Mainstage / EDM Festivals in Netherlands

Luminosity Beach Festival is the world's premier trance music event, held annually on the stunning beaches of Zandvoort. It brings together over 100 artists for four days of pure trance, progressive, and techno energy.

Breda Live is a prominent two-day music festival in the Netherlands, celebrated for its unique 'Brabantian' atmosphere and a diverse lineup featuring both Dutch pop icons and international electronic artists. Attracting around 30,000 visitors annually, the festival offers multiple stages and immersive experiences like a Silent Disco and Gig Karaoke Caravan.

Down The Rabbit Hole is a premier three-day music festival held at De Groene Heuvels, featuring a diverse mix of indie, rock, and electronic music. The event is renowned for its psychedelic atmosphere, lakeside swimming, and vibrant art installations across several iconic circus-tent stages.

Modular is a premier electronic music festival in Rotterdam known for its industrial warehouse parties and vibrant open-air editions focused on techno and house. The event series curates high-energy experiences featuring a blend of global headline DJs and emerging underground talent in unique locations like Maassilo and Stadshaven Brouwerij.

By the Creek is an annual music festival held in Vianen, Netherlands, at the Recreatieterrein Middelwaard. It is characterised by its unique setting, with stages situated both on the beach and beneath a towering concrete bridge, delivering piercing rhythms to the crowd.

Awakenings Summer Festival is the flagship summer event of the iconic Dutch techno brand, held at the scenic Beekse Bergen Safari Park. It features over 120 artists across multiple stages, delivering a comprehensive exploration of techno, house, and electronic music subgenres.

Bospop is a long-running annual music festival held in Weert, Netherlands, specializing in classic rock, pop, and blues genres with a mix of international and local artists. Originally established in 1980, the festival is renowned for its friendly, cozy atmosphere and its consistent ability to host legendary acts alongside contemporary performers.

Zwarte Cross is the largest paid festival in the Netherlands, famously blending professional motocross racing with a diverse program of music, stunts, and theater. Held annually in Lichtenvoorde, the event is celebrated for its unique, humorous atmosphere and wide variety of performances across multiple stages.

City of Dance Festival is an annual electronic music event transforming its grounds into a vibrant jungle of music and lights, showcasing a diverse spectrum of electronic genres. It features over 200 artists across eight stages, complete with advanced sound systems, LED screens, laser shows, and a spectacular fireworks display.

Matrixx at the Park is a prominent multi-day music festival that transforms Nijmegen into a vibrant celebration during the annual Vierdaagsefeesten, showcasing a diverse range of electronic genres alongside pop and urban acts. This free-entry event offers an energetic open-air experience with multiple stages featuring top DJs and live artists.

Solar Weekend is a creative crossover festival in Roermond that blends house, techno, and hip-hop with theatrical art and a signature holiday campsite vibe. The event is renowned for its immersive playground atmosphere, featuring water battles, fairground rides, and interactive art installations.

The World Pride Music Festival Amsterdam 2026 is a premier two-night event at AFAS Live featuring global headliners and cutting-edge DJs as part of the city's historic WorldPride celebrations. This landmark festival honors the 25th anniversary of marriage equality in the Netherlands through high-energy performances and immersive production in a global celebration of unity.

Paradigm Festival is a distinctive electronic music event in Groningen, recognized as one of the most versatile and innovative in the Netherlands for its programming of techno and house artists. It cultivates a unique, non-conformist atmosphere within an industrial setting, aiming to transform the traditional club and festival experience.

Dance Valley is the world's longest-running daytime electronic music festival, held annually in the scenic Spaarnwoude valley near Amsterdam. Often called the 'Woodstock of Dance,' it features over ten stages covering genres from house and techno to trance and hardstyle.

Zin In De Zomer Fest is a vibrant Dutch music festival held at the Velsen Valley in Spaarnwoude, featuring a diverse lineup of urban, pop, and dance performances. Successor to the Dutch Valley event, it offers multiple stages and a festive atmosphere tailored for a young adult audience celebrating the peak of summer.

Mystic Garden Festival is an immersive electronic music event that blends fairytale-inspired decor and theatrical performances with underground techno and house music. Starting in 2026, the festival transitions into a multi-day 'Weekender' experience held in the scenic Horsterwold forest.

Duikboot Festival is an electronic music event in Breda, Netherlands, celebrated for its diverse programming of house, techno, disco, and urban genres. It offers an immersive experience with cutting-edge sound and lighting, creative installations, and a vibrant atmosphere by the water, attracting over 10,000 visitors.

Hullabaloo is a vibrant multi-genre music festival held in Groningen's Stadspark, featuring an immersive musical village atmosphere. The event showcases a diverse blend of pop, electronic, and hip-hop artists across multiple creative stages.

Smeerboel Festival is an annual electronic music event in the Netherlands, celebrated for its diverse programming spanning house, techno, and disco, and often marking the vibrant close of the festival season. Attendees can expect a lively atmosphere with multiple stages, creative activities, and immersive art installations, drawing around 20,000 visitors.

The Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) is the world's most influential electronic music festival and conference, transforming the city into a global hub for dance culture. Celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2026, it hosts over 1,000 events across hundreds of venues including clubs, museums, and galleries.

AMF, the Amsterdam Music Festival, is a premier electronic dance music event held annually in Amsterdam's Johan Cruyff Arena during the Amsterdam Dance Event. The festival is widely recognized for hosting the prestigious DJ Mag Top 100 DJs awards ceremony alongside performances from the world's leading DJs.

Amsterdam Music Festival is the Netherlands' largest electronic music event, serving as the grand finale of the Amsterdam Dance Event and a platform for the world's top DJs. It is renowned for its cutting-edge production, featuring immersive stage designs, advanced lighting, and pyrotechnics that create a truly electrifying atmosphere for a global audience.

Le Guess Who? is a city-wide festival in Utrecht, Netherlands, dedicated to experimental, boundary-pushing, and globally diverse musical acts. It transforms the city into a discovery playground, hosting performances in various venues like churches, theaters, and warehouses.

Transmission Netherlands is a premier indoor trance music festival held at the GelreDome in Arnhem, known for being one of the world's largest 'one-room' dance events. The festival is celebrated for its breathtaking audiovisual production, combining immersive storytelling and massive laser shows with performances by elite international DJs.