For the exhibitions at the smaller museum visit: Exhibitions at smaller museums in Amsterdam 2025

For the exhibitions at the major museum visit: Exhibitions at top museums in Amsterdam 2025

Museum Night 2025

Saturday 1 November 2025

Museum Night Amsterdam will celebrate its 25th edition in 2025, with more than 70 museums opening their doors on the first Saturday of November with special programs such as music, workshops, and guided tours. Discover the unique programming and immerse yourself with the group in all the beauty that Amsterdam’s museums have to offer.

Location: Amsterdam
Info: www.museumnacht.amsterdam

Pan Amsterdam

Sunday 2 to Sunday 9 November 2025

This year’s 38th PAN Amsterdam art fair will take place from 2 to 9 November at the RAI. More than 45,000 art lovers are enchanted by thousands of exhibited artworks every year.

Whether you are interested in photography, design furniture , classical antiquity, contemporary art, decorative objects or art, PAN offers the ideal opportunity to compare art, gather information and make surprising discoveries.

Location: RAI Amsterdam – Europaplein 24 (Google Maps)
Info & program: www.pan.nl

Sunday Market

Sunday 2 (Westergas) November

Every first Sunday of the month, you can find them at Westergas. This atmospheric site, with its restaurants, cafés, studios, hotel and museum, is the ideal setting for a fun day of shopping and browsing among the many stalls selling unique products!

Location: Westergas (Google Maps) & Rokin (Google Maps)
Info: www.sundaymarket.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

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

Free guided tour Foam

Saturday 1, 15 & 29 November – 11.00 Dutch & 12.00 English

Price: free

During the free tour, you will have the opportunity to explore the current exhibitions at Foam, together with a group of up to 15 participants. The museum docent will ensure that there is a good balance between asking questions and providing information.

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

Location: Keizersgracht 609 (Google Maps)
Info: www.foam.org

Arrival Sinterklaas

Sunday 16 November 

This year, from 16 November to 5 December, Amsterdam will be all about Sinterklaas, his Pieten and horse Ozosnel. On Sunday 16 November 2025, all Amsterdammers will come together to welcome Sinterklaas and his Pieten! After a festive boat ride through the city’s canals, the procession makes its way to the lively Leidseplein.

Info: www.amsterdamspotted.com

Museum Market

Museumplein

Sunday 16 November – 10.00/18.00

Every third Sunday of the month, Museum Square hosts Museum Market! Here you will find many beautiful stalls with all kinds of unique products offered by the designers/collectors themselves. Think art & design – fashion & accessories – home & furnishing – paper & crafts – jewellery & objects – cute toys for kids – delicious food & drinks.

Location: Museumplein (Google Maps)
Info: www.museummarket.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

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

Amsterdam Light Festival 2025/ 2026

Thursday 27 November 2025 to Sunday 18 January 2026

As the days get shorter and the nights get longer, Amsterdam transforms into an enchanting light spectacle you definitely don’t want to miss: the Amsterdam Light Festival. This year, the festival will take place from 27 November 2025 to 18 January 2026.

Location: Canals Amsterdam
Info & tickets: www.amsterdamlightfestival.com

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

Electric museum tram line Amsterdam

Experience the past with the Electric Museum Tramway and its unique, restored historic trams. Take a ride through the center of Amsterdam or along the Haarlemmermeer railway line. The trams run from Easter weekend until the end of October, every Sunday between 11.00 and 17.00.

Info & tickets: www.museumtramlijn.org

The Maker Market

De Hallen

Saturday 29 & Sunday 30 November 

The Maker Market is an event entirely dedicated to (Amsterdam-based) makers, designers and brands. Here you can discover the latest and greatest locally made and designed products, along with the stories behind them. You can visit the market at De Hallen in Amsterdam, and admission is free.

Location: Hannie Dankbaarpassage 47 (Google Maps)
Info: www.themakermarket.nl

Black Friday

Friday 29 November

Black Friday in Amsterdam attracts thousands of shoppers to the city every year. Shops offer attractive discounts on fashion, electronics and more.

The atmosphere is vibrant, with busy streets and special events. Both local and international brands participate, making it an ideal opportunity for bargain hunters and tourists to enjoy the festive atmosphere.

Pure Market

Sunday 30 November (11.00-17.00) Park Frankendael (Google Maps)

The Pure Market is the perfect place to spend a Sunday with friends and family. The wide range of delicious food and drinks, the unique art and the many stalls selling beautiful clothing and jewellery ensure that you can spend the whole day here.

Info: www.puremarkt.nl

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