by Anastasia Drost | Autumn, Children, Children's Activities, Cultural Holidays, Featured, Life in Amsterdam, Seasons
Halloween, or ‘Hallowed Eve’, falls on 31 October, the night before the Catholic feast of All Saints Day. Originally of Celtic origin, Halloween has transcended countries and cultures; the opportunity to dress up in costume and give frights big and small to other...
by Tasneem Hatimbhai | Autumn, Children, Life in Amsterdam, Seasons
Join us for our annual Amsterdam Mamas Halloween Parade on Sunday, 27th October 2024 at Beatrix Park in Amsterdam. The recommended age for children is 0 till 8. We will have 2 time slots for the parade to accommodate a larger group. 1st Parade : 10:30 – 11:30...
by Ana Sofía González | Cultural Holidays, Life in Amsterdam, New to Amsterdam, Spring
On May 4, the Netherlands will observe Remembrance Day, a solemn occasion to honour the victims of World War II and subsequent conflicts. Amsterdam’s Dam Square will host the national remembrance ceremony, a poignant event attended by the King and Queen. The...
by Ana Sofía González | Children's Activities, Life in Amsterdam, New to Amsterdam, Spring
Hey there Amsterdam families! Get ready to dive into the vibrant orange celebrations of King’s Day, the ultimate Dutch birthday bash for the King. This is a day when the whole city bursts into life with markets, music, dance, festivities and plenty of fun...
by Reema Nagpal | Children, Children's Activities, Life in Amsterdam, Living Sustainably, Spring
As Earth Day approaches on April 22nd, it is the perfect time to engage children in fun and meaningful activities that promote environmental awareness and stewardship. From hands-on crafts to inspiring books, here are some suggestions to make this Earth Day engaging...
by Ghada Salem | Holiday Camp Guides, Life in Amsterdam, Living Sustainably, Summer
Art Camps ArchiKids During the art camp children are guided to build imaginary cities, houses, landscapes and many more… The variety of materials and exploration of the nearby park become the starting point of their creative projects. Ages: 5 – 11 years Location:...