paroolOct 16, 2026, 01:00

Go drawing at the Royal Palace, celebrate ADE at the Wereldmuseum or cheer on the runners at the Amsterdam Marathon: here is what you can do in Amsterdam this week

Amsterdam is hosting a variety of events this week, ranging from the 51st edition of the TCS Amsterdam Marathon to several concerts, theater performances, and band competitions. Art lovers can also enjoy diverse exhibitions at prominent venues such as the Rijksmuseum, the STRAAT Museum, and the Palace on the Dam.

This week in Amsterdam offers a wide range of cultural and athletic activities. The 51st edition of the TCS Amsterdam Marathon takes place from October 15 to 18, featuring various race distances and a marathon expo at the RAI. Music fans can attend classical concerts at the Van Houtenkerk, catch the Amsterdam Popprijs band competition at Paradiso, or participate in various ADE-related events, including a club night at Blend XL and cultural discussions at the Wereldmuseum.

Art enthusiasts have several exhibitions to explore throughout the city. The Palace on the Dam is hosting drawing workshops throughout October, while the Rijksmuseum showcases the works of Willem de Kooning. Additional exhibitions include a graffiti photography retrospective at the STRAAT Museum and Natasja Kensmil’s mythological works at the Andriesse-Eyck Galerie. Furthermore, the Bijlmer Parktheater will present Dope, a theater performance focusing on the local drug trade, accompanied by insights from researchers.

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

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