhibition through personal stories and creative insights.
An evening of Dutch stand-up comedy featuring an evolving lineup of established and emerging performers.
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 display highlighting local community projects, social initiatives, and resident-led neighborhood improvements.
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.
Early-stage founders present short business pitches before connecting with fellow entrepreneurs and potential investors.
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.
Emerging founders pitch their companies directly to venture capital investors in an informal café setting.
A student and staff gathering encouraging open discussion, critical inquiry, and debate across different university disciplines.
An intimate theatrical performance staged at the taproom 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.
The city's collection service picks up removed garden paving slabs for residents replacing them with green planting.
A neighbourhood library presents an exhibition of work by the artist.
Drop in with questions about memory loss, dementia, caregiving, and local support resources.
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 practical seminar examining how to spot and address youth loneliness.
A morning workshop teaching practical strategies to step in safely against inappropriate behaviour and harassment.
A health support group in the Dapperbuurt designed for women with a migration background who are managing psychosomatic symptoms.
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.
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.
Founders, engineers, and digital entrepreneurs gather for an evening of informal professional networking in the city center.
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.
The Dutch stand-up and musical comedian tests work-in-progress songs and jokes ahead of his latest theatre run.
A temporary display of contemporary art works.
A Dutch-language workshop on recognising boundaries and fostering a safer social environment on campus.
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.
Wednesday 30 September
The landmark survey brings together the Japanese artist's signature polka dots, Infinity Mirror Rooms, and monumental soft sculptures.
The acclaimed Japanese avant-garde artist exhibits her iconic polka-dot patterns, mirrored rooms, and monumental installations.
Lie down on mats beneath the glass roof of the maritime museum to hear live music by candlelight.
The monthly open-air design market brings makers, artists and food stalls to the museum lawns.
An interactive science and technology exhibition focusing on the history, physics, and programming behind video games.
The science museum's hands-on floor lets visitors experiment with everyday engineering, household technology, and clean energy.
Stalls selling artisanal produce, hot food and handmade goods rotate through the city's parks on Sundays.
Audiences bring blankets and lie flat underneath the glass courtyard canopy to listen to live classical music.
Over 150 monumental street art murals, painted on-site by international artists, fill a former shipyard warehouse.
A major retrospective by the renowned photographer known for monumental landscapes, portraits and atmospheric explorations of human impact.
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.
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 interactive family exhibition where visitors consult the wise raven to explore themes of nature and human connection across cultures.
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.
A relaxed, sensory concert format introducing classical sounds and rhythms to babies up to 18 months old.
A hands-on music-making workshop where kids and parents experiment with unique electronic and acoustic instruments.
An exhibition for children featuring the intricate, detail-rich illustrations of Dutch picture-book maker Charlotte Dematons.
The Australian cult musician brings his tongue-in-cheek persona, slap bass lines, and eighties-inspired synth-pop to the stage.
Amateur and experienced performers take to the stage for an open-mic evening of personal tales, folklore, and spoken word.
A live symphonic orchestra performs the memorable fantasy themes and attraction soundtracks from the Dutch theme park.
A guided twilight nature walk for children to spot nocturnal wildlife and dusk-hunting animals.
An exhibition showcasing the pop artist's commercial textile designs from the 1950s and 1960s before his rise to fame.
The festival organisers stage a walkthrough experience using lasers, lights, and electronic soundscapes across several rooms.
Direct conversations and oral histories shared with survivors of the Holocaust.
An exhibition focusing on Rembrandt's radical working methods, trial prints and inventive techniques with ink and copperplate.
Local independent makers, designers, and craftspeople sell handmade wares inside the former tram depot.
Local designers, craftspeople, and food vendors set up stalls on Museumplein, running a week early to avoid marathon road closures.
The national museum displays textiles, costumes, and everyday garments highlighting traces of wear and historical repairs.
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.
A multimedia showcase combining digital projections and photography to explore the life and art of the Mexican painter.
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.
A showcase examining the core movements and history of global street art inside the NDSM shipyard warehouse.
Morning yoga session held surrounded by Vincent van Gogh's masterworks.
An immersive digital experience that recreates the streets and canals of seventeenth-century Amsterdam.
A family exhibition exploring magic, illusions and ritual in Jewish culture and folklore.
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.
An interactive family exhibition where children solve animal riddles and explore folk stories from around the globe.
A gentle, sensory theatrical performance designed specifically for toddlers and babies.
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.
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.
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.
An exhibition marking the city's 750th anniversary, tracing Amsterdam's history through key moments and archival records.
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.
STRAAT explores the fundamental visual elements of graffiti culture, from lettering and tags to rhythm and line work.
The exhibition showcases Rembrandt's restless printmaking techniques and experimental etching methods.
A hands-on painting session at the museum focusing on bold brushwork, vibrant color choices, and still life composition.
Monumental iron and steel sculptures by Dutch modernist Carel Visser are on display throughout the museum's outdoor gardens.
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.
An accessible musical performance designed specifically for children and families.
Heather Lenz's 2018 documentary traces the life and career of Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, from conservative post-war Japan to global contemporary stardom.
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.
The Australian author of the bestselling Nevermoor fantasy series appears in conversation with Kirsten König.
A guided look inside the striking Amsterdam School landmark, paired with drinks or food in the grand hotel.
Danny Boyle's frenetic 1996 adaptation of Irvine Welsh's novel follows a group of heroin addicts navigating Edinburgh's gritty underbelly.
Children can drop in to create their own artworks inspired by the museum's collection and exhibitions.
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 sensory performance exploring memory, heritage, and identity through scent and personal storytelling.
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.
Teams test their general knowledge over fresh craft beers at the brewery's monthly pub quiz.
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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.
Sightseeing boats navigate the moat and outer waterways surrounding the star-shaped fortress town.
A specialist tour through the world's oldest functioning Jewish library, housed in the Portuguese Synagogue complex.
Creative, hands-on craft and play activities for children aged five and up.
Curated screenings highlighting iconic films, cult favourites, and indie classics from the 1990s.
The author and online commentator performs her solo stage show exploring modern womanhood, marriage, motherhood, and midlife frustrations.
Screenings of documentaries, concert films, and cinematic features focused on musical artists and subcultures.
The contemporary art museum's basement level hosts large-scale room projections, light works, and screen-based installations.
An exhibition featuring the Congolese artists' cooperative CATPC, exploring post-colonial ecology, labour, and restitution.
A guided tasting session exploring the culinary customs and flavours of the Dutch Renaissance in the castle grounds.
Sightseeing boat cruises along the scenic Vecht river past historic estates and tea houses.
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 acclaimed Dutch children's book illustrator exhibits her intricately detailed drawings.
Historical reenactors demonstrate traditional musket-firing and military drills inside the Naarden fortress museum.
The optical illusion museum opens its doors to four-legged visitors alongside their owners.
Close-up magicians perform sleight of hand right at the tables in a casual pub setting.
The American artist examines identity, gender, and celebrity culture through self-portraiture that mimics glossy fashion shoots and consumer advertising.
Toddlers and young children get free-jumping access to the trampolines during a session tailored for little ones.
Special garden tours, plant displays, and seasonal activities across the formal baroque grounds of the royal palace.
The exhibition highlights textile designs and fabric works created by artists linked to the mid-century avant-garde Cobra movement.
A family weekend of puppet theatre designed to stimulate the senses of young audiences.
A long-running Sunday afternoon tradition of live jazz sessions in a classic literary café on the canal.
An open creative workshop in the museum where visitors experiment with spontaneous painting and mixed media in the CoBrA spirit.
A self-guided or organised walking route exploring the historic ramparts, castle and waterways of the fortified town.
A hands-on workshop guiding participants through traditional cold-process soapmaking using natural ingredients.
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.
Visitors examine real archaeological finds up close, handle historical artefacts, and speak directly with museum specialists during National Museum Week.
An indoor jump session on connected trampolines and obstacle courses.
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.
The city archives present fifty key moments, figures, and transformations from Amsterdam’s past.
Professional artists set up stalls on the Spui square every Sunday to sell paintings, prints, and ceramics directly to passersby.
An interactive, multi-sensory tour of the museum designed specifically for blind and visually impaired visitors.
Showcase spotlighting cutting-edge graduate collections from the Netherlands' top fashion academy alumni.
A children's treasure hunt weaving through the bookshelves as part of the annual national Children's Book Week celebrations.
A small-group salon boat tour departs from the five-star hotel along the Amstel river.
The museum investigates the origins, artist, and identity of the sitter in an enigmatic Golden Age portrait.
Organ and classical musicians give daytime performances beneath the vaulted ceiling of the historic canal-side church.
A practical culinary class covering milk curdling, pressing and the fundamentals of home cheesemaking.
Promotional burger giveaway celebrating the launch of a new menu item.
Guests share family-style platters prepared with local and sustainable produce at this countryside restaurant venue.
A hands-on ceramics class teaching throwing and shaping clay on the potter's wheel.
Display of the freshly conserved sixteenth-century altarpiece depicting the descent from the cross in the attic church.
The historic castle estate showcases its botanical gardens and grounds in seasonal bloom.
A guided backstage look through the auditoriums, workshops, and history of the city's municipal theatre.
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.
An informal board game meetup designed to help Dutch language learners practice their speaking skills while playing games.
An introductory walkthrough of the photography museum's current exhibitions led by an in-house guide.
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.
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.
Johannes Verspronck's famed 1641 portrait is reunited with the accompanying paintings of the child's parents.
The museum displays patterned skirts and wearable textiles designed by key painters and sculptors of the post-war CoBrA movement.
A hands-on craft session covering the practical techniques, ingredients, and chemistry needed to create natural bar soaps.
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.
Dolly Parton and Burt Reynolds star in the 1982 musical comedy about a legendary Texas brothel under threat from a television evangelist.
Nicolas Winding Refn's stylish 2011 neo-noir thriller stars Ryan Gosling as a quiet Hollywood stunt driver who moonlights as a getaway driver.
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 hands-on creative workshop where children and their parents experiment with making art together.
A creative craft workshop where participants learn embroidery techniques to embellish and personalise their own printed family photographs.
A wood-fired mobile sauna session set up for relaxation and community warming.
A free language workshop and informal café where learners practice spoken Dutch together in a relaxed setting.
A hands-on workshop for children aged six and up to make their own articulated jumping jack puppets.
The French string quartet, celebrated for their Russian repertoire, performs works by Weinberg, Prokofiev, and Beethoven.
The celebrated British tenor and his longtime collaborative pianist perform nineteenth-century lieder by Wolf and Schubert.
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.
Melkweg Cinema screens feature-length documentaries and concert films spotlighting iconic musicians, subcultures, and music history.
A screen-free afternoon of board games, painting, and creative activities for children and families.
A guided sampling of natural and low-intervention wines in a Jordaan boutique wine bar.
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.
Sunday night karaoke at the longstanding queer and drag bar near Rembrandtplein.
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.
Players identify disco songs played by a live DJ to fill their cards and win prizes.
An immersive science-fiction theatre performance exploring urban futures in space.
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.
An open-air secondhand market selling pre-loved clothes, homeware, and garden finds.
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.
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.
A practical textile workshop teaching mending, customisation, and redesign techniques to revamp old garments.
Children aged eight and up can explore coniferous tree species from around the globe across the botanical garden.
Interactive play and sensory learning activities designed for young children.
Audience seating for the recording of Eva Jinek's current affairs talkshow at De Hallen.
The restaurant serves a surprise multi-course tasting menu decided entirely by the kitchen, without an à la carte option.
A queer club night focused on upbeat pop tracks and electronic dance anthems in the Houthavens.
A special tour and discussion exploring Andy Warhol's life, art, and enduring cultural impact through an LGBTQ+ lens.
An outdoor nature scavenger trail for families featuring animal sculptures and tasks along the path.
An architectural model exhibition exploring the extensive future urban development plans for Amsterdam's northern docklands.
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.
Guest bartender Francesco Pellegrino closes out the aperitivo showcase with specialty cocktails at the canal-side cocktail bar.
An exhibition examining how contemporary artists combine photography with collage techniques to construct alternative narratives.
A hands-on craft session teaching basic techniques to design and assemble personal jewellery.
A self-guided walking route detailing maritime history and architectural landmarks around the Oosterdok docklands.
An interactive audio-visual walking tour around Amsterdam East designed for children aged seven and up.
Exhibition of photography by the Dutch-Uruguayan artist known for her portraits exploring gender, identity, and memory.
An exhibition exploring the legacy and innovations of the nineteenth-century Dutch cocoa and chocolate manufacturer.
The visual artist presents installations and performances reflecting on post-colonial history, identity and Caribbean heritage.
A guided walk exploring the plant collections and seasonal highlights of the botanical garden.
Live jazz over drinks and dinner in the former public bathhouse in Amsterdam East.
A lively cultural showcase bringing together emerging musical acts and creative performances.
The central library hosts an exhibition celebrating the history, milestones, and activists of the local LGBTQ+ movement.
Photography exhibition exploring personal reflections, tributes, and diverse cultural perspectives on mortality.
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.
Hands-on clay modelling workshop guiding participants through basic sculpting and shaping techniques.
Henri-Georges Clouzot's 1956 documentary captures Pablo Picasso painting directly onto glass, revealing his artistic process in real time.
A theatrical masterclass and performance day for young audiences at the literature and children's book museum.
A guided walk from the historic Red Light District house highlighting influential women in the city's social history.
The University of Amsterdam’s archaeology museum displays ancient glassware from Roman, Egyptian, and Mediterranean collections.
An evening devoted to fresh oysters and paired drinks at the hotel's bar.
A playful family afternoon combining casual games of bingo with food and entertainment.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A guided walking tour through the modernist sanatorium complex designed by Jan Duiker in Hilversum.
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.
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.
Artists reflect on Franz Kafka's life, writings, and complex psychological world in a multidisciplinary exhibition.
A special World Pride exhibition exploring the historical relationship between the Lutheran church and the Amsterdam queer community.
A personal storytelling session recounting experiences and legacies connected to the Holocaust.
An open community workshop day where locals can use shared tools and get help with their DIY repair or craft projects.
A student-led reading-aloud session designed to encourage a love of books and stories among young children.
The sustainable Amsterdam fashion house hosts a temporary boutique featuring its latest collection alongside discounted archival pieces.
An art exhibition exploring modern self-representation and collective belonging in the converted NDSM shipyard.
A mixed-media showcase in the shipyard warehouse investigating aquatic movement and bodily immersion.
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.
A behind-the-scenes guided tour through the concert halls, backstage areas, and modern architecture of the waterfront music venue.
Supervised sports and play for kids aged four to 13 on the public square.
Local performers, musicians, and comedians take the stage for short sets at this West neighbourhood arts venue.
Keithlan and Xavier lead dance classes exploring Afro house rhythms and choreography for young dancers.
An intimate evening of spoken word, live acoustic music, and personal storytelling.
A gathering pairing bespoke fashion craftsmanship with guided champagne tastings.
A guided tasting exploring single-origin ceremonial cacaos alongside creative group activities.
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.
A collaborative writing workshop where musicians and lyricists share works in progress and experiment with new material.
An open creative studio session where you choose a medium and work at your own pace with hands-on materials.
Haarlem's spoken-word and rock collective share the bill with local poets and musicians in the Houthavens.
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.
Choir director Hans Veldhuizen leads a communal singing session dedicated to classic and modern cinematic scores.
The Amsterdam-based Israeli jazz guitarist plays a set in the intimate Leidseplein club.
A facilitated community dinner bringing local residents together around a shared table for open conversation.
Practical studio session introducing ceramic glazing techniques, finishes, and colour application for pottery.
A children's scavenger hunt through the library organised for the annual Dutch Children's Book Week.
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.
Textile artist Claudy Jongstra pairs her signature felted, raw wool pieces with works by guest artists exploring sustainable material processes.
A guided walking and sketching excursion exploring the surrounding streets with drawing materials in hand.
Guided walks around the historic country estate in Heemstede, where botanist Carl Linnaeus once worked as court physician and garden director.
A tactile scale model allows visitors to experience the architecture of the waterfront and the Arcam building through touch.
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.
An informal creative workshop where young children learn basic painting and drawing techniques using various art materials.
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 guided walk through the photography museum's temporary exhibition inside its canal house galleries.
An exhibition dedicated to the mid-century rescue and reconstruction of historic wooden windmills and houses along the Zaan.
Contemporary artists explore selfhood and belonging in a collaborative group exhibition.
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.
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 variety evening featuring short, unannounced performances spanning theatre, music, storytelling, and cabaret in an intimate setting.
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.
Solo theatre and cabaret performance by Leon Brill at the casual dining and performance venue.
The Dutch painter and illustrator displays works celebrating female bodies, desire, and bodily vulnerability through soft, vibrant color.
A visual arts exhibition spotlighting local creative talent and community stories.
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.
The Dutch artist displays whimsical ceramic creatures and eccentric character sculptures.
An exhibition exploring life and permanence through printmaking and graphic arts.
A poignant visual exploration of dementia, loss and a father slowly fading from memory.
An art exhibition reflecting on bodies, water and the physical act of swimming.
A guided public nature walk through the heathland and protected wetland reserve near Hilversum.
An exhibition focusing on the post-war Dutch avant-garde collective that united artists and architects in search of new functional forms.
An art installation probing the fraught and porous boundary between natural environments and human culture.
Community repair event where volunteers help fix broken household appliances, clothing, electronics, and bicycles.
An open participatory singing gathering held at the Jordaan neighbourhood theatre cafe.
A staged production exploring regeneration, growth and personal roots through contemporary Dutch theatre.
A stand-up comedy showcase featuring a lineup of Dutch-language comedians.
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.
Artists explore self-representation and identity through paintings, photography, film, installations, and performance art.
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 exhibition hosted at De Ateliers residency residence, showcasing contemporary resident artists.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
The Indigenous Surinamese activist and community organizer speaks about cultural preservation and Indigenous rights.
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 showcase of visual work created during or inspired by journeys into northern landscapes.
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.
An outdoor high-intensity interval training session designed to build strength and cardiovascular fitness in the forest.
A relaxed daytime lunch service inside the alternative cultural centre on the Overtoom.
Dutch artist Ineke Oostveen presents personal figurative work exploring adulthood and maturity.
A public talk examining state security, political crises, and political kidnappings.
A regular walking group in West for staying active and meeting local neighbours.
The secondary school opens its doors for an afternoon festival connecting students, staff, and neighbourhood residents.
A social Sunday afternoon tea dance featuring classic swing, pop, and ballroom tunes.
An informal language café where learners and francophiles practice speaking French together in small groups.
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.
A communal singing session held in the test building on the Marineterrein grounds.
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.
A community-focused, volunteer-run social night for the LGBTQ+ community at the historic anarchist social centre.
A curated showcase presenting the graduation performances of emerging theatre and dance makers from Dutch arts academies.
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 contemporary performance exploring physical connection, rhythm and movement.
A panel discussion examining the digital economy's impact on human focus and cognitive health.
A film screening inside the casual cafe-restaurant in the Houthavens.
The Dutch comedy collective returns to the stage with their dark, character-driven cabaret sketches.
A stand-up comedy showcase presented at Westergas.
The live act performs an evening of electronic music at Cinetol.
A midweek live music and party session at the long-running blues and rock bar on the Lijnbaansgracht.
Dutch trumpeter Suzan Veneman leads a quartet drawn from Amsterdam's contemporary jazz circuit.
Tenor saxophonist Jasper Blom leads a quartet of seasoned Dutch and international jazz players.
The cover band plays a mix of classic rock, pop, and blues standards off Leidseplein.
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.
The Renaissance-era town hall opens its historic council chamber and collection of paintings for self-guided exploration.
Curator Margriet Hoogvliet introduces the museum's interactive digital mapping installation exploring historical cartography and urban development.
A guided walk through the museum's permanent display charting the citizens, industries, and culture of Haarlem over several centuries.
An afternoon tea dance and social gathering for the local LGBTQ+ community.
Participants are guided through conscious connected breathwork focused on seasonal introspection and grounding.
An audio-guided walking tour exploring the neighbourhood through women's voices, personal histories and urban memories.
The historic artists' society mounts a group exhibition centered on green themes, ecology, and nature.
A printmaking exhibition presented by the Grafein foundation showcasing diverse contemporary relief, intaglio, and screen-printing techniques.
A group art exhibition exploring the messy, uncertain transition into adulthood.
The broadcast recording brings citizens and experts together for a moderated live debate on pressing social and political issues.
Teams test their general knowledge, pop culture trivia, and music recall at this informal venue pub quiz.
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.
A visual arts exhibition reflecting on ruins, aftermath, and rebuilding.
The Dutch co-founder of the Nul movement displays his signature assemblages made from discarded mass-produced everyday objects.
A pop-up exhibition exploring the history and popular impact of Dutch missing-person and ancestry television programmes.
A historical presentation tracing traditional women's clothing, headwear, and customs of Volendam.
An exhibition sharing community stories, recycled treasures and sustainable making from the neighbourhood hub.
An outdoor community arts and gardening project situated on the new sand-spit development of Strandeiland.
The Dutch sculptor shows new geometric, spatial works fashioned from industrial iron and steel.
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.
Riverside bar and restaurant on the Amstel hosting regular community drinks, food, and social events.
An intimate visual art exhibition staged inside the quirky local church venue.
A guided group breathwork session geared toward grounding and introspection as the season changes.
Youth theatre school students perform an original staging about growing up, time passing, and everyday routines.
An intimate theatrical performance staged in the living-room theatre in the West district.
A theatrical production presented on the Leidseplein stage.
A local networking evening and speed-dating session organised for city-centre residents.
Discounted entry for students at the indoor climbing and bouldering gym throughout the month.
An evening dedicated to the life and literary legacy of the renowned Curaçaoan author and linguist Frank Martinus Arion.
The French artist exhibits delicate ceramic sculptures alongside drawings that blend organic shapes with architectural forms.
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.
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.
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.
An intimate stand-up comedy night hosted in the cultural basement venue.
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.
An art exhibition confronting ruin, aftermath, and rebuilding in the Rokin club rooms.
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.
A library exhibition tracing local histories and personal memories through shared narratives.
Puerto Rican artist Beatriz Santiago Muñoz presents her moving-image work examining myth, ecology, and post-military landscapes.
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.
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.
Rob Looman's photographic series chronicles his father's gradual cognitive decline from dementia.
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.
A screening of the acclaimed essay film charting the overlooked maritime container-shipping networks driving global capitalism.
The artist-run space presents a collaborative exhibition exploring how personal and collective trauma are held and recalled.
An exhibition exploring the historical, social and religious lives of Lutheran communities in the Netherlands.
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 showcase displaying fresh, newly developed works by participating local artists.
An exhibition spotlighting twelve community-led neighbourhood projects from across Amsterdam.
A free neighbourhood fitness and gentle exercise class for women looking to stay active and meet others.
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 accessible yoga session led by Fabio, focusing on stretching, breath, and relaxation.
Sculptor Gaston Bannier presents works at this studio and outdoor display space.
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.
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 screening dedicated to the visual art and film work of Anne Meffert.
An evening of performance and storytelling staged inside the creative warehouse space.
Percussionist Rachel Zhang presents new works for marimba and vibraphone performed by up-and-coming conservatory players.
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.
The theatre-maker presents a contemporary solo performance piece.
A comedy evening dedicated entirely to puns, wordplay and linguistic jokes.
An informal, volunteer-run drinks night at the independent cultural centre.
A theatre performance exploring the aftermath and personal impact of a fateful accident.
The Dutch comedian and actor, known for his fast-paced sketches and De Speld collaborations, performs his solo cabaret show.
Live visuals mixed alongside the bar's rock soundtrack on the Marnixstraat canal terrace.
A group exhibition examining how human presence, touch, and collective memory reverberate across material objects.
A local librarian reads illustrated children's stories aloud during an informal drop-in session for young kids and parents.
An exhibition of surviving drawings, crafts, and memorabilia by the two sisters from the well-known regional industrial family.
A dual exhibition pairing sculptural earthworks with folded textile compositions.
A live performance afternoon at the long-running independent arts centre in the Staatsliedenbuurt.
The historic artists' society hosts an event delving into a lost or hidden art-world title.
A contemporary theater performance running at Theater Bellevue.
An artist-led tour exploring the exhibition through personal stories and creative insights.
A peaceful, guided mindfulness walk focusing on sensory awareness, breathing, and experiencing nature at an unhurried pace.
An evening of Dutch stand-up comedy featuring an evolving lineup of established and emerging performers.
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 display highlighting local community projects, social initiatives, and resident-led neighborhood improvements.
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 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.
An intimate theatrical performance staged at the taproom theatre.
A guided deep-relaxation meditation practice using the structured yogic sleep technique, open to beginners and experienced practitioners alike.
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 storytelling gathering for older adults focused on sharing personal memories and breaking out of generational bubbles.
A friendly, open community morning at the library offering tea, coffee, and casual conversation.
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.
The Dutch stand-up and musical comedian tests work-in-progress songs and jokes ahead of his latest theatre run.
A temporary display of contemporary art works.
A weekly social knitting circle where neighbours bring their current needlework projects to craft and chat together.
A practical, hands-on workshop teaching researchers foundational data analysis and programming skills using the statistical software R.
An academic seminar session.
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.
Thursday 1 October
The landmark survey brings together the Japanese artist's signature polka dots, Infinity Mirror Rooms, and monumental soft sculptures.
The acclaimed Japanese avant-garde artist exhibits her iconic polka-dot patterns, mirrored rooms, and monumental installations.
Lie down on mats beneath the glass roof of the maritime museum to hear live music by candlelight.
The monthly open-air design market brings makers, artists and food stalls to the museum lawns.
An interactive science and technology exhibition focusing on the history, physics, and programming behind video games.
The science museum's hands-on floor lets visitors experiment with everyday engineering, household technology, and clean energy.
Stalls selling artisanal produce, hot food and handmade goods rotate through the city's parks on Sundays.
Audiences bring blankets and lie flat underneath the glass courtyard canopy to listen to live classical music.
Over 150 monumental street art murals, painted on-site by international artists, fill a former shipyard warehouse.
A major retrospective by the renowned photographer known for monumental landscapes, portraits and atmospheric explorations of human impact.
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.
Hands-on workshops, games, and maritime activities designed for children and families.
An interactive family exhibition where visitors consult the wise raven to explore themes of nature and human connection across cultures.
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.
A relaxed, sensory concert format introducing classical sounds and rhythms to babies up to 18 months old.
A hands-on music-making workshop where kids and parents experiment with unique electronic and acoustic instruments.
An exhibition for children featuring the intricate, detail-rich illustrations of Dutch picture-book maker Charlotte Dematons.
Skateboarding lessons tailored for children, hosted at the indoor skatepark and cafe.
A live symphonic orchestra performs the memorable fantasy themes and attraction soundtracks from the Dutch theme park.
A guided twilight nature walk for children to spot nocturnal wildlife and dusk-hunting animals.
An exhibition showcasing the pop artist's commercial textile designs from the 1950s and 1960s before his rise to fame.
The festival organisers stage a walkthrough experience using lasers, lights, and electronic soundscapes across several rooms.
Direct conversations and oral histories shared with survivors of the Holocaust.
An exhibition focusing on Rembrandt's radical working methods, trial prints and inventive techniques with ink and copperplate.
Local independent makers, designers, and craftspeople sell handmade wares inside the former tram depot.
Local designers, craftspeople, and food vendors set up stalls on Museumplein, running a week early to avoid marathon road closures.
The national museum displays textiles, costumes, and everyday garments highlighting traces of wear and historical repairs.
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.
A multimedia showcase combining digital projections and photography to explore the life and art of the Mexican painter.
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.
A showcase examining the core movements and history of global street art inside the NDSM shipyard warehouse.
Morning yoga session held surrounded by Vincent van Gogh's masterworks.
An immersive digital experience that recreates the streets and canals of seventeenth-century Amsterdam.
A family exhibition exploring magic, illusions and ritual in Jewish culture and folklore.
A practical painting and drawing class focused on composition, colour and expressive brushwork inspired by Vincent van Gogh.
The island fortress examines the psychological and physical experience of isolated military life through historical documents and interactive displays.
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.
An interactive family exhibition where children solve animal riddles and explore folk stories from around the globe.
A gentle, sensory theatrical performance designed specifically for toddlers and babies.
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.
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.
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 festival showcases contemporary performing arts, dance, and music created by artists from across the African continent and diaspora.
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.
An exhibition marking the city's 750th anniversary, tracing Amsterdam's history through key moments and archival records.
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.
STRAAT explores the fundamental visual elements of graffiti culture, from lettering and tags to rhythm and line work.
The exhibition showcases Rembrandt's restless printmaking techniques and experimental etching methods.
A hands-on painting session at the museum focusing on bold brushwork, vibrant color choices, and still life composition.
An outdoor and community exhibition presented in collaboration with Middle East Archive, a digital platform documenting everyday life and visual culture across the region.
Monumental iron and steel sculptures by Dutch modernist Carel Visser are on display throughout the museum's outdoor gardens.
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.
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.
A free science festival aimed at children, hosted by the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences.
The Dutch fashion designer and artist known for colorful, subversive textiles and dolls presents an installation celebrating individuality.
Part of the national science weekend, opening university laboratories and research facilities to the public through family-friendly experiments and talks.
Studio Ghibli's beloved 1995 animated coming-of-age drama follows a bookish schoolgirl in Tokyo who dreams of becoming a writer.
The Australian author of the bestselling Nevermoor fantasy series appears in conversation with Kirsten König.
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Drop-in divination sessions using card reading inside the canal-side museum dedicated to hermetic philosophy and free thought.
A guided look inside the striking Amsterdam School landmark, paired with drinks or food in the grand hotel.
Wim Wenders directs Kōji Yakusho as a Tokyo public toilet cleaner finding poetry and routine in everyday life.
Children can drop in to create their own artworks inspired by the museum's collection and exhibitions.
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.
The long-running British pop-rock band, best known for late-2000s hits like 'She's So Lovely', play the venue's main hall.
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.
Sightseeing boats navigate the moat and outer waterways surrounding the star-shaped fortress town.
A specialist tour through the world's oldest functioning Jewish library, housed in the Portuguese Synagogue complex.
Creative, hands-on craft and play activities for children aged five and up.
Curated screenings highlighting iconic films, cult favourites, and indie classics from the 1990s.
A creative craft workshop where participants can glaze and decorate their own stoneware beer mug.
Screenings of documentaries, concert films, and cinematic features focused on musical artists and subcultures.
The contemporary art museum's basement level hosts large-scale room projections, light works, and screen-based installations.
An exhibition featuring the Congolese artists' cooperative CATPC, exploring post-colonial ecology, labour, and restitution.
The historical island fortress examines the physical and psychological toll of prolonged isolation on soldiers stationed there.
A guided tasting session exploring the culinary customs and flavours of the Dutch Renaissance in the castle grounds.
Sightseeing boat cruises along the scenic Vecht river past historic estates and tea houses.
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 acclaimed Dutch children's book illustrator exhibits her intricately detailed drawings.
Historical reenactors demonstrate traditional musket-firing and military drills inside the Naarden fortress museum.
Close-up magicians perform sleight of hand right at the tables in a casual pub setting.
The American artist examines identity, gender, and celebrity culture through self-portraiture that mimics glossy fashion shoots and consumer advertising.
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 family weekend of puppet theatre designed to stimulate the senses of young audiences.
A long-running Sunday afternoon tradition of live jazz sessions in a classic literary café on the canal.
An open creative workshop in the museum where visitors experiment with spontaneous painting and mixed media in the CoBrA spirit.
A self-guided or organised walking route exploring the historic ramparts, castle and waterways of the fortified town.
The cunning West African and Caribbean trickster spider stars in a playful children's theatre production for ages three and up.
A hands-on workshop guiding participants through traditional cold-process soapmaking using natural ingredients.
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.
An indoor jump session on connected trampolines and obstacle courses.
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.
The city archives present fifty key moments, figures, and transformations from Amsterdam’s past.
Professional artists set up stalls on the Spui square every Sunday to sell paintings, prints, and ceramics directly to passersby.
An interactive, multi-sensory tour of the museum designed specifically for blind and visually impaired visitors.
The Mexican underground techno imprint takes over the club for a collaborative label showcase.
Showcase spotlighting cutting-edge graduate collections from the Netherlands' top fashion academy alumni.
A children's treasure hunt weaving through the bookshelves as part of the annual national Children's Book Week celebrations.
A small-group salon boat tour departs from the five-star hotel along the Amstel river.
The museum investigates the origins, artist, and identity of the sitter in an enigmatic Golden Age portrait.
Organ and classical musicians give daytime performances beneath the vaulted ceiling of the historic canal-side church.
A practical culinary class covering milk curdling, pressing and the fundamentals of home cheesemaking.
Guests share family-style platters prepared with local and sustainable produce at this countryside restaurant venue.
A hands-on ceramics class teaching throwing and shaping clay on the potter's wheel.
Display of the freshly conserved sixteenth-century altarpiece depicting the descent from the cross in the attic church.
The historic castle estate showcases its botanical gardens and grounds in seasonal bloom.
A guided backstage look through the auditoriums, workshops, and history of the city's municipal theatre.
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.
An informal board game meetup designed to help Dutch language learners practice their speaking skills while playing games.
An introductory walkthrough of the photography museum's current exhibitions led by an in-house guide.
A gentle children's theatre production based on Pim Lammers' picture book about identity, acceptance and being who you truly are.
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 exhibition exploring the complex debates, ethics and practices surrounding the restitution of colonial-era heritage items.
An exhibition opening marking half a century of Surinamese independence with art and community stories.
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.
Johannes Verspronck's famed 1641 portrait is reunited with the accompanying paintings of the child's parents.
A triple-bill dance programme presenting three choreographies centred on embodiment, heritage, and physical grounding.
The museum displays patterned skirts and wearable textiles designed by key painters and sculptors of the post-war CoBrA movement.
A hands-on craft session covering the practical techniques, ingredients, and chemistry needed to create natural bar soaps.
Large-scale sculptures by the influential Dutch constructivist and modernist are placed throughout the museum's outdoor grounds.
Dolly Parton and Burt Reynolds star in the 1982 musical comedy about a legendary Texas brothel under threat from a television evangelist.
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.
Nicolas Winding Refn's stylish 2011 neo-noir thriller stars Ryan Gosling as a quiet Hollywood stunt driver who moonlights as a getaway driver.
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 hands-on creative workshop where children and their parents experiment with making art together.
A free language workshop and informal café where learners practice spoken Dutch together in a relaxed setting.
The French string quartet, celebrated for their Russian repertoire, performs works by Weinberg, Prokofiev, and Beethoven.
The celebrated British tenor and his longtime collaborative pianist perform nineteenth-century lieder by Wolf and Schubert.
Performers turn personal stories into completely unscripted scenes at this weekly English-language improv showcase.
A live music showcase and jam session bringing together emerging local hip-hop, soul, and jazz artists.
Melkweg Cinema screens feature-length documentaries and concert films spotlighting iconic musicians, subcultures, and music history.
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.
Sunday night karaoke at the longstanding queer and drag bar near Rembrandtplein.
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.
An immersive science-fiction theatre performance exploring urban futures in space.
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.
An open-air secondhand market selling pre-loved clothes, homeware, and garden finds.
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.
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.
A practical textile workshop teaching mending, customisation, and redesign techniques to revamp old garments.
Children aged eight and up can explore coniferous tree species from around the globe across the botanical garden.
Interactive play and sensory learning activities designed for young children.
Audience seating for the recording of Eva Jinek's current affairs talkshow at De Hallen.
The restaurant serves a surprise multi-course tasting menu decided entirely by the kitchen, without an à la carte option.
The brewing collective hosts an evening of craft beer tastings and socialising.
A queer club night focused on upbeat pop tracks and electronic dance anthems in the Houthavens.
A special tour and discussion exploring Andy Warhol's life, art, and enduring cultural impact through an LGBTQ+ lens.
An outdoor nature scavenger trail for families featuring animal sculptures and tasks along the path.
An architectural model exhibition exploring the extensive future urban development plans for Amsterdam's northern docklands.
Screening as part of CAMERA JAPAN Festival's curated programme of contemporary and classic Japanese film.
An early-childhood music workshop where toddlers and their parents explore songs, rhythm, and gentle movement together.
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.
Screening as part of CAMERA JAPAN Festival, the annual showcase of Japanese cinema held across Rotterdam and Amsterdam.
A traditional puppet theatre performance for young children.
An exhibition examining how contemporary artists combine photography with collage techniques to construct alternative narratives.
A hands-on craft session teaching basic techniques to design and assemble personal jewellery.
A feature screening as part of the nationwide festival celebrating Japanese film culture.
A self-guided walking route detailing maritime history and architectural landmarks around the Oosterdok docklands.
An interactive audio-visual walking tour around Amsterdam East designed for children aged seven and up.
Exhibition of photography by the Dutch-Uruguayan artist known for her portraits exploring gender, identity, and memory.
An exhibition exploring the legacy and innovations of the nineteenth-century Dutch cocoa and chocolate manufacturer.
The visual artist presents installations and performances reflecting on post-colonial history, identity and Caribbean heritage.
A guided walk exploring the plant collections and seasonal highlights of the botanical garden.
Part of CAMERA JAPAN Festival, bringing a wide range of new features, documentaries, and cult classics to Amsterdam.
A lively cultural showcase bringing together emerging musical acts and creative performances.
The central library hosts an exhibition celebrating the history, milestones, and activists of the local LGBTQ+ movement.
Photography exhibition exploring personal reflections, tributes, and diverse cultural perspectives on mortality.
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.
Hands-on clay modelling workshop guiding participants through basic sculpting and shaping techniques.
A guided walk from the historic Red Light District house highlighting influential women in the city's social history.
The University of Amsterdam’s archaeology museum displays ancient glassware from Roman, Egyptian, and Mediterranean collections.
Judith Sijp leads a musical storytelling workshop for toddlers and babies featuring picture books from Children's Book Week.
An evening devoted to fresh oysters and paired drinks at the hotel's bar.
A playful family afternoon combining casual games of bingo with food and entertainment.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A guided walking tour through the modernist sanatorium complex designed by Jan Duiker in Hilversum.
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.
An archival photo display tracing the history of Amsterdam's Pride demonstrations and queer activism.
Artists reflect on Franz Kafka's life, writings, and complex psychological world in a multidisciplinary exhibition.
A special World Pride exhibition exploring the historical relationship between the Lutheran church and the Amsterdam queer community.
A personal storytelling session recounting experiences and legacies connected to the Holocaust.
The sustainable Amsterdam fashion house hosts a temporary boutique featuring its latest collection alongside discounted archival pieces.
An art exhibition exploring modern self-representation and collective belonging in the converted NDSM shipyard.
A mixed-media showcase in the shipyard warehouse investigating aquatic movement and bodily immersion.
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.
A behind-the-scenes guided tour through the concert halls, backstage areas, and modern architecture of the waterfront music venue.
A collaborative anniversary celebration bringing together electronic music, live performances, and community arts.
Local performers, musicians, and comedians take the stage for short sets at this West neighbourhood arts venue.
A film screening and discussion addressing migration, family roots, and cross-border identity.
A community evening featuring food, drinks, and cultural programming at this long-running creative complex.
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.
A community theatre performance using framing and imagery to explore personal stories in an uplifting narrative format.
Eduardo Coutinho's landmark Brazilian documentary reconstructs the interrupted filming of a peasant leader's murder following the 1964 military coup.
A live set of cabaret, theater, or song in the venue's intimate tapassalon.
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.
A theatrical adaptation of Henrik Ibsen's classic domestic tragedy exploring family secrets and inherited guilt.
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.
Choir director Hans Veldhuizen leads a communal singing session dedicated to classic and modern cinematic scores.
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.
Practical studio session introducing ceramic glazing techniques, finishes, and colour application for pottery.
A children's scavenger hunt through the library organised for the annual Dutch Children's Book Week.
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.
Textile artist Claudy Jongstra pairs her signature felted, raw wool pieces with works by guest artists exploring sustainable material processes.
A guided walking and sketching excursion exploring the surrounding streets with drawing materials in hand.
Guided walks around the historic country estate in Heemstede, where botanist Carl Linnaeus once worked as court physician and garden director.
A tactile scale model allows visitors to experience the architecture of the waterfront and the Arcam building through touch.
Three contemporary visual artists show their latest work at this collective exhibition launch.
An exhibition showcasing contemporary visual art and cross-disciplinary projects from the Low Countries.
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 guided walk through the photography museum's temporary exhibition inside its canal house galleries.
An exhibition dedicated to the mid-century rescue and reconstruction of historic wooden windmills and houses along the Zaan.
Contemporary artists explore selfhood and belonging in a collaborative group exhibition.
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.
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.
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.
Solo theatre and cabaret performance by Leon Brill at the casual dining and performance venue.
The Dutch painter and illustrator displays works celebrating female bodies, desire, and bodily vulnerability through soft, vibrant color.
A visual arts exhibition spotlighting local creative talent and community stories.
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 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 exhibition exploring life and permanence through printmaking and graphic arts.
A poignant visual exploration of dementia, loss and a father slowly fading from memory.
An art exhibition reflecting on bodies, water and the physical act of swimming.
The shopping outlet hosts an evening of live entertainment, music, and extra shopping discounts.
A guided public nature walk through the heathland and protected wetland reserve near Hilversum.
An exhibition focusing on the post-war Dutch avant-garde collective that united artists and architects in search of new functional forms.
An art installation probing the fraught and porous boundary between natural environments and human culture.
Community repair event where volunteers help fix broken household appliances, clothing, electronics, and bicycles.
An open participatory singing gathering held at the Jordaan neighbourhood theatre cafe.
A staged production exploring regeneration, growth and personal roots through contemporary Dutch theatre.
A stand-up comedy showcase featuring a lineup of Dutch-language comedians.
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.
Artists explore self-representation and identity through paintings, photography, film, installations, and performance art.
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 exhibition hosted at De Ateliers residency residence, showcasing contemporary resident artists.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Indigenous Surinamese activist and community organizer speaks about cultural preservation and Indigenous rights.
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.
An interactive photography exhibition exploring personal identity and solitude through images and visitor participation.
An outdoor high-intensity interval training session designed to build strength and cardiovascular fitness in the forest.
Dutch artist Ineke Oostveen presents personal figurative work exploring adulthood and maturity.
A regular walking group in West for staying active and meeting local neighbours.
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 social Sunday afternoon tea dance featuring classic swing, pop, and ballroom tunes.
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 communal singing session held in the test building on the Marineterrein grounds.
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.
A sharp solo comedy and storytelling performance exploring life's absurdities.
The Canadian-born tuba player, a member of the Netherlands Philharmonic Orchestra, performs an intimate recital for members and guests.
A live intimate performance presented at the boutique theater and tapas venue.
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.
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A short, close-up live music or theater act in the venue's vintage salon setting.
The Amsterdam literary foundation hosts an evening of readings, conversations, and author interviews.
A contemporary performance exploring physical connection, rhythm and movement.
A film screening inside the casual cafe-restaurant in the Houthavens.
The Dutch artist presents a one-off solo performance or talk.
The Dutch comedy collective returns to the stage with their dark, character-driven cabaret sketches.
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.
A midweek live music and party session at the long-running blues and rock bar on the Lijnbaansgracht.
Dutch trumpeter Suzan Veneman leads a quartet drawn from Amsterdam's contemporary jazz circuit.
A cinematic screening accompanying the release from the Swedish alternative metalcore outfit.
The restaurant-club hybrid hosts a night of dance music curated alongside the NOBLESSE collective.
A Thursday club night playing nostalgic pop, R&B, and hip-hop hits.
The live outfit delivers an evening of rock, funk, and blues covers at the long-running live music bar.
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.
The cover band plays a mix of classic rock, pop, and blues standards off Leidseplein.
A seated listening session inviting audiences to experience music with focused attention in an intimate industrial setting.
A joint exhibition pairing Lou Ros's deconstructed figurative painting with Sanghyuk Kim's contemporary artistic practice.
The Renaissance-era town hall opens its historic council chamber and collection of paintings for self-guided exploration.
A guided walk through the museum's permanent display charting the citizens, industries, and culture of Haarlem over several centuries.
An afternoon tea dance and social gathering for the local LGBTQ+ community.
An audio-guided walking tour exploring the neighbourhood through women's voices, personal histories and urban memories.
The historic artists' society mounts a group exhibition centered on green themes, ecology, and nature.
A printmaking exhibition presented by the Grafein foundation showcasing diverse contemporary relief, intaglio, and screen-printing techniques.
A group art exhibition exploring the messy, uncertain transition into adulthood.
The broadcast recording brings citizens and experts together for a moderated live debate on pressing social and political issues.
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.
A visual arts exhibition reflecting on ruins, aftermath, and rebuilding.
An exhibition and presentation exploring the spatial and visual language of road markings, transit zones, and temporary infrastructure.
The Dutch co-founder of the Nul movement displays his signature assemblages made from discarded mass-produced everyday objects.
A pop-up exhibition exploring the history and popular impact of Dutch missing-person and ancestry television programmes.
A historical presentation tracing traditional women's clothing, headwear, and customs of Volendam.
An exhibition sharing community stories, recycled treasures and sustainable making from the neighbourhood hub.
An outdoor community arts and gardening project situated on the new sand-spit development of Strandeiland.
The Dutch sculptor shows new geometric, spatial works fashioned from industrial iron and steel.
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.
Riverside bar and restaurant on the Amstel hosting regular community drinks, food, and social events.
An intimate visual art exhibition staged inside the quirky local church venue.
Youth theatre school students perform an original staging about growing up, time passing, and everyday routines.
An intimate theatrical performance staged in the living-room theatre in the West district.
A theatrical production presented on the Leidseplein stage.
A local networking evening and speed-dating session organised for city-centre residents.
The French artist exhibits delicate ceramic sculptures alongside drawings that blend organic shapes with architectural forms.
A repair and craft session teaching participants how to pulp and recycle old paper into new sheets.
Hear directly from the creator behind the urban design project exploring sidewalks and neighbourhood life.
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.
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.
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.
An intimate stand-up comedy night hosted in the cultural basement venue.
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.
An art exhibition confronting ruin, aftermath, and rebuilding in the Rokin club rooms.
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.
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.
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.
Community clinic appointments offering traditional acupuncture and cupping therapy.
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.
Rob Looman's photographic series chronicles his father's gradual cognitive decline from dementia.
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.
An exhibition exploring the historical, social and religious lives of Lutheran communities in the Netherlands.
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.
An exhibition spotlighting twelve community-led neighbourhood projects from across Amsterdam.
A free neighbourhood fitness and gentle exercise class for women looking to stay active and meet others.
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.
A weekly group singing class working through swing and light vocal arrangements for local vocalists.
Sculptor Gaston Bannier presents works at this studio and outdoor display space.
An independent festival combining political theater, poetry, and debate at the intimate activist performance venue.
Startups pitch their ideas to investors and industry experts in a fast-paced networking event.
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 theatre-maker presents a contemporary solo performance piece.
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.
A theatre performance exploring the aftermath and personal impact of a fateful accident.
The Dutch comedian and actor, known for his fast-paced sketches and De Speld collaborations, performs his solo cabaret show.
Live visuals mixed alongside the bar's rock soundtrack on the Marnixstraat canal terrace.
A weekly student-focused club night spanning hip-hop, house and R&B on Leidseplein.
A mid-week club night spinning R&B, hip-hop and house in the main hall of the Rembrandtplein venue.
A group exhibition examining how human presence, touch, and collective memory reverberate across material objects.
A local librarian reads illustrated children's stories aloud during an informal drop-in session for young kids and parents.
An exhibition of surviving drawings, crafts, and memorabilia by the two sisters from the well-known regional industrial family.
A dual exhibition pairing sculptural earthworks with folded textile compositions.
The Dutch theatre-maker performs his one-man show in an intimate setting.
The historic artists' society hosts an event delving into a lost or hidden art-world title.
A contemporary theater performance running at Theater Bellevue.
An artist-led tour exploring the exhibition through personal stories and creative insights.
An evening of Dutch stand-up comedy featuring an evolving lineup of established and emerging performers.
The concluding showcase where student teams present the conversational AI prototypes developed during their collaborative hackathon.
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 display highlighting local community projects, social initiatives, and resident-led neighborhood improvements.
A research symposium reflecting on a year of operating as a Zoöp, examining multispecies governance and urban wildlife in the park.
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 intimate theatrical performance staged at the taproom theatre.
Students and researchers collaborate over an intensive coding weekend to build practical chat tools and AI-driven language applications.
The independent project space hosts a contemporary visual art exhibition.
The international school launches its new visual arts academy with an inaugural celebration in Rotterdam.
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 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 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.
A Dutch stage production exploring growth, renewal, and vulnerability in an intimate theatrical setting.
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.
A community workshop focused on career building, practical job skills, and personal development.
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.
Friday 2 October
The landmark survey brings together the Japanese artist's signature polka dots, Infinity Mirror Rooms, and monumental soft sculptures.
The acclaimed Japanese avant-garde artist exhibits her iconic polka-dot patterns, mirrored rooms, and monumental installations.
Lie down on mats beneath the glass roof of the maritime museum to hear live music by candlelight.
The long-running Dutch dance promoter hosts multiple electronic music parties as part of Amsterdam Dance Event.
The Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra performs the celebrated Studio Ghibli film scores composed by Joe Hisaishi.
The monthly open-air design market brings makers, artists and food stalls to the museum lawns.
An interactive science and technology exhibition focusing on the history, physics, and programming behind video games.
The science museum's hands-on floor lets visitors experiment with everyday engineering, household technology, and clean energy.
Stalls selling artisanal produce, hot food and handmade goods rotate through the city's parks on Sundays.
The Lebanese pop superstar, known as the 'Queen of the Stage', performs her high-energy Arabic dance-pop.
Audiences bring blankets and lie flat underneath the glass courtyard canopy to listen to live classical music.
Over 150 monumental street art murals, painted on-site by international artists, fill a former shipyard warehouse.
A full orchestra performs club anthems and electronic dance classics alongside guest vocalists and DJs.
A major retrospective by the renowned photographer known for monumental landscapes, portraits and atmospheric explorations of human impact.
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.
Hands-on workshops, games, and maritime activities designed for children and families.
An interactive family exhibition where visitors consult the wise raven to explore themes of nature and human connection across cultures.
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.
A relaxed, sensory concert format introducing classical sounds and rhythms to babies up to 18 months old.
A hands-on music-making workshop where kids and parents experiment with unique electronic and acoustic instruments.
An exhibition for children featuring the intricate, detail-rich illustrations of Dutch picture-book maker Charlotte Dematons.
The cultural centre's signature Friday night features an open programme of oral storytelling from local and visiting tale-tellers.
The comedy troupe stages an improvised sketch show exploring the quirks and realities of expat life in the Dutch capital.
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 multi-venue festival across central Haarlem celebrates vinyl culture with record fairs, live music, talks, and listening sessions.
An exhibition showcasing the pop artist's commercial textile designs from the 1950s and 1960s before his rise to fame.
The festival organisers stage a walkthrough experience using lasers, lights, and electronic soundscapes across several rooms.
A family-friendly exhibition showcasing recognisable landmarks of Amsterdam built out of Lego bricks on the NDSM wharf.
Direct conversations and oral histories shared with survivors of the Holocaust.
An exhibition focusing on Rembrandt's radical working methods, trial prints and inventive techniques with ink and copperplate.
Local independent makers, designers, and craftspeople sell handmade wares inside the former tram depot.
Local designers, craftspeople, and food vendors set up stalls on Museumplein, running a week early to avoid marathon road closures.
The national museum displays textiles, costumes, and everyday garments highlighting traces of wear and historical repairs.
Original stencils, screen prints, and authenticated indoor works by the elusive Bristol street artist are on permanent display.
The Norwegian alternative rock band are known for their theatrical live performances driven by pump organ, oil barrels, and energetic gypsy-punk rhythms.
The Nijmegen alternative rock band brings their genre-bending rhythms and theatrical live show to Carré.
A weekend market offering vintage furniture, design pieces, curiosities, and decorative objects in the historic market hall.
A multimedia showcase combining digital projections and photography to explore the life and art of the Mexican painter.
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.
A showcase examining the core movements and history of global street art inside the NDSM shipyard warehouse.
Morning yoga session held surrounded by Vincent van Gogh's masterworks.
An immersive digital experience that recreates the streets and canals of seventeenth-century Amsterdam.
A family exhibition exploring magic, illusions and ritual in Jewish culture and folklore.
A fixed lunch arrangement served at the fortress island of Pampus, accessible by ferry across the IJmeer.
A practical painting and drawing class focused on composition, colour and expressive brushwork inspired by Vincent van Gogh.
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 long-running annual tasting event returns to showcase a wide variety of seasonal Dutch autumn bock beers.
The island fortress examines the psychological and physical experience of isolated military life through historical documents and interactive displays.
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.
An interactive family exhibition where children solve animal riddles and explore folk stories from around the globe.
A gentle, sensory theatrical performance designed specifically for toddlers and babies.
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.
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.
The New Cool Collective frontman gathers top European alto saxophonists for an evening celebrating the instrument.
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.
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.
Contemporary dance, theatre, and music by African makers explore themes of land, roots, and belonging under this year's Soil | Soul theme.
The annual festival showcases contemporary performing arts, dance, and music created by artists from across the African continent and diaspora.
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.
An exhibition marking the city's 750th anniversary, tracing Amsterdam's history through key moments and archival records.
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.
STRAAT explores the fundamental visual elements of graffiti culture, from lettering and tags to rhythm and line work.
The exhibition showcases Rembrandt's restless printmaking techniques and experimental etching methods.
A hands-on painting session at the museum focusing on bold brushwork, vibrant color choices, and still life composition.
An outdoor and community exhibition presented in collaboration with Middle East Archive, a digital platform documenting everyday life and visual culture across the region.
Monumental iron and steel sculptures by Dutch modernist Carel Visser are on display throughout the museum's outdoor gardens.
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.
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 interactive live concert designed for young children and their families to sing and dance along together.
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.
The Australian author of the bestselling Nevermoor fantasy series appears in conversation with Kirsten König.
A behind-the-scenes building tour followed by a free afternoon classical performance.
A guided look inside the striking Amsterdam School landmark, paired with drinks or food in the grand hotel.
Children can drop in to create their own artworks inspired by the museum's collection and exhibitions.
Sightseeing boats navigate the moat and outer waterways surrounding the star-shaped fortress town.
A specialist tour through the world's oldest functioning Jewish library, housed in the Portuguese Synagogue complex.
Creative, hands-on craft and play activities for children aged five and up.
The street art museum opens after hours for an evening programme featuring Dutch visual artist and muralist Marije Maria.
Curated screenings highlighting iconic films, cult favourites, and indie classics from the 1990s.
The cello section of the renowned pop and jazz orchestra performs in an intimate acoustic arrangement.
Screenings of documentaries, concert films, and cinematic features focused on musical artists and subcultures.
The contemporary art museum's basement level hosts large-scale room projections, light works, and screen-based installations.
An exhibition featuring the Congolese artists' cooperative CATPC, exploring post-colonial ecology, labour, and restitution.
The historical island fortress examines the physical and psychological toll of prolonged isolation on soldiers stationed there.
A guided tasting session exploring the culinary customs and flavours of the Dutch Renaissance in the castle grounds.
The multinational trio play danceable synth-pop built around bright electronic beats and melodic hooks.
Veteran German house producer Ian Pooley joins Amsterdam favourite Merel Helderman behind the decks.
Sightseeing boat cruises along the scenic Vecht river past historic estates and tea houses.
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 acclaimed Dutch children's book illustrator exhibits her intricately detailed drawings.
Historical reenactors demonstrate traditional musket-firing and military drills inside the Naarden fortress museum.
Close-up magicians perform sleight of hand right at the tables in a casual pub setting.
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.
The American artist examines identity, gender, and celebrity culture through self-portraiture that mimics glossy fashion shoots and consumer advertising.
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 family weekend of puppet theatre designed to stimulate the senses of young audiences.
A long-running Sunday afternoon tradition of live jazz sessions in a classic literary café on the canal.
A communal dining event pairing food with oral history and personal narratives, presented by KIP Republic and Imagine IC.
Dimitri Kirsanoff’s silent avant-garde French classic screens with a live accompaniment, followed by a foyer afterparty.
An open creative workshop in the museum where visitors experiment with spontaneous painting and mixed media in the CoBrA spirit.
A self-guided or organised walking route exploring the historic ramparts, castle and waterways of the fortified town.
A hands-on workshop guiding participants through traditional cold-process soapmaking using natural ingredients.
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.
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.
An indoor jump session on connected trampolines and obstacle courses.
A full evening of classic swing and big band standards played live for dancers and listeners.
A nostalgia-focused club night spinning soundtrack favourites and pop hits from classic nineties and noughties childhood television.
The queer-oriented electronic club hosts a takeover by the techno collective and event series.
Giegling co-founder DJ Dustin headlines an evening of deep techno and leftfield electronics in the former car repair shop.
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.
Professional artists set up stalls on the Spui square every Sunday to sell paintings, prints, and ceramics directly to passersby.
An interactive, multi-sensory tour of the museum designed specifically for blind and visually impaired visitors.
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.
Performers gather for the tenth edition of the festival dedicated to the expressive, avant-garde Japanese dance form.
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.
The Mexican underground techno imprint takes over the club for a collaborative label showcase.
Showcase spotlighting cutting-edge graduate collections from the Netherlands' top fashion academy alumni.
A children's treasure hunt weaving through the bookshelves as part of the annual national Children's Book Week celebrations.
A small-group salon boat tour departs from the five-star hotel along the Amstel river.
A slow, guided session that applies mindfulness techniques to appreciating the museum's paintings.
The museum investigates the origins, artist, and identity of the sitter in an enigmatic Golden Age portrait.
Organ and classical musicians give daytime performances beneath the vaulted ceiling of the historic canal-side church.
A practical culinary class covering milk curdling, pressing and the fundamentals of home cheesemaking.
A warehouse sale in the Western port district offering houseplants, pots, and greenery at steep discounts.
Guests share family-style platters prepared with local and sustainable produce at this countryside restaurant venue.
CAMERA JAPAN screens this feature as part of its annual festival dedicated to Japanese cinema and culture.
A late-night live music session built on tight funk, soul, and rhythm-and-blues grooves off Leidseplein.
Charlie Chaplin directs and stars in his acclaimed 1940 satire lampooning Adolf Hitler, Benito Mussolini, and rising fascism.
A hands-on ceramics class teaching throwing and shaping clay on the potter's wheel.
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.
The historic castle estate showcases its botanical gardens and grounds in seasonal bloom.
A guided backstage look through the auditoriums, workshops, and history of the city's municipal theatre.
An international and local lineup of electronic DJs spin sets across the venue's distinctive spaces.
A party night spinning guilty pleasures, noughties chart-toppers, and retro pop anthems for the over-twenties crowd.
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.
An informal board game meetup designed to help Dutch language learners practice their speaking skills while playing games.
An introductory walkthrough of the photography museum's current exhibitions led by an in-house guide.
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 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.
Johannes Verspronck's famed 1641 portrait is reunited with the accompanying paintings of the child's parents.
A triple-bill dance programme presenting three choreographies centred on embodiment, heritage, and physical grounding.
The museum displays patterned skirts and wearable textiles designed by key painters and sculptors of the post-war CoBrA movement.
A hands-on craft session covering the practical techniques, ingredients, and chemistry needed to create natural bar soaps.
Large-scale sculptures by the influential Dutch constructivist and modernist are placed throughout the museum's outdoor grounds.
Dolly Parton and Burt Reynolds star in the 1982 musical comedy about a legendary Texas brothel under threat from a television evangelist.
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Individual intuitive card consultations held in the historic canalside library.
Nicolas Winding Refn's stylish 2011 neo-noir thriller stars Ryan Gosling as a quiet Hollywood stunt driver who moonlights as a getaway driver.
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 hands-on creative workshop where children and their parents experiment with making art together.
Participants learn bead embroidery techniques to customise and repair second-hand garments.
A free language workshop and informal café where learners practice spoken Dutch together in a relaxed setting.
The French string quartet, celebrated for their Russian repertoire, performs works by Weinberg, Prokofiev, and Beethoven.
The celebrated British tenor and his longtime collaborative pianist perform nineteenth-century lieder by Wolf and Schubert.
Melkweg Cinema screens feature-length documentaries and concert films spotlighting iconic musicians, subcultures, and music history.
An open-air secondhand market selling pre-loved clothes, homeware, and garden finds.
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.
The grassroots archive presents perspectives on colonial history, resistance, and grassroots solidarity movements across the Dutch empire and beyond.
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.
Actors spin an improvised theatrical story using audience suggestions to explore a chosen genre.
A practical textile workshop teaching mending, customisation, and redesign techniques to revamp old garments.
An evening dedicated to traditional Greek urban folk music, often referred to as the Greek blues.
Local and international underground DJs spin house and techno in the subterranean Overhoeks venue.
The Nigerian Afrobeats star, famous for his hit single 'Kukere', performs live to celebrate Nigerian Independence Day.
A free screening and discussion exploring the documentary on Chinese-Indonesian culinary heritage, migration and identity.
Children aged eight and up can explore coniferous tree species from around the globe across the botanical garden.
Interactive play and sensory learning activities designed for young children.
The well-known French-Dutch television chef and restaurateur presents and serves tastings from his latest cookbook.
Audience seating for the recording of Eva Jinek's current affairs talkshow at De Hallen.
The restaurant serves a surprise multi-course tasting menu decided entirely by the kitchen, without an à la carte option.
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.
A queer club night focused on upbeat pop tracks and electronic dance anthems in the Houthavens.
A special tour and discussion exploring Andy Warhol's life, art, and enduring cultural impact through an LGBTQ+ lens.
Young children learn rhythm, movement and basic musical concepts through guided play.
An outdoor nature scavenger trail for families featuring animal sculptures and tasks along the path.
An architectural model exhibition exploring the extensive future urban development plans for Amsterdam's northern docklands.
Romanian minimal techno DJ Arapu headlines alongside Puerto Rican selector Natalia Roth.
A fast-paced club night focused on queer-friendly dance music and energetic electronic rhythms at the former dental clinic.
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.
The independent record store hosts a listening session dedicated to Japanese animated film soundtracks and atmospheric music.
A traditional puppet theatre performance for young children.
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.
A garage-rock and punk bill pairing the New York glam-rock project Brower with British power-pop band Cyanide Pills.
An exhibition examining how contemporary artists combine photography with collage techniques to construct alternative narratives.
A hands-on craft session teaching basic techniques to design and assemble personal jewellery.
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.
A self-guided walking route detailing maritime history and architectural landmarks around the Oosterdok docklands.
An interactive audio-visual walking tour around Amsterdam East designed for children aged seven and up.
Exhibition of photography by the Dutch-Uruguayan artist known for her portraits exploring gender, identity, and memory.
An exhibition exploring the legacy and innovations of the nineteenth-century Dutch cocoa and chocolate manufacturer.
The visual artist presents installations and performances reflecting on post-colonial history, identity and Caribbean heritage.
A guided walk exploring the plant collections and seasonal highlights of the botanical garden.
The Russian stand-up comic, now based in the United States, performs in English.
The award-winning Australian jazz saxophonist performs an evening set with a live backing band.
The Dutch-Indian singer-songwriter performs her signature blend of dark pop, cinematic strings, and personal storytelling.
A lively cultural showcase bringing together emerging musical acts and creative performances.
The Dutch classical piano duo blend virtuoso playing with comedy and theatrical storytelling in their cabaret show.
An art and photography exhibition exploring themes of liberty and conflict in the cultural complex.
Photography exhibition exploring personal reflections, tributes, and diverse cultural perspectives on mortality.
An exhibition at the museum of funeral culture exploring the relationship between traffic, transit and mortality.
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 multi-course dinner highlighting autumn produce and locally sourced seasonal ingredients.
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 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.
Hands-on clay modelling workshop guiding participants through basic sculpting and shaping techniques.
A guided walk from the historic Red Light District house highlighting influential women in the city's social history.
The University of Amsterdam’s archaeology museum displays ancient glassware from Roman, Egyptian, and Mediterranean collections.
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.
An evening devoted to fresh oysters and paired drinks at the hotel's bar.
A compact twenty-minute performance blending personal storytelling and humour about relocating from southern Italy to the Netherlands.
Short-format theatrical performances staged alongside food and drinks.
The Dutch rapper and MC, known for high-energy bass music and hip-hop collaborations, performs live.
A weekly social dance night featuring salsa, bachata, and reggaeton.
A playful family afternoon combining casual games of bingo with food and entertainment.
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.
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 launch of a new roots music series exploring the early blues legacy of W.C. Handy and Lead Belly.
The Surinamese-Dutch comedian brings his solo cabaret show examining control, expectations, and personal growth.
A club night dedicated to classic and contemporary jungle and drum and bass selections.
The opening night for a visual and sonic project that reclaims the commuter gaze through metro-inspired multimedia art.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A guided walking tour through the modernist sanatorium complex designed by Jan Duiker in Hilversum.
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.
Artists reflect on Franz Kafka's life, writings, and complex psychological world in a multidisciplinary exhibition.
A special World Pride exhibition exploring the historical relationship between the Lutheran church and the Amsterdam queer community.
A personal storytelling session recounting experiences and legacies connected to the Holocaust.
The sustainable Amsterdam fashion house hosts a temporary boutique featuring its latest collection alongside discounted archival pieces.
An art exhibition exploring modern self-representation and collective belonging in the converted NDSM shipyard.
A mixed-media showcase in the shipyard warehouse investigating aquatic movement and bodily immersion.
A behind-the-scenes guided tour through the concert halls, backstage areas, and modern architecture of the waterfront music venue.
Local performers, musicians, and comedians take the stage for short sets at this West neighbourhood arts venue.
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 community theatre performance using framing and imagery to explore personal stories in an uplifting narrative format.
A live set of cabaret, theater, or song in the venue's intimate tapassalon.
A theatrical adaptation of Henrik Ibsen's classic domestic tragedy exploring family secrets and inherited guilt.
Choir director Hans Veldhuizen leads a communal singing session dedicated to classic and modern cinematic scores.
Practical studio session introducing ceramic glazing techniques, finishes, and colour application for pottery.
A children's scavenger hunt through the library organised for the annual Dutch Children's Book Week.
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.
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.
A social evening centered on communal dancing and music.
Textile artist Claudy Jongstra pairs her signature felted, raw wool pieces with works by guest artists exploring sustainable material processes.
A gallery inside a historic canal house dedicated entirely to vibrant, contemporary animal-themed artwork.
A guided walking and sketching excursion exploring the surrounding streets with drawing materials in hand.
Guided walks around the historic country estate in Heemstede, where botanist Carl Linnaeus once worked as court physician and garden director.
A tactile scale model allows visitors to experience the architecture of the waterfront and the Arcam building through touch.
The South African multidisciplinary artist presents a ritual-based live art performance exploring spiritual practices and bodily archive.
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.
An exhibition showcasing contemporary visual art and cross-disciplinary projects from the Low Countries.
Amsterdam mayor Femke Halsema meets local residents for an open discussion about the neighbourhood.
A Friday afternoon drinks cabaret blending stand-up comedy and performance to kick off the weekend.
A living art route connecting creative interventions and installations through the H-neighbourhood in Zuidoost.
An intimate musical performance staged in an informal, living-room-style setting.
A live tribute show celebrating the disco hits and vocal legacy of Donna Summer.
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 guided walk through the photography museum's temporary exhibition inside its canal house galleries.
An exhibition dedicated to the mid-century rescue and reconstruction of historic wooden windmills and houses along the Zaan.
Contemporary artists explore selfhood and belonging in a collaborative group exhibition.
The emerging indie-pop artist takes the stage, with support from singer-songwriter maryn charlie.
The young chamber collective performs classical repertoire in the historic church off the Spui.
The emerging indie-pop and singer-songwriter act plays an intimate set at the South Amsterdam cultural hub.
The annual national dance showcase brings performances, premieres and installations across Maastricht.
An exhibition at the museum of Lutheran history exploring the heritage and resilience of the queer community.
A guided walking tour through the neighbourhood with an audio narrative highlighting women's voices and histories.
The local experimental and punk space hosts a release party supported by live music and DJ sets.
Club Prime's resident DJs deliver an energetic mix of hip-hop, R&B, and dance classics near Rembrandtplein.
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.
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.
An evening of communal call-and-response kirtan chanting, meditative music, and sound healing led by Bhakti Space.
A multidisciplinary performance exploring memory, migration, and the longing for home.
A live music gathering spotlighting local talent in the creative warehouse space.
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.
Solo theatre and cabaret performance by Leon Brill at the casual dining and performance venue.
The Dutch painter and illustrator displays works celebrating female bodies, desire, and bodily vulnerability through soft, vibrant color.
A visual arts exhibition spotlighting local creative talent and community stories.
The artist and author leads a guided tour of the exhibition reflecting on history and memory.
A night of alternative entertainment in the vintage-styled living room venue.
The community opera collective presents an adaptation of Handel's early Italian opera Rodrigo.
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 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 exhibition exploring life and permanence through printmaking and graphic arts.
A poignant visual exploration of dementia, loss and a father slowly fading from memory.
An art exhibition reflecting on bodies, water and the physical act of swimming.
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.
A live evening featuring alternative rock and indie acts at the long-running blues and rock bar.
The community initiative celebrates its first anniversary with an evening of music, dance, drinks and socialising.
A guided public nature walk through the heathland and protected wetland reserve near Hilversum.
An exhibition focusing on the post-war Dutch avant-garde collective that united artists and architects in search of new functional forms.
An art installation probing the fraught and porous boundary between natural environments and human culture.
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.
Community repair event where volunteers help fix broken household appliances, clothing, electronics, and bicycles.
An open participatory singing gathering held at the Jordaan neighbourhood theatre cafe.
A touring showcase presenting standout graduation productions from freshly graduated theatre makers across the Netherlands.
A staged production exploring regeneration, growth and personal roots through contemporary Dutch theatre.
A stand-up comedy showcase featuring a lineup of Dutch-language comedians.
Three inventive vocalists perform unaccompanied solo pieces exploring extended voice techniques and improvisation.
The Dutch metal outfit plays an intimate set at the Leidseplein rock haven.
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.
Artists explore self-representation and identity through paintings, photography, film, installations, and performance art.
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 exhibition hosted at De Ateliers residency residence, showcasing contemporary resident artists.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Indigenous Surinamese activist and community organizer speaks about cultural preservation and Indigenous rights.
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.
An interactive photography exhibition exploring personal identity and solitude through images and visitor participation.
An outdoor high-intensity interval training session designed to build strength and cardiovascular fitness in the forest.
Dutch artist Ineke Oostveen presents personal figurative work exploring adulthood and maturity.
A community gardening afternoon tending to the shared plots at the self-managed cultural community in Amsterdam-Noord.
A regular walking group in West for staying active and meeting local neighbours.
A social Sunday afternoon tea dance featuring classic swing, pop, and ballroom tunes.
A late-night electronic music party running through the early morning hours.
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.
A communal singing session held in the test building on the Marineterrein grounds.
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.
A film screening inside the casual cafe-restaurant in the Houthavens.
The Dutch comedy collective returns to the stage with their dark, character-driven cabaret sketches.
The restaurant-club hybrid hosts a night of dance music curated alongside the NOBLESSE collective.
The live outfit delivers an evening of rock, funk, and blues covers at the long-running live music bar.
The Dutch artist exhibits her monumental, intricately detailed charcoal drawings inspired by untamed nature and human psychology.
A joint exhibition pairing Lou Ros's deconstructed figurative painting with Sanghyuk Kim's contemporary artistic practice.
An accessible drawing workshop focused on turning simple line work into repeating rhythmic patterns.
The Renaissance-era town hall opens its historic council chamber and collection of paintings for self-guided exploration.
A civic advocacy workshop teaching participants how to speak at municipal council meetings to advocate for local biodiversity and pollinators.
A guided walk through the museum's permanent display charting the citizens, industries, and culture of Haarlem over several centuries.
An afternoon tea dance and social gathering for the local LGBTQ+ community.
The photography museum hosts the launch of a new volume analysing contemporary photographic culture.
A night of live performances and music hosted at the underground creative hub.
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.
An audio-guided walking tour exploring the neighbourhood through women's voices, personal histories and urban memories.
The historic artists' society mounts a group exhibition centered on green themes, ecology, and nature.
A printmaking exhibition presented by the Grafein foundation showcasing diverse contemporary relief, intaglio, and screen-printing techniques.
A calm Friday morning focused on well-being and mindful presence at the community garden.
A group art exhibition exploring the messy, uncertain transition into adulthood.
The broadcast recording brings citizens and experts together for a moderated live debate on pressing social and political issues.
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.
A contemporary dance and performance piece exploring body language, movement, and urban rhythms.
A club night dedicated to house music and its various underground subgenres.
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.
A contemporary stage performance using sound, silence, and physical movement to investigate sensory overload.
A visual arts exhibition reflecting on ruins, aftermath, and rebuilding.
An exhibition and presentation exploring the spatial and visual language of road markings, transit zones, and temporary infrastructure.
The Dutch co-founder of the Nul movement displays his signature assemblages made from discarded mass-produced everyday objects.
A pop-up exhibition exploring the history and popular impact of Dutch missing-person and ancestry television programmes.
A historical presentation tracing traditional women's clothing, headwear, and customs of Volendam.
An exhibition sharing community stories, recycled treasures and sustainable making from the neighbourhood hub.
An extended somatic movement and yoga session designed to deepen mind-body awareness.
An outdoor community arts and gardening project situated on the new sand-spit development of Strandeiland.
An evening of physical theatre and storytelling exploring identity and absurdity.
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.
The Dutch artist shows her large-scale, intricate charcoal drawings exploring the intersections of lush vegetation and urban human presence.
The Dutch sculptor shows new geometric, spatial works fashioned from industrial iron and steel.
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.
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.
Riverside bar and restaurant on the Amstel hosting regular community drinks, food, and social events.
An intimate visual art exhibition staged inside the quirky local church venue.
A community screening bringing together cinema enthusiasts to watch and discuss films.
Youth theatre school students perform an original staging about growing up, time passing, and everyday routines.
An intimate theatrical performance staged in the living-room theatre in the West district.
A theatrical production presented on the Leidseplein stage.
A local networking evening and speed-dating session organised for city-centre residents.
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.
An intimate evening of live theatre in a cabaret setting.
The French artist exhibits delicate ceramic sculptures alongside drawings that blend organic shapes with architectural forms.
A repair and craft session teaching participants how to pulp and recycle old paper into new sheets.
The Dutch comedian presents her solo cabaret show filled with candid, self-deprecating stand-up.
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.
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.
An exhibition on local history reflecting on everyday village life and disrupted heritage.
The versatile saxophone ensemble presents a wide-ranging chamber music programme.
An intensive workshop covering the fundamentals of reading, writing, and understanding musical notation.
An informal creative writing meetup where writers of all levels gather to work on prompts and share drafts.
An evening of fringe theatre exploring themes of censorship and hidden stories.
An intimate stand-up comedy night hosted in the cultural basement venue.
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.
An art exhibition confronting ruin, aftermath, and rebuilding in the Rokin club rooms.
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.
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.
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.
Community sessions offering Japanese shiatsu bodywork, working along traditional meridian channels.
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.
Rob Looman's photographic series chronicles his father's gradual cognitive decline from dementia.
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.
An exhibition exploring the historical, social and religious lives of Lutheran communities in the Netherlands.
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.
An advanced Iyengar yoga session focusing on precision alignment and sustained postures for experienced practitioners.
An exhibition spotlighting twelve community-led neighbourhood projects from across Amsterdam.
A free neighbourhood fitness and gentle exercise class for women looking to stay active and meet others.
An accessible group exercise session designed to get local neighbours moving together.
A weekly group singing class working through swing and light vocal arrangements for local vocalists.
Sculptor Gaston Bannier presents works at this studio and outdoor display space.
A regular community yoga class held at the NieuwLand social space.
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.
The theatre-maker presents a contemporary solo performance piece.
A theatre performance exploring the aftermath and personal impact of a fateful accident.
A weekly club night focused on commercial house music.
A regular underground club night dedicated to techno and tech house.
A weekly student-focused club night spanning hip-hop, house and R&B on Leidseplein.
A group exhibition examining how human presence, touch, and collective memory reverberate across material objects.
A local librarian reads illustrated children's stories aloud during an informal drop-in session for young kids and parents.
An exhibition of surviving drawings, crafts, and memorabilia by the two sisters from the well-known regional industrial family.
A dual exhibition pairing sculptural earthworks with folded textile compositions.
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 historic artists' society hosts an event delving into a lost or hidden art-world title.
A duo recital for flute and harp performing classical and lyrical chamber repertoire.
A contemporary theater performance running at Theater Bellevue.
An artist-led tour exploring the exhibition through personal stories and creative insights.
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 Dutch stand-up comedy featuring an evolving lineup of established and emerging performers.
An evening of performance and discussion probing conflict and media representation at the grassroots political theatre venue.
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 display highlighting local community projects, social initiatives, and resident-led neighborhood improvements.
A networking drinks and social gathering for Turkish professionals working across Amsterdam's technology sector.
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 intimate theatrical performance staged at the taproom theatre.
The local theatre troupe presents an evening of Dutch-language drama.
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.
An evening gathering with worship and fellowship at the local church.
A temporary display of contemporary art works.
Piano students of teacher Ischico Velzel perform in an informal recital.
A practical, hands-on workshop teaching researchers foundational data analysis and programming skills using the statistical software R.
The researcher publicly defends her doctoral dissertation in physics at the university institute.
The historic waterfront venue is closed to the public today.
Saturday 3 October
The landmark survey brings together the Japanese artist's signature polka dots, Infinity Mirror Rooms, and monumental soft sculptures.
The acclaimed Japanese avant-garde artist exhibits her iconic polka-dot patterns, mirrored rooms, and monumental installations.
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.
Honorary guest conductor Iván Fischer leads Amsterdam's premier orchestra and soloists in Beethoven's monument to universal brotherhood.
The Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra performs the celebrated Studio Ghibli film scores composed by Joe Hisaishi.
The monthly open-air design market brings makers, artists and food stalls to the museum lawns.
An interactive science and technology exhibition focusing on the history, physics, and programming behind video games.
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.
Stalls selling artisanal produce, hot food and handmade goods rotate through the city's parks on Sundays.
Audiences bring blankets and lie flat underneath the glass courtyard canopy to listen to live classical music.
The Canadian progressive metal band, fronted by Courtney LaPlante, play their heavy riffs and soaring choruses on a major arena tour.
Over 150 monumental street art murals, painted on-site by international artists, fill a former shipyard warehouse.
A major retrospective by the renowned photographer known for monumental landscapes, portraits and atmospheric explorations of human impact.
Citywide arts festival staging performances, tours, and special events across various participating Amsterdam museums.
Laboratories, universities, and research institutes across the city open their doors to the public with free demonstrations and hands-on experiments.
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.
Hands-on workshops, games, and maritime activities designed for children and families.
An interactive family exhibition where visitors consult the wise raven to explore themes of nature and human connection across cultures.
An animated digital installation bringing Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's classic novella and its philosophical meditations on life to light.
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.
A relaxed, sensory concert format introducing classical sounds and rhythms to babies up to 18 months old.
A hands-on music-making workshop where kids and parents experiment with unique electronic and acoustic instruments.
An exhibition for children featuring the intricate, detail-rich illustrations of Dutch picture-book maker Charlotte Dematons.
The comedy troupe stages an improvised sketch show exploring the quirks and realities of expat life in the Dutch capital.
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 multi-venue festival across central Haarlem celebrates vinyl culture with record fairs, live music, talks, and listening sessions.
An exhibition showcasing the pop artist's commercial textile designs from the 1950s and 1960s before his rise to fame.
The festival organisers stage a walkthrough experience using lasers, lights, and electronic soundscapes across several rooms.
A family-friendly exhibition showcasing recognisable landmarks of Amsterdam built out of Lego bricks on the NDSM wharf.
Direct conversations and oral histories shared with survivors of the Holocaust.
An exhibition focusing on Rembrandt's radical working methods, trial prints and inventive techniques with ink and copperplate.
Local independent makers, designers, and craftspeople sell handmade wares inside the former tram depot.
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.
Local designers, craftspeople, and food vendors set up stalls on Museumplein, running a week early to avoid marathon road closures.
Learn the basics of stencil graffiti and spray-paint techniques inside the NDSM wharf's museum of street art.
The national museum displays textiles, costumes, and everyday garments highlighting traces of wear and historical repairs.
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.
A multimedia showcase combining digital projections and photography to explore the life and art of the Mexican painter.
The photographer presents vivid, stylised portraits celebrating the fashion and contemporary identity of people from Xinjiang.
A large-scale arena concert showcasing popular highlights from the classical repertoire.
The energetic Dutch comedian returns to the stage with his high-paced, family-friendly stand-up show.
A showcase examining the core movements and history of global street art inside the NDSM shipyard warehouse.
Morning yoga session held surrounded by Vincent van Gogh's masterworks.
An immersive digital experience that recreates the streets and canals of seventeenth-century Amsterdam.
A family exhibition exploring magic, illusions and ritual in Jewish culture and folklore.
A fixed lunch arrangement served at the fortress island of Pampus, accessible by ferry across the IJmeer.
The Dutch national particle physics institute opens its research laboratories and detectors to the public for the national science weekend.
A practical painting and drawing class focused on composition, colour and expressive brushwork inspired by Vincent van Gogh.
The Dutch baroque group collaborates with Kiya Tabassian's Montreal-based ensemble to weave seventeenth-century European music with Persian classical traditions.
The long-running annual tasting event returns to showcase a wide variety of seasonal Dutch autumn bock beers.
The island fortress examines the psychological and physical experience of isolated military life through historical documents and interactive displays.
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.
A multi-day design and art market hosted inside the historic former wholesale food hall.
An interactive family exhibition where children solve animal riddles and explore folk stories from around the globe.
A hands-on introduction to the traditional Japanese lacquerware technique of sprinkling gold or silver powder onto designs.
A gentle, sensory theatrical performance designed specifically for toddlers and babies.
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.
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.
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.
Mozart's comic singspiel about backstage theatrical rivalries is performed using traditional wooden marionettes.
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.
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 festival showcases contemporary performing arts, dance, and music created by artists from across the African continent and diaspora.
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.
An exhibition marking the city's 750th anniversary, tracing Amsterdam's history through key moments and archival records.
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.
STRAAT explores the fundamental visual elements of graffiti culture, from lettering and tags to rhythm and line work.
The exhibition showcases Rembrandt's restless printmaking techniques and experimental etching methods.
A hands-on painting session at the museum focusing on bold brushwork, vibrant color choices, and still life composition.
An outdoor and community exhibition presented in collaboration with Middle East Archive, a digital platform documenting everyday life and visual culture across the region.
Monumental iron and steel sculptures by Dutch modernist Carel Visser are on display throughout the museum's outdoor gardens.
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.
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.
The Australian author of the bestselling Nevermoor fantasy series appears in conversation with Kirsten König.
An outdoor nature play and discovery group for toddlers and young children.
A guided look inside the striking Amsterdam School landmark, paired with drinks or food in the grand hotel.
Children can drop in to create their own artworks inspired by the museum's collection and exhibitions.
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.
Sightseeing boats navigate the moat and outer waterways surrounding the star-shaped fortress town.
A flea market inside the historic church selling antique homewares, collectables, and retro clothing.
A specialist tour through the world's oldest functioning Jewish library, housed in the Portuguese Synagogue complex.
Creative, hands-on craft and play activities for children aged five and up.
The legendary Dutch rave collective hosts an electronic dance party featuring an underground lineup at Lofi.
Curated screenings highlighting iconic films, cult favourites, and indie classics from the 1990s.
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.
Screenings of documentaries, concert films, and cinematic features focused on musical artists and subcultures.
The contemporary art museum's basement level hosts large-scale room projections, light works, and screen-based installations.
An exhibition featuring the Congolese artists' cooperative CATPC, exploring post-colonial ecology, labour, and restitution.
The historical island fortress examines the physical and psychological toll of prolonged isolation on soldiers stationed there.
A guided autumn boat excursion navigating the waterways and woodland canals of the Amsterdam Forest.
A guided tasting session exploring the culinary customs and flavours of the Dutch Renaissance in the castle grounds.
The multinational trio play danceable synth-pop built around bright electronic beats and melodic hooks.
Veteran German house producer Ian Pooley joins Amsterdam favourite Merel Helderman behind the decks.
Sightseeing boat cruises along the scenic Vecht river past historic estates and tea houses.
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 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.
The acclaimed Dutch children's book illustrator exhibits her intricately detailed drawings.
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.
Historical reenactors demonstrate traditional musket-firing and military drills inside the Naarden fortress museum.
Richard Kelly's 2001 cult sci-fi film follows a troubled teenager visited by a menacing figure in a rabbit suit.
Close-up magicians perform sleight of hand right at the tables in a casual pub setting.
The American artist examines identity, gender, and celebrity culture through self-portraiture that mimics glossy fashion shoots and consumer advertising.
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 family weekend of puppet theatre designed to stimulate the senses of young audiences.
A cross-cultural performance interweaving traditional Portuguese fado songs with Indian classical Kathak dance.
A long-running Sunday afternoon tradition of live jazz sessions in a classic literary café on the canal.
An evening dedicated to Iranian protest culture, human rights, and solidarity through music, talks, and performance.
A communal dining event pairing food with oral history and personal narratives, presented by KIP Republic and Imagine IC.
Adults learn the distinctive decorative tile-making techniques characteristic of the early twentieth-century Amsterdam School architectural movement.
An open creative workshop in the museum where visitors experiment with spontaneous painting and mixed media in the CoBrA spirit.
A self-guided or organised walking route exploring the historic ramparts, castle and waterways of the fortified town.
An early-morning silent viewing through the modern and contemporary art galleries before regular museum hours.
A hands-on workshop guiding participants through traditional cold-process soapmaking using natural ingredients.
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.
The celebrated children's book illustrator joins a fairytale-themed fashion parade for young audiences.
An indoor jump session on connected trampolines and obstacle courses.
A themed club night celebrating the disco and pop catalogue of ABBA alongside seventies and eighties hits.
The Tuareg rock band from Niger brings their desert blues guitar rhythms to the DIY stage.
A nostalgia-focused club night spinning soundtrack favourites and pop hits from classic nineties and noughties childhood television.
The queer-oriented electronic club hosts a takeover by the techno collective and event series.
Giegling co-founder DJ Dustin headlines an evening of deep techno and leftfield electronics in the former car repair shop.
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.
Professional artists set up stalls on the Spui square every Sunday to sell paintings, prints, and ceramics directly to passersby.
A community fair showcasing reused materials, upcycled crafts, and sustainable products at the neighbourhood garden.
An interactive, multi-sensory tour of the museum designed specifically for blind and visually impaired visitors.
The craft beer bar marks the Bavarian festival with traditional German beers and seasonal fare.
Performers gather for the tenth edition of the festival dedicated to the expressive, avant-garde Japanese dance form.
The American indie-pop singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist plays Paradiso's intimate basement room.
Dekmantel co-founder Casper Tielrooij joins long-serving Amsterdam resident Cinnaman for an eclectic club night.
Showcase spotlighting cutting-edge graduate collections from the Netherlands' top fashion academy alumni.
A children's treasure hunt weaving through the bookshelves as part of the annual national Children's Book Week celebrations.
A small-group salon boat tour departs from the five-star hotel along the Amstel river.
A slow, guided session that applies mindfulness techniques to appreciating the museum's paintings.
The museum investigates the origins, artist, and identity of the sitter in an enigmatic Golden Age portrait.
Organ and classical musicians give daytime performances beneath the vaulted ceiling of the historic canal-side church.
A practical culinary class covering milk curdling, pressing and the fundamentals of home cheesemaking.
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.
A practical workshop covering how to prepare a spread of traditional Spanish small plates.
An animated coming-of-age feature screening as part of the annual celebration of Japanese cinema.
Guests share family-style platters prepared with local and sustainable produce at this countryside restaurant venue.
A late-night live music session built on tight funk, soul, and rhythm-and-blues grooves off Leidseplein.
Charlie Chaplin directs and stars in his acclaimed 1940 satire lampooning Adolf Hitler, Benito Mussolini, and rising fascism.
A hands-on ceramics class teaching throwing and shaping clay on the potter's wheel.
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.
The historic castle estate showcases its botanical gardens and grounds in seasonal bloom.
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 guided backstage look through the auditoriums, workshops, and history of the city's municipal theatre.
A dramatic production reflecting on the life and legacy of Indonesia's first president.
An international and local lineup of electronic DJs spin sets across the venue's distinctive spaces.
A party night spinning guilty pleasures, noughties chart-toppers, and retro pop anthems for the over-twenties crowd.
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.
Instructors teach basic clay shaping and texturing techniques to help you sculpt an object, figure, or abstract form.
An informal board game meetup designed to help Dutch language learners practice their speaking skills while playing games.
An introductory walkthrough of the photography museum's current exhibitions led by an in-house guide.
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 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.
Johannes Verspronck's famed 1641 portrait is reunited with the accompanying paintings of the child's parents.
A triple-bill dance programme presenting three choreographies centred on embodiment, heritage, and physical grounding.
The museum displays patterned skirts and wearable textiles designed by key painters and sculptors of the post-war CoBrA movement.
A hands-on craft session covering the practical techniques, ingredients, and chemistry needed to create natural bar soaps.
Large-scale sculptures by the influential Dutch constructivist and modernist are placed throughout the museum's outdoor grounds.
A Saturday morning reading and story session for young children at the specialist children's bookshop.
Dolly Parton and Burt Reynolds star in the 1982 musical comedy about a legendary Texas brothel under threat from a television evangelist.
Nicolas Winding Refn's stylish 2011 neo-noir thriller stars Ryan Gosling as a quiet Hollywood stunt driver who moonlights as a getaway driver.
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 hands-on creative workshop where children and their parents experiment with making art together.
A hands-on crafting session using vintage beads to design and make custom jewellery.
A free language workshop and informal café where learners practice spoken Dutch together in a relaxed setting.
The French string quartet, celebrated for their Russian repertoire, performs works by Weinberg, Prokofiev, and Beethoven.
The celebrated British tenor and his longtime collaborative pianist perform nineteenth-century lieder by Wolf and Schubert.
A weekly Saturday afternoon drag-hosted bingo with cash prizes at this long-running gay bar.
Melkweg Cinema screens feature-length documentaries and concert films spotlighting iconic musicians, subcultures, and music history.
An open-air secondhand market selling pre-loved clothes, homeware, and garden finds.
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.
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.
A practical textile workshop teaching mending, customisation, and redesign techniques to revamp old garments.
Amsterdam-based storyteller, musician, and performer OTION leads this interdisciplinary project.
The Dutch contemporary piano specialist explores minimalist and post-minimalist keyboard works.
The local collective marks seven years with an all-night party across the venue's skate ramp and club rooms.
Local and international underground DJs spin house and techno in the subterranean Overhoeks venue.
The Nigerian Afrobeats star, famous for his hit single 'Kukere', performs live to celebrate Nigerian Independence Day.
An upcoming exhibition focusing on work made outside the boundaries of the conventional art world.
A screen-free social gathering dedicated to quiet journaling, letter-writing, and focused creative work without digital distractions.
Children aged eight and up can explore coniferous tree species from around the globe across the botanical garden.
Interactive play and sensory learning activities designed for young children.
Theater Hutsepot stages an imaginative puppet performance designed for children aged four and up.
Audience seating for the recording of Eva Jinek's current affairs talkshow at De Hallen.
The restaurant serves a surprise multi-course tasting menu decided entirely by the kitchen, without an à la carte option.
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 queer club night focused on upbeat pop tracks and electronic dance anthems in the Houthavens.
A special tour and discussion exploring Andy Warhol's life, art, and enduring cultural impact through an LGBTQ+ lens.
An outdoor nature scavenger trail for families featuring animal sculptures and tasks along the path.
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.
An architectural model exhibition exploring the extensive future urban development plans for Amsterdam's northern docklands.
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 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.
Romanian minimal techno DJ Arapu headlines alongside Puerto Rican selector Natalia Roth.
A fast-paced club night focused on queer-friendly dance music and energetic electronic rhythms at the former dental clinic.
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.
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 traditional puppet theatre performance for young children.
A festival screening of the contemporary Japanese drama exploring everyday encounters and railway journeys.
A showcase night featuring a lineup of experienced stand-up comedians.
An evening bridging Portuguese fado and Argentine tango, played in a historic former church.
A garage-rock and punk bill pairing the New York glam-rock project Brower with British power-pop band Cyanide Pills.
A double bill of Japanese cinema screened as part of the Camera Japan festival programme.
An exhibition examining how contemporary artists combine photography with collage techniques to construct alternative narratives.
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.
A hands-on craft session teaching basic techniques to design and assemble personal jewellery.
A self-guided walking route detailing maritime history and architectural landmarks around the Oosterdok docklands.
An interactive audio-visual walking tour around Amsterdam East designed for children aged seven and up.
Exhibition of photography by the Dutch-Uruguayan artist known for her portraits exploring gender, identity, and memory.
An exhibition exploring the legacy and innovations of the nineteenth-century Dutch cocoa and chocolate manufacturer.
The visual artist presents installations and performances reflecting on post-colonial history, identity and Caribbean heritage.
Knitters gather with Stephen West to work on the first instalment of the annual mystery knit-along project.
A guided walk exploring the plant collections and seasonal highlights of the botanical garden.
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.
A lively cultural showcase bringing together emerging musical acts and creative performances.
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.
Photography exhibition exploring personal reflections, tributes, and diverse cultural perspectives on mortality.
An exhibition at the museum of funeral culture exploring the relationship between traffic, transit and mortality.
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 multi-course dinner highlighting autumn produce and locally sourced seasonal ingredients.
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.
Electronic beats and club music take over the industrial former artisan school in Amsterdam West.
Hands-on clay modelling workshop guiding participants through basic sculpting and shaping techniques.
A guided walk from the historic Red Light District house highlighting influential women in the city's social history.
Children's Book Week craft activities themed around the classic Dutch cat characters created by Mies Bouhuys and Fiep Westendorp.
The University of Amsterdam’s archaeology museum displays ancient glassware from Roman, Egyptian, and Mediterranean collections.
A children's gardening club where young participants learn to grow vegetables and plants outdoors.
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.
An evening devoted to fresh oysters and paired drinks at the hotel's bar.
A night of live indie music and DJ sets at the cosy West Amsterdam living-room venue.
A playful family afternoon combining casual games of bingo with food and entertainment.
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.
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 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 Surinamese-Dutch comedian brings his solo cabaret show examining control, expectations, and personal growth.
A club night dedicated to classic and contemporary jungle and drum and bass selections.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A guided walking tour through the modernist sanatorium complex designed by Jan Duiker in Hilversum.
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.
Artists reflect on Franz Kafka's life, writings, and complex psychological world in a multidisciplinary exhibition.
A special World Pride exhibition exploring the historical relationship between the Lutheran church and the Amsterdam queer community.
A personal storytelling session recounting experiences and legacies connected to the Holocaust.
The community workshop opens to visitors interested in learning crafts, woodworking, and hands-on making.
The sustainable Amsterdam fashion house hosts a temporary boutique featuring its latest collection alongside discounted archival pieces.
An art exhibition exploring modern self-representation and collective belonging in the converted NDSM shipyard.
A mixed-media showcase in the shipyard warehouse investigating aquatic movement and bodily immersion.
A behind-the-scenes guided tour through the concert halls, backstage areas, and modern architecture of the waterfront music venue.
Local performers, musicians, and comedians take the stage for short sets at this West neighbourhood arts venue.
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 community theatre performance using framing and imagery to explore personal stories in an uplifting narrative format.
A live set of cabaret, theater, or song in the venue's intimate tapassalon.
A club night soundtracked by selections of Latin grooves, house, and percussive dance rhythms.
Practical studio session introducing ceramic glazing techniques, finishes, and colour application for pottery.
A children's scavenger hunt through the library organised for the annual Dutch Children's Book Week.
A hands-on workshop learning to blend natural oils and ingredients to create homemade skincare products.
An outdoor sculpture garden exhibiting contemporary three-dimensional artworks amidst landscaped grounds.
The university library opens up its special collections and research archives to the public for Science Weekend.
Artists in the NDSM shipyard explore self-portraiture, digital image manipulation, and narcissism in modern culture.
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.
Textile artist Claudy Jongstra pairs her signature felted, raw wool pieces with works by guest artists exploring sustainable material processes.
A guided walking and sketching excursion exploring the surrounding streets with drawing materials in hand.
Guided walks around the historic country estate in Heemstede, where botanist Carl Linnaeus once worked as court physician and garden director.
A tactile scale model allows visitors to experience the architecture of the waterfront and the Arcam building through touch.
A creative herbal workshop crafting aromatic bundles for cleansing rituals and mindful connection.
A glittering disco-themed social evening and dance party at the community venue.
The South African multidisciplinary artist presents a ritual-based live art performance exploring spiritual practices and bodily archive.
Expats and locals gather for a casual evening of mingling and drinks near Leidseplein.
A night of live underground music and DJ sets at the historic squatted social centre.
A night of experimental, multidisciplinary sound and movement performances in the concert hall's laboratory space.
An exhibition showcasing contemporary visual art and cross-disciplinary projects from the Low Countries.
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.
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.
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 guided walk through the photography museum's temporary exhibition inside its canal house galleries.
An exhibition dedicated to the mid-century rescue and reconstruction of historic wooden windmills and houses along the Zaan.
Contemporary artists explore selfhood and belonging in a collaborative group exhibition.
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.
Rotterdam minimal house stalwart Joey Daniel leads an all-night underground electronic session in Shelter's subterranean basement.
A community clothes swap where visitors bring good-quality unwanted garments and pick out replacements.
The annual national dance showcase brings performances, premieres and installations across Maastricht.
An exhibition at the museum of Lutheran history exploring the heritage and resilience of the queer community.
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.
Club Prime's resident DJs deliver an energetic mix of hip-hop, R&B, and dance classics near Rembrandtplein.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A live music gathering spotlighting local talent in the creative warehouse space.
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.
Solo theatre and cabaret performance by Leon Brill at the casual dining and performance venue.
The Dutch painter and illustrator displays works celebrating female bodies, desire, and bodily vulnerability through soft, vibrant color.
A visual arts exhibition spotlighting local creative talent and community stories.
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 night of alternative entertainment in the vintage-styled living room venue.
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 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 exhibition exploring life and permanence through printmaking and graphic arts.
A poignant visual exploration of dementia, loss and a father slowly fading from memory.
An art exhibition reflecting on bodies, water and the physical act of swimming.
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.
An interactive museum tour tailored for people living with dementia and their care partners.
A live evening featuring alternative rock and indie acts at the long-running blues and rock bar.
Vocal duo Estér y Alain perform a repertoire of Spanish-language songs exploring love, desire, and the joy of living.
The contemporary art gallery hosts an exhibition exploring myth, memory, and material culture.
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.
The Dutch writer leads a reading session and creative workshop for families in the bookstore.
An exhibition focusing on the post-war Dutch avant-garde collective that united artists and architects in search of new functional forms.
An art installation probing the fraught and porous boundary between natural environments and human culture.
An outdoor screening of the documentary about local nature and allotment gardening.
Community repair event where volunteers help fix broken household appliances, clothing, electronics, and bicycles.
An open participatory singing gathering held at the Jordaan neighbourhood theatre cafe.
A staged production exploring regeneration, growth and personal roots through contemporary Dutch theatre.
A theatrical revue drawing on cabaret, music, and irreverent comedy.
A stand-up comedy showcase featuring a lineup of Dutch-language comedians.
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.
Artists explore self-representation and identity through paintings, photography, film, installations, and performance art.
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 exhibition hosted at De Ateliers residency residence, showcasing contemporary resident artists.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Indigenous Surinamese activist and community organizer speaks about cultural preservation and Indigenous rights.
An interactive photography exhibition exploring personal identity and solitude through images and visitor participation.
An outdoor high-intensity interval training session designed to build strength and cardiovascular fitness in the forest.
Dutch artist Ineke Oostveen presents personal figurative work exploring adulthood and maturity.
A regular walking group in West for staying active and meeting local neighbours.
A free exchange where visitors can drop off usable secondhand items or pick up clothes, books, and household goods.
A social Sunday afternoon tea dance featuring classic swing, pop, and ballroom tunes.
Broadcaster HUMAN hosts a live recording of its public debate show tackling urgent social and political issues.
A late-night electronic music party running through the early morning hours.
A communal singing session held in the test building on the Marineterrein grounds.
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.
A film screening inside the casual cafe-restaurant in the Houthavens.
The Dutch comedy collective returns to the stage with their dark, character-driven cabaret sketches.
The Dutch artist exhibits her monumental, intricately detailed charcoal drawings inspired by untamed nature and human psychology.
A joint exhibition pairing Lou Ros's deconstructed figurative painting with Sanghyuk Kim's contemporary artistic practice.
The veteran American jazz singer coaches vocalists on technique, phrasing, and improvisation.
The Renaissance-era town hall opens its historic council chamber and collection of paintings for self-guided exploration.
A small-scale contemporary performance evening presenting work in progress and multidisciplinary pieces.
A guided walk through the museum's permanent display charting the citizens, industries, and culture of Haarlem over several centuries.
An afternoon tea dance and social gathering for the local LGBTQ+ community.
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.
Knitwear designer Julia Wilkens leads a hands-on class on calculating gauge, sizing, and pattern modifications for hand-knits.
A night of live performances and music hosted at the underground creative hub.
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.
A live funk, soul, and blues session at the long-running Leidseplein music bar.
An audio-guided walking tour exploring the neighbourhood through women's voices, personal histories and urban memories.
The historic artists' society mounts a group exhibition centered on green themes, ecology, and nature.
A printmaking exhibition presented by the Grafein foundation showcasing diverse contemporary relief, intaglio, and screen-printing techniques.
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 group art exhibition exploring the messy, uncertain transition into adulthood.
The broadcast recording brings citizens and experts together for a moderated live debate on pressing social and political issues.
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 dance and performance piece exploring body language, movement, and urban rhythms.
A contemporary Dutch stage production examining power dynamics and intimacy.
A club night dedicated to house music and its various underground subgenres.
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.
A lecture examining how visual artists use personal and cultural identity as a tool for political protest and resistance.
A contemporary stage performance using sound, silence, and physical movement to investigate sensory overload.
A visual arts exhibition reflecting on ruins, aftermath, and rebuilding.
Leo Vroegindeweij and Ruth Meijer present sculpture and painting exploring form, memory, and perspective along the canal.
An exhibition and presentation exploring the spatial and visual language of road markings, transit zones, and temporary infrastructure.
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.
A pop-up exhibition exploring the history and popular impact of Dutch missing-person and ancestry television programmes.
A historical presentation tracing traditional women's clothing, headwear, and customs of Volendam.
The creative hub and working space opens its doors to the public with studios and projects on display.
An exhibition sharing community stories, recycled treasures and sustainable making from the neighbourhood hub.
A solo acoustic concert in the setting of the Spuistraat church.
An outdoor community arts and gardening project situated on the new sand-spit development of Strandeiland.
An evening of live experimental performance and music at the intimate Roode Bioscoop theatre.
The Dutch artist shows her large-scale, intricate charcoal drawings exploring the intersections of lush vegetation and urban human presence.
The Dutch sculptor shows new geometric, spatial works fashioned from industrial iron and steel.
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 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.
A practical workshop offering techniques to overcome anxiety and deliver presentations with greater confidence.
Riverside bar and restaurant on the Amstel hosting regular community drinks, food, and social events.
An intimate visual art exhibition staged inside the quirky local church venue.
A Dutch-language guided backstage tour exploring the stages, history, and inner workings of the municipal theatre.
Youth theatre school students perform an original staging about growing up, time passing, and everyday routines.
An intimate theatrical performance staged in the living-room theatre in the West district.
A theatrical production presented on the Leidseplein stage.
A local networking evening and speed-dating session organised for city-centre residents.
The neighbourhood community hub marks its third anniversary with an open gathering in Flevopark.
An intimate evening of live theatre in a cabaret setting.
A fast-paced hard techno night featuring Chilean DJ Zaphy alongside local selectors.
The French artist exhibits delicate ceramic sculptures alongside drawings that blend organic shapes with architectural forms.
A one-day exhibition and seminar event connecting international residents with local services, recruiters, housing specialists, and communities in Eindhoven.
An evening of underground club sounds and electronic music.
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.
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.
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.
An interactive theatrical production exploring the dynamics, tensions, and intimacy of modern romantic relationships.
An intimate stand-up comedy night hosted in the cultural basement venue.
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.
An art exhibition confronting ruin, aftermath, and rebuilding in the Rokin club rooms.
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.
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.
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.
Community clinic appointments offering traditional acupuncture and cupping therapy.
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.
Rob Looman's photographic series chronicles his father's gradual cognitive decline from dementia.
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.
An exhibition exploring the historical, social and religious lives of Lutheran communities in the Netherlands.
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.
An exhibition spotlighting twelve community-led neighbourhood projects from across Amsterdam.
A free neighbourhood fitness and gentle exercise class for women looking to stay active and meet others.
A casual co-working morning for developers to work on side projects and chat over coffee.
A weekly group singing class working through swing and light vocal arrangements for local vocalists.
Sculptor Gaston Bannier presents works at this studio and outdoor display space.
A weekly club night focused on commercial house music.
A group exhibition examining how human presence, touch, and collective memory reverberate across material objects.
A local librarian reads illustrated children's stories aloud during an informal drop-in session for young kids and parents.
An exhibition of surviving drawings, crafts, and memorabilia by the two sisters from the well-known regional industrial family.
A dual exhibition pairing sculptural earthworks with folded textile compositions.
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.
The historic artists' society hosts an event delving into a lost or hidden art-world title.
A practical tech talk explaining how the team planned, engineered, and shipped an application in a fourteen-day sprint.
A contemporary theater performance running at Theater Bellevue.
An artist-led tour exploring the exhibition through personal stories and creative insights.
An evening of Dutch stand-up comedy featuring an evolving lineup of established and emerging performers.
An R&B, hip-hop, and house party for over-21s off Leidseplein.
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 display highlighting local community projects, social initiatives, and resident-led neighborhood improvements.
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 resident DJ club night running across two rooms of hip-hop, R&B, and dance hits.
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.
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 club night revolving around melodic house and techno.
A museum tour led in Dutch Sign Language detailing the history of the Netherlands during the Second World War.
An evening organised for couples by the adult lifestyle community Swingers Date Club.
An intimate theatrical performance staged at the taproom 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.
The venue is closed to the public for a private wedding party.
This concert by the American singer-songwriter has been cancelled.
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