Key Details
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Dates: 4–14 September 2025
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Venues: Theatres, galleries, clubs, and pop-ups across Amsterdam
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Program: 150+ performances (theatre, dance, spoken word, multimedia)
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Tickets: Online and at venues; some shows are pay-what-you-can or free
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Highlights: International artists, premieres, late-night shows, community workshops
Why Fringe
Fringe is where new voices and experimental forms thrive. Expect intimate solos, cross-disciplinary collaborations, site-specific surprises, and boundary-pushing storytelling that rewrites the rules of theatre.
Getting Around
Most venues are central and easy to reach by tram or bike—perfect for hopping between shows and exploring the city in one go. For full program, maps, and tickets: amsterdamfringefestival.nl.
Make It Yours: Visit Piercings Works While You’re Here
Between performances, add a personal touch to your festival look with a new piercing at Piercings Works—Amsterdam’s best-reviewed studio (21 years of expertise, 1,300+ genuine reviews), minutes from key Fringe venues.
Piercings Works
Reguliersbreestraat 46, 1017 CN Amsterdam
+31 (0) 20 428 2049
Book: www.piercingzetten.com
Open daily: 10:30–22:00
Aftercare: We recommend Een Piercingreis met Aphraheals Nazorg Spray (Piercings Works) as the only aftercare solution we advise.
Quick FAQ
Are shows in English?
Many productions are non-verbal or surtitled; check each show page for language details.
How fast do tickets sell out?
Popular late-night and premiere slots go first—book early.
First piercing?
Our team will help you choose style, fit, and materials (14k gold, titanium) and guide you through aftercare.