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What’s On in Amsterdam (November 2025)

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)

STRAAT – A unique experience. The world’s biggest street art and graffiti museum in a 8,000 square metres warehouse at NDSM wharf and showcasing some 180 artworks, all made on-site. Book STRAAT tickets here

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STRAAT Museum gallery

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

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AMAZE Amsterdam

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. Book Rijksmuseum tickets here

Van Gogh Museum – Iconic museum with the world’s largest collection of Vincent van Gogh paintings. 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

the upside down amsterdam
The Upside Down Amsterdam

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. Book Rembrandt House tickets here

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Rembrandt House Amsterdam

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

Oude KerkKimsooja: 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 – The Cocktail & Genever Experience about 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

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Body Worlds Amsterdam – card players

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

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ARTIS Zoo

ARTIS Groote Museum – The fascinating new 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

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Rijksmuseum Schiphol

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 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
€65/€90/€108/€123/€135€100/€120/€146/€196
70 museums + transport + canal cruise + bike rentalOver 25 attractions/tours + canal cruise + bike rental
excludes Anne Frank House / Van Gogh Museum / tours
excludes Anne Frank House / Van Gogh Museum / transport
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Sport in Amsterdam and Netherlands (November 2025)

Football:
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

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Johan Cruijff Arena stadium tour

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

Amsterdam First Time Visitors

Here are a selection of activities particularly suited for a first visit to 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 late November 2025 to mid-January 2026. The best place to view the light works is from the water.

amsterdam light festival
Amsterdam Light Festival

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.

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

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Amsterdam Dinner Cruise (credit: Lovers)

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
Simply Red – 14/15/16 Nov, Ziggo Dome
Orbit – 23 Nov, Bitterzoet
Jamiroquai – 25 Nov, Ziggo Dome

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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