paroolNov 3, 2026, 14:32

These historic walking routes through Amsterdam feature a hundred objects from the Amsterdam Museum’s collection: ‘We find the leather briefs very funny’

Historians Floor van Spaendonck and Gijs Stork have released a new guidebook featuring twelve historical walking routes through Amsterdam to mark the Amsterdam Museum's centenary. The project highlights one hundred objects from the museum's collection at various locations throughout the city.

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Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

Amsterdam comedy club Comedy Queens features an all-female lineup: It is quite tough when you are the only woman on the bill

Amsterdam has launched a new comedy venue called Comedy Queens, which exclusively features female performers. Founder Fransje Westermann established the club to provide a supportive environment where women can develop their skills and advance their careers in comedy.

Light show returns to Dam Square on New Year's Eve, 'grim atmosphere has been turned around'

Amsterdam will again host a light and music show on the Dam this New Year's Eve to promote a festive atmosphere, as part of a city-wide effort to create new traditions amid a national ban on consumer fireworks. While the mayor praised the shift toward safer celebrations, she remains focused on managing potential illegal firework activity and resolving community tensions in neighborhoods like Floradorp.

Lomanstraat becomes an even bigger tourist magnet due to social media: "Dozens of people every day"

The Lomanstraat in Amsterdam has become a major tourist attraction due to its unique crooked plane trees, which have gained fame on social media. While dozens of visitors arrive daily to photograph the trees, local residents report that the increased foot traffic does not cause them significant nuisance.

Call for entries: sign up for the Parent & Child column in Het Parool

Het Parool is looking for families to participate in its weekly interview column, Ouder & Kind, which focuses on parenting and child-rearing experiences. Interested candidates should email the editorial team with their family details, including ages and their specific Amsterdam district of residence.

Suzan & Freek to perform three shows at Ziggo Dome in May 2027

Dutch duo Suzan & Freek have announced three concerts at the Ziggo Dome for May 2027 following their return to live performing earlier this year. The announcement comes ahead of the November 13 release of their latest album, Pijnstiller, with ticket sales for the concerts beginning this Friday.