Amsterdam Dance Event announces massive first line-up for 2025 edition

Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) has unveiled more than 350 artists confirmed for its 2025 edition, taking place from October 22–26.

Recognised as the world’s largest electronic music festival and conference, ADE once again proves its global pull with a stacked initial line-up featuring Argy, Boys Noize, DJ Fuckoff, Fafi Abdel Nour, Helena Hauff, Jennifer Loveless, Marcel Dettmann, Octo Octa, Patrick Mason, Sara Landry, Silva Bumpa, Talismann and many more.

Among the early highlights: Skepta brings his Más Tiempo label to Shelter, Job Jobse is set for a special four-hour set, and both Black Coffee and Klangkuenstler will headline solo shows at Ziggo Dome.

Also announced: South African powerhouse DBN Gogo will headline the ADE Opening Concert, while techno icon Dave Clarke celebrates 20 Years of Dave Clarke Presents.

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So far, over 100 events have been confirmed for the ADE Festival program, spanning genres from drum’n’bass and deep house to live elektro concerts, hard dance and more.

Attendees can also expect a wide range of event formats and locations; from warehouses and basement raves to boat parties, all-night-long sets and morning sessions.

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With more names still to be revealed, this first wave marks the beginning of what will become a city-wide takeover, featuring more than 3,000 artists across 200+ venues this October.

Individual event tickets are now available, alongside the ADE Pro Pass, which grants access to the full conference and networking schedule.

More info on the ADE official website here.

Amira Waworuntu is Mixmag Asia’s Managing Editor, follow her on Instagram.

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