Ten Bitcoin Amsterdam 2026 side events from November 4 to 7, with hosts, times, venues and how to get in, checked against the official Bitcoin Week listing.
Amsterdam — Bitcoin Amsterdam 2026 runs November 5 and 6 at the SugarFactory in Halfweg, about 10 km west of central Amsterdam, and the organizer's official Bitcoin Week calendar stretches the program from Wednesday, November 4 to Saturday, November 7. Most evening rooms are free but need host approval. This shortlist covers ten events with a named host and a published venue, checked against each event's own page on October 31.
At a glance
- Main event dates: November 5–6, 2026
- Venue: SugarFactory, Kristalpromenade 7, Halfweg (about 10 km west of central Amsterdam)
- Side-event week: November 4–7, 2026 (Bitcoin Week)
- How access works: each host runs its own registration. Most events below are free with host approval; Whale Pass events need the €2,199.50 Whale Pass
- Official listing: Bitcoin Week on bitcoin.amsterdam
- Conference details: our Bitcoin Amsterdam 2026 pre-event guide
- Map: Alpha GO's Bitcoin Amsterdam guide shows the week's events on a map and a day-by-day list, with times in CET
All times are CET, from each event's own page.
Before Bitcoin Amsterdam opens: November 4
BFC Symposium Amsterdam
Bitcoin for Corporations runs a full-day symposium for corporate executives, capital allocators and institutional service providers at Pakhuis de Zwijger, Piet Heinkade 179. The official listing shows 12:00 to 18:00; the registration page says doors open at 11:00, with a happy hour at 16:45. Access is by application, and the Whale Pass includes it. Register or see details
A Slice of Bitcoin Culture
An informal evening of art, pizza and beer from 17:00 to 20:00 at MINA Gallery & Cafe, Weteringschans 69, in central Amsterdam. Museum ETA's exhibition When Men & Machine is on show. Free; registration needs host approval. Register or see details
Bitcoin Amsterdam side events on day one, November 5
The Block Party
SheCrypto, Crypto Women Collective and BitcoinHer combine their networks for drinks, food and introductions from 11:00 to 13:00 at the SugarFactory. Free with host approval, and the page says registration includes a Bitcoin Amsterdam ticket, issued by name and not transferable. Register or see details
Dutch Bitcoin Embassy meetup
The Dutch Bitcoin Embassy, a community partner of the conference, hosts drinks at its stand in the SugarFactory expo hall from 16:00. It is showing its members app and a Bitcoin Amsterdam edition of its live mempool artwork. A conference ticket is required; sign up on the Embassy's page to get the stand number. Register or see details
BitDevs Amsterdam Socratic seminar
BitDevs Amsterdam runs its Socratic seminar on site at the SugarFactory, with doors at 17:00 and a prompt start at 17:30, ending at 19:30. Good for developers who prefer discussion to panels. The Meetup page says no ticket is required; RSVP there to receive the agenda. Register or see details
Satoshi Radio Meetup
The Dutch podcast Satoshi Radio holds its meetup from 18:00 to 22:00 at Café de Roemer, Botermarkt 17 in Haarlem, about 9 km from the venue, where beer can be paid for in bitcoin. Free registration with a 150-person cap; the optional buffet is €26.50 on site or €21 if booked on Meetup by November 3. Register or see details
Whale Night
The organizer's official evening for Whale Pass holders runs from 20:00 to 23:00 at the Heineken Experience. Whale Pass only; access comes with the pass.
Day two evening: November 6
BYBIT VIP After Hours
Bybit EU hosts an evening for VIPs, traders and partners from 17:00 to 22:00 in Zuidas, Amsterdam's business district. The address goes to approved guests, and the page says the event is independent of the Bitcoin Amsterdam organizer. Free, approval required, with 68 places left as of October 31. Register or see details
BAS Night
Bitcoin Art Society, together with Bitcoin Magazine, hosts an evening of art on Bitcoin from 20:00 to 23:00 at the WIHH Gallery, Reguliersdwarsstraat 73, with an introduction to Art on Bitcoin, food and music. Free; registration needs host approval. Register or see details
After the conference: November 7
Bitcoin Walk Amsterdam
A free two-hour walk through Houtrak in the Spaarnwoude recreation area, just across from the venue, on easy, flat paths. The walk page sets the meeting time at 9:45 outside the SugarFactory entrance; the official listing shows 9:30, so arrive early. Open to everyone; no badge needed. Register or see details
Whale Pass holders also have three smaller official outings: a City Walk and Talk on November 6 from 19:00 to 20:00, a bike ride through the canals on November 7 from 10:00 to 12:00 (bikes provided, meeting point to be announced, request a place), and a boat ride on November 7 from 14:00 to 15:00.
How to plan the week
For a single view of the week, Alpha GO's Bitcoin Amsterdam guide puts these events on a map by day and time. Apply now for anything marked approval, since several hosts cap numbers. The SugarFactory is in Halfweg, about 10 km west of central Amsterdam, while most evening events are in the city, Zuidas or Haarlem, so allow travel time. For the daytime program, our Bitcoin Amsterdam 2026 speakers guide lists the sessions worth protecting.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get into Bitcoin Amsterdam side events?
Register on each event's own page. Most events on the official Bitcoin Week listing are free but need host approval, so apply early. Whale Night and the Whale outings are for Whale Pass holders only. A few events, such as the Dutch Bitcoin Embassy meetup, need a conference ticket.
When are the Bitcoin Amsterdam 2026 side events?
Bitcoin Week runs from Wednesday, November 4 to Saturday, November 7, 2026. The conference itself is November 5 and 6 at the SugarFactory. The BFC Symposium opens the week on November 4, and the Bitcoin Walk and Whale Pass outings close it on November 7.
How much are Bitcoin Amsterdam 2026 tickets?
As of October 31, 2026, General Admission for both days is listed at €199.50 and the Whale Pass at €2,199.50 on bitcoin.amsterdam. The Whale Pass adds the BFC Symposium, The Deep and Whale Night. Paying in bitcoin takes 5% off, and prices rise closer to the event.
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