This Saturday (June 21), Amsterdam’s celebrating its 750th birthday in style, with a massive city-wide party that transforms the A10 highway into a 15-kilometre-long festival. 🎉
Dubbed “Op de Ring” (“On the Ring”), the festival will be divided into three zones, each offering a unique slice of the action.
Want to know what’s on the agenda? Read on! 👇
Music, food, drinks, and more!
From beer-tasting (hoi, Heineken!), a packed playlist full of house music, and a highway rave, there are loads of events to get you moving and grooving.
For those who prefer something a bit more laid-back, Op de Ring’s even got a snazzy fashion show and a green oasis for you to take a relaxing forest stroll.
Feeling extra sentimental? Great news: you can even get married on the A10 ring! 👰🏻
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From beats to bites, it’s got all the ingredients for what might just be the best party Amsterdam has seen all year.
Will I need a ticket?
With the A10 divided into three separate zones, whether you need a ticket will depend on which zone you wish to visit.
- Zone West is ticketed,
- Zone South is also ticketed,
- but entrance to Zone East is the best price there is: gratis (free)!
Good to know: While tickets are currently sold out for zones west and south, keep checking the official website, as more tickets may become available closer to the event.
And if you think you’re feeling left out, don’t worry. Op de Ring has it covered, in true Dutch style!
There’ll be an official afterparty, with music, drinks, and dancing at 24 bars and clubs across the city. 🪩
Best ways to reach the ring
Heads up, party people, the best way to get to the ring is on two wheels or your own two feet!
Public transport is going to be packed, so skip the stress and pedal your way in. There’ll be plenty of extra bike parking at the entrances, but don’t be surprised if there’s a bit of a wait; queues could last up to an hour, so bring your patience (and maybe a snack).
And don’t forget the summer survival kit: loads of water, a generous splash of sunscreen, and comfy clothes. That blacktop gets hot, and we want you dancing, not melting.
Will you be there to run, stroll, or just snack your way through? Let us know in the comments!
