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 (50)

Goose (USA)

Wed, 27 May 2026

Goose (USA) brings psychedelic rock and folk grooves to Melkweg Amsterdam, a jam-fueled voyage of twinkling guitars, roaming riffs and a contagious, danceable vibe.

No Barrier

Fri, 29 May 2026

No Barrier blasts through Amsterdam's Melkweg with a high-voltage emo-punk-metalcore club night, DJ sets and live bands fueling a frenzied, neon-drenched mosh.

Antony Szmierek

Fri, 29 May 2026

Antony Szmierek electrifies Amsterdam's Melkweg with a bold blend of spoken word, UK garage and indie vibes, a boundary-pushing night of genre-fluid energy.

Metejoor

Sat, 30 May 2026

Metejoor brings Flemish-Dutch pop energy to Melkweg in Amsterdam, fusing catchy Belgian melodies with upbeat grooves for a cross-border night of indie-pop vitality.

East Africa Conekt x Jollove

Sat, 30 May 2026

East Africa Conekt x Jollove brings Afro-Pop energy to Melkweg in Amsterdam. West and East African flavors collide for a high-energy club night with live performances and cross-cultural DJ sets that ignite the dance floor. A vibrant celebration of African rhythms in a legendary venue.

Mari Froes

Sat, 30 May 2026

Mari Froes brings MPB-pop fusion to Melkweg, Amsterdam, with lush vocals, sun-kissed melodies and shimmering percussion lighting up the iconic venue in a night of intimate, radiant storytelling.

John Vincent III

Sun, 31 May 2026

Join John Vincent III at Melkweg in Amsterdam for The Big Lettuce Tour, a vibrant night of singer-songwriter folk featuring intimate storytelling, melodic hooks, and the venue's iconic, buzzing atmosphere.

The Young Analogues

Mon, 1 Jun 2026

The Young Analogues deliver a high-energy rock-’n’-roll tribute show at Melkweg in Amsterdam on 1 June 2026. A lively live concert celebrating classic rock with tight guitar riffs and crowd-pleasing favorites. A night of retro vibes in one of Amsterdam’s iconic music venues.

John B @ Melkweg

Mon, 1 Jun 2026

John B takes over Melkweg in Amsterdam on June 1, 2026 for a high-energy electronic drum-and-bass night. Expect pounding bass, sharp drops, and a neon-lit club atmosphere in one of the city's iconic music venues.

Bilmuri

Tue, 2 Jun 2026

Bilmuri storms Melkweg in Amsterdam with post-hardcore energy and punchy alternative rock, supported by Vianova, delivering raw riffs, fierce vocals and a mosh-ready live show.

Lalalar

Wed, 3 Jun 2026

Lalalar explode onto the Melkweg stage in Amsterdam, weaving psychedelic, electronic and indie grit as Kaynaş Club curates a luminous night of trippy synths, rambunctious guitars, and trance-like euphoria.

Ascension presents Svdden Death

Fri, 5 Jun 2026

Ascension brings Svdden Death to Amsterdam's Melkweg for a bass-heavy club night, with Ivory, Deadroom, Elle Rich, Moldae, Neo (140 Set) and R4YGE spinning trap, bass and dubstep into a neon-lit, floor-shaking celebration.

Svdden Death @ Melkweg

Fri, 5 Jun 2026

Brace for bone-shaking bass as Svdden Death storms Melkweg in Amsterdam, a dark, ultraprint night of heavy bass and neon-strobe rhythms that pulse through the iconic venue.

Rootsriders feat. Mo Ali

Fri, 5 Jun 2026

Rootsriders feat. Mo Ali lights up Amsterdam's Melkweg with a Bob Marley tribute, two decades in the making, blending reggae grooves, soulful harmonies and classic rhythms under vibrant club energy.

Blendsworld

Sat, 6 Jun 2026

Blendsworld delivers Afro House and Afro Tech at Melkweg in Amsterdam. A high-energy electronic night featuring Afro rhythms and cutting-edge beats inside a renowned indoor venue, perfect for fans of club culture and live DJ-driven sets.

BIXARIA

Sat, 6 Jun 2026

BIXARIA at Melkweg Amsterdam invites you to a Queer Brazilian Club Night, a fearless blend of LGBTQIA+ performance, experimental sound, and dance—pulsing through Melkweg’s iconic rooms for an inclusive late-night spectacle.

Letlive.

Mon, 8 Jun 2026

Letlive. ignite Melkweg's cavernous stage in Amsterdam with blistering post-hardcore energy and experimental edge, as raw riffs and soaring vocals collide in a night that's as intense as it is unforgettable.

Don Broco

Tue, 9 Jun 2026

Don Broco performs at Melkweg in Amsterdam, delivering a high-energy set blending alternative rock, post-hardcore, and nu metal. Expect driving riffs, punchy rhythms, and a mosh-friendly crowd in this iconic venue.

The Story So Far

Wed, 10 Jun 2026

The Story So Far headlines Melkweg in Amsterdam, with Drain supporting, delivering turbo-charged pop-punk and hardcore punk, fevered moshes, neon-lit riffs, and sing-along choruses.

YONAKA

Wed, 10 Jun 2026

YONAKA storms Melkweg in Amsterdam with Brit alt-rock and pop-punk ferocity, fierce vocals, loud guitars, and a crowd buzzing in the intimate, art-filled venue.

The Girl Who Leapt Through Time (2006)

Fri, 12 Jun 2026

Screening of Mamoru Hosoda's The Girl Who Leapt Through Time (2006), part of Kaboom Anime: Hosoda Collection in a 4K restoration. A sci-fi romance with English subtitles, shown at Melkweg in Amsterdam. A must-see for anime fans seeking vivid animation and timeless storytelling.

Billy Talent

Sat, 13 Jun 2026

Billy Talent storm the Melkweg in Amsterdam, celebrating Billy Talent II's 20th anniversary with high-octane punk and raw alternative rock, neon lights, crowd-surfing anthems and an electric, mosh-ready atmosphere.

Zer00's Heroes

Sat, 13 Jun 2026

Zer00's Heroes light up the Melkweg with the biggest 00s hits on the dancefloor, a club-night of Zeroes, glittering remixes, and nostalgic synths fueling a high-energy, crowd-pleasing night.

Don West

Mon, 15 Jun 2026

Don West brings Soul Cinematisch vibes to Melkweg in Amsterdam, weaving soulful grooves, cinematic arrangements and intimate storytelling into a high-energy set in one of the city's iconic venues.

Celine Cairo

Thu, 18 Jun 2026

Celine Cairo serenades Melkweg with dreamy indie-pop and intimate singer-songwriter craft, as warm guitar lines and airy vocals drift through Amsterdam's iconic pop venue.

Phantogram

Fri, 19 Jun 2026

Phantogram storm Melkweg with a lush blend of electropop, shimmering shoegaze and trip-hop bite, weaving hypnotic hooks through Amsterdam’s iconic, buzzing venue.

1984 Night at the Arcade

Fri, 19 Jun 2026

1984 Night at the Arcade rocks Melkweg in Amsterdam with David Vunk, Bordello Soundsystem and Devereaux 85—house, Italodisco, and club-night energy that throws you back to a neon-soaked dancefloor.

80's Verantwoord

Fri, 19 Jun 2026

Dance the night away to iconic 80s pop hits at Melkweg in Amsterdam. This retro club night features beloved hits and forgotten gems from the decade for a vibrant, dance-floor experience.

Bloodywood

Sun, 21 Jun 2026

Bloodywood, the Indian folk-metal outfit, headlines a high-energy night at Melkweg in Amsterdam, blending aggressive metal with traditional melodies. Expect wall-of-sound riffs, rapid percussion, and crowd-pleasing folk elements in a dynamic live show.

Baco Exu do Blues

Sun, 21 Jun 2026

Baco Exu do Blues electrifies Melkweg with a fusion of MPB, Samba and Rap, a boundary pushing live set where Brazilian roots collide with urban grit and hypnotic, feverish grooves.

Kublai Khan TX

Mon, 22 Jun 2026

Kublai Khan TX storms Melkweg with brutal metalcore might, supported by Shai Hulud, Denial of Life and Volatile Ways, delivering blistering breakdowns and a moshing-ready Dutch crowd.

Molotov / Mala Rodríguez

Mon, 22 Jun 2026

Molotov and Mala Rodríguez bring high-energy Latin rock and rap to Amsterdam's Melkweg on June 22, 2026, delivering punchy Spanish-language tracks in an intimate indoor venue.

Touché Amoré

Tue, 23 Jun 2026

Touché Amoré headlines Amsterdam’s Melkweg with support from Greet Death, delivering blistering screamo and post‑hardcore intensity that fills the room with cascading guitars and thunderous drums.

Camilo

Wed, 24 Jun 2026

Camilo lights up Melkweg with Latin-pop fireworks, swaggering hooks and velvety vocals spilling across Amsterdam's iconic stage, while dancers, neon lights, and a party-ready crowd keep the night buzzing.

Lexa Gates

Fri, 26 Jun 2026

Lexa Gates erupts on the Melkweg stage in Amsterdam, blending hip-hop, rap and sultry R&B inside a buzzing, graffiti-splashed venue where high-energy hooks and intimate verses collide.

Kunstbende Finale

Sat, 27 Jun 2026atAll day

Kunstbende Finale hits the iconic Melkweg in Amsterdam for the national Young Creators Festival. A vibrant night of performances by bold young artists across music, dance, visual arts and more, celebrating fresh Dutch creativity in an intimate club setting.

Pedro Sampaio

Wed, 1 Jul 2026

Brazilian artist Pedro Sampaio headlines Melkweg in Amsterdam, delivering a high-energy set that blends baile funk and pop. Expect dancefloor-friendly rhythms, sing-along hooks, and a lively nightlife atmosphere inside the iconic Amsterdam venue.

The Bridge City Sinners

Sat, 4 Jul 2026

The Castellows

Fri, 10 Jul 2026

The Castellows blend countrypop, Southern vibes and bluegrass on Melkweg’s lively Amsterdam stage, weaving twangy strings and lush harmonies into an irresistible, sunset-tinged night with city lights.

Biohazard

Sat, 11 Jul 2026

Hard-hitting hardcore punk/metalcore double bill as Biohazard headlines with Sworn Enemy at Melkweg, Amsterdam. Expect explosive riffs, pounding drums, and a high-energy show in the venue’s iconic, intimate club atmosphere.

MonoNeon

Wed, 15 Jul 2026

Experience MonoNeon’s experimental funk live at Melkweg in Amsterdam, delivering boundary-pushing grooves, fearless guitar riffs, and a high-energy performance in the iconic venue.

Violet Chachki

Fri, 24 Jul 2026

Violet Chachki brings her drag-infused synthpop act to Melkweg in Amsterdam. A high-energy, LGBTQIA+-themed concert in an iconic indoor venue, blending glittering visuals with catchy electronic pop.

World Pride 2026 @ Melkweg

Sat, 25 Jul 2026

World Pride 2026 bursts through Melkweg with a starry night as Pabllo Vittar commands the stage in glittering Euro-pop energy, uniting music, pride, and spectacular visuals inside Amsterdam's iconic venue.

Pabllo Vittar

Sat, 25 Jul 2026

Pabllo Vittar headlines Club Vittar at the iconic Melkweg in Amsterdam, blending drag performance with glittering pop and high-energy twists under the venue's moody neon lights.

Durand Bernarr

Wed, 29 Jul 2026

Durand Bernarr commands Melkweg Amsterdam with a sultry blend of R&B, neo-soul, indie-soul and LGBTQIA+ vibes, delivering velvet vocals, lush grooves and an inclusive late-night atmosphere.

Dekmantel Festival: Darkside / Headache / Juan Atkins pres. INFINITI / NEW YORK e.a.

Thu, 30 Jul 2026atAll day

Dekmantel Festival at Melkweg Amsterdam features Darkside, Headache, Infiniti Live, New York and more with techno, house and live acts.

Mykki Blanco

Fri, 31 Jul 2026

Mykki Blanco storms Melkweg in Amsterdam, weaving queer-alternative hip-hop and rap into a high-energy night where fearless lyricism meets neon-lit stage bravado.

Rapido & Funhouse present World Pride Opening Event

Fri, 31 Jul 2026

World Pride Opening Event at Melkweg in Amsterdam features Andro G, Kingstone, Kitty Glitter, and Prisz for a Queer House/Techno club night. An electric celebration blending techno rhythms with LGBTQ+ pride vibes.

World Pride

Sat, 1 Aug 2026at01:00

World Pride lights up Melkweg with a neon-drenched lineup of international DJs and performers, turning Amsterdam's club into a rainbow-fueled dance floor of unity, energy, and late-night euphoria.

WE ARE THEM

Sun, 2 Aug 2026

WE ARE THEM at Melkweg stacks a jaw-dropping LGBTQ+ drag lineup—Alaska Thunderfuck, Brooke Lynn Hytes, Envy Peru, Janey Jacké and more—for an all-night, unapologetic celebration of drag, music, and color.