If you’re living in Amsterdam or planning to visit this June, you’re in for a treat. The city is alive with festivals, food, music, and celebrations – the perfect excuse to explore and create new memories.
Bacchus Winefestival
6–8 & 13–15 June, Amsterdamse Bos
Tickets available at bacchuswijnfestival.nl
Wine lovers, rejoice! Taste over 300 wines from all over the world, enjoy delicious food, and dance to live DJs at this lovely outdoor event in Amsterdamse Bos.
Amsterdam Open Air & Lente Kabinet
7–8 June, Gaasperpark
Tickets at amsterdamopenair.nl and lentekabinet.nl
Festival season kicks off with these two vibrant events. Amsterdam Open Air offers a rich mix of music, while Lente Kabinet brings art and creativity into the mix.
BITE of Amsterdam
13–16 June, Amstelpark
Tickets at biteofamsterdam.nl
Foodies will love this one. A wide variety of street food and local delicacies await, alongside cooking demos and more, set in the beautiful Amstelpark.
Open Garden Days
13–15 June, Various private canal gardens
Tickets at opentuinendagen.nl
Get a rare glimpse into some of Amsterdam’s most beautiful private canal gardens. The exact locations stay secret until the event, adding to the excitement.
ToekomstTiendaagse (Future Festival)
12–21 June, Various locations around Zuidas
More information
A festival looking ahead. Join workshops, exhibitions, and talks about Amsterdam’s future in sustainability, innovation and city life.
Yet Zuidas Run
13 June, Gustav Mahlerplein, Zuidas
More information
Take part in this popular business run through the Zuidas district. Choose 5 km or 10 km and enjoy a lively afterparty with food and drinks.
Vondelpark Open Air Festival
June dates TBC, Vondelpark
Free entry
Enjoy free outdoor concerts and performances in Amsterdam’s most famous park. A perfect way to enjoy the summer vibe.
On the Roof Film Festival
June dates TBC, rooftops across Amsterdam
Tickets at ontherooffilmfestival.com
Watch films under the sky with stunning views of the city in this unique rooftop cinema experience.
Holland Festival & Dutch Theatre Festival
11–29 June, Various venues
Tickets at hollandfestival.nl and nederlandsedansdagen.nl
World-class theatre, dance, music, and performance art from around the globe – perfect for culture lovers.
Festival Op de Ring
21 June | Free entry
On the longest day of the year, Amsterdam’s A10 Ring Road transforms into a 15-kilometre-long car-free festival. The city celebrates its 750th birthday with music, dance, theatre, art, and more. Highlights include a forest of 750 trees, 20 couples tying the knot, a highway rave, and performances by local artists. Access to Zones West and South requires a free timed-entry ticket, available at opdering.nl.
Tropikali Festival
28–29 June, NDSM-Plein
Tickets at tropikali.nl
End June with a splash of tropical beats and dance along the water at this lively festival.
The South African Expat 
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