Weekend tips Amsterdam: Friday 21, Saturday 22 & Sunday 23 November 2025

Friday 21 November 

Ice rink Museumplein

Until 6 February 2026

Starting Saturday, November 15, 2025, the ice rink on Museumplein will reopen for nearly three months of winter fun. This tradition, which dates back to 1864 when the Amsterdamsche IJsclub skated here, is an important part of Amsterdam culture. Everyone, from beginners to experienced skaters, can enjoy themselves here.

Location: Museumplein (Google Maps)
Info: www.amsterdamspotted.com

IDFA: International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam 2025

Thursday 13 to Sunday 26 November 2025

Every year in November, Amsterdam becomes a paradise for documentary lovers during the International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam (IDFA). More than 300 national and international documentaries are screened at various locations throughout the city, ranging from premieres and competitions to children’s films and debut works.

Location: Various locations in Amsterdam
Info & tickets: www.idfa.nl

IDFA DocLab

De Brakke Grond

From 13 to 26 November

IDFA DocLab will take place free of charge at De Brakke Grond from November 13 to 23. The program “Off the Internet” examines our need to be offline versus the impossibility of doing so, and explores new forms of connection and presence through digital art and interactive projects.

Location: Nes 45 (Google Maps)
Info: www.brakkegrond.nl

Largest indoor golf club in the Benelux

Club Birdies

Throughout the year

Club Birdies in Amsterdam’s Schinkel District combines indoor golf, a bar, and restaurant under one roof. With 12 TruGolf simulators, visitors can play on world-famous courses, regardless of their skill level.

The concept also offers an all-day bar, open-fire cuisine, a sunny terrace, and a private skybox for events. Located in the vibrant A-Factorij, Club Birdies is part of a creative entrepreneurial area.

Location: Pilotenstraat 41 (Google Maps)
Info: www.amsterdamspotted.com

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

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

The Book Market on Spui Square

Friday 21 November 

Every Friday, book lovers gather at the Book Market on Spui in Amsterdam, which has been a household name for over thirty years. Around 25 booksellers offer second-hand and antiquarian books, as well as prints, posters, and magazines in various languages. Throughout the year, visitors can make special and exciting discoveries here, regardless of the weather.

Location: Spui (Google Maps)
Info, program & tickets: www.deboekenmarktophetspui.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

Amsterdam Winter Terrace

Friday 14 to Sunday 30 November 2025

Visit the Amsterdam Winter Terrace from 14 to 30 November 2025! This cosy terrace takes place this time in the Olympic Stadion, right in the lively heart of Amsterdam South. Enjoy tasty dishes, delectable drinks and an atmospheric programme for three weekends.

During The Amsterdam Winter Terrace, you can enjoy delicious dishes prepared by well-known Amsterdam catering establishments. The participating parties will be announced shortly.

Location: Amsterdam – Olympisch Stadion (Google Maps)
Info & tickets: www.hetamsterdamsewinterterras.nl

Eva Eijkhout (Dutch language)

DeLaMar Theater

Friday 21 November

In ‘Life is short, just like me!’, Eva Eikhout shares her quest for control in a world that is not made for everyone. With humor and personal stories, she shows that winning means overcoming yourself.

Location: Marnixstraat 402 (Google Maps)
Info & tickets: www.delamar.nl

The Evening of Film Music

Ziggo Dome

Friday 21 to Sunday 23 November

The Evening of Film Music began in 2014 at the Concertgebouw, with a one-off edition. Since then, the event has grown into the largest film music event in Europe and a regular feature of the Ziggo Dome program. 2023 was also a very successful year, with no fewer than three sold-out concerts.

Under the baton of conductor Jules Buckley, the Metropole Orkest will once again perform the most famous film classics by the greatest film composers of all time.

Location: De Passage 100 (Google Maps)
Info & tickets: www.ziggodome.nl

Justice for Palistine

Friday 21 October – 19.30

Pakhuis de Zwijger

This edition of ‘Justice for Palestine’ explores how protest music helps us mourn, connect, and fight for justice and freedom in Palestine. Musicians around the world and in the Netherlands use different styles—from traditional songs to hip hop and punk—to reinforce the Palestinian cause and challenge colonial falsehoods.

Location: Piet Heinkade 179 (Google Maps)
Info: www.dezwijger.nl

Saturday 22 November

Lindengracht

There is a general ‘goods market’ on Lindengracht on Saturdays, where you can find all your daily shopping items. This market combines perfectly with the Organic Farmers’ Market on the Noordermarkt, offering you a wide range of fresh produce and other necessities.

Location: Lindengracht (Google Maps)

Malala Yousafzai

DeLaMar Theater

Saturday 22 November – 20.00

Nobel Prize winner and activist Malala Yousafzai speaks at DeLaMar about her courageous fight for education, her growth in the spotlight, and her personal quest for adulthood and love. She candidly shares her experiences as the person behind the role model.

This way, you will discover the story behind the photographer, the subject, and the context of the exhibitions together.

Location: Marnixstraat 402 (Google Maps)
Info: www.delamar.nl

The Hives

Afas Live

Saturday 22 November

On Saturday, November 22, The Hives will be performing at AFAS Live during their World Tour.

Location: Johan Cruijff Boulevard 590  (Google Maps)
Info & tickets: www.afaslive.nl

IDFA x De Balie: The Sessions

Saturday 15 November – 20.00

A young student undergoing trauma therapy opens up about being raped by someone she trusted, while struggling to speak about it outside sessions. Meanwhile, her rapist faces quiet police questioning, with little progress. The story reveals the difficult and ongoing process of healing after sexual violence.

Location: Kleine-Gartmanplantsoen 10 – De Balie (Google Maps)
Info: www.debalie.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 program.

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

Guitar Masters: SoloDuo

Saturday 22 November – 20.15-22.10

It’s safe to say that Matteo Mela and Lorenzo Micheli, also known as SoloDuo, are specialists in guitar music. Their repertoire includes music from all styles. You’ll hear this diversity in the Guitar Masters series: lilting Piazzolla, music by composer in residence Gabriela Ortiz and Beethoven with a new sound.

Location: Concertgebouwplein 10 (Google Maps)
Info: www.concertgebouw.nl

Sunday 23 November

Tom McRae

Tolhuistuin

Sunday 23 November – 19.30

To celebrate 25 years since his debut album, Tom McRae is going on tour again with a full band. He will play the album in its entirety, plus highlights from his nine studio albums, with raw emotion and poetic stories. His intense and humorous performances promise an unforgettable experience for fans.

Location: IJpromenade 2 (Google Maps)
Info: www.tolhuistuin.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 program.

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

The Scratch

Melkweg

Sunday 23 November – 19.30

The Scratch combines acoustic guitar with heavy metal and traditional Irish music, resulting in energetic shows full of metal hooks. After opening for Dropkick Murphys at Ziggo Dome, they are now touring with their own show at Melkweg, possibly featuring new material from their third album.

Location: Lijnbaansgracht 234a (Google Maps)
Info: www.melkweg.nl

ArtAmsterdam Spui

Sunday 23 November

Every Sunday from March to December, from 11.00 to 18.30, Amsterdam hosts an art market on the ArtAmsterdam-Spui. Artworks range from oil and acrylic paintings, watercolours, sculptures, jewellery, ceramics, paper art, graphics, glassware, silk and mixed media. At the art market, the artist is always present in person with their own work.

Location: Spui (Google Maps), www.artamsterdam-spui.com

Café De Engelbewaarder

Sunday 23 November – 16.00/19.00

Every Sunday afternoon, you can enjoy specialty beers and the longest-running live jazz session in the Netherlands at Café De Engelbewaarder, with performances by both renowned professionals and young talent.

Location: Kloveniersburgwal 59 (Google Maps)
Info: www.cafedeengelbewaarder.nl

Sunday Night Live

Boom Chicago

Sunday 23 November – 19.00

Sunday Night Live is a comedy play with one performance. The comedy show unfolds in crazy directions as improvised threads weave themselves into something unique, surprising, and always funny. Sunday Night Liveimprov fans and many people come back every week. It’s the perfect end to your weekend!

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