Event Dates
From: Saturday, July 27, 2024
To: Sunday, July 28, 2024
Milkshake Festival
Amsterdam 2024
It’s all about love and respect at the annual Milkshake Festival in Amsterdam.
Milkshake Festival Amsterdam 2024
It’s all about love and respect at the annual Milkshake Festival in Amsterdam which takes place at the end of July each year in Westerpark.
- Stay close to Westergas with 23 nearby hotels. Check out the Conscious Hotel Westerark, housed in a historic building with superb rooms, scrumptious breakfast options and designer rooms. (an Uber costs about 12 EUR from the hotel to the centre).
The Party
- Milkshake Festival is an open-minded electronic dance festival that has made its mark in the city center of Amsterdam.
- With 9 stages per day showcasing local and international event promoters, artists and performance artists.
- Most played genres include house, disco, pop, techno, R&B, urban and dance hall, there is something for everyone, a delicious recipe to tantalize all your taste buds.
- Milkshake marks the start of the Amsterdam Gay Pride festivities. The event has sold out each year and now takes place over two days.
- As well as the music, you’ll find art, performance art and drag acts with over 1000 performers on each day.
- And remember, dress to impress. This Milkshake festival is all about expressing yourself.
- You can even enter the special voguing catwalk and competition.
- Or, just chill at the fairground in just some skimpy shorts. The choices are endless.
- Check out the top hotels close to Amsterdam city centre and take a taxi to the Milkshake festival.
The Venue
- Westerpark blends green spaces, a lively creative and nightlife scene, and iconic architecture.
- Along with its regular exhibitions, markets and festivals, the converted Westergasfabriek gasworks contains indie shops, eclectic eateries, an art-house cinema, a brewery and a dance club.
- The venue is a 4 min taxi drive away from the centre of Amsterdam.
- Alternatively take the Line 21 Bus (10 mins) or walk (32 mins).
Recommended Hotels in Amsterdam
Here are the hotels we recommend that have good reviews and keep you close to all the action
Recommended Hotels
Where to stay close to all the gay bars
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
Where we stay!
The Hotel Pulitzer is where we stay when
we visit Amsterdam. Close to the gay bars.
Official Website
For further information and advice on
Milkshake Festival Amsterdam Website
Gay Map of Amsterdam
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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We have chosen hotels Amsterdam that keep you close to all the shops, restaurants & bars
De l’Europe
5 Star – Central Location
- 5 Star, Waterside Terrace, Spa Facilities
- A short walk to the gay bars
- Carrara marble bathroom, Apple TV
- Classic design meets contemporary luxury, complete with fitness area, spa facilities, and a beautiful waterside terrace.
NH Collection Doelen
5 Star, Readers Choice
- 5 Star, Amsterdam’s Oldest Hotel
- A short walk to the gay bars
- Stylish furnishings, modern amenities, air conditioning
- Nestled in a historic 17th-century building, offering stylishly furnished rooms with modern amenities in a central location.
Albus Hotel Amsterdam
4 Star – Great Amenities
- 4 Star, Environmentally Friendly, Green Key Gold
- A short walk to the gay bars
- Nespresso machine, rain shower
- Eco-friendly with modern rooms featuring Nespresso machines, rain showers, and an innovative air conditioning system.
Inntel Hotel
4 Star – Perfect Location
- 4 Star, Near Amsterdam Central Station
- A short walk to the gay bars
- Satellite TV, air-conditioned, modern decor
- Offers comfortable, modern rooms close to Central Station, with free Wi-Fi, and stylish bar.
Video of Milkshake Festival, Amsterdam
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Top Gay Neighbourhoods in Amsterdam
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.
Reguliersdwarsstraat | The Gay Street
Photo: Reguliersdwarsstraat is home to the city’s busiest gay bars with new additions every year.
- A vibrant street located just south of the Rembrandtplein is approximately a 10-minute walk from Dam Square.
- Reguliersdwarsstraat has a rich history of LGBTQ+ activism and was one of the first streets in Amsterdam to become known for its LGBTQ+ scene.
- The street hosts several parties during Amsterdam Pride and Kings Day.
- Find the best hotels close to Reguliersdwarsstraat.
- Discover the best things to see and do.
Amsterdam Centrum
Stay in the centre, close to Dam Square, Anne Frank House, & gay-popular Warmoesstraat part of the Red Light District.
Jordaan
Trendy, hip neighbourhood with charming streets, picturesque canals, boutique shops, art galleries, & cosy cafes
Amstel
Amstel area (Rembrandtplein) a famous square with bars, cafes, & restaurants, a 10-minute walk from the centre.
De Pijp
Bohemian neighbourhood, perfect for foodies, with international restaurants, cafes, & the famous Albert Cuyp Market.
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