🎯 AFAS Live – Amsterdam, Netherlands (World Series of Darts Finals)

Venue: AFAS Live
City: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Event: World Series of Darts Finals (PDC World Series of Darts)
Typical Dates: Mid-September (e.g. 17–20 September 2026)

🏟️ About AFAS Live

Located in Amsterdam’s vibrant entertainment district, AFAS Live is one of the Netherlands’ premier indoor arenas and has become the permanent home of the World Series of Darts Finals. Renowned for its excellent acoustics and intimate atmosphere, the venue creates a fantastic setting for one of the biggest party atmospheres in professional darts.

• Capacity: Approximately 6,000 spectators for darts events, creating an intimate but energetic environment.
• Location: Johan Cruijff Boulevard, Amsterdam, next to the Johan Cruijff ArenA.
• Opened: 2001 (originally known as the Heineken Music Hall before being renamed AFAS Live in 2017).
• Layout: A combination of floor tables, lower-tier seating and balcony seating ensures excellent views throughout the arena.
• Accessibility: Fully accessible with step-free entrances, accessible toilets and designated wheelchair seating.
• Facilities: Numerous food and drink outlets, merchandise stands, premium hospitality areas and modern amenities throughout the venue.

🏆 World Series of Darts Finals at AFAS Live

The World Series of Darts Finals brings together the biggest names from the global World Series circuit to crown the overall champion. Unlike individual World Series events, this tournament is the culmination of the entire World Series season and features many of the sport’s biggest stars.

Tournament Format

• 24 players compete in a straight knockout tournament.
• Players qualify through World Series events held across Europe, North America, Australia, New Zealand, Bahrain, Poland and beyond.
• The highest-ranked World Series players receive byes into the second round, while the remaining players compete in the opening round.

Typical match formats include:

• First Round – Best of 11 legs
• Second Round – Best of 11 legs
• Quarter Finals – Best of 19 legs
• Semi Finals – Best of 21 legs
• Final – Best of 21 legs

The tournament is played over four days, culminating in Finals Night on Sunday.

📅 Typical Event Schedule

The tournament usually follows this format:

Thursday Evening

• Opening Round matches

Friday Evening

• Remaining Opening Round matches

Saturday

• Afternoon Session
• Evening Session (Second Round)

Sunday

• Afternoon Session (Quarter Finals)
• Evening Session (Semi Finals & Final)

Evening sessions generally begin around 7:00pm, while weekend afternoon sessions start around 1:00pm. Doors typically open one hour before each session.

🎟️ Ticket Information

AFAS Live offers a variety of seating options to suit different budgets.

Typical ticket categories include:

• Front Table Seating – From approximately €55
• Rear Table Seating – From approximately €50
• Tribune/Balcony Seating – From approximately €35

Premium hospitality packages are also available through AFAS Live and Ticketmaster. Ticket demand is extremely high, with recent editions selling out well in advance.

🌟 What to Expect

Incredible Atmosphere

The World Series Finals is widely regarded as one of the loudest tournaments on the PDC calendar.

Dutch crowds are famous for:

• Colourful fancy dress
• Constant singing and chanting
• Huge reactions for the walk-ons
• Fantastic support for Dutch favourites such as Michael van Gerwen and the next generation of home-grown stars

Despite the party atmosphere, the crowd is knowledgeable and creates an electric environment throughout every session.

🚆 Getting to AFAS Live

One of AFAS Live’s biggest advantages is its accessibility.

By Train

The venue sits directly beside Amsterdam Bijlmer ArenA Station, with regular services from:

• Amsterdam Centraal
• Schiphol Airport
• Utrecht
• Rotterdam

It’s only a short walk from the station to the arena entrance.

By Metro

Metro Lines 50 and 54 both stop at Amsterdam Bijlmer ArenA.

By Car

There are numerous public parking garages surrounding the venue, although public transport is generally recommended due to heavy event traffic.

🍺 Food & Drink

AFAS Live has plenty of food and beverage options throughout the venue.

Visitors can expect:

• Licensed bars
• Hot food outlets
• Soft drinks
• Snacks
• Merchandise stalls

The venue operates as a cashless arena, with debit and credit cards accepted throughout. AFAS Live also operates a reusable cup recycling scheme to reduce waste.

💡 Tips for Spectators

• Book early – The World Series Finals regularly sells out.
• Table seats provide the classic televised darts experience.
• Balcony seats offer excellent value with clear views of the stage and giant video screens.
• Arrive early to enjoy the pre-match atmosphere and avoid queues.
• Use public transport where possible, as Amsterdam Bijlmer ArenA Station is just a few minutes’ walk away.
• Bring a bank card or mobile payment method, as the venue is cashless.

🏆 Why AFAS Live is Special

While the World Championship at Alexandra Palace is the biggest event in darts, many fans consider the World Series Finals at AFAS Live to be one of the most entertaining weekends on the calendar. The combination of elite international players, Dutch darts culture and AFAS Live’s intimate arena creates a unique atmosphere that is difficult to replicate anywhere else.

With world-class production, passionate supporters and some of the sport’s biggest names competing for a prestigious televised title, the World Series of Darts Finals has firmly established AFAS Live as one of the premier venues in world darts.

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