Princess Mabel and daughter Zaria shine at Amsterdam Dinner!

Princess Mabel and daughter Zaria shine at Amsterdam Dinner!

In the glamorous world of royal charity events, special occasions always attract attention. So also this year's “Amsterdam Dinner”, which took place on June 17, 2025. Princess Mabel (56), widow of Prince Friso († 2013), and her daughter Zaria (18) walked together over the red carpet and thus came up with the interest of many. According to Az Online both wore elegant red dresses, Countess Eloise from Oranje (23), shone in a simple black evening robe.

The motto of the evening, Venetian masks, gave the event a touch of mysticism. It is not the first time that Mabel takes part in this prestigious event. After all, the “Amsterdam Dinner”, which has existed since 1992 and was launched during the HIV pandemic, specializes in collecting money for the fight against AIDS. This year's event brought impressive EUR 1.2 million for HIV prevention projects among young people, such as Blow Bloed reported.

a passionate commitment

Princess Mabel, who actively campaigns for education and prevention, has shown itself cautiously in recent years, but it is always a fixture for the Amsterdam Dinner. Your Instagram account also reflects your interest in art and culture. Interestingly, this year she was wearing an enchanting evening dress by Jenny Packham - a British designer who also appreciates Queen Mathilde of Belgium and Catherine, the princess of Wales.

The Amsterdam Dinner Foundation has devoted itself to the challenges of the HIV/AIDS theme since its foundation and has campaigned for the breaking of taboos and combating discrimination. Since 2020, the “House of HIV” project has also been dedicated to the documentation of the history of the HIV community in the Netherlands and the processing of the four decades in dealing with the epidemic. This important initiative shows how communities have come together to fight for the rights and well-being of HIV-positive people, and has created life-changing support offers for many affected people, such as House of HIV documented.

A look into the future

With the aim of ending AIDS by 2030, the efforts and cooperation between various organizations are essential. The Amsterdam Dinner will take place again in the coming year, with table reservations costs from 10,000 euros. This event remains very popular, not only among the royal guests, but also with all supporters of the HIV prevention who appreciate the importance of education and solidarity.

For Mabel and Zaria it is more than just a social appearance - it is a sign of hope and a contribution to combating an illness that has affected many lives. Although Mabel has been rare in public since the death of her husband, her commitment to HIV prevention remains unbroken and admirable.