Free Events in Amsterdam

The Funniest Novel Ever

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 at 19:00

ABC Amsterdam, Spui 12 1012XA

Literature

Join a playful Amsterdam book club-style session at ABC Amsterdam (Spui 12) on 24 April 2026 at 17:00, where participants vote on the funniest novel ever. A shortlist of classics and humorous picks will be pitched and debated in a lively, social literary evening.

"The Gambler" by Fyodor Dostoevsky

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 at 21:00

English Book Club Amsterdam

Community

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.

De Nationale Carrièrebeurs

Sat, 25 Apr 2026

Paradiso

Conference

De Nationale Carrierebeurs returns to Paradiso Amsterdam as the Netherlands’ largest career fair, with the 28th edition on 24–25 April 2026 at RAI Amsterdam, a two-day blend of talks, recruiters and networking.

The National Career Expo

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 · All day

RAI Amsterdam over 24-25 Apr 2026

Conference

The National Career Expo arrives at RAI Amsterdam on Apr 24–25, 2026, connecting job seekers with employers and offering on-site career guidance.

📸 Ontmoeting met vrienden & fotowandeling / Make friends & Photowalk Meetup

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 · All day

Amsterdam (op dit moment online tijdens onze fotouitdagingen)

Art

Join a worldwide online photo walk and social meetup from Amsterdam. Grab your camera or phone and join 24/7 photo challenges across the year, with monthly dates listed. A casual, community-driven photography event for friends to shoot together online.

Biologische Noordermarkt – Amsterdam Farmers Market

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 · All day

Noordermarkt

Market

Weekly outdoor organic farmers market at Noordermarkt in Amsterdam with about 30 vendors selling fresh vegetables, fruit, bread, cheese, mushrooms, meat, honey, and flowers.

Whale x Anthropic: Claude Code Hackaton - Amsterdam

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 12:00

Tech

Whale teams up with Anthropic for the Claude Code Hackathon in Amsterdam. Developers race to build Claude-powered AI solutions, collaborating and competing in a fast-paced technical challenge. The event starts at 10:00; venue to be announced; registration details via the linked page.

The Maker Market Amsterdam

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 · All day

De Hallen Amsterdam

Market

Maker Market returns to De Hallen Amsterdam for a weekend of inspiration, creativity and skilled craftsmanship. Browse local makers, chat with creators, and shop unique handmade items in a lively indoor market setting.

Colloquium Rond Jan Zwart

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 16:15

Het Orgelpark

Lecture

Colloquium Rond Jan Zwart at Orgelpark in Amsterdam invites curious minds for a thoughtful lecture on organ music and sound, pairing scholarly talk with the venue's intimate, organ-filled atmosphere.

Drag Show: Slay The Night Away with Queen Asteria

Sun, 26 Apr 2026

Lellebel: Queer Bar

Nightlife

Join a free drag show at Lellebel: Queer Bar in Amsterdam as Queen Asteria headlines Slay The Night Away. Fierce queens deliver looks, laughs, and legendary performances in an intimate nightlife setting.

The Maker Market

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 · All day

Studio 1, De Hallen Studios

Market

The Maker Market at De Hallen Amsterdam showcases handmade crafts, jewelry and art with live music; free entry, Apr 25–26, 11:00–17:00.

OZCF Sunday Market — Sunday 26 April

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 · All day

Sunday Market at Westergas

Market

Join OZCF's Sunday Market at Westergas in Amsterdam for a lively weekend market in a brand-new space. Browse local crafts and vendors, soak up a casual, family-friendly atmosphere, and enjoy the vibrant street-market vibe as the market relocates to its new venue.

"The Book Club for Troublesome Women" by Marie Bostwick

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 at 12:00

Amsterdam Women Book Club Meetup Group

Literature

Join the Amsterdam Women Book Club for a discussion of Marie Bostwick's historical fiction. Four women bond over literature, confronting personal struggles and societal expectations while celebrating female friendship in a small-town setting; a warm, thought-provoking meetup.

Sunday Market - Rokin

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 · All day

Rokin

Market

Monthly design, art, and vintage market on Amsterdam's Rokin offers a leisurely stroll through eclectic stalls, retro finds, and contemporary design in a central, pedestrian-friendly hub.

"Educated" by Tara Westover

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 at 20:30

Amsterdam Girls Book Club

Literature

Join Amsterdam Book Club for a thoughtful discussion of Educated, Tara Westover's memoir about growing up in rural Idaho and choosing education over family. The session invites readers to share reflections on resilience, learning, and identity in a friendly, inclusive setting.

KINGSNIGHT - Sunday Session

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 at 23:00

Mulligans

Music

Sunday night live music at Mulligans in Amsterdam for the famous 'Sunday Session,' featuring Thierry, Philip & John. A cozy pub vibe with a trio delivering warm, intimate tunes and great interaction starting at 9pm.

King’s Day

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 · All day

Studio 1, De Hallen Studios

Festival

Amsterdam goes orange-crazy for King's Day, a colossal street party and market where musicians, performers, and locals flood the city, turning 1 Amsterdam into a kaleidoscope of celebration.

Koningsdag Vrijmarkt

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 · All day

Tolhuistuin

Market

Join Koningsdag Vrijmarkt at Tolhuistuin in Amsterdam for a festive outdoor free market with a full children's program in the garden. Browse stalls, enjoy family-friendly activities, and celebrate King's Day in a lively, welcoming venue.

King’s Day 2026

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 · All day

Studio 1, De Hallen Studios

Market

Koningsdag 2026 erupts across Amsterdam as markets spill into the streets, orange parades wind through 1 Amsterdam, and revelers celebrate the royal birthday with music, food, and carefree chaos.

Amsterdam King's Day Orange Festival

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 · All day

Amsterdam+ nationwide

Festival

Amsterdam's annual King's Day orange-craze turns the city into a sprawling street party with outdoor markets, live music, and orange-clad crowds. The event brings locals and visitors together for a festive day of nationwide orange celebration.

Koningsdag 2026

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 · All day

Studio 1, De Hallen Studios

Market

Amsterdam roars into Koningsdag 2026 as 1 Amsterdam hosts a sprawling market day: orange-clad crowds, canal-side stalls, and live street performances turning the city into a giant festive tableau on Monday 27 April.

Kingsday Streetrave 2026 at Mr. Mokum

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 at 14:00

Mr. Mokum

Music

Kingsday street rave hosted by MR MOKUM and Ondergronds Verzetje at Mr. Mokum in Amsterdam. A daytime electronic party from 12:00–20:00 with drinks, streetwear, tattoos and art, free entry, on Haarlemmerstraat.

Expositie Klimaatverandering In Nederland

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 · All day

Podium Mozaïek

Art

A climate-change themed exhibition at Podium Mozaïek's foyer in Amsterdam, opening April 28, 2026 at 11:00. The show blends visual art with informative panels to explore climate impacts across the Netherlands and spark community dialogue.

Language Exchange Meetup @ Meet Berlage

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 at 20:30

Beurs van Berlage

Community

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.

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