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Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE)

The global summit and marketplace of electronic music.

Amsterdam, Netherlands · Oct 21-25 2026

WHY IT MATTERS

The global summit and marketplace of electronic music.

THE NIGHT

What you’re here for

  • Awakenings
  • DGTL
  • Paradiso
  • De School-style clubs
BASE CAMP

Where to stay

  • Amsterdam center
BETWEEN IT ALL

What to eat

  • Dutch dining
  • late-night eats
BEFORE YOU BOOK

Know before you go

  • 30th edition; 2025 drew 600k visitors; get Pro Pass for industry access
QUICK ANSWERS

The practical bits

when is ade 2027

Typically Oct 21-25 2026. Next edition: 21 October 2026. Dates are set.

is an ade pro pass worth it

The global summit and marketplace of electronic music. Typically Oct 21-25 2026.

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