Are you a dancing cosmopolitan of the trendy kind? Then the Northern bank of the NDSM shipyard is your kind of place in those nightly hours. More into bars and cafes? Fear not: there’s plenty of classic brown cafes, serving proper fists of beer until early morning.
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NDSM Wharf
Due to the area’s liberty, the raw vibe and ease of access from the city centre, this former shipyard has grown to be a melting pot for creativity and therefore the perfect location for parties and...
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De Bunker
An unoccupied dugout in which secret techno and reggae parties are organized on a regular basis. There’s no website, so some googling is required to unravel new party dates. You’ll find the Bunker in...
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Stichting Andishe
This Iranian foundation organizes lively dance parties on several locations in Noord. Think Iranian female dancers, plumage headdresses, Michael Jackson impersonations, live music and loads of food.
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Distelweg 113
This former nitrous oxide plant is now a legalized squat. The group of artists that live here since 2007, regularly open their doors to the public. Outsiders are welcome to exhibit their work here
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Singer's Karaoke Bar
An American karaokebar on Amsterdam soil. During the weeekends everybody is invited to loudly sing along with 99 luftballons and MC Hammer. There is some consolation for the audience too. Food and...
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Cafe Mazazik
Comfortable shisha lounge with an Egyptian owner. Besides smoking shisha, this place offers snacks, drinks and complete meals.
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Skatepark Amsterdam
This great indoor skate park is situated inside an NSDM shed. The ramps are altered regularly. Each last Friday of the month (21:00 onwards) it’s skate night, with music, a 'best trick' contest and...
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De Valk
This youth centre offers Noord youngsters the possibility to develop their talents. The kids often perform with their bands (in all different genres) on a small stage at the venue. There’s no website...
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Tolhuistuin
If all goes according to plan, the Tolhuistuin should be up and running as a proper cultural venue by spring 2011.
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Noorderlicht
regular prices, vegetarian, dogs allowed, wifi, child friendly
Along the banks of the IJ is a sort of hangar-like greenhouse. It is the café and restaurant Noorderlicht. This is where the creative Noord people drink, dine and dance. Noorderlicht has the feeling...