On April 27, we celebrate the birthday of our king, Willem-Alexander. In Amsterdam, the entire city transforms into one big festival on this day. There are street parties, boat parties on the canals, flea markets, and several large music festivals.
Early in the morning, you can already head out to search for hidden treasures at the flea markets. Throughout the city, people lay out blankets to sell second-hand items, toys, clothing, and homemade products. Other activities in the city start at 10:00 a.m. and continue until 11:00 p.m. You can freely walk around the city and soak up the festive atmosphere everywhere.
Large festivals are organized across Amsterdam, such as Kingsland Festival, Loveland van Oranje, and Free Your Mind Kingsday, where various artists perform. To dance and sing along at these events, you need to purchase a ticket online in advance.
Almost everyone in the Netherlands wears orange clothing, wigs, or accessories on this day. The canals are also crowded with decorated boats full of people celebrating. Please note that the city center can become very busy, and some streets or squares may be temporarily closed. Public transport usually operates on an adjusted schedule.
