Amsterdam Events & City News Archive

Last updated: July 17, 2026

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Amsterdam Events & City News Archive

Weekly archive of events and city news for Amsterdam. Newest first.


Originally published: 2026-07-17T11:56:54.538090



Upcoming Events in Amsterdam

Date Title Details
2026-08-01 to 2026-08-02 Amsterdam Pride – Canal Parade 2026 Amsterdam Pride culminates in the famous Canal Parade, when decorated boats sail along the Prinsengracht through the heart of the city. The wider festival runs across multiple days with street parties, cultural programmes and events celebrating LGBTQ+ communities. The Canal Parade is free to watch from the quays and bridges. [Source]
2026-06-21 to 2026-08-30 Rijksmuseum Permanent Collection & Summer Exhibitions The Rijksmuseum displays Dutch masterpieces including Rembrandt’s Night Watch and works by Vermeer in its Gallery of Honour. During summer the museum runs additional temporary exhibitions alongside its permanent collection. Timed tickets are recommended during the busy holiday season. [Source]
2026-06-21 to 2026-08-30 Van Gogh Museum Summer Visits The Van Gogh Museum holds the world’s largest collection of works by Vincent van Gogh, spanning his paintings, drawings and letters. Summer is among the busiest periods, with advance timed-entry tickets required for admission. The museum also presents rotating exhibitions exploring the artist and his contemporaries. [Source]
2026-07-04 to 2026-07-05 Julidans International Dance Festival 2026 Julidans is Amsterdam’s annual festival of contemporary international dance, staged largely around the Leidseplein theatres. The programme brings choreographers and companies from across the world for performances, talks and workshops. The festival typically runs across the first half of July. [Source]
2026-08-19 to 2026-08-23 Grachtenfestival (Canal Festival) 2026 The Grachtenfestival presents classical and contemporary concerts at intimate venues, courtyards and on pontoons along Amsterdam’s canals. A highlight is the free Prinsengracht Concert performed on a floating stage. Many events showcase young and emerging musicians. [Source]
2026-06-21 Albert Cuyp Market The Albert Cuypmarkt in De Pijp is the largest daytime street market in the Netherlands, open from Monday to Saturday. Hundreds of stalls sell fresh produce, Dutch snacks such as stroopwafels and herring, clothing and household goods. The market is free to browse and a popular summer destination. [Source]

City News in Amsterdam – last 14 days

Date Category Headline Details
2026-07-17 Society Reports of people in mental distress rose 20 percent in Amsterdam The number of reports about confused or distressed people continued to rise in the first half of 2026, with a 20 percent increase in Amsterdam. The trend is putting added pressure on police and care services. Authorities are tracking the growing figures. [Source]
2026-07-17 Public safety Police free kidnapping victim after large operation in Amsterdam-Oost Police have confirmed that a large-scale operation in Amsterdam-Oost freed a kidnapping victim on Wednesday evening. The action involved a chase through the district. Officers detained suspects as part of the rescue. [Source]
2026-07-17 Housing What Amsterdam’s stricter Airbnb rules mean for residents New rules limit Amsterdammers to renting out their homes for fifteen days a year, and the city is weighing how much difference they make. The report examines what the tighter Airbnb regulations mean for residents. Questions remain over how effectively they curb short-term letting. [Source]
2026-07-17 City services Three new waste boats deployed in Amsterdam’s red-light district The city has added three new waste-collection boats in the Wallen area, with plans to eventually station around thirty in the centre. The vessels are part of an effort to keep the canals and old town clean. Officials see the boats as a longer-term fixture for the city centre. [Source]
2026-07-17 Art André Volten’s painted stainless steel becomes a landmark in Amstelkwartier A painted stainless-steel work by artist André Volten in the Amstelkwartier is drawing attention as public art worth lingering over. The piece invites passers-by to walk around it. It adds a striking sculptural feature to the neighbourhood. [Source]
2026-07-17 History ‘Friendly Fire’ manhole covers mark where bombs fell on Amsterdam-Noord in 1943 New manhole covers titled ‘Friendly Fire’ mark the spots where bombs fell on Amsterdam-Noord in July 1943. The project commemorates the wartime bombing raids on the district. It weaves the city’s history into its everyday streets. [Source]
2026-07-17 Urban planning Despite some dull street names, Cruquius has become a successful district Amsterdam-Oost’s Cruquius area has grown into a successful neighbourhood, even if some of its street names lack imagination. The redevelopment turned a former industrial harbour into housing. Residents and observers judge the transformation a success. [Source]
2026-07-17 Society Dutch-Moroccan rights groups criticise opening of ‘House of Morocco’ in Amsterdam Moroccan-Dutch human rights organisations have criticised the opening of the ‘House of Morocco’ in Amsterdam’s Plantagebuurt. They raised concerns about the venture. The opening has become a point of debate within the community. [Source]
2026-07-17 Crime Police find large stash of drugs in a storage unit in Amsterdam-Noord Police have discovered a large quantity of drugs in a storage box in Amsterdam-Noord. The find followed an investigation in the district. Officers seized the haul as part of their inquiry. [Source]
2026-07-17 Transport Tram damages overhead line at Alexanderplein in Amsterdam A tram tore down the overhead power line at Alexanderplein, disrupting service in the area. Repair crews were sent to fix the damaged line. The incident briefly affected tram traffic through the junction. [Source]

Sources: Pride Amsterdam, Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum, I amsterdam, Grachtenfestival, Albert Cuypmarkt, Het Parool Amsterdam, DutchNews


Originally published: 2026-07-06T13:14:47.278908



Upcoming Events in Amsterdam

Date Title Details
2026-08-01 to 2026-08-02 Amsterdam Pride – Canal Parade 2026 Amsterdam Pride culminates in the famous Canal Parade, when decorated boats sail along the Prinsengracht through the heart of the city. The wider festival runs across multiple days with street parties, cultural programmes and events celebrating LGBTQ+ communities. The Canal Parade is free to watch from the quays and bridges. [Source]
2026-06-21 to 2026-08-30 Rijksmuseum Permanent Collection & Summer Exhibitions The Rijksmuseum displays Dutch masterpieces including Rembrandt’s Night Watch and works by Vermeer in its Gallery of Honour. During summer the museum runs additional temporary exhibitions alongside its permanent collection. Timed tickets are recommended during the busy holiday season. [Source]
2026-06-21 to 2026-08-30 Van Gogh Museum Summer Visits The Van Gogh Museum holds the world’s largest collection of works by Vincent van Gogh, spanning his paintings, drawings and letters. Summer is among the busiest periods, with advance timed-entry tickets required for admission. The museum also presents rotating exhibitions exploring the artist and his contemporaries. [Source]
2026-07-04 to 2026-07-05 Julidans International Dance Festival 2026 Julidans is Amsterdam’s annual festival of contemporary international dance, staged largely around the Leidseplein theatres. The programme brings choreographers and companies from across the world for performances, talks and workshops. The festival typically runs across the first half of July. [Source]
2026-08-19 to 2026-08-23 Grachtenfestival (Canal Festival) 2026 The Grachtenfestival presents classical and contemporary concerts at intimate venues, courtyards and on pontoons along Amsterdam’s canals. A highlight is the free Prinsengracht Concert performed on a floating stage. Many events showcase young and emerging musicians. [Source]
2026-06-21 Albert Cuyp Market The Albert Cuypmarkt in De Pijp is the largest daytime street market in the Netherlands, open from Monday to Saturday. Hundreds of stalls sell fresh produce, Dutch snacks such as stroopwafels and herring, clothing and household goods. The market is free to browse and a popular summer destination. [Source]

City News in Amsterdam – last 14 days

Date Category Headline Details
2026-07-06 Transport Signal fault halts trains between Amsterdam Centraal and Zaandam A technical fault has stopped all rail service between Amsterdam Centraal and Zaandam. Passengers on this busy commuter route face delays while the disruption is resolved. No estimate for when normal service will resume has been given. [Source]
2026-07-06 Public safety Man (38) seriously wounded in IJburg stabbing, Amsterdam suspect arrested A 38-year-old man was seriously injured in a stabbing in the IJburg district. Police arrested a 32-year-old Amsterdam resident in connection with the attack. The circumstances of the incident are under investigation. [Source]
2026-07-06 Public safety Three injured in accident at Plein ’40-’45 during Morocco victory celebrations Three people were injured in an accident at Plein ’40-’45 during celebrations of Morocco’s football victory. The gathering had drawn crowds marking the World Cup result. Details of how the accident happened were not immediately available. [Source]
2026-07-06 Housing How Amsterdam cracks down on empty homes, with fines up to 72,000 euros Amsterdam’s city government is taking action against owners who leave their homes vacant. Enforcement measures can include penalty payments of up to 72,000 euros. The approach targets properties left standing empty with curtains drawn and nobody living inside. [Source]
2026-07-06 Culture ‘Friendly Fire’ manhole covers mark where bombs fell on Amsterdam-Noord in July 1943 New manhole covers titled ‘Friendly Fire’ mark the spots in Amsterdam-Noord where bombs fell in July 1943. The installation commemorates wartime bombardments in the district. The project preserves the memory of the events in the city’s public space. [Source]
2026-07-06 Transport Nearly half of micro-car drivers unaware of traffic rules Almost half of drivers of small micro-cars such as the Birò do not know the applicable traffic rules. The finding raises safety concerns about these light vehicles on city streets. The gap in knowledge points to a need for better awareness among users. [Source]
2026-07-06 Weather Temperatures set to climb back above 30 degrees this week Temperatures across the Netherlands are expected to rise again this week. The centre and south of the country are the most likely areas to see the mercury climb above 30 degrees. Warm conditions are forecast to return in the coming days. [Source]
2026-07-06 Economy Student interns to gain legal right to pay, but no minimum wage Students at vocational schools, colleges and universities are to be given a legal right to payment for their internships. The new rules stop short of guaranteeing a minimum wage for the work. The change aims to ensure interns are compensated for their contributions. [Source]
2026-07-06 Politics Cabinet fast-tracks shooting of problem wolves this summer Local councils will be able to authorise the shooting of so-called problem wolves from mid-July. The move follows a decision by agricultural state secretary Silvio Erkens to speed up the measure. The policy responds to concerns over wolves in rural areas. [Source]
2026-07-06 Justice Court rules government wrongly increased traffic fines A court in Utrecht ruled that the government should not have raised traffic fines in 2024. The judges found the increase imposed by Dutch authorities was not justified. The decision could have implications for fines issued under the higher rates. [Source]

Sources: Pride Amsterdam, Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum, I amsterdam, Grachtenfestival, Albert Cuypmarkt, Het Parool Amsterdam, Het Parool Amsterdam


Originally published: 2026-06-25T09:06:33.584155



Upcoming Events in Amsterdam

Date Title Details
2026-08-01 to 2026-08-02 Amsterdam Pride – Canal Parade 2026 Amsterdam Pride culminates in the famous Canal Parade, when decorated boats sail along the Prinsengracht through the heart of the city. The wider festival runs across multiple days with street parties, cultural programmes and events celebrating LGBTQ+ communities. The Canal Parade is free to watch from the quays and bridges. [Source]
2026-06-21 to 2026-08-30 Rijksmuseum Permanent Collection & Summer Exhibitions The Rijksmuseum displays Dutch masterpieces including Rembrandt’s Night Watch and works by Vermeer in its Gallery of Honour. During summer the museum runs additional temporary exhibitions alongside its permanent collection. Timed tickets are recommended during the busy holiday season. [Source]
2026-06-21 to 2026-08-30 Van Gogh Museum Summer Visits The Van Gogh Museum holds the world’s largest collection of works by Vincent van Gogh, spanning his paintings, drawings and letters. Summer is among the busiest periods, with advance timed-entry tickets required for admission. The museum also presents rotating exhibitions exploring the artist and his contemporaries. [Source]
2026-07-04 to 2026-07-05 Julidans International Dance Festival 2026 Julidans is Amsterdam’s annual festival of contemporary international dance, staged largely around the Leidseplein theatres. The programme brings choreographers and companies from across the world for performances, talks and workshops. The festival typically runs across the first half of July. [Source]
2026-08-19 to 2026-08-23 Grachtenfestival (Canal Festival) 2026 The Grachtenfestival presents classical and contemporary concerts at intimate venues, courtyards and on pontoons along Amsterdam’s canals. A highlight is the free Prinsengracht Concert performed on a floating stage. Many events showcase young and emerging musicians. [Source]
2026-06-21 Albert Cuyp Market The Albert Cuypmarkt in De Pijp is the largest daytime street market in the Netherlands, open from Monday to Saturday. Hundreds of stalls sell fresh produce, Dutch snacks such as stroopwafels and herring, clothing and household goods. The market is free to browse and a popular summer destination. [Source]

City News in Amsterdam – last 14 days

Date Category Headline Details
2026-06-21 Weather Amsterdam heads for heatwave with temperatures up to 33C Amsterdam is bracing for a heatwave, with daytime temperatures forecast to reach as high as 33 degrees Celsius. Forecasters also warn of muggy, sticky nights that will make sleeping difficult. Residents are advised to take precautions during the hot spell. [Source]
2026-06-21 Public safety Residents of Amsterdam-Oost complex allowed home after blast All residents of a housing complex in Amsterdam-Oost have been permitted to return home following an explosion at the building. Police are searching for two underage suspects in connection with the incident. The blast had forced an earlier evacuation of the block. [Source]
2026-06-21 Urban planning Plan to clear cars from the Damrak and widen pavements City officials are weighing a redesign of the Damrak that would remove through traffic and create wider pavements. Supporters argue the central thoroughfare no longer needs its lanes of cars and the notorious queue outside De Bijenkorf. The proposal is part of a broader push to reclaim street space for pedestrians. [Source]
2026-06-21 Government Mayor Halsema opens ‘first public-transparency centre’ Mayor Femke Halsema has expressed pride at the opening of what the city calls the world’s first public-transparency centre. The facility is intended to make government information more openly accessible to residents. The launch is presented as a milestone for civic openness in Amsterdam. [Source]
2026-06-21 Justice Woman convicted of trafficking teen at care institution A 27-year-old woman has been convicted of human trafficking linked to a care institution. The court heard she took a 15-year-old girl to a home in Amsterdam-Noord. The case drew attention to the exploitation of vulnerable young people. [Source]
2026-06-21 Crime Man jailed nine years for shooting on Prins Hendrikkade A man identified as Luciano D. has been sentenced to nine years in prison for shooting another man on the Prins Hendrikkade. He told the court he had no regrets about the attack. The case concerned a violent confrontation in the city centre. [Source]
2026-06-21 Culture Stolen love-locks artwork returns to its maker after a year A stolen artwork made of love padlocks has been returned to its creator a year after it disappeared. The artist described being overjoyed at the recovery. The piece had been a familiar fixture in the city. [Source]
2026-06-21 Public health Boil-water advisory lifted in two Amsterdam-Noord streets A boil-water advisory prompted by faecal bacteria has been lifted for two streets in Amsterdam-Noord. Residents had been told to boil tap water as a precaution while the contamination was investigated. Officials say the water is now safe to use again. [Source]
2026-06-21 Weather One dead and widespread damage after night of storms A 25-year-old woman was killed as severe thunderstorms swept across the Netherlands overnight into Saturday. The storms caused widespread damage in many areas. Emergency services responded to numerous incidents during the night. [Source]
2026-06-21 Sport Ajax searches for new main sponsor as Ziggo bows out Amsterdam football club Ajax is seeking a new main sponsor after telecoms group Ziggo decided to end its backing of the club. The departure leaves a prominent gap on the team’s shirts. The club is now looking for a replacement partner. [Source]

Sources: Pride Amsterdam, Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum, I amsterdam, Grachtenfestival, Albert Cuypmarkt, Het Parool Amsterdam, Het Parool Amsterdam


Originally published: 2026-06-15T09:24:06.008441



Current Events in Amsterdam in May

Date Title Details
May 23–24 Miljuschka’s DiscoDip Festival (Amsterdamse Bos) A vibrant food-and-entertainment festival hosted by Miljuschka takes place in the Amsterdamse Bos on 23-24 May, with dishes, dips, music and a disco atmosphere. Ticketed; family-friendly. Notable: a colourful spring outdoor event in Amsterdam’s expansive woodland park, combining food culture with live entertainment. [Source]
from May 14 Kho Liang Ie retrospective (Stedelijk Museum) The Stedelijk Museum presents a retrospective of designer Kho Liang Ie, running 14 May to 18 October. Ticketed; all ages. Notable: a major survey of the influential Dutch-Indonesian designer’s work at Amsterdam’s leading modern and contemporary art museum on Museumplein. [Source]
Jun (month) Holland Festival The Holland Festival, Amsterdam’s premier international performing-arts celebration, returns every June with world-class theatre, dance, music and multidisciplinary performances across the city. Ticketed; all ages. Notable: the Netherlands’ flagship arts festival, presenting cutting-edge international and Dutch productions in venues across the capital. [Source]
Jun 12–Aug 30 Rembrandt & Life (Rembrandt House) The Rembrandt House Museum presents ‘Rembrandt & Life,’ running 12 June to 30 August. Ticketed; all ages. Notable: a focused exhibition at the master’s former home and studio in the Jodenbreestraat, offering insight into Rembrandt’s world in the very house where he lived and worked. [Source]
from Jun 19 Ed van der Elsken photography (Rijksmuseum) The Rijksmuseum stages a major exhibition of photographer Ed van der Elsken, running 19 June to 13 September. Ticketed; all ages. Notable: a celebration of the Dutch ‘enfant terrible’ of photography, whose raw, intimate images of post-war street life are presented at the nation’s flagship museum. [Source]
Jun 5–Oct 25 Carel Visser sculpture (Rijksmuseum Garden) An open-air exhibition of Carel Visser’s sculpture fills the Rijksmuseum Garden from 5 June to 25 October. Free (garden access); family-friendly. Notable: monumental works by the leading Dutch sculptor displayed amid the museum’s formal gardens, blending modern art with green public space. [Source]
Jun 19–28 Open Garden Days (canal house gardens) Privately owned canal houses normally closed to the public open their historic gardens for visits over 19-28 June. Ticketed; all ages. Notable: a rare chance to step behind the façades of Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed canal ring and explore hidden gardens usually off-limits to visitors. [Source]

City News in Amsterdam – last 14 days

Date Category Headline Details
2026-06-14 Culture Amsterdam’s Artis aquarium reopens after 50-million-euro restoration One of the world’s oldest aquariums has reopened in Amsterdam after a five-year restoration project costing about 50 million euros. The overhaul renewed the historic Artis facility. The reopening was welcomed as the return of a landmark attraction. [Source]
2026-06-14 Public safety Arrests and seizures follow Amsterdam gym explosion Police have arrested several people and seized a number of cars after an explosion destroyed a gym in Amsterdam. Investigators are examining the cause and those responsible. The blast caused significant damage to the building. [Source]
2026-06-14 Public safety Experts weigh how unusual the Amsterdam-Osdorp explosion was Experts have discussed how exceptional the explosion in Amsterdam-Osdorp really was. They note that what happened in the storage box occurs often but usually ends without harm. The incident has prompted reflection on safety in residential buildings. [Source]
2026-06-14 Local government Mayor Halsema seeks permanent batons for Amsterdam city wardens Mayor Femke Halsema wants to make batons permanent for municipal enforcement officers in Amsterdam’s city centre. The move follows a positive evaluation of a trial. Supporters say it improves officer safety, while the proposal raises debate over policing. [Source]
2026-06-14 Urban development Amsterdam earmarks 15 million euros for new cultural centre in the east Amsterdam’s city council is setting aside 15 million euros to renovate the Drenthhal into a new cultural centre in a developing eastern district. The project aims to bring cultural facilities to the new residential area. It is part of the city’s investment in the neighbourhood. [Source]
2026-06-14 Public health Faecal bacteria in pipes forces residents in Amsterdam-Noord to boil water Faecal bacteria have been found in the water pipes of two streets in Amsterdam-Noord. Residents have been told to boil their drinking water as a precaution. Authorities are working to resolve the contamination. [Source]
2026-06-14 Culture De Ceuvel creative hub gets extra year from Amsterdam city council The De Ceuvel creative breeding ground has been granted an additional year by Amsterdam’s city council, allowing it to operate until the start of 2028. The decision extends the life of the well-known site. It gives the cultural project more time before its future is decided. [Source]
2026-06-14 Government Dutch cabinet plans ban on online gambling ads and bonuses The Dutch cabinet is planning a complete ban on online gambling advertising and on bonuses such as free bets for new customers. The measure aims to curb the reach of online gambling. It marks a tightening of rules in the sector. [Source]

Sources: AmsterdamTips, I amsterdam, AmsterdamTips, Amsterdam Experience, DutchNews, DutchNews, Het Parool Amsterdam, Het Parool Amsterdam


Originally published: 2026-06-08T11:33:53.919048



Current Events in Amsterdam in May

Date Title Details
May 23–24 Miljuschka’s DiscoDip Festival (Amsterdamse Bos) A vibrant food-and-entertainment festival hosted by Miljuschka takes place in the Amsterdamse Bos on 23-24 May, with dishes, dips, music and a disco atmosphere. Ticketed; family-friendly. Notable: a colourful spring outdoor event in Amsterdam’s expansive woodland park, combining food culture with live entertainment. [Source]
from May 14 Kho Liang Ie retrospective (Stedelijk Museum) The Stedelijk Museum presents a retrospective of designer Kho Liang Ie, running 14 May to 18 October. Ticketed; all ages. Notable: a major survey of the influential Dutch-Indonesian designer’s work at Amsterdam’s leading modern and contemporary art museum on Museumplein. [Source]
Jun (month) Holland Festival The Holland Festival, Amsterdam’s premier international performing-arts celebration, returns every June with world-class theatre, dance, music and multidisciplinary performances across the city. Ticketed; all ages. Notable: the Netherlands’ flagship arts festival, presenting cutting-edge international and Dutch productions in venues across the capital. [Source]
Jun 12–Aug 30 Rembrandt & Life (Rembrandt House) The Rembrandt House Museum presents ‘Rembrandt & Life,’ running 12 June to 30 August. Ticketed; all ages. Notable: a focused exhibition at the master’s former home and studio in the Jodenbreestraat, offering insight into Rembrandt’s world in the very house where he lived and worked. [Source]
from Jun 19 Ed van der Elsken photography (Rijksmuseum) The Rijksmuseum stages a major exhibition of photographer Ed van der Elsken, running 19 June to 13 September. Ticketed; all ages. Notable: a celebration of the Dutch ‘enfant terrible’ of photography, whose raw, intimate images of post-war street life are presented at the nation’s flagship museum. [Source]
Jun 5–Oct 25 Carel Visser sculpture (Rijksmuseum Garden) An open-air exhibition of Carel Visser’s sculpture fills the Rijksmuseum Garden from 5 June to 25 October. Free (garden access); family-friendly. Notable: monumental works by the leading Dutch sculptor displayed amid the museum’s formal gardens, blending modern art with green public space. [Source]
Jun 19–28 Open Garden Days (canal house gardens) Privately owned canal houses normally closed to the public open their historic gardens for visits over 19-28 June. Ticketed; all ages. Notable: a rare chance to step behind the façades of Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed canal ring and explore hidden gardens usually off-limits to visitors. [Source]

City News in Amsterdam – last 14 days

Date Category Headline Details
2026-06-07 Culture Amsterdam’s Holocaust Museum refuses to cooperate with a visit by Ye Amsterdam’s Holocaust Museum has declined to take part in a planned visit by the rapper Ye. The museum said it would not provide a platform to help repair his damaged public image. The decision underscores the institution’s stance on who it associates with. [Source]
2026-06-07 Public safety Woman assaulted by a teenager in Amstelveen A woman was assaulted by a teenager in Amstelveen, near Amsterdam. The incident was reported by local media. Authorities are dealing with the case in the suburb south of the city. [Source]
2026-06-07 Public safety Police arrest 16-year-old over explosion at an office building on Amsterdam’s Zuidas Police have detained a 16-year-old boy in connection with an explosion at an office building on Amsterdam’s Zuidas business district. The act was claimed on social media by the same group that claimed antisemitic attacks on a synagogue in Liege, a Jewish school in Amsterdam and a synagogue in Rotterdam. Police had earlier arrested a 17-year-old boy from Uithoorn over the case. [Source]
2026-06-07 Public safety All three suspects in Drents Museum gold heist jailed for 47 months The three main suspects in the Drents Museum heist have each been sentenced to three years and 11 months in prison. The case concerned the theft of valuable gold items from the museum. The verdicts bring the high-profile robbery case to a close. [Source]
2026-06-07 Urban development Creative hub De Ceuvel granted an extra year by the city, until early 2028 The city of Amsterdam has granted the creative breeding ground De Ceuvel an additional year, extending its tenure until the start of 2028. The decision allows the well-known site to continue operating for longer than planned. It is a reprieve for the cultural and sustainability hub in Amsterdam-Noord. [Source]
2026-06-07 Local government Mayor Halsema seeks permanent batons for enforcement officers in Amsterdam city centre Mayor Femke Halsema wants to make batons a permanent part of the equipment for municipal enforcement officers in Amsterdam-Centrum. The move follows a positive evaluation of a trial. The measure would give the officers, known as boa’s, expanded means in the city centre. [Source]
2026-06-07 Urban development City commits 15 million euros for a new cultural centre in Amsterdam-Oost The municipality is setting aside 15 million euros to renovate the Drenthhal into a new cultural centre in a developing residential district in Amsterdam-Oost. The project is intended to provide cultural facilities for the new neighbourhood. It reflects the city’s investment in amenities for growing areas. [Source]
2026-06-07 Local government No large erotic centre in new coalition deal as parties plan 350 million euros in cuts A new coalition agreement drops plans for a large erotic centre in Amsterdam. The parties PRO Amsterdam and D66 want to cut 350 million euros from the budget. The deal sets out the new governing priorities for the city. [Source]
2026-06-07 Culture Skatecafé, Oedipus and the rest of the Hamerkwartier mark their farewell with celebrations Businesses including Skatecafé and brewery Oedipus are saying goodbye to the Hamerkwartier with a series of farewell events. The area is being redeveloped, ending an era for its cultural venues. One organiser said the history of the place cannot be rebuilt. [Source]
2026-06-07 Local government Hundreds of households in Amsterdam-Noord briefly left without water after a pipe break Hundreds of households in Amsterdam-Noord were temporarily without water after a pipe burst during construction works. The disruption affected residents in the northern district. Supply was expected to be restored once the broken line was dealt with. [Source]

Sources: AmsterdamTips, I amsterdam, AmsterdamTips, Amsterdam Experience, Het Parool Amsterdam, Het Parool Amsterdam, NRC, DutchNews


Originally published: 2026-06-07T10:19:20.795726



Current Events in Amsterdam in May

Date Title Details
May 23–24 Miljuschka’s DiscoDip Festival (Amsterdamse Bos) A vibrant food-and-entertainment festival hosted by Miljuschka takes place in the Amsterdamse Bos on 23-24 May, with dishes, dips, music and a disco atmosphere. Ticketed; family-friendly. Notable: a colourful spring outdoor event in Amsterdam’s expansive woodland park, combining food culture with live entertainment. [Source]
from May 14 Kho Liang Ie retrospective (Stedelijk Museum) The Stedelijk Museum presents a retrospective of designer Kho Liang Ie, running 14 May to 18 October. Ticketed; all ages. Notable: a major survey of the influential Dutch-Indonesian designer’s work at Amsterdam’s leading modern and contemporary art museum on Museumplein. [Source]
Jun (month) Holland Festival The Holland Festival, Amsterdam’s premier international performing-arts celebration, returns every June with world-class theatre, dance, music and multidisciplinary performances across the city. Ticketed; all ages. Notable: the Netherlands’ flagship arts festival, presenting cutting-edge international and Dutch productions in venues across the capital. [Source]
Jun 12–Aug 30 Rembrandt & Life (Rembrandt House) The Rembrandt House Museum presents ‘Rembrandt & Life,’ running 12 June to 30 August. Ticketed; all ages. Notable: a focused exhibition at the master’s former home and studio in the Jodenbreestraat, offering insight into Rembrandt’s world in the very house where he lived and worked. [Source]
from Jun 19 Ed van der Elsken photography (Rijksmuseum) The Rijksmuseum stages a major exhibition of photographer Ed van der Elsken, running 19 June to 13 September. Ticketed; all ages. Notable: a celebration of the Dutch ‘enfant terrible’ of photography, whose raw, intimate images of post-war street life are presented at the nation’s flagship museum. [Source]
Jun 5–Oct 25 Carel Visser sculpture (Rijksmuseum Garden) An open-air exhibition of Carel Visser’s sculpture fills the Rijksmuseum Garden from 5 June to 25 October. Free (garden access); family-friendly. Notable: monumental works by the leading Dutch sculptor displayed amid the museum’s formal gardens, blending modern art with green public space. [Source]
Jun 19–28 Open Garden Days (canal house gardens) Privately owned canal houses normally closed to the public open their historic gardens for visits over 19-28 June. Ticketed; all ages. Notable: a rare chance to step behind the façades of Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed canal ring and explore hidden gardens usually off-limits to visitors. [Source]

City News in Amsterdam – last 14 days

Date Category Headline Details
2026-06-07 Culture Amsterdam’s Holocaust Museum refuses to cooperate with a visit by Ye Amsterdam’s Holocaust Museum has declined to take part in a planned visit by the rapper Ye. The museum said it would not provide a platform to help repair his damaged public image. The decision underscores the institution’s stance on who it associates with. [Source]
2026-06-07 Public safety Woman assaulted by a teenager in Amstelveen A woman was assaulted by a teenager in Amstelveen, near Amsterdam. The incident was reported by local media. Authorities are dealing with the case in the suburb south of the city. [Source]
2026-06-07 Public safety Police arrest 16-year-old over explosion at an office building on Amsterdam’s Zuidas Police have detained a 16-year-old boy in connection with an explosion at an office building on Amsterdam’s Zuidas business district. The act was claimed on social media by the same group that claimed antisemitic attacks on a synagogue in Liege, a Jewish school in Amsterdam and a synagogue in Rotterdam. Police had earlier arrested a 17-year-old boy from Uithoorn over the case. [Source]
2026-06-07 Public safety All three suspects in Drents Museum gold heist jailed for 47 months The three main suspects in the Drents Museum heist have each been sentenced to three years and 11 months in prison. The case concerned the theft of valuable gold items from the museum. The verdicts bring the high-profile robbery case to a close. [Source]
2026-06-07 Urban development Creative hub De Ceuvel granted an extra year by the city, until early 2028 The city of Amsterdam has granted the creative breeding ground De Ceuvel an additional year, extending its tenure until the start of 2028. The decision allows the well-known site to continue operating for longer than planned. It is a reprieve for the cultural and sustainability hub in Amsterdam-Noord. [Source]
2026-06-07 Local government Mayor Halsema seeks permanent batons for enforcement officers in Amsterdam city centre Mayor Femke Halsema wants to make batons a permanent part of the equipment for municipal enforcement officers in Amsterdam-Centrum. The move follows a positive evaluation of a trial. The measure would give the officers, known as boa’s, expanded means in the city centre. [Source]
2026-06-07 Urban development City commits 15 million euros for a new cultural centre in Amsterdam-Oost The municipality is setting aside 15 million euros to renovate the Drenthhal into a new cultural centre in a developing residential district in Amsterdam-Oost. The project is intended to provide cultural facilities for the new neighbourhood. It reflects the city’s investment in amenities for growing areas. [Source]
2026-06-07 Local government No large erotic centre in new coalition deal as parties plan 350 million euros in cuts A new coalition agreement drops plans for a large erotic centre in Amsterdam. The parties PRO Amsterdam and D66 want to cut 350 million euros from the budget. The deal sets out the new governing priorities for the city. [Source]
2026-06-07 Culture Skatecafé, Oedipus and the rest of the Hamerkwartier mark their farewell with celebrations Businesses including Skatecafé and brewery Oedipus are saying goodbye to the Hamerkwartier with a series of farewell events. The area is being redeveloped, ending an era for its cultural venues. One organiser said the history of the place cannot be rebuilt. [Source]
2026-06-07 Local government Hundreds of households in Amsterdam-Noord briefly left without water after a pipe break Hundreds of households in Amsterdam-Noord were temporarily without water after a pipe burst during construction works. The disruption affected residents in the northern district. Supply was expected to be restored once the broken line was dealt with. [Source]

Sources: AmsterdamTips, I amsterdam, AmsterdamTips, Amsterdam Experience, Het Parool Amsterdam, Het Parool Amsterdam, NRC, DutchNews


Originally published: 2026-05-29T10:23:58.993376



Current Events in Amsterdam in May

Date Title Details
May 23–24 Miljuschka’s DiscoDip Festival (Amsterdamse Bos) A vibrant food-and-entertainment festival hosted by Miljuschka takes place in the Amsterdamse Bos on 23-24 May, with dishes, dips, music and a disco atmosphere. Ticketed; family-friendly. Notable: a colourful spring outdoor event in Amsterdam’s expansive woodland park, combining food culture with live entertainment. [Source]
from May 14 Kho Liang Ie retrospective (Stedelijk Museum) The Stedelijk Museum presents a retrospective of designer Kho Liang Ie, running 14 May to 18 October. Ticketed; all ages. Notable: a major survey of the influential Dutch-Indonesian designer’s work at Amsterdam’s leading modern and contemporary art museum on Museumplein. [Source]
Jun (month) Holland Festival The Holland Festival, Amsterdam’s premier international performing-arts celebration, returns every June with world-class theatre, dance, music and multidisciplinary performances across the city. Ticketed; all ages. Notable: the Netherlands’ flagship arts festival, presenting cutting-edge international and Dutch productions in venues across the capital. [Source]
Jun 12–Aug 30 Rembrandt & Life (Rembrandt House) The Rembrandt House Museum presents ‘Rembrandt & Life,’ running 12 June to 30 August. Ticketed; all ages. Notable: a focused exhibition at the master’s former home and studio in the Jodenbreestraat, offering insight into Rembrandt’s world in the very house where he lived and worked. [Source]
from Jun 19 Ed van der Elsken photography (Rijksmuseum) The Rijksmuseum stages a major exhibition of photographer Ed van der Elsken, running 19 June to 13 September. Ticketed; all ages. Notable: a celebration of the Dutch ‘enfant terrible’ of photography, whose raw, intimate images of post-war street life are presented at the nation’s flagship museum. [Source]
Jun 5–Oct 25 Carel Visser sculpture (Rijksmuseum Garden) An open-air exhibition of Carel Visser’s sculpture fills the Rijksmuseum Garden from 5 June to 25 October. Free (garden access); family-friendly. Notable: monumental works by the leading Dutch sculptor displayed amid the museum’s formal gardens, blending modern art with green public space. [Source]
Jun 19–28 Open Garden Days (canal house gardens) Privately owned canal houses normally closed to the public open their historic gardens for visits over 19-28 June. Ticketed; all ages. Notable: a rare chance to step behind the façades of Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed canal ring and explore hidden gardens usually off-limits to visitors. [Source]

City News in Amsterdam – last 14 days

Date Category Headline Details
2026-05-29 Local government Amsterdam forms its coalition smoothly as other cities stall While coalition negotiations stall in other Dutch cities, Amsterdam is moving ahead smoothly to form its new city government. The relative ease stands out against the gridlock elsewhere. The progress points to a stable path for the capital’s administration. [Source]
2026-05-29 Local government No large erotic centre in Amsterdam’s new coalition agreement Amsterdam’s new coalition agreement does not include plans for a large erotic centre, with parties PRO Amsterdam and D66 shelving the controversial proposal. The idea had long divided opinion in the city. Its absence marks a notable shift in policy. [Source]
2026-05-29 Local affairs More building permits issued but fewer homes actually built More homes are receiving building permits in the Netherlands, yet fewer are actually being built, the statistics office CBS reports, a paradox felt in Amsterdam’s tight housing market. The gap underscores the obstacles to construction. It highlights the persistent challenge of delivering new housing. [Source]
2026-05-29 Local affairs Dutch birth rate plummets 16% in a decade The Dutch birth rate has plummeted 16% over the past 10 years, new figures show, deepening concern about the country’s demographics, an issue relevant to Amsterdam. The decline poses long-term challenges. It mirrors falling birth rates seen across many nations. [Source]
2026-05-29 Local government Dutch parliament’s coronavirus inquiry begins public hearings The Dutch parliament’s inquiry into the coronavirus pandemic has begun its public hearings, with virologist Marion Koopmans among the first witnesses, in proceedings followed in Amsterdam. The inquiry will examine the country’s handling of the crisis. It revisits contentious measures such as the curfew and lockdowns. [Source]
2026-05-29 Local government Searching asylum seekers’ phones is illegal, ministry rules Searching the phones of asylum seekers is illegal, a Dutch ministry has ruled, a decision with national reach felt in Amsterdam. The ruling sets limits on how authorities can handle applicants’ devices. It touches on the balance between security and privacy. [Source]
2026-05-29 Local government Dutch ministers spent €1.8 million on private jets for foreign trips Dutch ministers spent 1.8 million euros on private jets for foreign trips, figures show, drawing scrutiny in Amsterdam and beyond. The spending has raised questions about cost and propriety. The revelation has prompted debate over government travel. [Source]
2026-05-29 Public transport Dutch traffic fines set to rise with inflation next year Traffic fines in the Netherlands are set to rise in line with inflation next year, meaning higher penalties for drivers in Amsterdam. The increase will affect a range of offences. Motorists are advised to take note of the steeper charges. [Source]
2026-05-28 Culture Amsterdam’s Hamerkwartier venues throw a farewell party Skatecafé, Oedipus and other venues in Amsterdam’s Hamerkwartier are bowing out with a celebratory farewell, as the area faces redevelopment. The party marks the end of an era for the creative district. It reflects the changing face of the city’s neighbourhoods. [Source]
2026-05-29 Local affairs Weather turns, but Amsterdam may dodge the worst of the storms The weather is turning in the Netherlands, but storms and hail look set to largely miss Amsterdam, forecasters say. The capital may escape the brunt of the rough conditions. Residents are nonetheless advised to keep an eye on the changing weather. [Source]

Sources: AmsterdamTips, I amsterdam, AmsterdamTips, Amsterdam Experience, Het Parool Amsterdam, Het Parool Amsterdam, DutchNews, DutchNews


Originally published: 2026-05-22T12:17:31.245936



Current Events in Amsterdam in May

Date Title Details
May 23–24 Miljuschka’s DiscoDip Festival (Amsterdamse Bos) A vibrant food-and-entertainment festival hosted by Miljuschka takes place in the Amsterdamse Bos on 23-24 May, with dishes, dips, music and a disco atmosphere. Ticketed; family-friendly. Notable: a colourful spring outdoor event in Amsterdam’s expansive woodland park, combining food culture with live entertainment. [Source]
from May 14 Kho Liang Ie retrospective (Stedelijk Museum) The Stedelijk Museum presents a retrospective of designer Kho Liang Ie, running 14 May to 18 October. Ticketed; all ages. Notable: a major survey of the influential Dutch-Indonesian designer’s work at Amsterdam’s leading modern and contemporary art museum on Museumplein. [Source]
Jun (month) Holland Festival The Holland Festival, Amsterdam’s premier international performing-arts celebration, returns every June with world-class theatre, dance, music and multidisciplinary performances across the city. Ticketed; all ages. Notable: the Netherlands’ flagship arts festival, presenting cutting-edge international and Dutch productions in venues across the capital. [Source]
Jun 12–Aug 30 Rembrandt & Life (Rembrandt House) The Rembrandt House Museum presents ‘Rembrandt & Life,’ running 12 June to 30 August. Ticketed; all ages. Notable: a focused exhibition at the master’s former home and studio in the Jodenbreestraat, offering insight into Rembrandt’s world in the very house where he lived and worked. [Source]
from Jun 19 Ed van der Elsken photography (Rijksmuseum) The Rijksmuseum stages a major exhibition of photographer Ed van der Elsken, running 19 June to 13 September. Ticketed; all ages. Notable: a celebration of the Dutch ‘enfant terrible’ of photography, whose raw, intimate images of post-war street life are presented at the nation’s flagship museum. [Source]
Jun 5–Oct 25 Carel Visser sculpture (Rijksmuseum Garden) An open-air exhibition of Carel Visser’s sculpture fills the Rijksmuseum Garden from 5 June to 25 October. Free (garden access); family-friendly. Notable: monumental works by the leading Dutch sculptor displayed amid the museum’s formal gardens, blending modern art with green public space. [Source]
Jun 19–28 Open Garden Days (canal house gardens) Privately owned canal houses normally closed to the public open their historic gardens for visits over 19-28 June. Ticketed; all ages. Notable: a rare chance to step behind the façades of Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed canal ring and explore hidden gardens usually off-limits to visitors. [Source]

City News in Amsterdam – last 14 days

Date Category Headline Details
2026-05-22 Local politics Amsterdam coalition talks continue as parties jockey for position Amsterdam’s coalition negotiations continued amid the usual political manoeuvring, with city parties positioning ahead of a new administration. Het Parool reported on the lighter side of the talks, including a padel match between negotiators. The process will shape the direction of the capital’s government on housing, mobility and other pressing local issues. [Source]
2026-05-22 Public safety Man, 68, in wheelchair killed after being pulled by passing train A 68-year-old man in a wheelchair died after being pulled toward the tracks by the suction of a passing train, Het Parool reported. The accident prompted renewed attention to platform safety, particularly for wheelchair users and vulnerable passengers. Authorities were examining the circumstances of the incident at the station. [Source]
2026-05-22 Retail & labour Dozens of Gall & Gall shops stay shut amid strike, says union FNV Dozens of Gall & Gall liquor stores across the Netherlands, including in Amsterdam, remained closed due to a strike, according to trade union FNV. The industrial action disrupted the well-known retail chain. The dispute centres on pay and conditions, part of broader labour unrest in the Dutch retail sector. [Source]
2026-05-22 Crime Netherlands a key link in illegal birds-of-prey trade, two Italians fined The Netherlands is an important hub in the illegal trade of birds of prey, after two Italian nationals were each fined €15,000 for smuggling rare raptors and other animals through the country. The case highlighted the role of Dutch transit routes, including Schiphol, in wildlife trafficking and prompted calls for tougher enforcement. [Source]
2026-05-22 Business ING staff facing job cuts to miss out on pension top-ups ING staff who lose their jobs in the bank’s current reorganisation will miss out on thousands of euros in pension top-ups, DutchNews reported. The Amsterdam-headquartered lender’s restructuring affects employees’ retirement benefits. Unions raised concerns over the impact on staff as the bank streamlines its workforce. [Source]
2026-05-22 National politics Minister demands answers from councils failing to house asylum seekers Dutch asylum minister Bart van den Brink is demanding answers from local councils that are not providing enough beds for asylum seekers. The pressure reflects the national strain over refugee accommodation. The standoff between central government and municipalities continues to shape the politically charged debate over housing in the Netherlands. [Source]
2026-05-22 Football Ajax and FC Utrecht to meet for the last Dutch European ticket Ajax and FC Utrecht will meet in the final Dutch play-off for a place in the Conference League play-offs next season, after both won their matches. The decider carries European stakes for Amsterdam’s Ajax. The fixture is a key moment at the end of the Dutch football season, with continental qualification on the line. [Source]
2026-05-22 Health Sexually transmitted infections rising sharply across Europe Sexually transmitted infections reached record levels across Europe in 2024, according to the European disease control agency, with cases rising sharply. The trend has implications for public health in the Netherlands, including Amsterdam. Health authorities urged testing and prevention as infection rates climb across the continent. [Source]
2026-05-21 Society Solidarity demonstration in Utrecht backs refugees after unrest After unrest in Loosdrecht, an activist coalition organised a solidarity demonstration in nearby Utrecht in support of refugees, arguing that asylum centres belong in communities. The counter-protest reflected deep divisions in the Netherlands over refugee reception. Organisers sought to present a positive message amid tensions over asylum policy. [Source]

Sources: AmsterdamTips, I amsterdam, AmsterdamTips, Amsterdam Experience, NRC, DutchNews, NRC, NRC


Originally published: 2026-05-22T08:20:13.343719



City News in Amsterdam – last 14 days

Date Category Headline Details
2026-05-22 General Blackbird gaat de confrontatie aan met eenzaamheid: ‘Ik wilde echt schreeuwen: zien jullie mij nog?’ Merel Koman brak als Blackbird door met americana en country. Op haar nieuwe album kiest ze voor popsongs met glinsterende synthesizers. Het opgewekte geluid contrasteert met de zwaardere teksten. „Het was heftig om deze kant te laten horen, alsof ik iets verzwegen had.” (via NRC) [Source]
2026-05-22 General Sexually transmitted infections are rising sharply in Europe The number of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) reached record levels in Europe in 2024, the European Centre for Disease Prevention… (via DutchNews) [Source]
2026-05-22 General Pubers – je ziet de frontale cortex achter hun ogen bonzen, alles aan dat lichaam bot uit Ik herinner me van mijn middelbareschooltijd de lange fietstochten over de dijk, met mijn vriendin Martha met wie ik zo vaak en hard moest lachen dat we, gierend over onze sturen… (via NRC) [Source]
2026-05-22 General Minister wants answers from councils with no refugee housing Asylum minister Bart van den Brink is demanding local councils which are not providing enough beds for asylum seekers explain… (via DutchNews) [Source]
2026-05-22 General Ajax and Utrecht win, and now play for last European ticket Ajax and FC Utrecht will meet in the final Dutch play-off for a place in Conference League play-offs next season… (via DutchNews) [Source]
2026-05-22 General Hebben museumbezoekers in België genoeg van de Eerste Wereldoorlog? Het Vlaamse In Flanders Fields Museum was tussen 2014 en 2018 een van de drukstbezochte Eerste Wereldoorlogmusea. Daarna daalden de bezoekersaantallen sterk, de huidige indringende tentoonstelling over Belgische vluchtelingen verandert daar weinig aan. Toch beschouwt de directeur de dip als tijdelijk. (via NRC) [Source]
2026-05-22 General Een eigen sociaal medium: het begin van een journalistieke zoektocht Het technieuws van deze week ging over de rechtszaak tussen Musk en Altman. Ik vond het fascinerend én onbevredigend, want over de inhoud ging het vrijwel niet. Hoe gaan we het daar dan wel over hebben? Ik heb een voorstel. (via NRC) [Source]
2026-05-22 General Tientallen winkels van Gall & Gall blijven dicht door staking, zegt FNV (via Het Parool Amsterdam) [Source]
2026-05-22 General <em>Mijn rekenkracht, mijn regels. </em>Waarom ik een eigen sociaal medium wil opzetten Ooit maakten sociale media het leven van NRC-redacteur Marloes de Koning leuker en makkelijker, maar die tijd is voorbij. Nu heeft ze behoefte aan een alternatief. Dus gaat ze proberen een server op te zetten, een plek waar software kan draaien voor een eigen socialemediaplatform. [Source]
2026-05-22 General Wetenschappelijk aantonen dat muziek vroeger beter was: kan dat? Onderzoekers die muziek wiskundig onderzoeken vinden dat de liedjes in de loop van de eeuwen steeds minder complex zijn geworden. Maar wat zegt dat over de kwaliteit? (via NRC) [Source]
2026-05-22 General Heeft de Formule 1 zichzelf kapot vernieuwd? Het is crisis in de Formule 1. Nieuwe regels hebben volgens fans de ziel uit het racen gehaald. Max Verstappen dreigt zelfs op te stappen. (via NRC) [Source]
2026-05-22 General Hester (56) en Yara (25): ‘Yara was ook een heel eigenzinnig meisje, op haar derde liep ze een halfjaar rond met een duikbril op haar hoofd’ (via Het Parool Amsterdam) [Source]
2026-05-22 General Aan Zet (via NRC) [Source]
2026-05-22 General Koprol (via NRC) [Source]

Sources: NRC, DutchNews, NRC, DutchNews, DutchNews, NRC, NRC, Het Parool Amsterdam


Originally published: 2026-05-12T15:36:05.938885



Current Events in Amsterdam in May

Date Title Details
2026‑05‑08 TAPT Festival Amsterdam Oost 2026 Flevopark, Amsterdam Oost; 17:00–23:00; ticket price varies; all ages/family‑friendly; features beer, wine, cocktails, food, music and games. [Source]
2026‑05‑09 Music On Festival 2026 Middenmeer (open‑lucht); 11:00–23:00; ticket price varies; 18+; international DJs performing house, techno and electronic music. [Source]
2026‑05‑13 Het Weekend van de Rollende Keukens Westerpark; 12:00–23:00; ticket price free; family‑friendly; food trucks with international dishes and live music. [Source]
2026‑05‑16 Bijlmer Run Nelson Mandelapark; 14:00–22:00; ticket price varies; family‑friendly; combines running with culture, music and community spirit. [Source]
2026‑05‑22 Harry Styles Johan Cruijff Arena; start time evening (approx 19:00); ticket price from €40; general audience; headliner Harry Styles (Together Together tour). [Source]

City News in Amsterdam – last 14 days

Date Category Headline Details
2026-05-05 Public transport updates GVB launches €391 million tender for 75 new trams Amsterdam’s public transport operator GVB has initiated a procurement worth €391 million to acquire 75 modern trams to replace 11G and 12G fleet, with contract expected by end of 2027 and first units entering service in 2032, funded by Vervoerregio Amsterdam, as reported by Railway News. [Source]
2026-04–May Cultural events “Rembrandt’s Masterclass” etching workshop running through May A workshop at Museum Rembrandthuis called “Etching at Rembrandt’s Home” runs from 19 April to 3 May 2026, offering participants aged six and up a 1.5‑hour session to create their own drypoint etchings, with two prints to take home, priced at €9.95 (or €2.50 with city pass), held in workshop space De Vierde, Jodenbreestraat, per museum’s schedule. [Source]
2026-04–May Cultural events New ENTR VR‑museum opening on 21 May Amsterdam will host the Netherlands’ first VR museum opening 21 May 2026 at Oosterdokskade, a 2 000 m² interactive space where visitors explore 1652 Amsterdam via immersive VR; the facility includes café, event and education zones. Tickets €18.50, aims to bring history to life, backed by Rabobank and KPN, according to Emerce. [Source]

Sources: Gemeente Amsterdam, Amsterdamian, Ticketle.nl, Railway News, Rembrandthuis official site, Emerce


Originally published: 2026-04-29T17:02:34.453819



Current Events in Amsterdam in May

Date Title Details
May 2–3 IJ‑Hallen Flea Market Amsterdam Noord, 09:00–16:30, free, all‑ages; one of Europe’s largest flea markets with hundreds of vintage, antique and collectible stalls.
May 3 Sunday Market Westergas, 12:00–18:00, free, family‑friendly; fashion, design, arts and food stalls set in a creative park atmosphere.
May 4 Remembrance Day (Dodenherdenking) Dam Square, starting 20:00, free, all‑ages; national ceremony with two minutes of silence at the National Monument.
May 5 Liberation Day Museumplein, daytime, free, all‑ages; large festival celebrating the 1945 liberation with music, poetry and speeches.
May 13–17 Rolling Kitchens Westerpark, daytime to evening, free, all‑ages; 18th edition of the food truck and live music festival with dozens of mobile kitchens.
May 21–25 Fête du Champagne Festival Rembrandtpark, around 12:00–22:00, ticketed, adults; wine and champagne‑themed event with French food and live music.
May 22–23 European Open (Excel Esports) Amsterdam (venue TBA), daytime, free?, all‑ages; live Excel esports tournament with competitors solving cases under time pressure.

City News in Amsterdam – last 14 days

Date Category Headline Details
2026-04-27 Public transport updates No trams in inner city and adjusted routes on King’s Day On King’s Day Monday 27 April, inner‑city trams (lines 2, 4, 14, 17, 24) do not run or follow adjusted routes; RAI and Science Park stations closed all day; Amstelveenseweg and Europaplein metro stations close at 18:00; extra evening ferry services F3 and F4 until midnight, reported by Gemeente Amsterdam.
2026-04-24 Cultural events Full day‑out agenda on 28 April with museums and ARTIS open On Tuesday 28 April, cultural institutions including Rijksmuseum, NEMO Science Museum and ARTIS are open city‑wide from Museumplein to NDSM‑werf, offering ample options for residents and visitors to spend the day, as highlighted by amsterdamlokaal.nl.
2026-04-17 Infrastructure / traffic Heavy traffic disruption in Amsterdam‑Noord until 27 April Amsterdam‑Noord faces significant traffic disruption continuing until Monday 27 April, as announced on 17 April by Gemeente Amsterdam, urging drivers to expect delays and follow diversion signage.
2026-04-16 Infrastructure / traffic Overtoomsesluis bridge closed for vehicles and trams The Overtoomsesluis bridge is fully closed to cars, trucks and trams from 24 April to 4 May, necessitating alternative routes, as stated by Gemeente Amsterdam on 16 April.


Originally published: 2026-03-24T12:58:42.379720



Current Events in Amsterdam in March

Date Title Details
March 19 Keukenhof Gardens Opening Venue: Keukenhof Gardens (Lisse just outside Amsterdam); start time: opens 08:00 AM; ticket price: €22–€25; audience: family‑friendly; one notable specific: expansive tulip and daffodil displays marking the start of flower season.
March 19 Tulip Festival Amsterdam Venue: 100+ locations citywide; start time: all day; ticket price: free; audience: family‑friendly; one notable specific: city‑wide installations of tulips integrated into daily life.
March 18–29 Roze Filmdagen Venue: various venues across Amsterdam; start time: varies by screening; ticket price: varies; audience: diverse (LGBTQ+); one notable specific: longest‑running LGBTQ+ film festival in the Netherlands.
March 25–29 CineDans Fest Venue: EYE Filmmuseum (Amsterdam Noord); start time: varies by screening/workshop; ticket price: varies; audience: all ages interested in dance and film; one notable specific: international ‘dance on screen’ festival.
March 26–29 Amsterdam Wine Festival Venue: Kromhouthal (Amsterdam Noord); start time: varies; ticket price: starts from €18.50; audience: adults (18+); one notable specific: over 300 types of wines with workshops and live music.
March 13–22 Kaboom Animation Festival Venue: various cinemas in Amsterdam; start time: varies; ticket price: varies; audience: family‑friendly and animation enthusiasts; one notable specific: cutting‑edge films from experimental art‑house to colorful stories.

City News in Amsterdam – last 14 days

Date Category Headline Details
2026-03-04 Public transport updates Engineering works disrupt trains via Amsterdam Central Scheduled engineering works on 7–8 March resulted in no or fewer trains running from/to/via Amsterdam Central; replacement buses and metro services operated with extended travel times and additional transfers. Announcement issued by NS on 4 March 2026.
2026-03‑04 Public transport updates GVB announces new timetable effective 29 March GVB will implement a renewed public transport timetable starting Sunday 29 March, adjusting routes and frequencies for several tram lines (1,3,6,7,12,24,25), multiple bus lines including night services N86/N87, introducing new routes and ceasing some line numbers though not coverage, aiming to improve evening and weekend service.


Originally published: 2026-03-02T09:41:21.649444



Current Events in Amsterdam in March

Date Title Details
March 5–8 NOCKNOCK Art Fair Held at Kromhouthal in Amsterdam Noord; warehouse‑style accessible art fair opening evening through weekend afternoons; ticketed; attracts young buyers and emerging artists; showcases 180 artists and live “Art on the Catwalk” performances.
March 7–8 IJ‑Hallen Europe’s largest flea market at NDSM wharf in Amsterdam Noord; weekend event from morning into afternoon; free entry; ideal for bargain hunters and vintage lovers; over 500 stands of antiques, clothing, home goods.
March 7 IamExpat Fair One‑day fair at Beurs van Berlage in city centre, 10:00–17:00; free workshops and presentations; free entry; for expats meeting service providers and networking; connects internationals with local businesses.
March 6–15 Opera Forward Festival Across multiple venues (Dutch National Opera, Muziekgebouw aan ’t IJ, Frascati); experimental opera and talks; ticketed; attracts both opera lovers and newcomers; features Michel van der Aa’s “Theory of Flames” and other new commissions.
March 15 Museum Market Museumplein, 10:00–18:00; market with stalls of art & design, crafts, jewellery, food; free entry; family‑friendly; designers and collectors sell directly.
March 18–29 Roze Filmdagen Various venues across Amsterdam; multiple daily queer‑themed screenings, documentaries, shorts; ticketed; inclusive, diverse audiences; longest‑running LGBTQ+ film festival in the Netherlands.
March 19 Keukenhof Gardens In Lisse (near Amsterdam); opens daily from 08:00; ticketed (€22‑25); family‑friendly; world‑famous landscaped tulip gardens opening for spring bloom.
March 26–29 Amsterdam Wine Festival At Kromhouthal; tastings, workshops, live music, cuisine; ticketed; for adults (18+ likely); features over 300 wines and expert‑led masterclasses.

City News in Amsterdam – last 14 days

Date Category Headline Details
2026-02-03 Local Government / Economy Province questions Amsterdam’s 2035 cruise ship ban amid lack of consultation Noord‑Holland Province raised concerns on Feb 3 2026 that Amsterdam’s plan to ban sea cruise ships by 2035 lacked stakeholder consultation, including with the province; airport‐region parties note recent €1 billion lock and shore power investments at PTA; talks to follow between province, ministries, water authorities, municipalities and industry, according to NL Times and ANP.
2026-02-21 Local Government / Tourism Amsterdam plans to cap cruise ship arrivals to curb emissions and overtourism On Feb 21 2026 Amsterdam announced limiting annual sea cruise visits to 100 from 2026, cutting river cruises to 1,150 by 2028 (from 2,125 in 2023); targeting reduced CO₂ emissions and tourist overcrowding; transport affected by new bridge construction; €85 million estimated cost for terminal relocation; decision pending post‑March election, reported by El País.
2026-02-02 Environmental Policy Amsterdam to become first capital to ban fossil fuel and meat advertising Amsterdam City Council approved on Feb 2 2026 a municipal ordinance banning advertisements for fossil fuels, meat and high‑polluting services in public spaces from May 1 2026; applies to streets, subways, stations, bus shelters; aims to reduce climate impact; ninth Dutch municipality to adopt such ban, said Voz.
2026-01‑22 Transportation / Infrastructure Tram network changes scheduled for March 2026 GVB’s Jaarplan for 2026 mandates from Mar 29 2026 the extension of Tram 25 from Zuid to Muiderpoort, rerouting Line 24 via Leidseplein to Centraal, and elimination of Line 3 (15,000 daily riders) redistributed to Lines 7, 12, 24 and 25; impacts 30 percent of former Line 3 users, as per transport plan.


Originally published: 2026-02-12T10:17:10.866696



Current Events in Amsterdam in February

Date Title Details
2026-02-17 Lunar New Year Chinatown (Zeedijk area), starts afternoon into evening, free, family‑friendly, features dragon and lion dances and parade.
2026-02-21 Chocolate Festival Amsterdam Beurs van Berlage, city centre, runs daytime over two days, ticketed, family‑friendly, includes tastings and workshops.
2026-02-21 Art On Paper Amsterdam De Kromhouthal, north Amsterdam, daytime fair 12‑15 Feb, ticketed, all ages, focuses on artworks made with paper mediums.
2026-02-21 Huishoudbeurs 2026 RAI Amsterdam, daytime expo 21–28 Feb, ticketed, general audience, features 300 home‑related brands.
2026-02-14 Amsterdam: Barbie Dream Experience Barbie The Dream Experience venue, starts 09:30 onwards, ticketed, family‑friendly, immersive Barbie‑themed exhibit.
2026-02-14 Shadowprint with Pan‑Pot, Bart Skils, Weska, Boris Werner Basisweg 63, evening/night from 22:00, ticketed, 18+, electronic music night.

City News in Amsterdam – last 14 days

Date Category Headline Details
2026-01-22 Local government / Legislation Amsterdam city council bans fossil‑fuel and meat advertising statewide On 22 January 2026, the Amsterdam city council approved a binding ordinance prohibiting advertising for fossil‑fuel products (e.g. flights, petrol cars, gas heating) and meat in public spaces including trams and stations. The vote passed 27‑17, with full enforcement starting 1 May; corporate branding remains allowed until contract expiry in 2028. (DeSmog)
2026-02-04 Cultural / Infrastructure project Decision to build new Bijlmer Parktheater on Anton de Komplein On 4 February 2026, the college of mayor and alderpersons decided to build a new Bijlmer Parktheater at Anton de Komplein. The facility will include multiple theatre halls, rehearsal rooms and horeca facilities, aimed at enhancing cultural infrastructure in Zuidoost. (Gemeente Amsterdam)
2026-02-03 Cultural / Education Extra investment in OBA Next and youth facilities in Zuidoost On 3 February 2026, it was announced that financing for OBA Next in Kraaiennest is secured. Opening is targeted for 2030, and interim investments will fund extra youth and neighbourhood amenities. (Gemeente Amsterdam)
2026-02-03 Cultural / Identity Amsterdam to create Walk of Pride from Dam to Homomonument On 3 February 2026, Amsterdam announced a new Walk of Pride: a route from Dam to Homomonument featuring dozens of tiles engraved with names of international LGBTIQ+ heroes, supporting awareness and inclusion. (Gemeente Amsterdam)
2026‑02‑02 Education ‘Familieschool’ concept also successful in secondary schools On 2 February 2026, a press release noted that the Familieschool model, previously applied in primary education, is now proving successful at secondary schools in Amsterdam, suggesting scalable educational benefits across age groups. (Gemeente Amsterdam)
2026‑02‑04 Local government / Energy / Infrastructure College approves 2,500‑home sustainable heating subsidy and regional heat plans On 4 February 2026, the B&W college agreed to a knowledge agenda to strengthen collaboration with major urban research institutions, approved intent with Energie Beheer Nederland and Alliander for regional district heating collaboration, and endorsed subsidy revisions expected to bring sustainable heating solutions to about 2,500 homes. (Gemeente Amsterdam)
2026‑02‑04 Public transport / Development New GVB service schedule increases service by 4 % from March As reported recently, GVB’s new timetable taking effect 29 March 2026 will expand public transport services by about 4 %, with eventual high‑quality corridor upgrades. This stems from a new contract extending GVB’s operation through 2036. (Railway Supply / NL Times)



Current Events in Amsterdam in February

Date Title Details
2026‑02‑12 to 2026‑02‑15 Art On Paper Amsterdam At De Kromhouthal in Amsterdam Noord; start time varies per day; ticket price not listed; suitable for general audiences; features paper‑based artworks—drawings, watercolours, collage—from contemporary artists.
2026‑02‑14 Boom Chicago: A Very Special Valentine’s Day At Boom Chicago, Rozengracht; shows at 12:00, 18:00 and 22:15; ticket price varies; suitable for adults and couples; includes comedy, welcome bubbles and optional food packages.
2026‑02‑17 Lunar New Year In Chinatown (Zeedijk, Nieuwmarkt and Dam Square); celebrations starting in evening; free; for all audiences; includes dragon and lion dances and fireworks to welcome Year of the Fire Horse.
2026‑02‑21 to 2026‑02‑22 Chocolate Festival Amsterdam At Beurs van Berlage in Centrum; times vary across two days; tickets required; for all audiences including families; features tastings, workshops and hot chocolate public jury.

City News in Amsterdam – last 14 days

Date Category Headline Details
2026-01-15 Infrastructure / Public Transport New sustainable ferry contract secured The City of Amsterdam and GVB Veren signed a new contract on 15 January 2026 ensuring safe, reliable and increasingly sustainable ferries over the IJ and North Sea Canal from 2026 to 2036, guaranteeing operation for at least 99 percent of scheduled hours and considering temporary rental of an extra ferry to accommodate growing passenger numbers, per Gemeente Amsterdam.
2026-01-22 Local Government / Environment Amsterdam bans fossil fuel and meat advertising On 22 January 2026, the city council voted 27–17 to enact a first‑in‑the‑world ban on advertising fossil fuels (flights, petrol/diesel vehicles, gas heating) and meat in public spaces, including on public transport vehicles and stations; measure takes effect from 1 May 2026, reported via SEJ and council sources.
2026-01-26 Local Government / Environment Amsterdam to ban cruise ships by 2035 Council officials revealed on 26 January 2026 a plan to phase out ocean cruise ship arrivals by 2035 instead of relocating the cruise terminal; immediate cap on sea cruises set at 100 per year from 2026, and river cruises to drop to ~1,150 visits annually by 2028, according to NL Times and Dutch News.
2026-02-03 Local Government / Regional Politics Province questions 2035 cruise ship ban On 3 February 2026, the Province of Noord‑Holland criticized Amsterdam’s cruise‑ship ban plan, citing a lack of stakeholder consultation, including the province which co-funded key infrastructure; provincial executive Esther Rommel is initiating talks. Amsterdam currently limits sea cruises to 100 per year and is enforcing shore‑power use from 2027, per NL Times.
2026-02-05 Economy / Local Business Municipal taxes and fees rise in 2026 Dutch municipalities are raising local taxes and fees by 6.5 percent in 2026; in Amsterdam, property tax increases ~5.5 percent, parking fees rise 8.8 percent, tourist tax up 9 percent. Amsterdam contributes over 42 percent of national tourist‑tax revenue, per Dutch Brief.


Originally published: 2026-02-06T16:41:22.245577

Current Events in Amsterdam in February

Date Title Details
2026‑02‑12 to 2026‑02‑15 Art On Paper Amsterdam At De Kromhouthal in Amsterdam Noord; start time varies per day; ticket price not listed; suitable for general audiences; features paper‑based artworks—drawings, watercolours, collage—from contemporary artists.
2026‑02‑14 Boom Chicago: A Very Special Valentine’s Day At Boom Chicago, Rozengracht; shows at 12:00, 18:00 and 22:15; ticket price varies; suitable for adults and couples; includes comedy, welcome bubbles and optional food packages.
2026‑02‑17 Lunar New Year In Chinatown (Zeedijk, Nieuwmarkt and Dam Square); celebrations starting in evening; free; for all audiences; includes dragon and lion dances and fireworks to welcome Year of the Fire Horse.
2026‑02‑21 to 2026‑02‑22 Chocolate Festival Amsterdam At Beurs van Berlage in Centrum; times vary across two days; tickets required; for all audiences including families; features tastings, workshops and hot chocolate public jury.

City News in Amsterdam – last 14 days

Amsterdam bans fossil fuel and meat advertising Amsterdam to ban cruise ships by 2035 Province questions 2035 cruise ship ban Municipal taxes and fees rise in 2026
Date Category Headline Details
2026-01-15 Infrastructure / Public Transport New sustainable ferry contract secured The City of Amsterdam and GVB Veren signed a new contract on 15 January 2026 ensuring safe, reliable and increasingly sustainable ferries over the IJ and North Sea Canal from 2026 to 2036, guaranteeing operation for at least 99 percent of scheduled hours and considering temporary rental of an extra ferry to accommodate growing passenger numbers, per Gemeente Amsterdam.
2026-01-22 Local Government / Environment On 22 January 2026, the city council voted 27–17 to enact a first‑in‑the‑world ban on advertising fossil fuels (flights, petrol/diesel vehicles, gas heating) and meat in public spaces, including on public transport vehicles and stations; measure takes effect from 1 May 2026, reported via SEJ and council sources.
2026-01-26 Local Government / Environment Council officials revealed on 26 January 2026 a plan to phase out ocean cruise ship arrivals by 2035 instead of relocating the cruise terminal; immediate cap on sea cruises set at 100 per year from 2026, and river cruises to drop to ~1,150 visits annually by 2028, according to NL Times and Dutch News.
2026-02-03 Local Government / Regional Politics On 3 February 2026, the Province of Noord‑Holland criticized Amsterdam’s cruise‑ship ban plan, citing a lack of stakeholder consultation, including the province which co-funded key infrastructure; provincial executive Esther Rommel is initiating talks. Amsterdam currently limits sea cruises to 100 per year and is enforcing shore‑power use from 2027, per NL Times.
2026-02-05 Economy / Local Business Dutch municipalities are raising local taxes and fees by 6.5 percent in 2026; in Amsterdam, property tax increases ~5.5 percent, parking fees rise 8.8 percent, tourist tax up 9 percent. Amsterdam contributes over 42 percent of national tourist‑tax revenue, per Dutch Brief.


Originally published: 2026-01-26T12:30:09.718418

Current Events in Amsterdam in January

Date Title Details
January 17, 2026 National Tulip Day A pop‑up tulip garden at Dam Square opens 13:00, free to all, family‑friendly, organized by Tulip Promotion Netherlands with tulip bulbs for picking.
January 18, 2026 Amsterdam Light Festival Light installations along historic canals in city centre, evenings likely 17:00‑22:00 or 23:00, free or ticketed depending on format, suitable for all ages, featuring international artists.
January 22–25, 2026 Jumping Amsterdam International show‑jumping and dressage at RAI Convention Centre in Amsterdam Centre, daytime and evening sessions, ticketed, animal lovers and sports fans, includes World Cup classes.
January 24–25, 2026 IJ‑Hallen Flea Market Large indoor flea market at NDSM‑Plein, weekends 09:00‑16:30, free entry, casual shoppers, one of Europe’s biggest flea markets.
January 24–25, 2026 The Maker Market Handmade goods market in De Hallen (covered passage), 11:00‑17:00, free, design‑curious visitors, featuring local artisans and small‑scale producers.

City News in Amsterdam – last 14 days

Amsterdam plans to ban ocean cruises by 2035 Jan Dibbets exhibition opens in Amsterdam Rijksmuseum plans new sculpture garden City Offices temporarily stop appointments Train services to Schiphol and region suspended NS resumes limited train services Storm Anna disrupts Schiphol flights
Date Category Headline Details
2026-01-25 Public Transport / Safety Amsterdam plans to ban fatbikes in parks On 25 January, the city transport head Melanie van der Horst announced a ban on thick‑tyred electric bicycles (“fatbikes”) in parks like Vondelpark, citing approximately 5,000 injury cases annually among riders, notably youth aged 12‑15; the ban is aimed at curbing speed‑modified fatbikes and may include helmet rules for minors by 2027, as reported by The Guardian.
2026-01-23 Local Government / Environment Amsterdam bans fossil fuel and meat advertising On 22 January the city council approved a legally binding ban (27‑17 vote) on public advertising for high‑carbon products such as flights, petrol cars, gas heating and meat in public spaces—including buses, trams, metro and train stations—from 1 May 2026; the ban establishes Amsterdam as the first capital to enact such measures through local law, according to DeSmog.
2026-01-22 Local Government / Tourism On 22 January, Deputy Mayor Hester Van Buren outlined a plan to phase out ocean cruises by 2035 due to concerns over emissions and overtourism, foregoing a costly relocation of the cruise terminal and projecting a revenue loss of €54 million over 30 years, to be offset by redevelopment of Veemkade industrial area and Coenhaven port, per People.
2026-01-22 Culture / Exhibitions From 23 January the H’ART Museum in Amsterdam is hosting “Jan Dibbets 1966‑1976 — Toward Another Photography,” the first major Amsterdam show of the artist since 1972, running until 5 April and tracing his shift from painting to conceptual and land art through archival documents, per Kunsti.art listings.
2026-01-14 Culture / Museums On 13 January, the Rijksmuseum announced intentions to open a new sculpture garden featuring works by Henry Moore, Alberto Giacometti and Louise Bourgeois, funded by the Don Quixote Foundation with long‑term loans, aiming for an autumn 2026 opening, as noted on Wikipedia’s Rijksmuseum entry.
2026-01-08 Government Services Published 8 January, city residents were informed that appointments at municipal City Offices would be unavailable for a few days in January and February 2026, affecting access to services before resuming as scheduled, according to the City of Amsterdam news page.
2026-01-05 Public Transport On 5 January, NS suspended all train services across the Amsterdam region—leaving Schiphol Airport unreachable—due to switch failures from heavy snow, causing widespread disruption and no clear recovery timeline, as reported by DutchReview.
2026-01-06 Public Transport On 6 January, NS resumed winter‑timetable train services at around 10:00 a.m., though Amsterdam remained on a very limited schedule due to persistent switch failures; ProRail repair work was hampered by freezing weather, per NL Times.
2026-01-05 Weather / Transport In early January, Storm Anna dumped 7–15 cm of snow and gusts up to 90 km/h, canceling over 325 flights and delaying about 635 at Schiphol Airport, with KLM canceling roughly 30 % of its schedule due to runway capacity issues and suspended ground operations, according to the European windstorm season report.


Originally published: 2026-01-16T20:44:41.849510

Current Events in Amsterdam in January

Date Title Details
January 16–30 Amsterdam Light Festival City centre canals, begins at 17:00 (ends 22:00–23:00 depending on day); free to walk or paid canal cruise available; family‑friendly; features 20 light artworks by international artists.
January 17 National Tulip Day Museumplein (or Dam Square), from around 13:00; free; family‑friendly; visitors can pick free tulips from a garden of approx. 200,000 blooms.
January 22–25 Jumping Amsterdam RAI Convention Centre, city centre; times vary each day; ticketed (price varies); suitable for sports and culture enthusiasts; hosts world‑class show‑jumping and dressage competition.
January 24–25 IJ‑Hallen Flea Market NDSM‑Plein (North Amsterdam), 09:00–16:30; free entry; all‑ages; one of Europe’s largest flea markets with vintage, curios and household items.
January 24–25 The Maker Market De Hallen Amsterdam, weekends 11:00–17:00; free entry; family‑friendly; local designers and artisans sell handmade goods like ceramics, jewellery and prints.
January 18 Museum Market Museumplein, 10:00–18:00; free entry; family‑friendly; local artists and designers offer crafts, food and live music against museum backdrop.

City News in Amsterdam – last 14 days

Date Category Headline Details
2026-01-01 Public safety / Cultural heritage Fire devastates Vondelkerk tower In the early hours of New Year’s Day, a fire destroyed the tower and partially collapsed the nave of the Vondelkerk near Vondelpark. Residents were evacuated due to heavy smoke. Surveyors confirmed full restoration is feasible, and experts are considering reconstruction. Reported by NOS, RTL Nieuws and NL Times.
2026-01-05 Transport / Weather disruption Severe winter weather halts NS and disrupts Schiphol On 5 January, heavy snow and frozen rail switches led to hundreds of flight cancellations at Schiphol and temporary shutdown of NS train services. Services resumed gradually. KNMI issued code orange warnings nationwide.
2026-01-06 Public transport update GVB warns of possible delays amid winter weather GVB confirmed metros, trams and buses will run on 7 January but warned full schedule is not guaranteed due to worsening weather. ‘Night rider’ trams will run without passengers to de-ice tracks overnight; additional road and bridge de-icing measures are in place.
2026-01-05 Education / Public service Sexual Assault Centre expands hours Starting 12 January 2026, the City’s Sexual Assault Centre will be open daily from 09:00 to 21:00 to improve access to care for victims. Announced by the municipal government.
2026-01-05 Local government / Urban planning City outlines 2026 changes for Amsterdam On 5 January, Amsterdam published 2026 plans including mandatory waste lessons in all 260 primary schools, phasing out fixed bulky waste collection in several districts, free food-waste bins in Noord, plus trials of floating bins in the Wallen and new litter bin designs citywide.
2026-01-05 Infrastructure / Housing Housing benefit, second-home permit, and social housing trial launch From 1 January, more households qualify for housing benefit, a permit is required for second homes, and a six-month trial offers 100 social rented homes without priority rules. Announced in municipal 2026 measures.
2026-01-05 Infrastructure / Construction Major construction projects move forward in 2026 City plans include completion of climate-neutral Houthavens (~2,700 homes) and Strandeiland (new neighbourhood) with first residents moving in, plus construction of 1,361 homes in Amstel III and start of Eleven Square tower mid-year.


Originally published: 2026-01-07T10:03:29.426380

Current Events in Amsterdam in January

Date Title Details
January 9 New Year’s Recital at Westerkerk Westerkerk, central Amsterdam, 20:00 start, free, audience: all ages, notable organist Evan Bogerd performing Bach, Buxtehude and Wagner.
January 10 André Rieu Ziggo Dome, Amsterdam, 19:00 start, paid tickets, audience: all ages, notable: Johan Strauss Orchestra led by André Rieu.
January 17 National Tulip Day Museumplein, Amsterdam, starts 13:00, free, family‑friendly, notable: around 200,000 tulips available to pick.
January 17 Stroopwafel International Pauper Tour Stayokay Hostel, Amsterdam‑Oost, doors open 09:00 start 10:00, ticket €40, audience: gaming community, notable prize pool €1,000 and buffet lunch.
January 22–25 Jumping Amsterdam RAI Convention Centre, Amsterdam, daily schedule varies, paid tickets, audience: equestrian and family‑friendly, notable: World Cup show‑jumping and dressage.
From January 21 Amsterdam Dinner Cruise Amsterdam canals, 19:30 start, paid tickets, audience: all ages, notable: 120 minute evening cruise with four‑course meal and drinks.

City News in Amsterdam – last 14 days

Date Category Headline Details
2026-01-01 Public Safety / Infrastructure Historic Vondelkerk destroyed in New Year’s fire During New Year’s Eve chaos a fire engulfed the neo‑Gothic Vondelkerk near Vondelpark; its 164‑foot spire collapsed and only walls remain. Homes nearby were evacuated; fire took nearly 11 hours to control. Authorities are investigating, police and firefighters were among the targets of widespread violence including ~250 arrests. Reported by Reuters and People magazine.
2026-01-01 Public Safety / Health Two people killed in fireworks incidents amid New Year’s disorder On New Year’s Eve, a 38‑year‑old man in Aalsmeer and a 17‑year‑old boy in Nijmegen died due to fireworks. Additionally, three were seriously injured; ~250 arrests were made nationwide and emergency services faced unprecedented attacks during the final celebrations before a consumer fireworks ban. Reported by Reuters and People magazine.
2025-12-31 Local Government / Public Policy New year brings changes to fees, waste and subsidies As of 1 January 2026, most households in Amsterdam pay €15 less for waterschapsbelasting; bulky waste collection shifts to appointment‑based in parts of city; public transport and train fares rise by 3.86% and 6.5% respectively; hotel VAT jumps from 9% to 21%, raising total tax to one‑third of cost. Reported by AD.nl.
2025-12-31 Local Government / Housing Permit required for second homes and pilot social rental housing From 2026 a permit is mandatory to use a dwelling as a second home; a six‑month pilot starting 1 January will offer 100 social rental units via WoningNet without priority, for all registrants. Announced by Gemeente Amsterdam.
2025-12-31 Sustainability / Subsidies €2,500 subsidy for hybrid heat pumps From 1 January 2026 homeowners and housing corporations in Amsterdam and Weesp may claim an extra €2,500 subsidy for hybrid heat pumps, on top of national support, to stimulate sustainable heating. Announced by Gemeente Amsterdam.
2025-12-31 Infrastructure / Urban Development Major housing and building projects set for 2026 Construction begins in Zuidoost on new neighbourhood with city’s tallest tower; first residents move to Strandeiland; Houthavens completion expected; mid‑2026 kicks off Eleven Square with 145‑m 44‑storey tower; 1,361 homes start in Amstel III and 1,854 will be delivered. Reported by Gemeente Amsterdam.
2025-12-17 Local Government / Social Affairs Amsterdam adjusts housing cost support and tourism rules From 1 January 2026 the Wohnkostentoeslag adjusts: households with rent up to €932.93 now fully qualify. Also, the city proposes gradual tourist tax hikes, real‑estate reserve for Centre transformation and licensing for tourist retail to reduce overtourism. Reported by Gemeente Amsterdam.


Originally published: 2025-12-24T08:21:07.925302

Current Events in Amsterdam in December

Date Title Details
December 21 Funky Xmas Market Westergas (Westergas neighborhood), starts 12:00 ends 18:00, free, family‑friendly, includes live music and artisanal stalls.
December 21 Pure Markt – Wintermarkt Park Frankendael (Frankendael district), 11:00–17:00, free, family‑friendly, features local delicacies and cozy seating.
December 20–21 Maker Market – Christmas Edition De Hallen (De Hallen area), 11:00–17:00, free, family‑friendly, showcases creative handmade products and last‑minute gift ideas.
December 17 Candlelight Concert Portuguese Synagogue (Jewish Quarter), starts 19:30, ticket price not specified, likely 18+, features classical concert by candlelight.
December 17–January 4 Visit the Royal Palace Royal Palace on Dam Square (City Centre), opening times vary, children under 18 free, family‑friendly, offers audio tour and interactive story activities.
December 25–28 Holiday on Ice RAI Amsterdam (Europaplein district), runs through end of December, ticket price not specified, family‑friendly, features spectacular ice‑skating show with dazzling costumes and lighting.
December 31 New Year’s Eve Fireworks Museumplein and Amstel River bridges (City Centre), fires off at night (18:45 for children, midnight for main display), free, all‑ages, features light and electric firework show.

City News in Amsterdam – last 14 days

Date Category Headline Details
2025-12-15 Public transport updates NS launches biggest timetable change in years with 1,600 extra weekly trains On 15 December 2025 Dutch Railways (NS) added 1,600 trains weekly, restoring 15-minute services on key routes including Amsterdam Centraal–Weesp–Almere and introducing an Airport Sprinter every 7.5 minutes (Hoofddorp–Schiphol–Centraal) plus extended late‑night and Brussels Eurocity Direct services. During Christmas to New Year, schedules are reduced and New Year’s Eve trains stop by 20:00 (NS announced via Dutch Brief).
2025-12-11 Cultural event Rijksmuseum announces southern outpost in Eindhoven On 11 December 2025 the Rijksmuseum revealed plans for a 3,500 m² branch in Eindhoven, to be built over six to eight years near the River Dommel and the train station. Supported by Eindhoven city council and ASML, the initiative aims to improve access to parts of the collection and reduce overtourism in Amsterdam, which drew 2.5 million museum-goers last year (reported by The Guardian).
2025-12-11 Infrastructure projects Metro network changes decided for 2027 On 24 November 2025, Amsterdam Transport Authority confirmed that in December 2027 Line 53 will be discontinued and Line 50 rerouted to Gaasperplas. Van der Madeweg becomes a transfer hub; residents voiced opposition due to loss of direct routes (as noted in Wikipedia update drawing on local authority decision).
2025-12-11 Traffic changes Road closures scheduled for New Year’s in central areas On 11 December 2025 the City announced that multiple streets around Museumplein, Dam Square, IJburg and Sloterplas will be closed during New Year’s. Closures start 31 December from 18:00 and last to early 1 January; additionally, Museumplein area closes from 23 December to about 3 January to prepare and dismantle the site (per Gemeente Amsterdam).


Originally published: 2025-12-11T08:30:59.548353

Current Events in Amsterdam in December

Date Title Details
2025-12-13 Amsterdam Light Festival Along the canals (City center), nightly from dusk till late, free to enter, cultural experience; notable light installations by international artists
2025-12-13 Amsterdamse Winterparadijs RAI, Europaplein (RAI Amsterdam), day & evening until 2026‑01‑03, ticket price varies (indoor/outdoor winter festival), family‑friendly; includes Ferris wheel and après‑ski atmosphere
2025-12-14 Museum Market – Christmas Edition Museumplein, daytime, free entry, family‑friendly; local designers and festive crafts at an open‑air design market
2025-12-14 Le Temps Perdu Brocante Kerstmarkt Restaurant De Willem (location), daytime, free entry, family‑friendly; French‑inspired vintage Christmas market with food, wine & antique finds
2025-12-14 De Duurzame Ceuvel Kerstmarkt Amsterdam‑Noord, afternoon & evening, free entry, family‑friendly; eco‑friendly market with handmade crafts, green gifts and campfires
2025-12-21 Funky Xmas Market Westergas, Polonceaukade 27 (Westergas), midday to evening, free entry, family‑friendly; creative Sunday market with handmade gifts, live music and festive food
2025-12-21 Wintermarkt – Pure Markt Park Frankendael, late morning to afternoon, free entry, family‑friendly; outdoor market with local delicacies and cozy seating
2025-12-17 World Christmas Circus Royal Theatre Carré, daytime & evening until 2026‑01‑04, ticket price varies, family‑friendly; top-tier international circus performers
2025-12-11 to 2025-12-16 MASTERS EXPO Amsterdam RAI Amsterdam, during fair days, ticket price varies, 18+ or general audience; luxury & innovation fair featuring supercars, yachts, gastronomy and design concepts

City News in Amsterdam – last 14 days

Date Category Headline Details
2025-12-06 Infrastructure/Public Transport Closure of Parnassusweg and fewer trains at Amsterdam Zuid Station From 2025‑12‑06 01:00 to 2025‑12‑08 05:00, Parnassusweg is fully closed to traffic while construction continues on new metro platforms at Amsterdam Zuid station; trams continue to run, but fewer trains and metros operate due to restricted platform access, per the Zuidasdok programme disclosed by GVB.
2025-11-29 Infrastructure/Public Transport Construction reduces metro service at Amsterdam Zuid Station Between 2025‑11‑29 01:00 and 2025‑12‑01 05:00, fewer metros are servicing Amsterdam Zuid as part of ongoing construction of new metro platforms located between the station passages, reported by GVB’s Zuidasdok project.
2025-11-24 Public Transport Major metro network restructure from 2027 announced On 2025‑11‑24, the Amsterdam Transport Authority finalized plans to merge metro lines 50 and 53 into a single new route beginning December 2027; line 53 will disappear, Van der Madeweg becomes a key transfer hub, and service frequency will increase while residents along the current 53 route will lose a direct connection, according to network decision summaries.
2025-11-25 Cultural Events Official opening of the Suriname Museum The Suriname Museum in Amsterdam‑Oost officially opened on 2025‑11‑25, marking 50 years of Surinamese independence; hosted in the Hugo Olijfveldhuis, it presents the exhibition “Meet Su, Meet Us” covering Indigenous history, colonization, slavery, and diaspora; the inauguration featured King Willem‑Alexander and mayor Femke Halsema, announced via institutional records.
2025-10‑01 to 2026‑01‑11 Cultural Events Van Gogh Museum reunion exhibition “Van Gogh and the Roulins” Running since 2025‑10‑03 through 2026‑01‑11, the Van Gogh Museum displays 14 of the 26 portraits of the Roulin family by Vincent van Gogh, including the original armchair depicted in the paintings and a life‑size replica of his Arles studio; highlighted as a unique emotional and historical presentation in museum‑level reporting.


Originally published: 2025-11-28T11:48:17.315436

Current Events in Amsterdam in December

Date Title Details
December 4–28 Ice Village Museumplein, city centre; opens 12:00, closes around 21:00 (19:00 on 25–26 Dec); free; family‑friendly; features festive chalets, live entertainment and seasonal food stalls.
December 13–January 3 Amsterdam Light Festival Along canals, city centre; nightly installations; free to view (boat tour extra); all ages; notable international light artworks transforming canal routes.
December 13–January 3 Het Amsterdamse Winterparadijs RAI, Europaplein 1 (Docklands); daily opening (day & evening); tickets from €24; family‑friendly; includes skating (indoor & outdoor), curling, Ferris wheel and live music.
December 17–January 4 World Christmas Circus Royal Theatre Carré, city centre; daily shows; ticket price unknown; all ages; features top circus acts including acrobats, clowns and horse performances.
December 14 Museum Market – Christmas Edition Museumplein; 10:00–18:00; free; family‑friendly; offers arts & crafts, food and music by local designers.
December 20–21 Maker Market – Christmas Edition De Hallen Amsterdam; 11:00–17:00; free; all ages; showcases handmade products, jewelry, art, and live music.
December 21 Funky Xmas Market Westergas; 12:00–18:00; free; family‑friendly; features creative handmade gifts, food stalls and live music.

City News in Amsterdam – last 14 days

Date Category Headline Details
2025-11-25 Cultural Schoenen uit de 14e eeuw en een poppenhoofd uit 1850: een prachtboek over ondergronds Amsterdam A richly illustrated book presents 800 archaeological finds from subterranean Amsterdam, including medieval shoes and a mid‑19th‑century doll head, offering insights into the city’s hidden history in a new publication announced on 25 November by the municipality (Gemeente Amsterdam) as part of its recent news.
2025-11-25 Public awareness Orange the World: mannen en vrouwen samen tegen geweld tegen vrouwen On 25 November, Amsterdam participated in “Orange the World” to raise awareness against violence toward women, marking the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. The campaign includes coordinated municipal activities across the city, as reported by the municipality.
2025-11-19 Urban / Infrastructure Sloop fietsflat bij Amsterdam Centraal begint From 24 November, the demolition of the iconic Fietsflat at Amsterdam Central Station begins, ending nearly 25 years of service. The structure is being removed as part of transportation infrastructure changes under guidance from Gemeente Amsterdam.
2025-11-19 Urban / Infrastructure Nieuw kunstwerk te bewonderen op het Rembrandtplein A new public artwork was unveiled on 19 November at Rembrandtplein. Created in collaboration with municipal partners under the Aanpak Binnenstad initiative, the installation reflects the local streetscape and aims to enhance the public realm.
2025-11-19 Urban / Development Nieuwe stadsbuurt in ontwikkeling The municipality announced on 19 November that the Sloterdijk Contactbuurt is evolving into a new urban district. Residents can preview future development via QR‑code enabled viewpoint installations to explore planned streetscapes and structures.
2025-11-21 Education / Social 800.000 euro voor actieplan sociale veiligheid cultuursector On 21 November, Amsterdam’s city government allocated €800,000 toward an action plan to improve social safety in the cultural sector. The initiative is intended to enhance protective measures for cultural institutions, artists, and staff, as stated in a municipal press release.
2025-11-21 Energy / Business Drie elektriciteitsstations minder doordatacenterbeleid As of 21 November, under Amsterdam’s strict data‑center policy, utility provider Liander is required to build three fewer electricity stations than previously planned, reducing infrastructure expansion. This decision was communicated in a municipal press release.
2025-11-20 Cultural / Nightlife Amsterdam presenteert resultaten en plannen voor toekomstbestendige nachtcultuur On 20 November, Amsterdam presented findings and a forward‑looking strategy to ensure sustainable night‑time culture. The presentation, issued via a city press release, outlines measures to balance cultural vibrancy with livability.
2025-11-12 Social / Welfare Ook dit jaar winteropvang voor dak‑ en thuisloze mensen On 12 November city authorities confirmed that winter shelter will again be provided this year for homeless individuals, ensuring continued emergency accommodations throughout the cold months per a municipal press release.
2025-11-10 Social / Welfare Nieuwe opvanglocatie voor dakloze gezinnen geopend On 10 November, Amsterdam opened a new shelter for homeless families on Amstelveenseweg. This facility provides targeted housing and support services, as announced in the city’s press releases.
2025-11-07 Tech / Civic Amsterdam App 100.000 keer gedownload By 7 November, the Amsterdam App had been downloaded over 100,000 times, providing residents with mobile access to municipal services and reporting tools, per a press release from the city.
2025-11-05 Cultural Canon van Amsterdam vernieuwd On 5 November, Amsterdam updated its “Canon” – a curated collection of stories about the city’s history – in celebration of the 750th anniversary, revamping historic narratives for educational and cultural engagement as announced by the municipality.
2025-11-14 Transport / Traffic Brug Overtoomse Sluis gaat vrijdag 14 november weer open On 14 November, the Overtoomse Sluis bridge reopened to cars and trams in the morning following maintenance. The announcement was made in the municipal news feed by Gemeente Amsterdam.
2025-11-13 Transport / Traffic A9 meerdere weekenden afgesloten tussen Badhoevedorp en Holendrecht As of 13 November, the A9 motorway will be closed on multiple weekends between Badhoevedorp and Holendrecht during November and December. Rijkswaterstaat anticipates significant traffic disruption, per municipal news.


Originally published: 2025-11-20T08:07:38.664552

Current Events in Amsterdam in November

Date Title Details
November 13–23 International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam Various venues across Amsterdam including Rembrandt Square and West/Zuid, screenings daily from afternoon into evening; ticket prices vary, audience general and film enthusiasts; includes over 300 international documentaries, premieres, and masterclasses.
November 16 Arrival of Sinterklaas Across town, festive parade starts mid‑afternoon; free; family‑friendly; marks the start of the festive season with Sinterklaas arriving by steamboat and riding through the city throwing candy.
From November 15 Ice*Amsterdam (Ice Rink at Museumplein) Museumplein, central district, open daily from 15 Nov; ticket ~€14; family‑friendly; features skating, dinner, bingo and a silent disco in a scenic plaza setting.
November 20 Het Grote Songfestivalfeest Ziggo Dome, Amsterdam‑Zuidoost, starting evening; ticketed, audience 18+ and Eurovision fans; features 26 artists from 15 countries celebrating Eurovision acts.
November 14 Super‑Sonic Jazz Festival 2025 Paradiso, city centre, starts 19:00; ticketed; audience jazz and music lovers; notable contemporary jazz performances at iconic venue.
November 21 Tribute to Ludovico Einaudi Zuiderkerk, Amsterdam‑Centrum, added dates 21–23 Nov; concert starts evening; ticketed; classical music audience; features neoclassical performance by Mystery Ensemble.

City News in Amsterdam – last 14 days

Decisions by College van B en W on public space, subsidies, and sustainability
Date Category Headline Details
2025-11-12 Public Safety / Transport Train traffic disrupted by police action between Weesp and Almere On 2025‑11‑08 around 13:28 until approximately 14:16, NS train services between Weesp and Almere Centrum were disrupted due to police activity. Delays occurred on lines including Amsterdam Centraal–Lelystad Centrum and Lelystad Centrum–Schiphol. Services resumed full operation by about 14:16. Operator NS is managing refunds and passenger rights. (source: rijdendetreinen.nl)
2025-11-12 Infrastructure / Transport Major track maintenance at Schiphol to reduce train availability From 15 November to 28 November 2025, ProRail will perform extensive maintenance on tracks at Schiphol Airport station, leaving only three of six tracks operational. This will notably affect traffic between Schiphol, Amsterdam Zuid, and Amsterdam Centraal, increasing crowding on platforms and trains. Passengers are advised to travel outside rush hours and plan via NS travel planner. (source: NS official works page)
2025-11-12 Local Government On 12 November, Amsterdam’s College van Burgemeester en Wethouders approved public space plans for Onderdijkhof and Vredebrug in stadsdeel Noord. They granted an incidental subsidy to Stichting Maatwerkbudgetten Toeslagen Amsterdam for 2026, ratified the 2024 annual accounts and reserve addition for GAP Lutkemeer B.V. They also opened consultation on a sustainable‑materials amendment in the welstandsnota and proposed corrections to technical inconsistencies in the city’s omgevingsplan. Additionally they requested the council to allocate €7.5 million from the Klimaatfonds to establish an Energie Diensten Organisatie to support local energy transition initiatives. (source: Gemeente Amsterdam Nieuws uit B en W 12 November)
2025-11-12 Local Government / Council Meeting Municipal council meeting held at city hall On 12 November 2025 at 13:00, the Amsterdam municipal council convened at the Stadhuis (Amstel 1) to discuss and decide on current city issues, with debates and majority voting. Meeting materials were made available online a week prior. (source: Amsterdam Calendar)
2025-11-06 Local Government / Council Meeting Council committee debates on Algemene Zaken and cultural policy On 6 November 2025 between 09:00 and 12:30, the municipal commission for Financiën, Kunst en cultuur, Diversiteit held a meeting at the Stadhuis to prepare policy decisions on finance, cultural matters, local media, events, ICT, diversity, and related areas. Documents were available two weekends before. (source: Amsterdam Calendar)
2025-11-06 Local Government / Council Meeting Committee session on Algemene Zaken and public order The municipal commission for Algemene Zaken convened on 6 November 2025 from 13:30 to 17:00 at the Stadhuis to address issues including general affairs, public order, enforcement, communication, and legal matters before they go to full council. Relevant documentation was published earlier. (source: Amsterdam Calendar)
2025-11-20 Cultural Event Het Grote Songfestivalfeest to be held in Amsterdam The fifth edition of Het Grote Songfestivalfeest—a Eurovision‑themed concert featuring 26 artists from 15 countries—will take place at Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam on 20 November 2025. Hosted by Edsilia Rombley and Rylan Clark, the event continues the annual tradition and brings international performances to the city. (source: Wikipedia)


Originally published: 2025-11-10T08:41:32.401887

Current Events in Amsterdam in November

Date Title Details
November 12–23, 2025 International Documentary Film Festival (IDFA) Held at multiple venues including Eye Filmmuseum and Pathé Tuschinski in Amsterdam West and Zuid. Screenings begin in the evening and run through late night; ticketed. Aimed at documentary lovers; features premieres, panels and competitions.
November 16, 2025 Sinterklaas Arrival Arrives by steamboat at Scheepvaartmuseum then parade through central Amsterdam; afternoon start. Free. Family‑friendly; featuring St. Nicholas arriving from Spain.
November 8, 2025 Ice*Amsterdam opens At Museumplein; opens daily from November 8 (through January); skating rink open from morning to late evening. Ticketed (~€14). Family‑friendly; notable as iconic ice‑skating rink in the city centre.
November 15, 2025 White Moon At H7 Warehouse in West Amsterdam; from 16:00 into the evening. Ticketed. Adult‑oriented indoor festival; unique themed concept.
November 21–23, 2025 Tribute to Ludovico Einaudi At Zuiderkerk in Amsterdam Centrum; evening concerts. Ticketed. General audience; neoclassical performance by Mystery Ensemble in historic church.
November 20, 2025 Het Grote Songfestivalfeest At Ziggo Dome; evening performance. Ticketed. General audience; Eurovision stars from 14 countries.

City News in Amsterdam – last 14 days

Date Category Headline Details
2025-11-01 Transport – public train Rail disruption between Amsterdam and Schiphol due to maintenance On 1 November 2025, maintenance and a signal‑and‑switch failure caused a total suspension of train service between Amsterdam and Schiphol both directions; travelers were advised by Schiphol authority to expect delays and use NS planner
2025-11-01 to 2025-11-02 Transport – rail engineering No trains Amsterdam–Schiphol on weekend due to engineering works On 1 and 2 November, engineering works resulted in no trains running between Amsterdam Sloterdijk and Schiphol, with reduced service between Zuid and Schiphol and Amsterdam RAI unreachable by train, per Schiphol notice
2025-11-03 to 2025-11-09 Infrastructure – road/transport Ongoing urgent works affecting Overtoomse Sluis and IJdoornlaan Starting 3 November 2025, urgent works at Overtoomse Sluis are scheduled through 16 November; phase‑6 works at IJdoornlaan and Olof Palmeplein run 7–9 November, disrupting local bus/tram routes per transport alerts
2025-11-09 to 2025-11-10 Infrastructure – road/transport Construction at Muzenplein active over weekend Works at Muzenplein began 9 November and were ongoing through 10 November 2025, affecting local traffic and tram/bus operations as indicated in Amsterdam service alerts
2025-10-17 Cultural event – museum exhibition “Made in China” exhibition opens at Wereldmuseum Amsterdam From 17 October 2025, Wereldmuseum Amsterdam launched “Made in China”, displaying historical and contemporary objects, mode, photos, videos and works by artists such as Cao Fei and Yang Yongliang, exploring China’s craftsmanship culture
2025-10-08 to ongoing Education – university protests Ongoing pro‑Palestinian encampment at University of Amsterdam Since 14 April 2025 students and staff have occupied Maagdenhuis and Roeterseiland campus demanding UvA cut ties with Israeli institutions; protests continue with periodic encampment and national debate on academic partnerships
2025-10-08 to ongoing Education – university protests Pro‑Palestinian encampments active at Utrecht University From March 2025 onward, students and staff at Utrecht University established encampments and occupations demanding severance of academic and financial ties with Israeli institutions; protests remain ongoing
2025-10-08 (reported November) Business – entrepreneurship English‑language networking event for entrepreneurs in Nieuw‑West approved A council‑approved event for entrepreneurs in Nieuw‑West, offering free networking with food and drinks, was scheduled for 6 November 2025 at Ru Paré, now open to English speakers per Reddit post
2025-10-08 Government – local General considerations include GVB and event policy in municipal council discussions The Amsterdam municipal council held general considerations on 8–9 October 2025 covering public transport provider GVB and event policy, indicating debate and review of related city strategy
2025-10-08 Government – local City executive approves subsidies and education infrastructure proposals On 8 October 2025, the College B&W approved: the 2026 primary/secondary education housing programme; new “School Buildings Ready for 2050” regulation funding; €180,000 subsidy for Young Leaders training for young adult asylum seekers; and updates to Lelylaan station plans and noise zoning at Schinkel for mixed work‑residential redevelopment


Originally published: 2025-10-31T08:30:29.798894

Current Events in Amsterdam in November

Date Title Details
November 1 Museum Night Multiple venues across city; museums stay open 19:00–02:00; ticketed; family‑friendly; features DJs, dance performances and pop‑ups in over 40 museums.
November 6–9 Amsterdam Storytelling Festival Podium Mozaïek, Amsterdam West; daily workshops, lectures, performances; ticketed; all ages; includes storytelling, clowning and music with international artists.
November 12–23 International Documentary Film Festival Various cinemas including Eye Filmmuseum and Pathé Tuschinski, citywide; multiple daily screenings; ticketed; adult‑oriented; notable for premieres and documentary competitions.
November 14–16 Simply Red Ziggo Dome, Amsterdam Zuid‑Oost; evening concerts; ticketed; adults; part of band’s 40th anniversary tour, headlined by Mick Hucknall.
November 16 Sinterklaas Arrival Canals arriving at Scheepvaartmuseum then parade through city; starts afternoon; free; family‑friendly; features the traditional arrival of Sinterklaas by boat.
November 20 Het Grote Songfestivalfeest Ziggo Dome; evening concert; ticketed; all‑ages; Eurovision stars from 14 countries perform in this big Eurovision party.
November 5–8 The Nutcracker RAI Amsterdam; ballet performances evening; ticketed; family‑friendly; Tchaikovsky’s famous ballet staged at RAI Theatre.
November 9 Lady Gaga concert Ziggo Dome; starts 20:00; ticketed; adults; part of “The MAYHEM Ball” tour of global pop icon Lady Gaga.
November 8 Pop Treasure – Bruno Mars Tribute Poppodium Q‑Factory; starts 20:30; ticketed; all‑ages; live tribute to Bruno Mars’ hits.
November 4–5 International Running Expo RAI Amsterdam; expo hours daytime; ticketed; adults and families; features apparel, technology, footwear and running‑related presentations.
November 8–29 STRAAT NDSM Wharf; open daily; ticketed; all‑ages; world’s largest street‑art museum in 8 000 m² warehouse featuring on‑site graffiti works.

City News in Amsterdam – last 14 days

Date Category Headline Details
2025-10-28 Culture / Festival Amsterdam Dance Event 2025 breaks all attendance records The Amsterdam Dance Event held 22–26 October 2025 drew a historic record of over 600,000 visitors, featured more than 3,500 artists and 1,200 events across 300+ venues, and attracted attendees from over 100 countries, coinciding with the city’s 750th anniversary according to Los40 news outlet.
2025-10-24 Transport Metro hours extended during ADE On Friday 24 and Saturday 25 October, metro lines 52 and 54 ran until 2 a.m. instead of 12:30 a.m., and on Sunday 26 lines 50 and 54 started at 5 a.m., a one‑hour shift, as coordinated by GVB, the municipality and night mayor for ADE support, per NL Times and IamExpat.
2025-10-27 Cultural events / Civic celebration Amsterdam marks 750th anniversary with city‑wide festivities From 23 to 27 October, Amsterdam commemorated its 750th birthday with concerts, exhibitions, shared meals and public events. On 27 October, a 75‑metre cake was shared by the mayor on Dam Square, followed by a star‑studded concert on Museumplein and multiple community gatherings, as reported by TravelWise.
2025-10-21 Cultural events / Education Rijksmuseum opens everyday life Golden Age exhibit Rijksmuseum’s new exhibition “At Home in the 17th Century” reveals domestic life in the Dutch Golden Age through objects like dollhouses, letters and toys, including the digitally narrated Petronella Oortman dollhouse, spotlighting women’s roles and everyday literacy, reported by The Times on 14 October but ongoing.
2025-10-05 Culture / Exhibition Women artists of the Golden Age showcased in Amsterdam exhibit The “Women Artists From Antwerp to Amsterdam: 1600‑1750” exhibition opened early October at the National Museum of Women in the Arts, presenting c.150 works by 40 artists such as Johanna Koerten, Judith Leyster and Rachel Ruysch, and highlighting their historical market value—e.g., Koerten earning up to 4,000 guilders—per Washington Post.
2025-10-16 Transport / Infrastructure Rail works disrupt Amsterdam‑Haarlem line From 16 to 23 October, no trains ran between Amsterdam Sloter­dijk and Haarlem due to engineering works; rail replacement buses were provided, and travelers were advised to reroute via Uitgeest or Schiphol, per NS schedule information.


Originally published: 2025-10-23T11:07:34.415213

Current Events in Amsterdam in October

Date Title Details
October 25 Amsterdam Music Festival Held at Johan Cruijff Arena in Bijlmer, starts in evening, ticket price varies, audience mostly 18+, features unveiling of DJ Mag Top 100 DJs ranking.
October 22–26 Amsterdam Dance Event Citywide across multiple venues, runs all day to night, wristband or event ticket required, audience 18+, includes ADE Pro conference and ADE Festival with over 1,000 events.
October 19 Amsterdam Marathon Starts at Olympic Stadium in Stadionkwartier, begins at 09:00, free to watch, family‑friendly, features full‑marathon route through Vondelpark, Rijksmuseum and along the Amstel river.
October 24–27 Da Bounce Urban Film Festival At Pathé Arena and other venues in Zuidoost, screenings and after‑parties over several days, ticket price varies, audience adult‑oriented, highlights Black filmmakers.
October 27–30 Amsterdam 750th Anniversary Finale Dam Square and across city, starts daytime through late night, free, audience all ages, includes star‑studded concert and 75‑metre birthday cake on Dam Square.

City News in Amsterdam – last 14 days

Date Category Headline Details
2025-10-13 Housing / Energy Hybride warmtepomp subsidieregeling geopend On 13 October, the city introduced a subsidy scheme allowing homeowners and social housing tenants to install hybrid heat pumps to reduce gas usage; the scheme supports sustainable retrofitting and is open to eligible residents, as announced by Gemeente Amsterdam.
2025-10-13 Public Safety Veiligheidsrisicogebied Centrum ingesteld On 12 October, security measures were activated in Amsterdam Central areas—including Centraal Station, Damrak, Nieuwmarkt and Rembrandtplein—creating a safety risk zone from 09:00 to 19:00 to strengthen public order, per Gemeente Amsterdam advisory.
2025-10-10 Social Policy Discriminatie door verhuurder aangepakt On 10 October, the municipality reprimanded a landlord who was excluding men in housing rentals, addressing discrimination in rental practices under municipal enforcement guidelines, according to Gemeente Amsterdam news.
2025-10-12 Public Transport / Events Verkeersaanpassingen rond demonstratie Museumplein For a large demonstration on 5 October, Museumplein and surroundings were closed off from 10:30 to 18:00; tram lines 5, 12, 24 suspended from 11:00, several others rerouted, Metro 52 ran at 10‑minute intervals, and NS added extra trains, per Gemeente Amsterdam announcement dated 2 October.
2025-10-18 Infrastructure / Construction Start bouw Mookly in Amstelkwartier From October, construction started on the Mookly building in Amstelkwartier (Block 7 by Bella Vistapark)—246 mid‑rent and 35 owner‑occupier homes—lasting ~2.5 years; Kruysweerstraat closed to cars, pedestrians and cyclists allowed; detour via Rademakerstraat until mid‑2028, per Gemeente Amsterdam.
2025-10‑18 Transport / Events Metro’s rijden langer tijdens ADE During ADE (22‑26 October), Metro lines 52 and 54 will run until 02:00 on 24‑25 October; lines 50 and 54 start at 05:00 on 26 October to accommodate over 500 000 visitors, as arranged by GVB, Night Mayor and the municipality (press release dated 18 October).


Originally published: 2025-10-14T21:27:48.790752

Current Events in Amsterdam in October

Date Event Highlights
October 2–5 Camera Japan Festival Japanese film, art, culture at LAB111
October 2–12 Affordable Art Fair Art for sale under €5,000
October 2–6 CineDans Festival Film & contemporary dance at Eye Filmmuseum, Tolhuistuin
October 5 Pure Markt – Amstelpark Artisanal food, live music, family crafts
October 11 Grachtenrace & Popronde Canal boat race; free concerts by emerging bands
October 11–12 Hayao Miyazaki Neoclassical Concert Music inspired by Miyazaki films at Keizersgracht Church
October 11–26 The Music of the Lord of the Rings Tribute concert at Zuiderkerk
October 12–23 Cinekid Festival Film, TV, new media festival for children
October 13 Pure Markt – Amsterdamse Bos Outdoor market with food and crafts
October 16–18 Marathon Expo Health, sports innovations at RAI
October 18–19 Amsterdam Marathon Flat race through city’s landmarks
October 19 Museumnacht Junior Family museum night with workshops
October 20 Diwali Celebration in Amstelveen Hindu festival of lights
October 22–26 Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) Electronic music conference and festival
October 24–27 Da Bounce Urban Film Festival Black filmmakers, panels, DJs
October 25 Amsterdam Music Festival (AMF) & Dockyard Festival EDM at Johan Cruijff ArenA; immersive techno at Havenpark
October 25–26 The Maker Market Handmade crafts, live music at De Hallen passage
October 27 Amsterdam 750th Birthday Grand Finale City-wide concerts, celebrations for the anniversary

City News in Amsterdam – last 14 days

Date Category Headline Summary
2025-10-14 Museum / Cultural Event Rijksmuseum opens “At Home in the 17th Century” exhibition A new Rijksmuseum exhibition explores everyday domestic life in the Dutch Golden Age, emphasizing ordinary objects and women’s roles over idealized scenes.
2025-10-14 Business / Economic Heineken to reorganize Amsterdam HQ affecting 400 jobs Heineken announced a 2026 reorganization of its Amsterdam headquarters impacting approximately 400 roles via relocations and eliminations.
2025-10-05 Protest / Public Safety 250,000 protest in Amsterdam against Gaza war About 250,000 people marched in Amsterdam in a “red line” protest calling for a ceasefire and urging the Dutch government to take a stronger stance.
2025-10-03 Public Transport / Transport Metro hours extended for Amsterdam Dance Event Metro lines will run until 2 a.m. on peak ADE festival nights, with earlier Sunday starts to improve late-night transport during the event.
2025-10-01 Local Government / Governance Court of Audit: council lacks control over investments A report finds Amsterdam’s city council lacks oversight over hundreds of millions in investments, hampering budget decisions; improvements are being planned.
2025-10-01 Museum / Cultural Event Van Gogh Museum reunites Roulin family portraits The Van Gogh Museum opened an exhibition reuniting 14 portraits of the Roulin family alongside a rediscovered armchair from Arles.
2025-10-01 Museum / Cultural Van Gogh Museum threatens closure in funding dispute The museum has taken legal action over insufficient state maintenance funding and is seeking €104 million for renovation under its Masterplan 2028.
2025-10-01 Local Government / Tourism Residents sue city over over‑tourism A group of residents filed a lawsuit against the city for exceeding its self-imposed 20-million overnight stays limit, citing forecasted 24 million stays this year.
2025-10‑17 to 2025‑10‑20 Infrastructure / Traffic Major road and rail closures planned in south Amsterdam From 17–20 October, A10 Zuid and related routes will close and railway service via Amsterdam Zuid will be reduced due to station works and flyover construction.
2025-10-05 Public Transport / Disruption Train breakdown between Amsterdam Centraal and Schiphol A train breakdown on Oct 5 caused delays for about 23 minutes between Amsterdam Centraal and Schiphol, with normal service resumed by 8:30 PM.


Originally published: 2025-10-05T14:18:12.108969

Current Events in Amsterdam in October

Event Date Location Description
Camera Japan Festival October 2–5, 2025 LAB111 A celebration of Japanese film and culture, featuring a diverse program of films, art, music, dance, workshops, and culinary experiences.
Afrovibes Festival October 2–11, 2025 Various locations Showcases contemporary African and African diaspora performing arts, including theater, dance, music, and design.
Artus Quellinus Exhibition Until October 27, 2025 Royal Palace on Dam Square Exhibition of over 100 sculptures by the master sculptor behind the palace, with weekend drawing sessions available.
Grachtenrace October 11, 2025 Amsterdam Canals A 25 km sloop boat race through Amsterdam’s canals, starting and finishing at the Olympic Stadium.
IJhallen Flea Market October 11–12, 2025 NDSM Wharf One of the largest flea markets in Europe, offering a wide range of second-hand goods.
Wispe Oktoberfest October 10–12, 2025 Wispe Brewery, Weesp Authentic German-style beer hall experience with beer, bratwurst, pretzels, polka music, and live performances.
Van Gogh and the Roulins Exhibition October 3, 2025–January 11, 2026 Van Gogh Museum Explores the friendship between Vincent van Gogh and postman Joseph Roulin, featuring numerous portraits of the Roulin family.
World Summit AI October 8–9, 2025 Beurs van Berlage A leading AI conference reflecting on past and future developments in artificial intelligence.
Amsterdam City Walk October 18, 2025 Various routes Walking events of various distances (10, 14, 17, 20, 26, and 33 km) taking in the highlights of the city.
TCS Amsterdam Marathon October 19, 2025 Olympic Stadium The 47th edition of Amsterdam’s marathon, starting and finishing at the Olympic Stadium, passing through Vondelpark and under the Rijksmuseum.
Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) October 22–26, 2025 Various venues A five-day electronic music conference and festival featuring over 1,000 events and 2,500 artists in 200 clubs and venues.
Amsterdam Music Festival (AMF) October 25, 2025 Johan Cruijff ArenA Transforms the arena into the world’s biggest nightclub for one night, featuring a star-studded lineup of electronic music artists.
Amsterdam Celebrates 750th Anniversary October 27, 2025 Various locations Grand celebration marking Amsterdam’s 750th birthday, concluding a year of festivities with events across the city.

Please note that event details are subject to change. It’s advisable to check the official event websites or local listings for the most current information.

City News in Amsterdam – last 14 days

Date Category Headline Summary
2025-10-01 Public Transport Updates Amsterdam Marathon to Cause Traffic Restrictions on 19 October The city announced traffic restrictions for the upcoming Amsterdam Marathon scheduled on 19 October.
2025-09-22 Local Government Decisions Amsterdam Introduces New Events Policy The city introduced a new events policy aimed at bringing more balance to the city; the City Council will make a final decision in October.
2025-09-22 Public Services City Office Centre Temporarily Closed The City Office Centre will be closed from 22 September to 17 October 2025.


Originally published: 2025-09-25T15:38:37.890089

Current Events in Amsterdam in September

Event Date Location Description
Ambacht in Beeld Festival September 27–28, 2025 NDSM Loods Celebration of craftsmanship featuring workshops, masterclasses, and demonstrations by over 100 artisans.
Camera Japan Festival October 2–5, 2025 Various venues Multidisciplinary festival showcasing Japanese arts and culture, including contemporary cinema and art forms.
ARTZUID 2025 Until September 21, 2025 Apollolaan and Minervalaan Outdoor sculpture biennale featuring 60 sculptures by international and Dutch artists.
Open Monumentendag September 13–14, 2025 Various locations Annual event where historical buildings and monuments open their doors to the public for free.
Unseen Photo Fair September 19–21, 2025 Westergas Art fair dedicated to contemporary photography, featuring leading photo artists and galleries.
Amsterdam Fringe Festival September 4–14, 2025 Various venues Festival presenting experimental theater and performances by emerging talents across the city.
World Series of Darts Finals September 12–14, 2025 AFAS Live Professional darts tournament featuring top players from around the world.
Amsterdam Music Festival (AMF) October 25, 2025 Johan Cruijff ArenA Electronic dance music festival with a lineup of renowned DJs and artists.
Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) October 22–26, 2025 Various venues Global electronic music conference and festival featuring performances, workshops, and panels.
Amsterdam 750 Celebrations Throughout 2025 Various locations Series of events celebrating Amsterdam’s 750th anniversary, including concerts, exhibitions, and neighborhood activities.

Please note that event details are subject to change. It’s advisable to check the official event websites or local listings for the most current information.

City News in Amsterdam – last 14 days

Date Category Headline Summary
2025-09-22 Local Government Decisions Amsterdam introduces a new events policy The City of Amsterdam adopted a new events policy aiming to balance the interests of residents, organizers, and visitors, with a final decision expected in October.
2025-09-22 Public Safety Announcements Residents sue city council over tourism limits A citizen initiative filed a lawsuit against the city council for allegedly failing to enforce the 20 million annual tourist night limit, citing concerns over overcrowding.
2025-09-03 Public Transport Updates Cabinet drops plan to slash €110M from public transport The Dutch government abandoned plans to cut €110 million from public transport budgets in Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and The Hague for the upcoming year.
2025-09-01 Infrastructure Projects Extreme traffic congestion expected around Amsterdam in 2025 Authorities anticipate significant traffic disruptions due to large-scale maintenance work and major events, urging a 20% reduction in car usage.
2025-07-01 Public Transport Updates GVB secures concession for next decade Amsterdam’s public transit provider GVB was awarded the concession to operate buses, trams, ferries, and metros until the end of 2036.
2025-05-25 Public Transport Updates Amsterdam invests €7.5 million in public transport accessibility The city allocated funds to improve public transport accessibility and affordability, focusing on underserved districts.
2025-05-11 Local Government Decisions Amsterdam announces investments in public transport and public spaces The municipality unveiled plans to invest in infrastructure, public transport, and cultural projects, including a new library and indoor swimming pool.
2025-02-08 Infrastructure Projects Amsterdam transforms streets for safer walking and cycling The city initiated measures to enhance pedestrian and cyclist safety by redesigning infrastructure and implementing traffic-calming elements.
2024-10-16 Cultural Events Green light for renovation of Amsterdam Museum The Council of State approved the renovation plans for the Amsterdam Museum, aiming for a more sustainable and accessible facility by 2028.
2024-09-24 Local Government Decisions Budget 2025: continuing to invest in a social, clean, and connected city The municipal executive presented a balanced budget focusing on social initiatives, sustainability, and infrastructure investments.


Originally published: 2025-09-15T21:06:27.550194

Current Events in Amsterdam in September

Event Date Location Description
Unseen Photo Fair September 19–21, 2025 Westergasfabriek A contemporary photography fair showcasing emerging artists and galleries.
ARTZUID 2025 Until September 21, 2025 Amsterdam-Zuid Outdoor sculpture biennale featuring 60 sculptures by international and Dutch artists.
On The Roof Concert Series Until September 19, 2025 Amsterdam-Noord Intimate rooftop concerts featuring a diverse lineup of artists.
Ambacht in Beeld Festival September 27–28, 2025 NDSM Loods Festival celebrating craftsmanship with workshops, masterclasses, and demonstrations.
Oktoberfest Amsterdam September 27, 2025 Olympisch Stadion Traditional Oktoberfest celebration with beer, food, and live music.

Please note that event details are subject to change. It’s advisable to check the official event websites or local listings for the most current information.

City News in Amsterdam – last 14 days

Date Category Headline Summary
2025-09-03 Public Transport Cabinet drops plan to slash €110M from Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague public transport The Dutch government has canceled the planned €110 million budget cut to public transport in Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and The Hague, following protests and objections from regional organizations.
2025-09-13 Cultural Events Open Monumentendag opens historical buildings to the public During the weekend of September 13–14, thousands of historical buildings across the Netherlands, including Amsterdam, were opened to the public free of charge as part of the annual Open Monumentendag.
2025-09-12 Sports World Series of Darts Finals 2025 held at AFAS Live Arena From September 12–14, the eleventh edition of the World Series of Darts Finals took place at Amsterdam’s AFAS Live Arena, featuring top players from around the globe competing for a £400,000 prize pool.
2025-09-14 Cultural Events ARTZUID 2025 concludes its 9th edition The 9th edition of ARTZUID, Amsterdam’s Sculpture Biennale, concluded on September 14, showcasing 60 sculptures by international and Dutch artists along Apollolaan and Minervalaan.
2025-09-15 Infrastructure Extreme traffic congestion expected around Amsterdam in 2025 Authorities warn of significant traffic disruptions in Amsterdam due to large-scale maintenance work and major events, urging a 20% reduction in car usage to prevent standstills.