TYPICAL DUTCH WEDDING

The smell of stroopwafels, quaint organs filling the street with music, and the beauty of authentic canal houses. At My Wedding Amsterdam we have made sure to incorporate our traditions into your wedding day, so you can experience Amsterdam at its finest with your typical Dutch wedding package!

This wedding package includes
  • a welcoming drink
  • a beautiful decorated 5-star venue for your ceremony
  • a personal ceremony hosted by an English or Dutch speaking celebrant
  • a photographer or videographer for 4 hours
  • a bridal bouquet and groom’s boutonniere
  • a wedding cake and a glass of sparkling wine for the toast
  • a wedding reception on an authentic salon-boat with refreshing drinks and tasteful canapés
  • typical Dutch music performed by our Amsterdam musician
  • a dining experience in a Typical Dutch restaurant with beautiful flower decorations
  • planning and coordination by one of our fantastic wedding planners

This package has been designed to cater to ten guests. It is also possible to celebrate your wedding with a more select group, however due to the exclusive nature of our packages a fee for a minimum of ten guests is a prerequisite. You are also able to invite more guests for an additional fee. 

CEREMONY VENUE

 

What comes to mind when you think of traditional Dutch culture? Maybe windmills, wooden clogs, the stroopwafel cookie, and of course Delfts Blue pottery. For this package we have something truly special in store for you, a unique venue in which your wedding ceremony will take place in the famous Delfst Blauwe Kamer. Overlooking the city’s famous canals, decorated decadently with bold blue tones, beautiful architecture, and warm and welcoming staff, this five star venue in the heart of historic Amsterdam is the place to celebrate your love.

WEDDING OFFICIANT

Photo credit: Alexandra Vonk Photography 

The memorable moment in which you exchange your vows and say “I do” is a priority. Our experienced wedding officiant specializes in creating one of a kind, heartfelt and personalized ceremonies. Together, you will plan a ceremony that genuinely represents your love for one another and your journey together. On the big day, your wedding officiant will facilitate the ceremony of your dreams. The only thing you have to do is to savor the moment.

WEDDING CAKE

 

Do it like the Dutch, cut the cake right after your ceremony as your are toasting to your marriage! We have selected an exceptional confectioner who specializes in creating elegant bridal cakes in accordance to your typical Dutch wedding theme, and you will get to customize the cake to your preferences. Do you want a buttercream cake with typical local flowers like tulips, or maybe have it decorated with stroopwafels and filled with the same caramel? The sky is the limit! We will bring your hearts’ desires to life and wow your guests at this wedding to remember.

FLOWERS

Florals create a beautiful atmosphere and timeless natural decor for you big day. We have an incredible florist who will create stunning arrangements according to your wedding theme using handpicked fresh flowers from Amsterdam’s famous flower auction. Which they will align with both your theme, including the iconic tulips, and personal wishes! Our florists are talented artists who put together stylish and chic arrangements – for your bouquet, ceremony background, or table setting – all with that typical Dutch look, creating the perfect setting for your wedding day.

FLOATING COCKTAIL

 

Get ready for a once in a lifetime journey through the canals of Amsterdam aboard a beautiful, high-end salon boat, with the friendliest captain and crew in Amsterdam. Enjoy enchanting views of Dutch architecture with your loved ones and delight in all the things that make Amsterdam so great; picturesque streets with historical canal houses, buzzing streets filled with locals biking around the city, friends and family enjoying a bite along the water, the sun out and trees in full bloom, and much more.

DUTCH MUSIC

If your hearts were already filled with excitement then it’s your lucky day, because it’s only getting better. Your journey along the canals will be accompanied by a fantastic traditional Dutch accordion player. This musician was born and raised in Amsterdam and is incredibly talented and fantastically Dutch. When he starts playing you will immediately feel connected to the vibrant city of Amsterdam. The mesmerizing music will make your journey through the city, and wedding day, even more special.

WINE & DINE

An intimate and delicious dinner that you can enjoy with your beloved guests is an integral part of your wedding. So, of course, we have an incredible chef who is known for taking Dutch cuisine to the next level, which locals describe as gezellig. While the chef’s creations are derived from traditional Dutch recipes that have been passed on from generation to generation, originality is the secret ingredient that elevates this cuisine to the next level. On your wedding day, you will enjoy a personally selected thee course menu filled with fresh produce, top notch ingredients, accompanied by incredible service.

WEDDING PLANNERS

Our wedding planners specialize in creating an unforgettable day, filled with love and laughter. With over fourteen years of experience in the wedding industry, they know how to turn your dreams into reality. From the first meeting to your special day, they will take care of everything – even the tiniest detail that may not have even crossed your minds.

A word from our wedding planners, “One thing we almost love as much as wedding planning is the city of Amsterdam. The city never sleeps, it’s always moving, changing, evolving. This city is our home, our passion. We know the most current hot spots, the up and comings, and the hidden gems of this vibrant city.”

PHOTO & VIDEO

What do you look forward to after the wedding and your honeymoon? Exactly, that beautiful wedding movie or the breathtaking photographs. Reminisce your big day from a different perspective; intimate moments, meaningful glances, loving hugs and joyous celebration of your love have been captured, specially for the two of you. We work with innovative photographers and videographers, professionals with whom we’ve successfully collaborated in the past. Our photographers and videographers know how to seamlessly melt into the background and deliver precious visual moments of your big day, so you’ll never forget your typical Dutch wedding in Amsterdam.