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Hidden disability Sunflower Keycord recognised here

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Low stimulus area

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Sign language interpretation provided

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Audio description

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Wheelchair-friendly restroom

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Barrier-free building and passageways that are sufficiently wide

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Accessible lift

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Barrier-free access and steps accompanied by ramp

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Amsterdam 750

Festivals and events

Monk bouldergym Amsterdam

Boulderen bij Monk

Christmas holidays? Come bouldering at Monk!

During the Christmas holidays, families can climb at Monk with a discount. Location Monk Bouldergym, Aambeeldstraat 26, Amsterdam.

Rijksmuseum

Kerstvakantie in het Rijksmuseum

https://www.rijksmuseum.nl/en/visit/accessibility

Christmas holidays in the Rijksmuseum (3+)

During the Christmas holidays, it's wintery in the Rijksmuseum. Put on your hat, scarf and get to work to stay warm. Up to 18 years admission is free.

Museumplein

De IJsbaan op het Museumplein

Ice rink at Museumplein

From November 15, 2024, to February 2, 2025, you can skate again at Museumplein! The new ice rink offers skating fun for everyone, right in the cultural heart of Amsterdam. Whether you want to learn how to skate, improve your technique, or just glide around, it’s the perfect place for winter fun for all ages.

RAI Amsterdam

https://www.rai.nl/en/route/accessibility/

The Amsterdam Winter Paradise

The Amsterdam Winter Paradise is the largest and most enjoyable winter event in the Netherlands. Enjoy unique attractions, ice skating, winter snacks and drinks and endless ice fun. The ultimate winter experience returns to the RAI Amsterdam. There is plenty to do both during the day and in the evening. Skate under a blanket of lights on the 3400 m2 indoor and outdoor skating rink, discover the ultimate view of Amsterdam from the mega Ferris wheel or the high swing ride and slide down the tube slide on real snow!

Buurtwerkplaats Noorderhof

Introducing the Warm Hearts Sauna project in an open sauna day in November 2022. Location Buurtwerkplaats Noorderhof.

Instead of paying, every sauna user does an act of kindness either for the environment or to another person.

Warm Hearts is about Amsterdammers expressing their talent. ​​Local Zumba teacher engaging sauna visitors in a warm-up.

Amsterdam newcomers performing an amazing show at Warm Hearts sauna day.

Warm Hearts sauna is the first floating sauna fuelled with acts of kidness.

Warm Hearts sauna highlights the good deeds of Amsterdammers.

Seeing the model of the Warm Hearts floating sauna for the first time. The model is made by the partners: Horizon Cabins.

Team Warm Hearts

The barrel sauna was rented to pilot the concept of Warm Hearts in the neighborhood. Warm Hearts sauna will be built to float in Sloterplas.

Warm Hearts sauna visitors.

Warm Hearts floating sauna

Warm Hearts floating sauna is the first sauna fuelled by kindness. Instead of paying, every sauna user does an act of kindness either for the environment or to another person. The sauna events are starting in Autumn 2024. Official opening on Sunday, December 8th from 12:00-17:00.

De Waalse Kerk

Ivan Karizna

Liza Ferschtman

Severin von Eckardstein

Bekijk hoe de Waalse Kerk een bezoek voor mensen met een beperking of handicap toegankelijk maakt

Waalse Kerk (Wallonian Church)

Winterevenings at the Amstel

A new edition of the festival! In December you are once again very welcome at Winteravonden aan de Amstel, the chamber music festival that lights up the darkness of the December evenings with compositions by masters from the classical music world. Winteravonden brings together top musicians in the atmospheric setting of various locations in the city.

De Centrale Markthal

Art Below Zero - Europa's grootste IJsbeelden expositie

Art Below Zero

Art Below Zero. A Unique Celebration of 750 Years of Amsterdam
Step into the magical ice world of Art Below Zero, an enchanting exhibition in the Central Market Hall, celebrating the vibrant history and heritage of Amsterdam. Marking the city's 750th anniversary, this exhibition features Europe’s largest collection of ice sculptures, taking you on a journey from Amsterdam's founding in 1275 to the lively present.

SBK Kunstuitleen & Galerie

Kinderen kiezen kunst-speurtocht

Art Scavenger Hunt

Discover the world of art with the free treasure hunt at SBK Kunstuitleen & Galerie in Amsterdam. Children can explore different works of art and borrow their favourite for free to take home.

Cut Throat

Bottomless brunch

Cut Throat offers a bottomless brunch from Wednesday to Sunday until 5pm. This package includes 90 minutes of unlimited drinks and a main course.

WTC Amsterdam - Zuidplein

WTC Winter World

Experience the magic of winter with your team, friends or family and dive into a world of snowy excitement together at WTC Winter World!

NDSM-Fuse

Mergel

Director Thomas Brand brings the Curfs quarry in Southern Limburg (Netherlands) to life through image and sound in a special and immersive way. MERGEL (MARL) searches the deep down and what breathes in the dark.

NIO House Amsterdam

https://www.facebook.com/events/938892581474391

Christmas ArtAffect Market

Join us for the #4 Christmas ArtAffect Kunstmarkt at NIO House Amsterdam. Enjoy free entry to view art, performances, and network. Don’t miss the exhibition by renowned artist Ottograph. Discover unique art and holiday gifts!

Amstelveen Winter Village

Who doesn't dream of a nice cold winter? With snow-white treetops, frozen ditches and creeks, the holidays and atmospherically lit squares and living rooms. Together with family and friends around a crackling wood fire, enjoying a cup of hot chocolate with whipped cream... At the first night frost, many people start to get itchy feeling. Natural ice or not, everyone is always welcome at Winter Village. Winter Village is the place where young and old meet. Please note: The times mentioned are an indication and may still change.

OBA (Openbare Bibliotheek Amsterdam)

Rizdvo festival

https://www.oba.nl/openingstijden/detail.199270.html/oba-oosterdok/

Amsterdam Public Library (OBA)

Rizdvo: Ukrainian Christmas festival

Christmas is a special and cozy time of year for Ukrainians with a rich tradition of street theater, songs and gathering at a lavishly set table with family and friends. Come to the Rizdvo Festival in OBA Oosterdok on December 21st and celebrate with us!

Lowlander Botanical Bar & Kitchen

Lowlander Beertasting

Lowlander Botanical Bar & Restaurant

Lowlander Beer & Foodtasting

Immerse yourself in the flavors and aromas of beer brewed with botanicals. Through beer pairings with 4 beers and matching bites, you will be taken into a Lowlander tasting packed with surprising flavors and unexpected combinations.

Diverse locaties / Various locations

Artist Impression 'In Bloom' Wilhelmusvlug

Artist Impression 'Solstice' by Studio Vertigo

Artist Impression 'Rush Hour' by OSSO

'Light Gate' by Edwin Baruch

Amsterdam Light Festival

Amsterdam Light Festival returns from November 28, 2024 to January 19, 2025 with a new edition and theme: Rituals. With 27 artworks in beautiful, photogenic places, the festival connects and enriches residents and visitors in anniversary year Amsterdam750.

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