Valentine’s weekend has entered the chat. Whether you are in love, in limbo, or in a long-term relationship with your friends, February has a way of making everything feel slightly more dramatic. The good news? The days are finally getting longer. We can feel it. A little more light at 17:30, a little less existential crisis.
If you are leaning into romance, resisting it entirely, or simply using it as an excuse to leave the house, the city is giving options. Think openings, dinners that do the flirting for you, parties with a side of karaoke, and indulgent Sunday rituals.
Here is what to do in Amsterdam this Valentine’s weekend if you are in the mood for something more than just a box of chocolates.
Friday 13/02
Framer Framed presents Between Fires: Irradiated Imaginations and Anti-Nuclear Solidarities.
Curated by Fabienne Rachmadiev and presented in partnership with Sonic Acts Biennial 2026, the exhibition explores intertwined histories of nuclear infrastructures, colonialism, and resistance. The opening is free, so rally your friends and kick off the weekend with some cultural education and learn a thing or two about parts of the world that are not always at the forefront of the media cycle.
Voorwaarts Opening
A new space is opening, and we cannot wait to add another spot to our map of the city! Food, music, and super fun people. What more could you ask for?
Spielraum Weekender
It’s time to dance, play, and forget the outside world for a little. Club RAUM is back with its Spielraum weekender and stellar lineup. Doorsale tickets are still available, so go for a little party marathon
Saturday 14/02
The New Originals custom garment embroidery
Nothing says I love you like branding your boos clothing with your name <3
Stacks Valentine’s Dinner
They say love goes through the stomach, and the menu is looking rather scrumptious: popcorn sweetbread, hillybilly beure blanc, chocolate cake ?! You will leave infatuated.
Valentines RnB Party
Alle$, Omoka & Kinnfolk are creating such a fun R&B party! Think amazing food, Karaoke, and music from an era when men were not afraid to beg in their lyrics. Sounds good to us.
Sunday 15/02
All Day Egyptian Breakfast by Sanaa’s Kitchen
The absolute best. Start your Sunday right by treating yourself to a hearty and flavourful brunch. Plus, we don’t know what she puts in them, but Hader’s pickles are unmatched.
Cleopatra at CARMEN
By now you know it: Sundays are for movies, and this one is a special one. CARMEN is opening its doors for lunch and a movie screening. Dreams do come true.
Haus of Terzetto at Café Wilhelmina
Coffee. Croissants. Chess? Yes.
Minimal Collective x EXTRAMOSTRA
Minimal Collective is joining forces with Barcelona-based organisation MOSTRA to celebrate its 5th anniversary. And what better venue for a birthday than Garage Noord?
Rochelle Jordan at Paradiso
Trust us, you won’t want to miss this one!
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