The Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE), renowned as the globe's premier festival and business hub for electronic music, has unveiled the first wave of artists slated to perform in 2024. The event, set to take place from October 16-20, promises a diverse array of talent, with over 300 artists already confirmed.
Notable performers include Benga from the UK, Germany’s Brutalismus 3000 and FJAAK, Four Tet from the UK, the US’s Honey Dijon and Jeff Mills, Spain’s Indira Paganotto, Germany’s KlangKuenstler, South Africa’s Major League DJz, and the Netherlands’ Martin Garrix, among others. These artists represent the first 10% of the ADE lineup, with more announcements on the horizon.
The festival will host more than 100 events across various locations in Amsterdam. Highlights include Awakenings Upclose, a series of over 20 events at A’DAM Toren, a packed DGTL roster with seven events, Tomorrowland presents Our Story, alongside AMF, HE.SHE.THEY., Into the Woods, Verknipt, Straf_werk, Loveland, Speedy J’s STOOR, and Dave Clarke presents.
ADE is celebrated for its extensive reach, offering over 1,000 events across 200+ locations throughout Amsterdam. It covers all subgenres and subcultures of electronic music, making it a comprehensive gathering for artists, DJs, and music enthusiasts.
Among the initial 10% of artists and DJs confirmed are a mix of established and emerging talents such as 6EJOU (France), 999999999 (Italy), ALCATRAZ (Germany), Anetha (France), Anz (UK), Avalon Emerson (US), Azyr (UK), Barry Can’t Swim (UK), BELLA (Netherlands), Ben Klock (Germany), and many more. This diverse lineup showcases the global nature of ADE, with artists from countries like Canada, Turkey, Switzerland, Belgium, and beyond.
The complete ADE 2024 program will be revealed in the coming months. Individual tickets and the ADE Pro Pass, which offers access to a variety of events and conferences, are available through ADE’s official channels.
The Amsterdam Dance Event Foundation, a not-for-profit organization, organizes this event. The foundation is committed to fostering the growth and innovation of electronic music and its culture worldwide. By gathering industry leaders and nurturing talent, the foundation aims to lay the groundwork for future generations of electronic music artists.
About ADE
The Amsterdam Dance Event, initiated by Buma, has evolved into a significant festival and conference for electronic music. Each year, it features over 2,500 artists and 600 speakers across nearly 200 venues. The five-day event attracts visitors from over 146 countries, highlighting various aspects of electronic music culture through dedicated conference programming, an Arts & Culture program, and numerous live performances spread throughout Amsterdam.
For more information about ADE and to purchase tickets, visit the official ADE website by clicking here!
