Amsterdam - Whats On 2006

Confrontatie van drama tussen Rembrandt en Caravaggio
To mark the fact that Rembrandt van Rijn was born 400 years ago, the Rijksmuseum and the Van Gogh Museum stage a great meeting between the two geniuses of the baroque art of painting in the Van Gogh Museum.
26/02/2006- 18/06/2006

Jumping Amsterdam
International indoor horse show.
The most exciting parts of Jumping Amsterdam are the qualification games for the Volvo World Cup Dressage and Jumping.
20/04/2006- 23/04/2006

Art Amsterdam
More than 125 galleries present modern art, ranging from decorative to applied art, from established to innovative art.
03/05/2006- 07/05/2006

EK Turnen Dames en Heren
European Gymnastics Championships for women and men.
04/05/2006- 07/05/2006

Holland Festival
Innovative performing arts in Amsterdam. During this month the most renowned artists of the world will perform in the City Theatre, the Music Theatre and the Concertgebouw. Visitors can enjoy opera, drama, music, dance and film performances.
02/06/2006- 25/06/2006

Amsterdam Roots Festival
The Amsterdam Roots Festival presents an exceptionally adventurous program of world music and world culture. Events include æRoots Open AirÆ (free admission) and various performances in three Amsterdam venues.
17/06/2006- 25/06/2006

Julidans Amsterdam
Festival of contemporary dance in various locations, including Stadsschouwburg, Bellevue and Paradiso. Performances by dance groups from a range of countries. 02/07/2006- 15/07/2006

Youth Friendship Games Holland - Zwemmen Amsterdam
The World Youth Friendship Games are a mini version of the Olympic Games, especially for young athletes. Boys and girls aged 11-19 can participate in this event which features eight sports, including swimming.
28/07/2006- 30/07/2006

De Parade Amsterdam
The Parade is a live panorama of theatre, dance, music, art, entertainment, magic, attractions and spectacle. Because of the colourful marquees, the whirligig and the world restaurants, The Parade very much resembles an old-fashioned fairground. 04/08/2006- 20/08/2006

Kwakoe Zomerfestival
A major multicultural festival. During six weekends visitors will enjoy theatre performances, concerts, films, literary and sports events and exotic dishes. 12/08/2006- 13/08/2006

Uitmarkt Amsterdam
Opening of the new cultural season with performances on indoor and outdoor stages. Large information market and book market.
25/08/2006- 27/08/2006

Amsterdam Dance Event
Dance Event is a gathering for people employed in the music industry. Every night some 100 DJs and artists perform in Amsterdam's best-known clubs. 21/10/2006- 31/10/2006

MotoRAI Amsterdam
Exhibition of motorbikes, scooters, mopeds, motorised bicycles, spare parts and accessories. In addition, you can get ideas for a motoring holiday at the MotoRAI, get to know motor clubs or pick up rare spare parts.
01/11/2006- 30/11/2006

PAN AMSTERDAM (Pictura Antiquairs National)
Amsterdam National Art and Antique Fair; some 110 art and antique dealers present an abundance of old masters, antiques and contemporary art.
19/11/2006- 26/11/2006

Saint Nicolaas Intocht Amsterdam
The Holy Man arrives every year around 11.30 AM at the Central Station. He will be accompanied by hundreds of his helpers, lots of music and lots of fun. 19/11/2006

International Documentary Filmfestival Amsterdam (IDFA)
Amsterdam International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam. This festival presents 200 documentary films and videos. In addition, special screenings, discussions and talk shows can be enjoyed.