100 Years of Keizer Karelpark

Keizer Karelpark is celebrating its 100th anniversary with a festive week for the entire community of Amstelveen. In 2026, it will be exactly one hundred years since the first homes were built in the neighborhood, which was originally known as De Witte Stad. To mark the occasion, a celebration week will take place from May 30 through June 7 at various locations throughout the district.

The official opening of the festivities will take place on May 30 at the MOC on Lindenlaan 75. Alderman Marijn van Ballegooijen will give the official starting signal for the anniversary celebrations from 3:00 PM onwards. The gathering promises to have a historical atmosphere focused on the rich history of Keizer Karelpark.

Former city poet Koos Hagen wrote a special new text to the melody of the well-known song ‘Het Dorp’, inspired by Keizer Karelpark. The song will be performed by baritone Ronald Willemsen.

In addition, the Vereniging Historisch Amstelveen has created a special anniversary publication about the history of the neighborhood. Visitors will also be able to watch a film about the origins and development of Keizer Karelpark, compiled by the association.

After the event, guests can enjoy drinks accompanied by music from the 1920s, reflecting the era in which the neighborhood was founded.