ADE 2025: How to make the most of the Amsterdam Dance Event

The Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) returns from October 22–26, 2025, bringing together the global electronic music community for five days of creativity, connection, and celebration.
More than just a festival, ADE blends conference, nightlife, and innovation, offering a unique meeting point for artists, producers, label managers, DJs and music professionals from around the world.

1. Discover Amsterdam: ADE by Day & ADE by Night

The Amsterdam Dance Event is built around two main experiences: ADE by Day and ADE by Night.
ADE by Day represents the festival’s creative core. During the daytime, Amsterdam becomes a hub for panels, workshops, exhibitions, pop-ups, and the ADE Lab, where emerging artists can connect with professionals, submit demos, and learn from leading figures in the industry.
When night falls, ADE by Night takes over. More than 300 clubs, venues, and off-locations across the city transform into stages for international headliners and rising underground acts. From Gashouder and Paradiso to Ziggo Dome, every night showcases the diversity of electronic music.
Tip: Plan your schedule to enjoy both sides of ADE, inspiration during the day and music and encounters at night. Download offline maps in Google Maps to move easily between venues without missing a highlight.

2. Choose the right pass

ADE offers different passes depending on your goals and focus:

• ADE Pro Pass: Full access to all conferences, panels, networking events, matchmaking sessions, and the official festival program.
• ADE Lab Pass: Designed for producers and up-and-coming talent looking to join workshops, masterclasses and demo sessions.
• Festival & Single Tickets: Perfect for those mainly interested in the music and live shows.

The Pro Pass also includes entry to Business Hubs, matchmaking platforms, and dedicated networking spaces. Tickets tend to sell out early, so it’s worth securing yours in advance to benefit from lower prices.

3. Plan your musical highlights

ADE’s festival program features over 1,200 events spread across 300 locations throughout Amsterdam — from intimate club nights to major performances in iconic venues.
Take time to explore the official ADE program and curate your own schedule. Use filters for genre, location and time to make sure you experience the artists and shows that matter most to you.

4. Network with intention

ADE is the ultimate place to connect with the people who shape the electronic music industry. To make the most of it:

• Set clear goals about which labels, distributors, or artists you’d like to meet.
• Use the networking tools and Business Hubs included with the Pro Pass.
• Arrange meetings in advance or be open to spontaneous encounters — popular meeting spots include Felix Meritis, the Andaz Hotel, and around The Hoxton.

Some of the most valuable partnerships start from casual conversations over coffee or between panels.

5. Experience ADE – Even without a pass

Even if you don’t have a conference ticket, being in Amsterdam during ADE is worth it. The entire city becomes a living celebration of electronic music, with off-events, pop-ups, and afterparties happening everywhere.
ADE also promotes safety and sustainability through initiatives like Celebrate Safe, encouraging visitors to enjoy responsibly and support a positive club culture.

The Amsterdam Dance Event 2025 is essential for anyone serious about electronic music. It’s where inspiration, education, and opportunity come together — a place to grow your network, refine your skills and experience the scene at its best.

Your 3-step plan:

1. Choose the right pass (Pro, Lab, or Festival)
2. Plan your schedule and meetings ahead of time
3. Be present — stay open, connect and make it count

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See you in Amsterdam!