Amsterdam Concerts: Rock and Metal schedule 2025-2026

Want to know who’s playing in Amsterdam? We’ve put together a schedule of the city’s top rock concerts and music festivals so you can plan ahead.

Our Amsterdam concerts calendar is organized by month, making it easy for you to access both international and local shows happening in the city.

After choosing which concert to attend, take advantage of the opportunity to plan your musical journey or outing with the Travel 2 Concert Amsterdam Rock Guide. It includes record and instrument stores, comprehensive info on concert venues, significant places in the history of rock and heavy metal, and even rock bars.

UPCOMING ROCK CONCERTS IN AMSTERDAM

Learn more about the venues

Curious about the concert venues, tips for picking the best seat, or nearby hotels to stay at on show day? Check out our special pages:

• Ziggo Dome
• AFAS Live
• Paradiso
• Melkweg Amsterdam

Rock Route in Amsterdam, Netherlands

Amsterdam is a must-visit destination for rock enthusiasts. The city boasts significant live music venues like Paradiso and Melkweg, which regularly host both local and international bands, contributing to Amsterdam’s vibrant rock scene.

If you have extra time while in the city, consider embarking on a rock-themed tour. Two standout bars for any rock or metal fan are: Hard Rock Cafe Amsterdam, opened in 1999 and located near the Rijksmuseum, this spot offers a classic Hard Rock experience, and BR-020, owned by Paulo Xisto, bassist of the Brazilian heavy metal band Sepultura.

For collectors of vinyl records and music enthusiasts, Amsterdam offers great spots to explore: Waxwell Records – A cozy shop for vinyl lovers, specializing in a range of genres. And Concerto – The largest record store in the Netherlands, with a long history of serving music fans since 1955. 

To plan your rock-inspired trip to Amsterdam (or other cities and countries worldwide), check out all the guides we’ve published on Travel 2 Concert!