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.
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.
With english subtitles on Thursdays as of June 19th
from 12 years old
Language no problem
Main stage
Wheelchair Accessible
A royal musictheatre comedy, based on the wild and wonderous life of King Willem II.
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Main stage
Wheelchair Accessible
On Friday, May 16, the seven-piece band Jungle By Night will bring an explosive mix of synthesizers, drums, bass, guitar and percussion to the forest.
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Last year they played at the world's largest stages and festivals. This year, on May 18 2025, the band will play in our intimate forest!
Main stage
Wheelchair Accessible
After a successful first series of concerts in 2024, Rumors ATL - A Fleetwood Mac Tribute band returns to the forest!
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!
