Amsterdam is one of Europe's leading fintech hubs. Adyen, Mollie, Bitvavo, Bunq, ING, ABN AMRO, and Flow Traders all headquarter or have major presence here, and Money20/20 Europe returning to RAI every June means the global fintech calendar bends through the city. Here is where practitioners actually gather.
Fintech meetups
| Meetup | Focus | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Holland FinTech Meetup | Careers, ecosystem, fintech community | Regular |
| Holland Fintech Association — Member meetup | Members + invited guests | 17 Sep 2026, Meet Berlage |
| Holland Fintech Association — Public meetup | Open attendance | 26 Nov 2026 |
| Amsterdam Fintech Meetup (CMS) | Law-firm-hosted industry evening | Recurring |
Holland Fintech's member meetups are the highest-signal regular events. The association also runs a 2-day intensive programme co-hosted with the University of Amsterdam Business Department for executives exploring fintech strategy.
Blockchain and Web3 meetups
- Blockchain HODLand — meets at the old Amsterdam Stock Exchange, in the financial heart of the city. Covers blockchain, decentralised ledgers, systems, and crypto technology.
- Blockchain for Society Amsterdam — hosted by inblock.io and the Elpis association. More discussion-oriented, focused on creating broader understanding of blockchain beyond hype cycles.
- Blockchain-themed Eventbrite events — a long tail of one-off blockchain / crypto events around Dutch Blockchain Week and throughout the year.
Major fintech / blockchain events
| Event | Dates 2026 | Venue / scale |
|---|---|---|
| Money20/20 Europe | 2–4 June 2026 | RAI — pan-European fintech summit |
| Dutch Blockchain Week (8th edition) | 22–28 June 2026 | Amsterdam — B2B blockchain |
| Blockchain Expo Europe | 2026 (see official site) | Amsterdam |
| Holland Fintech — Exec programme | 2026 (UvA Business Dept.) | 2-day intensive, certificate |
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- If you work in payments / banking infrastructure — Holland FinTech member meetups and Money20/20 Europe.
- If you work in crypto / Web3 — Blockchain HODLand and Dutch Blockchain Week.
- If you are fundraising — Money20/20 Europe is unbeatable for investor density.
- If you are new to the sector — Holland Fintech's public meetup (26 November 2026) is a good entry point, followed by the CMS-hosted Amsterdam Fintech Meetup.
Last verified April 2026. Blockchain meetups churn faster than fintech ones — check the host's page before committing to a date.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best fintech meetup in Amsterdam?
The Holland FinTech Meetup is the most established community fintech group in the Netherlands. The Holland Fintech Association also runs monthly member meetups — next public editions include 17 September 2026 at Meet Berlage and 26 November 2026.
When is Money20/20 Europe 2026?
Money20/20 Europe 2026 runs 2–4 June 2026 at RAI Amsterdam. It is the biggest fintech event in Europe, with 450+ speakers, six stages, and four content pillars covering AI, rebundling, the money stack, and regulation.
What is Dutch Blockchain Week?
Dutch Blockchain Week is the leading B2B blockchain week in Europe. The 8th edition runs 22–28 June 2026 in Amsterdam and brings together exchanges, banks, regulators, market makers, funds, and Web3 pioneers. Partners like Carbify help run events as carbon-neutral.
Are there regular blockchain meetups in Amsterdam?
Yes. Blockchain HODLand meets at the old Amsterdam Stock Exchange in the financial heart of the city, covering blockchain, decentralised ledgers, and crypto technology. Blockchain for Society Amsterdam, hosted by inblock.io and the Elpis association, runs a more discussion-oriented format.
Do fintech meetups in Amsterdam run in English?
Yes. Money20/20, Dutch Blockchain Week, Holland FinTech Meetup, and the major blockchain meetups all run in English. The Netherlands is one of the most English-comfortable fintech markets in Europe.
Sources and references
- Holland FinTech Meetup on Meetup
- Holland Fintech Association — Events
- Holland Fintech Association — Public meetup (26 Nov 2026)
- Holland FinTech — Events calendar
- Amsterdam Fintech Meetup — hosted by CMS
- Money20/20 Europe — 2–4 June 2026, Amsterdam
- Dutch Blockchain Week — 22–28 June 2026
- Blockchain HODLand (Blockchain Amsterdam) on Meetup
- Blockchain for Society Amsterdam
- Blockchain Expo Europe
- FinTech Weekly — Holland FinTech Meetup