Introduction
Amsterdam Dance Event is the world's leading electronic music event, taking over the city from 21 to 25 October 2026 with hundreds of parties, concerts, conferences and workshops across countless venues.
For five days in October, ADE turns Amsterdam into the global capital of electronic music. By day there are talks, workshops and a conference programme for the industry; by night, hundreds of events run across clubs, warehouses and concert halls, from underground techno to big-name headliners. It draws fans and professionals from all over the world.
Why visit
If you love electronic music, there's nothing else quite like it - a whole city programmed around dance music for almost a week. Nights start late and finish very late, so plan and book ahead.
Practical information
Tickets
Events are ticketed individually and an ADE pass is available for parts of the programme. Popular nights sell out, so book well ahead through the official site.
Getting around
Venues are spread right across the city, including Noord. Public transport runs late but gets busy after big shows; plan your route home in advance.
Good to know
Most club nights are 18+ and busy. Check the official programme for line-ups, venues and the conference schedule.
Tickets
Details indicative — confirm dates and tickets with the organiser.