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Amsterdam Dance Event 2026
October 21–25 2026
Amsterdam (NL)
Professional Activities
For the ninth year, Belgium Booms and the Flemish Arts Centre de Brakke Grond are joining forces at Amsterdam Dance Event with their campaign Belgium By Night.
Belgium’s influence on electronic music, both in its pioneering years and today, can hardly be overstated. That’s why we are dedicated to promoting Belgian electronic music at the world’s largest nightlife festival and conference!
Belgian Hangover Brunch
We're once again hosting the Belgian Hangover Brunch. Join us for our annual get-together and connect with other pro’s! Fill out this form to claim your spot.
Date: Thursday, October 22
Location: Flemish Arts Centre de Brakke Grond
Timings: 9:30 - 11:30
RSVP deadline: 14 October.
Sound Of Belgium (the panel discussion)
From highway-side club palazzos to a humble kiosk in Brussels’ Warandepark. From community-driven havens like Horst and Waking Life to Tomorrowland’s global stage. Belgium has always been an inspiration. As its sound continues to reverberate across its borders, we're diving into what makes the country’s electronic landscape so unique.
Date: Thursday, October 22
Location: Flemish Arts Centre de Brakke Grond
Timings: 12:00 - 13:00
Sound Of Belgium (the party)
Lowlands unite! We’re supporting Breakfast Club and Kiosk Radio in their celebration of the sound of the Belgian underground. No less than seven Belgian-Dutch b2b DJ sets will make for an unforgettable night!
Date: Friday, October 23
Location: Pllek
Timings: 18:00 - 04:00
With the support of Ticketmaster, Sabam and PlayRight, and powered by Lotto.
Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) is the most upfront, influential and educational gathering for electronic music and its industry. With its conference, festival and educational breeding ground, ADE is able to create not only the biggest yearly industry tent-pole moment, but also a solid foundation for future generations of electronic music professionals. The event attracts a total of more than 1,000 events in nearly 200 locations across its multidisciplinary program; for five days and nights, the city of Amsterdam truly breathes electronic music.