A look at what’s on in Amsterdam, Netherlands in November 2025.
Our curated listings include special events, festivals, sports, exhibitions, concerts and anything else of interest!
Museums, Exhibitions & Attractions in Amsterdam (November 2025)
Fabrique des Lumières – Highly recommended immersive exhibitions of classical, modern and contemporary artists using cutting-edge technology with light projections and music. Current exhibition is The Kingdom of the Pharoes which explores the Egyptian civilisation. Runs 20 Mar 2025 to 31 Jan 2026. Book Fabrique des Lumières 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 STRAAT tickets here
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
Nxt Museum – Dive into digital at the first “new media art” museum in the Netherlands which holds large-scale, multi-sensory immersive exhibitions. Book Nxt Museum tickets here
Rijksmuseum – The Rijksmuseum’s rich collection (including Rembrandt’s Night Watch) is a must-see in Amsterdam. At Home in the 17th Century, exhibition offering an intimate glimpse into the domestic lives of Dutch people three centuries ago. Runs 17 Oct 2025 to 11 Jan 2026. Book Rijksmuseum tickets here
Van Gogh Museum – Iconic museum with the world’s largest collection of Vincent van Gogh paintings. Van Gogh and the Roulins. Together Again at Last, exhibition of portraits of the Roulins family made by Van Gogh in Arles in 1888. Runs 3 Oct 2025 to 11 Jan 2026. Book Van Gogh Museum 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 ticket timeslot for the Anne Frank house? Why not instead book the Anne Frank & Jewish Quarter walking tour (2 hours) 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
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
Stedelijk – Amsterdam’s main modern and contemporary art museum. Book your Stedelijk tickets here
MOCO Museum – Go loco in MOCO! The acclaimed modern and contemporary art museum on Museumplein. Banksy: Laugh Now has a diverse selection of works from the anonymous British street artist. In addition MOCO Masters features the likes of Warhol, Basquiat and Koons. Book MOCO Museum tickets here
Rembrandt House – Visit the house where Rembrandt lived and worked. Home, exhibition about the role of the house in Rembrandt’s life with the views of some contemporary artists. Runs 26 Sep 2025 to 4 Jan 2026. 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) – The Roof of Amsterdam is the chance to climb up to the top of the church renovation scaffolding for a rare view. Runs 22 Mar to 2 Nov 2025. Book Roof of Amsterdam tickets here
Oude Kerk – Kimsooja: To Breathe, large-scale installation with the theme of migration by the Korean contemporary artist. Runs 24 May to 9 Nov 2025. Book Oude Kerk tickets
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
Body Worlds – Display of human body plastinate specimens at the permanent venue on Damrak. The exhibition focuses on happiness. Book Body Worlds 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
ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo – One of the city’s premier visitor attractions – a magnificent zoo set in a large park in the picturesque Plantage area of the city. Book Artis Zoo tickets here
ARTIS Groote Museum – The fascinating Groote Museum allows you to explore your place in the living world with beautifully presented installations and exhibits. Book Groote Museum tickets here
ARTIS Micropia – The world’s only museum dedicated to microbes and micro-organisms. Book Micropia 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
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/€108/€123/€135 | €100/€120/€146/€196 |
| 70 museums + transport + canal cruise + bike rental | Over 25 attractions/tours + canal cruise + bike rental |
| excludes Anne Frank House / Van Gogh Museum / tours | excludes Anne Frank House / Van Gogh Museum / transport |
| Book here | Book here |
| I amsterdam City Card info | GO City Amsterdam Pass info |
Sport in Amsterdam and Netherlands (November 2025)
Football:
Netherlands home international:
Netherlands vs Lithuania 17 Nov 2025 (20:45) – venue tba (World Cup 2026 qualifier)
Ajax home fixtures at Johan Cruyff Arena Amsterdam:
2025/26 season fixtures 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 guided tour here
Athletics/Running:
Olympic Stadium Run – The Olympischstadionloop is a 800m/5km/10km running event which starts and finishes at the Olympic Stadium in the south of Amsterdam. Expected November 2025.
Inline Skating:
Friday Night Skate – 20km organised skate around the streets of Amsterdam held every Friday night (20:30, weather permitting) from Vondelpark Pavilion.
Equestrian:
Jumping Indoor Maastricht – Indoor international equestrian event held at MECC Maastricht. Runs 6-9 Nov 2025.
See the full annual sport calendar for Amsterdam
Festivals in Amsterdam (November 2025)
IDFA 2025 – International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam. Annual event (38th edition) showing a wide variety of thought-provoking documentaries. Main locations at Pathé Tuschinski, Het Ketelhuis, de Brakke Grond theatre. Runs 12-23 Nov 2025.
Amsterdam Light Festival – 14th edition of the popular light installation event in Amsterdam is running from 27 Nov 2025 to 18 Jan 2026. The best place to view the light works is from the water.
See our complete festival calendar for Amsterdam
Fairs & Expos in Amsterdam and Netherlands (November 2025)
UNFAIR25 – The 9th edition of Unfair Amsterdam hosts solo presentations from up-and-coming and established artists. Expected at Gashouder (Westergas) Amsterdam. Expected November 2025.
PAN Amsterdam – Large international fair for art, antiques and design with around 125 galleries and dealers. Scheduled for 2-9 Nov 2025 at RAI Amsterdam.
IAMExpat Fair The Hague – One-day event connecting the expat community with various stands, workshops and presentations. Event due at Grote Kerk (church) in The Hague on 8 Nov 2025 (10:00-17:00).
Comedy & Shows in Amsterdam (November 2025)
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 to be announced.
Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake – Groundbreaking performance of ballet Swan Lake from the British chreographer. Running at Theater Carré in Amsterdam over 29 Oct to 9 Nov 2025.
Classical Concerts & Theatre in Amsterdam (November 2025)
Internationaal Theater Amsterdam (ITA) – Amsterdam’s renowned theatre company performs shows in Dutch which have live English surtitles above the stage – for Thursday night shows at the Stadsschouwburg theatre.
Other Events in and around Amsterdam
Ice*Amsterdam – Ice skating rink on Amsterdam’s Museumplein will be open daily from mid-November.
Sinterklaas Arrives – The Dutch version of Santa Claus (or St Nicholas) makes his annual arrival by boat in Amsterdam, expected on Sunday 16 Nov 2025. This marks the start of the festive season – Sinterklaas is usually celebrated around 5 December.
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 November. Check Amsterdam 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 on 30 Nov 2025 (11:00-17:00). Free entry
Sunday Market – Market events with a mix of fashion, design, arts, food and kids stuff at Westergas. 2 Nov 2025 (12:00-18:00). Free entry
Museum Market – Museumplein hosts this Sunday market with arts and crafts, food and music. 16 Nov 2025 (10:00-18:00). Free entry
IJ-Hallen – Large weekend flea market event held at NDSM-wharf in north Amsterdam with 500 indoor stands. 1-2 Nov 2025 (09:00-16:30) and 15-16 Nov 2025 (09:00-16:30).
The Maker Market – Weekend market features creative handmade products including jewelry, art and live music. Runs in the covered passage of De Hallen Amsterdam, dates to be announced. Free entry
Rock & Pop Concerts in Amsterdam (November 2025)
The Offspring – 7 Nov, Ziggo Dome
Lady Gaga – 9 Nov, Ziggo Dome – Check for Lady Gaga tickets here
Simply Red – 14/15/16 Nov, Ziggo Dome – Check for Simply Red tickets here
Mumford & Sons – 17 Nov, Ziggo Dome
Folamour – 21 Nov, AFAS Live
Orbit – 23 Nov, Bitterzoet
James Arthur – 24 Nov, Ziggo Dome
Jamiroquai – 25 Nov, Ziggo Dome – Check for Jamiroquai tickets here
The AmsterdamTips.com What’s On in Amsterdam has been running monthly since 2008. 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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