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How to Get Involved in Amsterdam Running: Events and Groups to Know
New runners can prepare for the FEBO HALF this weekend or sign up with weekly clubs that meet in Vondelpark ahead of longer races later this year.
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The FEBO HALF takes place on July 17, 2026, two days after today, on a 21.1 km course that includes five kroket stops.
Amsterdam lists multiple road races through the autumn that draw both first-time participants and experienced athletes. The Dam Tot Damloop offers 8 km and 16 km options on September 19-20, 2026. The Amsterdam Marathon, labeled Platinum by World Athletics, starts and finishes at the Olympic Stadium on October 15, 2026. The Bijlmer Run provides 5 km, 10 km and 21 km distances in May 2026.
Where to begin with training groups
Weekly community clubs supply regular sessions that help newcomers build mileage safely. Founders Running Club, ATAC and Arab Run Club Amsterdam organise track runs, intervals and park runs in Vondelpark. These groups meet on set evenings and welcome runners of varying paces.
Event listings on platforms such as Eventbrite and Meetup show the current schedule for these clubs and the larger races. Runners can filter by date and distance to match their current fitness level before committing to an entry fee or training plan.
Practical steps before race day
Check the official pages for each event to confirm start times, course maps and registration deadlines. The FEBO HALF page on Eventbrite gives details on the July 17 start. Similar listings cover the Dam Tot Damloop and the October marathon at the Olympic Stadium.
Begin with one or two club sessions in Vondelpark to test shoes and pacing before entering a longer race. Many participants use the summer weeks to complete shorter loops that prepare them for the autumn calendar.