Experience the distinguished allure of Amsterdam, a city renowned for its unique charm and cultural significance. Immerse yourself in one of the most noteworthy experiences that Amsterdam has to offer. Discover the iconic canals that gracefully traverse the city, providing an exquisite and scenic setting for your exploration. Engage in a refined boat tour or enjoy a peaceful walk along the historic waterways, adorned with remarkable architecture and lively cafes, which together create an enduring impression of this extraordinary destination.

As we approach 2025, the year promises to be filled with exciting milestones, achievements, and reasons to rejoice. Whether it’s personal accomplishments, community events, or global breakthroughs, there’s no shortage of opportunities to come together and celebrate the progress made over the years. From family gatherings to large-scale festivals, 2025 is shaping up to be a year of reflection, gratitude, and hope for the future. Looking ahead, one key aspect of the celebrations in 2025 will revolve around sustainability initiatives. With a growing emphasis on preserving our planet, many events and gatherings are expected to incorporate eco-friendly practices. From zero-waste festivals to carbon-neutral events, these celebrations will not only bring people together but also inspire collective action for a greener and more sustainable world. It’s a chance to celebrate in style while leaving a positive impact for generations to come.

January 17-February 22, 2025  

Candlelight Concerts

A distinguished series of concerts, elegantly illuminated by candlelight and performed by accomplished live musicians, hosted in some of Amsterdam's most renowned and iconic venues.

January 18, 2025

National Tulip Day

The official start of tulip season is here! Visit the specially designed garden on Dam Square, where everyone is welcome to pick free tulips and enjoy the vibrant celebration.

March 8-9, 2025

IJ-Hallen Flea Market

Explore the largest flea market in Europe, hosted at the iconic NDSM shipyard in Amsterdam Noord. With over 500 stalls, you'll find an eclectic mix of home furnishings, vintage clothing, records, antiques, toys, and so much more—all at unbeatable prices.

March 20-May 11, 2025

Keukenhof Gardens

Renowned as the world's most famous flower exhibition, this breathtaking park, nestled between Amsterdam and The Hague, boasts millions of vibrant daffodils, hyacinths, and tulips in full bloom.

April 1-7, 2025

National Museum Week

Over 500 museums nationwide provide complimentary or significantly reduced admission fees.

Specializing in the latest trends within mainstream Spanish cinema, as well as independent, artistic, and experimental films originating from Spain and Spanish-speaking Latin America.

April 4-6, 2025

Amsterdam Wine Festival

Taste and choose from 300 wines at the iconic Centrale Markthal building. With many live music bands and DJs.

April 27, 2025 and night before

King's Day   Koningsdag

Large-scale celebrations with many outdoor parties and concerts, special events and 'free market' (vrijmarkt) across the city.

April 1-30, 2025

Tulp Festival

Follow a route by foot or bike along parks and squares, lanes and canals, gardens and beds where you can find tulips in open ground or in beautiful big pots.

April 30-May 4, 2025

KunstRAI   40th edition

A showcase of contemporary independent art, applied arts, and design.

May 4

Remembrance Day   Dodenherdenking

Join us at the National Monument on Dam Square as we come together to honor and remember the soldiers and civilians who lost their lives during World War II.

May 23-24, 2025

Amsterdam Piano Duo Festival

Experience the magic of classical music and jazz performed on two or four grand pianos in the enchanting setting of De Duif church, nestled beside the picturesque Amstelveld.

Over 500 museums nationwide provide complimentary or significantly reduced admission fees.

May-October

Electric Tram Museum Amsterdam

Go back in time with a ride on a historic tram from Amsterdam, The Hague, Rotterdam, Utrecht, Groningen, Vienna or Prague.

June 14, 2025

Open Tower Day   Open Toren Dag

Monumental and modern towers open their doors to the public + Photo and Film Contest



July 26 - August 3, 2025

Amsterdam Pride

One of the biggest and most special gay prides around the globe, with street parties all weekend long, the best club circuit parties and the famous Canal Parade on Saturday.

July 26 - August 3, 2025

Amsterdam Pride

One of the biggest and most special gay prides around the globe, with street parties all weekend long, the best club circuit parties and the famous Canal Parade on Saturday.

August 2, 2025

Canal Parade

A colourful and festive parade of decorated boats sailing through Amsterdam's canals, a key part of Amsterdam Pride.

August 15- 24th

Grachtenfestival

Largest classical music festival in the Netherlands. Stage for young musicians from all over the world, with smaller scale concerts in houses and monuments in the historical centre of Amsterdam and along the banks of the River IJ.

August 20-24, 2025

Sail 2025

800+ ships, crew members, and visitors from around the world will come together to celebrate nautical history and diverse worldviews.

Zaterdag 1 november 2025

Museum Night 19:00-02:00

 

Museum Night Amsterdam returns in 2025 with the 25th edition. The Amsterdam museums open their doors on the first Saturday of November during Museum Night Amsterdam. Inspired by the permanent collection or temporary exhibitions, the participating museums have put together a special program, with music, workshops and special tours.

April 1-7, 2025

National Museum Week

Over 500 museums nationwide provide complimentary or significantly reduced admission fees.

April 1-7, 2025

National Museum Week

Over 500 museums nationwide provide complimentary or significantly reduced admission fees.

“De overnachting aan boord van houseboat Amstel was een unieke ervaring. Het kabbelende water zorgde voor een rustgevende sfeer die ik niet snel zal vergeten.”

[Jan Jansen]