King's Night Amsterdam

Koningsnacht Amsterdam

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MusicAmsterdam
DatesDates TBA · Usually AprilCheck locally before booking
Duration1 dayListed event span
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forLive music, late nightsKing's Night functions as Amsterdam's
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: EUR
CategoryMusicFestival type
The story

King's Night Amsterdam in Amsterdam

Koningsnacht, or King's Night, is the evening before King's Day, when Amsterdam's bars, clubs and public spaces fill with music and street celebration ahead of the following day's official festivities. In 2026 it falls on Sunday, April 26, the night before King's Day itself on Monday, April 27, the birthday of King Willem-Alexander.

For decades, the last day of April was fixed in the Dutch calendar as Queen's Day, a national holiday celebrating the birthday of Queen Juliana on April 30.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

King's Night functions as Amsterdam's unofficial warm-up to the country's biggest street party, with clubs, bars and impromptu open-air parties starting the celebration a full day early rather than waiting for King's Day itself

02

The mystery stays covered

The date shifted from the older Queen's Day, held every April 30 for Queen Juliana's birthday, to April 27 following King Willem-Alexander's accession after Queen Beatrix's 2013 abdication, a change that also moved the informal Night celebrations earlier into late April

03

The city starts moving

Because King's Day itself regularly draws crowd estimates as high as 1

04

The water draws everyone in

5 million people to Amsterdam, King's Night has become a way to spread the celebration, and the crowds, across two nights instead of one

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

The orange color scheme worn throughout King's Night and King's Day references the House of Orange-Nassau

Water and renewal

Living ritual

the Dutch royal family

The sacred route

Living ritual

and the modern date reflects a direct continuation of the older Queen's Day celebrations

The local code

Living ritual

adjusted to the reigning monarch's birthday after the 2013 accession of King Willem-Alexander

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually April

Getting around

Plan routes around set times, late-night exits, and crowded transport after headline acts.

What to wear

Orange is the unofficial uniform, worn as clothing, accessories or face paint in reference to the Dutch royal House of Orange. Comfortable shoes and layers suit a long night that often moves...

Safety

Keep phone power, water, and a clear meeting point sorted before the main crowd arrives.

Where to stay

Choose lodging by the part of Amsterdam you will actually use, not only by the cheapest room.

Tickets/cost

Official ticket link is available. Confirm access rules before booking.

Language/currency

EUR

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map52.37 N, 4.90 EOpen in Google Maps

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

Nearest airportAMS — Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
TransportPlan routes around set times, late-night exits, and crowded transport after headline acts.
Stay areaChoose lodging by the part of Amsterdam you will actually use, not only by the cheapest room.

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How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Amsterdam via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near Amsterdam, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for April.Compare faresFestival gearOrange is the unofficial uniform, worn as clothing, accessories or face paint in reference to the Dutch royal House of Orange. Comfortable shoes and layers suit a long night that often moves between indoor venues and outdoor gatherings.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for Netherlands and apply online.Check entry rulesTravel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is King's Night Amsterdam?

King's Night Amsterdam is listed for Past edition: 26 April 2026. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does King's Night Amsterdam take place?

The festival is listed in Amsterdam, Netherlands. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

One day is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

Found something inaccurate or outdated? Email hello@eventisimus.com with the festival page link and the correction.

Official URLiamsterdam.com
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SourceSource link available
Listed datesDates TBA · Usually April
Source statusOfficial source linked
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