Museumnacht 2025: Our Ultimate Guide to Your Best Night at Amsterdam’s Museums
Erwin Olaf – Freedom - Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam
Imagine this: Amsterdam after dark, a wristband as your golden ticket, and over 50 museums transformed into a playground of art, music, and surprises. If Museumnacht were a movie, it’d be a blockbuster, part heist (racing to see it all), part romance (falling in love with the city’s creative soul), and 100% unforgettable.
On Saturday, November 1, 2025 (19:00–02:00), Amsterdam’s cultural heart beats louder than ever. This isn’t just a night at the museum, it’s a backstage pass to the city’s artistic pulse. One ticket unlocks 70 museums, from the collaborative art jam at Treehouse NDSM to the AI Prompt Battle at Nxt Museum, the street art takeover at STRAAT, and even a funeral bus ride between life and death (courtesy of Hortus Botanicus and Tot Zover).
Add live DJs, pop-up performances, and workshops, like yoga-meets-tai-chi at Wereldmuseum, and you’ve got a script even Hollywood couldn’t write. But here’s the twist: Without a plan, you’ll miss the best scenes. That’s where we come in. We’ve scoured the programme, and mapped out the must-see spots, so your night feels less like a sprint and more like a curated adventure. Think of this as your director’s cut: the exhibitions, workshops, and hidden gems that’ll make your Museumnacht legendary.
Where to Go: Amsterdam’s Museumnacht 2025 Museums by Theme
Famous Museums (Iconic & Must-See)
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Rijksmuseum
Home to Dutch masters like Rembrandt and Vermeer—expect special nighttime tours.
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Van Gogh Museum
Immersive experiences celebrating Van Gogh’s legacy.
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Anne Frank House
Modern and contemporary art, plus live DJs and performances.
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Stedelijk Museum
Modern and contemporary art, plus live DJs and performances.
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FOAM
Cutting-edge photography exhibits and interactive installations.
Innovation & Tech (Future-Focused)
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Nxt Museum
Still Processing exhibition + AI Prompt Battles and VR Silent Disco.
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ARTIS – Planetarium
Cosmic visuals and immersive space-themed experiences.
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NEMO Science Museum
Hands-on experiments and tech demos for all ages.
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ARTIS – Micropia
Explore the microscopic world with live labs and interactive displays.
Street Art & Urban Culture
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STRAAT Museum
Live street art, spray-can workshops, and large-scale murals by international artists.
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A’DAM Tower
Panoramic views + pop-up art installations and DJ sets.
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Amsterdam Ferry Festival
Art on the ferry—transforming your ride into a floating gallery.
Art & Design (Creative & Visual)
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Melkweg Expo
Emerging artists and bold visual culture in Amsterdam’s creative heart.
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H’ART Museum
Contemporary art with a focus on inclusivity and bold expressions.
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The Black Archives
Historical artifacts and art exploring Black and underrepresented narratives.
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Eye Filmmuseum
Film screenings, retrospectives, and multimedia art.
History & Culture (Deep Dives)
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Amsterdam Museum
Panorama Amsterdam speed tours and Women of Amsterdam workshops.
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Jewish Museum
Stories of Amsterdam’s Jewish community, with live talks and music.
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Museum Our Lord in the Attic
Hidden 17th-century church and historical exhibits.
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Resistance Museum
WWII history with interactive storytelling and rare artifacts.
Hidden Gems (Unique & Offbeat)
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Treehouse NDSM
Collaborative drawing experience—add your mark to a living artwork.
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Pianola Museum
Whimsical self-playing pianos and musical history.
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House Willet-Holthuysen
A glimpse into 19th-century Amsterdam life, with candlelit tours.
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Beautiful Distress House
Art and mental health awareness in a thought-provoking space.
Experiences & Workshops (Hands-On Fun)
Wereldmuseum
Yoga-tai chi fusion workshops for mindfulness and movement.
de Brakke Grond
.tiff 2025 photo exhibition + Welcome to Our Table (food and connection).