events


Soirée Ciné #3

Soirée Ciné #3

Discover the suspense of Dossier 137, a gripping story that follows the investigation of a classified case where buried secrets, hidden alliances, and unexpected twists slowly reveal a dangerous truth.
Discount code for AFA members!
When: Monday, March 2nd at 6:30pm
Where: Het Ketelhuis Amsterdam


PA'DAM Festival

PA'DAM Festival

Be part of the 4th edition of Alliance Française Amsterdam’s PA’DAM Festival, a dynamic multidisciplinary festival brought to life with key partners throughout Amsterdam!
More information on the programme soon.


Kid's workshop

Kid's workshop

For one afternoon, your children will become world explorers, discovering the French language and the richness of the Francophone world from Canada to the Caribbean and Africa.
When: Friday, March 20th from 3:30pm to 4:45pm
Where: Oba Oosterdok


Journée Portes Ouvertes

Journée Portes Ouvertes

Come and learn more about our French courses and cultural activities during our Open Days!
When: Friday 20 March, from 5pm to 7pm
Where: Oba Oosterdok


Rencontre avec Emma Doude Van Troostwijk

Rencontre avec Emma Doude Van Troostwijk

Come and enjoy an exceptional evening in the company of author Emma Doude. She will talk about her first novel and will be accompanied by the French musician Jean Calmiche.
When:
Monday, March 23rd from 8pm to 9:30pm
Where: De Waalse Kerk (Walenpleintje 159, 1012 JZ Amsterdam)


Apéro-dégustation #1

Apéro-dégustation #1

To celebrate our new partnership with Maison Champenoise, join us for a French apéro and tasting! On the agenda: a tasting of French savory pies from the Champagne region, a glass of Champagne & an hour of friendly conversation in French.
When:
Thursday, March 26th, from 7pm to 8pm
Where: Maison Champenoise (Tweede Hugo de Grootstraat 12, 1052 LC Amsterdam)


La Pause Café de mars

La Pause Café de mars

Come and enjoy a coffee break to speak French with other lovers of Molière's language!
When: Friday, March 27th, 10h-11h
Where: Oba Café


Cercle de lecture #5

Cercle de lecture #5

Join our next book club! This month, we are celebrating French Language Month by spotlighting a French-language book: “Ce que je sais de toi” by E. Chacour (Prix des Cinq Contents 2024)
When:
Monday 30 March from 5.30pm to 7pm
Where: Athenaeum Bookshop Spui


Soirée Kino-Fil #22

Soirée Kino-Fil #22

Step into rural France with La Ferme des Bertrand, a heartfelt look at generations of farmers and their enduring connection to the land. This film won the César of the Best documentary in 2025.
When: Tuesday, April 28th at 6:30pm
Where: Goethe-Institut




PAUSE CAFé

Once a month,  francophiles of all horizons meet to chat in French around coffee or tea

At OBA Café at OBA Oosterdok

APÉRO CONVERSATION

Fancy a drink? Meet us once a month at a bar for a lively conversation in French

Location changes regularly

Cercle de lecture

Every two months, read a new book from a French-speaking author and join the circle to share your thoughts

At Athenaeum Boekhandel Spui

Soirée ciné

Missing out on the latest French movies? Enjoy films premieres in the heart of Amsterdam

At Het Ketelhuis Amsterdam

Kino-fil

Once a month, discover a French or a German awarded movie in a friendly atmosphere. Followed by a drink 

At the Goethe-Institute Amsterdam

guided tours

Every now and then a guided tour of an exhibition is organised with a French-speaking guide

In Amsterdam's museums

PA'Dam

A francophone festival, a Dutch adventure! Each year during the international francophone month in March, AFA organises a set of events to celebrate the French language and its cultures.

See program

Special events

Along with the international and local cultural events, AFA organises occasional events throughout the year.

Stay tuned! 

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