Amsterdam events this week: 25 September – 2 October 2026
Amsterdam has 25 events on this week. The line-up leans towards gigs and concerts, alongside club nights, plus plays, musicals and shows. Here is what is on, who it suits and how to plan your days out.
For music fans
Choose between Home Free at Melkweg (Friday, 19:00), Mi Casa at Melkweg (Friday, 19:30) and Punkrock Ruined My Life Fest 2026 at Patronaat (Friday, 19:45), plus 13 more in the listings above.
For a late night out
Choose between Fuck the Cistem at Patronaat (Friday, 23:00), Polyphonic Orchestra at Melkweg (Saturday, 19:00) and Nooduitgang at Patronaat (Saturday, 23:00).
For a night at the theatre
There is one pick: NOFX: 40 Years of Fuckin' Up (2026) at Melkweg (Friday to Saturday).
Something different
Choose between Parking permit The Pussycat Dolls at Parkeergebouwen Amsterdam (Sunday) and Derek Ogilvie - Up Close and Personal at Van der Valk Hotel Haarlem (Sunday, 13:30, 19:30).
For a laugh
There is one pick: Dylan Moran - Looking For Trouble at De Meervaart (Friday, 20:00).
Planning your days out
Most start between 19:00 and 21:15, which leaves time for dinner first. 9 of them are within 3 km of the centre. For a late one, Fuck the Cistem at Patronaat starts at 23:00.
Friday is the busiest day, with 10 events.




















