Friday July 17, 2026
Good morning, Amsterdam.
At a glance
🌧️ Weather: Hi 26°C / 79°F (2° warmer than yesterday) · Lo 18°C / 64°F · 69% chance of rain · wind NW 20 km/h (11 knots)
🌙 Sun & moon: Sunrise 05:39 · Sunset 21:53 · Waxing Crescent · Moonrise 09:34 · Golden hour 21:23–21:53
🌊 Outdoors: Water 24°C / 75°F (swimmable) · Air quality: good (AQI 18)
💶 Markets: AEX 1,102 (+1.7%) · S&P 500 7,534 (-0.1%) · €1 = $1.15 · $1 = €0.87
🏆 Dutch sport: Tennis: Dutch player Gijs Brouwer won his qualifying match at the Dutch Open Tournament in Bunschoten, Netherlands.
Woman Stopped at Schiphol Airport with Python in Her Bra: Border patrol at Schiphol caught a Canadian traveler attempting to fly with a royal python hidden in her bra. The passenger claimed to have found the protected snake near an Amsterdam hotel.
Amsterdam Civil Servants Keep Meat in City Hall Canteen: Despite Amsterdam’s official ban on meat advertising and ambitious plant-based targets, the classic Dutch meatball (gehaktbal) and croquette (kroket) are safe for the coming years at the Stopera canteen following a new catering contract. 📅
Unions Issue Ultimatum Over Security Staff Shortages at Schiphol Airport: Unions CNV and FNV have issued an ultimatum to Schiphol Airport, warning of long queues during the busy summer travel period due to understaffing, high sick leave, and difficult working conditions.
Should Amsterdam Residents Worry About a Water Shortage?: An investigation into Amsterdam's drinking water infrastructure explores whether local residents need to be concerned about regional water shortages during hot summer periods, and what plans are in place to secure future supplies.
Drought Threatens Amsterdam with Blue-Green Algae and Fish Die-offs: Rising temperatures and lack of rain are threatening local Amsterdam waterways with foul smells, toxic blue-green algae blooms, and dying fish.
The Unstoppable Rise of Air Conditioning in Dutch Homes: As summers become consistently warmer, the rise of domestic air conditioning in the Netherlands has become unstoppable. Energy experts point out a helpful double-use: if you have a system installed, you can also use it efficiently to heat your home during winter.
ZomerLab on Fortress Island Pampus, Science Experiments for Kids: Combine a ferry trip to the historic island fortress of Pampus with hands-on science: kids can experiment, build, test, and discover at ZomerLab this summer. A genuinely special day out, there aren't many places where you do science experiments on a 19th-century fortified island. 📅 Museum / Educational
DOCK on Tour: Sports & Games at Cremerplein: Keep the kids active during the summer holidays with an afternoon of sports and outdoor games organized by DOCK. Everyone is welcome to join the fun on the square. Outdoor / Active
Funny Reading Poses with Saul: Discover your craziest, funniest, or most relaxed reading positions and turn reading into a playful party at the library. 📅 Kids Workshop
Circus Snor Outdoor Circus Show: Bring the family for a charming, classic circus performance under the open sky, packed with traditional magic, comedy, and acrobatics. 📅 Family Show
New Mothers Support Group, 'Mothers Stronger Together' in Amsterdam: A warm drop-in support group for new mothers during and after the maternity period, organized by and for moms, in Amsterdam. A practical community lifeline for new parents who may feel isolated, especially internationally. 📅
The Weeknd: After Hours Til Dawn Tour: Global superstar The Weeknd brings his massive, theatrical stadium tour to the Johan Cruijff ArenA. 📅
Bach Meets Tango: Carel Kraayenhof & Friends: Renowned bandoneon master Carel Kraayenhof and his ensemble blend the structured genius of Johann Sebastian Bach with the fiery passion of Argentine tango at the Concertgebouw. 📅
Lumï Basement Sessions at Concertgebouw: Experience classical music in an unusually intimate, informal underground setting with Lumï in the Concertgebouw's basement. 📅
Niall McGuigan Live: The Irish singer-songwriter performs an energetic mix of folk, rock, reggae, and traditional Irish music at Mulligans. 📅
The Snuts + The Rooks: Scottish indie-rock stars The Snuts, who rapidly rose to fame with their chart-topping debut album, bring their highly energetic guitar-driven anthems to Tolhuistuin's Club stage.
Kwaku Summer Festival Day Ticket: Experience the famous multicultural celebration in Amsterdam-Zuidoost, featuring delicious street food, music, sports, and live entertainment. 📅 Festivals
Summer Terrace Concerts at Muziekgebouw: Enjoy a series of beautiful open-air terrace concerts on the water, featuring a diverse lineup spanning world music, jazz, and classical performances. 📅 Festivals
Late Night Comedy at Boom Chicago, Standup, Sketches & More: Boom Chicago's late-night comedy show returns with standup, sketches, and whatever else the night brings. One of Amsterdam's most reliably fun English-language nights out, starting at 21:30 on Friday. 📅 Comedy
Sweet Home Amsterdama at Boom Chicago: Enjoy an evening of sharp, internationally-minded comedy in English exploring the quirks of life in Amsterdam at the legendary Boom Chicago in the Jordaan. 📅 Comedy
Spritz Summer Nights at GAPP: Enjoy golden hour views and refreshing cocktails at GAPP's rooftop garden during their recurring Spritz Summer Nights. 📅 Food / Markets
Waterside Friday Drinks & BBQ at Monk: Bring your own grill items and hang out on the terrace next to the River IJ at Monk's summer Friday barbecue. Featuring a local DJ, outdoor drinks, and bouldering options inside, it's a perfect casual spot to make new friends. 📅 Tasting
Italian Focaccia Barese Workshop: Learn the delicious art of baking authentic Italian Focaccia Barese at the SMEG Showroom. 📅 Workshop
A Spanish Night: Jamón, Wine & Cheesecake: Savor summer wines, premium jamón, and traditional cheesecake paired with live Spanish guitar music at this intimate tasting experience. 📅 Tasting
Night Moth Excursion: Join nature guides in the Amsterdamse Bos to attract and observe beautiful, mysterious night moths using specialized light and sugar techniques. 📅 Tour
Intermediate Hong Kong Mahjong Afternoon at OBA: Gather with fellow intermediate players on the panoramic 7th floor of the public library to play Hong Kong-style Mahjong. A friendly, non-gambling social session focused on real gameplay. 📅 Games / Hobbies
Amsterdam-Based Identity Fraud Fighter Fourthline Acquires Spanish Competitor for €100 Million: Amsterdam's fintech scaleup Fourthline is acquiring its Spanish industry counterpart in a €100 million deal, gearing up for stricter anti-money laundering compliance and complex identity verification demands in Europe. Business News
Demo Night with Mobbin: A curated demo night for designers and developers in the Dutch AI and design scenes. Creatives will share real, innovative projects in a low-pressure format featuring AI-native workflows, refreshments, and casual tech networking. 📅 Networking
AEX Stock Index Breaks Historic 1,100-Point Barrier: The Amsterdam stock exchange (AEX) has closed above the historic 1,100-point milestone for the first time, ending at 1,102.4 points. A late-day rally led by chip giant ASML pulled the index into the green despite initial Wall Street tech losses. 📅
Google Must Open Android System to AI Competitors, EU Says: Although apps like ChatGPT and Claude can already be installed on Android, the European Commission states they do not have equal access to all operating system features and demands Google open up the platform. Business News
Amsterdam Return Logistics Firm BuyBay Granted Suspension of Payment: The Amsterdam District Court has granted a suspension of payments (surseance van betaling) to BuyBay, a prominent local specialist in processing returned e-commerce goods. Business News
The Braise Brothers Brings Whole Suckling Pig Dinners to West: A hearty new culinary spot in Amsterdam West specializing in slow-braised meats and spectacular whole suckling pigs served family-style at the table. Restaurant
Rotate Amsterdam Opens Near Leidseplein, Dinner and Dancing in One: Rotate Amsterdam is a new venue just off Leidseplein combining a restaurant with a dance floor, eat, then move. A fresh concept for Amsterdam's already-lively entertainment district. Restaurant
Vin Fou: New French Spot Coming to J.P. Heijestraat in September: Vin Fou is a new French restaurant and wine bar opening on J.P. Heijestraat in Amsterdam's Oud-West neighborhood this September 2026. The name means 'crazy wine', expect a casual, wine-forward French neighborhood spot. Restaurant
Good to know
New on Dutch streaming: Evil Dead Rise (Netflix), Descendants: Wicked Wonderland (Disney+), The Return (Prime Video), Trying S5 (Apple TV+) 🎬
Overheard on Reddit: Someone visiting Amsterdam for Magic Con asked where to buy booster packs beforehand, and locals pointed to Gamekeeper and Friends & Foes, though warned prices there run higher than buying online.
Today’s 2-for-1 deals: Ambre Solaire kids anti-sand spray (2 for €25.99) from Albert Heijn, Page toilet paper or Kleenex tissues (2 for €1.89) from Jumbo.
Did you know? Two Van Gogh paintings stolen from the Van Gogh Museum in 2002 were recovered near Naples in 2016 after 14 years missing.
83 years ago today: On July 17th, 1943, Allied bombs meant for Amsterdam-Noord industrial targets struck residential streets including the Bloemenbuurt and Van der Pekstraat.
See you tomorrow.
