Contra
Located in a historic building along Amsterdam’s canal ring, Contra is a sophisticated restaurant and jazz bar that blends refined French cuisine with live musical performances. The venue provides an intimate, atmospheric setting that seamlessly transitions from dinner service to a vibrant, music-filled evening. With its elegant, multi-level layout and dedication to both gastronomy and live entertainment, it serves as a distinct cultural and culinary hub in the city center.
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Friday Night Live: Floris Kappeyne Trio ft. Taylor Burgess
Fri, 10 Jul @ 9:30 PM
Dinner concert: Carlos Ayuso Trio
Thu, 9 Jul @ 8:30 PM
Contra @ Homelanding
Sun, 5 Jul @ 6:00 PM
Saturday Live Jazz x Manuel deVega & Friends
Sat, 4 Jul @ 9:30 PM
Friday Night Live ft. Ian Cleaver
Fri, 3 Jul @ 9:30 PM
Dinner concert: Alper Aydogan Quartet ft. Simon Rigter
Thu, 2 Jul @ 8:30 PM
Contra x JAÏNDA
Sat, 27 Jun @ 10:00 PM
Friday Night Live: Pedro Mendes x Lucas Oliveira
Fri, 26 Jun @ 9:30 PMArtists who play at Contra
A dining, seated venue.
What is Contra like?+
Contra in Amsterdam is versatile - the energy shifts with the programme rather than dominating it. Food service is available.
What events does Contra host?+
Contra in Amsterdam hosts Jazz events.
Where is Contra?+
Contra is at Oudezijds Achterburgwal 235, 1012 DL Amsterdam, Netherlands, Amsterdam-Centrum neighbourhood. A map link and directions are on the venue page.
What events are coming up at Contra?+
Upcoming at Contra: Mila Maria (11 Jul), Rob Van Bavel (16 Jul), David van der Grinten (24 Jul). 5 events total currently listed.
