The weather’s getting hotter and we’re looking forward to a whole host of fun things to do this June in Amsterdam. There’s plenty on the roster and one thing’s for certain – you won’t be bored this month!
With free festivals, Candlelight Concerts and plenty of immersive exhibitions to experience, there’s plenty on offer. Don’t miss these amazing events, some of which happen only once a year!
1. Amsterdam Open Air
Amsterdam Open Air Festival will take place on June 1 & 2 this year at Gaasperpark. This popular festival of Amsterdam nightlife celebrates music for 2 days, with a program that covers the entire breadth of Dutch dance.
Performers will bring Amsterdam a big dose of music ! There will be ten stages at the festival and genres such as house, techno, pop, Latin, Afro and urban are fully represented. Don’t miss it !
2. Rent a Boat for a Canal Tour
Amsterdam is beautiful as seen from its many amazing canals. You don’t need a license for a boat hire either! Some of these boats come with captains so you can sit back and relax, and in others, you can try your hand at controlling the boat yourself. Could you imagine something nicer to do on a spring afternoon?
3. Candlelight: A Tribute to Adele
On June 13, at the stunning Royal Theatre Tuschinski in Amsterdam, you can experience an unmissable concert dedicated to the music of world-renowned singer Adele. It’s not your usual, run-of-the-mill tribute act.
No, instead Adele’s music will be performed to the glow of thousands of flickering candles. Expect to hear songs like ‘Rolling In The Deep’, ‘Rumour Has It’ and ‘Hello’ in a way you will never have experienced before.
4. Bacchus Wine Festival
5. Take a day trip to a pretty village near Amsterdam
With the promise of warmer weather on the way, we’re looking forward to exploring the Netherlands and if you’re after a short day trip then you’re in luck! There are plenty of pretty villages near Amsterdam where you can catch some sea air or sample some delicious Dutch culture (cheese).
6. Candlelight: The Four Seasons of Vivaldi
Anyone who’s a fan of classical music recognises the name, Antonio Vivaldi. After all, the famous composer produced some of the most legendary works of all time. This season, the Royal Theatre Tuschinski welcomes the Thesaurus quartet to perform one of history’s greatest examples of program music, The Four Seasons. Prepare to enter a world of magic and wonder by the light of countless candles.
You can catch it on June 20 and it’s going to be spectacular.
7. Vondelpark Openlucht Theatre
Every Saturday and Sunday from now until the end of summer you can catch performances at Vondelpark. It’s even completely free to attend!
You’ll find a mixture of performances for adults, families, and children including classical presentations and musical acts. Then, you can just sit back and enjoy a picnic in this beautiful park. Check out the website for more information.
8.Neon Brush: Sip & paint experience in the Dark
Another fantastic immersive experience that you can’t afford to miss this June is Neon Brush, a painting session in a unique retro-futuristic atmosphere.
Neon Brush is an amazing painting session mixing classic & fluorescent paint with an artist guiding you through the process, while you sip a delicious drink and listen to a great soundtrack! Go with friends, family, and partners, or book Neon Brush for a memorable work team-building activity. Invest in the good times, get your camera out to take some snaps, and bring your painting home with you to hang proudly or give to someone special.
So there you have it, what a fun-packed month! It’s definitely time to get out and breathe some fresh air as the sun finally shines on Amsterdam!