Amsterdam · Friday, October 2
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Autumn break starts October 10(official state-school dates)Holiday guide
01Friday, October 2
Happening tomorrow
Science & tech·Indoor
Weekend of Science
A hands-on science weekend at NEMO with experiments and activities for families and children.
NEMO Science Museum · Oosterdok 2, 1011 VX Amsterdam
Learning·Ages 16+·Indoor
Open Heaven Conference - 3 October 2026
A Christian teaching conference for adults seeking spiritual renewal and community.
Tribe Church Haarlem · Eksterlaan 1, 2026 XA Haarlem, Haarlem
Sports·Ages 2–5·Indoor
Trampoline Jumping for toddlers - MINIVROG (2 to 5 years)
A special trampoline jumping session for toddlers aged 2-5 with a parent at an urban sports hall.
VROG Trampoline Park, parkour/freerun, dance · Mr. Visserplein 7, 1011 RD Amsterdam
Music·Ages 16+·Indoor
Radio Tempo Não Pára takeover: live radio at dubble
A free day-long live radio broadcast and music hangout for local music lovers at a listening café.
dubble · Bilderdijkstraat 46H, Amsterdam, 1052NB
Wellness·Ages 16+·Indoor
The Art of Acceptance - Learn to let go of what you cannot change
A half-day meditation course for adults on finding calm and acceptance in difficult situations.
Kadampa Meditation Centre Netherlands · Spaarndammerstraat 32, 1013 SW Amsterdam, Netherlands, Amsterdam, NH, Amsterdam
Theatre & stage·Ages 8–18·Indoor
Best Of The West Talent Hunt 2026
A talent competition for young people aged 8-18 from Amsterdam-West to show their skills on stage and win prizes.
Podium Mozaïek · Bos en Lommerweg 191, 1055 EG Amsterdam
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Science & tech·Outdoor
Weekend of Science in Amsterdam
A free family event across various Amsterdam locations to discover science and technology through experiments and exhibits.
Various locations throughout Amsterdam
Family·Ages 0–12·Indoor
Ted and the Magic Lamp (2D NL)
An animated film about Ted and his team traveling back in time to stop Mummy from changing history, for kids.
Het Ketelhuis · Pazzanistraat 4, 1014 DB Amsterdam
Family·Ages 3–7·Indoor
Watch Out, Puppet Show
A free puppet show for young children about Jan's efforts to put on a great performance.
De Kinderboekwinkel · 101-103 Rozengracht, 1016 LV Amsterdam, Amsterdam
Animals·Outdoor
Guided tour of ARTIS Zoo
A guided tour of ARTIS Zoo included with admission, suitable for families and all visitors.
ARTIS · Plantage Kerklaan 38-40, 1018 CZ Amsterdam
Family·Ages 0–12·Indoor
Planet Sok
A planetarium show at ARTIS for children and families, included with zoo admission.
ARTIS · Plantage Kerklaan 38-40, 1018 CZ Amsterdam
Animals·Ages 0–12·Indoor
Live: Universal Water
A planetarium show about water in the universe for families visiting ARTIS.
ARTIS · Plantage Kerklaan 38-40, 1018 CZ Amsterdam
06Great day to be outside
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Arts & crafts·Ages 6+·Outdoor
NDSM Art Tour
A guided outdoor walking tour exploring temporary artworks and artists at NDSM-werf.
NDSM – NDSM-werf · NDSM-plein, 1033 WB Amsterdam
Food & drink·Ages 18+·Outdoor
Bokkentocht Amstelveen
A beer-tasting tour of participating cafés sampling various bock beers.
ANNA Amstelveen · Amsterdamseweg 22, 1182 HD Amstelveen
Nightlife·Ages 18+·Outdoor
1999
A large club/house/trance classics festival event at a waterside venue for adults.
Ijland · Tt. Vasumweg 171, 1033 SG Amsterdam
Nightlife·Ages 18+·Outdoor
Oktoberfest by Heineken & Erdinger
An Oktoberfest-themed party cruise with German beer, bratwurst and live DJ entertainment for adults.
Supper Cruise · De Ruijterkade 14, 1012 AA Amsterdam
Nightlife·Ages 18+·Outdoor
Red Light District Pub Crawl
A guided pub crawl through bars and a nightclub in Amsterdam's Red Light District for adults.
The Black Tiger Bar Amsterdam · 23 Oudezijds Achterburgwal, 1012 DA Amsterdam, Amsterdam
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Social·Ages 16+·Indoor
EQ and Coffee: Cultural Exchange & EQ – Part II
A casual coffee meetup for adults to share cultural stories and practise emotional intelligence.
Volkshotel · Wibautstraat 150, 1091 GR, Amsterdam, Amsterdam
Science & tech·Ages 6+·Indoor
Weekend of Science
A science activity at ARTIS Micropia included with museum admission.
ARTIS · Plantage Kerklaan 38-40, 1018 CZ Amsterdam
Animals·Ages 0–12·Indoor
Live: Expedition Solar System (NL)
A planetarium show about the solar system for families visiting ARTIS.
ARTIS · Plantage Kerklaan 38-40, 1018 CZ Amsterdam
Family·Indoor
Bolingo Kids inclusive children's book day
A free family day with inclusive children's books, superhero stories and Moroccan mint tea.
Theater de Omval · 104 Ouddiemerlaan, 1111 HL Diemen, Diemen
Social·Ages 16+·Indoor
Personal Growth Circle
A weekly discussion group for adults to reflect on personal growth and share life insights.
OBA La Place, 7th floor · Oosterdokskade 143, 1011 AD, Amsterdam, Amsterdam
Theatre & stage·Ages 16+·Indoor
iTi Ritual Studies by Yonela Makoba
A free performance based on a Xhosa tea ritual honoring female ancestors, for adults.
Framer Framed · Oranje-Vrijstaatkade 71, 1093 KS Amsterdam
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