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New Year in Amsterdam 2024 | Top 12 Things to Do, Events, Parties & More!
Weather in Amsterdam during New Year’s Eve
Average Temp: 4 °C
- Highest Temp: 6 °C
- Lowest Temp: 2 °C
Chances of Rain: Light showers are expected throughout the day with some chances of snowfall.
What to Wear: It is recommended to wear warm clothing such as woolen wear, jackets, hoodies, sweaters, thick socks, and thin gloves.
What to look out for: New Year’s Eve in Amsterdam is expected to be rainy and sometimes even snowy. Do carry an umbrella or a poncho with you to stay comfortable.
Top 12 Things to do on New Year in Amsterdam
1. Watch Spectacular Fireworks Across Amsterdam
The skies of Amsterdam light up by midnight to welcome the new year with spectacular displays of fireworks seen from rooftops, observatories, panoramic restaurants, and high-rise buildings across the city.
Why Visit?
- The fireworks display is the highlight of New Year’s Eve celebrations in Amsterdam.
- Rembrandtplein, Nieuwmarkt, Museumplein, Leidseplein, and Dam Square host the best fireworks and light and sound shows in the city.
2. Visit The Amsterdam Winter Paradise
Amsterdam RAI brings you the ultimate winter experience at their Amsterdam Winter Paradise. The winter wonderland features indoor and outdoor ice rinks, carnival rides, a ski village, snow slides, festive stalls, performances by local musicians, live shows, and more!
Why Visit?
- Amsterdam Winter Paradise 2023 is going to be much bigger than it's previous editions.
- Besides the fun winter activities, you can browse the Christmas stalls, enjoy a great lineup of Dutch artists and find shows tailored for your children.
3. Witness The Amsterdam Light Festival
The 12th edition of Amsterdam’s annual Light Festival runs through New Year’s Day, showcasing some mind-blowing light displays based on the theme ‘Loading....Revealing Art, AI and Tech’. Experience this visual delight while strolling the streets or on a canal cruise.
Why Visit?
- More than 20 intriguing light works by international artists which can be admired via a cruise or walk.
- This year’s displays give you a chance to enjoy stunning lights while pondering over our relationship with tech and AI.
4. Celebrate New Year’s Eve At Museumplein
The Museumplein in Amsterdam gets transformed into a winter wonderland every festive season with a skating rink, Christmas market, carnival, snow rides, holiday movie screenings, live entertainment, hot wine, and more!
Why Visit?
- Skate into the New Year at the Museumplein's Ice Amsterdam ice rink open.
- Enjoy local festive delicacies at the Ice Village Christmas market and a New Year special meal at the Bistro IJsclub winter restaurant.
5. Have A Fairytale New Year At Efteling
This New Year’s Eve, experience the magic at Efteling - the largest theme park in the Netherlands – with twinkling lights, wintery attractions, and brilliant fireworks amidst enchanting surroundings.
Why Visit?
- Enjoy spectacular park shows, live entertainment, meet and greet sessions with the magical creatures of Efteling, and Europe’s biggest water show – Aquanura!
- Explore the four realms of the magical city of Raveleijn, along with Pardoes - the magic Jester from the planet Symbolica, and other Eftelingbewoners.
6. Take A Canal Cruise
Marvel at the city of Amsterdam in all its festive glory, as you cruise over the canals, and through the many bridges, the city is best known for. Welcome the New Year by watching the lights, the decor, and the fireworks, from the waters.
Why Visit?
- Enjoy the Amsterdam Light Festival and watch the festive fireworks while cruising the canals of Amsterdam.
- Admire the festively decorated landmarks and historic buildings of the city, and learn more about them through the onboard audio guide.
7. Visit A Museum
Learn about the culture, art, and history of Amsterdam through the displays at its many museums. The city is home to plenty of interesting and diverse museums such as the NEMO Science Museum, Red Light Secrets Museum, Madame Tussauds, and others.
Why Visit?
- Admire the most famous works of world-class artists at the Moco Museum, Van Gogh Museum, Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam Museum, and Stedelijk Museum.
- Visit the Anne Frank Museum, Youseum, Ripley's Believe It or Not!, or Body Worlds Amsterdam for a unique museum experience.
8. Enjoy An NYE Meal With A View
Welcome the New Year with spectacular views of the fireworks at midnight while enjoying a festive dinner at a rooftop restaurant. As the year ends, indulge in traditional dishes, special set menu items, and festive buffets.
Why Visit?
- Enjoy a festive meal while admiring the light displays and fireworks across the city.
- The fireworks are best viewed from Mr. Porter at the W Hotel, Moon or Madam in the A’DAM Tower, Canvas at the Volkshotel, and Floor17 at the Leonardo Hotel.
9. Take The New Year’s Dip At Zandvoort Aan Zee
Be a part of Amsterdam’s 60-year-old tradition of taking the year’s first dip in the sea at Zandvoort aan Zee. Join the crowds at noon on New Year's Day for this icy adventure.
Why Visit?
- Join over 60,000 people as they take their first dip, dive, and swim of the New Year.
- Enjoy a cup of hot pea soup after diving into the New Year with family and friends for a unique experience.
10. Party All Night Into The New Year
What better way to ring in the new year than by partying all night at the party capital of the Netherlands? NYE parties are hosted by most clubs, pubs, restaurants, and hotels across the city.
Why Visit?
- Drink and dance into the new year at one of the many NYE parties across the city.
- Enjoy drinks, champagne, finger food, and live music performances by some of the finest DJs and musicians, as you welcome the new year.
11. Feast On Festive Delicacies
When in Amsterdam around New Year's Day, do try Dutch festive food including Oliebol - a type of fried dumpling, Duivekater - a sweet and slightly spicy loaf of bread, and Appelbeignet - a dessert of fried apple slices.
Why Visit?
- Cafes, restaurants, and street stalls across the city serve festive delicacies such as Oliebollen, Duivekater, and Appelbeignet.
- Hot chocolate, hot wine, prosecco, and different types of alcohol are also quite popular in Amsterdam during the festive season.
12. Go Pub Hopping On New Year’s Eve
Join the Leidseplein Pub Crawl on New Year’s Eve for a long night of drinks, games, prizes, dancing, and partying at 5 different bars and clubs across Amsterdam.
Why Visit?
- Enjoy welcome drinks and unlimited Vodka shots for the first 30 Minutes of the Pub Crawl.
- Get free entry to the biggest club in Amsterdam, and enjoy 5 free drinks and more discounted drinks throughout the night.
Parties & Events on New Year’s Eve in Amsterdam
Q-Factory's Amsterdam Nightlife NYE Festival 2023
Amsterdam Nightlife coupled with Q-Factory, Europe's top music hub, is returning to bring to you a grand NYE Festival 2023. Dance to the hip beats of DJs like Smash & Aries and others and make your New Year's eve legendary.
Location: Atlantisplein 1, Amsterdam | Find on map
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NYE Indoor & Outdoor Party 2023
Welcome 2024 with a grand celebration at the NYE Party organized by Amsterdam Nightlife at Oerknal, Science Park Amsterdam. Everything that makes for a great party - great beats, delicious food, high-energy crowd and fireworks will be just the right way to start your New Year.
Location: Science Park 306, 1098 XH Amsterdam, Netherlands | Find on map
Know moreNYE Party 2023 @ Pong - House of Ping
Party to your heart's content at Pong - House of Ping which sits at the very center of Amsterdam. Groove all night with your squad to some Urban, Afro House, Pop, and World beats and kickstart 2024 on a high note.
Location: Jan van Galenstraat 315, 1056 AW Amsterdam, Netherlands | Find on maps
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NYE Hotel Party & Dinner @ Crowne Plaza Amsterdam - South
With two different venues, New Year's party at Crowne Plaza also brings party to your tastebuds with some delightful cuisine. Choose to move to infectious beats or enjoy an intimate and upscale celebration this New Year's.
Location: Crowne Plaza Amsterdam - South, George Gershwinlaan 101, 1082 MT Amsterdam | Find on maps
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NYE Party 2023 @ ROOTS, Rembrandtplein
In the midst of Amsterdam's splendid nightlife, immerse yourself in the NYE party at Roots, Rembrandtplein and say hello to 2024 in the company of amazing music curated by top DJs, tasty food and drinks and the right party crowd.
Location: Rembrandtplein 45, 1017 CT Amsterdam | Find on maps
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New Year's Eve Party at Silverdome Zoetermeer 2023
The indoor ice rink at Zoetermeer is all set to host the biggest New Year’s Eve party in South Holland. The New Year's Eve party has an awesome lineup of popular artists.
Location: Van der Hagenstraat 20, 2722 NT Zoetermeer, Netherlands | Find on map
Know morePlan Your New Year in Amsterdam
Getting Around
Where to Eat
Where to Stay
- Bus: Buses will not be running in Amsterdam from 8 P.M. on the 31st of December till 1 A.M. on the 1st of January. Night buses will be running in Amsterdam from 1.30 A.M. on New Year’s Day.
- Train: NS Railways will not be operating from 8 P.M. on New Year’s Eve till 1 A.M. on New Year’s Day, after which the nightly service trains will be operational.
- Metro: Metro services in Amsterdam stop by 8 P.M. on the 31st of December, until the next morning.
- Tram: Trams will not be functioning after 8 P.M. on New Year’s Eve until the morning of New Year’s Day.
- Ferry: The Buiksloterwegveer ferry connecting Amsterdam Centraal and Amsterdam North is the only ferry service that will be continuously operational from the 30th of December till the 2nd of January.
- New Year’s Eve Dinner:
Barça
Café Restaurant De Kroon
Hotel Okura Amsterdam - New Year’s Day Brunch:
Conservatorium Hotel
NENI Amsterdam
Hotel Arena
Budget Hotels:
Mid-range Hotels:
- Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
- DoubleTree by Hilton Amsterdam Centraal Station
- Radisson Blu Hotel - Amsterdam City Center
Luxury Hotels:
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Frequently Asked Questions About Celebrating New Year's Eve in Amsterdam
What are the best things to do in Amsterdam on New Year?
Some of the best things to do in Amsterdam on New Year include watching the fireworks, visiting winter wonderlands, checking out the Amsterdam Light Festival, going on a cruise, attending New Year parties, getting drunk, dancing, ice skating, and feasting on festive delicacies.
What are the most popular things to do in Amsterdam on New Year?
Watching the fireworks, visiting winter wonderlands, checking out the Amsterdam Light Festival, going on a sightseeing cruise, attending New Year parties, and going pub hopping are some of the most popular things to do in Amsterdam on New Year.
What are a few off-beat things to do on New Year in Amsterdam?
Taking a dip in the Zandvoort aan Zee, watching a drag show, and visiting museums are a few of the off-beat things to do on New Year in Amsterdam.
What are a few kid-friendly things to do on New Year in Amsterdam?
Visiting the winter wonderlands to play at the carnival, skate on ice, and have festive sweets is the best thing to do in Amsterdam with kids on New Year. Efteling is another place that promises great fun for kids and adults alike. You can also watch the fireworks and enjoy the Amsterdam Light Festival with kids.
Is it crowded on New Year in Amsterdam?
Yes, Amsterdam is comparatively very crowded during New Year.
Is Amsterdam safe during New Year?
Most parts of Amsterdam, except the area around Red Light District, are safe during New Year. Although, beware of pickpockets in crowded areas.
What are the best events/festivals/parties on New Year’s Eve in Amsterdam?
Q-Factory's Amsterdam Nightlife NYE Festival, NYE Indoor & Outdoor Party 2023, NYE Party at Pong - House of Ping, Crowne Plaza Amsterdam - South NYE Hotel Party & Dinner, ROOTS - Rembrandtplein NYE Party 2023 are some of the best events and parties on New Year’s Eve in Amsterdam that you should check out.
Which is the best place to watch fireworks on New Year’s Eve in Amsterdam?
Rembrandtplein, Nieuwmarkt, Museumplein, Leidseplein, and Dam Square host the best New Year fireworks in the city.
What is the weather like on New Year in Amsterdam?
It is winter in Amsterdam around New Year. The average temperature ranges from 2 °C to 6 °C, with light showers and some snowfall expected throughout the day.
Is public transport available on New Year in Amsterdam?
All means of public transportation will stop operations from 8 P.M. on New Year’s Eve until the morning of New Year’s Day. Night buses and nightly service trains will be running from 1.30 A.M. and 1 A.M. on New Year’s Day, respectively.
From which restaurants and pubs can I see the New Year fireworks in Amsterdam?
The New Year fireworks are best viewed from Mr. Porter at the W Hotel, Moon or Madam in the A’DAM Tower, Canvas at the Volkshotel, and Floor17 at the Leonardo Hotel.
What are the best places to stay for New Year in Amsterdam?
Some of the best budget hotels to stay at during New Year in Amsterdam include the Mercure Hotel, Courtyard by Marriott, and the Holiday Inn Express. In the mid-range, there is the Park Plaza Victoria, the DoubleTree by Hilton, and the Radisson Blu Hotel. Amsterdam also offers a few high-end luxury accommodation options during New Year including the Andaz Amsterdam Prinsengracht, the Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam Luxury Hotel & Spa, and the InterContinental Amstel Amsterdam.
What are the best restaurants to visit for New Year in Amsterdam?
While in Amsterdam, you can enjoy a festive dinner on New Year’s Eve at Barça, Café Restaurant De Kroon, or Hotel Okura Amsterdam. Some of the best places to have the first brunch of the New Year are Conservatorium Hotel, NENI Amsterdam, and Hotel Arena.