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Amsterdam Kings Day Boat Party 2025

Special event
Join the biggest and craziest party of the year, KING’S DAY on the 26th of April 2025! Come see the best festival in Amsterdam with our King’s Day Boat Party. Join a shared boat party or book your own private boat.
3 Hours
Shared or Private Party Boat
Unlimited Drinks
From
€140
€120
per person

Join the #1 Amsterdam Kings Day Boat Party in 2025

Every year the city of Amsterdam goes crazy on King’s Day! This public holiday, celebrating the King’s Birthday, is a day filled with fun, drinks, dancing, and hopefully some sunshine. All around the Netherlands people celebrate with markets and street parties, but Amsterdam is really the place to be! This city knows how to party and King’s Day is no exception. The whole city is filled with people enjoying the festival and of course wearing orange! While the whole city is filled with people enjoying the festival, the real magic of Kingsday happens on the water! Our exclusive 3-hour Kingsday boat party cruise with Starboard lets you experience this iconic Dutch celebration from the perfect vantage point. You’ll cruise through Amsterdam’s historic canals, surrounded by orange decorations and fellow party boats, all while enjoying unlimited drinks in the ultimate festive atmosphere!

Due to high demand, we advice you to book in advance

Why Starboard is the perfect partner

3 simple steps

1.

Choose your experience

Decide if you want to join the Shared or Private Amsterdam Kings Day Boat Party.

2.

Get in touch with us

Send us a message or give us a call to check availability and share your preferences.

3.

Confirm your booking

Book now for an unforgettable Kingsday on the water! We’ll guide you through the process with personal attention and you don't have to worry about anything!

4.

Have fun!

Why Starboard is perfect for you

Cancellation Policy

Due to exceptionally high demand for this unique event, we operate with a no-refund policy for Kingsday bookings. We encourage you to plan accordingly, as these cruises fill quickly and are highly anticipated. When you secure your spot on our Amsterdam Kings Day Boat Party experience, you’re guaranteeing yourself a memorable celebration on Amsterdam’s vibrant waterways during this festive Dutch holiday.

#Starboard team

Meet the team!

Meet the passionate individuals behind Starboard Boats Amsterdam, a dedicated team of canal enthusiasts and hospitality experts committed to transforming your Amsterdam experience from ordinary to extraordinary with every cruise.

We're hiring!

Interested in joining our team? Have a look at our open positions!

Ashley
Jacobs
Sales & Operations Coordinator
Rahul
Wadhwa
General Manager
Marie
Fleiter
Duty Manager & Hostess
Sander
de Wijs
Skipper & Maintenance Coordinator
Tolga
Turut
Head of Finance
Juraj
Batosta
Duty Manager
Dasha
Suvorova
Operational Supervisor
Dean
Graubard
Host
Rutger
Buhrs
Skipper
Ravinder
Singh
Head of Runners
Timo
Haaker
Head of Marketing & Co-Founder
Guy
Kuttner
Director & Co-Founder
This is just
the beginning
More than 80 people make up our amazing crew – and every one plays a crucial part.
Starboard Boats Amsterdam

Contact information

For any questions feel free to reach out to us

sail@starboardboats.nl

+ 31 6 19909425

Herengracht 564 1017 CH Amsterdam

Amstel 178
1017 AE Amsterdam

Oudezijds Voorburgwal 230
1012 GJ Amsterdam

Join the Amsterdam Kings Day Boat Party in 2025

The biggest and craziest party of the year, it’s KING’S DAY! Come see the best festival in Amsterdam with a King’s Day Boat Party.

Every year the city of Amsterdam goes crazy on King’s Day! This public holiday, celebrating the King’s Birthday, is a day filled with fun, drinks, dancing, and hopefully some sunshine. All around the Netherlands people celebrate with markets and street parties, but Amsterdam is really the place to be! This city knows how to party and King’s Day is no exception. The whole city is filled with people enjoying the festival and of course wearing orange!

On April 26th, Amsterdam will celebrate King’s Day. It is a celebration of the Dutch Royal family and is now world-famous as one of the greatest events in Europe.I am looking forward to hearing from you about which time slot would suit you best. Combining the two-time slots and having a 6-hour cruise is possible as well.

For this day, special 3-hour packages and cruises are available for specific time slots. The time slots available are at 11:30, 12:00, 15:00 and 15:30.

Starboard Shared King’s Day Boat Party is for those looking to embrace the inclusive party atmosphere. Numerous add-ons can be included in your inquiry when desired (options stated below). Furthermore, the boat will be equipped with a sound system, and a professional skipper and host/hostess will be at your service.

The Amsterdam King’s Day Cruise is an all-inclusive cruise with Open Dutch Bar (unlimited beer, wine, and sodas).

Want to create the guestlist for your King’s Day Boat Party? Starboard also offers Private Boat Parties, so you can celebrate with your exclusive King’s Day group of friends. This Boat Party offers all inclusive drinks and during the 3 hour long cruise you can choose the party tunes with the boats own built in sound system.

Starboard is thrilled to invite you to the grandest, most electrifying, and utterly orange celebration on the planet with our King’s Day Boat Party! This is your golden ticket to join the heart of the Netherlands’ most beloved national holiday, celebrated in honor of the monarch’s birthday, but with a twist that only Starboard can provide. Our exclusive King’s Day Boat Party is not just an event; it’s an experience designed to immerse you in the full vibrancy and jubilation of Dutch culture at its peak.

FAQ

Have a look at our most frequently asked questions to help plan your perfect boat experience. We’ve compiled answers to common inquiries about our private and shared cruises to ensure your journey on Amsterdam’s beautiful canals is smooth and enjoyable.

Yes, dogs are welcome on a private cruise. Unfortunately, dogs are not allowed on shared cruises.

Yes, some of our private boats are equipped with a small toilet. If you require a toilet for your private cruise, please indicate this when booking so we can confirm availability. Please note that our shared cruises do not have toilets on board, so we recommend using restroom facilities before departure.