Grachtenrace
Grachtenrace: the 39th edition of Amsterdam's canal boat race, with up to 140 sloops racing 25km along the city’s canals from IJhaven to Oosterdok on Oct 10, 2026.
Amsterdam Canal Sloop Boat Race
Up to 140 sloop boats race a 25km course around Amsterdam’s canals. The 39th edition starts near Jan Schaeferbrug at IJhaven and weaves through Herengracht, Leidsegracht and Singelsgracht to finish at Oosterdok by the Maritime Museum, delivering a dramatic waterborne spectacle.
Grachtenrace: 25km canal race around Amsterdam
Grachtenrace returns with 25km of canal racing around Amsterdam, up to 140 sloop boats slicing past Herengracht, Leidsegracht and Singelsgracht, starting near Jan Schaeferbrug and finishing at Oosterdok by the Maritime Museum—the 39th edition.
Marathon Amsterdam
Amsterdam Marathon is the annual global running festival through the Dutch capital, attracting elite runners and thousands of enthusiasts since 1975. The route weaves past iconic canals and city landmarks, with enthusiastic spectators turning streets into a party.
Amsterdam City Walks (10–33 km)
Amsterdam City Walks offer 10–33 km routes through city highlights the day before the Amsterdam Marathon, with longer walks starting at the Olympic Stadium.
Amsterdam City Walks & Marathon Weekend
Join Amsterdam City Walks on the day before the TCS Amsterdam Marathon. Choose from 10, 14, 17, 20, 26, or 33 km routes starting at the Olympic Stadium and discover Amsterdam’s highlights on foot. The marathon itself takes place Sunday, finishing at the Olympic Stadium.
Amsterdam City Walk & Marathon Weekend
Amsterdam hosts a weekend of city walks (10–33 km) and the TCS Amsterdam Marathon, with runs starting and finishing at the Olympic Stadium.
KRAFT·Premium Pounding Techno
KRAFT · Premium Pounding Techno detonates at Lagerwal, Amsterdam’s neon-lit nightlife hub, driving the dancefloor with brutal bass, hypnotic grooves and a nocturnal energy that feels like club thunder.
Dockyard Festival
Dockyard Festival at Havenpark, Amsterdam, brings an electric nightlife festival with outdoor stages and dance-ready electronic acts.
TCS Amsterdam Marathon
The TCS Amsterdam Marathon returns Sunday 25 Oct 2026, with runners starting and finishing at the Olympic Stadium and looping through city streets on 5km and 10km routes, cheered on by thousands.
Rave To The Grave – Amsterdam Halloween Boat Party
Rave To The Grave 2026 sails Halloween night from Pier 14, Amsterdam, a colossal boat party where neon LEDs, spooky visuals, and a fearless lineup lure demons and partygoers into a night afloat.
Wasteland·Halloween Ball
Wasteland·Halloween Ball storms RADION in Amsterdam, a neon-lit, high-energy night of electro and dark synth with immersive visuals, wild costumes, and club energy that never quits.
Adventurous top soloists
Nicolas Altstaedt and Kian Soltani join the Radio Philharmonic Orchestra for a program pairing a 20th-century classic with a vibrant Iranian world premiere. Held in the Grote Zaal of Muziekgebouw aan ’t IJ in Amsterdam, the concert promises refined artistry and compelling color.
Bombino
Bombino, the Nigerien guitarist and Tuareg pioneer, headlines Tolhuistuin in Amsterdam with fiery world-music guitar riffs. Expect high-energy live performances rooted in desert blues and hypnotic rhythms in an intimate venue. A must-see for fans of guitar-driven global sounds.
Theatre of the Mind
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.
2026 PSO Netherlands Pole Championships
The world’s largest pro-am pole-dancing championship comes to Theater de Omval in Amsterdam. Watch elite competitors push athletic limits in pole sports, with Amsterdam hosting the 2026 PSO Netherlands Pole Championships; volunteer and judge spots are available.
Avatar
Avatar, the renowned metal band, headlines a blistering live show at Gashouder in Amsterdam on December 1, 2026. Expect heavy riffs, theatrical stage presence, and a crowd-ready atmosphere in the venue's industrial hall setting.
Jumping Amsterdam: Indoor International Equestrian Championship
Indoor international equestrian competition at RAI Amsterdam featuring top show-jumping and dressage riders from around the world, Jan 28–31, 2027. Four days of high-speed rounds, precision riding, and world-class sport in Amsterdam's premier venue.
Funfair for all ages
Experience a lively all-ages funfair at Cultuurpark Westergas in Amsterdam, with rides, games, stalls and family-friendly attractions in a festive outdoor setting, delivering a day of laughter, thrills, and warm memories for visitors.
Prehistoric Planet: Dinosaurs at Fabrique des Lumières
Step into an immersive, dinosaur-filled universe at Fabrique des Lumières in Amsterdam, where life-size creatures glow on towering walls and a stunning fusion of art, light, and motion envelops you.
Nationale vriendinnendag
Celebrate Nationale vriendinnendag with a guided, interactive walk through Amsterdam's historic old town. Friends split into High Wine or High Beer options along the route, with reservations available. A social, relaxed day out designed for girlfriends to explore, sip, and chat together.
Sunday Market: Fill-in Sunday
A lively outdoor market in Amsterdam on a Sunday, featuring craft stalls, street-food vendors, and a playful 'Fill in Sunday' theme. The scene blends casual nightlife energy with family-friendly options, perfect for a relaxed day out with friends.
Amsterdam-area electronic music festival, Aug 2027
A massive August electronic music festival at Floriade festival grounds near Amsterdam, featuring multiple stages, 250+ artists, and a camping site over the weekend. Known since 1993, it attracts around 100,000 fans for the 31st edition.
Sail Amsterdam 2030
Sail Amsterdam 2030 brings Europe’s largest free-access nautical festival to the IJ harbour, with around 600 tall ships moored for visitors.
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