A well-deserved tribute to Alexandra who welcomes the whole world to Amsterdam Central

Heemskerk food bank distribution point moves to Baptist Church

The food bank distribution point in Heemskerk is relocating to the Baptistenkerk after 20 years at the Mariakerk. The new site on Maerten van Heemskerckstraat was secured quickly after the church offered its space to the organization.

Peregrine falcon chicks in Rijksmuseum bell tower after years

Two peregrine falcon chicks hatched in the clock tower of Amsterdam's Rijksmuseum on Friday, marking the first successful birth at the site since 2022. The species, which was once nearly extinct in the Netherlands, will be ringed and monitored by specialists in three weeks before the birds eventually fledge.

These foosball pros gave Amsterdammers a hard time at the flea market

During the King's Day celebrations in Amsterdam's Watergraafsmeer district, professional table football players challenged visitors at the local free market. The annual event featured various musical acts and performances on multiple stages alongside the competitive table football matches.

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Video: How Amsterdam celebrated King's Day 2026

Amsterdam celebrated King's Day 2026 with orange decorations and crowded streets throughout the city. The festivities featured traditional flea markets with a variety of creative acts and stalls for visitors to enjoy.