Kaap Amsterdam is a renowned nightclub and cultural hotspot situated at Zuider Ijdijk 1006, on the southeast periphery of Amsterdam’s central districts. Established in 2022, Kaap quickly made a name for itself by transforming a former industrial site into an inviting, dynamic space for electronic music and the wider arts scene. The venue’s founders were inspired by the city’s ongoing quest to balance nightlife vibrancy with community values, positioning Kaap as a forward-thinking venue committed to inclusive programming, high-quality sound, and a diverse crowd.

The structure itself preserves elements of the original dockside warehouse, including exposed steel beams and expansive glass walls that offer sweeping views of the IJmeer, creating a unique juxtaposition of raw architecture and refined interior design. This combination has helped foster a reputation for intimate yet high-energy parties, with Kaap gaining recognition not only as an incubator for local talent but also as a hub for international touring acts, especially within house, techno, and experimental music spheres. Kaap’s significance in Amsterdam’s nightlife is multifaceted: it provides a needed stage for underrepresented voices, frequently curates interdisciplinary events that bridge music with performance art, and has become a gathering point for creative communities that might otherwise be dispersed by the city’s rising rents and stricter regulations on urban clubbing.

Since its opening, the venue has remained at the same location but continually evolves its spaces, investing in upgraded sound technology and sustainability initiatives, while hosting pop-up art installations, open-air events in warmer months, and collaborative food experiences with local chefs. The club’s approachable ethos and innovative programming have led to widespread acclaim, making it a fixture in alternative city guides and recommendations from major dance music publications. Below is a list of notable artists who have performed at Kaap Amsterdam, reflecting both its commitment to international sounds and its nurturing of Dutch talent: Anz, Ben UFO, Carista, Elias Mazian, Job Jobse, LYZZA, Mary Lake, Objekt, Paquita Gordon, Sandrien, Shanti Celeste, Sofia Kourtesis, Suze Ijo, and up-and-coming local acts like Titia, Jasmín, and Mowgli.