50 upcoming sports events
FIFA World Cup 2026: USA, Canada & Mexico
Sun, 19 Jul 2026
Group F
The 23rd FIFA World Cup (2026) runs June 11–July 19 across the USA, Canada and Mexico, featuring Group F matches including the Netherlands. This listing notes tickets and schedules, with Amsterdam listed as the city context for the event.
Nijmegen Four Days Marches
Fri, 24 Jul 2026
Join the Nijmegen Four Days Marches, one of the Netherlands' premier international long-distance walking events. Up to 50,000 participants walk 30–50 km daily over four days around Nijmegen, with the 108th edition set for July 21–24, 2026.
Nijmegen Vierdaagse: International Four-Day Walk
Fri, 24 Jul 2026
Amsterdam, NH, Netherlands
Nijmegen Vierdaagse: International Four-Day Walk is a city-spanning sports odyssey, attracting up to 50,000 walkers to cover 30-50 km daily across four days around Nijmegen, July 21-24, 2026.
Ajax vs KNVB Cup winner
Sat, 1 Aug 2026
Comedy Café Netherlands
Ajax hosts the KNVB Cup winner in Amsterdam on August 1, 2026, a marquee season-opening clash against the cup champions. The outdoor match promises competitive Dutch football at an Amsterdam venue as the new season kicks off.
Johan Cruijff Schaal
Sat, 1 Aug 2026
Studio 1, De Hallen Studios
Johan Cruijff Schaal kicks off the Dutch season at 1 Amsterdam, a high-stakes clash between Eredivisie champions and KNVB Beker winners, with thunderous chants and trophy glow lighting up August.
Amsterdam Running Event – July 21–24, 2026
Fri, 24 Jul 2026
Studio 1, De Hallen Studios
Dash through canals and parks at the Amsterdam Running Event, July 21–24, 2026, hosted at 1 Amsterdam; a city-wide sports festival of routes, energy and community where every stride tells a story.
Zandvoort
Sun, 23 Aug 2026
Studio 1, De Hallen Studios
Experience the Dutch Grand Prix roar at 1 Amsterdam near Amsterdam, as Zandvoort hosts Formula 1 races 2021–25—the first homegrown F1 weekend since 1985—culminating in the 21–23 Aug 2026 spectacle.
Dutch Grand Prix at Circuit Zandvoort
Sun, 23 Aug 2026
Amsterdam, NH, Netherlands
Formula 1 returns to Circuit Zandvoort near Amsterdam, riding the Verstappen wave as the Dutch Grand Prix roars back (2021–25) for the first time since 1985, with the 21–23 Aug 2026 weekend.
Formula 1
Sun, 23 Aug 2026 at 22:00
With the rise of local star Max Verstappen
Formula 1 fever hits the Netherlands as Verstappen leads a record crowd, F1 back at Zandvoort near Amsterdam (2021–25) with the 21–23 Aug 2026 Dutch Grand Prix, joining motorsport momentum.
Dutch Grand Prix 2026 Tickets
Sun, 23 Aug 2026
Tickets for the Dutch Grand Prix 2026 in the Amsterdam area. This listing points fans to ticket availability for Formula 1 racing in the Netherlands, a premier motorsport event. Expect high-speed action, roaring engines, and a festival-like atmosphere at the famous circuit near Amsterdam.
Amsterdam City Swim
Sun, 6 Sept 2026
Amsterdam, NH, Netherlands
Amsterdam City Swim invites up to 3,000 swimmers for a 2km charity circuit through the city, offering skyline views, cheering crowds, and a feel-good, community-powered splash—next on Sep 6, 2026.
Solheim Cup: Women's golf team championship (Europe vs USA)
Sun, 13 Sept 2026
Amsterdam, NH, Netherlands
Biennial Solheim Cup women's golf showdown between Europe and the United States, Sept 7–13, 2026 at Bernardus Golf, Cromvoirt near ’s-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands.
Amsterdam Outdoor Sports: Night Skate, City Swim & Tri Amsterdam
Sun, 6 Sept 2026
A 20km organised inline skate around the streets of Amsterdam held every Friday night (20:30
Outdoor sports day in Amsterdam featuring Friday Night Skate (20km), City Swim (2km), and the Tri Amsterdam course along the Amstel River.
Dam tot Dam Loop 10-mile Run
Sun, 20 Sept 2026
Amsterdam, NH, Netherlands
Dam tot Dam Loop 10-mile Run blazes from Amsterdam to Zaandam, the world’s biggest 10-mile event drawing nearly 50,000 runners amid roaring crowds and festive citywide energy—Sept 19–20, 2026.
NN Dam tot Damloop
Sun, 20 Sept 2026 at 11:19
Dam Square, Amsterdam
The NN Dam tot Damloop blasts from Dam Square to Zaandam, the worlds biggest 10 mile race with 35,000 runners, a festival of speed through the Dutch skyline.
Olympischstadionloop Amsterdam Run 5k/10k
Sun, 23 Aug 2026 at 17:00
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Join the Olympischstadionloop, a fast 5k/10k race starting and finishing at Amsterdam's iconic Olympic Stadium. Runners weave through stadium precincts and city streets for a crowd-friendly, stadium-backed event with a festive autumn atmosphere. The 2026 edition marks the return after the 2025 cancellation.
Netherlands vs Germany
Thu, 24 Sept 2026 at 22:45
AT&T Stadium
World Cup 2026 schedule features the Netherlands women's team in key matches against Serbia, Greece, Japan, Germany, and Tunisia across multiple stadiums.
Amsterdam-Zaandam 10-mile Fun Run
Sun, 20 Sept 2026
Mass-participation running event from Amsterdam to Zaandam, billed as the world’s biggest 10-mile race with around 50,000 runners. Scheduled for September 19–20, 2026, this city-wide road race attracts locals, tourists and families for a festive, high-energy weekend of sport.
World Series of Darts Finals
Thu, 17 Sept 2026
AFAS Live
The World Series of Darts Finals take place at AFAS Live in Amsterdam, delivering a high-stakes indoor darts showdown with the sport’s top players. A premium arena experience with intense matches and live entertainment.
Netherlands vs Colombia
Sun, 20 Sept 2026
Venue TBA
International football clash: the Netherlands host Colombia in Amsterdam (venue TBA) during September 18–20, 2026. A high-profile Dutch fixture on home soil promises spirited play, fan zones, and global attention at an iconic European city venue.
Netherlands Football: Nations League & World Cup 2026
Thu, 24 Sept 2026 at 22:45
off times shown are local Dutch (CET) times
Experience Netherlands football in Amsterdam with UEFA Nations League fixtures and World Cup 2026 context. Outdoor stadium atmosphere, with matches in Sep–Nov 2026 and up-to-date ticket options via the linked page.
Dam tot Dam Loop
Sun, 20 Sept 2026 at 22:00
Popular fun-run event which includes the world’s biggest 10 mile event from Amsterdam to Zaandam attracting almost 50
Dam tot Dam Loop is a massive 10-mile running event from Amsterdam to Zaandam, part of Amsterdam’s marathon weekend with the Amsterdam City Walk and the TCS Amsterdam Marathon, drawing around 50,000 participants.
Netherlands vs Serbia
Sun, 4 Oct 2026 at 22:45
AT&T Stadium
An electric Amsterdam football night as the Netherlands clash with Serbia and Greece, with late kicks, high-speed passes, and a carnival-ready crowd underneath the buzzing stadium lights for World Cup 2026.
Charity 2km Outdoor Swim
Sun, 6 Sept 2026
Join Amsterdam's charity 2km outdoor swim, a mass-participation event for a good cause drawing up to 3,000 swimmers. Set along the city's waterways, it offers a vibrant, community-driven atmosphere with fundraising momentum and a festive crowd.
PDC Darts Event at AFAS Live (Amsterdam)
Sun, 20 Sept 2026
AFAS Live
Top professional darts players compete at AFAS Live in Amsterdam for the International PDC event, Sept 17–20, 2026. A marquee indoor tournament with high-stakes singles and doubles matches in an iconic venue, drawing darts fans from across Europe.
Dam Tot Damloop Amsterdam 8-16km
Sun, 20 Sept 2026
Studio 1, De Hallen Studios
Dam Tot Damloop Amsterdam 8-16km runs 19–20 September 2026, launching in Amsterdam and finishing in Zaandam with mini, night, and city-to-city editions, all buzzing with heart-pounding pace.
Pro bodybuilding, powerlifting and combat sports
Sun, 20 Sept 2026
RAI Amsterdam
A major multi-discipline strength and combat sports event featuring pro bodybuilding, powerlifting, strongman, MMA and boxing bouts. In its third edition, the show is held at RAI Amsterdam on September 19–20, 2026, drawing fans of athletic spectacle.
Amsterdam Marathon 2025
Thu, 15 Oct 2026
Studio 1, De Hallen Studios
The Amsterdam Marathon 2026 offers multiple race distances through Amsterdam's historic canals, starting from the Olympic Stadium, with a Kids Run and options for runners of all levels.
Amsterdam Canal Sloop Boat Race
Sat, 10 Oct 2026
Up to 140 sloop boats race a 25km course around Amsterdam’s canals. The 39th edition starts near Jan Schaeferbrug at IJhaven and weaves through Herengracht, Leidsegracht and Singelsgracht to finish at Oosterdok by the Maritime Museum, delivering a dramatic waterborne spectacle.
Golf tournaments in the Netherlands (Sept 7–13, 2026)
Sun, 13 Sept 2026
Studio 1, De Hallen Studios
Golf tournaments in the Netherlands runs Sept 7–13, 2026 across courses nationwide, culminating at 1 Amsterdam for a finale that showcases precision, strategy, and Dutch hospitality.
Grachtenrace
Sat, 10 Oct 2026
Up to 140 sloop boats race over a 25km course around Amsterdam’s canals
Grachtenrace: the 39th edition of Amsterdam's canal boat race, with up to 140 sloops racing 25km along the city’s canals from IJhaven to Oosterdok on Oct 10, 2026.
Grachtenrace: 25km canal race around Amsterdam
Sat, 10 Oct 2026
Amsterdam, NH, Netherlands
Grachtenrace returns with 25km of canal racing around Amsterdam, up to 140 sloop boats slicing past Herengracht, Leidsegracht and Singelsgracht, starting near Jan Schaeferbrug and finishing at Oosterdok by the Maritime Museum—the 39th edition.
TCS Amsterdam Marathon
Sun, 25 Oct 2026 at 21:00
The Amsterdam’s marathon event will be held on Sunday 25 Oct 2026
The TCS Amsterdam Marathon returns Sunday 25 Oct 2026, with runners starting and finishing at the Olympic Stadium and looping through city streets on 5km and 10km routes, cheered on by thousands.
Marathon Amsterdam
Sun, 18 Oct 2026
Studio 1, De Hallen Studios
Amsterdam Marathon is the annual global running festival through the Dutch capital, attracting elite runners and thousands of enthusiasts since 1975. The route weaves past iconic canals and city landmarks, with enthusiastic spectators turning streets into a party.
Netherlands vs Greece
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 at 21:45
AT&T Stadium
World Cup 2026 action surges as the Dutch women's team headlines fixtures across arenas, from Dallas to Houston, with fans rallying on big screens, orange glow, and electric live energy.
Euro Muscles Show
Sun, 20 Sept 2026
Event featuring pro bodybuilding
Pro bodybuilding and combat sports event at RAI Amsterdam featuring MMA and boxing, plus the Rowing Grachtenrace and rugby; 3rd edition in Amsterdam on Sep 19–20, 2026.
Darts tournament in Amsterdam (Sep 17–20, 2026)
Sun, 20 Sept 2026
Studio 1, De Hallen Studios
Darts fans unite for a four day showdown at 1 Amsterdam, as top players from around the world throw razor sharp darts in Sep 17-20, 2026, with electric crowds and Dutch hospitality lighting up the arena.
Amsterdam City Walk & Marathon Weekend
Sat, 24 Oct 2026 at 22:00
Studio 1, De Hallen Studios
Amsterdam hosts a weekend of city walks (10–33 km) and the TCS Amsterdam Marathon, with runs starting and finishing at the Olympic Stadium.
Padel event in Amsterdam through Oct 4, 2026
Sun, 4 Oct 2026
Studio 1, De Hallen Studios
Padel event in Amsterdam running through October 4, 2026, listed on the AmsterdamTips sport calendar. An indoor racquet-sport gathering at a central Amsterdam venue, appealing to casual players and social sport enthusiasts.
Amsterdam City Walks & Marathon Weekend
Sat, 24 Oct 2026 at 22:00
Olympic Stadium, Amsterdam
Join Amsterdam City Walks on the day before the TCS Amsterdam Marathon. Choose from 10, 14, 17, 20, 26, or 33 km routes starting at the Olympic Stadium and discover Amsterdam’s highlights on foot. The marathon itself takes place Sunday, finishing at the Olympic Stadium.
Amsterdam gymnastics event
Sun, 25 Oct 2026 at 02:00
Studio 1, De Hallen Studios
An energetic Amsterdam gymnastics event at 1 Amsterdam showcases cutting-edge routines and a vibrant crowd, blending sport and spectacle in a contemporary venue that hums with city-night magic.
2026 PSO Netherlands Pole Championships
Sat, 21 Nov 2026 at 10:00
Theaterdeomval.Nl
The world’s largest pro-am pole-dancing championship comes to Theater de Omval in Amsterdam. Watch elite competitors push athletic limits in pole sports, with Amsterdam hosting the 2026 PSO Netherlands Pole Championships; volunteer and judge spots are available.
Amsterdam City Walk
Sat, 17 Oct 2026 at 11:00
Olympisch Stadion
Amsterdam City Walk winds through the city by Olympisch Stadion, offering 10, 14, 17, 20, 26 and 33 km routes the day before the marathon, inviting walkers and runners to train, chat, and soak in city light.
Amsterdam City Walks (10–33 km)
Sat, 24 Oct 2026
Amsterdam, NH, Netherlands
Amsterdam City Walks offer 10–33 km routes through city highlights the day before the Amsterdam Marathon, with longer walks starting at the Olympic Stadium.
Amsterdam sports calendar listing
Thu, 24 Sept 2026 at 22:45
An Amsterdam Tips sport calendar entry for 24 September 2026 at 20:45. The venue is To Be Announced, with updates to follow. This generic listing hints at an evening sports event in Amsterdam and invites locals and visitors to check back for exact venue and details.
Jumping Amsterdam: Indoor International Equestrian Championship
Sun, 31 Jan 2027
Amsterdam, NH, Netherlands
Indoor international equestrian competition at RAI Amsterdam featuring top show-jumping and dressage riders from around the world, Jan 28–31, 2027. Four days of high-speed rounds, precision riding, and world-class sport in Amsterdam's premier venue.
Marathon Expo Amsterdam
Sat, 17 Oct 2026
RAI Amsterdam
Marathon Expo Amsterdam gathers thousands of runners and sports enthusiasts at RAI Amsterdam. Attendees collect their race bibs and explore the latest running shoes, apparel, nutrition, and performance innovations from top brands.
The International Running Expo
Thu, 5 Nov 2026
RAI Amsterdam
The International Running Expo (IRX) brings together brands, retailers, coaches and runners for a comprehensive showcase of the running industry in Amsterdam. Attendees explore the latest shoes, apparel and training tech while networking with global experts at the RAI convention center.
1928 Olympic Games
Sun, 14 Feb 2027 at 21:00
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Historic Olympisch Stadion in Amsterdam, designed by Jan Wils and built for the 1928 Olympic Games, has hosted major events from Ajax matches to European Athletics Championships and concert nights. Today it remains a 22,500-seat, multi-use venue for athletics and performances.
Olympischstadionloop 5k/10k Run – Amsterdam
Sun, 14 Feb 2027 at 21:00
Olympic Stadium / Olympisch Stadion
Join the Olympischstadionloop, a choice of 5km or 10km routes that start and finish at Amsterdam's iconic Olympic Stadium. Run through the city’s sporting heritage, enjoy stadium vibes at the finish, and join fellow runners for an accessible, festive race that suits beginners and seasoned racers alike.