Events in Amsterdam

Sakamoto’s 1996

Thu, 7 May 2026 at 22:15

Muziekgebouw aan 't IJ - Grote Zaal

Music

Bang on a Can All-Stars celebrate Ryuichi Sakamoto with a dramatic 1996 program at Muziekgebouw aan ’t IJ, Grote Zaal in Amsterdam—electro-acoustic textures, film-score hues and orchestral mood.

De Staat van de Europese Literatuur 2026: Georgi Gospodinov

Thu, 7 May 2026 at 22:00

Spui25

Lecture

A key installment of the State of European Literature series featuring Georgi Gospodinov, discussing contemporary European fiction. Formal evening lecture at Spui25 (Universiteitsbibliotheek, Vendelstraat 2) in Amsterdam.

24kGoldn in Amsterdam

Thu, 7 May 2026 at 23:30

Paradiso

Music

24kGoldn headlines Paradiso in Amsterdam for a high-energy hip-hop show, performing Mood, Valentino and City of Angels in the iconic venue on May 7, 2026, delivering infectious hooks and a night of urban-pop energy.

Max Cooper 3D/AV Live

Thu, 7 May 2026 at 22:30

Paradiso

Music

Max Cooper's 3D/AV Live audiovisual show storms Paradiso in Amsterdam, pairing immersive visuals with intricate electronic soundscapes from the London-based producer—an electrifying, otherworldly night where sight and sound fuse.

The Neighbourhood @ Ziggo Dome

Fri, 8 May 2026

Ziggo Dome

Music

The Neighbourhood at Amsterdam's Ziggodome delivers moody indie rock, soaring choruses and neon-lit energy that fill the arena with a pulsating, city-sized concert vibe.

Concertgebouw Orchestra Essentials: Nathalie Stutzman conducts Brahms’ Fourth Symphony

Fri, 8 May 2026

Concertgebouw

Music

Conductor Nathalie Stutzman leads the Concertgebouw Orchestra in Brahms’ Fourth Symphony as part of the Concertgebouw Orchestra Essentials series in Amsterdam. A refined evening of rich orchestral textures, precise interpretation, and the grandeur of late-Romantic repertoire.

Joey Baron, Robyn Schulkowsky & Otomo Yoshihide

Thu, 7 May 2026 at 22:00

Studio 1, De Hallen Studios

Music

Joey Baron, Robyn Schulkowsky & Otomo Yoshihide fuse avant-jazz and noise at 1 Amsterdam, a boundary-pushing quartet where blistering drums meet achingly quiet textures in a fearless, immersive soundscape.

24kGoldn

Fri, 8 May 2026

Paradiso

Music

American rapper 24kGoldn headlines Paradiso in Amsterdam, delivering a melodic, genre-bending set that fuses rap, pop and indie swagger under Paradiso's iconic arches.

WAHJ Live Performance Premiere

Thu, 7 May 2026 at 20:00

OT301

Music

Experience the premiere of WAHJ's live electronic set at OT301 Studios in Amsterdam. Toni Geitani (featuring Spooky J) and YA Z AN bring a high-energy, immersive electronic performance to a vibrant club venue. A must-see for fans of contemporary electronic music.

"Martyr!" by Kaveh Akbar

Thu, 7 May 2026 at 20:30

Amsterdam Girls Book Club

Literature

Join Amsterdam Book Club for a discussion of Martyr! by Kaveh Akbar, a literary-fiction work tracing a newly sober poet as he confronts martyrdom, art, and grief while delving into family history. A thoughtful, engaging evening for readers to share insights in a cozy, book-club setting.

The John Adams presents Kaveh Akbar: A Language for Home

Thu, 7 May 2026 at 21:30

On Location: OBA, Oosterdokskade 143, Amsterdam (Theater)

Literature

Poet Kaveh Akbar headlines a poetry reading 'A Language for Home' as part of Amsterdam's month-long literature program at the OBA Theater.

NewTechKids: Try It Out Workshop for Kids

Thu, 7 May 2026 at 18:15

OBA Oosterdok (Public Library)

Tech

Kids aged 8-12 get hands-on exposure to robotics by designing, building and programming prototypes at this bilingual workshop in Amsterdam’s OBA Oosterdok Public Library. The session runs in Dutch and English, offering a friendly, library setting for young makers.

Kaveh Akbar: A Language for Home

Thu, 7 May 2026 at 21:30

TOBACCO Theater

Literature

Kaveh Akbar performs a poetry reading at OBA Theater as part of Amsterdam's Month of Literature, exploring identity, belonging, and the American psyche.

Super-Sonic Jam

Thu, 7 May 2026 at 21:30

Paradiso

Music

An improvisational jazz jam at the iconic Paradiso in Amsterdam, where boundaries fade and spontaneous performance takes the spotlight. Expect a night of loose, creative riffs, collaborative solos, and a live, intimate vibe inside the renowned venue.

Hot Since 82

Fri, 8 May 2026

Lofi Amsterdam

Music

Experience Hot Since 82 on the decks at Lofi Amsterdam. This electronic night delivers driving house and tech-house grooves, immersive lighting, and a vibrant club atmosphere in the heart of Amsterdam. A must for fans of modern house and late-night dancefloor energy.

Wesley Joseph

Thu, 7 May 2026 at 22:30

Paradiso

Music

Wesley Joseph lights up Paradiso in Amsterdam with a cinematic blend of R&B, hip-hop and pop, turning the venue's brick-walled charm into a lush, groove-forward standout that feels both intimate and boundary-pushing.

Zonneprijs #8: FRÉ, Lara, The Bird Experience, Roel

Thu, 7 May 2026 at 21:30

Paradiso

Music

Experience Zonneprijs #8 at Paradiso as rising local acts FRÉ, Lara, The Bird Experience, and Roel take the stage. An intimate, high-energy music night in Amsterdam’s iconic venue, spotlighting fresh indie-pop and alternative sounds from the city’s next wave of talent.

The traces of the Nieuwmarkt

Thu, 7 May 2026 at 19:30

Waag FutureLab

Lecture

The traces of the Nieuwmarkt at Waag FutureLab invites a thoughtful lecture tracing the district’s history through memory, urban change and architectural detail.

Rosa Brunello at Bimhuis

Fri, 8 May 2026

Bimhuis

Music

Rosa Brunello at Bimhuis brings an intimate Amsterdam night with Tamar Osborn, Marco Frattini and Enrico Terragnoli, weaving improvisation and contemporary jazz in a legendary club.

High Tea presents Souped Up Amsterdam

Fri, 8 May 2026

Melkweg

Music

High Tea presents Souped Up Amsterdam at Melkweg in Amsterdam on May 8, 2026, a high-energy Drum & Bass/Jungle club night delivering heavy bass, rapid breaks and atmospheric visuals for a late-night dance experience.

AMSTERDAM KOERDISCH FILM FESTIVAL 2026

Fri, 8 May 2026

Het Ketelhuis

Film

AMSTERDAM KOERDISCH FILM FESTIVAL 2026 unfolds at Het Ketelhuis, pairing bold Dutch cinema with intimate screenings and after-film chats that celebrate fearless storytelling in a beloved urban venue.

University of Manitoba Singers

Thu, 7 May 2026 at 15:00

English Reformed Church (Begijnhof)

Music

The University of Manitoba Singers fill Amsterdam’s English Reformed Church with rich choral harmonies and luminous tones, creating a memorable, cathedral-like concert in a historic setting.

Astronaut

Thu, 7 May 2026 at 21:30

Paradiso

Music

Astronaut at Paradiso delivers playful Dutch indie pop with breezy hooks and shimmering synths that illuminate Paradiso’s iconic stage and crowd.

Wesley Joseph

Thu, 7 May 2026 at 21:30

Bitterzoet

Music

British singer, rapper, producer and director Wesley Joseph headlines Bitterzoet in Amsterdam, delivering a dynamic live show that fuses hip-hop with cinematic sensibilities. From Ultramarine-era grooves to multi-disciplinary artistry, the night promises an intimate, high-energy experience.

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