Events

Decades of leadership wisdom packed into seven minutes! Storywise is back! With an amazing lineup 😎Six speakers who have spent decades managing teams will each share a seven-minute story about one thing they’ve learned from their experience. This is Storywise. It’s by sharing those hard-earned lessons that we build a community where we help one […]

Friday is your night. Every week, we serve cocktails for 9 euros, with music, games, and a communal table where everyone can join in. Come by with friends, coworkers, or just on your own. You’ll never feel like a stranger here for long. At A Beautiful Mess, different worlds come together around the table. On […]

Hodn is a Palestinian art and cultural gathering, hosting its first event in Amsterdam with a historic evening of music, storytelling, and community. For the first time ever in the Netherlands, Sol Band will take the stage. The renowned Palestinian musical ensemble from the Gaza Strip will present an evening shaped by memory, heritage, and […]

Monthly Jam Session in Collaboration with Conservatorium van Amsterdam (CvA) In collaboration with the Conservatorium van Amsterdam (CvA), we host a recurring jam session every second Monday of the month at A Beautiful Mess. CvA invites talented musicians to perform and create together in an open and informal setting. These sessions offer a space for […]

Every Wednesday, Café Habibi Workspace comes to life at Rozet and A Beautiful Mess Arnhem. It’s a creative gathering place where Arnhem residents come together to make music, write, take photos, share stories, and develop new ideas. You don’t have to be a professional musician, writer, photographer, or artist. Café Habibi is open to anyone […]

Speaking up in a meeting, saying no to a client, understanding cultural differences, speaking with authenticity. How can someone find their voice in a business setting? This is Storywise. Six speakers—ranging from big tech companies like Booking.com to business owners—will each share a seven-minute story about the one thing they learned from a business communication […]

Creative Writing Workshop | by Julia-Beth Harris VOICE IS NOT A STYLE. IT’S A DISCIPLINE Your voice is yours. Let’s make it stronger. At a time when machines can generate language faster than we can think—or even feel—your human voice matters more than ever. Join Julia Beth for a creative writing workshop where we’ll explore […]

Storytelling Workshop | by Irena EVERYONE HAS A STORY TO SHARE Join us for a creative and inspiring storytelling workshop where you’ll learn practical skills to discover, shape, and share your own story. Info: About the Artist: Irina Koriazova (1994) is an Amsterdam-based storyteller. She has a dry sense of humor and loves to turn […]

DJ Workshop | by Navid Divana Have you ever wondered what it feels like to be behind the decks? Join our DJ Workshop and discover the basics of mixing, finding your sound, and creating the right vibe. No experience necessary—just bring your curiosity and love for music. Your world. Info: About the Artist: Amsterdam’s Navid […]

Community Dinner Around the world, around one table. Join us for a Community Dinner featuring vegetarian dishes and flavors from around the world. Come hungry, meet new people, discover new recipes, and share a table where different cultures, stories, and flavors come together. Because some of the best connections start with a shared meal. Vegetarian […]