Discover the best events, festivals and activities in Amsterdam! From lectures to intimate concerts and cultural performances, there is always something going on in this lively city. Get inspired and enjoy all that Amsterdam has to offer!

Thursday 12 June 

From Rembrandt to Vermeer, Masterpieces from The Leiden Collection

H’art Museum

Until 24 August 2025

H’ART Museum presents: The Leiden Collection. This exhibition offers a unique and intimate look at 17th-century Amsterdam as seen through the eyes of the great Dutch masters.

Seventy-five paintings tell the remarkable story of Amsterdam and the life of its residents in the seventeenth century. Three of the works are part of the series The Five Senses. A self-portrait of the young Rembrandt from 1634 is also on display.

Location: Amstel 51 (Google Maps)
Info & tickets: www.hartmuseum.nl

Keti Koti Westerpark

Until 1 July

Keti Koti Westerpark focuses on the struggle for freedom and the memories that are important for commemorating Keti Koti on July 1. During this month-long activity, artists, speakers, and visitors explore themes of connection and reflection in the Meterhuisje.

There are special events such as ‘Soup & Dialogue,’ a workshop on Surinamese festive cloths, Keti Koti for Kids, neighborhood walks, and the Wowoyo market.

Location: Pazzanistraat 6 – Meterhuisje/ Westerpark (Google Maps)
Info & agenda: www.ketikotiwesterpark.nl

F1 Exhibition

Kromhouthal

Until 31 August

This exhibition is open since 17 April in the Kromhouthal, where the story of Formula 1 will be told and exclusive, iconic F1 cars will be on display.

After successful editions in cities such as Madrid, Toronto and London, it is now Amsterdam’s turn. This exhibition, which won the ‘Best Visitor Experience’ award in London, promises to be a unique experience with historic racing cars, advanced simulators and exclusive film clips.

Location: Gedempt Hamerkanaal 231, Kromhouthal (Google Maps)
Info: www.f1exhibition.com

Elephant Parade Amsterdam Tour 2025

Until Sunday 29 June 2025

To mark Amsterdam’s 750th anniversary, Elephant Parade and BIZ Damrak Amsterdam, in collaboration with Nicole des Bouvrie and M.J. Portilla, are organizing a special open-air exhibition. From May 19 to June 29, 2025, fourteen hand-painted elephants and one duck will be on display at the Beursplein, as a colorful gift to the city and its residents.

Where: different locations in Amsterdam
Info & tickets: www.elephantparade.com, www.amsterdamspotted.com

World Press Photo 2025

Nieuwe Kerk

The World Press Photo exhibition is one of the leading platforms for photojournalism and visual storytelling. The exhibition was founded in 1955 as a platform for photojournalists to share their work.

Location: Nieuwe Kerk Amsterdam (Google Maps)
Info: www.worldpressphoto.org

Jazzcafé Alto

Every day

If you’re looking for some live jazz and blues performances, Jazz Café Alto is the place to be! They play live music seven nights a week. With their unique concept, they bring jazz and blues to life all night long until the early hours of the morning. Locals and tourists alike come here to share their love for both genres.

Location: Korte Leidsedwarsstraat 115 (Google Maps)
Info: www.jazz-cafe-alto.nl

Climb the roof of the New Church!

De Nieuwe Kerk

Until 2 November

A platform is being built on the roof of the New Church for the restoration of the crossing tower—and you can stand on it. In honour of 750 years of Amsterdam, you have seven months to climb the roof and experience the city from above.

Location: Dam Square (Google Maps)
Info & tickets: www.nieuwekerk.nl

Holland Festival

Wednesday 11 to Sunday 29 June

The Holland Festival, which lasts the entire month of June, is the largest performing arts festival in the Netherlands. This theatre festival takes place at various locations in Amsterdam and offers a wealth of performances from different disciplines. The performances meet the highest artistic standards, ensuring an incredibly talented programme.

Info & tickets: www.hollandfestival.nl

Bottomless Brunch

Wednesday till Sunday every week

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

Location: Beursplein 5 (Google Maps)
Info & prices: www.cutthroatbarber.nl

Bottomless Brunch

FutureTen-day event

From Thursday 12 June to Saturday 21 June 2025

What will Amsterdam look like in 2050 and beyond? What kind of food will we consume, how will we move through the streets, how will we live and how will we live together? Think, discuss and participate during the Future Ten Days from 12 to 21 June 2025. Be inspired by lectures, sustainable fashion shows, VR installations, e-cart races, hackathons and much more!

Info: www.iamsterdam.com

Guided Tour Nationale Opera & Ballet

See the website for times in June.

The Dutch Nationale Opera & Ballet offers a unique glimpse behind the scenes. Here, opera and ballet performances are produced in-house from start to finish.

During a 75-minute tour, given in Dutch, an enthusiastic guide reveals the fascinating world behind the stage. An excellent opportunity for anyone who wants to know how a large theater company works.

Location: Amstel 3 (Google Maps)
Info: www.shop.operaballet.nl

Improv spectacular – comedy show

Boom Chicago

Thursday to Saturday – times: see website

Prepare for an unforgettable night of laughter at Boom Chicago, the ultimate destination for lovers of improvisational comedy in the heart of Amsterdam!

Location: Rozengracht 117 (Google Maps)
Info: www.boomchicago.nl

Classical music live at the Begijnhof

Experience a special classical concert in the intimate and historic setting of the English Reformed Church on the Begijnhof in Amsterdam. Renowned musicians perform well-known works from classical music history. Visit the website for the May program.

Location: Begijnhof (Google Maps)
Info: www.erc.amsterdam

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