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 The PINT Bockbierfestival 2026 takes place on 2 and 3 October at De Hallen Studio’s in Amsterdam. The 44th edition offers more than 40 bock beers, a EUR 27.50 starter pack, and opening hours of 17:00–22:00 on Friday and 13:00–22:00 on Saturday.
Illustrative photo The Bokbierfestival Amsterdam 2026 takes place on October 2 and 3 at De Hallen Studio's. More than 40 Dutch bock beers invite visitors to taste their way through an evening of autumn atmosphere.
Illustrative photo Pelusa Bierstube takes place on 3 October 2026 at gastropub Pelusa, Leen Jongewaardkade 41, Amsterdam. For one evening the venue serves a German set menu (EUR 39.50), lagers and a classic Bierstube atmosphere. Reserve a table in advance at pelusa.amsterdam.
Illustrative photo Gollem's Oktoberfest 2026 takes place on 3–4 October at Gollem's Proeflokaal on the Overtoom in Amsterdam. Festbier, German food and schlager fill the pub for two days. Admission is listed as free by I amsterdam; reserve a table in advance.
Illustrative photo From 21 to 25 October 2026, Amsterdam Dance Event celebrates its 30th anniversary with over 1,200 events, 300 venues and 3,300 artists, turning Amsterdam into the global capital of electronic music.
Illustrative photo Awakenings ADE 2026 brings eight techno shows to the Sugarfactory near Amsterdam from October 21 to 25, featuring names like Adam Beyer, Jeff Mills and Joris Voorn during Amsterdam Dance Event.
Illustrative photo DGTL ADE 2026 takes place from October 22 to 25 in Amsterdam, spread across the NDSM Warehouse and the Kromhouthal. This sustainability driven techno and house festival brings eight standalone events to the historic former shipyard.
Illustrative photo Into the Woods ADE 2026 takes over NDSM Wharf in Amsterdam on 23–24 October: two days of techno, house and disco across seven indoor stages, 13:00 / 12:00 to 23:00. Tickets from about 75 euro at ade.intothewoods.nl.
Illustrative photo AMF 2026 is ADE’s EDM stadium night: 24 October 2026 at Johan Cruijff ArenA in Amsterdam, with David Guetta (The Monolith), Armin van Buuren, Afrojack and more. Regular doors 21:00, finish around 06:00; tickets at amf-festival.com.
Illustrative photo On November 7, 2026, more than 70 museums across Amsterdam stay open from 19:00 to 02:00. With a single ticket, visitors can enjoy one full night of art, music and unique programming.
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 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.