Our guide is updated at the start of every month, packed with the best events. Explore the best of Amsterdam with insider tips and recommendations. Whether you’re planning your weekend or looking to fill your calendar, let our monthly roundup help you make the most of everything Amsterdam has to offer!
What’s Happening in Amsterdam in June 2026?
There’s so much fun happening again! Foodies can enjoy the return of the city’s favorite food festival in Amstelpark, listen to live jazz in a beautiful courtyard garden, go salsa dancing at Westergas and so much more!
Check out the best things to do in June in Amsterdam here.
- Bite of Amsterdam – June 19 until 21
- Jazz @ H’Art – Every Sunday
- Schinkel District Block Party – June 18
- Festivals this month
- Summer Breeze – From June 4
- Red Light Jazz Festival – June 5 – 7
- Open Garden Days – June 19 to 21
- Hollandse Nieuwe (raw herring) – from June 17
- Best swimming spots in the city
- Markets
- Art & Culture
- Fun Activities
- Weekend Day Trips – Explore the Rest of The Netherlands
Bite of Amsterdam – June 19 until 21
For one weekend, some of the Netherlands’ most famous chefs are taking over the Amstelpark for a huge food festival in Amsterdam. Expect amazing dishes from top restaurants and chefs like Jonathan Zandbergen (Wild Atelier), Takis Panagakis (Elea), Ori Geller (Nela), Max Deenik (Visaandeschelde), Bas Varga (Shun), Wilco Berends (De Nederlanden*), Jasper Hermans (SAAM Restaurant) en Dorus Floris (Showw*).
You can try signature dishes from Michelin-starred restaurants and popular spots across the city, with bites starting from just €7.50. There’s also a Chef’s Table experience where you can watch the chefs cook up close while enjoying the atmosphere of the kitchen. Can’t decide what to try? Go for the Amusetour and walk between different restaurants for small tasting dishes paired with wine.
Jazz @ H’Art – Every Sunday
Jazz at H’ART is back in the beautiful museum courtyard! In June and July, you can enjoy jazz concerts on Sundays in a fun summer setting.
Tickets are €9, and doors open at 15:00.
Schinkel District Block Party – June 18
This block party is taking over the street from 17:00 until 22:00! Expect drinks, food, DJ’s, games & more. It will be a true neighbourhood street party, bringing the energy of the district out into the open.
@ Vliegtuigstraat Get your tickets here.
Festivals this month
- Festifest June 6, 13:00 – 23:00 @ NDSM
- 909 festival June 7, 13:00 – 23:00 @ Amsterdamse Bos
- Tropikali festival June 13, 12:00 – 23:00 @ NDSM
- Mystic Garden Echo’s of Amsterdam June 20, 13:00 – 23:00 @ Sloterplas
- Amsterdam Roots Festival June 28, 13:00 – 23:00 @ Oosterpark
Summer Breeze – From June 4
Every Thursday, the biggest Latin party in Amsterdam! You can dance freely both indoors and outdoors, and you can also join dance classes. Tickets from €17,50 @ Westweelde
Red Light Jazz Festival – June 5 – 7
Three days of jazz music at unique locations in the Red Light District, like Casa Rosso, Casa Blanca, The Bulldog Hotel, and many more. Get your tickets here.
Open Garden Days – June 19 to 21
Every year, more than 30 gardens in Amsterdam open their doors so you can take a look, and it’s really nice! These are often places that are not usually open to the public. Tickets are €25.
Hollandse Nieuwe (raw herring) – from June 17
Best places to get your herring in Amsterdam:
- Centrale Vishandel
- Everts Vishuisje
- De Zeevang
- Volendammer Haringhandel Jonk
Best swimming spots in the city
- Park Somerlust
- Marinneterrein
- Weesperzijde
- Houthavens in front of Hotel Boat & Co
- Gaasperplas
- Cafe de Ceuvel
- Borgortuin
Markets
- Biggest Flea Market @ IJhallen, June 27 & 28
- Museum Market @ Museum Square, June 21
- Pure Market @ Amstelpark, June 14
- Curiosity and antique market @ Amstelveld, June 26
- Pure Market @ Park Frankendael, June 28
- Sunday Market @ Westergas, June 28
Newest Restaurants in Amsterdam
Of course, a great restaurant can’t be missing from the list of monthly activities. And what could be more fun than trying one of Amsterdam’s newest spots? As you know, we love keeping lists, and that includes a list of Restaurants that recently opened in Amsterdam—and there are quite a few! Check them out here.
Even more Amsterdam Tips
Art & Culture
Fun Activities
- Dining in The Dark: Enjoy a three, four, or five-course dining experience that takes place entirely in the dark. Book your spot here →
- 2-Hour Private Karaoke Session: Book a private karaoke booth for up to 10 people for a super fun night out! Book your spot here →
- 80’s Roller Skating Rink: Go back to the ’80s with a stunning decor and the best ’80s music. Spend a fun and active day out skating with friends and family in the rink. Book your spot here →
- Visit House of Bols: Bols Cocktail Experience takes you through the history of Genever and liqueur, unveiling the secrets behind the craft of distillation that has been practiced for over 400 years by Lucas Bols, the world’s oldest distilled spirit brand. Book your experience here →
- Wine Tasting with Experienced Sommelier: The sommelier guides you through a curated selection of 5 wines, all sourced from local winemakers. Book your tasting here →
Weekend Day Trips – Explore the Rest of The Netherlands
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