Amsterdam News in English
Amsterdam news in English — daily headlines from Dutch local newspapers covering housing, transport, city politics, neighbourhoods, culture and events, for expats, international students and English-speaking residents.
Halsema: Extra measures at Amsterdam Pride if necessary following Berlin attack
Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema announced that additional security measures will be implemented at Pride Amsterdam if necessary following a recent attack in Berlin. The decision aims to ensure the safety of the event attendees.
Then in Amsterdam: everything about the lesser-known sister of the Westergasfabriek
While the Westergasfabriek is well-known to locals, the former Zuidergasfabriek in the Amstelkwartier remains a less famous industrial site in Amsterdam. A prominent tower still stands today as a remi...
Newly graduated artists exhibit at Ron Mandos gallery: "This is bizarre"
Galerie Ron Mandos in Amsterdam is hosting the 'Best of Graduates 2026' exhibition, featuring works from 26 newly graduated artists from across the Netherlands. The event aims to provide a professiona...
Residents evacuated in middle of the night after explosive found at Nieuw-West toy store
Residents of an apartment building in Amsterdam's Nieuw-West district were evacuated early in the morning after an explosive was discovered at a local toy store. The Explosive Ordnance Disposal Servic...
Haarlemmerbuurt fed up with nuisance: "Even drinks are being snatched from people on terraces"
Residents and business owners in the Haarlemmerbuurt area of Amsterdam are reporting increased nuisance from homeless individuals, including intimidation, theft, and harassment. While the municipality...
Motorist causes huge disturbance in Nieuw-West and is banned from driving
A driver in the Nieuw-West district of Amsterdam was prohibited from continuing their journey after police measured their car producing 90 decibels, exceeding the legal limit of 81. The vehicle will r...
Johan Cruijff Arena tests automatic payment for drinks and snacks
Ajax supporters can participate in a pilot program at the Johan Cruijff Arena that allows them to purchase food and drinks through automated payments using AI and tracking technology. The system enabl...
62-jarige man maakt afspraak voor seks met '15-jarig meisje': 140 uur taakstraf
A 62-year-old man was sentenced to 140 hours of community service for arranging a sexual encounter with a person he believed to be a 15-year-old girl. Although the individual was actually an adult set...
Illegal prostitution in Diemen home causes neighborhood nuisance
The mayor of Diemen has closed a residence in the Holland Park neighborhood due to illegal prostitution and reports of nuisance. Local authorities are actively working with the police to combat human ...
LIVE: The Pride Walk in Amsterdam
The Pride Walk, a protest for queer inclusion and solidarity, is taking place today in Amsterdam. Participants gathered at Dam Square at 11:00 AM before marching towards Vondelpark, which has been ren...
Aisha fled Uganda, but the IND does not believe she is a lesbian
Aisha, a Ugandan refugee who fled strict anti-gay laws in her home country, is challenging the Dutch immigration service's denial of her asylum claim regarding her sexual orientation. She addressed at...
Fireball flies over North Holland: "What the fuck?!"
A bright fireball was observed by numerous people across the Netherlands, including several locations in Amsterdam, yesterday evening. While experts initially suggested it might be a meteor, satellite...
Funda find: this apartment in the heart of Amsterdam has a surprisingly luxurious extra
A luxury apartment located in the center of Amsterdam offers residents exclusive hotel-like amenities, including a caretaker, a swimming pool, and a sauna. These features are part of the daily living ...
Across North Holland: music tour through Amsterdam and permanent campers in Zandvoort
Reporter Michel Gijselhart explores North Holland, featuring a musical bike tour through historical spots in Amsterdam and families in Zandvoort fighting to save their long-term camping spots. The ser...
Across North Holland: on a pilgrimage in Heiloo and Trafassi’s mega-hit Wasmasjien
Reporter Michel Gijselhart explores various cultural events in North Holland, including religious pilgrimages in Heiloo and the musical career of Amsterdam-based artist Edgar Burgos. The report highli...
Famous fries originated at Zonneplein snack bar: 'Damn it Dick, it looks like a war!'
The popular Dutch snack known as 'patatje oorlog' is believed to have originated in 1976 at a snack bar on Zonneplein in Amsterdam-Noord. A local man named Dick claims he invented the combination of f...
North Holland had its own monster: beware of the Bullebak
Author and historian Floor Bal has released a new children's book exploring traditional Dutch folklore, including the legend of the 'Bullebak' monster from North Holland. These historical tales often ...
Concerts, parades, street parties: what to do during WorldPride
WorldPride begins in Amsterdam today, featuring a two-week program of concerts, street parties, and the Canal Parade. The event includes the official opening by Queen Máxima at Vondelpark and culmina...
Comet over the city: "Never seen anything like it"
A suspected comet was spotted over Amsterdam around 10:30 PM, prompting numerous citizens to share video footage of the event. Similar sightings of the object were reported across other parts of the N...
Festivalgoers dance the day away at Mini Milkshake: "I can be myself here"
Hundreds of festival-goers with intellectual disabilities gathered at Amsterdam's Westerpark for the Mini Milkshake festival. The event serves as an inclusive tradition, allowing attendees to enjoy a ...
Two explosions and vandalism: CCTV cameras installed on Amsterdam square
The municipality of Amsterdam has implemented camera surveillance on Abraham Staalmanplein following two explosions and incidents of vandalism targeting a local toy store. These security measures will...
Rainbow Dress on display at Dutch National Opera & Ballet starting tomorrow
The Rainbow Dress, a symbol of LGBTQIA+ solidarity and resistance, will be displayed at the Nationale Opera & Ballet in Amsterdam for two weeks during WorldPride. The exhibition features the dress, ma...
Alderman considers charging taxi drivers for use of Central Station rank
Amsterdam alderman Elise Moeskops is considering requiring taxi drivers to pay for using the taxi stand at Central Station to help fund ongoing supervision and address structural issues. This potentia...
Alderman considers charging taxi drivers for using Central Station stand
Amsterdam alderman Elise Moeskops is considering requiring taxi drivers to pay for using the taxi stand at Central Station to fund permanent monitoring and address ongoing technical and behavioral iss...
Targets of a night of violence in Amsterdam: seven victims assaulted and house vandalized
A 21-year-old man from Delft and three associates committed a series of violent attacks against seven victims in Amsterdam. The group beat and kicked their victims without provocation and caused signi...
Ruby anniversary for Philippe Elan, the chansonnier from the Jordaan
Chansonnier Philippe Elan is celebrating his 40th anniversary in the music industry with two sold-out concerts at the Concertgebouw this weekend. Having lived in the Jordaan district since the 1980s, ...
Teddy Swims returns to the Ziggo Dome next year
American singer Teddy Swims has announced a return to the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam for a concert on March 16, 2027. This performance is part of his upcoming tour, titled The Ugly Tour.
Anne's favorites: This is truly a hidden gem many Amsterdammers don't know
Anne Tonen, the founder of the lifestyle platform YourDailyLife.nl, shares her expert recommendations for unique and lesser-known dining spots in Amsterdam. Drawing from her experience as a local, she...
Major crackdown on pimp gang: 'Romanian men considered red-light district their property'
Seven men were arrested following police raids on Amsterdam's red-light district for operating a Romanian pimping ring. The suspects allegedly exploited sex workers for years through deception, threat...
Over nine thousand fewer flights at Schiphol due to cold and war
Schiphol Airport processed over 9,100 fewer flights in the first half of this year compared to the same period in 2023. These cancellations were primarily caused by severe winter weather and flight re...
About Amsterdam News in English
Amsterdam news in English, refreshed throughout the day from a curated selection of Dutch local newspapers and national outlets. We follow the stories that matter for people living, working, or studying in Amsterdam: housing market shifts and tenant rights, public transport changes on GVB and NS, city council decisions, neighbourhood safety reports from Centrum, Zuid, Oost, West, Noord and Nieuw-West, cultural events at venues like Paradiso and Melkweg, restaurant openings, and major incidents reported by Het Parool, AT5, NH Nieuws, and other Amsterdam publishers. Headlines and summaries are translated into English so you don't need fluent Dutch to keep up with what's happening in the city.