As WorldPride 2026 enters its final, climactic weekend, the heart of Amsterdam will transform into a sprawling celebration with a series of official street parties. From Friday, July 31 to Sunday, August 2, key locations across the city center will host outdoor stages and gatherings, marking the culmination of the global event.
The parties, organized in collaboration with the city's vibrant LGBTI+ hospitality sector, are a cornerstone of the Pride weekend, offering free and accessible spaces for the community and its allies to gather. The events will span from historic queer hubs like the Reguliersdwarsstraat to major public squares such as the Dam.
Event Schedule & Locations
The main street parties are scheduled for Friday and Saturday, with a closing event on the Dam on Sunday. Here is a breakdown of the planned locations and times.
Friday, 31 July 2026 (16:00 – 24:00)
- Dam (Main Stage): The central hub of the celebrations.
- Spuistraat: Hosted by Bar Prik.
- Beursplein: Designated as the Fetish party area.
- Zeedijk: A historic street in the heart of the city.
- Stoperaplein: The location for the women’s party.
- Reguliersdwarsstraat: Amsterdam's most famous queer street.
- Marnixstraat: Hosted by Waterkant.
- Bridge 34: Hosted by Nate.
- Westermarkt: At the iconic Homomonument.
Saturday, 1 August 2026 (15:00 – 24:00)
Most locations from Friday will continue the celebration, starting an hour earlier. An additional party is also scheduled:
- All Friday locations will be active.
- Elandsstraat (New): Hosted by Café Saarein in the Jordaan district.
Sunday, 2 August 2026 (14:00 – 23:00)
The festivities conclude with a final gathering on the main stage:
- Dam (Main Stage): Closing day event.
