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Out of the city, into the woods

The Amsterdamse Bostheater is an open-air theatre, located in the middle of the woods, not too far from the Amsterdam city centre. In summer, it's the place to go for theatre performances, movie nights, and concerts. Get out of the city, and into nature! On a sultry summer evening, you can enjoy the best music or theatre performances cooled by the end of day breeze.

Have a magical experience like no other

The Amsterdamse Bostheater is an open-air theatre that boasts one of the largest stages in the Netherlands. A venue where you can enjoy countless concerts, films, theatre performances, youth performances and Bosfest, a location theatre festival for a new generation of theatre makers. Every summer, a renowned Dutch theatre company performs a major production in this beautiful setting in the Amsterdam woods. Notice the sun go down during the performance and enjoy the final scene played under a darkening – and sometimes even starry sky.

Upcoming performances

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  • Donny Benét persfoto 2025
    Concert - Music Bringing your own food/drinks not allowed Main stage Wheelchair Accessible

    Donny Benét

    The Australian musician and producer has a passion for analog synths, tight basslines, and a sound that balances somewhere between Italo disco, yacht rock, and funk.

  • The Dutch Eagles persfoto 2025
    Concert - Music Bringing your own food/drinks not allowed Main stage Wheelchair Accessible

    The Dutch Eagles

    From Hotel California to Take It Easy, from New Kid in Town to One of These Nights – The Dutch Eagles perform the entire repertoire with the same warmth and depth that make the original band so timeless.

  • Persbeeld voorstelling Willem II
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    With english subtitles on Thursdays as of June 19th

    Theater - Music Theatre Theatre Dogs on leash allowed from 12 years old Language no problem Main stage Wheelchair Accessible

    Willem II

    A royal musictheatre comedy, based on the wild and wonderous life of King Willem II.

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Information about your visit to our theatre

Are you coming to the Bostheater for a concert, to see a theatre performance or perhaps for the Bosfest theatre festival? In all cases, it’s good to be prepared. After all, the Bostheater is an open-air theatre. Plan your visit well and avoid surprises. We look forward to seeing you in the Amsterdamse Bos this summer!

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