It’s almost time! The Amsterdam Westerpark will come to life during the long-awaited Weekend of the Rollende Keukens, celebrating its sixteenth edition this year. From Wednesday, May 8th to Sunday, May 12th, the park will be transformed into one big open-air restaurant, packed with tasty surprises from over 100 kitchens, featuring both local and international chefs.
What’s happening at the Rollende Keukens?
Since 2008, access to this food paradise has been free, and every day from 1:00 PM to 11:00 PM, you can indulge in all the delicious offerings served. From pizzas to fresh soups, from refined fish dishes to delicious smoothies, the rollende keukens offer something for everyone. And as if that’s not enough, you can also enjoy live music and other fun activities under the radiant sun or the sparkling starry sky.
The venue will be bustling with activity, featuring colorful bars where you can only pay with a card (so no hassle with coins!) and where you can keep your glass as a souvenir. And to top it all off, the lively circus tent La Pilseria returns, offering a variety of treats such as Catalan bubbles, Spanish snacks, and Limburg beers, served at long tables for a cozy gathering.
For those in need of practical information, the event takes place in the Westerpark, next to the historic Westergasfabriek. It’s easiest to reach by foot or bike, but there are also plenty of public transport options, such as bus 22 from Sloterdijk, bus 21 from Amsterdam Centraal, or tram 5.
Dates and Times
Wednesday, May 8th: 1:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Thursday, May 9th: 1:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Friday, May 10th: 1:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Saturday, May 11th: 1:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Sunday, May 12th: 1:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Origin of the Rollende Keukens
The origin of the Rollende Keukens is as charming as the event itself. In 2008, neighbors Koen and Igor organized a neighborhood party in the Westerpark, complete with historic kitchen wagons, a Ferris wheel, a movie screen, and a campfire. Fifteen years later, it has grown into a beloved festival that attracts people from all over Amsterdam and beyond. And it all started with a simple idea from two neighbors.
So, if you don’t have plans for Ascension weekend yet in Amsterdam, now you know where to go. The Weekend of the Rollende Keukens promises to be a celebration full of delicious food, fun, and unforgettable moments.