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.
Jur Scherpenzeel (83) forced to close rock 'n' roll café Maloe Melo: 'Sad that it has to end this way'
After 42 years, 83-year-old owner Jur Scherpenzeel is closing his rock-and-roll café, Maloe Melo, in Amsterdam due to rent arrears. A group of local residents hopes to take over the business and pres...
Documentary filmmaker followed Halsema for a year: "Eloquent, impatient, and sometimes lonely"
Documentary filmmaker Mijke de Jong spent a year following Amsterdam mayor Femke Halsema for the film 'De Burgemeester,' which premieres at IDFA. The documentary captures Halsema's high-pressure work ...
Amsterdam officially stops fining people for sleeping outdoors
The Amsterdam city council has officially repealed the fine for sleeping in public spaces, codifying a practice that had already been in place since 2025. While the act of sleeping outdoors is no long...
Amsterdam officially stops issuing fines for sleeping outdoors
The Amsterdam city council has officially scrapped the local ordinance that allowed fines to be issued for sleeping outdoors. While homelessness itself is no longer punishable, authorities clarified t...
Municipality asks parents to talk to their children about the fireworks ban
The Amsterdam municipality has sent letters to parents of school-aged children asking them to discuss the recent fireworks ban to prevent legal issues for minors. The policy, which prohibits most fire...
Toscanini opens sister restaurant Capri Enoteca e Cucina: ‘Our spaghetti and meatballs is how Italians eat at home’
The team behind the famous Toscanini restaurant is opening a new venue called Capri Enoteca e Cucina at Lindengracht 63 in Amsterdam. The establishment will specialize in Italian wines, bar snacks, an...
Six-year prison sentence and compulsory treatment demanded for Amsterdam man beaten to death over bottle of Dropshot
Prosecutors have demanded a six-year prison sentence and mandatory psychiatric treatment for Bryan C., a 46-year-old man accused of beating a 64-year-old resident to death with a dumbbell in Amsterdam...
Amsterdam to appeal new Schiphol rules after all, PRO goes against its own alderman
The Amsterdam city council has voted to challenge new operational regulations for Schiphol Airport in court, acting against the recommendation of their own alderman. The council aims to push for a nig...
Public transport travel more expensive from 2027, GVB lowers price of monthly pass
Public transport fares will increase by about 4.5 percent starting in January to cover rising operational costs for energy and staff. While individual trip prices are rising, the GVB is lowering the c...
No room for No Art Festival and Zamna next year: this is the distribution of Amsterdam event locations
Amsterdam has released its event calendar for the upcoming year, resulting in the exclusion of events like No Art Festival and Zamna due to high demand and limited venue capacity. The city utilized an...
Amsterdam city council takes city back to court to force Schiphol flight cuts against the administration's wishes
The Amsterdam city council has voted to initiate legal action against the government's new aviation rules for Schiphol Airport, seeking a reduction in flight numbers and tighter noise controls. Althou...
Six-year prison sentence and psychiatric treatment demanded for crack addict who smashed fellow resident's skull over a bottle of liquor
Prosecutors have requested a six-year prison sentence and mandatory psychiatric care for 46-year-old Bryan C., who fatally attacked his roommate in an Amsterdam residential facility. The suspect, who ...
Violent robberies in West likely committed by the same men
Two tobacco shops in Amsterdam West were robbed by two young men on Wednesday evening in a series of violent incidents. One store employee was injured and hospitalized, and police believe the same sus...
Race Planet Amsterdam auctions inventory: 'The soul is leaving the building'
Race Planet Amsterdam has permanently closed its doors in Westpoort after over thirty years of operation. The venue is currently auctioning off a large portion of its inventory, including hundreds of ...
Make the Sinterklaas arrival in Amsterdam even more fun with our bingo card
Sinterklaas will arrive in Amsterdam by boat on November 15, with festivities continuing at the Stopera and Waterlooplein in the afternoon. To enhance the experience, a local media outlet has created ...
Paul Haenen ends Christmas show at Theater De Richel after 34 years
Paul Haenen is ending his 34-year tradition of performing annual Christmas shows at Amsterdam's Theater De Richel, with the final series running until January 10. The comedian is now seeking new venue...
Major fire at cafe on the Spui
A major fire broke out at a café in the center of Amsterdam near Spui around 8:30 a.m. Emergency responders are currently on the scene to contain the blaze and investigate whether there are any injur...
Discover the secrets of De Pijp
This article invites readers to explore hidden and unique locations within the Pijp neighborhood of Amsterdam. It highlights a walking route designed to showcase several of the area's lesser-known spo...
Our gritting crews are ready for winter
Amsterdam city services have announced that their salting crews are prepared for upcoming winter weather conditions. Residents are encouraged to check the official website to see specific routes and s...
Montessori Lyceum honors dozens of murdered former students with Stolpersteine: "Very honorable"
The Montessori Lyceum Amsterdam has launched a commemorative project to install thirty-five memorial stones for students and teachers who died during World War II. Current students researched the live...
Amsterdam wants to increase tourist tax: what are the consequences and is it wise?
The Amsterdam city council is considering raising its tourist tax to 20 percent by 2031 to curb the city's ongoing overtourism issues and improve local livability. The proposal has drawn criticism fro...
Steep bridges and containers on the sidewalk: Amsterdam collects data for wheelchair-friendly routes
The municipality of Amsterdam is collecting data to help navigation systems create wheelchair-friendly routes through the city. This initiative addresses common obstacles like steep bridges and sidewa...
Student Joshua (19) wants to move out: ‘I tell everyone I meet that I’m looking’
Nineteen-year-old Amsterdam student Joshua Topping is actively searching for an affordable room to move out of his parents' home. Despite utilizing rental platforms, he faces a long wait as he current...
Police chase of souped-up fatbike filmed: rider nearly crashes head-on into car
Amsterdam police have released video footage of a dangerous pursuit involving an illegal, modified fatbike in the Nieuw-West district. The rider was eventually apprehended and fined after nearly colli...
Motorist crashes into gas station pole, car left balancing upright
A driver crashed into a fuel station pillar in Amsterdam's Westelijk Havengebied on Thursday evening, resulting in significant vehicle damage. Emergency responders quickly arrived at the scene, and po...
Ten-year prison sentence for raping and robbing sex workers in Amsterdam Southeast
A man was sentenced to ten years in prison for the rape and robbery of two sex workers in Amsterdam-Zuidoost in January. The court highlighted the severe violation of the victims' rights and ordered t...
Half a million in subsidies to look back on the Olympic Games from a century ago
Amsterdam is providing a 550,000 euro starting subsidy to honor the 100th anniversary of the 1928 Olympic Games held in the city. The celebrations, managed by the Stichting 100 jaar Spelen, will featu...
Half a million in subsidies to look back on the Olympic Games of a century ago
Amsterdam is providing a 550,000 euro subsidy to the Stichting 100 jaar Spelen foundation to celebrate the centennial of the 1928 Olympic Games. Planned activities for 2028 will highlight the event's ...
Halsema: no link between Red Line demonstration and Kristallnacht commemoration
Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema has stated there is no link between the Red Line demonstration and the Kristallnacht commemoration, following criticism from Jewish community leaders. During a city counc...
Halsema: no link between Red Line demonstration and Kristallnacht commemoration
Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema has stated there is no connection between the recent Red Line demonstration and the annual Kristallnacht commemoration. Her comments follow criticism from the Central Jew...