Amsterdam News in English
Latest amsterdam headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
It’s not a reproach, but a conclusion. I hope Koeman also draws that conclusion after Ecuador
The author describes a playful soccer encounter with a young boy at the AVV Swift fields on the Olympiaplein in Amsterdam. The piece serves as a commentary on Ronald Koeman and the Dutch national team...
Son Mieux to return to Ziggo Dome in early 2027: 'Can't believe it'
The Dutch band Son Mieux has announced a return to the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam for a concert on January 22, 2027. This performance follows their previous two-show run at the same venue in 2025.
Hooray! A brand new Kruidvat in Oud-West (saves a sprint to Kinkerstraat)
A new Kruidvat store has opened in the Helmersbuurt neighborhood of Amsterdam's Oud-West district. The new location provides local residents with more convenient access to products, eliminating the ne...
Neighborhood not surprised by rats in restaurant: "Gross, but very Amsterdam"
The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) closed a restaurant in Amsterdam-Oost after social media footage revealed a rat infestation in the kitchen. While local residents expr...
Architect Van Bergen on Bergen building plans: Add quality, not just bricks
Architect Michael van Bergen, winner of the 2025 Amsterdam prize for best housing project, shared his insights on housing developments in his hometown of Bergen. He emphasized that construction projec...
Amsterdam bans fatbikes in Vondelpark from May 11
Amsterdam will ban fatbikes in the Vondelpark starting May 11, marking the city's first such restricted area. After a two-week grace period to allow riders to adjust, the municipality will begin enfor...
No more cutting off, wheelies, and close passes: Amsterdam's Vondelpark to ban fatbikes
Amsterdam's Vondelpark will become the city's first area to implement a total ban on fatbikes starting May 11. The measure aims to address dangerous riding behaviors such as wheelies and close passing...
Fatbikes banned in Vondelpark from May 11
Starting May 11, fatbikes with tires wider than seven centimeters will be prohibited from entering Amsterdam's Vondelpark to improve safety and reduce nuisance. Following an initial two-week warning p...
Residents of Kromme Mijdrechtstraat terrified after another shooting; suspected revenge for mild sentence in Eric Sekiza killing
Residents of the Kromme Mijdrechtstraat in Amsterdam are in fear following a shooting on Sunday, marking the third such incident at the same residence in four years. Some locals suggest the attack was...
Michael (50) from Bergen lost everything, but now wins Zuiderkerk Prize: ‘This feels like recognition’
Architect Michael van Bergen has been awarded the Zuiderkerkprijs 2025 for designing the best residential building in Amsterdam. After moving to the city following significant personal setbacks, Van B...
Weekend tips: things to do in Amsterdam (April 3 to 5)
Amsterdam offers a variety of activities for the weekend of April 3rd through 5th, including local markets, DJ sets, and spring blossom viewing. The city provides options for both those seeking a rela...
Record number of hospitality businesses forced to close immediately due to pests
A record number of catering establishments in the Netherlands were forced to close due to pest infestations during the first quarter of 2026. Inspectors expressed concern after a video of rats in an A...
New council debates: Big Left Energy sounds cute, but what about metro 53?
Following local elections, Amsterdam's city council debated the start of coalition negotiations between the PRO alliance and D66, while addressing a record-low voter turnout of 47.1 percent. Oppositio...
House in North closed due to illegal prostitution: "Constant stream of men"
Mayor Femke Halsema has ordered the three-month closure of a residence in Amsterdam-Noord that was being used for illegal prostitution. Neighbors reported constant nuisance, including noise and intimi...
Possible fourth suspect involved in Amsterdam jewelry store robbery
Amsterdam police are searching for four suspects involved in an armed robbery of a jewelry store in the Osdorp neighborhood. The suspects fled on fatbikes after smashing display cases and stealing jew...
Psychiatric treatment demanded for man who stabbed 85-year-old with screwdriver
Prosecutors have demanded mandatory psychiatric treatment for a man who stabbed an 85-year-old victim multiple times with a screwdriver in Amsterdam. The attack occurred last July on Riekerweg, where ...
Record number of Easter baptisms in Catholic churches
Catholic churches in the Diocese of Haarlem-Amsterdam are reporting a record 160 baptisms during this year's Easter celebrations. The increase is particularly significant among young adults who are re...
Information sessions on IJ tunnel closure: live and online
The IJ-tunnel in Amsterdam will be closed for major maintenance from July 1, 2027, until November 2028. Information sessions are being organized, both in-person and online, to inform the public about ...
Special stamp marks 25 years of same-sex marriage in the Netherlands
A special stamp was unveiled at De Nieuwe Kerk in Amsterdam to celebrate the 25th anniversary of same-sex marriage legalization in the Netherlands. The country made history as the first in the world t...
Amsterdam turns orange for the new Queen of the Netherlands
On September 5, 1898, the city of Amsterdam celebrated the arrival of the 18-year-old future Queen Wilhelmina. The historic event, which saw the city decorated in orange, was captured in a painting by...
Stricter holiday rental rules from today: what changes in the city center and De Pijp
Amsterdam has halved the maximum number of nights allowed for vacation rentals in the city center and De Pijp neighborhood from 30 to 15 per year. Effective immediately, the measure aims to reduce tou...
'He is a great danger to society': Amsterdam man convicted of murdering ex in Spaarnwoude remains in custody
A 44-year-old man from Amsterdam will remain in custody while appealing his 20-year prison sentence for the murder of his ex-girlfriend in Spaarnwoude. The court determined that the suspect, who has b...
Atmosphere at the Stopera: new council installed, debate on scout's report
The new city council of Amsterdam is being installed today at the Stopera, where members will be sworn in for a four-year term. Following the ceremony, a debate will take place regarding a proposal fo...
Blossom Park Amsterdam Forest 2026: everything you need to know about the blooming season
The Bloesempark in the Amsterdamse Bos is preparing for its annual spring bloom in 2026, featuring the peak of the Japanese cherry blossoms. This natural event is short-lived, with the blooming period...
Delano Gouda is window cleaner and club top scorer at AFC in Amsterdam: ‘Someone from The Hague finds his way anywhere’
Delano Gouda, a striker from The Hague, has become the top scorer for the Amsterdam-based club AFC during his debut season in the second division. His contributions have been vital in keeping the team...
Tulips everywhere: Amsterdam is in bloom again in April (and yes, they’re even floating in Vondelpark)
The annual Tulp Festival returns to Amsterdam in April, featuring extensive tulip displays across the city's parks, squares, and streets. Notable locations like the Vondelpark are being decorated with...
You can slide down the stairs in this apartment complex: We wanted a building for families
The Cornelis residential project in Amsterdam has won the 2025 Zuiderkerkprijs and is now a finalist for the Amsterdam Architecture Prize (Gouden AAP). Designed specifically for families, the building...
Just like 25 years ago, the mayor married three same-sex couples last night
Mayor Femke Halsema officiated the marriages of three same-sex couples at Amsterdam's Stopera to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the world's first legal same-sex weddings. The ceremony included sp...
26 councilors bid farewell: "Thank you; I'll be back!"
Twenty-six city council members in Amsterdam officially stepped down today, concluding terms that ranged from a few months to more than twenty years. During the farewell ceremony, several departing me...
26 council members bid farewell: Thank you; I'll be back!
Twenty-six members of the Amsterdam city council officially departed today, with some having served for over two decades. The outgoing council members shared messages of gratitude and advice during th...