Muziekgebouw aan ‘t IJ
The Muziekgebouw is an iconic concert hall on the IJ River in Amsterdam, equipped with modern AV technology and flexible spaces. The Grote Zaal is a versatile auditorium with movable floors, chairs and walls, allowing quick transformations for different events. The Entreehal, with its immense glass façade, offers great panoramic views over the river and serves as a reception, catering and branding area.
Ideal for
- Conferences and congresses
- Concerts and live performances
- Brand events
- Award ceremonies and galas
- Multi-format events
Facilities
Every detail is taken care of, from technology and catering to the team on the floor, so you can focus on your guests.
Technical specifications
A contemporary concert hall in Amsterdam, opened in 2005, made up of several versatile spaces.
Wi-Fi
Free, personalized Wi-Fi throughout the building, with in-house support for hybrid/livestreamed events.
On-site team
Own in-house technicians (lighting, sound, video) who staff events, so you’re not required to bring outside technical crew.
Catering
Dudok aan ‘t IJ is the exclusive in-house/dedicated caterer, offering international catering from luxury sandwiches to food stations and sit-down dinners.
Flexible spaces with views over the IJ
The Kleine Zaal and Foyerdeck 3 are ideal for groups up to 120 guests, with stunning views of the river IJ. The glass wall between the two rooms can be opened to create one large space. The Atrium is a bright, open area with a terrace and views over the river. It’s a perfect area for expo stands and breakout sessions. The adjacent Atriumzaal can also be used as a breakout room.
Find the space that fits your event
Every room has its own character and capacity. Compare the setups below to find the right fit.
| Room | Theatre | Concert | Dinner | U shape | Carré | Boardroom | Classroom | Cabaret | Cocktail | Walking dinner | Height, m | Size, m2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grote Zaal | 709 | – | 400 | – | 709 | – | 200 | 280 | 900 | 750 | 10 | 600 |
| Kleine Zaal | 120 | – | 110 | 38 | 80 | 50 | 50 | 65 | 150 | 120 | 5,6 | 144 |
| Kleine Zaal + Foyerdeck 3 | 140 | – | 150 | 38 | – | – | 50 | 65 | 200 | 170 | 7,5 | 250 |
| Foyerdeck 1 | 100 | – | 135 | 18 | 20 | 20 | 60 | – | 200 | 200 | 17 | 190 |
| Foyerdeck 2 | – | – | 60 | – | – | – | – | – | 80 | 50 | 2,7 | 140 |
| Foyerdeck 3 | – | – | 110 | – | – | – | 20 | – | 100 | 100 | 9,5 | 120 |
| Atrium | 120 | – | 250 | – | – | – | – | – | 400 | 400 | 12 | 500 |
| Atriumzaal | 91 | – | 50 | 22 | – | 18 | 56 | 48 | 100 | 100 | 3 | 132 |
| Atriumkamer | – | – | – | – | – | 18 | – | – | 20 | – | 3 | 21 |
Entreehal | – | – | 60 | – | – | – | – | – | 725 | 400 | 22 | 410 |
Studio 1 | 50 | – | 50 | 36 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 8 | 165 |
Studio 2 | 36 | – | 25 | 32 | 20 | 36 | 18 | 40 | 50 | 25 | 4 | 75 |
Studio 3 | 20 | – | 20 | – | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 20 | 20 | 4 | 78 |
| Terras | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | 350 | – | 300 |
Looking for the full picture?
Download our brochure for detailed capacity charts of every venue, plus floor plans and technical specs.
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Host your meeting, conference or event at an inspiring waterfront location with character, flexible for any vision, intimate to large-scale.
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Location
Piet Heinkade 11, 1019 BR
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Easy to reach,
impossible to forget
ijVENUES is just a 20-minute drive from Schiphol Airport and easily accessible by train, car, boat or bus. With plenty of private parking and the only conference centre in the Netherlands where you can dock a large ship, getting here is half the experience.
