Melkweg

concert hall

Multi-room music venue and cultural centre housed in a former dairy near Leidseplein, featuring four music halls (including a main hall with up to about 1,500 capacity), a cinema, restaurant and exhibition space. Known for live music, club nights, film screenings and festivals.

Melkweg, 234a, Lijnbaansgracht, Centrum, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Nederland, 1017 PH, Nederland
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Music~28 events/month

Upcoming Events (37)

Snelle

Fri, 9 Oct 2026

Snelle storms Melkweg in Amsterdam with Nederpop energy and catchy hooks, a Dutch-pop anthem delivery that blends heartfelt storytelling with high-energy crowd moments.

Future Palace

Fri, 9 Oct 2026

Future Palace headlines Melkweg in Amsterdam, supported by As Everything Unfolds and Luna Kills, weaving post-hardcore, electronic, and metal into a genre-smashing, high-octane night.

Bill Callahan

Sat, 10 Oct 2026

Bill Callahan brings intimate alt-folk to Melkweg Amsterdam, where hushed guitars and a smoky voice turn the venue into a warm, introspective listening room.

DJ Krush

Sat, 10 Oct 2026

DJ Krush delivers an immersive night blending trip-hop, hip-hop and electronic textures at Melkweg in Amsterdam. Expect cinematic, moody beats, intricate samples, and a vinyl-forward live show that fuses atmospheric grooves with punchy rhythm.

De Kift

Sun, 11 Oct 2026

Dutch ensemble De Kift performs a brass-fueled blend of fanfare, ska, and funk at Melkweg. Expect high-energy brass, punchy rhythms, and a lively, festive night in Amsterdam.

DeVotchKa

Tue, 13 Oct 2026

DeVotchKa storms Amsterdam's Melkweg with indiefolk, gypsy-punk and lush orchestration, blending Balkan brass, cinematic strings and moody storytelling into a spellbinding, nocturnal concert.

Des Rocs

Thu, 15 Oct 2026

Des Rocs delivers high-energy alternative rock and rock-'n-roll at Melkweg in Amsterdam. Support act Finn Forster sets the tone for an electric night of guitar-driven tunes in a renowned venue.

Kid Francescoli

Fri, 16 Oct 2026

Kid Francescoli brings electropop and indie-pop vibes to Melkweg in Amsterdam. A synth-driven, energetic live show in a storied venue, blending catchy hooks with danceable rhythms and crowd-ready choruses.

Myles Sanko

Fri, 16 Oct 2026

Soul-jazz sensation Myles Sanko headlines an intimate indoor show at Amsterdam's iconic Melkweg, delivering groove-heavy vocals, lush horn lines, and irresistible grooves that make this all-evening concert a standout.

Fanfare Ciocărlia

Sat, 17 Oct 2026

Fanfare Ciocărlia blasts Balkan brass energy through Melkweg’s iconic rooms, a feverish parade of gypsy tempo and roaring rhythms that turns Amsterdam into a dancing carnival.

Walter Trout

Wed, 28 Oct 2026

Walter Trout lights up Amsterdam’s Melkweg with blistering blues-rock, gnarly riffs and gritty vocal wails under neon glow, delivering a sweaty, high-voltage set fans will talk about for years.

Jon Allen & the Luna Kings

Wed, 28 Oct 2026

Jon Allen & the Luna Kings fuse warm Americana and smoky blues on the Melkweg stage in Amsterdam, weaving stories with slide guitar, lush harmonies, and a rootsy vibe that hums through the venue.

Melanie C

Thu, 29 Oct 2026

Pop icon Melanie C delivers a high-energy Britpop and 90s dance-pop show at Melkweg in Amsterdam on 29 October 2026, bringing nostalgic hits to an iconic concert venue with punchy live arrangements.

Frank Boeijen

Sun, 1 Nov 2026

Experience Dutch singer-songwriter Frank Boeijen live at Melkweg in Amsterdam as he delivers Nederpop and kleinkunst. This intimate concert blends melodic Dutch pop with storytelling at the iconic venue on 1 November 2026, offering a nostalgic night for fans of classic Dutch songs.

The Home Team

Sun, 1 Nov 2026

The Home Team at Amsterdam’s Melkweg blends pop, punk, and metal into a high-energy show, punching through riffs and singalong hooks in a venue famous for its eclectic, intimate-like crowd energy.

Picture This

Mon, 2 Nov 2026

Picture This headlines Melkweg in Amsterdam with indie folk and pop-rock hooks, a sunlit, anthemic night where candid vocals meet jangly guitars under the venue's buzzing, clubby atmosphere.

Digitalism

Thu, 5 Nov 2026

Digitalism, the indie-dance and synthwave duo, headlines Melkweg in Amsterdam for a high-energy electronic night. Expect pulsating beats, neon-lit vibes, and crowd-pleasing hooks that fuse club-ready rhythms with retro synth textures in the venue’s iconic space.

Alceu Valença

Thu, 5 Nov 2026

Brazilian icon Alceu Valença headlines Melkweg in Amsterdam for his 80th birthday tour, delivering a lively concert of traditional pop fused with local influences in an intimate, urban venue.

The Hardkiss

Tue, 10 Nov 2026

Live concert by The Hardkiss at Melkweg in Amsterdam. A dynamic fusion of alternative rock with electronic and pop, with Felin as the opening act, set in a renowned, lively music venue.

Gavin James

Wed, 11 Nov 2026

Irish singer-songwriter Gavin James performs a live indie-folk-pop concert at Melkweg in Amsterdam, delivering heartfelt songs, soaring melodies, and intimate storytelling in a venue renowned for its lively, intimate atmosphere and superb sound.

Chris Kläfford

Fri, 13 Nov 2026

Chris Kläfford brings an intimate acoustic pop-soul show to Melkweg in Amsterdam as part of On Tour 2026, delivering soulful vocals and stripped-back guitar in a vibrant venue.

Cassia

Sat, 14 Nov 2026

Indie-pop act Cassia headlines Amsterdam’s iconic Melkweg for a vibrant live show. Expect bright melodies, catchy hooks and energetic crowd-pleasers as Cassia brings indie-pop warmth to the venue on November 14, 2026.

Theatre of the Mind

Sun, 15 Nov 2026

An immersive late-night nightlife event at Melkweg in Amsterdam, titled Theatre of the Mind. Expect immersive performances intertwined with electronic music in a legendary club setting, kicking off at 23:00.

Master Boot Record / Fulci

Wed, 18 Nov 2026

Master Boot Record and Fulci headline a heavy metal/experimental night at Melkweg in Amsterdam, with AROTTENBIT as support. Expect powerful riffs, abrasive textures, and a high-energy live set in the renowned Amsterdam venue.

Salmo

Thu, 19 Nov 2026

Salmo storms Melkweg in Amsterdam with genre-bending rap, hard, fast, fearless, delivering jagged flows over brutal beats, as the famous multi-room venue crackles with pulse-raising energy.

Hilight Tribe

Sat, 21 Nov 2026

Hilight Tribe electrifies Amsterdam's Melkweg with a live psytrance experience, blending driving beats, didgeridoo, and ecstatic crowd energy in the iconic club setting.

jet van der steen

Sun, 22 Nov 2026

Jet van der Steen performs indie-pop singer-songwriter material at Melkweg in Amsterdam. This engaging live concert features intimate storytelling, catchy Dutch-language melodies, and the venue's signature eclectic atmosphere.

Elmiene

Sun, 29 Nov 2026

Elmiene brings Sounds For Someone to Melkweg in Amsterdam, weaving intimate singer-songwriter warmth with neo-soul and R&B textures for a velvet, late-night set that feels both personal and expansive.

Bilal

Tue, 8 Dec 2026

Bilal performs at Melkweg in Amsterdam, celebrating 25 years since his debut 1st Born Second with a seamless blend of jazz, soul and R&B. Expect silky vocals, lush grooves, and a high-energy live show in an intimate venue.

Mammoth

Sat, 12 Dec 2026

Mammoth rocks Melkweg Amsterdam with thunderous hard rock riffs, soaring melodies, and a special guests Florence Black lighting up the stage in a high-octane night of metal mayhem.

Dayseeker

Fri, 18 Dec 2026

Dayseeker headlines a heavy rock/post-hardcore night at Amsterdam's Melkweg, with Northlane and Siamese supporting, delivering crushing riffs and an electrifying crowd in an iconic venue.

Luminosity 19 Year Anniversary

Sat, 19 Dec 2026

Luminosity marks its 19-year anniversary with a high-energy trance-club night at Melkweg in Amsterdam. Expect pounding electronic beats, immersive lighting, and a festive atmosphere in a legendary venue.

New Model Army

Sun, 20 Dec 2026

Experience New Model Army live at the Melkweg in Amsterdam. A dynamic blend of folk, punk and metal drives a high-energy night in a legendary venue, with punchy guitars, commanding vocals, and an electric crowd.

Smells Like Nirvana

Sat, 16 Jan 2027

Experience a high-energy night at Melkweg in Amsterdam as 'Smells Like Nirvana' delivers Nirvana's alt-rock, indie and grunge classics live, with thunderous guitars and a shared sense of nostalgia in an iconic venue.

SameZitting

Sat, 16 Jan 2027

SameZitting at Melkweg in Amsterdam is a Carnaval-themed music night with festive, high-energy performances inside the renowned venue. Expect danceable sets, vibrant stage production, and a carnival atmosphere that turns the club into a celebration of music and nightlife.

Infloyd

Sun, 31 Jan 2027

Infloyd delivers a psychedelic rock tribute to Pink Floyd at Melkweg in Amsterdam. Enjoy immersive visuals, faithful recreations of classic tracks, and a vibrant late-evening live show at this iconic indoor venue.

Keywest

Sun, 7 Feb 2027

Keywest storms Melkweg in Amsterdam with sunny folkpop, indiepop vibes and jangly guitars, delivering bright harmonies and laid-back storytelling that lights up the venue’s club walls.