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What’s On in Amsterdam (July 2027)

This is our hand-picked, curated events listings guide to what’s on in and around Amsterdam, Holland during July 2027.

The height of summer is normally peak tourist season in Amsterdam, the weather is warm and the days are long. There are plenty of things to see and do.

Key events in Amsterdam in July 2027

  • Julidans dance festival TBA
  • Oasis @Johan Cruijff Arena 16/17 Jul (check tickets)
  • Milkshake Festival @Westerpark TBA

Festivals in Amsterdam / Netherlands (July 2027)

The summer festival season is in full swing – see the full Amsterdam festival calendar

Julidans

International contemporary dance festival with a broad programme. Held at Internationaal Theater Amsterdam and at other locations in the city, expected July 2027.

Wonderfeel 2027

A 3 day outdoor festival for classical music with 7 stages and a pop festival vibe. Runs at Landgoed Groeneveld, an 18th century country estate in Baarn (near Hilversum) over 9-11 July 2027.

Kwaku Summer Festival

Large summer festival focussed around the culturally diverse Zuidoost (south-east) district of Amsterdam. Runs each weekend at Nelson Mandela Park with a broad range of activities including art and music, a football tournament and food offerings. Expected during some weekends of July and August 2027.

De Parade

A travelling theatre festival which visits Eindhoven, Rotterdam, The Hague, Utrecht and Amsterdam. The Amsterdam event is due to take place at Martin Luther King Park in July-August 2027.

No Art Festival

Features unconventional art-performances and pioneering musicians. Expected July 2027 at Flevopark in Amsterdam.

Milkshake Festival

Dance music festival over a weekend organised by Paradiso and AIR which includes a camping area. Expected July 2027 at Westerpark Amsterdam.

Dekmantel Festival

Electro music festival featuring a large line-up of cutting-edge artists. Expected late July/early August 2027 (13th edition) at 8 stages in Amsterdamse Bos and at various venues around the IJ river in Amsterdam.

North Sea Jazz Festival

The world’s largest indoor music festival held over 3 days featuring international jazz plus blues, soul, funk, hip hop, world music and more. Runs 9-11 Jul 2027 at Ahoy Rotterdam.

Rock & Pop Concerts in Amsterdam (January 2027)

See the full Amsterdam concert calendar

ArtistDate
Venue
Tickets
Karol G10 July 2027Johan Cruijff ArenaCheck tickets
Oasis16/17 July 2027Johan Cruijff ArenaCheck tickets

Sport in Amsterdam / Netherlands (July 2027)

See the full Amsterdam sports events calendar

Football

ArenA Stadium tours

It is possible to take a classic stadium tour of the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam. Book Johan Cruijff Arena Tour tickets here or upgrade to a VIP 2 hour guided tour here

johan cruijff arena stadium
Johan Cruijff ArenA stadium

Athletics/Walking

Nijmegen Vierdaagse

International four days marches event (109th edition) around the city of Nijmegen with up to 50,000 participants – walking 30km, 40km or 50km per day over all 4 days. Takes place 20-23 Jul 2027.

Dutch Athletics Championships (NK)

Annual Dutch Championships outdoor meet takes place each summer – expected in July 2027 (TBA).

Tennis

Dutch Open

International ATP Challenger tournament runs at Bunschoten (near Hilversum/Amersfoort) in July 2027.

Other sports

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 (July 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, shows playing Wed-Sun.

Boom Chicago
A comedy night out awaits at Boom Chicago in Amsterdam (credit: Boom Chicago)

Amsterdam Magic Show

Monthly magic and comedy show with international performers. At Boom Chicago’s Rozentheater, Rozengracht in Amsterdam. Date TBA.

Classical Concerts & Theatre in Amsterdam (July 2027)

Vondelpark Openluchttheater – The open-air theatre in Amsterdam’s Vondelpark offers shows over every weekend in July. Free entry

Museums & Exhibitions Amsterdam (July 2027)

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

Straat Museum in Amsterdam
STRAAT Museum

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

moco museum amsterdam - garden
MOCO garden

Rijksmuseum – The Rijksmuseum’s extensive collection (including Rembrandt’s iconic Night Watch) is a must-see in Amsterdam. See Rijksmuseum timeslots here

rijksmuseum gallery of honour
Rijksmuseum – Gallery of Honour

Van Gogh Museum – Iconic museum with the world’s largest collection of Vincent van Gogh paintings. Check Van Gogh Museum timeslots here and see our Van Gogh Museum Guide here

Stedelijk – Amsterdam’s main modern and contemporary art museum. Marc Chagall, monographic exhibition from the noted Russian-French artist. Runs 15 May to 22 Aug 2027. Book Stedelijk tickets 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 timeslot? Why not instead book the Anne Frank & Jewish Quarter walking tour (2 hours) here


Wereldmuseum Amsterdam – DISCO: More Than Just Beats and Glitter, exhibition tribute to the iconic musical movement from the 1970s. Runs 10 Oct 2026 to 22 Aug 2027. Book Wereldmuseum tickets here

Banksy Museum Amsterdam – Museum dedicated to the anonymous British street artist. Featuring 160 artworks including paintings and mural recreations set-in-scene. Worth a trip out to Amsterdam’s Westerpark area. Book Banksy 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 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

art zoo museum - stan the T-rex
Art Zoo

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

De Nieuwe Kerk (New Church) – World Press Photo Exhibition 2027, annual exhibition of the current affairs photography contest. Dates TBA.

Nxt Museum – The first “new media art” museum in the Netherlands. Book Nxt Museum tickets here

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

amaze amsterdam
AMAZE Amsterdam

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

body worlds amsterdam
Body Worlds Amsterdam – card players

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

Madame Tussauds Amsterdam – Get your celebrity fill by visiting the ever-popular wax work museum on Dam Square. Book 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 dungeon
Amsterdam Dungeon (credit: Merlin)

Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Amsterdam – Eclectic collection of curiosities and oddities, located on Dam Square. Book Ripley’s 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

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 CardGO City Amsterdam All-Inclusive Pass
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1/2/3/4/5 days1/2/3/5 days
24 hours basis
calendar day basis
€67-€140€79-€209
70 museums30 attractions
includes GVB transport
Book here Book here
I amsterdam City Card infoGO City Amsterdam Pass info

*both include canal cruise+bike rental; both exclude Anne Frank House & Van Gogh Museum

Other Events in Amsterdam

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 July – if sunny you’ll catch the wonderful light of the golden hour. Check Dinner Cruise availability here

amsterdam dinner cruise - lovers
Amsterdam Dinner Cruise (credit: Lovers)

De Balie – The multimedia venue near Leidseplein in Amsterdam hosts regular events about current affairs, politics and culture.

Pride Amsterdam 2027 – LGBT event which includes a canal parade around the Prinsengracht and river Amstel. Runs 31 Jul to 8 Aug 2027.

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 750 outdoor 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

The AmsterdamTips.com What’s On in Amsterdam has been running monthly since 2008. Last updated 13 October 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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Continue planning with Amsterdam in August 2027 or see what happened earlier in Amsterdam in June 2027

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