Events in Amsterdam

Move Ya Body: The Birth of House (2025)

Wed, 6 May 2026

Melkweg

Film

Screening of Move Ya Body: The Birth of House at Melkweg in Amsterdam. This lively music documentary traces the birth of house in the 1980s through archival footage and interviews, celebrating club culture, dance floors, and the genre’s tracks that changed nightlife.

Amsterdam Ziggo Dome May 2026 Rock/Pop Concerts

Wed, 6 May 2026

Ziggo Dome

Music

An indoor multi-artist concert series at Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam this May 2026, featuring Rufus Du Sol (May 6), The Neighbourhood (May 8), Olivia Dean (May 9), Conan Gray (May 14) and The Dire Straits Experience. A high-energy night of pop and electronic sounds in a famous stadium—tickets available via the promo link.

Evert Wilbrink: Boekpresentatie – Hoe ik mijn naam kwijt raakte

Wed, 6 May 2026

Q-Factory

Literature

Dutch author Evert Wilbrink presents his life story in a new book, tracing six decades in the music industry—from marketing to managing and promoting artists. The event at Q-Factory in Amsterdam offers behind-the-scenes anecdotes and insider glimpses, including ties to Joan Jett and Herman Brood, in a lively literary evening.

Jessica Baio

Wed, 6 May 2026

Melkweg

Music

At Amsterdam's iconic Melkweg, Jessica Baio delivers a sparkling blend of pop, teenpop, and singer-songwriter moments, turning the neon-lit stage into an intimate, high-energy night that proves the city still loves fresh, catchy storytelling.

DISSOLVE

Wed, 6 May 2026

Melkweg

Music

DISSOLVE bursts through Melkweg in Amsterdam with indie/alternatif vibes, featuring Hüzyn, John Doe, Yan Lâle, Cavolo Nero and Icra, a night of raw guitars, bold energy, and intimate, memorable live moments.

Mitski @ AFAS Live

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 22:00

AFAS Live

Music

Experience Mitski at Amsterdam's AFAS Live, where razor-edged indie rock collides with art-pop somberness and poised vocals, turning the cavernous venue into an intimate, luminous night framed by moody lights and a fearless, magnetic stage presence.

Podcastakademie: Mixen en masteren

Wed, 6 May 2026

Tolhuistuin

Workshop

Learn from podcast-maker Marius Kooij how post-production in your editing software can improve the audio quality of your recordings.

KIEM: Nederlandstalige singer-songwriters

Wed, 6 May 2026

Theater Bellevue

Music

KIEM brings an intimate evening of Nederlandstalige singer-songwriters to Theater Bellevue in Amsterdam. Expect intimate acoustic performances, storytelling through song, and a warm venue that highlights contemporary Dutch-language music.

Het Amsterdams Verbond

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 01:00

Olympisch Stadion

Nightlife

Het Amsterdams Verbond pulses at Olympisch Stadion in Amsterdam, a nightlife collective turning the iconic stadium into a throbbing dancefloor with fusion beats and citywide energy.

RÜFÜS DU SOL at Ziggo Dome, Amsterdam

Thu, 7 May 2026 at 01:00

Ziggo Dome

Nightlife

RÜFÜS DU SOL brings their melodic, synth-heavy electronic set to Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam. The evening promises immersive production, soaring crescendos, and a dynamic live performance from the Australian trio, delivering a high-energy night of dance-floor anthems in a premier venue.

Public Image Ltd.

Thu, 7 May 2026

Melkweg

Music

Public Image Ltd. storms Melkweg Amsterdam with raw post-punk energy and experimental, alternative rock textures, supported by The Jacques for a boundary-pushing night of sound and atmosphere.

Liberté Liberté

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 01:00

Studio 1, De Hallen Studios

Nightlife

Liberté Liberté erupts at 1 Amsterdam with neon-lit energy, pulsing house and techno, and a rotating slate of international DJs, pairing intimate lounges with immersive visuals for the kind of after-hours magic that defines Amsterdam nightlife.

Max Cooper @ Paradiso

Thu, 7 May 2026

Paradiso

Music

Max Cooper at Paradiso delivers immersive electronic textures and live visuals inside Paradiso's storied Amsterdam hall, a cerebral yet luminous dance journey through sound and light.

DSC Next Conference

Thu, 7 May 2026

RAI Amsterdam

Conference

DSC Next Conference brings data science and ML professionals together to explore latest advances and practical solutions in Amsterdam.

Amsterdam, NL: David Nihill at Boom Chicago

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 21:30

Boom Chicago

Comedy

David Nihill, the globe-trotting stand-up, brings his travel-inspired humor to Boom Chicago in Amsterdam for an extra show. Expect sharp cultural observations and engaging storytelling from a life lived in twelve countries.

An Evening of Today 2026

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 22:15

Muziekgebouw aan 't IJ - Grote Zaal

Music

An Evening of Today 2026 at Muziekgebouw aan 't IJ, Grote Zaal, Amsterdam, showcases young ensembles and composers in a twilight program of fresh ideas, shimmering textures, and bold premieres that fill the hall with anticipation.

Theatercollege Michiel Vos en Tim de Wit - Het Amerika van Trump

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 22:00

Internationaal Theater Amsterdam (ITA)

Theater

This theater lecture at ITA in Amsterdam, Michiel Vos and Tim de Wit present Het Amerika van Trump, delivering lively wit, sharp political analysis, and accessible storytelling about modern American society that captivates a broad audience.

Veldhuis & Kemper live at Zaantheater

Thu, 7 May 2026

Het Zaantheater

Comedy

Veldhuis & Kemper bring razor-sharp humor to Zaantheater in Zaandam, turning the stage into a whirlwind of sketches, witty banter and punchlines that feel intimate yet explosively funny.

Bella Kay

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 21:30

Paradiso

Music

Bella Kay at Paradiso, Amsterdam—an intimate indie-pop night where shimmering melodies and candid lyrics light up Paradiso's historic hall, as a rising star proves why the buzz matters.

Plastics Recycling Show Europe 2026

Wed, 6 May 2026 · All day

Paradiso

Conference

Plastics Recycling Show Europe 2026 at Paradiso Amsterdam unfolds across a buzzing expo and conference, showcasing breakthrough recycling tech, policy debates, and business deals in the historic venue.

BAD BREEDING (UK) + KLONNS (JP) + ZENOCIDE (JP) + ROBBER

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 22:00

OCCII (Onafhankelijk Cultureel Centrum In It)

Music

Anarcho-punk night at OCCII in Amsterdam features BAD BREEDING (UK), KLONNS (JP), ZENOCIDE (JP) and ROBBER—NWOJH and stompin' HC energy that erupts in a feral, roar-filled show.

Summer Wars (2009)

Thu, 7 May 2026

Melkweg

Film

Screening of Mamoru Hosoda’s Summer Wars (2009) at Melkweg as part of Kaboom Anime - Anime·Japan·Sci-fi. This animated sci-fi adventure blends family dynamics with a virtual world, offering stylish visuals and sharp storytelling in a lively cinema setting.

Grade 2

Thu, 7 May 2026

Paradiso

Music

Grade 2 storms Paradiso in Amsterdam with straight-up British punk energy, blistering guitars, rebellious shouts, and sing-along hooks echoing through the venue's iconic arches for a raucous, cathartic night.

Jewellery Making Workshop

Wed, 6 May 2026 at 20:30

Stretch & Fold

Workshop

Beginner-friendly jewelry-making workshop led by Noam Shamy at Stretch and Fold in Amsterdam, learning wire-wrapping basics, tool use, and turning a simple object into a wearable pendant.

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