Events in Amsterdam

1. When: 27 April (26 April when the 27th is a Sunday)

   King's Day

   The whole city turns orange: street markets, boats on the canals and parties everywhere.

2. When: Late July to early August

   Pride Amsterdam

   The city celebrates, with the famous Canal Parade on the water.

3. When: October

   Amsterdam Dance Event

   Electronic music, day and night, in clubs and venues across the city.

4. When: 31 December

   New Year's Eve

   Fireworks over the canals and a city that celebrates until the morning.

Exact dates and programmes are set by the organisers each year; check their official websites before you travel.