Founded as a student organization back in the 50s, with the intention to break old traditions and customs, Akhnaton carries the name of the legendary pharaoh Akhenaten whose legacy is built upon that same idea of innovation.

Ever since the club has always been closely involved in the social, political and especially cultural developments in Amsterdam. Thus arose the Provo movement in Akhnaton, where Roel van Duijn also proclaimed the Orange Free State.

Having acquired the core values of being bold and unbiased, Akhnaton have been providing a platform for creative and artistic talent for years. From the outset, the location at the Kolk was a center for new music styles, imported from distant countries and regions.

AKHNATON - THE PLACE WHERE DIFFERENT CULTURES COME TOGETHER AND WHERE FREEDOM AND OPENNESS ARE ENCOURAGED.

Salsa, reggae, punk, hip hop, they all found their way to the Amsterdam public through Akhnaton. 'The merengue entered our country at Akhnaton', the Groene Amsterdammer once wrote. Prophet, the founder and owner of the largest hardstyle label, ended up in hip-hop disco Akhnaton and flourished there together with Osdorp posse, the first Hip-Hop group in the Netherlands.

To this very day the club is hosting sensational and controversial activities offered to groups that find it difficult to find a place elsewhere. Thus offering a unique atmosphere worth experiencing.

Akhnaton is a versatile and attractive event location for up to 300 people in the heart of Amsterdam. Hip-Hop parties, Student parties, Dance parties, Kinky parties… everything you have in mind is organized here. So check out the event calendar and select the events that you want to attend.

Don’t forget to arrive early and split up if you are with a large group.

Choose your 1, 2 or 7 days Nightlife Ticket here, and add the special events at Club Akhaton Amsterdam, which you would like to attend – without any extra costs.