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Nationaal Cello Concours First Round

Fri 30 Oct, 10:00

Muziekgebouw aan 't IJ, Piet Heinkade 1, 1019 BR Amsterdam

After a pre-selection, fifteen young cello talents get the chance to present themselves to an international jury in three rounds. In the free-to-attend First Round at Muziekgebouw aan 't IJ, all fifteen participants play the same pieces.…

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Kusama: Infinity

Fri 30 Oct, 10:05

LAB111, Arie Biemondstraat 111, 1054 PD Amsterdam

Discover the life and work of Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama in this documentary. Follow her journey from her difficult childhood to her worldwide recognition. An inspiring portrait of a unique woman. Discover the world of Yayoi Kusama Dive…

€13

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Het offer (The Sacrifice)

Fri 30 Oct, 10:45

Eye Filmmuseum · Cinema 3

Andrei Tarkovsky’s last film won three awards at Cannes. Shot in Sweden, the film revolves around Alexander, a former actor and philosopher who turns to God, vouching to give up everything he loves in an attempt to prevent a nuclear war.…

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Imagine Film Festival: Recluse

Fri 30 Oct, 12:00

LAB111, Arie Biemondstraat 111, 1054 PD Amsterdam

Sound technician Joan (Sasha Frolova) returns to her childhood home in New England to care for her father. In Recluse, the debut film by director Henry Chaisson, you will discover a dark family history full of occultism and…

€13

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Imagine Film Festival

Fri 30 Oct, 12:00

LAB111, Arie Biemondstraat 111, 1054 PD Amsterdam

Imagine is the largest film festival for Fantastic Film in the Netherlands, featuring the best in fantasy, horror, science fiction, and everything in between. In 2026, Imagine Fantastic Film Festival dives into Ghost in the Feed, a…

€13.50

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Brainwash Festival 2026

Fri 30 Oct, 12:00

Tolhuistuin, IJpromenade 2, 1031 KT Amsterdam

At Brainwash Festival, you’ll meet leading thinkers, writers, scientists and artists. Together, we explore the world of today and tomorrow through thought-provoking conversations, fresh perspectives and inspiring ideas that invite you to…

€37–€52.50

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Semi-Private Premium Cruise from Hotel De L'Europe

Fri 30 Oct, 13:00

De L'Europe Amsterdam, Nieuwe Doelenstraat 2-14, 1012 CP Amsterdam

Experience Amsterdam’s UNESCO canals on a refined 1.5-hour semi-private canal cruise. Limited guests, premium drinks, and timeless elegance define this boutique experience. Step aboard the 'superyacht' of the canals This cruise, departing…

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Singin' in the Rain

Fri 30 Oct, 13:45

Eye Filmmuseum · Cinema 3

The world famous musical, comedy and dance film with Gene Kelly in the lead role is also a humoristic portrait of an extraordinary era: that of the transition from the silent film to the sound film. Everyone remembers the title song in…

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The Beloved

Fri 30 Oct, 14:00

Eye Filmmuseum · Cinema 1

Javier Bardem plays Oscar-winning director Esteban Martínez, who has returned to Spain for his latest film after a long period abroad. He wants his daughter Emilia (Victoria Luengo), who he hasn’t seen for thirty years, to play the lead.…

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Semi-Private Premium Cruise from Hotel De L'Europe

Fri 30 Oct, 15:00

De L'Europe Amsterdam, Nieuwe Doelenstraat 2-14, 1012 CP Amsterdam

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Coward

Fri 30 Oct, 16:15

Eye Filmmuseum · Cinema 2

Coward, the latest feature film from Belgian director Lukas Dhont, received a standing ovation lasting no less than 13 minutes in Cannes. Lead actors Emmanuel Macchia and Valentin Campagne were both awarded Best Actor for Dhont’s drama…

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The Discovery of Heaven

Fri 30 Oct, 16:15

Eye Filmmuseum · Cinema 3

Jeroen Krabbé’s grandly conceived adaptation of Dutch author Harry Mulisch’s renowned novel ‘De ontdekking van de hemel’ will be screened in 4K for the first time, some 25 years later. An exceptional child has to bring the stone tablets…

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Mula

Fri 30 Oct, 16:30

Melkweg, Lijnbaansgracht 234A, 1017 PH Amsterdam

Voorafgaand aan zijn Domus Live show in Gashouder organiseert Mula een speciale premiere voor de track TF3 samen met een selecte groep van zijn Beseffers in onze Cinema. Inclusief gratis CD, meet & greet en early access tot de Domus Live…

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L'inconnue

Fri 30 Oct, 16:45

Eye Filmmuseum · Cinema 1

This intriguing fantasy thriller with a surrealist tint starring Léa Seydoux and Niels Schneider explores the theme of the ‘body swap’. Introverted photographer David attends a wild party, where he has sex with the mysterious Eva. He then…

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The Breath in Movement: optimising breathing performance and training

Fri 30 Oct, 19:00

Yoga Lab Studio

The Breath in Movement: optimising breathing performance and training - Moving from Functional Breathing Towards a Deeper Experience of physical and mental regeneration AMSTERDAM OCT 30TH – NOV 1TH Integrating the science of the Buteyko,…

Free

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Time Stands Still

Fri 30 Oct, 19:00

Eye Filmmuseum · Cinema 2

Scintillating film about rebellious Hungarian teenagers in the 1960s exudes a bittersweet sense of aimless rebellion and constant failure. Cult film and masterpiece. 4K restoration Hungary in the 1960s. Young people are crazy about Elvis…

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🎉 AFTERWORK MEETUP 🎉 @CAFE MIES

Fri 30 Oct, 19:00

Cafe Meis

📢 Hi, Join us for an unforgettable expat afterwork meetup 🎉 🗓️ Date: EVERY FRIDAY ⌚ Time: 1900 📍 Venue: Cafe Meis, Amsterdam 🎟️ There is no fee 🌍 Are you an expat looking to connect with fellow internationals and Dutchies? Look no…

Free

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Amsterdam Polish Film Festival - Andrzej Wajda. Past Present Possible

Fri 30 Oct, 19:00

De Balie, Kleine-Gartmanplantsoen 10, 1017 RR Amsterdam

The Amsterdam Polish Film Festival returns to De Balie, Amsterdam, from 22 - 30 October 2026, for its fifth edition, dedicated to Polish filmmaker Andrzej Wajda. Marking 100 years since his birth and 10 years since his death, the festival…

€9.45–€50

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Klara and the Sun

Fri 30 Oct, 19:00

Pathé De Munt

*"A robot girl designed to prevent loneliness tries to save a heartbroken family of humans."* Directed by: Taika Waititi Starring: Jenna Ortega, Amy Adams, Mia Tharia, Aran Murphy, Steve Buscemi & Natasha Lyonne 🎥 Trailer: Watch here 🕒…

Free

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Im Keller

Fri 30 Oct, 19:15

Eye Filmmuseum · Cinema 3

This frightening and funny documentary plunges headlong into the basements of Austria’s suburbanites, which turn out to be peopled by chubby sex slaves, a tuba-playing collector of Nazi memorabilia and an unusual doll aficionado.…