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Hello Reader, The snow has gone and melted. But it’s still quite chilly which calls for some cozy activities with the fam. Whether you’re in the mood for enchanting puppet theatre, a family-friendly film, or getting creative with paintbrushes, there’s something to suit every family’s vibe. We’ve rounded up the best cultural outings happening this weekend so you can make memories without the stress of endless searching. Grab your coats, and let’s make it a weekend to remember! Event for Friday, 16 January Painting lessons for kids OBA Bos & Lommer holds free painting workshops with artist Elena every month. The first edition for the year is happening this Friday, 16 January. Kids aged 7-12 are welcome, but registration via email is required. Send an email to buurtwest@oba.nl Events on Saturday, 17 January National Tulip Day 2026 On Saturday, 17 January, Amsterdam will celebrate the Tulip Festival once again. The event is free and open to everyone. There is a tulip picking garden for visitors to gather their own bunch on Museumplein for a maximum of 10 stems. Gates open 13:00 to 17:00. But better come early, and I mean really, really early, as the queue to enter can be very long. Gammel at De Krakeling Experience Gammel, a magical puppet theatre show about a grumpy old man whose life changes when a mysterious child appears at his door. This heartwarming performance reminds us that every day matters and everyone needs to feel needed. With enchanting puppetry, masks, and live music. Score your tickets here Events on Sunday, 18 January Cinemini at Eye Filmmuseum Catching a film on Sunday morning at the beautiful Eye Filmmuseum can easily become a family tradition for those of you with kids aged 2-6. Going to the cinema may not be on the top of your list with young children, but the Eye actually welcomes them with short films suitable for their age and a play activity. You might want to get tickets in advance as they sell out fast. Impro music for kids at Munganga Argentinian saxophonist Ada Rose of Little Music Explorer is giving an intimate performative concert at Munganga. Discover the magic and joy of making music together by exploring a range of instruments for the little ones and more. Tickets are sold here Ongoing activities Barbie: The Dream Experience at Wondr Step into Barbie’s world through this immersive experience for the whole family. Every corner is a delight for Barbie fans. Posing, taking photos, and even sliding down the DreamHouse is highly encouraged! Book your tickets here LEGO® Printing Workshop in Building Black Civilizations Create your own futuristic prints with Lego at Wereldmuseum Amsterdam. Design your own pattern and print it. This program is available for kids age 6 and up on Saturdays, Sundays, and school holidays from 12:00 to 16:00. Get your tickets here We endeavour to include everyone and are happy to mention events connected to all special holidays/festivities. Please email us with events/celebrations you want us to mention. AM will make the ultimate decision on what to publish. A team of volunteers compiles this newsletter, 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 Jackie Liban. The above information is given to the best of our knowledge and ability, 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 that are a good fit for your family. If you have seen any upcoming events that we should know about, please let the newsletter team know by replying to this email. Thanks, and have a good weekend! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram. |
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