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Hello Reader,
April is in full swing, and there’s plenty to explore! As Spring settles in, children can stay active and inspired with exciting happenings across the city. From hands-on workshops to outdoor adventures, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Events Happening This Weekend
B! Music School Open Day
Learn to sing (solo or in a choir), play the drums, piano, guitar, cello or violin, or try DJing! On Saturday 18 April, come and try a range of music, choral and dance offerings. In addition, enjoy performances by the Southeast Community Choir Young and Pearls with a Mission. Find out more here.
Flower Festival Noordwijk
From Saturday 11 April to Sunday 19 April, admire forty colourful hyacinth mosaics in De Zilk, including works ranging from traditional designs to 3D creations. Find out more here.
Kodomo no Hi at the Wereldmuseum
On Saturday 18 April, get creative in preparation for Kodomo no Hi, a Japanese tradition celebrated on 5 May and dedicated to children. Families mark the occasion with games, stories and traditions, including hanging colourful koi carp streamers that symbolise strength and perseverance. At the Wereldmuseum, children can create their own koinobori to take home and display. Find out more here.
Bread Baking at Speelboerderij Elsenhove
On Sunday 19 April, visit Speelboerderij Elsenhove to meet farm animals, explore a large natural playground, and learn about nature, the environment and sustainability. Children can bake their own bread roll, add their favourite seeds, and enjoy a delicious lunch. Fun for both children and adults. Find out more here.
Upcoming and Ongoing Events
Discover Cricket at Amsterdam Cricket Club – 4 Free Training Sessions for Children
Looking for a fun, inclusive and social sport in Amsterdam? ACC Cricket Club welcomes children aged 5+ to try cricket with four free training sessions—no experience needed and all equipment provided. Outdoor training begins Sunday 2 April, with matches in Spring and Summer, and indoor training during Winter. Children aged 7+ can join league teams, while younger children (5–9) can enjoy Tip & Run sessions every Friday evening. Find out more here.
Super Young Creatives Festival
Do you like dancing? Want to learn how to make your own jewellery? Or stop by for make-up and a pancake? On Saturday 25 April, De Levende Leeuw and the OBA present the Super Young Creatives Festival to kick off the May holidays. Open to children and their families, the event features workshops, activities, goodie bags, snacks and drinks—all organised by young creatives from the neighbourhood. Find out more here.
Fiep Westendorp Rijksmuseum Exhibition
From Friday 19 June to Sunday 13 September, visit an exhibition featuring beloved characters such as Jip and Janneke, Otje, Pluk van de Petteflet, and Pim and Pom. Since the 1950s, Fiep Westendorp’s illustrations have been loved by all ages—come and enjoy 150 works on display. Find out more here.
IJburg Beach Obstacle Run
On Saturday 27 June, the fourth edition of the IJburg Obstacle Run takes place on IJburg beach. Gather your friends, family or colleagues and test your endurance, teamwork and courage on this challenging course. Each participant receives an Obstacle Run shirt. Please note: Swimming diploma A is required. Find out more here.
Meivakantie Day Camps
Terragon Nature Camps
Day camps for children aged 4–10, offering immersive outdoor experiences in a safe and nurturing setting. Activities take place in a protected nature area and include storytelling, hands-on exploration, and creative play. Each week follows a shared theme, with opportunities such as farm visits, pony riding, aerial play and nature art. Led by experienced counsellors with a high staff-to-child ratio. Learn more here.
Art Start Haarlem
Creative camps designed to inspire imagination and freedom of expression. Children experiment with different materials, meet new friends and enjoy a balance of creative work and active play. Themes align with seasonal celebrations, and activities include both indoor and outdoor elements. Learn more here.
The Science Camp
A week full of experiments, STEAM activities, engineering challenges and outdoor play. Theme: Science Legends, featuring figures such as Galileo Galilei, Charles Darwin, Alfred Wegener and Rosalind Franklin. Children will explore, design, problem-solve and innovate in a fun, hands-on environment. Learn more here.
Station West
Looking for something more creative this Meivakantie? Station West offers teens the opportunity to explore the city through drawing. Led by professional illustrators, sessions focus on capturing Amsterdam’s streets, architecture and everyday moments—ideal for a hands-on artistic experience. Learn more here.
Parents’ Corner
Amsterdam Spanish Film Festival
Running from Friday 17 April to Sunday 19 April, the festival brings a vibrant mix of Spanish-language cinema to venues across the city. Expect everything from award-winning films to indie favourites—perfect for an adult night out. Find out more here.
The Amsterdam Coffee Festival
Join Amsterdam’s largest coffee celebration from Thursday 16 April to Saturday 18 April. Enjoy three days of exceptional coffee, cocktails, live roasting, workshops and festival atmosphere at NDSM Loods. Learn more here.
We aim to include everyone and are happy to mention events connected to all special holidays, festivities and happenings. Please email us with events you’d like us to mention. AM will make the ultimate decision on what to publish.
A team of volunteers compiles this newsletter each week, and we would welcome some new colleagues on the team. Are you interested and do you have a few hours to spare every few weeks? Please contact Amsterdam Mamas for more information at info@amsterdam-mamas.nl
This Weekend Roundup was compiled by Shelly Lopez.
The above information is given to the best of our knowledge, but please check the event links to confirm details. These are often events that the Amsterdam Mamas cannot personally recommend from experience but are provided as a starting point to help you find activities for your family. Thanks, and have a good weekend!
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