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ADE 2026: look back and announcement dates ADE 2027

26 October 2026

Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) proved once again this year to be the epicenter of the electronic music scene. The 30 YEARS ADE edition was characterized by a multidisciplinary program in which club culture, institutions, and public spaces seamlessly merged across more than 300 locations. From nearly 4,000 performing artists to groundbreaking gatherings and conferences, this was ADE 2026.

1996 – 2026: 30 years of ADE

In 1996, the very first edition of ADE took place. After 30 years, the 2026 edition marked the maturity of electronic music culture. It is clear that ADE is still the foundation that shows that electronic music is an art form and a thriving business. A few highlights:

Swan Lake Remixed for ADE: Het Nationale Ballet and ISH Dance Collective brought together classical ballet and modern choreography in a sold-out performance at the Gashouder.
Kybba x Metropole Orkest: In the Melkweg, the energy of dancehall sound systems and the power of symphonic arrangements met.
END of Boris Acket: In the Central Market Hall, multidisciplinary artist Boris Acket joined forces with the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra on the opening night. Elias Mazian, Djrum, and choreographer Kianí Del Valle were also part of the special collaborations.
Jean-Michel Jarre: The French electronic music pioneer was the official guest of honor at ADE. In Felix Meritis, he delved into artificial intelligence and spatial sound, followed by a live performance at AFAS Live.
ADE Lab: At Westergas, ADE Lab expanded its program with the free ADE Lab Discovery and the new academy program ADE Lab On Track. Both programs focus on the development of new talent and professionals.
Nighttime Culture Index: ADE and VibeLab launched the first edition of the Nighttime Culture Index, an international initiative that maps the cultural vitality of cities worldwide. The research includes more than 12,000 line-ups, 3,000 venues, and 30,000 cultural events.

ADE 2027

For five days and nights, Amsterdam was all about electronic music. Did you miss it? Or you can’t get enough? Mark October 20 to 24, 2027, in your calendar. Then ADE 2027 will take place. Look back at ADE.nl or pre-register now.

Header image: Swan Lake Remixed (photo by Tom Doms)

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