Searching for events and things to do in Amsterdam in March 2027?
March sees the beginning of spring in Amsterdam – with the world-famous Keukenhof Gardens open from 18 Mar 2027.
Our hand-picked, curated guide for both visitors and locals lists dozens of ideas – from museum exhibitions to sport and concerts.
Key events in Amsterdam in April 2027
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Springtime in the Netherlands
Keukenhof Gardens – The world famous Dutch tulip park is a must-visit with its beautiful landscaped gardens and amazing flower displays. The 2027 season runs 18 Mar to 9 May 2027.
See our Keukenhof tickets guide here
Museums & Exhibitions in Amsterdam (March 2027)
MOCO Museum – The acclaimed modern and contemporary art museum on Museumplein. Banksy: Laugh Now has a diverse selection of works from the anonymous British street artist. Reserve MOCO Museum ticket timeslots here or see our MOCO Museum guide here
Rijksmuseum – The Rijksmuseum’s extensive collection (including Rembrandt’s iconic Night Watch) is a must-see in Amsterdam. Book Rijksmuseum tickets here
Van Gogh Museum – Iconic museum with the world’s largest collection of Vincent van Gogh paintings. Book Van Gogh Museum ticket here
Anne Frank House – The canal house on Amsterdam’s Prinsengracht canal where Anne Frank wrote her famous teenage wartime diary whilst hiding from German occupation.
Can’t find a ticket timeslot for the Anne Frank house? Why not instead book the Anne Frank & Jewish Quarter walking tour (2 hours) here
STRAAT – A unique experience. The world’s biggest street art and graffiti museum in a 8,000m² warehouse at NDSM wharf and showcasing some 180 artworks, all made on-site. ART IS NOT A CRIME, Henry Chalfant: Capturing graffiti culture, NYC, 1977–1987, retrospective exhibition runs 9 Oct 2026 to 13 Mar 2027. Book your STRAAT tickets here
Stedelijk – Amsterdam’s main modern and contemporary art museum. Book Stedelijk tickets here
Banksy Museum Amsterdam – Museum in Amsterdam dedicated to the anonymous British street artist. Featuring 160 artworks including paintings and mural recreations set-in-scene. Worth a trip out to the Westerpark area. Book Banksy Museum tickets here
Rembrandt House – Visit the house where Rembrandt lived and worked. Book Rembrandt House tickets here
Rembrandt’s Amsterdam Experience – A video art experience about the life of the famous painter and reconstruction of Rembrandt’s studio on Rozengracht. Book Rembrandt’s Amsterdam Experience tickets here
Royal Palace – Visit the grand Royal Palace on Dam Square including the impressive Citizen’s Hall. Book Royal Palace tickets here
Scheepvaartmuseum – National Maritime museum hosts Crimson Gilt, an installation by visual artist Vincent Ruijters based on the East Indiaman Amsterdam. On show 17 Sep 2026 to 21 Mar 2027. Book National Maritime Museum tickets here
Amsterdam in Motion – An audio-visual mapping exhibition on Amsterdam marking the city’s 750th birthday. The 200m² model is the world’s largest multimedia ‘maquette’ of a city. Book Amsterdam in Motion tickets here
Art Zoo Museum – A new museum combining breathtaking taxidermy (animal) art from Dutch duo Darwin, Sinke & van Tongeren with a 17th century Amsterdam canal house. Book Art Zoo Museum tickets here
Nxt Museum – The first “new media art” museum in the Netherlands. Book Nxt Museum tickets here
De Nieuwe Kerk (New Church) – Queer Amsterdam, the Pink City major LGBT-themed exhibition. Runs 9 Jul 2026 to 4 Apr 2027.
Rijksmuseum Schiphol – Amsterdam airport hosts a small selection of works from the Rijksmuseum collection. The museum is located on Holland Boulevard (between Lounges 2 and 3 in non-Schengen departures) and is open 24 hours a day to passengers. Free entry
Attractions in Amsterdam
Amaze Amsterdam – An immersive 1 hour audio-visual experience spanning 3,000m² with 8 separate stages. Guaranteed to stimulates the senses – from intense, interactive to relaxing and chilled. Located in an old industrial nightclub in Amsterdam’s West Port district. Book Amaze Amsterdam tickets here
Body Worlds – Fascinating display of 200 human body ‘plastinate’ specimens at the venue on Damrak in central Amsterdam. The permanent exhibition is The Happiness Project and also includes an InBody scan. Book Body Worlds tickets here
House of Bols – Stimulate your senses at the Cocktail & Genever Experience – featuring the Lucas Bols brand, which has been making liqueurs in Amsterdam since 1575. Book House of Bols tickets here
Heineken Experience – Take a guided tour around the historic Heineken brewery, one of Amsterdam’s most popular attractions. Check availability for Heineken Experience tickets here
Madame Tussauds Amsterdam – Get your celebrity fill by visiting the ever-popular wax work museum on Dam Square. Reserve Madame Tussauds Amsterdam tickets here
Amsterdam Dungeon – Interactive show featuring excellent actors and audience participation. Takes you through dark dungeon-themed rooms from Amsterdam’s murky past – scary but with a comic element. Book Amsterdam Dungeon tickets here
Amsterdam City Passes
If you’re planning to visit multiple attractions in Amsterdam, consider one of these city passes:
| Most museums + city transport | Includes attractions + tours |
| I amsterdam City Card | GO City Amsterdam All-Inclusive Pass |
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| 1/2/3/4/5 days | 1/2/3/5 days |
| 24 hours basis | calendar day basis |
| €65-€135 | €79-€209 |
| 70 museums | 30 attractions |
| includes GVB transport | |
| Book here | Book here |
| I amsterdam City Card info | GO City Amsterdam Pass info |
*both include canal cruise+bike rental; both exclude Anne Frank House & Van Gogh Museum
Sport in Amsterdam / Netherlands (March 2027)
For more matches and events throughout the year, see the Amsterdam sports calendar
Football
Ajax vs PEC Zwolle (Eredivisie)
13 Mar 2027 (TBA) – Johan Cruyff Arena Amsterdam
It is possible to take a classic stadium tour of the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam. Book Johan Cruijff Arena Tour tickets here or book a VIP 2 hour tour here
Athletics/Running
CPC (City-Pier-City) Run
Half-marathon event in The Hague scheduled for Sunday 14 Mar 2027. The route will include Scheveningen beach.
30 van Zandvoort
30km and 18km walking event (15th edition) on 20 Mar 2027 around the Zandvoort area starting at the paddock of the famous Circuit Zandvoort.
Zandvoort Circuit run
Running event on 21 Mar 2027 around the Zandvoort circuit, beach and dunes. Options of 4km, 12km and 10 miles courses.
Other Sports
Omloop van Zandvoort
Cycling event over 40km, 80km or 120km on 21 Mar 2027 starting in the pit lane of Zandvoort circuit.
Friday Night Skate
20km organised skate around the streets of Amsterdam held every Friday night (20:30, weather permitting) from Vondelpark Pavilion.
Rock & Pop Concerts in Amsterdam (March 2027)
ENHYPEN – 2 Mar, Ziggo Dome Check for ENHYPEN tickets here
Sienna Spiro – 14 Mar, AFAS Live Check for Sienna Spiro tickets here
Teddy Swims – 16/17/18 Mar, Ziggo Dome Check for Teddy Swims tickets here
Olivia Rodrigo – 23/24/27/28 Mar, Ziggo Dome Check for Olivia Rodrigo tickets here
Megadeth – 24 Mar, AFAS Live Check for Megadeth tickets here
Tash Sultana – 26 Mar, Ziggo Dome Check for Tash Sultana tickets here
Kaleo – 30 Mar, Ziggo Dome Check for Kaleo tickets here
Browse upcoming shows in the concert calendar for Amsterdam
Festivals in Amsterdam (March 2027)
Kaboom Animation Festival
Cutting-edge films from experimental art-house to colorful stories for families and kids. To be held in various cinemas in Amsterdam and Utrecht. Expected 12-21 Mar 2027.
CineDans Fest
International ‘dance on screen’ festival (20th edition) with film screenings plus debates and workshops. Expected March 2027 at EYE Film, Amsterdam.
Amsterdam Wine Festival
Wine-themed event offering over 300 types of wines, workshops, tastings and live music. Expected March 2027 at Kromhouthal Amsterdam.
DGTL Festival
Global electronic music festival with mix of art installations and sustainability projects. Runs 26-28 Mar 2027 at NDSM wharf, Amsterdam.
Discover more in the Amsterdam festivals guide
Fairs & Expos in Amsterdam / Netherlands (March 2027)
NOCKNOCK ART FAIR
Art event featuring 180 artists with over 10,000 visitors expected. Runs 4-7 Mar 2027 (6th edition) at De Kromhouthal in Amsterdam.
IAMExpat Fair 2027
One-day event connecting the expat community with various stands, workshops and presentations. Expected March 2027 at Beurs van Berlage in Amsterdam.
TEFAF Maastricht 2027
World’s premier fair for fine art, antiques and design. Held at MECC in Maastricht, 14-18 Mar 2027.
Unseen Photo
Major international photography fair at Ahoy Rotterdam showing curated photos, video and visual art installations. Runs 18-21 Mar 2027.
Comedy & Shows in Amsterdam (March 2027)
Boom Chicago
Great night out at the popular comedy and improv theatre show in English – with bar and table service. Runs Wed-Sun at the Rozentheater in Amsterdam.
Amsterdam Magic Show
Monthly magic and comedy show with international performers. At Boom Chicago’s Rozentheater, Rozengracht in Amsterdam. Dates TBA.
The Illusionists
Hans Klok and others play a run of illusionist shows produced by Cirque du Soleil at the Carré in Amsterdam. Runs 31 Mar to 11 Apr 2027.
Classical Concerts & Theatre in Amsterdam (March 2027)
Internationaal Theater Amsterdam (ITA) – Amsterdam’s renowned theatre company performs shows in Dutch at the Stadsschouwburg theatre. Live English surtitles appear above the stage – generally on Thursday and Saturday night shows.
National Opera Ballet – Shows at the renowned venue in March 2027 are Metamorphosis (ballet), Red Fox (opera) and Hedda Gabler (opera).
Concertgebouw – Highlights include Close-up Concertgebouw Orchestra: Beethoven’s torchbearers on 2 Mar 2027, A Tribute to John Williams – From Star Wars to E.T. on 7 Mar 2027 and Vivaldi’s Four Seasons on 29 Mar 2027.
Other Events in Amsterdam and Netherlands
Amsterdam Dinner Cruise – An atmospheric 120 minute evening cruise around Amsterdam’s canals with a 4 course meal and drinks included. Runs every Wed to Sat (19:30) in March. Check Dinner Cruise availability here
De Balie – The multimedia venue near Leidseplein in Amsterdam hosts regular events about current affairs, politics and culture.
Market Events in Amsterdam
Pure Markt – Regular market event with high quality produce, music, food stalls and other activities at Park Frankendael. Date TBA. Free entry
Sunday Market – Market events with a mix of fashion, design, arts, food and kids stuff at Westergas. Date TBA. Free entry
Museum Market – Museumplein hosts this Sunday market with arts and crafts, food and music. Date TBA. Free entry
IJ-Hallen – Large weekend flea market event held at NDSM-wharf in north Amsterdam with 500 indoor stands. Date TBA.
The Maker Market – Weekend market features creative handmade products including jewelry, art and live music. Runs in the covered passage of De Hallen Amsterdam. Date TBA. Free entry
Amsterdam Info/Resources
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The AmsterdamTips.com What’s On in Amsterdam has been running monthly since 2008. Last updated 15 June 2026.
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