Event Dates
From: Saturday, July 25, 2026
To: Saturday, August 8, 2026
Amsterdam Gay Pride takes place at the end of July to the first week of August.
Amsterdam gay pride is one of the most anticipated pride events in Europe and takes place in the height of Summer in early August.
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Gay Amsterdam Pride
- Next Edition: Saturday, July 25, 2026 To: Saturday, August 8, 2026
- This is a special WorldPride Edition – Follow our comprehensive guide to Amsterdam WorldPride 2026 for more.
- Amsterdam pride parade is quite unique, taking place on the canals across the city. The event attracts thousands of locals and overseas visitors.
- After the parade the gayborhood on Reguliersdwarsstraat hosts some great street parties and is home to the city’s gay bars and clubs.
- The gay district is located in the centre of the Amsterdam. The liberal and relaxed attitude of the city and its inhabitants have made Amsterdam one of the most gay friendly destinations in the world.
Amsterdam Pride Circuit Parties
You can expect epic circuit parties and special club nights during the week of Amsterdam Pride, including:
- First Weekend – Ladz is the men-only gay dance and cruise party for lads, scallies, sneakers and sports lovers in Amsterdam.
- Note – the following parties take place on the final weekend of Pride. Dates to be confirmed.
- Friday – DAMAGE – The hottest fetish party, a fusion of dance, cruising, and play, all under one roof.
- Friday – BOPS Amsterdam – a queer pop/house party with a twist hosts a special pride edition.
- Friday to Sunday – Rapido and Funhouse host special pride nights, some of the city’s signature gay events and a series of late night events and after parties in WesterUnie.
- Saturday – Bear Necessity Pride edition, for bears, admirers and fans. Attitude free.
- Saturday – 3X NYX – Saturday night’s biggest party hosts a special Pride Edition in the heart of the gaybourhood.
- Other popular pop-up parties include Outhaus/Sweetie Darling and Australia’s import, Poof Doof!
Amsterdam Pride at the Beach
- Next Edition: Awaiting dates – Typically the last weekend in July – Held in Zandvoort
- Amsterdam Pride at the beach is a colourful 3 day event and festival in Zandvoort with great parties.
- Pride at the Beach in Zandvoort will close with a real party on the beach.
- From 16:00 welcome for nice lounge music and a drink, the party goes wild from 18:00 to 23:00.
- Didnt know Amsterdam had a beach? Discover other hidden secrets, including our insider tips on where to dine, stay and play. Check out our gay guide to Amsterdam.
Crash Amsterdam Fetish Pride Edition Streetparty
- Next Edition: Friday and Saturday in August, 2026 – Held at Beursplein
- Crash Amsterdam Fetish Pride Edition open air kinky event during Pride Amsterdam . It all promises to be extremely fun (and super sweaty)
Canal Parade
- Next Edition: – Saturday 1st August, 2026
- The world famous canal parade is one of the most unique parades in the world and is the highlight of the entire Amsterdam Pride festivities. Watch it from your balcony at the Andaz Hotel.
- The canal parade is the festival’s centrepiece, where lavishly decorated barges give the term ‘float’ a literal meaning. On the second Saturday of the festival, participants on 80 vessels soak up the Dutch sun and put on a show with their onboard DJs, show-stopping themes and plenty of smiles, pleasing all spectators on the banks of the Prinsengracht and Amstel River.
- Smaller boats line the canal walls and at the mouths of adjoining canals, enjoying the party by shimmying up to each other, forming a huge flotilla of fun.
- For an epic view of the parade, stay at the Hotel Seven One Seven, rated “Fabulous” by guests, offering some of the most spacious rooms in the city.
Amsterdam Drag Olympics
- Next Edition: Awaiting dates – Typically Friday from 6 pm to 8 pm at Dam, Square.
Jennifer Hopelezz and the House of Hopelezz will bring the eternal Olympic flame from Mount Olympus in Greece to Dam Square in Amsterdam, which will be transformed into a world-class athletics stadium for this sports spectacle.- The Drag Olympics are the world’s premier sporting event for drag queens & kings, with the crème de la crème of the drag athletic world descending on Amsterdam to battle it out for Olympic Gold.
- The games include traditional and nontraditional sports and are open to all drag queens & kings, and gender-benders.
- Anyone with heels & wig wanting to take part can join.
- So put your feet in the sand and join the handbag throw or the stiletto race.
- Registration & makeup assistance from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
- Drag Olympics Games from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
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Street Parties – Friday & Saturday
- Friday and Saturday in August – Amstelveld Pride, 16:00 – 24:00 | Spuistraat 109 (Bar PRIK), 16:00 -24:00 | Damsquare (MainStage), 16:00 – 24:00 | Zeedijk (Café Queenshead), 16:00 -24:00 | Beursplein, (CRASH), 16:00 -24:00 | Reguliersdwarsstraat 2 (Café Reality), 16:00 -24:00 | Stoperaplein (Vrouwenfeest), 16:00 -24:00 | Marnixstraat 246 (Waterkant), 16:00 -24:00 | Thorbeckeplein, 16:00 – 24:00
Closing Party – Sunday
- Next Edition: Sunday 2nd August – Venue to be confirmed.
- Celebrate in the city’s most famous square. Enjoy an amazing atmosphere, world class performers and a fun evening at the heart of Amsterdam.
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Amsterdam Pride Walk
- Next Edition: Awaiting dates – Typically on the Saturday the weekend before the Canal Parade.
- Participants will gather at Dam Square at 11 am on Saturday, where a series of speeches will be given followed by a walk to Museumplein.
- The Route: From Dam Square they walk via Mozes and Aaronstraat – Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal – Raadhuisstraat – Rozengracht – Marnixstraat – Leidseplein – Weteringschans – Museumbrug – to Museumplein.
- The organizers emphasized that interested participants do not have to be queer to take part in the Pride Walk. Anyone who supports the struggle of the so-called rainbow community is welcome.
- Note this event is organized by the Queer Amsterdam.
Amsterdam’s Gay Districts
- Amsterdam’s iconic Reguliersdwarsstraat boasts a vibrant and inclusive atmosphere, welcoming all with its diverse range of LGBTQ+ bars and clubs.
- The historic Jordaan district offers a laid-back and charming setting for LGBTQ+ locals and visitors, with cozy cafes and trendy boutiques.
- Known for its avant-garde vibe, the Kerkstraat area hosts a mix of contemporary LGBTQ+ venues and progressive cultural spaces. It’s home to some of Amsterdam’s most iconic gay institutions, including Club Church, host of the Ladz Party.
- Amsterdam’s Red Light District, also known as Warmoesstraat, surprises with a mix of risqué entertainment and LGBTQ+-friendly bars. The district is home to popular Cruise Bars, Dirty Dick’s and Eagle Amsterdam.
- Zeedijk, with its Asian influences, offers an eclectic LGBTQ+ experience, blending trendy bars with delicious eateries. Zeedijk sits right at the edge of the city’s famous Red Light District and holds historic importance for its LGBTQ community.
- Amstel’s picturesque riverside setting sets the scene for elegant LGBTQ+ venues, attracting a sophisticated crowd. The area offers prime viewing spots during Amsterdam Pride celebrations. Check out the InterContinental with views fit for any queen.
- Westerpark combines nature and queer culture, featuring LGBTQ+ events and a welcoming atmosphere within its scenic parkland. It also hosts the La Leche Pride Opening Event.
- The up-and-coming Oosterpark district boasts a growing LGBTQ+ community, fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. It is also one of the city’s night time cruising area.
- With its artistic roots, Nieuwezijds offers LGBTQ+ visitors a taste of history with its well-established bars and LGBTQ+ landmarks including The Cuckoo’s Nest and The Web with popular dark rooms and Nieuwezijds gay sauna.
Recommended Hotels for Amsterdam Pride
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The Amsterdam gay scene is constantly changing with bars opening and closing all the time. The Regulierswarstraat has seen a resurgence of late with many new bars opening. The sex and cruising bars are close to Dam square.
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Gay life in Amsterdam is woven into the fabric of the city, and there are several areas which are home to LGBTQ+-friendly businesses, each with a distinct vibe. The town welcomes gay travellers with open arms, offering a vibrant and inclusive cityscape filled with diverse nightlife, cultural treasures, and a rich history of acceptance and celebration.
Stay in the centre, close to Dam Square, Anne Frank House, & gay-popular Warmoesstraat part of the Red Light District.
Amstel area (Rembrandtplein) a famous square with bars, cafes, & restaurants, a 10-minute walk from the centre.

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