This week in Amsterdam (May 19–26, 2026): drag bingo on Zeedijk, bear beats, Reguliersdwarsstraat dance floors, saunas, shops, and LGBTQ+ sports.

Queer Things To Do in Amsterdam: May 19–26, 2026

Queer Things To Do in Amsterdam This Week (May 19–26, 2026)

Amsterdam is hosting WorldPride 2026 for the first time ever. Two weeks of events, July 25–August 8. Canal Parade, concerts, street parties, and more — here's your complete guide.

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Amsterdam WorldPride 2026: The Ultimate Pride Guide

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Mister B is a shop in Amsterdam. Located at Prinsengracht 192, 1016 HC Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Mister B

Concept store with fashion accessories, lifestyle goods & home items from high-end designer labels.

Drake's Luxury Boutique

Black Body Shop is a shop in Amsterdam. Located at Kerkstraat 173, 1017 GH Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Black Body Shop

Sauna Nieuwezijds is a sauna and bathhouse in Amsterdam. Located at Nieuwezijds Armsteeg 95, 1012 NB Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Sauna Nieuwezijds

Sauna Damrak is a sauna and bathhouse in Amsterdam. Located at Damrak 54-1HG, 1012 LL Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Sauna Damrak

Quirky memorabilia fills this legendary establishment, a landmark gay bar since 1927.

Café 't Mandje

Bar Buka is a bar in Amsterdam. Located at Albert Cuypstraat 124, 1072 EA Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Bar Buka

Pamela is a bar in Amsterdam. Located at Jacob van Lennepstraat 86H, 1053 HM Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Pamela

Renowned, laid-back gay bar with a popular pool table, plus bingo sessions & happy hours.

Bar Spijker

Long-running brown cafe with a largely lesbian crowd, for pool, darts & pinball plus light bites.

Café Saarein

Boisterous gay-friendly bar overlooking the canal with regular theme nights, DJs & drag acts.

Café The Queen's Head

Bar Bario is a bar in Amsterdam. Located at Bilderdijkstraat 186, 1053 LD Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Bar Bario

Taboo is a bar in Amsterdam. Located at Reguliersdwarsstraat 45, 1017 BK Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Taboo

Lellebel is a bar in Amsterdam. Located at Utrechtsestraat 4H, 1017 VN Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Lellebel

Free Willie is a bar in Amsterdam. Located at Amstel 178, 1017 CZ Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Free Willie

B'Femme is a bar in Amsterdam. Located at Reguliersdwarsstraat 48, 1017 BM Amsterdam, Netherlands.

B'Femme

Café Montmartre is a bar in Amsterdam. Located at Reguliersdwarsstraat 129, 1017 BL Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Café Montmartre

Nate is a bar in Amsterdam. Located at Utrechtsestraat 19, 1017 CH Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Nate

Dirty Dicks is a bar in Amsterdam. Located at Warmoesstraat 86, 1012 JH Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Dirty Dicks

Low-lit gay nightspot with cocktails, free condoms & a dark room for private encounters.

The Cuckoo's Nest

Bears Amsterdam is a bar in Amsterdam. Located at Sint Jacobsstraat 6, 1012 NC Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Bears Amsterdam

Club Church is a bar in Amsterdam. Located at Kerkstraat 52, 1017 GM Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Club Church

Club NYX is a nightclub in Amsterdam. Located at Reguliersdwarsstraat 42, 1017 BM Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Club NYX

Queer Market is a shop in Amsterdam. Located at Overtoom 87, 1054 BV Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Queer Market

Pink Point is a shop in Amsterdam. Located at Westermarkt t/o 9, 1016 DL Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Pink Point

Stephen & Penelope is a shop in Amsterdam. Located at Haarlemmerdijk 132-A, 1013 JJ Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Stephen & Penelope

Vrolijk Boeken & Films is an independent online LGBT+ bookshop and film store based in Amsterdam. Originally founded in 1984 as Boekhandel Vrolijk — Europe's oldest LGBT bookstore — the physical store closed in 2017. In 2018, former employee Antoine van den Berg relaunched it as an online shop offering a curated selection of LGBT+ novels, non-fiction, films, documentaries, calendars, and rainbow gifts in Dutch and English.

Vrolijk Boeken & Films

Amsterdam has a long-standing reputation as a global queer capital, with the historic Reguliersdwarsstraat and warm inclusivity in the Jordaan and the Canal Belt. The city celebrates major events like Amsterdam Pride and features a wide-ranging LGBT+ nightlife, cultural institutions, and advocacy traditions rooted in Dutch liberalism.

A DJ set by LEO MORENO at Bears Amsterdam.

DJ LEO MORENO @ BEARS AMSTERDAM

A DRAG

my.little.puny

A drag show event at Café The Queen's Head.

Join Singalong Sunday at Café 't Mandje in Amsterdam on May 31, 2026, from 16:00 to 01:00. Enjoy singing along with Win de Jong and Suzanna as they perform a mix of Dutch, English, and French songs with a digital accordion.

Singalong Sunday

Join us for a vibrant LGBTQ+ Pride event featuring performances, parades, and community activities to celebrate diversity and inclusion.

Amsterdam City Center

LGBTQ+ Pride Celebration

Amsterdam Pride Foundation

BINGO TUESDAY

A weekly bingo night hosted by Café The Queen's Head featuring drag performances.

BINGO Tuesday

A weekly bingo night at Café The Queen's Head hosted by themaybelline.

An event called WTF Queer Wednesday taking place on June 3, 2026, starting at 21:00 and ending at 01:00. The event is hosted at Vrankrijk, located at Spuistraat 216, Amsterdam.

Vrankrijk

WTF Queer Wednesday

The best drag show in town. Free entrance every Thursday.

cafethequeenshead

Drag Show

A weekly free drag show at Café The Queen's Head.

Fabulous evening full of love, glitter, and unforgettable performances. Hosted by tootsixox.

Thursdays are a DRAG

tootsixox

A weekly drag show featuring performances filled with love and glitter.

Individual and couple readings, monthly spreads, and many more. With free readings for trans guests.

Tarot readings by Larcana Tarot

Larcana Tarot

A tarot reading event offering individual and couple readings, including free sessions for trans guests.

A drag show performance at Café The Queen's Head.

Come and meet us on the dance floor 🎵 Tickets are officially on sale. Get yours, diva! 

Joining us on the decks Friday 5 June: 
🎧 justjanevandyke - making her BOPS debut
🎧 paedar.dj - returning favorite from Antwerp

Your residents absoluut and tmorgz complete the lineup for a spring night of pure pop perfection. 

Come feel so free 💖

The Other Side

BOPS Amsterdam - Spring Night of Pure Pop Perfection

Bops Amsterdam

A dance party celebrating pop music with live DJ performances and a fun, free atmosphere.

Dripped, the 25+ day party where queer grown energy comes together! Designed for the girls, gays, and theys who want to dance, meet new people, and still be home before midnight.

Expect a stylish crowd, real connection, and a dance floor that delivers. 
Music flows through R&B, Throwbacks, Dancehall, Baile Funk, and Afro sounds all night! Coming solo? Say less. Our community makes it easy. Join the chat, pull up to the meetup, and find your dance partner or bae. Join via Instagram @drippedparty for the WhatsApp group chat!

Bitterzoet

Dripped

Grab the mic and bring your best (or worst 😄) vocals for a night full of laughs and music at cafethequeenshead

KARAOKE NIGHT

bokchoiqueen

A karaoke night where everyone can sing and have fun at Café The Queen's Head.

Utrecht

Janey Utrecht Pride

Girls Love Janey

A women’s party event called UTRECHT PRIDE - DE JANEY at CLUB POEMA Utrecht.

Join Singalong Sunday on June 7, 2026, from 16:00 to 01:00 at Café 't Mandje in Amsterdam. Enjoy singing along with Suzanna as she performs a mix of Dutch, English, and French songs using her digital accordion. Experience a lively Sunday afternoon filled with music and community.

A weekly drag-themed bingo night at Café The Queen's Head hosted by tabitha_og.

A community event for queer individuals to gather and share their crafting hobbies in a friendly, non-party setting. Started by Rose and Anna in October 2022, the event welcomes all crafts and encourages spontaneous attendance without RSVP.

Queer crafting circle

A series of drag workshops hosted by QueerHub in collaboration with Kara Zaragoza, focusing on self-expression and theatrical exercises. The sessions are designed to warm up the body, voice, and nerves through theater-based activities, encouraging participants to explore their identity and be seen. No prior experience is required, and the series will be conducted in English.

Queer hub

Drag workshop series

A weekly bingo night hosted at Café The Queen's Head.

A weekly drag show with love, glitter, and performances at Café The Queen's Head.

A weekly free drag performance held every Thursday at Café The Queen's Head.

A event offering tarot card readings for individuals and couples, including free readings for trans guests.

Come dance, drink, flirt, laugh and vibe with the girls during Eindhoven Pride.

Eindhoven

Eindhoven Pride - Janey

A women’s party as part of Eindhoven Pride at DE Effenaar Eindhoven.

A community gathering at Bears Amsterdam.

De Bereborrel @ Bears Amsterdam

Join Singalong Sunday on June 14, 2026, from 16:00 to 01:00 at Café 't Mandje in Amsterdam. Enjoy singing along with Win de Jong and his digital accordion, featuring a mix of Dutch, English, and French songs. The event offers a lively atmosphere for music lovers to participate in a traditional singalong experience.

A weekly drag-themed bingo night at Café The Queen's Head.

A weekly bingo game event hosted at Café The Queen's Head.

A weekly free drag show happening every Thursday at Café The Queen's Head.

A Beyoncé themed party celebrating the Renaissance album.

Renaissance After Party

Photo exhibition exploring memories from Tahrir Square to Maspero.

Mapping Memories : From Tahrir to Maspero

Yara

A karaoke night where anyone can sing and have fun at Café The Queen's Head.

Join Singalong Sunday on June 21, 2026, from 16:00 to 01:00 at Café 't Mandje in Amsterdam. Enjoy singing along with Win de Jong and Suzanna as they perform a mix of Dutch, English, and French songs with a digital accordion. The event offers a lively atmosphere for music enthusiasts to participate in a traditional singalong experience.

Arts and crafts day for BPOC trans and non-binary community.

BPOC Trans & Non-Binary Arts’N’Crafts

Lukas

janeyjacke

A weekly community bingo night at Café The Queen's Head.

Queer market featuring diverse products and art.

Queer Art Fair

Selin

A weekly free drag performance event at Café The Queen's Head every Thursday evening.

A weekly drag show featuring performances, love, and glitter.

Documentary photography exhibition exploring Cova da Moura.

Cova da Moura Dexa Mundo Papia

Join Singalong Sunday on June 28, 2026, from 16:00 to 01:00 at Café 't Mandje in Amsterdam. Enjoy singing along with Suzanna as she performs a mix of Dutch, English, and French songs using her digital accordion. Experience a lively Sunday afternoon filled with music and community.

AMSTERDAM, WE ARE BACK! 🏳️✨ Op 28 juni transformeren we club NYX in één groot WHITE paradise, dus zorg dat je matcht. Val niet uit de toon, want je wilt écht stralen in de legendarische blacklight shots! 🤍 Wat kun je verwachten? ◽️ Different Areas, Different Sounds: Meerdere zalen met jouw favoriete sounds, waaronder ook weer de legendarische urban area🍑 ◽️ De Vroege Editie (18:00 - 00:00): Maximaal feesten op de perfecte tijden, zodat iedereen erbij kan zijn!

The White Editie

A party at Club NYX in Amsterdam featuring multiple music areas and a white-themed blacklight experience.

Valentine celebration with the theme ‘I Feel Love’

Apolo

OSD party - I Feel Love

A Valentine's Day celebration party with the theme "I Feel Love."

Inclusive queer drag party event in Amsterdam

World Pride Amsterdam

Sweetie Darling

A fun and inclusive queer drag party in Amsterdam.

A series of Pride celebrations and festivals including parades, parties, and cultural events across Amsterdam from July to September, featuring pride flags, performances, and community gatherings.

Amsterdam Pride Events 2026

The JANEY football tournament is now officially part of the Sport Pride World Games worldpride2026 Pride. Hundreds of girls will be on and around the field for the ultimate atmosphere. Tickets are available online for the "Fan + Afterparty".

Wartburgia

JANEY X WORLD PRIDE AMSTERDAM football tournament

A women's community football tournament with multiple teams, friendly competition, and an afterparty to celebrate.

A karaoke night where people can sing and have fun at Café The Queen's Head.

Join Singalong Sunday on July 5, 2026, at Café 't Mandje in Amsterdam from 16:00 to 01:00. Enjoy singing along to a mix of Dutch, English, and French songs performed by Suzanna with her digital accordion, creating a lively and engaging atmosphere.

Life drawing session with models at Bar Bario.

Life Drawing Together

A weekly community event where people play bingo at Café The Queen's Head.

Queer Market XXL is a pride edition event taking place on July 11, 2026, in Amsterdam. The event is described as chaotic and cozy, with free entry, and encourages attendees to block their calendars and bring friends. Specific venue details are T.B.A.

Zeedijk 20

Queer Market XXL

A weekly singalong event at Café 't Mandje where attendees can enjoy communal singing sessions.

Singalong Sunday - July 12, 2026

Join Singalong Sunday on July 12, 2026, at Café 't Mandje in Amsterdam from 16:00 to 01:00. Enjoy singing along with Suzanna as she performs a mix of Dutch, English, and French songs using a digital accordion.

Photography exhibition by Renske Diks showcasing Beirut.

Queens Of Beirut

Renske Diks

A vibrant summer celebration featuring queer joy and pop divas, with music, dance, and inclusive festivities.

Amsterdam RAI

Queer Joy & Pop Divas Summer Bash

Queer Pride Amsterdam

Enjoy a series of outdoor film screenings in the heart of Amsterdam. Bring your own blanket and snacks for a cozy movie night under the stars.

Vondelpark

Open Air Cinema Amsterdam

Special Pride edition at Houtbaar in Haarlem. It promises to be a legendary evening.

Haarlem

Haarlem Pride Special

A women-focused party event called HAARLEM PRIDE - DE JANEY at HOUTBAAR HAARLEM.

A karaoke night where people can sing and have fun with friends at Café The Queen's Head.

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ROZE ZONDAG TILBURG - DE JANEY

A girls-only dance party for women who love women with dancing, flirting, and good vibes.

Milkshake and Janey bring all the girls to the yard and we're going wild. Line-up includes Blue, Charlie, Chocolat, Cleyani, Doris Bae, Emma Champagne Queen, Jennifer Cooke, Joy Sinar, Krioro, Lotte, MC FuegomaMii, Nina Sanetti, Raphaella Brown, Rockefellababe, Shaniqua Devine, Zaya Sabrina.

Westerpark Amsterdam

Milkshake & Janey Party

A lively all-women party with performances and a lineup of diverse artists at Westerpark Amsterdam.

Join the Pride March in Amsterdam, taking place on Saturday, July 25, 2026, from 11:00 to 13:00. The march will start at 12:00 and gather at 11:00 in the city center. Participants will walk through the heart of Amsterdam, celebrating love, diversity, and inclusion, ending in Pride Park (Vondelpark). The event is part of the Pride Amsterdam festivities, with the route to be announced in spring 2026.

Queer City Guides for Amsterdam

Queer Things To Do in Amsterdam This Week (May 19–26, 2026)

Amsterdam WorldPride 2026: The Ultimate Pride Guide

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