ADE 2026 (Amsterdam Dance Event)
October 21-25, 2026
Celebrating their 30th anniversary, this year’s ADE will feature over 1,200 events across more than 300 venues in Amsterdam.
Here we have compiled a list of some featured events that we think you will like if you are into deep progressive house, techno, progressive trance, or afro house.
EVENTS BY DAY
Wednesday, October 21
“CHASING DREAMS”
https://www.amsterdam-dance-event.nl/en/program/2026/aaa-events-pres-chasing-dreams/2902881/
“XiJaro & Pitch’s Chasing Dreams comes to ADE for a charity fundraiser in support of the Norrie Disease Foundation.
Beyond the music, Chasing Dreams has grown into one of trance’s most community-driven platforms: a long-running podcast and livestream, a mix compilation, a record label championing emerging talent, and now its own club nights. Through various fundraising initiatives it has raised over 100.000 EUR for charity, driven by the belief that the impact of music should extend beyond the speakers.”
XIJARO & PITCH
Somna / Rinaly
Brittany Egbert / Clara Yates / Midi Kittyy
Venue: Cafe de Kroon
Marie Vaunt presents, “Kurai After Dark”
https://www.amsterdam-dance-event.nl/en/program/2026/marie-vaunt-presents-kurai-after-dark/2812304/
23:30 – 6:00
Venue: CLUB BAGGERBEEST
Saturo Sounds Presents: Amsterdam ADE Pre-Party at Kashmir Lounge.
https://ra.co/events/2521051
“Start the 30th year anniversary of Amsterdam Dance Event in style with the annual Saturo Sounds Amsterdam free event – serving as both the ADE opener, and the prelude to our Thursday event at Bears Amsterdam with Deep Tech LA!
Step into the soul of Amsterdam’s underground at the world renowned Kashmir Lounge – a boho-chic haven where incense meets intensity and velvet cushions cradle the beat.
This isn’t just a party — it’s a sonic journey curated by Saturo Sounds residents and guest artists.
Expect a deep dive into house, techno and beyond — hypnotic grooves, melodic swells, and unexpected twists that keep your feet moving and your spirit lifted.
Whether you’re a seasoned raver or just discovering the magic this party promises pure connection, lush soundscapes, and a crowd that vibes as hard as the music.
Come for the music. Stay for the energy. Leave transformed!”
DJs in alphabetical order:
Akiva
Amaka Lua
Chris Hawk
Deckster
Demian Noriega
Darien J
Eyal Rabia
Ivan Sandhas
Nico Rabovich
Nico Trejo
Niko Garcia
Silene
Steve March
Terry Crawford
Day into evening: 11am until midnight
Venue: Kashmir Lounge
Jan Pieter Heijestraat 85-87
Laurent Schark & JP Lantieri present Selection Live Show at Café Lux
https://www.amsterdam-dance-event.nl/en/program/2026/laurent-schark-jp-lantieri-present-selection-live-show/2836261/
“After the big success of previous editions at the ADE, the Selection Live Show (largest monthly live radio show syndication) is taking over the Café Lux in Amsterdam on 21st October 2026 with a great line-up of artists. One big event not to be missed, featuring: Yves Eaux, The Supermen Lovers, JP Lantieri, Rowz Jr., Laurent Schark, Music P.”
Free-entry event starting at 19:00 till late.
Venue: Café Lux
Big Bells x Audiosolo – ADE SHOWCASE 2026
https://www.amsterdam-dance-event.nl/en/program/2026/big-bells-x-audiosolo-ade-2026/2812228/
12-6:30pm
Venue: Club Baggerbeest
Brazil Calling: How a New Generation of Selectors, Clubs and Labels is Taking Over Global Electronic Music
https://www.amsterdam-dance-event.nl/en/program/2026/brazil-calling-how-a-new-generation-of-selctors-clubs-and-labels-is-taking-over-global-electronic-music/2813754/
Speakers: Mochakk, Solarce Brothers, Eli Iwasa and nocapz
“Brazil is no longer just exporting isolated superstar DJs: it is becoming one of the most influential cultural engines in global electronic music. A new generation of Brazilian artists, labels, clubs, and communities is redefining what success in dance music looks and sounds like: less manufactured, more rooted in DJ culture, musical identity, crate digging, community, and emotional connection.”
Venue: Felix Meritis (Zuilenzaal) | Keizersgracht 324
Thursday, October 22
“AFRO HOUSE SUMMIT”
(official ADE event)
https://www.amsterdam-dance-event.nl/en/program/2026/afro-house-summit/2830741/
“After a breakout debut that welcomed more than 1,000 attendees at LuminAir, Afro House Summit returns to Amsterdam Dance Event on Thursday, October 22, 2026, bringing the international Afro House community together once again in the heart of Amsterdam.
Presented by My Other Side Of The Moon x Vibora, Afro House Summit is more than an event, it is a meeting point for the people shaping the future of Afro House music, culture and business.
PARTNERS: (in Alphabetical Order) Beats of Africa | Believe | Kitisuru Records | One Day Forever Records | Proton | Rise Records | Syndicast | TIIK Records | Urban Rebel | WARM | When We Dip |
From artists and DJs to record labels, A&Rs, promoters, managers, media, brands and music industry professionals, the Summit creates a space to discover the real spirit of Afro House, connect with the people behind the scene and build meaningful relationships with the global industry.
As Afro House continues to grow from its roots in Sub-Saharan Africa, Brazil and the MENA region into one of the most influential sounds in global electronic music, Afro House Summit provides a space where the culture can be experienced from the inside, through music, conversations, networking and direct industry connections.”
3-8pm
Venue: LuminAir
AVA Recordings 20 Years ADE Special
https://www.amsterdam-dance-event.nl/en/program/2026/ava-records-20-years-ade-special/2829556/
“Celebrate 20 years of AVA Recordings during Amsterdam Dance Event with one of only 20 exclusive anniversary events taking place worldwide.
On Thursday, October 22, The Tequila Club Amsterdam becomes the home of an unforgettable day dedicated to the finest sounds in trance music. Expect an intimate club experience featuring legendary artists, exclusive performances and a unique atmosphere in the heart of Amsterdam during ADE.
Headlining this special edition is the never been done, world exclusive of Andy Moor & Adam White presents Whiteroom, alongside Richard Durand performing a very special In Search Of Sunrise set. Joining them are David Forbes, Ferry Tayle celebrating his 20 Year Anniversary, Dan Stone with an exclusive Album Showcase, Somna, Rinaly, Adam Stark b2b MIDI Kittyy and Alan Fullmer.
This is a rare opportunity to witness one of trance music’s most respected labels celebrate two decades of unforgettable releases and iconic artists in an intimate venue with limited capacity.
Line-up
Headlining
* Andy Moor & Adam White presents Whiteroom (World Exclusive)
* Richard Durand (In Search Of Sunrise Set)
* David Forbes
with (a-z)
* Adam Stark b2b Midi Kitty
* Alan Fullmer
* Dan Stone (Album Showcase)
* Ferry Tayle (20 Year Anniversary Set)
* Rinaly
* Somna”
15:00 – 22:00
Venue: The Tequila Club
Black Hole presents “In Trance We Trust”
https://www.amsterdam-dance-event.nl/en/program/2026/in-trance-we-trust/2816279/
BT, Ciaran McAuley, Craig Connelly, Maria Healy, Sneijder, Virtual Vault and XiJaro & Pitch
Venue: Thuishaven Terrein
DEEP TECH LA X SATURO SOUNDS – LABEL SHOWCASE
https://www.amsterdam-dance-event.nl/en/program/2026/dtla-x-saturo-sounds/2818109/
Deep Tech LA and Saturo Sounds join forces for their debut Amsterdam Dance Event collaboration, bringing a night of melodic and progressive sounds to BEARS Amsterdam.
Lineup : A–ZAkiva , Dear Deer, ICONYC, Saturo Sounds, DJ Ruby, Balance, Mango Alley, Warung, Just Her – Anjunadeep, Crosstown Rebels, Constant Circles, Placebo eFx, DTLA, Dissident, Raze.D aka D. Ramirez, DTLA, Dissident + DJ Competition Winner Thursday, October 22, 202610:00 PM – 4:00 AM BEARS Amsterdam Sint Jacobsstraat 6, 1012 NC Amsterdam, Netherlands.
A meeting of Los Angeles and Amsterdam sounds during ADE 2026. Expect a journey through melodic, progressive and deep electronic music from artists representing both established and emerging scenes.Save the date — see you in Amsterdam.
FREE RSVP: https://ra.co/events/2455687
10PM — 4AM
Venue: BEARS Amsterdam
Sint Jacobsstraat 6, 1012 NC
JP LANTIERI – PCR.fm at Five Bells
ADNAN JAKUBOVIC / BIG BELLS DIGITAL
https://ra.co/events/2553162
“We’re back in Amsterdam for our second event during ADE week! Join us at Bar Hendrix for an afternoon of music-industry talk followed by six hours of great music. Entry is free.
15:00–16:00 | “Behind the Label” – Big Bells Meet Up
Get an honest look at how an independent label really works. Adnan Jakubovic presents Big Bells Records, with real stats from past years and 2026, his workflow, promotion tips, how to send demos that get heard, and everything else you want to know about getting your music out there.
Joining him are two special guests: Nicholas Van Orton – owner of Balkan Connection South America (Argentina), Nishan Lee – owner of Audiosolo label & music production school (Sri Lanka)
Bring your questions. This is a conversation, not a lecture.”
16:00–21:00 | Music
Adnan Jakubovic, Aphra, DesH SL, Meline, Nicholas Van Orton, Sabrina Rivas, WAYA (SL). DJs from Germany, Mexico, Argentina, France, and Sri Lanka
3-9pm
Venue: HENDRIX
De Clercqstraat 82
1052 NK Amsterdam
Jeff Mills’ Interpretation of Rembrandt’s ‘De Nachtwacht’
https://www.amsterdam-dance-event.nl/en/program/2026/audio-obscura-x-jeff-mills-present-jeff-mills-interpretation-of-rembrandts-de-nachtwacht/2923771/
AUDIO OBSCURA x JEFF MILLS PRESENT: JEFF MILLS’ INTERPRETATION OF REMBRANDT’S ‘DE NACHTWACHT’
“Rembrandt’s De Nachtwacht became the starting point for a new artistic work by Jeff Mills, created and filmed inside the Rijksmuseum.
Mills studied Rembrandt’s masterpiece and responded to it through his own art, bringing together electronic music, dance and visual art. The resulting film has never been publicly shown.
As part of ADE’s 30th anniversary, the film will be unveiled to the public for the very first time — returning to the very space in which it was conceived.
From Thursday 22 to Sunday 25 October, the 50-minute film will be presented three times a day in the Rijksmuseum auditorium.
Timeslots will be at 12PM, 2PM and 4PM.”
Venue: Rijksmuseum auditorium
Friday, October 23
“Small Talks, Deep Tunes”
https://www.amsterdam-dance-event.nl/en/program/2026/small-talks-deep-tunes/2852602/
Nice evening session in a cozy café including DJs from the Netherlands, BadRon (@badrchaari) and MERRA (@merra.mp3) and klangverwandt (@klangverwandt16) from Germany at the SpareKey Bar&Café (@sparekeyamsterdam).
Venue: SpareKey Bar&Café
Ferry Corsten & Friends
https://www.amsterdam-dance-event.nl/en/program/2026/ferry-corsten-friends-x-free-your-mind/2842743/
Featuring Ferry Corsten along with guests Estiva, Hel:slowed, superstrings and Cosmic Gate.
Venue: Free Your Mind Club (daytime)
Nora en Pure presents “Purified Amsterdam”
https://www.amsterdam-dance-event.nl/en/program/2026/nora-en-pure-pres-purified-amsterdam/2837225/
Get ready for pure melodic bliss as Nora en Pure returns to ADE with her acclaimed PURIFIED event series. This time, we take to the open water aboard OCEANDIVA ORIGINAL, Amsterdam’s iconic floating party venue, for a sun-soaked afternoon into evening of deep, melodic house and progressive grooves.
Known for her atmospheric, nature-inspired productions and globally-loved Purified radio show, Nora en Pure curates a stellar lineup built around the same emotive, organic sound that’s made her a staple of the deep house and melodic scene, all set against the unbeatable backdrop of Amsterdam’s iconic skyline.
Venue: Oceandiva Original
JP LANTIERI Flight Mode with Sagia at Bears
Beatport Live (Fri, Oct 23 – Sun, Oct 25)
https://www.beatportal.com/articles/1625993-beatport-live-takes-over-zwart-goud-for-three-free-days-at-ade-2026
“Beatport Live is back in Amsterdam for ADE, and this year it lives inside Zwart Goud, the record store at Geldersekade 89. From Friday, October 23 to Sunday, October 25, the shop becomes a tiny club for three days, with a different partner shaping each one.
Friday belongs to !K7, inviting Bradley Zero, Kassian, LOVEFOXY, and Steven Julien play from 5pm to 10pm.
Saturday is Beatport’s own, with ANNĒ, Mastering Black, Nastia, and Phil Berg from 6pm to 10pm.
Sunday closes the weekend with fabric Records, bringing BASHKKA, JASMÍN, and more to perform from 1pm to 6pm.
The room holds a small crowd, so it works the way these things should: big names, close quarters, and the records on the shelves around you.
Entry is free. RSVP once and you are on the list for all three days, with priority entry on the day, subject to capacity. Priority-entry tickets drop to the list on Monday, October 19.”
Venue: Zwart Goud (record store at Geldersekade 89)
Saturday, October 24
DEEP DISH ADE BOAT PARTY
https://www.amsterdam-dance-event.nl/en/program/2026/deep-dish-ade-boat-party/2818661/
“Deep Dish is about to return to ADE 2026 with an eight hour boat cruise on the astonishing Oceandiva Original. And with a stacked lineup including special guest Sebastien Leger plus highly respected musical talents as Khen, Kamilo Sanclemente and Ezequiel Arias, this show will be one of the ADE highlights for sure.”
15:00 – 23:00
Venue: Oceandiva Original | tt Melissaweg 60
UK Sounds Influencing House Culture
https://www.amsterdam-dance-event.nl/en/program/2026/uk-sounds-influencing-house-culture/2829148/
“Rooted in Culture returns to Stadsschouwburg Amsterdam (ITA) for it’s fifth anniversary edition. This year’s programme explores the journey of house music to Europe and the crucial role the UK played as its first European home. How did house find its roots in British street culture, sound system traditions and northern soul? And what did the UK bring back to the global sound?
The evening features a dance workshop by an international guest from the UK house dance scene, an indepth session by resident cultural critic and DJ Lynnée Denise, and a closing jam session by DJ collective Chill on Tuesday.”
12:30 – 19:00
Venue: Stadsschouwburg Amsterdam
Lilly Palmer pres. “Dein Spiel Ist Aus” – private boat party
https://www.amsterdam-dance-event.nl/en/program/2026/lilly-palmer/2819394/
“Prepare to submerge yourself into the shadows of the Amsterdam canals. Following a monumental string of global releases, techno visionary Lilly Palmer returns to ADE 2026 to host an exclusive, high-octane private voyage on the water.
The showcase takes its eerie name from Lilly’s highly anticipated new single, dropping worldwide just 24 hours prior on Friday, October 24th. Translating „Das Spiel Ist Aus“ to “Your game is over,” the event promises an immersive, brooding atmosphere where driving tempos and hypnotic frequencies dictate the journey.”
16:00 – 21:00
Location & Boarding Point: De Ruijterkade 14, 1012 AA Amsterdam (Supper Boat)
Sasha b2b Patrice Bäumel 6hrs
https://www.amsterdam-dance-event.nl/en/program/2026/sasha-b2b-patrice-baume-6hrs/2805833/
1-9pm
Venue: Het Sieraad
Melodic Drift with Chrom Recordings & Tanzgemeinschaft
https://ra.co/events/2472660
“Tanzgemeinschaft returns to Amsterdam Dance Event for another weekend of carefully curated electronic music experiences.
On Friday, we join forces with Strangetown Recordings and Chrom Recordings, bringing together eight artists from around the globe for a journey through melodic house, progressive grooves, and deeper sounds.
On Saturday, Melodic Drift returns alongside Chrom Recordings, once again showcasing a handpicked selection of international talent. Expect immersive rhythms, emotional melodies, and a dancefloor united by a shared love for underground electronic music.
Two days. Sixteen artists. One city. See you in Amsterdam.”
Venue: The Flying Dutchman café
Sunday, October 25
Kollectiv & Friends (ADE WRAP UP)
https://www.amsterdam-dance-event.nl/en/program/2026/50hertz-house-techno-cafe-rembrandt-square-sunday-evening-2130-0300/2803860/
“Kollectiv is back with friends to wrap up ADE on Sunday night at 50:Hertz House & Techno Café. Join us for the last hours of the festival as a diverse lineup comes together in an intimate setting to celebrate the love of underground music. Addictive grooves and uplifting melodies to give you the perfect experience to end your musical journey in Amsterdam on a high note!”
Venue: 50:Hertz Lunar café (Rembrandt Square)
