From the iconic graffiti art of London Police to the hypnotic stencil works of Hugo Kaagman - this two-day art spectacle brings together big names and emerging talent on walls, squares, streets and even beer festivals. Free to attend and spread throughout Amsterdam, Urbanities United is the answer to the question of what the city looks like when art is given space.
"This is not just a festival, this is a love letter to the city - written in spray can and stencil."
A road map for explorers
Through a special street art map, you'll discover dozens of art installations and live performances in each city district. Whether you start at the NDSM terrain or in the center at the Sint Nicolaasstraat, the route will lead you past open studios, temporary murals and hidden gems.
Highlights:
Paint & Beer Festival
Amsterdam's longest running street art & special beer festival takes place at Het Groene Veld in Noord (September 13 & 14, 14:00-20:00). SNUB23, Sad Nut, Ed209 and Pixie, among others, will provide live art while you sip your IPA.
Live painting by Paul Watty
The Hollandsche Manege will be the British grandmaster's temporary canvas on September 13 (12:00-16:00).
Free Street Art Tour
On September 14 (12:00-15:00) discover a four-hour route from downtown to NDSM under the guidance of connoisseurs.
QRU Flea Market
Spaklerweg 1 will be transformed into a street art flea market full of prints, zines and collector's items on September 14 (10:00-17:00).
Street Art Films @ Cinema De Vlugt
Expect two days of short documentaries, behind-the-scenes and exclusive interviews.
Art without walls
Urbanities United celebrates not only street art, but also the freedom and accessibility of art. For everyone, on the street. Without a ticket, without a gate. Just in the city.