In 2025, Amsterdam will celebrate its 750th anniversary. A milestone that will be celebrated grandly with a spectacular weekend of festivities exactly 75 hours long. Scattered throughout the city dozens of events will take place that celebrate Amsterdam's versatility. Expect culture, music, dance, food and above all: connection. We tip some must-visits for this unique anniversary weekend.
Monday, Oct. 27: 27 Meters of cake on Dam Square
At 07:50 the mayor will cut the start of the day with a 75-meter-long cake, divided into 7,500 pieces, on Dam Square. Then, between 08:00 and 10:00, the cake will be distributed free of charge throughout the districts of the city so that all of Amsterdam can join in the celebration.
Monday, Oct. 27: Opening Amsterdam in Motion
The permanent experience Amsterdam in Motion officially opens its doors. At the center is a large model of the city that shows how Amsterdam has grown from 1275 to the city of the future. Location: Zuiveringshal on the Westergasterrein.
"Amsterdam celebrates its 750th anniversary not only by looking back, but especially by looking forward - in every street, in every square and with everyone."
Monday, Oct. 27: Amsterdam Eat!
Scattered throughout the city, Amsterdam residents and visitors are invited to eat and drink together at long tables at 75 eateries.
Monday, Oct. 27: Official closing concert Museum Square
Monday evening from 8:30 p.m., all Amsterdammers are welcome at Museumplein for the official closing concert with performances by well-known Dutch artists such as Maan, Karsu, Yves Berendse, Wibi Soerjadi and Kris Kross Amsterdam. The evening promises a varied program, from classical to pop and from Dutch song to dance. The artists will perform in surprising duos.
