Crowds dressed in orange filled the streets and canals of Amsterdam to celebrate King Willem-Alexander’s birthday.

People gathered to dance, sing and party, with boats packed along the city’s waterways and streets lined with stalls and celebrations.

The annual King’s Day festivities drew locals and tourists alike, with many enjoying the warm weather and festive atmosphere.

Despite its royal origins, the holiday has become a nationwide celebration of spring and community, bringing people together across the country.