Amsterdam delights with a creative festival culture along picturesque canals: electronic music festivals, art events and lively street celebrations. The Dutch capital offers a wide range of events for open-minded visitors throughout 2026/2027.
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Illustrative photo Hatsune Miku plays AFAS Live in Amsterdam on Sunday, 15 November 2026, as part of MIKU EXPO 2026 EUROPE. The virtual singer’s steampunk concert starts at 20:00 at Johan Cruijff Boulevard 590. General admission is listed from 67.32 euro via Ticketmaster.
Illustrative photo On November 15, 2026, Sinterklaas arrives in Amsterdam once again. This free event opens with a boat parade along the Amstel River and closes with a festive procession all the way to Leidseplein.
Illustrative photo Jessie Ware brings The Superbloom Tour to AFAS Live in Amsterdam on Saturday, 21 November 2026. The show starts at 20:00 and blends disco, soul and modern pop; tickets start at 49.37 euros via Ticketmaster.
Illustrative photo The Pretty Reckless play the Dear God Tour at AFAS Live in Amsterdam on 23 November 2026 at 20:00, with Yonaka in support. Face-value tickets listed by the venue run from 60 to 80 euros.
Illustrative photo Amsterdam Light Festival Edition 15 runs from 26 November 2026 to 17 January 2027, lighting up the historic canals with around 20 artworks by international artists. Free to view on foot; canal cruises from approx. €27.50.
Illustrative photo Beth Hart plays a seated blues, rock and soul concert at AFAS Live in Amsterdam on 1 December 2026 at 20:00. Tickets start at €78.54. An extra show follows on 4 December 2026, also at 20:00 in the same venue.
Illustrative photo beabadoobee plays The Powerlines Tour on 2 and 3 December 2026 at 20:00 at AFAS Live in Amsterdam. Violet Grohl is the support act. The show centres on the album Pylon. Tickets start at €54.98 including fees.
Illustrative photo From 3 to 27 December 2026, Ice*Village Amsterdam at Museumplein combines a modern Christmas market, delicious food stands, and a scenic open-air ice rink right in front of the Rijksmuseum.
Illustrative photo Beth Hart plays a separate added show at AFAS Live in Amsterdam on 4 December 2026 at 20:00. This seated blues, rock and soul concert is not interchangeable with the 1 December date. Tickets start at €78.54.
Illustrative photo The Amsterdam Winter Paradise takes place from December 12, 2026 to January 2, 2027 at RAI Amsterdam. The Netherlands' biggest winter festival features ice rinks, a light paradise, a Ferris wheel and an evening stage program.
New Year's Eve 2026/2027 in Amsterdam centres on free Electric Fireworks on Museumplein, the Dam Square countdown and professional displays at Sloterplas, IJburg and Weesp. 31 December 2026 leads into 1 January 2027 with lights, music and eco-fireworks. Consumer fireworks remain banned; clubs and cruises need separate tickets.
Illustrative photo New Year’s Eve clubs in Amsterdam 2026/2027: ticketed nights at H7 Warehouse, Q-Factory, Escape, Gashouder, AFAS Live (FYM × Teletech), The Other Side (Happy Feelings) and Paradiso – plus a public countdown at Museumplein. Consumer fireworks are banned; book early via official organisers.