FAQ
What does an evening at Motie at Night look like?
Come from 19:00 for food, wine and time with friends in Amsterdam’s City Hall. A different music host and guest kitchen join us each evening.
Explore Helios by Heleen Blanken and Daniel de Bruin, and Spomyny and Sensitive Guidelines by Sophia Bulgakova. Nxt Museum is our exclusive curatorial partner for the art programme.
Stay for the DJ sets until 01:00. Arno Schuitemaker presents live dance on Friday and Saturday.
For a Helios Concert from 20:00–21:00, choose Motie at Night + Concert: Young Marco ft. Jonny Nash on Thursday, Oceanic on Friday or Gizem Öz on Saturday.
A concert ticket includes the full Motie at Night evening. Arrive before 20:00 for the concert. Food and drinks are purchased separately.
What makes each evening different?
Thursday 22 October: MOOD hosts the music.
Friday 23 October: PEEL Collective hosts the music, with live dance by Arno Schuitemaker.
Saturday 24 October: Pintai hosts the music, with live dance by Arno Schuitemaker.
The art installations and food and wine partners are present every evening. A different guest kitchen joins us each night; restaurant names will be announced.
Which ticket should I choose?
Motie at Night gives you access to an evening of music, art, the food area and scheduled dance performances. The live Helios concert is not included.
Motie at Night + Concert also includes that evening’s live Helios concert: Young Marco ft. Jonny Nash on Thursday, Oceanic on Friday or Gizem Öz on Saturday.
The All Access Pass includes all three evenings and all three Helios concerts.
Can I visit Motie without a concert ticket?
Yes. A Motie at Night ticket gives you access to the wider programme. Only the live Helios concert requires a + Concert ticket or an All Access Pass.
Are food and drinks included in my ticket?
Your ticket includes access to the food area. Food and drinks are purchased separately, including with Motie at Night + Concert and the All Access Pass.
When does Motie take place?
Motie takes place on 22, 23 and 24 October 2026, from 19:00 to 01:00 each evening.
What time are the concerts?
All three Helios concerts run from 20:00 to 21:00.
- Thursday 22 October: Young Marco live ft. Jonny Nash
- Friday 23 October: Oceanic live
- Saturday 24 October: Gizem Öz live
We recommend arriving well before 20:00 to allow time for entry and finding your way to the concert.
Can I leave and come back later?
No. Re-entry is not permitted. Once you leave the event, you cannot enter again with the same ticket.
Is there a minimum age?
Yes. Motie is an 18+ event.
Where does Motie take place?
You’ll find Motie in the Stopera’s glass-roofed passage at Amstel 1, Amsterdam.
How do I get there?
Public transport: travel to Waterlooplein metro station, a short walk from the Stopera. Check 9292 for your route and last connections home.
By bike: use the designated bicycle parking around the building and keep entrances clear.
By car: nearby options include P-Stadhuis / Nationale Opera & Ballet and Q-Park Waterlooplein. Allow extra travel time during ADE and check parking availability before leaving.
Will there be lockers?
Yes. Small and medium lockers will be available for your belongings.
How do tickets for the Living Room Session work?
The Living Room Session with Shaquille Joy and Tamara Shogaolu takes place on Thursday 22 October in Studio Boekman and is ticketed separately through Dutch National Opera & Ballet.
It is not included in Motie at Night, Motie at Night + Concert or the All Access Pass.