by Editorial Team | Autumn, Cultural Holidays, The Mamas Recommend, Travel, Winter
One of the best things about living in Amsterdam is easy access to some of Europe’s most famous Christmas markets. Between Germany and Netherlands, there are plenty of places to choose from for a magically festive celebration. We’ve collected The...
by Reema Nagpal | Autumn, Climate Series, Cultural Holidays, Life in Amsterdam, Living Sustainably, Seasons, Sustainability Series, Winter
As the festive season approaches, families in Amsterdam and across the Netherlands face a perennial question: how to celebrate Christmas joyfully while staying mindful of the planet? At the heart of this discussion lies the sustainability of cherished traditions. Top...
by Anastasia Drost | Autumn, Children, Children's Activities, Cultural Holidays, 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 Tanya Kovarsky | Autumn, Cultural Holidays, Life in Amsterdam, Winter
Another holiday is arriving this week … Chanukah, the Jewish Festival of Lights! The Netherlands, Amsterdam in particular, has a strong Jewish history and vibrant Jewish present. Tanya Kovarsky explains the history behind this holiday and the way it is...
by Cessna Kleinmoedig Veeris and Emma van Nifterick | Autumn, Children, Cultural Holidays, Life in Amsterdam, New to Amsterdam
Get ready! Coronavirus or not, that time of year is upon us when Sinterklaas (Saint Nicholas) makes his way to the Netherlands. Here are some details about his arrival and presence in 2020. WHO/WHAT IS SINTERKLAAS? After King’s Day, Sinterklaas is the...