What’s on in Amsterdam: The Coolest Events to Catch This June

30.05.2025

Amsterdam’s Biggest Events in June 2025

As summer unfolds, Amsterdam bursts to life with open-air celebrations, music festivals and cultural happenings. From intimate garden tours to a once-in-a-lifetime citywide birthday party, June 2025 is packed with unforgettable experiences. Here’s your definitive guide.

Mystic Garden Festival

7 June | Held in Sloterpark, Mystic Garden is a one-day electronic music festival known for its immersive, dreamlike setting. Expect elaborate stage design, theatrical performances and a crowd dressed for fantasy. The line-up typically includes a mix of house, techno and melodic acts.

Amsterdam Open Air

7–8 June | Located in Gaasperpark, this two-day festival celebrates the city’s vibrant nightlife scene, with electronic music across multiple stages. A collaboration between leading Amsterdam clubs and event brands, it also features food trucks, fashion pop-ups and art installations.

Lente Kabinet Festival

7–8 June | This boutique festival is set in the natural surroundings of Het Twiske and combines electronic music with visual arts and thought-provoking installations. Curated by the creators of Dekmantel Festival, it appeals to a creative and eclectic crowd.

Bacchus Wine Festival

6–8 June, 13–15 June | Held in the Amsterdamse Bos, Bacchus brings together over 300 wines from Amsterdam wine shops and international producers. The event includes food stalls by local chefs, live music and wine workshops. It’s a relaxed yet sophisticated setting ideal for socialising.

ToekomstTiendaagse (Future Ten Days)

12–21 June | This citywide initiative explores Amsterdam’s future across ten days of exhibitions, debates, performances and innovation showcases. Events take place in various locations including museums, public spaces and cultural institutions. This is part of the lead-up to the city’s 750th anniversary in October.

Holland Festival

11–29 June | The Netherlands’ most prestigious international performing arts festival presents innovative theatre, opera, music and dance. The 2025 edition includes collaborations between global artists and Dutch companies, and performances take place across venues including the Muziekgebouw, ITA and Carré.

Zuidas Run

13 June | The Zuidas financial district hosts a high-energy evening 5K and 10K run, followed by drinks, networking and entertainment. The event attracts professionals from the business and legal sectors and supports various local charities.

Open Garden Days

13–15 June | An annual opportunity to visit approximately 25 private gardens hidden behind the canal houses of Amsterdam’s historic centre. This year’s theme focuses on gardens as scenic backdrops. Tickets provide access to all participating gardens once over the three days. Tickets cost €22.50 in advance via Museum van Loon or €25 at the door.

BITE of Amsterdam

13–16 June | Amstelpark hosts one of Amsterdam’s biggest food festivals. Expect street food, chef-led masterclasses, tastings, wine pairings and family-friendly entertainment. It’s the official start of the summer food season in the city.

Festival Op de Ring

21 June | To mark Amsterdam’s 750th birthday, the A10 ring road will close to car traffic and transform into a 15km-long pedestrian festival site. The event will feature more than 25 programme elements including music, dance, sports, theatre, and even weddings.

Tropikali Festival

28–29 June | Held at NDSM-Plein along the river IJ, Tropikali features a vibrant mix of Afrobeat, Latin, house and world music. This boutique event is known for its inclusive and festive atmosphere, complete with flamboyant costumes and multicultural food.

Awakenings Festival

28–29 June | One of the most famous techno festivals in the world, Awakenings takes place in Spaarnwoude just outside the city. It features international DJs, massive stages and state-of-the-art lighting and sound production.

Vondelpark Open Air Festival

Various dates throughout June | Free performances in Amsterdam’s most beloved park, featuring music, dance, cabaret and the spoken word. Events are held at the open-air theatre and are open to the public without a reservation.

On the Roof Film Festival

Dates in June TBC | This small but highly curated rooftop film series screens international and Dutch films at unique elevated locations across the city. Expect short films, indie features and Q&As with filmmakers. Details are typically released closer to the event.