Searching for events and things to do in Amsterdam, Netherlands in April 2027?
April is a great time to visit the world-famous Keukenhof Gardens in Lisse; the end of the month sees the King’s Day celebrations in Amsterdam.
Our hand-picked, curated guide for both visitors and locals lists dozens of ideas for springtime – from museum exhibitions to sport and concerts.
Key events in Amsterdam in April 2027
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Keukenhof Gardens
The world famous Dutch tulip park is a must-visit with its beautiful landscaped gardens and amazing flower displays. The 2027 season runs 18 Mar to 9 May 2027.
Late April sees peak bloom and days can sell out. Check Keukenhof tickets/activities here or see our Keukenhof tickets guide here
Museums & Exhibitions in Amsterdam (April 2027)
MOCO Museum – The acclaimed modern and contemporary art museum on Museumplein. Banksy: Laugh Now has a diverse selection of works from the anonymous British street artist. Reserve MOCO Museum ticket timeslots here or see our MOCO Museum guide here
Rijksmuseum – The Rijksmuseum’s extensive collection (including Rembrandt’s iconic Night Watch) is a must-see in Amsterdam. Book Rijksmuseum tickets here
Van Gogh Museum – Iconic museum with the world’s largest collection of Vincent van Gogh paintings. Book Van Gogh Museum ticket here
Anne Frank House – The canal house on Amsterdam’s Prinsengracht canal where Anne Frank wrote her famous teenage wartime diary whilst hiding from German occupation.
Can’t find a ticket timeslot for the Anne Frank house? Why not instead book the Anne Frank & Jewish Quarter walking tour (2 hours) here
STRAAT – A unique experience. The world’s biggest street art and graffiti museum in a 8,000m² warehouse at NDSM wharf and showcasing some 180 artworks, all made on-site. Book your STRAAT tickets here
Stedelijk – Amsterdam’s main modern and contemporary art museum. Book Stedelijk tickets here
Banksy Museum Amsterdam – Museum in Amsterdam dedicated to the anonymous British street artist. Featuring 160 artworks including paintings and mural recreations set-in-scene. Worth a trip out to the Westerpark area. Book Banksy Museum tickets here
Rembrandt House – Visit the house where Rembrandt lived and worked. Book Rembrandt House tickets here
Rembrandt’s Amsterdam Experience – A video art experience about the life of the famous painter and reconstruction of Rembrandt’s studio on Rozengracht. Book Rembrandt’s Amsterdam Experience tickets here
Royal Palace – Visit the grand Royal Palace on Dam Square including the impressive Citizen’s Hall. Book Royal Palace tickets here
Amsterdam in Motion – An audio-visual mapping exhibition on Amsterdam marking the city’s 750th birthday. The 200m² model is the world’s largest multimedia ‘maquette’ of a city. Book Amsterdam in Motion tickets here
Art Zoo Museum – A new museum combining breathtaking taxidermy (animal) art from Dutch duo Darwin, Sinke & van Tongeren with a 17th century Amsterdam canal house. Book Art Zoo Museum tickets here
Nxt Museum – The first “new media art” museum in the Netherlands. Book Nxt Museum tickets here
De Nieuwe Kerk (New Church) – Queer Amsterdam, the Pink City major LGBT-themed exhibition. Runs 9 Jul 2026 to 4 Apr 2027.
Rijksmuseum Schiphol – Amsterdam airport hosts a small selection of works from the Rijksmuseum collection. The museum is located on Holland Boulevard (between Lounges 2 and 3 in non-Schengen departures) and is open 24 hours a day to passengers. Free entry
Attractions in Amsterdam
April showers? These indoor attractions can offer entertainment whatever the weather.
Amaze Amsterdam – An immersive 1 hour audio-visual experience spanning 3,000m² with 8 separate stages. Guaranteed to stimulates the senses – from intense, interactive to relaxing and chilled. Located in an old industrial nightclub in Amsterdam’s West Port district. Book Amaze Amsterdam tickets here
Body Worlds – Fascinating display of 200 human body ‘plastinate’ specimens at the venue on Damrak in central Amsterdam. The permanent exhibition is The Happiness Project and also includes an InBody scan. Reserve Body Worlds tickets here
House of Bols – Stimulate your senses at the Cocktail & Genever Experience – featuring the Lucas Bols brand, which has been making liqueurs in Amsterdam since 1575. Book House of Bols tickets here
Madame Tussauds Amsterdam – Get your celebrity fill by visiting the ever-popular wax work museum on Dam Square. Check Madame Tussauds Amsterdam tickets here or see our Madame Tussauds guide
Amsterdam Dungeon – Interactive show featuring excellent actors and audience participation. Takes you through dark dungeon-themed rooms from Amsterdam’s murky past – scary but with a comic element. View Amsterdam Dungeon tickets here
The Upside Down Museum Amsterdam – Large interactive museum and Instagram/TikTok experience which includes optical illusions, upside-down rooms and super photogenic spaces. Book Upside Down Museum tickets here
Amsterdam City Passes
If you’re planning to visit multiple attractions in Amsterdam, consider one of these city passes:
| Most museums + city transport | Includes attractions + tours |
| I amsterdam City Card | GO City Amsterdam All-Inclusive Pass |
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| 1/2/3/4/5 days | 1/2/3/5 days |
| 24 hours basis | calendar day basis |
| €67-€140 | €79-€209 |
| 70 museums | 30 attractions |
| includes GVB transport | |
| Book here | Book here |
| I amsterdam City Card info | GO City Amsterdam Pass info |
*both include canal cruise+bike rental; both exclude Anne Frank House & Van Gogh Museum
Sport in Amsterdam / Netherlands (April 2027)
See the full Amsterdam sports events calendar
Football
Ajax vs FC Twente (Eredivisie)
3 Apr 2027 (TBA) – Johan Cruyff Arena Amsterdam
You could also take a classic stadium tour of the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam. Book Johan Cruijff Arena Tour tickets here or book a VIP 2 hour tour here
Athletics/Running
NN Rotterdam Marathon
This big marathon event in the Netherlands normally attracts over 20,000 competitors including a field of world-class athletes. The 45th edition is scheduled for 11 Apr 2027.
Cruijff Legacy 14K
Charitable fun run event over 5km and 14km around Amsterdam Zuidoost to raise money for the Johan Cruijff Foundation. Expected April 2027, with start and finish at the Johan Cruijff ArenA in Amsterdam.
Darts
Premier League
The invitational Premier League of darts PDC event returns to the Netherlands. Expected in April 2027 at Ahoy Rotterdam with the top 8 ranked players.
Other Sports
Korfball League Finals
Ball sport (kind of netball-basketball cross) invented in the Netherlands. League finals day expected in April 2027 at Ahoy Rotterdam.
Friday Night Skate
20km organised skate around the streets of Amsterdam held every Friday night (20:30, weather permitting) from Vondelpark Pavilion.
Rock & Pop Concerts in Amsterdam & Netherlands (April 2027)
Eros Ramazotti – 6 Apr, Ziggo Dome Check for Eros Ramazotti tickets here
Thirty Seconds to Mars – 25 Apr, AFAS Live
See the full Amsterdam concert calendar
Festivals in Amsterdam (April 2027)
Tulp Festival
The Tulip Festival in Amsterdam brings displays of tulips across the entire city during the month of April 2027.
Amsterdam Coffee Festival
A festival event for coffee lovers and industry professionals featuring artisan coffee, gourmet food stalls, barista demonstrations, live music and art exhibitions. Runs April 2027 at NDSM Loods, Amsterdam.
See the full Amsterdam festival calendar
King’s Day (Koningsdag) in Amsterdam 2027
Kings Day is held on Tuesday 27 April 2027 in Amsterdam and across the Netherlands. It commemorates the King’s birthday and celebrates Dutch orange heritage. It is one of the world’s great open-air parties attracting hundreds of thousands of orange-clad visitors. Events include:
- an Amsterdam-wide free market (vrijmarkt) running 06:00-20:00
- special children’s markets
- street stalls and live music
- ticketed dance festival events
For more see our King’s Day 2027 Amsterdam guide
Kingsland Festival – One day dance events at Olympic Stadium Amsterdam and in Stadspark Groningen. These are the largest King’s Day festival events in the Netherlands. Runs on 27 Apr 2027.
Other festival events include Loveland Burst (Meerpark Amsterdam), Free Your Mind x Oranjebloesem (RAI Amsterdam) and Cartel Kingsday (WestWeelde, Amsterdam).
Fairs & Expos in Amsterdam (April 2027)
KunstRAI 2027
Major art fair featuring contemporary art, photography, design and art books. Plus expert talks and networking opportunities. The 42nd edition is held at RAI Amsterdam in April 2027
The National Career Expo
De Nationale Carrièrebeurs is the largest career fair event in the Netherlands and takes place at RAI Amsterdam over 16-17 Apr 2027.
Comedy & Shows in Amsterdam (April 2027)
Boom Chicago
Great night out at the ever-popular comedy and improv theatre show in English – with bar and table service. At the Rozentheater in Amsterdam.
Amsterdam Magic Show
Monthly magic and comedy show with international performers. At Boom Chicago’s Rozentheater, Rozengracht in Amsterdam. Date TBA.
The Illusionists
Hans Klok and others play a run of illusionist shows produced by Cirque du Soleil at the Carré in Amsterdam. Runs 31 Mar to 11 Apr 2027.
See our Comdey & Shows in Amsterdam guide
Classical Concerts & Theatre in Amsterdam (April 2027)
Internationaal Theater Amsterdam (ITA) – Amsterdam’s renowned theatre company performs shows in Dutch at the Stadsschouwburg theatre. Live English surtitles appear above the stage – generally on Thursday and Saturday night shows.
National Opera Ballet – Shows at the renowned venue in April 2027 are Metamorphosis (ballet), Swan Lake (ballet) and Iolanta (opera).
Concertgebouw – Highlights include Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 on 6 Apr 2027, The Bach Choir and Orchestra: Mozart’s Requiem on 11/16 Apr 2027 and Helsinki Baroque Orchestra with Bach’s harpsichord concertos on 18 Apr 2027.
Other Events and Activities in Amsterdam
Amsterdam Dinner Cruise – An atmospheric 120 minute evening cruise around Amsterdam’s canals with a 4 course meal and drinks included. Runs every Wed to Sat (19:30) in April. Check Dinner Cruise availability here
De Balie – The multimedia venue near Leidseplein in Amsterdam hosts regular events about current affairs, politics and culture.
Market Events in Amsterdam
Pure Markt – Regular market event with high quality produce, music, food stalls and other activities at Park Frankendael. Date TBA. Free entry
Sunday Market – Market events with a mix of fashion, design, arts, food and kids stuff at Westergas. Date TBA. Free entry
Museum Market – Museumplein hosts this Sunday market with arts and crafts, food and music. Date TBA. Free entry
IJ-Hallen – Large weekend flea market event held at NDSM-wharf in north Amsterdam with 500 indoor stands. Date TBA.
The Maker Market – Weekend market features creative handmade products including jewelry, art and live music. Runs in the covered passage of De Hallen Amsterdam. Date TBA. Free entry
Amsterdam Info/Resources
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