Dutch Holidays & Traditions – What's up with Amsterdam

Santa in Holland

Tanja / November 15, 2022

The American Santa Claus is based on the Dutch Santa: Sinterklaas, a legendary bishop who performed miracles.

Tanja / November 11, 2021

Christmas markets are famous in Germany and Belgium, but did you know there are some amazing Christmas markets in the

Tanja / November 10, 2021

New Year’s Eve in Amsterdam is great! It’s celebrated in the streets, bars and clubs. Firework plays a big role

Tanja / July 25, 2021

Get ready for Christmas in Amsterdam 2022. Find the best Christmas markets in and nearby Amsterdam, cruise the canals during

Tanja / December 31, 2020

Oliebollen bakken is a long standing Dutch tradition. On New Year’s Eve all Dutch people head into the kitchen or

Tanja / April 1, 2019

King’s Day in The Netherlands is celebrated on 27 April 2020. The best King’s Day parties are in Amsterdam. Over

Tanja / March 10, 2019

On 4 and 5 May, The Netherlands commemorates the end of the Second World War. In May 1945 Canadian forces

Tanja / July 6, 2018

The Amsterdam Gay Pride takes place from 25 July till August 2, 2020. The highlight is the Gay Parade in

Tanja / September 6, 2011

Always wondered what traditional Dutch music sounds like? Many of the traditional music from Holland comes from the Amsterdam Jordaan