Culture & Museums

Parking Amsterdam Light Festival

Amsterdam Centraal, Stationsplein, 1012 AB Amsterdam, Netherlands

Amsterdam Light Festival car park

From 27 November 2025 to 18 January 2026, the Dutch capital once again comes alive during the Amsterdam Light Festival. During the fourteenth edition, you can admire dozens of light artworks set against the atmospheric, wintery canals of Amsterdam. Artists from the Netherlands and abroad present their creations along a unique route through the city. The route can be experienced on foot, by bike or from the water, making a visit to the Amsterdam Light Festival an unforgettable experience. Want to enjoy the festival without any parking worries? Choose one of Interparking’s car parks in Amsterdam. By pre-booking your parking space online, you are guaranteed a spot and benefit from attractive rates. With multiple car parks located throughout the city, Interparking ensures you can always park close to the walking or boating route of the festival.

Parking at Amsterdam Light Festival

Looking for a place to park near the Amsterdam Light Festival? With Interparking, you can park easily and affordably in the city. Whether you choose Day Parking to explore Amsterdam throughout the day or Evening Parking if you’re visiting the light art route only, booking a parking space online in advance always gives you a better rate and guarantees a parking spot.

How to get from the car park to the Amsterdam Light Festival

Depending on the car park you choose, the festival is easy to reach on foot or by public transport. Many Interparking car parks are within walking distance of the city centre or near hubs like Amsterdam Central Station, making it quick and easy to get to the walking and canal routes.

Pre-book your parking space for Amsterdam Light Festival

For a visit to the Amsterdam Light Festival, Evening Parking is often the best option, as the artworks are at their most spectacular after dark. Arriving earlier and planning to combine your visit with a day in Amsterdam? Then a day product is the smarter choice, allowing you to park all day at a reduced rate. By pre-booking online you save up to 50% on parking costs, are guaranteed a parking space in Amsterdam and avoid queues at the payment machine! Pre-book your parking space in Amsterdam here.

What to expect from the Amsterdam Light Festival

During its fourteenth edition, the Amsterdam Light Festival turns the city into an open-air museum of light art. The route takes you along, over, and through the iconic canals. This year’s theme focuses on Legacy: questions such as how do we want to be remembered?, what do we pass on to the next generations?, and how do we see the future? are at the heart of the festival. With artworks reflecting on the theme Legacy, the festival offers a unique experience for both young and old. Combine your visit with a canal cruise, a winter walk, or a bike ride and discover Amsterdam in an entirely new way. For more information about the programme and tickets, visit the official Amsterdam Light Festival website.

Frequently Asked Questions about parking at the Amsterdam Light Festival

What is the best car park during the Amsterdam Light Festival?

Interparking offers several car parks in central Amsterdam. By pre-booking, you are guaranteed a space close to the festival route.

Can I pre-book my parking space for the Amsterdam Light Festival?

Yes, through Interparking you can easily pre-book your parking space and head to the festival worry-free.

Where can I find cheap parking for the Amsterdam Light Festival?

By pre-booking online you can save up to 50% on parking costs.

Are charging stations available at the car parks?

Yes, many Interparking car parks in Amsterdam are equipped with charging points for electric vehicles. Check the find a parking page for up-to-date information.