From May 25 to May 29, Amsterdam features a variety of activities and events for residents and visitors to enjoy. The article encourages people to take advantage of the sunny weather by visiting terraces and socialising throughout the city.
A court has ruled that a Ghanaian man with schizophrenia can remain in his supported housing facility in Amsterdam for now, despite his expired residence permit. The judge determined that evicting him without a suitable alternative would risk his physical and mental health, and ordered the municipality and the housing organization to find a more appropriate long-term solution.
This article provides a comprehensive guide to the summer festival season in Amsterdam for 2026. It highlights a variety of events, including techno, theater, and music performances, to help residents and visitors plan their summer activities.
Dutch DJ Martin Garrix announced his new collaborative single 'Fire Flies' with U2 during his performance at Tomorrowland in Antwerp on July 24. The track was debuted live on stage with an appearance by U2 guitarist The Edge.
Emergency services, including fire department divers, launched a major search operation this morning in Amsterdam's Coenhaven after a vessel sank. Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the incident and searching for a missing person who was on board.
In the 'Schermtijd' column, tech reporter Rutger Otto discusses a long-term project where teenagers are attempting to recreate the Netherlands within the game Minecraft. The endeavor has been ongoing for years, with participants acknowledging that the detailed reconstruction will never truly be finished.