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  1. July (7)

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  3. Shibari Bondage Demonstrations

    Fosbury & Sons, Prinsengracht 769, Amsterdam

    Shibari Bondage Demonstrations

    Fosbury & Sons, Prinsengracht 769, Amsterdam

    An artistic evening within the world of BDSM through the eyes of 3 rope bondage artists.

    This Shibari Bondage Demonstration is part of the official Fetish @ Pride Amsterdam program.



    Come and enjoy a unique evening of art and connection, where different participants will demonstrate their own style and technique of Shibari Bondage - Japanese rope art.

    The artists present at the event are:

    Natsumi Scarlett
    Viktor Viktoriosso
    The Puppeteer

  4. Kinky Masterclass - Sexuality of women, trans & gender-diverse people

    Fosbury & Sons, Prinsengracht 769, Amsterdam

    Kinky Masterclass - Sexuality of women, trans & gender-diverse people

    Fosbury & Sons, Prinsengracht 769, Amsterdam

    An inclusive safe space for curious kinksters to meet and be educated by experts about the world of kink and fetish. Everyone is welcome!

    WorldPride Amsterdam 2026 Edition
    Kinky Masterclass No 19 - Sexuality of women, trans & gender-diverse people

    General information
    Speaker: Linda Duits
    Panelists: Dinah Bons, Jay Hamilton, Suzanne van de Laar, Maxi Meissner, Deepa Paul, Mirjam Preusterink
    Everyone is welcome
    Spoken language is English
    Free event
    Limited capacity

    "Sexuality of women, trans and gender-diverse people"
    During this year’s WorldPride Edition the Social Scientist Linda Duits will speak about pleasure and desire within the social and societal construct we live in. Together with a panel of engaged community members the ambition is to highlight different experiences and perspectives. With this interactive program we hope to stimulate conversations and inspire attending guests.

  6. Queer film screening + Q&A

    Rita community center, Reguliersdwarsstraat 54, Amsterdam

    Queer film screening + Q&A

    Rita community center, Reguliersdwarsstraat 54, Amsterdam

    kus kus beng beng with Ollie Launspach. Through home videos, diaries, and more Ollie explores the impact his transition has on his girlfriend, Sterre. Limited spots, sign-up!

  9. Pride university: Allyship

    By HVA Pride @ A'dam toren the Loft, Overhoeksplein 1, Amsterdam

    Pride university: Allyship

    By HVA Pride @ A'dam toren the Loft, Overhoeksplein 1, Amsterdam

    Wat betekent het écht om een bondgenoot te zijn voor de queer community? Tijdens World Pride nodigen de HvA, VU, UvA, Inholland en ROCvA-F onder de naam Pride University je uit voor een middag die verder gaat dan alleen feestvieren.

    We duiken in de kern van Allyship, namelijk: luisteren, leren en opstaan. Onder leiding van moderator Doeta Aartsma gaan we in gesprek met niemand minder dan Loiza Lamers, Jurre Geluk en MEROL.

    Bring Your Own Ally!

    Heb jij een vriend, collega of familielid die wel wat meer kan leren over dit onderwerp, of wil je juist de persoon eren die altijd voor jou klaarstaat? Neem diegene mee. Samen onderzoeken we: wat is een goede ally, hoe word je dat en welke impact heeft onvoorwaardelijke steun?

    Programma:

    14:00 – 15:00 uur: Talk over Allyship & Community
    15:00 – 16:00 uur: Borrel op het dakterras

  10. Café InClusion

    By Trans Amsterdam @ Plein Theater, Sajetplein 39, Amsterdam

    Café InClusion

    By Trans Amsterdam @ Plein Theater, Sajetplein 39, Amsterdam

    Every last Friday of the Month, TransAmsterdam organizes Open Mic Trans and Friends Café InClusion at Plein Theater, Sajetplein 39, Amsterdam. An evening where everyone gets the space to share their talents and express themselves. Do you want to tell a short story, perform a poem, sing a song, or share something completely different? It doesn’t have to be perfect — it’s all about TransJoy. Additionally, Sam will be there with free Henna Painting. Let your hands be beautifully decorated by their creative touch.

    *During café InClusion, photos are taken, and films are made regularly. Anyone who does not wish to be filmed or photographed can request a sticker from our team members. This way, our filmmaker and photographer take your wishes into account.

  11. Pride Outdoor Cinema

    By Filmhuis Cavia @ Radio Radio, Pazzanistraat 3, Amsterdam

    Pride Outdoor Cinema

    By Filmhuis Cavia @ Radio Radio, Pazzanistraat 3, Amsterdam

    Southern Sorceresses + Degenere

    Filmhuis Cavia is a community-run cinema with more than forty years of existence. Part of that long history has been created together with LGBTQ+ communities who have gathered in our filmhuis to organise and watch different programs and festivals such as TranScreen, Roze Filmdagen, Porn Film Festival Amsterdam, Kissable Screens, and several stand-alone movies that center queer people.

    For this occasion we join efforts with Radio Radio to celebrate Amsterdam as a WorldPride capital, bringing our summer outdoor cinema to Westerpark. We’ll screen a selection of films that are festive, while also inviting us to reflect on topics such as patriarchy, racism, coloniality and heteronormativity through the lens of queerness.

    Southern Sorceresses

    Southern Sorceresses follows the drift of performances and improvisations by seven queer artists through the streets of downtown São Paulo in a cinematic experience that makes visible the persistence of archaic gender and race prejudices in the common imagination. At the heart of this polyphonic narrative is the importance of political resistance through alliances of common struggle between LGBTQIA+ collectives, black people, indigenous people, and homeless workers.

    Degenere

    Dorothy's dream was to perform on stage in a skirt and be recognized as the woman she was, but she died before fulfilling it. Her best friend Misael, a 60 year old gay man, will make it happen. In Chocó, the Colombian state with the largest afro-descendant population and the highest poverty rates, Misael creates the first queer folk dance group together with four trans women and four gay men, questioning their traditions that are defended by cultural values in order to erase their queerness.

  1. August (13)

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  2. Pamela X Waterkant

    Waterkant, Marnixstraat 246, Amsterdam

    Pamela X Waterkant

    Waterkant, Marnixstraat 246, Amsterdam

    Oh, you thought we were done??

    Think again - our annual pride party @ waterkant is happening on 1 August, 15:00 to 00:00. And its gonna be hotter than this heatwave you’ve all been screaming about. 🥵 Remember: this party is for the queer community, and by the queer community, only.

    Entry is free as always, but we kindly ask for your donations to keep the mothership afloat.

  3. Pride Outdoor Cinema

    By Filmhuis Cavia @ Radio Radio, Pazzanistraat 3, Amsterdam

    Pride Outdoor Cinema

    By Filmhuis Cavia @ Radio Radio, Pazzanistraat 3, Amsterdam

    Kokomo City + Mr. Dimitris and Mrs. Dimitroula

    Filmhuis Cavia is a community-run cinema with more than forty years of existence. Part of that long history has been created together with LGBTQ+ communities who have gathered in our filmhuis to organise and watch different programs and festivals such as TranScreen, Roze Filmdagen, Porn Film Festival Amsterdam, Kissable Screens, and several stand-alone movies that center queer people.

    For this occasion we join efforts with Radio Radio to celebrate Amsterdam as a WorldPride capital, bringing our summer outdoor cinema to Westerpark. We’ll screen a selection of films that are festive, while also inviting us to reflect on topics such as patriarchy, racism, coloniality and heteronormativity through the lens of queerness.

    Kokomo city

    In the wildly entertaining and refreshingly unfiltered documentary Kokomo City, filmmaker D. Smith passes the mic to four Black transgender sex workers in Atlanta and New York City – Daniella Carter, Koko Da Doll, Liyah Mitchell, and Dominique Silver – who unapologetically break down the walls of their profession. Holding nothing back, the film vibrates with energy, sex, challenge, and hard-earned wisdom.

    Mr. Dimitris and Mrs. Dimitroula

    Dimitris lives her life in Skala Skamnias, the conservative Greek fishing village where she was born. She nursed her dying parents and now lives alone, able, at last to enjoy her femininity by dancing in the street to old pop records, watched by her cat. Misunderstood by family but celebrated by journalists covering the refugee crisis, her resilience is captured by the camera. She recalls time spent away from Lesvos and conscription into the Greek army. Gently observed and interviewed by a Lesbian film maker similarly aware of what it means to grow up different in a tiny traditional community, their shared humanity and mutual respect shine through this touching biographical film.

  4. Lesbische Geschiedenis Wandeling

    Centraal Station, Centrumzijde, aan de Westkant, Amsterdam

    Lesbische Geschiedenis Wandeling

    Centraal Station, Centrumzijde, aan de Westkant, Amsterdam

    Met (gratis) koffiepauze in een café langs de route
    Start & einde: Centraal Station; Centrumzijde Westkant: kijk naar roze ballonnen.

    Wanneer was het eerste lesbische huwelijk in Amsterdam? In 1642 in de Nieuwe Kerk! Wie waren
    “De Keizerinnen?” Waar was de eerste lesbische darkroom? En hoe verging het de Kraak-potten in
    het Handelsbladgebouw?
    Kom de verhalen horen – en misschien eigen herinneringen en kennis delen uit de rijke lesbische
    geschiedenis van Amsterdam. Over geliefden, dichteressen, activistes, voetbalteams, fotografes,
    kroegtijgerinnen, boekhandels, verzet in de Tweede Wereldoorlog en Bet van Beeren op haar motor.
    Een gratis tour van ca 4 uur (5km) met gratis koffiepauze.
    Nederlandstalige en Engelstalige groep. Wij hebben er zin in, loop met ons mee!
    Start en einde bij het Centraal Station, Centrumzijde, aan de Westkant: kijk naar de roze ballonnen.

  5. Eddy’s House

    De Westweelde Liefde, Klönneplein 4, Amsterdam

    Eddy’s House

    De Westweelde Liefde, Klönneplein 4, Amsterdam

    The House of Eddy brings together older and younger Black queer generations for an evening of personal stories, live music, spoken word and meaningful encounters. Everyone is welcome!

  6. Workshop Shibari Bondage

    Hotel arena, 's-Gravesandestraat 55, Amsterdam

    Workshop Shibari Bondage

    Hotel arena, 's-Gravesandestraat 55, Amsterdam

    An inclusive safe space for curious minds to practice the art of Japanese rope handling.

    Basics of Shibari Bondage

    Join Natsumi Scarlett for a beginner-friendly dive into Japanese rope bondage. Explore rope tying while learning the necessary skills of maintaining boundaries and consent. This hands-on session is designed for beginners and curious kinksters. You’ll explore:

    The history and basics of rope handling and safety
    Consent, communication, and aftercare in kink
    How Shibari can foster deeper emotional and erotic connection


    Extra informtion

    Everyone is welcome.
    No partner or experience is needed.
    There will be solo and partner exercices.
    Please bring your own yoga mat or towel to sit on for the tractocal part.
    Guests can bring their own ropes (2 x 8m) if they have them. Otherwise we can arrange to provide the ropes.
    The workshop will begin with participants sitting on chairs for the lecture, and afterwards moving to yoga mats / towels for the practical part.

  7. Hope as a practice writing workshop

    Rita community center, Reguliersdwarsstraat 54, Amsterdam

    Hope as a practice writing workshop

    Rita community center, Reguliersdwarsstraat 54, Amsterdam

    Through creative writing exercises, you will cultivate seeds of hope, and collect fragments of worlds where people can thrive and belong. Limited spots, get your free ticket!

  9. Workshop Beyond Flogging

    Hotel arena, 's-Gravesandestraat 55, Amsterdam

    Workshop Beyond Flogging

    Hotel arena, 's-Gravesandestraat 55, Amsterdam

    An inclusive safe space for curious minds to practice various forms of impact play.

    Workshop Beyond Flogging

    Impact Play from paddles and canes to crops



    This interactive workshop will cover a range of topics including types of impact play, defining a good scene, headspace, the Dom and sub perspective, and aftercare. There will be also an opportunity to “get your hands dirty” with some practice and guidance.

    Please bring your own tools if you have.
    For the practical part a partner is needed.

  11. Kinky Masterclass - Sexualized Druguse

    Fosbury & Sons, Prinsengracht 769, Amsterdam

    Kinky Masterclass - Sexualized Druguse

    Fosbury & Sons, Prinsengracht 769, Amsterdam

    An inclusive safe space for curious kinksters to meet and be educated by experts about the world of kink and fetish. Everyone is welcome!

    WorldPride Amsterdam 2026 Edition
    Kinky Masterclass No 20 - Sexualized Druguse


    General information
    Speaker: Henk Burger
    Panelists: Martijn de Jong, Leon Knoops, Michael O'Dea, Peter, Maro Sandel, Kris van der Veen
    Everyone is welcome
    Spoken language is English
    Free event
    Limited capacity

    "Sexualized Druguse"
    The Screenwriter and Podcast maker Henk Burger will lead the conversation about the important topic of “Sexualized Druguse”. Together with a group of engaged community members aspects of shame, loneliness and stigma will be discussed. When does the consumption of substances cross the threshold from healthy to unhealthy boundaries? Through professional, medical and personal experiences the audience will be informed and stimulated to further think about the issues at hand.

  12. Out in Tech

    Café Saarein, Elandsstraat 119-HS, Amsterdam

    Out in Tech

    Café Saarein, Elandsstraat 119-HS, Amsterdam

    Join our monthly after work drinks event, hosted the third Thursday of every month at Cafe Saarein.

    Out in Tech has arrived in Amsterdam to provide an inclusive networking space for LGBTQ+ people and allies working in tech.

    About this event

    Join our relaxed, after work drinks event, hosted the third Thursday of every month at Cafe Saarein.

    Drinks will be available at bar prices.

    We are a non-profit that unites the LGBTQ+ tech community around the world. We do this by creating opportunities for our 40,000 members worldwide to advance their careers, grow their networks, and leverage tech for social change. We envision a tech industry where LGBTQ+ people are empowered, well represented, and have full agency, from intern to CEO.

    We're looking forward to meeting you! RSVP and save the date in your calendars for an evening you cannot miss.

  1. September (2)

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  2. Out in Tech

    Café Saarein, Elandsstraat 119-HS, Amsterdam

    Out in Tech

    Café Saarein, Elandsstraat 119-HS, Amsterdam

    Join our monthly after work drinks event, hosted the third Thursday of every month at Cafe Saarein.

    Out in Tech has arrived in Amsterdam to provide an inclusive networking space for LGBTQ+ people and allies working in tech.

    About this event

    Join our relaxed, after work drinks event, hosted the third Thursday of every month at Cafe Saarein.

    Drinks will be available at bar prices.

    We are a non-profit that unites the LGBTQ+ tech community around the world. We do this by creating opportunities for our 40,000 members worldwide to advance their careers, grow their networks, and leverage tech for social change. We envision a tech industry where LGBTQ+ people are empowered, well represented, and have full agency, from intern to CEO.

    We're looking forward to meeting you! RSVP and save the date in your calendars for an evening you cannot miss.

  3. Café InClusion

    By Trans Amsterdam @ Plein Theater, Sajetplein 39, Amsterdam

    Café InClusion

    By Trans Amsterdam @ Plein Theater, Sajetplein 39, Amsterdam

    Every last Friday of the Month, TransAmsterdam organizes Open Mic Trans and Friends Café InClusion at Plein Theater, Sajetplein 39, Amsterdam. An evening where everyone gets the space to share their talents and express themselves. Do you want to tell a short story, perform a poem, sing a song, or share something completely different? It doesn’t have to be perfect — it’s all about TransJoy. Additionally, Sam will be there with free Henna Painting. Let your hands be beautifully decorated by their creative touch.

    *During café InClusion, photos are taken, and films are made regularly. Anyone who does not wish to be filmed or photographed can request a sticker from our team members. This way, our filmmaker and photographer take your wishes into account.

  1. October (2)

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  2. Out in Tech

    Café Saarein, Elandsstraat 119-HS, Amsterdam

    Out in Tech

    Café Saarein, Elandsstraat 119-HS, Amsterdam

    Join our monthly after work drinks event, hosted the third Thursday of every month at Cafe Saarein.

    Out in Tech has arrived in Amsterdam to provide an inclusive networking space for LGBTQ+ people and allies working in tech.

    About this event

    Join our relaxed, after work drinks event, hosted the third Thursday of every month at Cafe Saarein.

    Drinks will be available at bar prices.

    We are a non-profit that unites the LGBTQ+ tech community around the world. We do this by creating opportunities for our 40,000 members worldwide to advance their careers, grow their networks, and leverage tech for social change. We envision a tech industry where LGBTQ+ people are empowered, well represented, and have full agency, from intern to CEO.

    We're looking forward to meeting you! RSVP and save the date in your calendars for an evening you cannot miss.

  3. Café InClusion

    By Trans Amsterdam @ Plein Theater, Sajetplein 39, Amsterdam

    Café InClusion

    By Trans Amsterdam @ Plein Theater, Sajetplein 39, Amsterdam

    Every last Friday of the Month, TransAmsterdam organizes Open Mic Trans and Friends Café InClusion at Plein Theater, Sajetplein 39, Amsterdam. An evening where everyone gets the space to share their talents and express themselves. Do you want to tell a short story, perform a poem, sing a song, or share something completely different? It doesn’t have to be perfect — it’s all about TransJoy. Additionally, Sam will be there with free Henna Painting. Let your hands be beautifully decorated by their creative touch.

    *During café InClusion, photos are taken, and films are made regularly. Anyone who does not wish to be filmed or photographed can request a sticker from our team members. This way, our filmmaker and photographer take your wishes into account.

  1. November (2)

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  2. Out in Tech

    Café Saarein, Elandsstraat 119-HS, Amsterdam

    Out in Tech

    Café Saarein, Elandsstraat 119-HS, Amsterdam

    Join our monthly after work drinks event, hosted the third Thursday of every month at Cafe Saarein.

    Out in Tech has arrived in Amsterdam to provide an inclusive networking space for LGBTQ+ people and allies working in tech.

    About this event

    Join our relaxed, after work drinks event, hosted the third Thursday of every month at Cafe Saarein.

    Drinks will be available at bar prices.

    We are a non-profit that unites the LGBTQ+ tech community around the world. We do this by creating opportunities for our 40,000 members worldwide to advance their careers, grow their networks, and leverage tech for social change. We envision a tech industry where LGBTQ+ people are empowered, well represented, and have full agency, from intern to CEO.

    We're looking forward to meeting you! RSVP and save the date in your calendars for an evening you cannot miss.

  3. Café InClusion

    By Trans Amsterdam @ Plein Theater, Sajetplein 39, Amsterdam

    Café InClusion

    By Trans Amsterdam @ Plein Theater, Sajetplein 39, Amsterdam

    Every last Friday of the Month, TransAmsterdam organizes Open Mic Trans and Friends Café InClusion at Plein Theater, Sajetplein 39, Amsterdam. An evening where everyone gets the space to share their talents and express themselves. Do you want to tell a short story, perform a poem, sing a song, or share something completely different? It doesn’t have to be perfect — it’s all about TransJoy. Additionally, Sam will be there with free Henna Painting. Let your hands be beautifully decorated by their creative touch.

    *During café InClusion, photos are taken, and films are made regularly. Anyone who does not wish to be filmed or photographed can request a sticker from our team members. This way, our filmmaker and photographer take your wishes into account.

  1. December (1)

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  2. Out in Tech

    Café Saarein, Elandsstraat 119-HS, Amsterdam

    Out in Tech

    Café Saarein, Elandsstraat 119-HS, Amsterdam

    Join our monthly after work drinks event, hosted the third Thursday of every month at Cafe Saarein.

    Out in Tech has arrived in Amsterdam to provide an inclusive networking space for LGBTQ+ people and allies working in tech.

    About this event

    Join our relaxed, after work drinks event, hosted the third Thursday of every month at Cafe Saarein.

    Drinks will be available at bar prices.

    We are a non-profit that unites the LGBTQ+ tech community around the world. We do this by creating opportunities for our 40,000 members worldwide to advance their careers, grow their networks, and leverage tech for social change. We envision a tech industry where LGBTQ+ people are empowered, well represented, and have full agency, from intern to CEO.

    We're looking forward to meeting you! RSVP and save the date in your calendars for an evening you cannot miss.

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