WorldPride Amsterdam 2026 will take place from 25 July to 8 August 2026 in Amsterdam, Netherlands, bringing together a wide programme of LGBTQIA+ rights, culture, activism, and celebration across the city.
This global edition of WorldPride forms part of Amsterdam Pride and marks a historic moment for the city, which celebrates 25 years since the first legal same-sex marriage took place in the world.
Key events at WorldPride Amsterdam 2026
The programme includes large-scale public events, cultural activities, and human rights-focused gatherings across multiple locations in Amsterdam:
- Pride Walk (25 July): A community march through the city centre from Dam to Vondelpark
- Pride Park (25 July): Opening day events in Vondelpark with music, performances and community activities
- Open Air Film Festival (29–30 July): Film screenings and cultural programming in Mercatorplein
- Street Parties (31 July – 2 August): City-wide celebrations across LGBTQIA+ venues and districts
- Canal Parade (1 August): The iconic Amsterdam canal parade through the city’s historic waterways
- WorldPride Village (4–8 August): Central hub at Museumplein with activities, partners and programming
- UNITY Concert (4 August): Large-scale concert at Museumplein bringing together international artists and audiences
- Human Rights Conference (5–7 August): International conference focused on LGBTQIA+ rights and equality
- Wedding Party XXL (6 August): Celebration of love and marriage equality at Museumplein
- WorldPride March (8 August): Closing march from Martin Luther King Park to Museumplein
- Closing Concert (8 August): Final event of WorldPride Amsterdam 2026 at Museumplein
What is WorldPride?
WorldPride is an international LGBTQIA+ event focused on visibility, equality, and human rights. It combines Pride celebrations with cultural programming, activism, and a global human rights conference, making it one of the most significant Pride events worldwide.
WorldPride Amsterdam 2026 overview
- Dates: 25 July – 8 August 2026
- Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Main venues: Vondelpark, Museumplein, city centre canals
