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Rapido King’s Edition
One of Amsterdam’s most famous gay dance parties, RAPIDO hosts one of its biggest events of the year to keep the King’s Day celebrations going well into the weekend. People come from all over Europe to see some of the hottest DJs playing house and techno, dancers strutting their stuff into the early hours, and to meet like-minded people looking for a good time. RAPIDO parties often sell out, so get your ticket early. 29 APRIL, PARADISO
Pathé Gay Night
(Z)onderbroek
Drop all your pretences and take off your trousers to dance at Club Church in Amsterdam. The only rule is it’s underwear or nothing, which means briefs and jocks, swim briefs, boxers, sports shorts or nude. No swim shorts. EVERY FRIDAY AND FIRST SATURDAY OF THE MONTH, CLUB CHURCH
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GETTO GLAM VARIETY SHOW The legendary (and free) Getto Glam Variety Show features songs, interpretive dance, the most fabulous games of bingo you’ve ever experienced and interactive napkin tossing (don’t ask). All hosted by the amazing Erin Amazia Tasmania, Didi Licious and Victoria False. EVERY THURSDAY, GETTO
The first Wednesday of every month, Pathé De Munt screens a special gay movie. Arrive half an hour before the film starts to enjoy a drink at the reception. There’s also a chance to win DVD packages. Check the Pathé website for more information. 7 MARCH, 4 APRIL & 2 MAY, PATHÉ DE MUNT
RuPaul’s Drag Race: Werq The World Tour 2018
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our favourite drag stars return with a fierce new show for 2018. As part of the RuPaul’s Drag Race World Tour, this “Werq The World” night sees celebrity judge Michelle Visage cast her eye over performances by Kim Chi, Latrice Royale, Violet Chachki, Valentina and a surprise guest. Expect incredible costumes and fabulous songs. VIP ticket holders can attend a private meet and mingle with the queens before the show.
25 MAY, AMSTERDAM THEATER
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KING’S NIGHT @ HOMOMONUMENT Amsterdam’s famous Homomonument isn’t just a memorial; it also hosts a fabulous free party for the typically Dutch celebration of King’s Night. Come dance to great music from some of Amsterdam’s finest DJs, including Mairo Nawaz, Rob Manga and Carlos Valdes. 26 APRIL, WESTERMARKT
IAMSTERDAM MAGAZINE
tulpomania haarlem
22 March to 13 May
Book your package at Haarlem.nl
MELLOW MONDAY Recharge after a hectic weekend by getting pampered on Mellow Monday. This weekly event is the perfect way to relax and recuperate, featuring free foot and shoulder massages, dry and steam saunas, juices and smoothies, snacks and scrubs. EVERY MONDAY, SAUNA NZ