What's on in Amsterdam
Check out what’s on in Amsterdam with our complete guide to events and entertainment. As a world-renowned capital of culture, you’ll find theatre performances, festivals, nightlife, sports events and exhibitions to inspire you. Search the agenda for something specific, or browse our highlights and recommendations to start you off.
Top picks this season
Imagine Film Festival
De Filmhallen
IDFA: International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam
Diverse locaties / Various locations
Freethinkers Festival
De Balie
The Amsterdam Storytelling Festival
Podium Mozaïek
01
Nov '25
Museum Night Amsterdam
19:00 - 23:59
Diverse locaties / Various locations
21
Dec '24
04
Jan '25
The Amsterdam Winter Paradise
At various times
RAI Amsterdam
Accessibility facilities
16
Nov '25
Arrival of Sinterklaas
10:00 - 15:30
Sinterklaas Intocht Amsterdam
Free entrance
Christmas tree on Dam Square
Koninklijk Paleis (Royal Palace)
Accessibility facilities
Free entrance
26
Dec '24
29
Dec '24
Holiday on Ice - No Limits
At various times
RAI Amsterdam
Accessibility facilities
21
Dec '24
19
Jan '25
Amsterdam Light Festival
At various times
Diverse locaties / Various locations
Tickets Available
Funky Xmas Market
Westerpark
Free entrance
18
Jan '25
National Tulip Day
13:00 - 17:00
Museumplein
Free entrance
18
Jan '25
WhiskyFest Amsterdam
At various times
Hollandsche Manege
The Spirit of Amsterdam
Diverse locaties
Cello Biennale: Cello-Yurt Surprise concert
Muziekgebouw aan 't IJ
Sold out
07
Feb '25
21
Mar '25
Winterlicht: an unique dinner on the fortress island of Pampus
18:00 - 23:00
Fort Pampus
21
Dec '24
12
Jan '25
Asian Bronze at the Rijksmuseum
09:00 - 17:00
Rijksmuseum
Accessibility facilities
21
Dec '24
09
Feb '25
Navid Nuur: When Doubt Turns into Destiny
At various times
Oude Kerk (Old Church)
Accessibility facilities
Tickets Available
21
Dec '24
26
Jan '25
All Those Amsterdam People - The 70s to 90s
At various times
Amsterdam City Archives
Accessibility facilities
21
Dec '24
02
Mar '25
Seth Se La Joue - All Ages Art Playground
At various times
STRAAT
Don Quichot
Dutch National Opera & Ballet
Accessibility facilities
Our popular articles
Amsterdam's biggest events and celebrations
Join the party
Don't miss a thing during your trip!
This weekend in Amsterdam
Stay updated on the latest restaurant openings, the coolest exhibitions and the city's best events with the Amsterdam Weekend Guide. Our editors know the talk of the town.
Plan your perfect weekend