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Visit the Floriade! It is held once every 10 years in Holland. This year it is in a city called Venlo in the south of Holland. You can visit the Floriade until the 7th of October. The Floriade is the biggest Horticultural Expo in the world. Visitors are presented with the opportunity to enjoy the world's most exquisite and exceptional flowers, plants, trees and fruit and vegetables. You can book a day trip at our reception for a special price of € 75,-. You can also take a train to Venlo. It will take you 2 hours.

No matter what time of year you decide to visit, there´s always something going on in Amsterdam. The city offers a constantly changing mix of festivals, fairs and parades. And don´t miss the continuous stream of extraordinary art exhibitions and events on offer, from Rembrandt to Warhol, and from Fashion Week to Dance Event.

Music in Amsterdam

Lovers of classical music, ballet and modern dance frequently take in performances by some of the world's biggest stars. And with jazz, pop and club events occurring daily, there's always something for everyone.

Amsterdam Festivals

This year, Europe's number-one festival city is again hosting plenty of exciting performances and concerts featuring leading artists from all over the world. Language is no barrier at these festivals, some of which are even free of charge. To learn more, visit the Festival website.

Candy for your senses

Throughout the year, there's also a healthy supply of culinary events, theatre and comedy performance, as well as fairs and carnivals in the Amsterdam area. See below for a sampling of Amsterdam events. Ticket arrangements for most events can be made via Amsterdams Uitburo.