ZOOmeravond /summer night @ Artis (the zoo), various programs, opening June 5th there after every Saturday until end of August,18.30 - 22.00, price of zoo.
A broad program with a little bit for everyone- 2 music stages, theater of 20 shows, a kinderboederij (petting zoo) and other creative activities for kids! But not just for the kids, previous summers have brought in big name musical acts and special organized events for the odler crew.
Why go? see the animals go to sleep?!
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03 June 2010
26 August 2009
Happenings in Amsterdam for the weekend of August 28th - 30th
The summer is officially wrapping up, the vacations are over and things are getting busier on the streets; but not to fret as that is just when Amsterdam starts to jive! The next three months, before the darkness really sets in:(, are socially the busiest time of the year.
The Uitmarkt is the official beginning to all the fun, introducing the City to all that is to come during the 2008 - 2009 cultural season. But if you aren't ready to accept that summer is nearing its end there are still lots of reasons to stay out and enjoy with lots of outdoor film festivals, and my personal favorite a Pet Meet-and-Greet Day at Oosterpark on Sunday!
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The Uitmarkt is the official beginning to all the fun, introducing the City to all that is to come during the 2008 - 2009 cultural season. But if you aren't ready to accept that summer is nearing its end there are still lots of reasons to stay out and enjoy with lots of outdoor film festivals, and my personal favorite a Pet Meet-and-Greet Day at Oosterpark on Sunday!
Enjoy your weekend...and don't forget I am making this agenda for free, for you!, so if you appreciate it please click on my small ads to throw a few coins in my purse so I can continue to improve its functionality and keep it going! Furthermore I really do appreciate your comments and suggestions so send them my way at busyinamsterdam [at] gmail.
Events
Friday
Uitmarkt @ various locations, starts Friday from 21.00 – 00.00 at the Dam – continues the entire weekend (11.00 – midnight) with performances and activities at 40 podiums, FREE, special activities for kids. Check out the official program for times and place.
Uitmarkt is the annual national opening of the cultural season. With “free samples/taste tests” of musical acts and performances to hit the stage over the next year. As well as a book market with stands from publishers and bookstores throughout the City selling discount books, posters, and advertising about upcoming events (kids books, too).
Lots of events to check out, I recommend: Matt Bianco – the internationally famous jazz master plays on Friday at 23.00 at the Dam; a presentation of wooden marionettes by Het Amsterdams Marionetten Theater Saturday and Sunday 13.00, a sing-along at the Dam on Sunday at 21.00, as well as various musical acts on the water.
Activities and shows for kids all over the City check out Uitmarkt Junior.
Why go? get a sneak preview of how you will be spending your winter and enjoy the FREE fun!
Uitmarkt is the annual national opening of the cultural season. With “free samples/taste tests” of musical acts and performances to hit the stage over the next year. As well as a book market with stands from publishers and bookstores throughout the City selling discount books, posters, and advertising about upcoming events (kids books, too).
Lots of events to check out, I recommend: Matt Bianco – the internationally famous jazz master plays on Friday at 23.00 at the Dam; a presentation of wooden marionettes by Het Amsterdams Marionetten Theater Saturday and Sunday 13.00, a sing-along at the Dam on Sunday at 21.00, as well as various musical acts on the water.
Activities and shows for kids all over the City check out Uitmarkt Junior.
Why go? get a sneak preview of how you will be spending your winter and enjoy the FREE fun!
Van Gogh Museum Avond @ Van Gogh Museum, Friday, 18.30 – 22.00, €12.50 entrée to museum, but free with Museumkaart.
DJ DaanModern, resident DJ of Pacific Parc, from 18.30 on plays a mix of steamy soul, nostalgia, exotic and natural modern jazzy tunes.
Candy Cash, a beloved new comer band from Paris with influences of electric, dubstep and trip hop music. Begins at 20.00.
Why go? Check out an up and coming band and some good ol' Van Gogh
DJ DaanModern, resident DJ of Pacific Parc, from 18.30 on plays a mix of steamy soul, nostalgia, exotic and natural modern jazzy tunes.
Candy Cash, a beloved new comer band from Paris with influences of electric, dubstep and trip hop music. Begins at 20.00.
Why go? Check out an up and coming band and some good ol' Van Gogh
Westerparking @ Westergasfabriek, everyday, 14.00 – 23.00, open terrace.
The Cantina Mobile is back in the terrace of Pacific Parc with tunes, eats and fun.
Why go? a funky atmosphere to spend your afternoon.
The Cantina Mobile is back in the terrace of Pacific Parc with tunes, eats and fun.
Why go? a funky atmosphere to spend your afternoon.
West Beach Outdoor Film Festival @ Sloterplas in Slotervaart, starts Friday ends the 19th of August with various showings throughout this period, pre-program starts at 20.30 with films from the end exams of Film Academie students with the main film starting at 21.00, FREE.
A four weekend long open air film festival in Sloterparkbad. This week the hit of 2007 “Alles is Liefde” on Friday, Saturday the adventure film “Into the Wild”.
Why go? check out the lovely Sloterpark and enjoy a free film.
A four weekend long open air film festival in Sloterparkbad. This week the hit of 2007 “Alles is Liefde” on Friday, Saturday the adventure film “Into the Wild”.
Why go? check out the lovely Sloterpark and enjoy a free film.
3 x Live @ Cafe Pakhuis Wilhelmina, Friday, 20.00, €5.
Rock ‘n’ roll delight, with three live acts.
Why go? three times the musical delight
Rock ‘n’ roll delight, with three live acts.
Why go? three times the musical delight
Outdoor film “Sita Sings the Blues”@ Hermitage Amsterdam, Friday, 22.00, FREE, in English with Dutch subtitles. Part of Uitmarkt.
Part of the Filmmuseum's weekly (every Friday evening) outdoor film screenings – Sunsets. This Friday check out the 2008 film “Sita Sings the Blues”, an animation film by famous animator and cartoonist Nina Paley based on a Indian heldendicht (epic narrative poem).
Why go? enjoy the open air at new Hermitage
Part of the Filmmuseum's weekly (every Friday evening) outdoor film screenings – Sunsets. This Friday check out the 2008 film “Sita Sings the Blues”, an animation film by famous animator and cartoonist Nina Paley based on a Indian heldendicht (epic narrative poem).
Why go? enjoy the open air at new Hermitage
Kick OFF Partij @ Club 8, Friday, 22.00 – 04.00, €7.50.
The summer is almost over and the new party season begins so Club 8 is making one big party to introduce their season of parties including rock, 80s, 90s, indie, punk pop, techno, etc...
Why go? if you can't decide what kind of music you want to jam to check out this mix of everything
The summer is almost over and the new party season begins so Club 8 is making one big party to introduce their season of parties including rock, 80s, 90s, indie, punk pop, techno, etc...
Why go? if you can't decide what kind of music you want to jam to check out this mix of everything
Saturday
Voltt: loves summer music festival @ NDSM-werf, Saturday, 11.00 - 23.00, pre-sale €29.50/ticket.
A music festival in Noord with two stages of unique international acts, including Beat Pharmacy, Gaiser, Richie Hawtin, Paul Ritch Drumcode, Kabale UND Liebe.
Why go? squeeze in one more festival before the summers over.
A music festival in Noord with two stages of unique international acts, including Beat Pharmacy, Gaiser, Richie Hawtin, Paul Ritch Drumcode, Kabale UND Liebe.
Why go? squeeze in one more festival before the summers over.
ZOOmeravond /summer night @ Artis (the zoo), various programs, 18.30 - 22.00, price of zoo, every Saturday until September, stuff for kids. This is the final weekend.
A broad program with a little bit for everyone- 2 music stages, theater, a kinderboederij (petting zoo) and other creative activities for kids! This Saturday Spinvis plays in the planetarium.
Why go? Check out Spinvis live!:)
A broad program with a little bit for everyone- 2 music stages, theater, a kinderboederij (petting zoo) and other creative activities for kids! This Saturday Spinvis plays in the planetarium.
Why go? Check out Spinvis live!:)
KISS party @ Blijburg, Saturday, 21.00 – late, €5.
The successful touring party KISS (a collective of artists, musicians, VJs and DJs) makes a stop at Blijburg with DJs: DIM, CLYDE, GIANNI, PHIL, PRINSJE POOTJE PIETJE PAPJE, FROUKJE POLA, BEAR GRYLLZ, ILLVESTER SOPHIE VOM S., and MADE IN JUNE.
Why go? Enjoy the warm nights with some wild beach fun
The successful touring party KISS (a collective of artists, musicians, VJs and DJs) makes a stop at Blijburg with DJs: DIM, CLYDE, GIANNI, PHIL, PRINSJE POOTJE PIETJE PAPJE, FROUKJE POLA, BEAR GRYLLZ, ILLVESTER SOPHIE VOM S., and MADE IN JUNE.
Why go? Enjoy the warm nights with some wild beach fun
A Dark Night of Light Cabaret @ de Nieuwe Anita, Saturday, 20.00, €7.50. In Dutch.
Comedy cabaret (in Dutch) with dj/vj after the show.
Why go? add some comedy to typical Saturday night
Comedy cabaret (in Dutch) with dj/vj after the show.
Why go? add some comedy to typical Saturday night
Buitenbios /Outside theater film “Terra Sonâmbula” @ Het Ketelhuis, Westerpark, Saturday, starts when it is dark around 22.00, FREE. Final weekend.
A free open air presentation in the Westerpark. This Saturday check out the film “Terra Sonâmbula” (Sleepwalking Land) in conjunction with the project Africa in the Picture. A magic realist film from Mozambique about the effect of war.
Why go? good excuse to stay out late in the park
A free open air presentation in the Westerpark. This Saturday check out the film “Terra Sonâmbula” (Sleepwalking Land) in conjunction with the project Africa in the Picture. A magic realist film from Mozambique about the effect of war.
Why go? good excuse to stay out late in the park
Lowlands festival live on the big screen @ Skek, Saturday, 22.00, FREE.
If you missed Lowlands you can see the recording on the big screen at Skek.
Why go? check out the highlights of the always sold-out Lowlands
If you missed Lowlands you can see the recording on the big screen at Skek.
Why go? check out the highlights of the always sold-out Lowlands
Sunday
Pure market @ Park Frankendael, Watergraafsmeer, Sunday, 11.00 – 17.00, activities for kids.
A monthly tradition of lekker eten (good food) mostly organic, as well as other local, sustainable goods, and music. Also creative activities for the little ones.
Why go? check out the start of the new season and pick up some handmade fudge!
A monthly tradition of lekker eten (good food) mostly organic, as well as other local, sustainable goods, and music. Also creative activities for the little ones.
Why go? check out the start of the new season and pick up some handmade fudge!
CD and record market @ Nieuwmarkt, Saturday & Sunday, 09.00 – 18.00.
Why go? as you make your way to the many stages of Uitmarkt you can also pick up some tunes for the evening.
Why go? as you make your way to the many stages of Uitmarkt you can also pick up some tunes for the evening.
Ella’s dieren ontmoetingsdag / pet meeting day @ Oosterpark, Sunday, 12.00 – 17.00, FREE, specifically for kids but all are welcome (even if you don't have a pet).
1st project from www.dezoektocht.eu a community building initiative. Ella’s dieren ontmoetings dag was suggested by eight-year-old Ella Vermey. She loves animals and wanted to meet and share her passion with others in the Dapperbuurt. Lots of activities for kids, animals and adults; including games, crafty corner, face painting, inflatable jumping castle, a dog trainer, a photo exhibition of the neighborhood animals, a dog-cat walk, pick-nicking, Djs, and food.
Why go? mingle with your dog
1st project from www.dezoektocht.eu a community building initiative. Ella’s dieren ontmoetings dag was suggested by eight-year-old Ella Vermey. She loves animals and wanted to meet and share her passion with others in the Dapperbuurt. Lots of activities for kids, animals and adults; including games, crafty corner, face painting, inflatable jumping castle, a dog trainer, a photo exhibition of the neighborhood animals, a dog-cat walk, pick-nicking, Djs, and food.
Why go? mingle with your dog
Tactiel & "La Graine et Le Mulet" @ Tolhuistuin, Sunday, 20.00, unknown price.
The Pavadita Tango String Quartet and Flashmobcinema present "La Graine et le Mulet"- the price winning 2007 film about the ambitions, frustrations, courage, slothfulness (indolentie) of migrant families of North-African decent in Southern France.
Why go? make your way to Amsterdam Noord and check out the trendy Tolholtuin
The Pavadita Tango String Quartet and Flashmobcinema present "La Graine et le Mulet"- the price winning 2007 film about the ambitions, frustrations, courage, slothfulness (indolentie) of migrant families of North-African decent in Southern France.
Why go? make your way to Amsterdam Noord and check out the trendy Tolholtuin
Winston Popprijs 2009 @ Winston Kingdom, Sunday, 20.00 – 23.00, €5.
The fourth round of Winston's 11th annual band competition for local talent.
Why go? check out the local talent
The fourth round of Winston's 11th annual band competition for local talent.
Why go? check out the local talent
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15 July 2009
Amsterdam Happenings for July 15 - 19
Things are slowing down here in Amsterdam as the majority of the country heads on holiday. Therefore I would recommend that you go to whatever club, cafe, creative space that you have been craving this weekend, because the majority of them are also "going on holiday" until the middle or end of August. So make your last rounds, party 'til you drop, and save the cheesy films for next weekend. That being said I have not separated the happenings into events and music this week as there are significantly less things going on than in previous weeks. I am working on compiling some info for a post, which I plan to make soon, about how to fill your weekends when half the country's doors are closed, but for this weekend just get out there enjoy before everything shuts. If you appreciate this agenda please "buy me a beer"/ click on my ads.
I want mention here, as I have had some comments about it, that although this agenda is in English and highlights activities that are in English it also lists interesting events that may only be Dutch; the reason being is - you are in the Netherlands and people speak Dutch here! But do you enjoy a great opera any less just because you don't understand Italian? Therefore I encourage you to stretch out and let a little Dutch rub off on you, trust me it won't hurt you! And of course have a grand weekend...
Happenings in Amsterdam July 15 - 19
Wednesday
Stedelijk in de Stad @ Museumplein, various activities & times, FREE.
Wednesday, 14 - 16, for kids 6 to 12, FREE,
Why go? since the Stedelijk is still under construction and without a home, enjoy the small projects and exhibitions throughout the summer.
Huis van Aristoteles @ Westerparkgasfabriek (in Westerpark), various times, €5, most activities geared for kids 6 -12 but also have activities for toddlers.
"Helden" (heros) activities through the week.
Why go? take the kids to the park for a picnic and then let them discover their inner hero after lunch.
Thursday
A different program of chamber music for every week in the historic Huize Frankendael.
Why go? enjoy the gardens and a trip just outside the Ringdijk.
Late Night Live Soul and Jazz @ mP3, Thursday, 22.00 - 03.00, €2 .
Groovy live soul, funk and jazz with Xander Vrienten en Co.
Why go? a change from the usual late night house and electronic sounds found in the City late
Ricksen: Dutch rapper @ Panama, Thursday, 20.00 - 00.00, €7.50.
Ricksen is a Dutch rapper with afkomst (origins) from the Maluku Island people, thus influenced by a lots of different sounds and music. A little rhythm and blues and beats.
Why go? check out and support local acts.
Entire Weekend
Why go? every weekend until September enjoy different shows, theater, music, etc...
Kwakoe @ Bijlmerpark, Zuid-Oost (metro stop Amsterdams Poort, then a short walk to the park), FREE, starts this weekend and continues every weekend until the August, not specific activities for kids although a very colorful, musical, delicious place to visit. See previous post for more details.
Why go? This is a must do & you have a few weekends to figure out how to fit this festival, but really it should only take a sunny day to convince you to drop everything and head to Zuid-Oost.
Variations on Earth: art exhibition @ Oosterkerk, Monday - Friday 9.00 - 17.00, FREE.
World artists in
Why go? check out the not often travel to Oosterkerk and some art on the side.
De Tent van mijn Tante theater for kids @ Amsterdam Noord, Meeuwenlaan 57 (near the Matras), everyday, various times, €4, for KIDS.
A theater group working to provide cultural, artistic, educational theater productions for children. Various activities from story telling, competitions, to theater acts. For kids 5 and up .
Wednesday - Saturday shows at 19.30 and Saturday and Sunday additional show at 15.00. Next week Wednesday - Sunday (July 22 - 26) at Rembrandtpark.
Why go? teach your kids to love theater via this children focused production.
5 days off festival @ various locations - Melkweg, Paradiso, Nederlands Instituut voor Mediakunst, pass €65.
The ninth edition of 5 days off is a spectacle of electronic music and art: a wearable technology model show, video complications, djs from all over the world, discussions with artists, etc...
Why go? For five nights submerse yourself in electronic tunes!
Down Under film and activities @ Filmtheather, Prinsengracht 452, various times, prices and activities until August 16, special events for kids.
Australian and New Zeeland films (events every Saturday). This week: Wednesday is the last showing of "Rabbit Proof Fence" at 19.00, Thursday - the following Wednesday the showing of "An Angel at My Table". Saturday at 17.00 a wine tasting and film.
And for kids, Sunday, "Who, What, Where Australia" presentation about
Why go? soak up a little Aussie history through film.
Comedy Train International Summer Festival @ Toomler (near the Hilton) Wednesday- Saturday. €12.50- €16.00, 20.30, all shows in English.
Two comedians from the UK- Markus Birdman and Jon Richardson, perform in two separate sets, each lasting 45 minutes in total.
Why go? get your dose of comedy on a rainy night
Film: "Happiest girl in the world" @ Filmmuseum, July 16 - 22, 21.45, €7,
Romanian family drama film by Radu Jude. Part of the "Previously Unreleased 2009" series.
Why go? critically acclaimed film with a Dutch production company.
Friday
Van Gogh Museum Avond, @ the Van Gogh Museum, Friday 19.30 - 22, entrée to museum, but free with Museumkaart.
Bart Rutten a conservator at the Stedelijk Museum will provide a guided tour of the Avant-gardes '20 / '60 starting at 19.30 with background tunes and visual complications by DJ Dirkson.
Bart Rutten a conservator at the Stedelijk Museum will provide a guided tour of the Avant-gardes '20 / '60 starting at 19.30 with background tunes and visual complications by DJ Dirkson.
Why go? why not enjoy some live music will checking out Van Gogh's work.
Daniel Gordon's North Korean trilogy @ Smart Project Space/Cinema, opens Friday, 20.15 with three consecutive parts, in English and or subtitles in English, €7 .
British director Daniel Gordon gained unprecedented and unrestricted access to North Korea to produce this award-winning documentary. Personal stories of daily life on the not so often seen other side of the DMZ.
Why go? unique portraits of life in North Korea
The Jitterbug is a famous folkdance that originated in the southern American states. The Dutch band Jitterbug plays the original fifties and sixties rock ‘n roll, doo-wop and rockabilly.
Why go? good time rock 'n roll, that makes you get up and jitterbug!!
Junkbeat @ Pacific Park, Friday, 23.00, FREE.
Live band from
Why go? awesome space, good music
Jampop @ P60, Friday and Saturday , 19.30, FREE Friday, €5 Saturday.
A two-day music festival with jam sessions, workshops, demos.
Why go? on Saturday get the inside scoop on "Rock On Roll The Stories"
Saturday
Stedelijk in de Stad @ Museumplein, various activities & times, FREE.
Saturday, 12-18, Alexis Blake (an artist in residence in the Red Light District) works in her space at RED A.I.R. She works to creates a platform for discussion of the collective identity of 'I Amsterdam'. English is spoken.
Why go? since the Stedelijk is still under construction and without a home, enjoy the small projects and exhibitions throughout the summer.
Beach Party from Cirque Excentrique @ Blijburg, Saturday, 19.00 - late, €7.
The band Music is Weapon from
Why go? Serious fun is always guaranteed when you there is an excuse for your inner child to let loose... buikglibaan here I come.
Buitenbios /Outside theater@ Het Ketelhuis/Westerpark, every Saturday 'til August 22nd, starts when it is dark around 22.00, FREE.
A free open air presentation in the Westerpark. This Saturday NPS-Kort/Short : 10 short films van eigen bodem (from your own soil aka made in the
Why go? good excuse to stay out late in the park
A broad program with a little bit for everyone- 2 music stages, theater of 20 shows, a kinderboederij (petting zoo) and other creative activities for kids!
Why go? enjoy some tunes on the beautiful lawns of Artis
Amsterdam Soul Club @ de Badcuyp Zuidpool, Saturday, 22.00, €6.
Music and video clips from the 'classic soul' period 1960s - beginning of 1970s.
Why go? a monthly favorite.
Urban Album Release Party @ Skek, Saturday, 23.00, FREE.
Easy flowing Dutch hip hop, and djs.
Why go? Check out the newest of albums
Sunday
International organ festival: concert for two organs @ De Oude Kerk, Sunday, 20.15, €10, kids under 6 free.
Two organ players this week Cristina Garcia Banegas from
Why go? give your self a breather, close your eyes enjoy the organ!
Shoeless: Open air music festival @ Het Rijk van de Keizer, Joris van den Breghweg 101, Sunday 10.00 - 22.00, €25.
A long list of DJs will spin in open air, but also an indoor area and a chill out room. It is known as an intimate affair and very "living room like", since you aren't allowed to wear your shoes.
Why go? a good excuse to air out those stinky feet, make them pretty paint them funky colors and dance.
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05 July 2009
Amsterdam Happenings for July 8 - 12
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