What to Experience in Amsterdam: Events & Activities

In Amsterdam, there's a buzz of activity every day. Whether you're interested in markets, exhibitions, music concerts, theatre shows, or festivals, the city has it all. With a wide range of world-class entertainment, from large festivals and cultural events to intimate venues, theatres, clubs, and concert halls, Amsterdam offers something for everyone.

National Remembrance Day

Every year on 4th May, the National Remembrance Day takes place at the Dam. Silent March; City Hall Square, 18.00 hours Every year, the mayor of Amsterdam along with hundreds of people take part in a silent march from the City Hall ...

National Mills Day

The National Mill Day, celebrated annually on the second weekend of May, is a festive day when hundreds of wind and water mills across the Netherlands open their doors to the public. This event, which has been organised since the 1970s, celebrates the country's rich milling history and attracts thousands of visitors ...

Kwaku Festival

Every year, Nelson Mandela Park in Amsterdam Zuidoost transforms into a vibrant hub of culture and festivity during the Kwaku Festival. This summer festival has grown into one of the largest multicultural festivals in the Netherlands, celebrated over four weekends in ...