King’s Day
King's Day (Koningsdag) is an orange-filled celebration held annually for the king's birthday on 27 April. It is renowned for being one of the biggest and most colourful festivities in the Netherlands, especially so in Amsterdam. Join in the revelry with our tips for the best events in Amsterdam and the surrounding region, learn about the history of the Dutch monarchy, and check out the travel information to save yourself time during the day. The next King's Day will be on Monday, 27 April, 2026.
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Once again, the city will be awash with orange, with the next edition taking place on Monday, 27 April 2026.
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