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  • Salil Padmanabh

    At the InterNations events here in Amsterdam, I've come to know so many friendly expats. Both Indians and expatriates from other countries.

InterNations — A Community for American Expats in Amsterdam

Hello to all Americans in Amsterdam! Are you interested in getting to know fellow expats in Amsterdam? Looking for advice from other Americans, e.g. wondering if there are any bars in Amsterdam which will be showing your favorite baseball or American football team’s upcoming match or where to go in town for st■ turkey?

Although Amsterdam has lots to offer, you might be wondering where and how you can meet other Americans in the city. Luckily, InterNations is here to make this easier for you! You’re warmly invited to join the InterNations community. Within our international network in Amsterdam, there’s a vibrant circle of American expats from all regions of USA, including New York City, Los Angeles, and beyond.

An amazing community is waiting for you!

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Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Connect at Our Events in Amsterdam

Attend our monthly events and join various interest-based groups to get to know like-minded expats and fellow Americans in Amsterdam. From sailing to spirituality, there is sure to be something for everyone! In most communities, there are also monthly Newcomers’ Events especially for those who have recently joined the American community in Amsterdam. Take this chance to mingle and meet other expats and global minds in Amsterdam.

Jul 27, 2024, 2:00 PM
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Jul 27, 2024, 7:00 PM
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Join us for a drink and some games :) Games are €6 per person. We can play as many as we like.
Jul 27, 2024, 9:00 PM
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Dear InterNations, Top musicians at the legendary jazz venue in Amsterdam. Drop by to enjoy Beka Gochiashvili with the Omer Govreen Quartet.
Jul 30, 2024, 7:30 PM
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    From United States of America, living in Amsterdam
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    From United States of America, living in Amsterdam
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    From United States of America, living in Amsterdam
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    From United States of America, living in Amsterdam
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    From United States of America, living in Amsterdam

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Find People Who Share Your Passions

Known as the “Venice of the North” due to its number of canals, Amsterdam can be a great place for expats, especially with the InterNations community helping you to make the most of your experience!

Do you want to continue with your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living in Amsterdam? There’s a variety of InterNations Groups you can join, including everything from sightseeing to hiking. These are run by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month, such as dinners in Amsterdam’s finest restaurants or outings with other expats to explore all that the Dutch capital has to offer, from the Rijksmuseum, the largest and most prestigious museum for art and history in the Netherlands, to the Rembrandt House, where the artist Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn and his wife used to live, and much more.

Find other Americans to share your hobbies with

Enjoy the International Experience with InterNations

  • Browse our network of members to get to know American expats in Amsterdam and connect with others.
  • Take part in our expat forums to get firsthand tips and information from fellow Americans in Amsterdam.
  • Meet other American expats and global minds at 600 monthly official events and share your interests at more than 4,600 monthly activities in Amsterdam and across the globe.

InterNations provides an easy, casual way to get to know expats from the USA and further afield in your local community. Sound good? Then let us welcome you into our Amsterdam Community today!

Mix and Mingle with Americans in Amsterdam at Our Events

Our Amsterdam community is also lively and welcoming offline. The InterNations Ambassadors host regular get-togethers and a range of expat activities, e.g. a chic dining experience in Amsterdam’s trendiest restaurant or a get-away with fellow American expats to discover the linguistically unique province of Friesland. These activities make it easy for you to get to know other expats from the United States of America in your local community and meet Americans in the Netherlands in a comfortable setting. If this sounds interesting to you, simply sign up for membership – we are looking forward to welcoming you among our Americans living in Amsterdam!

  • Salil Padmanabh

    At the InterNations events here in Amsterdam, I've come to know so many friendly expats. Both Indians and expatriates from other countries.

  • Isabella Martinez

    For my little daughter I've been looking for a good language teacher who also speaks Spanish. I've finally found him on InterNations.

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