Amsterdam 
5 to 8 August 2010

From Thursday 5 to Sunday 8 August, Amsterdam is briefly transformed into the Capital of Happiness and Love during the Gay Pride event. The main theme of the biggest gay event changes every year. Throughout the week the event features special movies, exhibitions, workshops and parties, which openly give a face to the homosexual community.

Canal Parade on 7 August

The opening party is held on Thursday 5 August at the Westermarkt. But the Gay Pride’s absolute highlight is the Canal Parade on Saturday 7 August, when spectators can once again marvel at the long boat parade through the Amsterdam canals. The Canal Pride is as varied as the gay community itself.
Every year, the Canal Parade attracts a wide audience from both the Netherlands and abroad. 
 
Read more about the programme during Amsterdam Gay Pride 2010