Name: Bar Buka
Address: Albert Cuypstraat 124, 1072 EA Amsterdam, Netherlands
Telephone: 020 341 9460
Rating: 4.8

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A lively karaoke event encouraging participants to sing loudly, proudly, or cheer from the bar. The event promises a busy and fun atmosphere with opportunities to perform at the mic.

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Experience a fun speed dating event at Bar Buka.

Speed Dating Night

Join us for a singles night to meet new people and mingle.

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Join us for our monthly karaoke evening at Bar Buka.

Karaoke Night

A series of social and entertainment events including karaoke nights, themed parties, and community gatherings at Bar Buka in Amsterdam.

Upcoming Events at Bar Buka Amsterdam

Bar Buka Amsterdam

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Bar Buka is highly praised for its friendly atmosphere, inclusive environment, and good selection of cocktails at reasonable prices. Visitors appreciate the relaxed vibe, gender-neutral facilities, and the opportunity to watch sports or enjoy a casual hangout with friends. Overall, it is considered a welcoming and enjoyable spot in Amsterdam.

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.

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Past events (last 90 days)

January 2026

Drag Queen Performance Night

Nightlife Celebration in Amsterdam

Karaoke night

Nightlife in Amsterdam

RYANN's Short Live Performance at QueerHub

Drag Queen Show Night

February 2026

We Are Queer

Karaoke night

Karaoke night

DJ Set at Club Amsterdam

Bar Night Special

Nightlife Party at Club XYZ

March 2026

Drag Queen Show Amsterdam

Drag Queen Show Amsterdam

Stephen & Penelope Craft Fair

Speed Dating Night

Singles Night

Kinky Women Munch

April 2026

Karaoke Night

Upcoming Events at Bar Buka Amsterdam

Cafe Zilver Gathering

Queer BIPOC Kink Munch

Bar Buka Amsterdam

Karaoke Night

Lellebel Tattoo Convention 2026

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