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Events & Festivals

Find cultural celebrations and annual events and festivals in Amsterdam, from rowdy Queen's Day festivities to more solemn observances for fallen World War II heroes.
  1. Fall Events and Festivals (6)
  2. Spring Events and Festivals (9)
  3. Summer Events and Festivals (3)
  4. Winter Events and Festivals (5)

When to Go to Amsterdam - Highlights of Annual Events and Festivals

Want to take part in one of Amsterdam's many festivals or celebrations? Use this seasonal guide to help you decide when to visit the city. From Queen's Day to summer's cultural calendar, find highlights of Amsterdam's most popular events, festivals and holidays.

Open Studios Weekends in Amsterdam

Don't miss the chance to see artists in their workspaces and explore different areas of Amsterdam on these Open Studios weekends.

Restaurant Week, The Netherlands' Semi-Annual Restaurant Event

One thousand of the best restaurants in the Netherlands - 150+ in Amsterdam alone - offer discounted prix fixe menus for Restaurant Week.

Museumweekend - A Weekend of Free & Discounted Museum Entry

Museumweekend, held each April, allows museum lovers to check out hundreds of museums across the Netherlands for free or with discounted admission.

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