De Balie

A historical cultural house where new ideas and meetings come to life.

You are looking for a location that makes an impression and is practically well-organized. At De Balie in Amsterdam, characterful spaces, professional technology, and hospitality come together.

De Balie is a cultural meeting and event location at Leidseplein in Amsterdam Central. The former magistrate's court from 1849 accommodates gatherings of up to 600 people, divided across various rooms. You can organize presentations, workshops, networking events, meetings, congresses, seminars, and corporate parties here. With an in-house technical crew and catering, a wide range of programs is possible.

Why choose De Balie?

At De Balie, you step into a building where conversations are central. For many years, this has been a well-known platform for art, culture, and societal debate. That background gives your gathering a unique character.

From a closed strategy session to a congress with hundreds of visitors: you will find various options here. The historical details create atmosphere, while modern facilities support your program.

Rooms & capacity

De Balie has several characterful rooms and foyers:

• Large Hall: 220 people in theater setup, suitable for congresses and presentations.
• Salon: up to approximately 90 people, with special stained glass windows.
• Film Room: 54 seats for screenings and presentations.
• Square Room: studio for smaller meetings and recordings.
• Foyers and Mezzanine: for receptions, drinks, dinners, and networking moments.
• Meeting Room: up to 12 people for closed discussions.

You can combine spaces for plenary sessions, workshops, and informal meetings.

A gathering with its own character

Your guests arrive in the vibrant Amsterdam. Inside, the unique atmosphere of a historical cultural house awaits. After a cup of coffee, the program begins in one of the rooms.

In the Large Hall, your presentation receives all the attention. For smaller conversations, you move to the Salon. The stained glass windows and authentic details create a striking backdrop here.

Afterward, guests meet each other in the foyer. With a drink, snacks, or a catered dinner, the day ends on a relaxed note. Everything takes place under one roof.

Practical & transparent

De Balie is located at Kleine-Gartmanplantsoen 10, directly by Leidseplein. The location is easily accessible by public transport. The Byzantium parking garage is about a five-minute walk away.

For your event, various facilities are available:

Professional audiovisual technology and technical support.
Options for hybrid events and live streaming.
Free wifi and various room setups.
Catering from the in-house kitchen, starting from 15 people.
Lunch, drinks, buffet, walking dinner, and dinner upon request.

The rental brochure provides more insight into room capacities and technical possibilities.

A stage with a story

The building of De Balie dates back to 1849 and was originally a magistrate's court. Today, debates, film screenings, and cultural programs take place here.

This years of experience with public gatherings is reflected in the professional stage facilities and technical support. Thus, you choose a location where history and contemporary events come together.

Discover De Balie for your event

Curious about what your gathering could look like in this special Amsterdam cultural house?

Schedule a viewing or request a quote directly via the form on the right side. This way, you can discover which space best fits your plans.