Bar Dancing Multipla, located at Valschermkade 16, 1059 CD in Amsterdam, stands as one of the city’s more distinctive and creative nightlife venues. Established in the mid-2010s within an industrial building along the Schinkel river, Multipla quickly distinguished itself through an eclectic programming philosophy and a tongue-in-cheek homage to both classic Italian automotive culture and underground dance music traditions. The club occupies part of a repurposed warehouse, its raw architectural features left largely intact, allowing for an industrial-chic ambiance that resonates with the city’s avant-garde crowd.

Multipla’s history reflects Amsterdam’s broader push for cultural spaces that bridge the gap between art and nightlife; originally a clandestine party space operated by a collective of local DJs and artists, it formalized into a legal venue in the late 2010s and expanded its footprint to include a rooftop terrace and adjoining art gallery. While it has remained at its Valschermkade location since opening, its interior structure has undergone several transformations, notably in 2020, when it upgraded its sound system and lighting installations to accommodate a new wave of live audiovisual performances and late-night dance events. The venue has earned a reputation for curating cutting-edge electronic music nights, supporting queer and alternative communities, and collaborating with both Amsterdam-based artists and international tastemakers.

Multipla has become a touchpoint for experimental culture in southern Amsterdam, inspiring similar hybrid spaces and contributing to the city’s appeal as a global nightlife destination. Notable artists who have performed at Bar Dancing Multipla include international acts such as Ben UFO, Honey Dijon, and The Blessed Madonna, as well as local Dutch luminaries like Job Jobse, Carista, and KI/KI. The venue has also hosted live sets and exhibitions by up-and-coming talent from the vibrant Amsterdam underground, including figures like Oceanic, Tracey, and upstart collectives such as Strange Sounds From Beyond and Garage Noord’s resident DJs.