34 upcoming community events
Queer Unplugged | Phone-free Hangout in Amsterdam
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 at 13:00
Volkshotel, Wibautstraat 150, 1091 GR Amsterdam, Netherlands
A welcoming queer community hangout at Volkshotel in Amsterdam, inviting attendees to unplug and connect in a relaxed, phone-free setting. Expect friendly conversations, low-key activities, and space to meet LGBTQ+ peers in a cozy hotel venue that sparks casual community vibes.
Splendor speelt Splendor – De Duif, Amsterdam
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 at 20:00
Studio 1, De Hallen Studios
Splendor speelt Splendor at De Duif, Amsterdam, a warm community night where beloved acts revisit favorites in a church-hall setting that hums with memory, laughter, and shared energy.
Expats Dog lovers: Join the Paws & Pals Walk!
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 at 13:00
the Boswinkel
Join the Expats Dog Lovers Walk at Boswinkel, Amsterdam: a monthly outdoor dog-walking meetup for expats and dog lovers. Bring your dog, a blanket, and snacks, greet hosts Paula or Nicolas, and enjoy a friendly social stroll in nature.
🇻🇳 OV Amsterdam — Meetup (Drinks + Vietnamese Dinner)
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 at 15:00
Yên Dining Bar, Van Woustraat 58, 1073 LN Amsterdam, Netherlands
A casual community meetup at Yen Dining Bar on Van Woustraat in Amsterdam, offering drinks and a Vietnamese dinner. It's a relaxed opportunity for locals and expats to connect, share stories, and enjoy good food in a friendly setting.
The Offline Club, Poolside & Sauna Hangout
Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 18:30
Stretch & Fold
Join The Offline Club for a relaxed poolside and sauna hangout at Stretch & Fold in Amsterdam. An unplugged, screens-free evening to slow time, chat with like-minded people, and enjoy a welcoming, low-key social atmosphere.
Fundraiser to launch the Sisters to Sisters project in Ethiopia
Sun, 19 Apr 2026 at 15:00
Dokhuis
A charity fundraiser at Dokhuis in Amsterdam launching the Sisters to Sisters project in Ethiopia. The evening features dinner, art and live music to raise funds and awareness for the initiative.
International Meetup at Aloha – Hawaiian Vibes
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 at 20:00
Aloha
Join the Amsterdam International Community for a Hawaiian-inspired night at Aloha. Enjoy island vibes, cocktails, tasty bites, and friendly conversation as solo attendees mingle with locals in a welcoming bar setting. A casual, sociable meetup perfect for making new friends in the city.
Guided tour Waag building
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 16:00
Waag FutureLab
Explore the historic Waag building with a guided tour during Aprilfeesten. Learn about the Waag FutureLab, its history, and ongoing projects as you tour the venue and meet the team.
Expats Thirsty Thursday @ Bar TWLV - Leidseplein
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 18:30
Amsterdam Marriott Hotel
Expand your network at Expats Thirsty Thursday, a relaxed meetup at Bar TWLV (Leidseplein) in the Amsterdam Marriott Hotel. From 18:30 to 21:30 on April 23, 2026, mingle with expats and locals over drinks in a welcoming, inclusive setting.
Community Board Games Night
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 19:00
Buurtkamer Delflandplein
A cozy monthly board games night at Buurtkamer Delflandplein in Amsterdam. Bring your favorite game or try one of the provided options; complimentary snacks keep things light as locals mingle. Sponsored by the city to foster neighborly connections.
Dungeons & Dragons Night at ABC Amsterdam
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 at 18:30
ABC Amsterdam, Spui 12 1012XA
Join an after-hours Dungeons & Dragons night at ABC Amsterdam for a multi-hour one-shot. A friendly, social tabletop adventure welcoming new players and veterans to a cozy venue packed with dice, teamwork, and fantasy storytelling.
International Pub quiz @ Coco's
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 19:00
Coco's Outback
Join the international pub quiz for expats at Coco's Outback in Amsterdam. Test your trivia skills in an English-language quiz night with prizes for the top teams; tickets required and RSVP via Meetup.
National Remembrance Day
Mon, 4 May 2026
Studio 1, De Hallen Studios
Annual National Remembrance Day silent march in Amsterdam from City Hall Square to the Dam, honoring victims with a solemn, formal ceremony.
Expats Connect: Career Switch + Networking
Wed, 22 Apr 2026 at 18:30
Moxy Amsterdam Houthavens
Expats in Amsterdam are invited to an after-work networking event to explore a career switch, receive CV feedback from recruiters, and meet peers who’ve navigated similar paths. Casual vibe with drinks, practical career strategy, and real connections in a supportive expatriate community.
National Remembrance Day
Mon, 4 May 2026
Dam Square on 4 May 2026
Outdoor civic ceremony on National Remembrance Day at Dam Square, honoring war dead with a nationwide two-minute silence at 20:00. A formal, reflective event in Amsterdam that invites residents and visitors to pause, remember, and honor history in a central public space.
"The Gambler" by Fyodor Dostoevsky
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 at 19:00
English Book Club Amsterdam
Join the English Book Club Amsterdam for a discussion of Dostoevsky’s The Gambler. Explore obsessive love, family intrigue, and the destructive lure of roulette in a casino town through this classic literary fiction, led by fellow readers in a relaxed Amsterdam setting.
A Better Future Starts in Your Neighborhood
Thu, 30 Apr 2026
De Passage
Discover how neighbors are shaping a kinder, more connected Amsterdam. From urban gardens to free exchange shops, social restaurants to repair cafés, residents are building spaces where gathering, care, and a healthier living environment go hand in hand. Join in to garden, cook, learn, share, and repair together.
Expat Singles Night Amsterdam: Meet 100 Singles
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 at 20:00
Expat Singles Night in Amsterdam offers speed dating, social drinks, and an offline dating club vibe for expats looking to meet 100 singles. A casual, sociable evening designed for adults to mingle in a welcoming expat community.
Language Exchange Meetup @ Meet Berlage
Tue, 28 Apr 2026 at 18:30
Beurs van Berlage
Join a biweekly language exchange at Meet Berlage in Amsterdam for casual conversations with native speakers, enjoy drinks and snacks, and meet new friends from around the world. Beginners to fluent speakers welcome; practice in a relaxed, social setting.
Late Spring Hike @Amsterdamse Bos
Sat, 2 May 2026 at 10:00
Restaurant de Bosbaan (near the lockers)
A 1-year anniversary hike with Hike & Pictures in Amsterdamse Bos, meeting at Restaurant de Bosbaan. This scenic spring trek through the forest offers a chance to spot wild Scottish Highland cows.
Patio – Courtyard Opening
Sat, 2 May 2026
Lofi Amsterdam
Patio – Courtyard Opening at Lofi Amsterdam invites guests to an informal outdoor courtyard gathering to kick off the season with relaxed conversation, warm ambiance, and urban vibes in a cozy Amsterdam venue.
Holy Name Retreat with Sacinandana Swami - Amsterdam - 10 May 2026
Sun, 10 May 2026 at 13:00
Vondelkerk Amsterdam
Holy Name Retreat Amsterdam 2026 at Vondelkerk invites attendees for a serene weekend with HH Sacinandana Swami Maharaja; with 100 seats available, advance reservations promise a peaceful, contemplative gathering.
Reflecting Together: An Evening with The Fiction Journal
Fri, 8 May 2026 at 17:00
American Book Center
Breugem Meeting Point
Fri, 8 May 2026 at 20:00
Studio 1, De Hallen Studios
Breugem hosts Meeting Point at 1 Amsterdam, a warm, community-focused gathering where art, music and conversation mingle in a welcoming, urban-hub atmosphere.
De Pontleven Pubquiz
Fri, 15 May 2026
Tolhuistuin
De Pontleven Pubquiz at Tolhuistuin in Amsterdam Noord offers a festive quiz night with music-and-image rounds and plenty of questions about the pont, Noord, and Amsterdam. It’s a lively, social event for Noorderlingen to test trivia, enjoy some tunes, and mingle in a welcoming atmosphere.
Avond4daagse Westerpark
Mon, 1 Jun 2026
Cultuurpark Westergasfabriek
Join the Avond4daagse Westerpark, an evening walking event in Cultuurpark Westergas, Amsterdam. A community-friendly outdoor activity along routes suitable for walkers of all ages; enjoy a casual, social atmosphere under park lights.
Springsnow Elm Tree Route Walk – Amsterdam
Sun, 31 May 2026
Join a guided walk along Amsterdam's Springsnow elm-tree route as the city bursts into white blossoms. A scenic spring stroll celebrating the season with bloom-filled streets and elm avenues from April 21 to May 31.
Offline Hangout
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 at 11:00
Kanarie Club
Escape the glow of screens with an Offline Hangout at Kanarie Club in Amsterdam, a cozy, unplugged gathering offering warm conversations, decked-out bar vibes, and a refreshing break from the digital buzz.
Fetish Pride Walk Amsterdam 2026
Sat, 25 Jul 2026 at 11:00
Amstelveld
Join the Fetish Walk at Pride Amsterdam 2026 as fetish-community members join the official Pride March, showcasing rubber, leather and more. Meet at Amstelveld at 11:00 for a colorful, inclusive procession.
Pink Ribbon Dam tot Dam Wandeltocht
Sat, 19 Sept 2026 at 07:00
Amsterdam - Zaandam
Join the Pink Ribbon Dam tot Dam Wandeltocht, a scenic charity walk from Amsterdam to Zaandam, weaving river paths with solidarity for breast-cancer awareness.
Past events listing in Amsterdam
Sat, 9 May 2026
AmsterdamNow lists a community event in Amsterdam on May 9, 2026. The entry provides limited details with no venue name, suggesting a broad city listing rather than a specific show.
NDSM Scavenger Hunt
Fri, 14 Aug 2026
NDSM-werf (NDSM Wharf)
Join a playful scavenger hunt around Amsterdam's NDSM Shipyard, solving clues and exploring the docklands with friends and fellow explorers.
Open call: looking for a sounding board
Wed, 31 Mar 2027
University of Amsterdam (UvA)
Open call from the University of Amsterdam inviting individuals to join a sounding-board for Vox Pop research. Members will provide feedback and perspectives to help shape upcoming projects; English-language participation requested. Application deadline: 31 March 2027.
Past event listing (placeholder)
Sun, 28 Mar 2027
A placeholder entry from Amsterdam Now's events agenda for Amsterdam on 2027-03-28. Lacking a venue or description, it appears to be a past listing rather than a specific program, referenced by a generic 'PREVIOUS' title. The linked page suggests a general calendar page rather than a single event.