Featured Events in Amsterdam in February, 2025 (May Updated)

The Dutch museum Nxt Museum opened five years ago in the industrial area of ​​Amsterdam's northern port area. It has attracted many new media art enthusiasts by rotating large-scale cutting-edge exhibitions. The current exhibition is "Still Processing", curated by Belgrade-born curator and artist Bogomir Doringer, which aims to explore the dynamic relationship between humans and machines and study how data shapes meaning and changes sensory experience in the digital age. The exhibition lasts until October 5.

Rijksmuseum moves you to The American Dream. To the real American. To unexpected recognition. The Rijksmuseum is staging the Netherlands’ first major survey exhibition of American photography.

Ezequiel Pini also known as Six N. Five, is an award-winning Argentinian designer based in Barcelona. Over the last few years, Pini has pioneered the use of 3D and different media to create imaginary, dreamlike worlds with his signature clean, modern aesthetic, making Six N. Five one of the most recognized digital creative practices.

The Rijksmuseum’s collection of more than 500,000 prints and drawings is one of the largest in theworld. With work spanning from 1442 to today, it includes engravings, etchings, woodcuts,lithographs and photographs. Due of the fragility of the material from which they are made wechange the selection of works in the print cabinets every six months, to tell new stories. This time weare giving particular attention to three topics: the 750th anniversary of Amsterdam, the print collagesof Michael Snijders and the drawings of Gerard de Lairesse.

Concurrently with American Photography, Carrie Mae Weems’s 2021 series Painting the Town will be on show in the Rijksmuseum’s photography gallery. At first glance Weems’ large and powerful works resemble abstract paintings. During the Black Lives Matter protests, campaigners wrote texts on the panels that shopkeepers had used to board up their windows as a precautionary measure. The authorities then rendered the slogans illegible by covering them with large patches of paint. The unintended result of this act of censorship was a series of painterly compositions. Weems uses her work to explore what it means to be a witness to history, through themes such as racism, sexism and discrimination.

Andrés Reisinger is one of the most sought-after visual artists and designers of the 21st Century. He has conquered a unique position in contemporary culture, occupying and defining the fertile space between the digital and physical spheres. Originally from Argentina and currently residing in Spain between Madrid and Barcelona, where his studios are based, Reisinger bridges realms with an instantly recognisable aesthetic that conveys a mesmerisingly clear vision.

Now on display at Moco Amsterdam, Frankey’s art takes center stage in the exhibition "Planet Positive Disruption," a vibrant showcase of humor, lightheartedness, and the transformative power of creative disruption. This collaboration reflects Moco’s dedication to elevating street art as a dynamic form of artistic expression, while championing the creativity rooted in the museum’s very own city.

Oltre Terra, Formafantasma’s ongoing project and traveling exhibition, explores the history, ecology, and global dynamics of wool extraction and production. It goes further than the simple definition of wool as material, to look at it within a much broader ecology. Wool is the entry point for delving into the intricate interactions and interdependencies within an ecosystem. By looking at the history of sheep domestication, wool production, and material culture, Oltre Terra unravels the complexities of the cooperative symbiosis between animals, humans, and the environment. The exhibition explores this very intimate, yet complex, bond between humans and animals, emphasizing the impact they have on one another.

On Wednesday, 26th of February we are very excited to welcome Tatty Macleod to Boom Chicago! Whether you are a Frenchie living in Amsterdam or grew up in a different culture from where you live now, this show is for you! Hot off the back of a sold-out UK tour Tatty Macleod is bringing her certain je ne sais quoi to Europe. Building on her hugely popular English vs French online sketches, Tatty Macleod asks the important questions like; Is he a f*ckboi or is he just French? Do I have a drinking problem or am I just English? This is a stand-up show about belonging, finding your tribe, or not, and how to be ok with that. Infos & Tickets 🎟️ (English show) 25€ + Eventbrite fees Follow us - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DamquiriComedyClub - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/damquirit_comedyclub Information Source: Dam Qui Rit - Comedy Club | eventbrite

Making ice cream seems simple, but there is much more to it than meets the eye. Whether you encounter ice cream in Amsterdam or make your own at home, the science behind it is fascinating. Have you ever wondered why the ice cream you take out of the freezer is often cloudy? This is because it freezes too fast, trapping air bubbles and small impurities. Clear ice, on the other hand, melts more slowly and is perfect for in your drink. To make clear ice, you can boil water first or let it freeze slowly. This way, you remove air and impurities, which not only makes your glass look better, but also keeps your drink cooler for longer without diluting too much.

Every six months the Rijksmuseum presents new displays in the 20th-century galleries. This time we are highlighting some recent acquisitions.

In this exhibition you will get to know Samuel van Hoogstraten, discover the art of illusion and get to try it out yourself: see past the trickery and create your own optical illusion.

Duo Camille-Paloma est un duo guitare hautbois pour toute la famille. Un programme pensé pour petits et grands autour de musique classique et de musique du monde. Un répertoire arrangé pour et par le duo grâce à des pièces transposées. Ce format de 30 minutes permet dès le plus jeune d'assister à un concert de musique acoustique. Un programme musical en mouvement. Information Source: La librairie du chat noir | eventbrite

Zinnige Dansviering // Ontwaak! Kom en doe mee met onze dansviering in Amsterdam! Laat je meevoeren door de vertelling van Sjoerd en Jacquelien. En in een lichtend ritueel ervaar je misschien wel je eigen hoop die ontwaakt en het licht mag zien dit jaar. DJ Socrates neemt ons daarna mee in een heerlijk dans die jouw ontwaakt op deze zondagochtend en je heel februari in draagt. Alles in het prachtige Hoogtij waar we misschien nog wel gekust gaan worden door de zonnestralen. Een unieke ervaring om te verbinden met jezelf en anderen. Vergeet niet comfortabele kleding en schoenen mee te nemen voor deze bijzondere gelegenheid. Mis het niet! Locatie: HoogtIJ Amsterdam Information Source: Zinnig Noord | eventbrite

Welcome to Intro to Sketch Comedy! This 5-week sketch comedy course is designed to take participants through the creative process of writing, developing, and performing their own sketch comedy pieces. Whether you're new to comedy or a seasoned performer, this class will help you sharpen your comedic writing skills, hone your performance technique, and collaborate with others in a fun, supportive environment. In the 5th week, students will have written and performed original sketches, culminating in a live showcase of their work. Course Goals: Learn the fundamentals of sketch comedy writing, including character development, structure, and punchlines.Explore different comedic styles and genres, from satire to absurdity.Work collaboratively with classmates to create sketches that reflect the group's unique comedic voice.Develop skills in performing sketches and getting the best out of comedic timing, delivery, and physicality.Showcase your work in a final live performance for friends, family, and the public.About the instructor: Katie O'Reilly is a comedian, writer, and producer with over a decade of experience writing sketch comedy. She began performing as a teenage and has produced sketch comedy shows at renowned venues such as Boom Chicago, The Second City, and the iO Theater. She is currently a producer for Don't Tell Comedy, where she continues to create unique and exciting comedic experiences. Now based in Amsterdam, Katie is passionate about helping others find their comedic voice in a fun, supportive environment. Information Source: eventbrite

Come join us for a night of laughter at our English comedy event! Whether you're a seasoned comedian or just looking to enjoy some hilarious acts, this is the place to be. The event will be held at Gedempt Hamerkanaal 98, so mark your calendars and bring your friends along for a great time to witness some established, and up-and-coming talent in the ever fascinating world of stand up comedy! Information Source: Mad Star Comedy | eventbrite

“POVESTEA DORULUI”, noul album al LUPILOR, va conține cele mai noi compoziții de autor, dar și piese din patrimoniul cultural interpretate în viziunea artistică a lui Alex Calancea. La finalul anului 2024, LUPII au lansat prima piesă de pe album intitulată Vai, sărmana turturică, un omagiu pentru interpreta Maria Drăgan, o legendă a folclorului moldovenesc. Alex Calancea: „Turturica simbolizează soarta tragică a Mariei — o pasăre care își cântă suferința și dorul, dar nu renunță la cântec. Asemenea Mariei, turturica cântă despre pierdere și durere, însă cu o voce ce exprimă speranță. Am încercat să surprindem această dualitate, păstrând vie amintirea unei artiste ce a marcat adânc folclorul moldovenesc.” INFO CONCERT: Accesul la eveniment se face de la ora 19:30, iar concertul va începe la ora 20:30. Vârsta permisă pentru aceste eveniment este de: 16+ ( persoanele sub 18 ani pot participa la eveniment doar acompaniat de un adult). Pentru acest eveniment este necesar un ID cu poză. ​​Vă rugăm să urmăriți mailul pentru informații despre eveniment! Parteneri Oficiali Egodent Clinics London& Crystals Of London Information Source: Enjoy Events | eventbrite

Tijdens het Open Podium geeft ISH Dance Collective makers en performers de mogelijkheid om in Podium Lely eigen werk van circa 10 minuten te laten zien voor publiek. Makers en performers kunnen laten zien wie ze zijn en wat ze kunnen. En kunnen op deze manier zien of iets werkt. Vooraf weet je niet welke makers of performers hun werk laten zien. Ben je geïnteresseerd in (hiphop) dans en wil je je laten verrassen? Dan wil je deze avond niet missen. De toegang voor het Open Podium is 7,50 euro, inclusief twee drankjes. ISH Talent ISH Dance Collective bouwt aan een sector die volop ruimte geeft aan hiphop dans. Naast het maken van voorstellingen, heeft ISH verschillende programma's. Een daarvan is ISH Talent dat zich richt nieuwe makers, waarvan het Open Podium een onderdeel is. Locatie Het Open Podium vindt plaats in Podium Lely, de nieuwe locatie van ISH Dance Collective in Amsterdam Nieuw-West. Podium Lely bevindt zich op Schipluidenlaan 10 in Amsterdam Nieuw-West en is goed bereikbaar met fiets, auto en OV. Let op: wees op tijd! Na aanvangstijd om 19.30 uur sluiten de deuren en is het niet meer mogelijk om naar binnen te gaan. Op deze manier worden de performers niet gestoord. Credits header: Michel Schnater Information Source: ISH Dance Collective | eventbrite

POLSKI STAND-UP W AMSTERDAMIE!WYSTĄPI: BŁAŻEJ KRAJEWSKI!HUMAN to nowy program Błażeja Krajewskiego, w którym komik z dystansem i humorem przygląda się temu, co nas wyróżnia jako ludzi. Nie zabraknie kultowych imitacji celebrytów i zabawnych obserwacji z życia codziennego. Jakie mamy słabości? Co nas śmieszy? Sprawdź na żywo i zobacz, czym dla Błażeja jest bycie humanem ! Wstęp 18+Zakaz nagrywania (Zarówno video jak i audio)Osoby przeszkadzające będą wypraszane Information Source: Polish Entertainment | eventbrite

Experience the ultimate fusion of electrifying beats and funky vibes at Ghetto Funk Presents: The Gathering in Amsterdam. Taking place at Haparandaweg 67e1 on February 9, 2025, this event promises an unforgettable night filled with top-notch music and a vibrant atmosphere. Don't miss out on this opportunity to be part of a gathering like no other. Secure your tickets for €16.92 and get ready to dance the night away in the heart of the city.

Join us for Paint & Sip - Blossom Tree (valentine edition)! Come and unleash your inner artist at our fun-filled Paint & Sip event. Grab your friends and spend a delightful evening painting a blossom tree inspired by Valentines day while sipping on your favorite beverages. Date: Sunday 9 February 2025 Time: 16:00:00 GMT+0100 (Central European Standard Time) Location: Bijlmerplein (exact address to be shared after registration) No experience is necessary - the talented instructor will guide you step by step, ensuring you create a masterpiece to be proud of. Whether you're a seasoned painter or just starting out, this event is perfect for everyone. Get ready to relax, unwind, and let your creativity flow. We'll provide all the painting supplies, including canvases, brushes, and paints. You just need to bring your enthusiasm, your favourite drink and a desire to have a great time! Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to express yourself through art. Reserve your spot now and get ready for an unforgettable afternoon of painting and sipping! Follow for more info and updates: instagram.com/tipsyartists.workshop fb.com/tipsyartistsworkshop Information Source: Tipsy Artists | eventbrite

Привіт! Повар Даніл скоро приїде до вас і буде робити свою комедію! Якщо не знаєте хто це, то познайомтесь через інтернет, якщо ліньки, то прийдіть на виставу без підготовки і подаруйте собі море емоцій. Повар Даніл представник альтернативної комедії, але може жартувати і класичні жарти, взагалі він жонглює жанрами і робить дуже різну комедію! Просто прийдіть і подивіться, буде насолода і взаємодія! Ура і лялялляляля 😊☺️🥹🥳 100% прибутку з туру йде на користь українських військових! Information Source: ib promotion | eventbrite

The Comedy Underground Night-Time Show rears its ugly little head in the new and improved basement of Theater de Richel! This show is a staple of the Amsterdam international comedy scene, showcasing a wide variety of talent every two weeks. It is a combination of stand-up, clowning, music and so much more. Come find out yourself. This is the perfect night for all the late night adventurers who are enthusiastic to see something chaotic or a bit different. 🕢 9.30PM 📍 Theater De Richel, Amsterdam 🎟️ 5€ per ticket The show will be held entirely in English The show is hosted by Diederik Zuurmond (@diedzz), the beneficiary of both both the Jury and Audience Prize at the Utrecht Comedy Festival 2023, and cohosted by Georges Degoumois (@georges.degoumois), a confused man from Switzerland. Both have been regulars of the Amsterdam comedy for the last few years, and are very close to becoming big. Information Source: The Comedy Undeground | eventbrite

We're going back underground. That Comedy Thing is back at Oosterbar, one of our very first locations and one of the most awesome locations in Amsterdam. Literally in Oosterpark, in basement of Generator Hostel. That Gong Show You have no idea how good you are as a comedian until you do a Gong Show, where the audience gets to 'strike the gong' went they want the comedian off stage. Three gong strikes and they are out. Longest surviving comedian wins! No stag or nights or student fraternity groups, please. Information Source: That Comedy Thing | eventbrite

Road to Roffa You have to register for each session seperatly.Long runs are the cornerstone of marathon training, but let’s face it—they can get a little boring from time to time. So why not make them a bit more fun? Join Road to Roffa, where we turn those essential training miles into a fun, social, and rewarding experience. Whether you’re preparing for the Rotterdam Marathon or another spring race, these four unique sessions will help you train smarter, not harder. Why Road to Roffa?This isn’t just about clocking miles. It’s about making your long runs more enjoyable and productive, with a little help from the experts. Session 1: This training is about technique and marathon blocks.We start the run with some learnings about the right technic for efficiency and injury prevention.After that we will starting building our marathon form with some blocks. (total distance will be 15-20km) Session 2-3 Welcome to the long run. You don't have to do this alone with your podcast but with a crew around you who motivates you.Choose your distance: 30km, or 35km—whatever fits your plan.Each run has a theme to take your training to the next level:Nutrition: Learn about nutrition from Maurten nutrition expert and start practicing your fueling strategy so there are no surprises on race day.Recovery: Learn how to bounce back stronger after those big efforts.We will have experienced pacers, so all you have to focus on is putting one foot in front of the other.Water (and bottle) stations every 5km to keep you hydrated and energized. Session 4:A relaxed, easy-paced run dedicated to mental preparation.We will learn how to train without training. How to prepare yourself for the big day!Road to Roffa Calendar Here’s when we’ll hit the road:Session 1: Thursday, 13 February at 18:30Session 2: Sunday, 2 March at 9:00Session 3: Sunday, 23 March at 9:00Session 4: Monday, 7 April at 19:00Why You’ll Love It It’s free—because great training should be for everyone.You will receive a unique Road to Roffa shirt if you join us at least 3 times.Run alongside other marathoners and soak up the energy of the group.Hosted in collaboration with ASICS, kicking off at their flagship store.Spots are limited—register on Eventbrite (max 75 participants per session).Make Marathon Training a Team SportMarathon training don’t have to be a solo grind. With Road to Roffa, you’ll train better, learn more, and have a great time doing it. Let’s tackle this marathon season together—one step closer to your best race yet! Information Source: Indie Runner | eventbrite

Be inspired by the beauty of the human body and let your imagination flow as you draw. During this inspiring and artistic evening, you sketch a model in different poses from 1 to 10 minutes at first. Then take a break, have a drink at the bar and talk to people during the pause. After that, work more with longer poses in the second part. All skills and levels welcome! Some drawing materials are available, such as A3 paper, pencils, charcoal, tabletop easels and soft pastels, but feel free to bring your own tools. The first drink is included in the ticket. This event happens every second Thursday of the month at FactorIJ, the gallery and multicultural space in IJburg, Amsterdam East. The sessions (try to) follow the schedule below: 19:15-19:30 - walk in 19:30-20:20 - first part 20:20-20:30 - pause 20:30-21:10 - second part 21:10-21:30 - sharing circle Don't miss this exciting opportunity to connect with others and explore the beauty of figure drawing in a creative and welcoming environment. Come with your open mind and have fun. See you there! :) Information Source: Raquel Diniz | eventbrite