Searching for events and things to do in Amsterdam in January 2027?
Our hand-picked, curated guide for both visitors and locals lists dozens of ideas – from museum exhibitions to sport and concerts.
Museums & Exhibitions in Amsterdam (January 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. Willem de Kooning at work, landmark exhibition featuring about 120 works including drawings, paintings and sculptures. Runs 9 Oct 2026 to 17 Jan 2027. Book Rijksmuseum tickets here
Van Gogh Museum – Iconic museum with the world’s largest collection of Vincent van Gogh paintings. Whistler. Dandy and Disruptor, major retrospective exhibition of 19th century artist James McNeill Whistler (1834–1903) – in collaboration with Tate Britain and the Mesdag Collection in Den Haag. Runs 16 Oct 2026 to 10 Jan 2027. 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
Stedelijk – Amsterdam’s main modern and contemporary art museum. Yayoi Kusama, landmark retrospective exhibition by the influential Japanese contemporary artist. Runs 12 Sep 2026 to 17 Jan 2027. Book Stedelijk tickets 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. Book your STRAAT tickets here
H’ART Museum – Chez Matisse, large-scale exhibition on Henri Matisse (1869–1954) in collaboration with the Centre Pompidou. More than 30 original Matisse artworks on show plus works from contemporaries and followers. Runs 3 Oct 2026 to 14 Feb 2027.
Banksy Museum Amsterdam – New 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
Allard Pierson – Set Design in Three Acts, exhibition on historical stage design which features the museum, the living room and the studio. Runs 30 Oct 2026 to 6 Apr 2027.
Amsterdam in Motion – A new 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
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
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
Madame Tussauds Amsterdam – Get your celebrity fill by visiting the ever-popular wax work museum on Dam Square – includes the new Taylor Swift figure. Book Madame Tussauds Amsterdam 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. Book Heineken Experience tickets here
The Upside Down Museum Amsterdam – Large interactive museum and Instagram/TikTok experience which includes optical illusions, upside-down rooms and super photogenic spaces. Book Upside Down Museum tickets here
WONDR Experience – An immersive experience in Amsterdam with 15 rooms including disco balls, a lifesize doll house and fluffy karaoke booths – lots of fun for both adults and children alike. Book WONDR tickets here
Amsterdam City Passes
These all inclusive passes may save you money on a well planned Amsterdam itinerary.
| 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/€90/€110/€125/€135 | €79/€129/€159/€209 |
| 70 museums + transport + canal cruise + bike rental | Over 30 attractions/tours + canal cruise + bike rental |
| excludes Anne Frank House / Van Gogh Museum / tours | excludes Anne Frank House / Van Gogh Museum / transport |
| Book I amsterdam here | Book Go City here |
| I amsterdam City Card info | GO City Amsterdam Pass info |
Sport in Amsterdam / Netherlands (January 2027)
See the full Amsterdam sports events calendar
Football
Ajax home fixtures at Johan Cruyff Arena Amsterdam:
to be announced
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
Other Sports
Jumping Amsterdam
Indoor international equestrian event featuring some of the world’s best show jumping and dressage riders. Runs 28-31 Jan 2027 at RAI Amsterdam.
Friday Night Skate
20km organised skate around the streets of Amsterdam held every Friday night (20:30, weather permitting) from Vondelpark Pavilion.
Comedy & Shows in Amsterdam (January 2027)
Boom Chicago
Great night out at the popular comedy and improv theatre show in English – with bar and table service. 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.
Classical Concerts & Theatre in Amsterdam (January 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 January 2027 are Cindarella (ballet) and Salome (opera).
Concertgebouw – Highlights include Sunday Morning New Year’s Concert on 3 Jan 2027, Borodin Quartet: Debussy and Sjostakovitsj on 22/23 Jan 2027 and Vivaldi’s last opera: Rosmira Fedele on 23 Jan 2027.
André Rieu – The famous Dutch musician/conductor will play a New Year’s Concert show at Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam on 9 Jan 2027. Check André Rieu tickets here
Other Events in Amsterdam
Museumplein Ice Rink – The iconic ice-skating rink on Amsterdam’s Museumplein is open daily from mid November 2026 to early February 2027. Skate with the spectacular backdrop of the Rijksmuseum.
National Tulip Day – This event scheduled for Saturday 16 Jan 2027 heralds the start of the Dutch tulip season. Normally up to 200,000 tulips are available to be picked from 13:00 on Museumplein. You can pick up to 20 tulips. Free entry
De Balie – The multimedia venue near Leidseplein in Amsterdam hosts regular events about current affairs, politics and culture.
Market Events in Amsterdam
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
Rock & Pop Concerts in Amsterdam (January 2027)
Julien Clerc – 28 Jan, Carré
Browse upcoming shows in the concert calendar for Amsterdam
Amsterdam Info/Resources
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The AmsterdamTips.com What’s On in Amsterdam has been running monthly since 2008. Last updated 27 March 2026.
Disclaimer: While we make every effort to keep this listing up-to-date, events can always be cancelled or re-scheduled at short notice. Please double-check with the event organisers.
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