Amsterdam Light Festival Route 2026-2027

Edition 14 of the Amsterdam Light Festival has come to a successful close. We would like to warmly thank all visitors for attending and for their enthusiasm.

We look forward to welcoming you back for Edition 15, which starts at the end of November. Keep an eye on our website and social media channels for the latest news and updates about the next edition.

Amsterdam Light festival Map

Looking for Cruise Tickets?

For the best Amsterdam Light Festival experience, book one our Amsterdam Light Festival Canal Cruises and relax on a heated boat or cozy up with a blanket and see the lights even closer on our smaller Amsterdam Light Festival Open Boat Tours.

Festival Cruise dates 2026-2027

• Dates: Novemebr 2026 to January 2027 (The exact dates have not yet been announced)
• Duration: 53 days
• Time: 4.30pm - 10pm
• Please note: from Thursday to Saturday the lights stay on until 11pm.
• On New Years Eve our last departure is at 5:15pm to make room for the fireworks display

Stromma festival cruises departure point

Our Amsterdam Light Festival boat tour departs from Damrak Pier 4 and will sail through the official Amsterdam Light Festival route. You will recognize Stromma’s jetties by the yellow and white colored signs.

How to get there:

• From Central station: A 2-minute walk from the main entrance of the station towards Dam Square
• From Dam Square: A 4-minute walk from the middle of the Square towards Central Station.
• Several trams pass our jetties, such as tram number 2, 4, 12, and 17.

Route 2026-2027

The route has not yet been announced.