Melodic & Progressive Festivals in Western Europe
218 festivals across the region
Curated by Sarah Pagel · Last verified 2 April 2026
Melodic & Progressive music is defined by its masterful sonic architecture, weaving intricate layers of evolving synthesis and expansive soundscapes. Characterized by a meticulous attention to detail, its defining sounds often feature arpeggiated sequences, rich harmonic progressions, and driving yet nuanced rhythmic foundations. Technical elements include sophisticated sound design, often with subtle modulations and filter sweeps, creating a sense of constant forward motion and emotional depth. These tracks build meticulously, inviting listeners into immersive, often long-form sonic narratives that demand focused engagement.
Culturally, Melodic & Progressive has fostered a deeply devoted global community, transcending fleeting trends to become a foundational pillar of electronic music. Its scene evolved from underground movements, valuing artistic integrity and the collective experience of extended sonic journeys. The enduring appeal lies in its ability to evoke profound emotions and create a sense of shared transcendence on the dancefloor. It offers more than just beats; it provides a narrative, a journey that rewards patience and immersion, continually inspiring new generations of producers and enthusiasts with its innovative spirit.
DGTL Festival Amsterdam 2026
Apr 3, 2026 - Apr 5, 2026
DGTL Amsterdam is a leading electronic music festival held at the industrial NDSM Docklands, renowned for its cutting-edge techno and house lineups. The festival is a global pioneer in sustainability, having achieved fully circular and carbon-neutral operations.
All Day I Dream of London 2026
Apr 4, 2026 - Apr 4, 2026
All Day I Dream of London is a music event that takes place at Studio 338 in Greenwich, London. The event is known for bringing Lee Burridge back to Studio 338 with special guests.
Snowbombing 2026
Apr 6, 2026 - Apr 11, 2026
Counterflows 2026
Apr 9, 2026 - Apr 12, 2026
Counterflows is Glasgow’s premier festival of experimental and marginal music, featuring an international program of performances, commissions, and community-focused discussions. It celebrates boundary-pushing artistic exploration and DIY culture across various venues in the city.
Virage Summer 2026
Apr 10, 2026 - Apr 11, 2026
Virage Summer offers a vibrant series of electronic music events at an open-air Parisian venue, distinguished by its inclusive and multidisciplinary programming. It fosters a welcoming atmosphere with a strong focus on LGBTQIA+ communities, setting Parisian nights alight with diverse performances.
Electric Mountain Festival 2026
Apr 13, 2026 - Apr 18, 2026
Oranjebloesem 2026
Apr 27, 2026 - Apr 27, 2026
Oranjebloesem is a prominent electronic music festival held annually on King's Day, transforming the iconic Olympisch Stadion into a vibrant celebration of diverse electronic dance music styles. Attracting around 30,000 attendees, it features multiple stages showcasing both renowned and emerging artists in techno, house, and trance.
Kingsland Festival Amsterdam 2026
Apr 27, 2026 - Apr 27, 2026
Kingsland Festival is the largest music event in the Netherlands held on King's Day, featuring high-energy performances from top EDM, house, and hardstyle artists. The festival takes over major venues like Amsterdam's Olympic Stadium, turning the city into a vibrant celebration of Dutch culture and electronic music.
Hai in den Mai 2026
Apr 30, 2026 - May 3, 2026
Hai in den Mai is a psytrance music festival that takes place at Waldfrieden in Stemwede, Germany. Known as the Waldfrieden-Season-Opener, it offers immersive nights with visuals, workshops, and a community spirit.
Mayday Dortmund 2026
Apr 30, 2026 - May 1, 2026
MAYDAY Dortmund is one of the world's most legendary indoor electronic music festivals, traditionally held on the night before May 1st. Known as the 'Mother of all Raves,' it features a massive multi-floor lineup of techno, trance, and hardstyle in the Westfalenhallen complex.
Tunes On The Bay 2026
May 1, 2026 - May 3, 2026
Tunes On The Bay is a three-day music festival held on the sands of Swansea Bay, showcasing a diverse lineup of major headliners, tribute acts, and local talent. The family-friendly event offers a coastal party atmosphere complete with beach yoga, silent discos, and a variety of food and drink vendors.
Hangar Festival 2026
May 1, 2026 - May 2, 2026
Hangar Festival is a prominent electronic music experience held along the Brussels Canal, known for combining acclaimed artists with comfort and food in an industrial setting. This two-day event emphasizes inclusivity and safety, offering a diverse lineup of techno and house artists.
Mint Festival 2026
May 2, 2026 - May 3, 2026
MiNT Festival is a leading electronic music event in Leeds, showcasing top-tier house, techno, and UK bass music at Newsam Green Farm. It traditionally opens the summer festival season with high-spec production and an intimate boutique atmosphere.
Pavilion Festival 2026
May 2, 2026 - May 3, 2026
Pavilion Festival is an electronic music seaside weekender in Ayr, Scotland, founded by Ewan McVicar and the STREETrave team. It brings world-class house and techno DJs to the picturesque Low Green at Ayr Beach.
Queen's Yard Summer Party 2026
May 2, 2026 - May 2, 2026
Queen's Yard Summer Party is a multi-venue electronic music festival celebrating UK underground sounds and local talent across Hackney Wick. This distinctive event transforms the area into a dynamic hub of music, art, and culture, integrating local food and drink experiences.
Mapping Festival 2026
May 7, 2026 - May 17, 2026
Mapping Festival is an international event in Geneva dedicated to audiovisual art, technological innovation, and digital culture, known for transforming urban spaces with live visuals and immersive installations. It showcases avant-garde digital arts through a diverse program of performances, workshops, and electronic music, attracting both local and international artists and audiences.
Music On Festival 2026
May 9, 2026 - May 10, 2026
Founded by legendary DJ Marco Carola, Music On Festival is a premier electronic music event in Amsterdam that celebrates the best of techno and house. The festival takes place in the scenic Meerpark, offering an immersive outdoor experience with world-class sound and production.
The Great Escape Festival 2026
May 13, 2026 - May 16, 2026
The Great Escape is an annual four-day music festival in Brighton, UK, that showcases over 450 emerging artists across more than 30 walkable venues. It serves as a global platform for talent discovery and features a major industry conference with panels and networking events.
Tante Mia Tanzt 2026
May 14, 2026 - May 14, 2026
Tante Mia Tanzt is Germany's largest electronic music festival in the Northwest, offering multiple stages with a diverse range of EDM, House, Techno, and Hardstyle. This annual event attracts tens of thousands of attendees with its international DJ line-up and immersive atmosphere.
Insane Festival 2026
May 14, 2026 - May 16, 2026
Insane Festival is a prominent electronic music gathering in Southern France, celebrating its 10th anniversary with a diverse program spanning techno, hard music, and trance across five immersive stages. This three-day event is known for its high-energy atmosphere, cutting-edge production, and a strong community focus on freedom and respect.
Awakenings Upclose 2026
May 16, 2026 - May 17, 2026
Awakenings Upclose is an intimate techno festival held at Spaarnwoude-park in the Netherlands, designed to foster a closer connection between artists and the crowd through dancefloor-focused experiences. This event offers a more personal, stripped-back alternative to the brand's massive flagship festivals, emphasizing underground sounds and immersive rave conditions.
The Dansant 2026
May 17, 2026 - May 17, 2026
Thé Dansant is a distinctive Belgian electronic music festival known for transforming unique historic locations, such as abbeys and castles, into vibrant Sunday afternoon parties. It offers a laid-back atmosphere with a focus on local electronic artists and often incorporates creative themes and dress codes.
Springfestival 2026
May 20, 2026 - May 24, 2026
Springfestival is a prominent electronic music and art festival in Graz, Austria, recognized for its significant contribution to the electronic music and club culture scene. It serves as a vibrant gathering for diverse live acts, DJs, and enthusiasts, fostering a unique blend of aural enrichment and cultural hedonism.
Klub Dramatik 2026
May 20, 2026 - May 24, 2026
Klub Dramatik is a cutting-edge electronic music festival in Belgium, celebrated for its diverse programming of house, techno, and bass music. It cultivates a vibrant community through its immersive atmosphere, avant-garde performers, and captivating visual identity.
Hyperreality 2026
May 21, 2026 - May 23, 2026
Hyperreality is an annual festival for experimental and electronic music, known for transforming a historic architectural site into an immersive space for sound experimentation and club culture. It champions music as a transgressive art form, fostering collective experiences and amplifying diverse voices within its unique architectural setting.
Art Rock 2026
May 22, 2026 - May 24, 2026
Art Rock is a long-running multidisciplinary urban festival in Saint-Brieuc, France, known for its fusion of diverse music genres with contemporary dance, street arts, and visual and digital arts. This engaged event transforms the city center into a vibrant cultural hub, also featuring a dedicated gastronomy festival.
Extrema Outdoor Belgium 2026
May 22, 2026 - May 24, 2026
Extrema Outdoor Belgium is a premier electronic music festival set in the scenic forest and lakeside surroundings of De Plas in Houthalen-Helchteren. It features over 100 international and underground house and techno artists across seven distinct stages.
Festival Le Bon Air 2026
May 22, 2026 - May 24, 2026
Cercle Festival 2026
May 22, 2026 - May 24, 2026
Cercle Festival is a premier biennial electronic music event staged at the National Air and Space Museum of France, featuring performances among historic aircraft and rockets. The 2026 edition expands to a three-day experience, bringing a curated lineup of world-class house and techno artists to the tarmac of Le Bourget.
HowTheLightGetsIn 2026
May 22, 2026 - May 25, 2026
HowTheLightGetsIn is the world's largest philosophy and music festival, hosted annually in the United Kingdom across locations in Hay-on-Wye and London. The event features an eclectic mix of intellectual debates, live music, and comedy, bringing together world-leading thinkers and artists to explore provocative ideas.
Ikarus Festival 2026
May 22, 2026 - May 25, 2026
Ikarus Festival is Southern Germany's premier electronic camping event, transforming a former military airfield into a high-energy playground across eight themed stages. Attendees experience a diverse blend of techno, hardstyle, and psytrance in a unique industrial-natural setting.
Le Jardin du Michel 2026
May 22, 2026 - May 24, 2026
LOA Festival Luxembourg 2026
May 22, 2026 - May 23, 2026
LOA Festival is Luxembourg's premier electronic music festival, presenting a vibrant open-air experience with diverse genres across multiple stages. Known for its stunning decorations, special effects, and a lively atmosphere, this event draws a large international crowd for its twice-yearly editions.
Field Day Festival 2026
May 23, 2026 - May 23, 2026
Field Day is a premier electronic music festival in London that showcases a curated mix of underground electronic, techno, and house artists. Recently relocated to Brockwell Park, it remains a cornerstone of the UK's early summer festival calendar.
Anjunadeep Berlin 2026
May 23, 2026 - May 23, 2026
Anjunadeep Berlin is a daytime open air and club festival held at Ritter Butzke in Berlin. It is known for its deep music style and a blend of dreamy and sun-soaked house music.
Marvellous Island Festival 2026
May 23, 2026 - May 24, 2026
Marvellous Island is a vibrant electronic music festival held on the sandy shores of Torcy Lake near Paris, featuring five immersive stages and a natural woodland setting. It brings together over 80 artists across two days, blending underground techno and house with cutting-edge digital scenography.
Brunch Electronik France 2026
May 23, 2026 - May 23, 2026
Komm Schon Alter 2026
May 23, 2026 - May 23, 2026
Komm Schon Alter is a distinctive electronic music festival in Amsterdam, celebrated for its curated melodic house and techno programming and its unique 24+ age restriction, fostering a mature and inclusive atmosphere. It's designed as a 'playground for grown-ups,' encouraging attendees to express themselves freely and connect with a community of like-minded individuals.
Love Saves the Day 2026
May 23, 2026 - May 24, 2026
Love Saves the Day is Bristol's premier multi-genre music festival, held annually over the May Bank Holiday weekend at the historic Ashton Court Estate. The event showcases a diverse lineup of electronic, hip-hop, and indie artists across multiple creative stages, celebrating the city's vibrant underground culture.
Land Beyond Festival 2026
May 24, 2026 - May 24, 2026
Land Beyond: Origins 2026 is a massive one-day electronic music celebration returning to Brighton's East Brighton Park on the May Bank Holiday. This special edition features three high-production stages hosting leading names in house, drum and bass, and garage.
Cross the Tracks 2026
May 24, 2026 - May 24, 2026
Cross The Tracks is London's premier jazz, funk, and soul festival, held annually in the scenic Brockwell Park. The event features a diverse lineup of heritage legends and emerging artists alongside a rich selection of street food and craft beer.
PollerWiesen 2026
May 24, 2026 - May 24, 2026
PollerWiesen is an established electronic music festival known for transforming its park setting into a vibrant open-air celebration of diverse electronic sounds. Featuring multiple scenic stages, it offers an immersive experience for thousands of electronic music enthusiasts.
Open Ear Festival 2026
May 28, 2026 - May 31, 2026
Open Ear Festival is an annual Irish electronic music event on Sherkin Island, celebrated for its intimate atmosphere and focus on experimental, avant-garde sounds and site-specific installations. It champions underrepresented Irish artists and offers a unique "one stage, one audience" experience for its limited attendees.
Trance In The Woods 2026
May 29, 2026 - May 30, 2026
Trance In The Woods is a premier outdoor electronic music festival in the United Kingdom, featuring international trance DJs across multiple stages in a scenic woodland setting. The event offers an immersive experience with high-end production, camping, and glamping options, currently hosted at Thoresby Park.
Ealu Le Gra 2026
May 29, 2026 - Jun 1, 2026
Éalú Le Grá is a boutique camping music and arts festival in the Irish countryside, known for its vibrant celebration of electronic, live, and experimental music, art, and community spirit. This intimate event features multiple stages, immersive art installations, and a focus on wellness and connection.
Anjunadeep Open Air Manchester 2026
May 30, 2026 - May 30, 2026
Anjunadeep Open Air Manchester 2026 is a one-day electronic music event in Manchester, taking place at Square One at Progress. It transforms an inner-city space into an open-air dancefloor, featuring Anjunadeep's production and a line-up of Anjunadeep artists.
Thuishaven Summer Festival 2026
May 30, 2026 - May 30, 2026
Thuishaven Summer Festival is an electronic music event set within a distinctive industrial landscape in Amsterdam, offering a unique blend of indoor and open-air stages. The festival is renowned for its vibrant atmosphere, featuring surreal decorations and diverse electronic music programming.
Toffler Festival 2026
May 30, 2026 - May 30, 2026
Toffler Festival transforms Rotterdam's Roel Langerakpark into an electronic music haven, consistently featuring renowned international and national artists in house and techno. This outdoor event is celebrated for its high-quality lineup and immersive atmosphere.
Forbidden Fruit Festival 2026
May 30, 2026 - May 31, 2026
Forbidden Fruit Festival is Ireland's longest-running city-center music and arts festival, known for its urban setting and a strong focus on electronic music. It offers a vibrant mix of music, art, and community across multiple stages, often featuring prominent local and international electronic acts.
Forbidden Forest 2026
Jun 4, 2026 - Jun 7, 2026
Forbidden Forest is an immersive electronic music festival held in the historic grounds of Belvoir Castle, featuring a mix of house, techno, and drum and bass. The festival provides a unique woodland party experience with high-end production and a diverse community of dance music enthusiasts.
Zuruck zu den Wurzeln Festival 2026
Jun 4, 2026 - Jun 7, 2026
Zurück zu den Wurzeln Festival transforms a former military airfield into a magical forest, offering an immersive experience of diverse electronic music genres and cultural programming. Attendees can explore numerous hidden floors featuring techno, psytrance, and house, alongside workshops, art installations, and a strong emphasis on community and sustainability.
Chocolate Festival 2026
Jun 5, 2026 - Jun 6, 2026
CHOCOLATE Festival offers an immersive electronic music experience set against the stunning backdrop of Lake Geneva, blending international headliners with rising Swiss talents. This human-scale event is renowned for its carefully crafted scenography, light, and lakeside atmosphere, delivering two days of diverse electronic sounds.
Free Your Mind Festival 2026
Jun 6, 2026 - Jun 7, 2026
Free Your Mind Festival is one of the Netherlands' oldest electronic music festivals, held annually at the historic Stadsblokken in Arnhem. The event features a diverse blend of house and techno across multiple stages on the banks of the Rhine.
Rakete Open Air - The Lake 2026
Jun 6, 2026 - Jun 6, 2026
Rakete Open Air - The Lake is an iconic electronic music day festival known for its vibrant atmosphere and stunning lakeside setting. Attendees can enjoy pulsating beats amidst colorful decorations, with panoramic views of Lake Zurich and the surrounding mountains.
Amsterdam Open Air 2026
Jun 6, 2026 - Jun 7, 2026
Amsterdam Open Air is a premier collaboration of the city's creative promoters, transforming Gaasperpark into a multi-stage playground of electronic music, fashion, and art. The festival offers a diverse mix of house, techno, pop, and hip-hop across ten distinct stages, celebrating the vibrant culture of Amsterdam's nightlife.
Docklands Festival 2026
Jun 6, 2026 - Jun 7, 2026
Docklands Festival is a premier 24-hour electronic music event in Münster, transforming the industrial Hawerkamp district into a massive playground for house and techno. It features over 100 artists across multiple open-air stages and various indoor club floors for a non-stop day-and-night celebration.
Gottwood Festival 2026
Jun 11, 2026 - Jun 14, 2026
Gottwood is an independent boutique electronic music and arts festival held in the intimate, remote woodland setting of the Carreglwyd Estate in Anglesey, Wales. It is highly regarded for its diverse underground lineups, immersive visual production, and unique atmosphere.
Borsbucht Festival 2026
Jun 12, 2026 - Jun 14, 2026
Bosburcht Festival is a music event held at Kasteel De Berckt in Baarlo, Netherlands. It is distinctive for its castle estate setting and focus on deephouse, house, tech house and techno music.
Beyond The Pale 2026
Jun 12, 2026 - Jun 14, 2026
Beyond The Pale is an award-winning boutique music and arts festival held annually at the scenic Glendalough Estate in County Wicklow, Ireland. The three-day event features a curated lineup of international and local performers alongside wellness activities, high-quality food, and immersive art installations.
Lido Festival 2026
Jun 12, 2026 - Jun 14, 2026
Lido Festival is a multi-day music event debuting in June 2025 at London's Victoria Park, featuring artist-curated lineups and a strong emphasis on sustainability. The festival spans two weekends and showcases globally established headliners alongside emerging talent through a program designed to engage the local community.
Biches Festival 2026
Jun 12, 2026 - Jun 14, 2026
Biches Festival is an intimate, eco-conscious French festival nestled in the heart of Normandy, celebrated for its warm atmosphere and diverse programming of emerging and established artists. This independent event fosters a convivial environment for musical discoveries across genres like pop, electro, rock, and rap, with a strong focus on the French emerging music scene.
Moovin Festival 2026
Jun 12, 2026 - Jun 14, 2026
Moovin Festival is a boutique, independent music event held at the scenic Whitebottom Farm, known for its intimate atmosphere and eclectic mix of bass, house, soul, and reggae. Set within a lush countryside park, it offers a creative and free-spirited experience across multiple stages with a strictly limited capacity.
Pulse Festival 2026
Jun 13, 2026 - Jun 14, 2026
Pulse is one of Ireland's premier indoor electronic music festivals, traditionally held at the RDS Simmonscourt in Dublin. The event is renowned for its high-energy production and lineups featuring leading international and Irish DJs across techno, house, and EDM genres.
Isle of Summer Festival 2026
Jun 13, 2026 - Jun 13, 2026
Isle of Summer Festival is a prominent electronic music event that transforms Munich into a vibrant summer celebration. As the largest event in its series, it features four stages and over 20 international artists, delivering a full spectrum of electronic music with an unforgettable energy.
Wanderlust Festival Belgium 2026
Jun 13, 2026 - Jun 13, 2026
Wanderlust Festival is a distinctive Belgian electronic music event set within the enchanting gardens of a historic castle, offering a relaxed atmosphere centered on music, nature, and freedom. It provides a curated experience for attendees to enjoy carefully selected artists in a cozy, uncrowded setting.
Ohm Festival 2026
Jun 13, 2026 - Jun 13, 2026
Ohm Festival cultivates a distinctive electronic music experience in Delft, emphasizing a sense of togetherness and a welcoming, 'home' atmosphere for its attendees. The event showcases a range of electronic genres, including trance, techno, and house, fostering a vibrant community gathering.
Boothstock Festival 2026
Jun 13, 2026 - Jun 13, 2026
Boothstock Festival is an annual electronic music event in Rotterdam, known for its vibrant blend of house, techno, and urban genres across multiple stages. It offers an immersive experience with a stellar lineup of national and international DJs, contributing to a lively festival atmosphere.
Contre-Temps 2026
Jun 16, 2026 - Jun 28, 2026
Contre-Temps Festival is a multi-site event in Strasbourg renowned for its diverse programming of electronic, house, techno, and groove-oriented music. Celebrating a long-standing tradition, it transforms the city into a vibrant hub for discovering new talents and experiencing international headliners across various urban spaces.
Fete de la Musique 2026
Jun 18, 2026 - Jun 21, 2026
Fête de la Musique transforms Brussels into a vibrant, city-wide celebration of music, offering hundreds of free concerts across diverse venues to mark the summer solstice. This inclusive event showcases a wide array of music genres and artists, fostering a festive atmosphere and making live music accessible to all.
La Nature Festival 2026
Jun 18, 2026 - Jun 21, 2026
La Nature Festival is an intimate art and music gathering nestled in the Belgian Ardennes, known for its immersive electronic music programming and site-specific art installations. This unique event prioritizes a deep connection with its natural surroundings, offering a limited capacity for attendees to wander freely and engage with diverse artistic expressions.
Parklife Festival 2026
Jun 20, 2026 - Jun 21, 2026
Parklife is the UK's largest metropolitan music festival, held annually at Heaton Park in Manchester. The event features a diverse, world-class lineup spanning electronic, dance, hip-hop, and pop music across more than a dozen stages.
Purified London 2026
Jun 21, 2026 - Jun 21, 2026
Purified London is a music festival held at Studio 338 in Greenwich, London. Founded by Nora En Pure, it is known for its deep, melodic sound and a carefully curated lineup.
Luminosity Beach Festival 2026
Jun 25, 2026 - Jun 28, 2026
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.
Festival Au Bord De l'Eau 2026
Jun 25, 2026 - Jun 28, 2026
Festival Au Bord De l’Eau is an intimate electronic music and arts festival held annually along the emerald shores of Lake Géronde in Sierre, Switzerland. The event combines high-quality groove music and visual installations with a relaxed, eco-friendly atmosphere surrounded by the Valais mountains.
Burning Mountain Festival 2026
Jun 25, 2026 - Jun 28, 2026
Burning Mountain Festival is a high-altitude psychedelic electronic music gathering set amidst the majestic Swiss Alps, renowned for its immersive blend of nature, art, and fire installations. This four-day event offers a unique experience of radical self-expression and connection, featuring top-tier progressive and full-on psytrance artists.
Chateau Perche Festival 2026
Jun 25, 2026 - Jul 6, 2026
Chateau Perche Festival is a unique electronic music and arts event that transforms historic French châteaux into immersive, multi-sensory experiences. It is renowned for its diverse programming across numerous stages, interactive workshops, and a strong emphasis on creative expression through elaborate costumes and imaginative themes.
Terrazzza Horse Park Festival 2026
Jun 26, 2026 - Jun 27, 2026
Terrazzza Horse Park Festival is a prominent electronic music event that transforms the picturesque Horse Park into a vibrant day-rave playground, known for its carefully curated lineup of international and local electronic artists. Beyond the music, the festival offers a sensory adventure with art installations, diverse food, and chill-out zones, fostering a free-spirited community and an electrifying atmosphere.
Lago Lago 2026
Jun 26, 2026 - Jun 28, 2026
Lago Lago is a multi-day electronic music festival that uniquely blends cutting-edge electronic dance music with a luxurious, Mediterranean-inspired festival holiday experience. Set amidst natural surroundings, it cultivates a strong community atmosphere with a focus on leisure and high-quality programming.
Paradise City 2026
Jun 26, 2026 - Jun 28, 2026
AERO Festival 2026
Jun 26, 2026 - Jun 27, 2026
AERO Festival transforms a unique airport setting into an electrifying open-air celebration of electronic music, blending aviation flair with cutting-edge sound and light against a stunning Alpine backdrop. This two-day event features top DJs and spectacular acts, creating a pulsating dance floor for an unforgettable rave experience.
Garorock 2026
Jun 26, 2026 - Jun 28, 2026
Nous'klaer Festival 2026
Jun 27, 2026 - Jun 27, 2026
Nous'klaer Festival is a one-day music event that takes place at Brutus, an art space located in Rotterdam. The festival is closely linked to the Nous'klaer Audio label, presenting the label's distinctive sound and artists, and often features premieres of new releases and multidisciplinary performances.
Evasion Festival 2026
Jun 27, 2026 - Jun 28, 2026
Evasion Festival is an immersive electronic music retreat set on a white sand beach within a vast natural park, offering multiple stages dedicated to house, techno, and trance. This distinctive event blends high-energy performances with a focus on nature, community, and ecological initiatives.
51st State Festival 2026
Jun 27, 2026 - Jun 27, 2026
51st State Festival is a vibrant celebration of house, soul, and garage music, exploring the genre's roots and its connections across the US, UK, and Caribbean. This event features multiple state-of-the-art arenas, a large open-air courtyard, and a curated lineup of legendary artists and emerging talent.
Worldwide Festival Sete 2026
Jun 28, 2026 - Jul 5, 2026
Westival 2026
Jul 2, 2026 - Jul 5, 2026
Westival is an intimate, independent music and arts festival set against the scenic coastal backdrop of Pembrokeshire, Wales. The event features an eclectic mix of electronic and live performances alongside wellness workshops, local food, and community-focused creative activities.
Third Eye Festival 2026
Jul 3, 2026 - Jul 6, 2026
La Douve Blanche 2026
Jul 3, 2026 - Jul 5, 2026
La Douve Blanche is a distinctive French festival that marries a diverse program of electronic, alternative pop, and hybrid grooves with a gourmet culinary experience. Held within the historic moats of a 12th-century castle, it cultivates an intimate and festive atmosphere, further enhanced by curated food offerings and complimentary on-site camping.
Astropolis 2026
Jul 3, 2026 - Jul 5, 2026
Astropolis is France's oldest electronic music festival, celebrated for its avant-garde and festive spirit that transforms Brest into a vibrant hub of electronic sound. The multi-day event features a diverse lineup across various city locations, including a legendary night at the Manoir de Keroual amidst a forest setting.
Donauinselfest 2026
Jul 3, 2026 - Jul 5, 2026
Donauinselfest is the world's largest free open-air music festival, transforming the Danube Island into a vibrant hub of diverse music, culture, and community. Attracting millions of visitors annually, it features numerous stages with a wide array of international and local acts, alongside sports, cabaret, and culinary delights.
Modular Festival Netherlands 2026
Jul 4, 2026 - Jul 4, 2026
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.
Ploegendienst Festival 2026
Jul 4, 2026 - Jul 5, 2026
Ploegendienst Festival is a vibrant electronic music gathering known for its unique 'working shifts' concept, where DJs deliver dynamic back-to-back sets across multiple stages. Held in a scenic natural setting, the event combines cutting-edge sound and immersive light shows with a diverse lineup of house, techno, and disco.
By the Creek 2026
Jul 4, 2026 - Jul 5, 2026
By the Creek is a vibrant Dutch festival that unites diverse electronic, urban, and dance genres in a picturesque waterfront setting. Attracting thousands, it features a blend of international and local artists across multiple stages, creating an immersive experience where music and nature converge.
Poolbar Festival 2026
Jul 8, 2026 - Aug 16, 2026
Poolbar Festival is a long-running alternative and pop culture festival renowned for its innovative design concepts, where students annually transform the festival grounds, and its diverse music programming featuring international headliners and emerging artists. Attracting 30,000 guests, this multi-week event also integrates films, cabaret, and performing arts, fostering a vibrant atmosphere for cultural discourse.
Airbeat One 2026
Jul 9, 2026 - Jul 12, 2026
Freerotation 2026
Jul 10, 2026 - Jul 12, 2026
Freerotation is an intimate, members-only electronic music festival in the United Kingdom, renowned for its roots as a musician's free-party collective and its not-for-profit ethos. It offers a highly curated audio-visual experience with diverse electronic music programming, fostering a unique atmosphere and a loyal community.
Cocorico Electro 2026
Jul 10, 2026 - Jul 12, 2026
Cocorico Electro is an electronic music festival that uniquely blends vibrant electronic sounds with the historic grandeur of a 17th-century château. This immersive event features two open-air stages with over thirty DJs, exceptional light shows, fireworks, and a focus on local gastronomy.
Luxembourg Pride Street Fest 2026
Jul 10, 2026 - Jul 11, 2026
Luxembourg Pride Street Fest is an open-air festival in Esch-sur-Alzette that blends political discourse with queer culture, celebrating diversity through music, food, and a family-friendly program. This two-day event, a highlight for the LGBTIQ+ community since 1999, features diverse artists on its City Hall Stage and electronic music on its Village Stage, fostering an international and intimate atmosphere.
Stone Techno Festival 2026
Jul 10, 2026 - Jul 12, 2026
A multidisciplinary electronic music festival set in the industrial heart of the Ruhr Area at the UNESCO World Heritage Zollverein. It merges contemporary techno with art and science across several immersive stages, including a new dedicated listening floor.
Awakenings Summer Festival 2026
Jul 10, 2026 - Jul 12, 2026
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.
Wildeburg 2026
Jul 10, 2026 - Jul 12, 2026
Wildeburg is a unique dance-oriented festival set amidst an idyllic nature park in the Netherlands, offering a weekend of creative madness and non-stop electronic music. It is renowned for its vibrant atmosphere, mind-blowing decorations, and an all-encompassing experience that extends beyond just musical performances.
Also Festival 2026
Jul 10, 2026 - Jul 12, 2026
Also Festival is an immersive ideas and arts event held in the Warwickshire countryside that brings together leading thinkers, musicians, and chefs in a unique lakeside setting. The weekend offers a blend of intellectual talks, live performances, and nature-based activities like wild swimming and creative workshops.
Elbjazz 2026
Jul 10, 2026 - Jul 11, 2026
Elbjazz is an annual international music festival held in the Port of Hamburg, featuring around 50 diverse acts performing across unique maritime and industrial venues. The event showcases a mix of jazz, soul, and pop in settings ranging from the iconic Elbphilharmonie to open-air stages at shipyard docks.
Dreamfields Festival 2026
Jul 11, 2026 - Jul 12, 2026
Dreamfields Festival is an immersive electronic dance music event held at the Rhederlaag recreational area, featuring dedicated stages for house, hardstyle, and urban sounds. The 2026 edition, titled 'The Final Dream,' serves as the festival's grand finale, expanding into a two-day celebration before the event permanently ceases operations.
Ostend Beach Festival 2026
Jul 11, 2026 - Jul 12, 2026
Ostend Beach Festival is a premier electronic music event held on the sandy shores of Ostend, Belgium, featuring a mix of techno, house, and EDM across multiple stages. The 2026 edition, themed 'Edge of Paradise,' returns as a three-day seaside celebration of club culture and coastal vibes.
Coda Open Air 2026
Jul 11, 2026 - Jul 11, 2026
Coda Open Air is an electronic music day party presented by the FLUCHT-Crew, inviting attendees to "Chasing Our Dance Awakening" amidst the natural beauty of the Swiss landscape. This open-air event features 10 hours of electronic music from international and local artists, complemented by a diverse food corner, bars, and various festival activities.
Jazzopen Stuttgart 2026
Jul 13, 2026 - Jul 18, 2026
Jazzopen Stuttgart is one of Europe's leading music festivals, held annually in July and featuring a diverse lineup of jazz, blues, soul, and pop international stars. The event transforms central Stuttgart into a musical hub with performances across iconic venues like the Schlossplatz and the Altes Schloss.
Gurtenfestival 2026
Jul 15, 2026 - Jul 18, 2026
Gurtenfestival is a prominent four-day music festival held on the Gurten mountain overlooking Bern, Switzerland, showcasing a vibrant mix of international and local pop, rock, and hip-hop acts. It is celebrated for its scenic hilltop location and relaxed atmosphere, attracting tens of thousands of music fans each summer.
Nation of Gondwana 2026
Jul 16, 2026 - Jul 19, 2026
Nation of Gondwana is a cherished electronic music festival known for its vibrant atmosphere and strong sense of community, offering an escapist experience. It features a diverse range of electronic genres, attracting a wonderfully unique crowd to its picturesque lakeside setting.
Big Love Festival 2026
Jul 16, 2026 - Jul 19, 2026
Big Love Festival is an independent, family-friendly music and arts event held in the Welsh countryside, featuring an eclectic lineup of over 130 acts across multiple stages. Renowned as one of the UK’s friendliest small festivals, it offers an intimate atmosphere filled with electronic and indie music, circus performances, and immersive art installations.
ParookaVille 2026
Jul 17, 2026 - Jul 19, 2026
Sea You Festival 2026
Jul 17, 2026 - Jul 19, 2026
VooV Experience Festival 2026
Jul 17, 2026 - Jul 20, 2026
VooV Experience Festival is a Goa trance music festival held in the countryside of Putlitz, Germany. One of the oldest psytrance festivals worldwide, it is known for its immersive atmosphere, including laser shows and art installations.
Whole | United Queer Festival 2026
Jul 17, 2026 - Jul 20, 2026
Whole | United Queer Festival is a community-based electronic music and camping festival that celebrates the diversity and creativity of the queer underground scene, fostering safe spaces and using dance as a tool for socio-political progress. This global gathering unites Berlin's queer electronic music scene with international collectives, offering a vibrant platform for art, workshops, and diverse electronic sounds.
On The Beach 2026
Jul 17, 2026 - Jul 26, 2026
On The Beach is a distinctive multi-genre music festival held directly on Brighton Beach, offering a unique urban festival experience with a diverse lineup. Known for attracting major acts across electronic, indie, and ska-pop, the festival transforms the iconic seafront into a vibrant summer celebration.
Tomorrowland 2026
Jul 17, 2026 - Jul 26, 2026
City of Dance Festival 2026
Jul 17, 2026 - Jul 18, 2026
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.
Habitat Festival 2026
Jul 18, 2026 - Jul 19, 2026
Habitat Festival is a 32-hour nonstop electronic music and collective escapism event, known for its ambitious lineup of techno, electro, house, and musical wildcards. Held on intricate festival grounds in the harbor, it offers a vibrant atmosphere and unique bookings across various forms of electronic music.
Feel Festival 2026
Jul 23, 2026 - Jul 26, 2026
Feel Festival is a genre-crossing event by a picturesque lake, fostering a unique atmosphere of community and self-expression through its subcultural music programming. It features diverse electronic, indie, and hip-hop acts across multiple creatively designed stages, with the full lineup remaining a surprise until the festival gates open.
Mit Dir Festival 2026
Jul 23, 2026 - Jul 26, 2026
Mit Dir Festival is an electronic and alternative music event held in an idyllic lakeside setting, distinguished by its inclusive philosophy that promotes respect, freedom, and environmental care. This "small but exquisite" festival features six stages with over 100 DJs, bands, and live acts, complemented by artistry and artistic decorations.
Campo Sancho 2026
Jul 23, 2026 - Jul 26, 2026
Campo Sancho is an intimate, family-friendly boutique festival in the Hertfordshire countryside that celebrates underground dance music, arts, and community. Founded by the Sancho Panza crew, it features world-class sound systems, diverse workshops, and activities for all ages in a picturesque woodland setting.
Delta Festival 2026
Jul 23, 2026 - Jul 26, 2026
Delta Festival is a massive five-day event held on the beaches of Marseille, featuring a diverse lineup of electronic and urban music alongside themed villages and sports. The 2026 edition, themed 'Carnaval de Rio', moves to July to offer a vibrant mid-summer celebration at the scenic Plages du Prado.
Lazydays Festival 2026
Jul 24, 2026 - Jul 26, 2026
Lazydays Festival is an independent craft drink and music event held at Priory Park in Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom. It combines a curated selection of over 50 craft beverages and local street food with a diverse lineup of live musical performances and family-friendly activities.
Junction 2 Festival 2026
Jul 24, 2026 - Jul 26, 2026
Junction 2 is a premier London electronic music festival known for its unique industrial-meets-nature setting at Boston Manor Park. It showcases a high-caliber lineup of underground house and techno across multiple bespoke stages, including the iconic space beneath the M4 flyover.
Liquicity Festival 2026
Jul 24, 2026 - Jul 26, 2026
Liquicity Festival is a premier drum & bass event in the Netherlands, known for its uplifting atmosphere and focus on liquid and melodic subgenres. Set in the lush Geestmerambacht parkland, it offers a community-driven experience with multiple stages, immersive camping, and various side activities.
Nordstern Summer Festival 2026
Jul 24, 2026 - Jul 25, 2026
Nordstern Summer Festival, primarily branded as Nordair, is a series of premier electronic music events held on the sundeck of a converted cargo ship in the Basel harbor. The festival offers a unique open-air clubbing experience with international techno and house DJs set against the backdrop of the Rhine river.
No Art Festival 2026
Jul 25, 2026 - Jul 25, 2026
No Art Festival is an Amsterdam-based event known for its distinctive blend of electronic music and unconventional art performances, aiming to broaden visitors' minds both musically and artistically. It offers a unique atmosphere with world-class artists and artful staging, creating an unforgettable summer weekend experience.
Love Family Park 2026
Jul 25, 2026 - Jul 26, 2026
Love Family Park is a premier open-air electronic music festival in Frankfurt that celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2026 with an elite techno and house lineup. Set in the lush greenery of Rebstockpark, the event unites thousands of party-goers for an incomparable weekend of high-end sound and community spirit.
Doel Festival 2026
Jul 25, 2026 - Jul 25, 2026
Doel Festival transforms the unique, graffiti-covered streets of the historic village of Doel into an immersive electronic music and art experience. This distinctive event blends electronic music with interactive art installations and local culture, celebrating the village's unique history and future.
Dekmantel Festival 2026
Jul 29, 2026 - Aug 2, 2026
Dekmantel is a premier electronic music festival in Amsterdam celebrated for its expert curation of house, techno, and experimental sounds. The event spans five days across various city venues and the scenic forest of Amsterdamse Bos.
Nature One 2026
Jul 30, 2026 - Aug 2, 2026
Nature One is one of Europe's largest electronic music festivals, transforming the former Pydna missile base into a massive open-air rave with over 20 stages. It features a wide array of genres from techno and trance to hardstyle, hosting approximately 65,000 visitors annually.
Zugvogel Festival 2026
Jul 31, 2026 - Aug 9, 2026
Zugvögel Festival is an annual event in Germany's green Eifel region, celebrated for its eclectic mix of global, urban, and electronic music. Attendees can enjoy performances across two stages, complemented by a diverse program of workshops and theater.
Tension Festival 2026
Jul 31, 2026 - Aug 2, 2026
Tension Festival is the largest electronic music event in northwestern Switzerland, featuring open-air day sessions at Basel's Gartenbad St. Jakob and late-night clubbing. The festival hosts international techno and house stars across multiple stages and high-energy pool areas.
Paradies Garten Festival 2026
Jul 31, 2026 - Aug 2, 2026
Paradies Garten Festival is an electronic music event set in the picturesque castle gardens of Schloss Prugg, known for its commitment to sustainability and a vibrant community atmosphere. This distinctive festival features enchanting music from top electronic artists and impressive light shows, all powered by green energy within its historic and natural setting.
Family Piknik 2026
Aug 1, 2026 - Aug 2, 2026
Family Piknik is a leading open-air electronic music festival in Southern France, famous for its family-friendly daytime concept and underground house and techno lineup. In 2026, the festival celebrates its 15th anniversary with a return to Montpellier at the Parc des Expositions for a special collaboration with Elrow.
Greenfields Open Air 2026
Aug 1, 2026 - Aug 1, 2026
Greenfields Open Air is a prominent electronic music festival that transforms a historic Munich racecourse into a vibrant outdoor celebration, known for its pulsating beats and green surroundings. This one-day event features multiple stages and a lively atmosphere, making it a staple in Germany's summer festival circuit.
Houghton Festival 2026
Aug 6, 2026 - Aug 9, 2026
Houghton Festival is a renowned electronic music and arts celebration held at the historic Houghton Hall estate in Norfolk, England. Curated by Craig Richards, it is famous for its 24-hour music license, state-of-the-art sound systems, and immersive art installations.
Timescape Festival 2026
Aug 7, 2026 - Aug 9, 2026
Timescape Festival is an immersive electronic music event held in the scenic countryside of Abbots Ripton, Cambridgeshire. The multi-day festival features four unique stages showcasing a curated blend of trance, techno, and house music to celebrate electronic sounds from the past, present, and future.
Electrisize Festival 2026
Aug 7, 2026 - Aug 9, 2026
District 8 Summer Series 2026
Aug 7, 2026 - Aug 7, 2026
District 8 Summer Series is an electronic music festival set within the enchanting Walled Garden of Palmerstown House, offering a distinctive summer gathering inspired by renowned international open-air events. This custom-built experience fosters a vibrant atmosphere for electronic music enthusiasts and dancers alike.
3000 Grad Festival 2026
Aug 7, 2026 - Aug 9, 2026
3000 Grad Festival is a distinctive German event that harmoniously blends diverse electronic music with theatrical performances, fostering a unique connection between nature and its attendees. It offers an immersive experience through a variety of workshops, including sound art, rhythm, yoga, and crafts, alongside a broad spectrum of electronic genres from melodic techno to driving electronica.
Fete du Bruit Landerneau 2026
Aug 7, 2026 - Aug 9, 2026
Free Tree Festival 2026
Aug 7, 2026 - Aug 9, 2026
Free Tree Open Air is an alternative culture and music festival set in the green ambiance of Taiskirchen im Innkreis, known for its commitment to sustainability and diverse programming that includes electronic music. This family-friendly and accessible event features multiple stages, workshops, and camping, fostering a peaceful and enriching experience.
Loveland Festival 2026
Aug 8, 2026 - Aug 9, 2026
Loveland Festival is a premier electronic music event held annually in Amsterdam's Sloterpark, showcasing a curated selection of world-class house and techno artists. The festival is renowned for its beautiful lakeside setting and high-quality production, drawing thousands of dance music enthusiasts.
Aftersun Festival 2026
Aug 8, 2026 - Sep 27, 2026
Aftersun Festival is an electronic music event in Aarschot, Belgium, celebrated for its immersive themes and serving as the ultimate closing party of the summer. It showcases a vibrant lineup of house, techno, and trance artists, creating an energetic and distinctive atmosphere.
Paradigm Festival 2026
Aug 8, 2026 - Aug 9, 2026
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.
Blijdorp Festival 2026
Aug 8, 2026 - Aug 8, 2026
Blijdorp Festival is a vibrant electronic music festival in Rotterdam, blending music, art, and happiness with a strong commitment to eco-friendly practices. This distinctive event offers a diverse program of electronic genres alongside live music, cultural experiences, and art installations within a lively park setting.
Anjunadeep Open Air London 2026
Aug 9, 2026 - Aug 9, 2026
Anjunadeep Open Air London is an open-air music event that showcases deep and progressive house, held at the Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich. Its unique backdrop as the sun sets over London, combined with world-class music programming within a UNESCO World Heritage Site on the River Thames, makes it special.
Boomtown 2026
Aug 12, 2026 - Aug 16, 2026
Boomtown is an immersive five-day music and theatrical festival held near Winchester, England, famous for its elaborate city-like set designs and interactive narrative storyline. The event features a diverse array of musical genres across multiple themed districts, ranging from reggae and punk to electronic dance music.
Bucht der Traumer 2026
Aug 13, 2026 - Aug 17, 2026
Positiv Festival 2026
Aug 14, 2026 - Aug 29, 2026
Positiv Festival is a distinctive electronic music event that transforms the historic Roman amphitheater of Orange into an immersive experience. It blends monumental ancient architecture with cutting-edge sound and spectacular video mapping, creating a unique fusion of heritage and contemporary electronic culture.
Echelon 2026
Aug 14, 2026 - Aug 15, 2026
Echelon Festival is Southern Germany's largest electronic music event, set against the stunning Bavarian Alps at a former US military base. It features over 100 international artists across six stages, blending open-air and indoor rave experiences.
WeCanDance 2026
Aug 14, 2026 - Aug 16, 2026
WECANDANCE is a boutique beach festival in Zeebrugge known for its high-fashion themes, gourmet food, and electronic music across multiple coastal stages. It merges a unique artistic atmosphere with sounds ranging from house and techno to disco, set against the Belgian seaside.
Good2U Festival 2026
Aug 14, 2026 - Aug 17, 2026
Good2U Festival is an electronic music festival that takes place in Görlitz, Germany. It focuses on a curated lineup, sound, and community to create a welcoming environment for all guests.
Open Air Gampel 2026
Aug 19, 2026 - Aug 23, 2026
Open Air Gampel is one of Switzerland's major summer music festivals, set against the stunning backdrop of the Valais mountains. It attracts massive crowds each August with a diverse mix of international rock, pop, and electronic music acts.
Field Maneuvers 2026
Aug 21, 2026 - Aug 23, 2026
Field Maneuvers is an intimate, community-driven electronic music festival renowned as the UK's best-kept rave secret, offering a joyful and inclusive celebration of club culture. It features diverse underground electronic genres, from house and techno to jungle and hardcore, fostering a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
Electrolapse Festival 2026
Aug 21, 2026 - Aug 22, 2026
Lowlands Festival 2026
Aug 21, 2026 - Aug 23, 2026
Lowlands is a premier Dutch three-day festival in Biddinghuizen, renowned for its eclectic mix of alternative music, theater, and performing arts. The event transforms the Walibi Holland grounds into a temporary cultural city for 65,000 guests, featuring twelve stages and 24-hour activities.
Mystic Garden Festival 2026
Aug 21, 2026 - Aug 23, 2026
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.
Valtifest 2026
Aug 22, 2026 - Aug 22, 2026
Valtifest is a kaleidoscopic Amsterdam City Festival renowned for its unique annual themes and outrageous dress codes, offering a platform for exuberant creativity and trendsetting electronic music. This distinctive event fosters an immersive atmosphere where attendees embrace themed participation alongside diverse electronic music programming.
Lost Village 2026
Aug 27, 2026 - Aug 30, 2026
Lost Village is an immersive music and arts festival set within a secluded forest in Lincolnshire, offering a unique blend of electronic music, gourmet food, and surreal performance art. The event invites attendees to explore an 'abandoned' woodland village featuring world-class DJs, interactive theatre, and wellness workshops.
Creamfields North 2026
Aug 27, 2026 - Aug 30, 2026
Into the Great Wide Open 2026
Aug 27, 2026 - Aug 30, 2026
Into the Great Wide Open is a multidisciplinary arts and music festival set on the car-free island of Vlieland, featuring indie, folk, and electronic music. It creates an intimate experience by blending performances with the island's unique natural scenery, art installations, and a diverse children's program.
Touquet Music Beach 2026
Aug 28, 2026 - Aug 29, 2026
Zurich Openair 2026
Aug 28, 2026 - Sep 5, 2026
Zurich Openair is a premier Swiss music festival held near Zurich Airport, featuring a high-profile mix of indie, rock, and electronic music. Spanning two weekends, the festival is renowned for its international headliners and unique urban setting with planes taking off in the background.
ZeeZout Festival 2026
Aug 29, 2026 - Aug 29, 2026
ZeeZout Festival is an intimate electronic music event held at Amsterdam's Tuinen van West, celebrated for its focus on underground house, techno, and disco. It offers a community-driven atmosphere with high-quality sound across multiple stages in a lush outdoor setting.
Rally Festival 2026
Aug 29, 2026 - Aug 29, 2026
Rally Festival is a community-driven music and arts event inspired by DIY culture, celebrating London's diverse artistic communities with a focus on alternative, electronic, and experimental sounds. This one-day festival, known for its grassroots vibe and collaborative curation, integrates a range of artistic disciplines and features a blend of live acts and DJs.
Het Nest Festival 2026
Aug 29, 2026 - Aug 29, 2026
Het Nest Festival is an electronic music festival that seamlessly blends its diverse lineup with the natural surroundings of Nijmegen, creating an intimate and immersive experience. Known for its creative and colorful atmosphere, the festival offers multiple stages of techno, house, and other electronic styles, complemented by stunning visuals and a strong sense of community.
Duikboot Festival 2026
Aug 29, 2026 - Aug 29, 2026
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.
Forwards Festival 2026
Aug 29, 2026 - Aug 30, 2026
Forwards Festival is a contemporary music and social action event held annually at Clifton Downs in Bristol, United Kingdom. It features a diverse lineup of international artists alongside a dedicated space for discussions on urgent social and political issues.
Body Movements 2026
Aug 30, 2026 - Aug 30, 2026
Body Movements is a London-based electronic music festival that champions queer and trans electronic music and culture. It is distinctive for creating a vibrant, inclusive space that celebrates queer bodies, self-expression, and community, bringing together numerous queer collectives for a day of joy and dancefloor hedonism.
End of the Road Festival 2026
Sep 3, 2026 - Sep 6, 2026
End of the Road Festival is an independent music event held annually at Larmer Tree Gardens on the Wiltshire and Dorset border, known for its curated alternative, indie, and folk lineups. The festival offers an intimate atmosphere with diverse programming that includes comedy, workshops, literature talks, and a hidden library set within the scenic woodland.
Draaimolen Festival 2026
Sep 4, 2026 - Sep 5, 2026
Draaimolen Festival is an independent electronic music festival in Tilburg, renowned for its experimental curation and immersive stage designs within a forest setting. It focuses on underground electronic music, emphasizing a deep connection between art, nature, and sound.
Lief Festival 2026
Sep 5, 2026 - Sep 5, 2026
Lief Festival is a vibrant Dutch electronic music festival held annually at the end of summer, known for its diverse programming across techno, house, and disco genres. This consistently sold-out event fosters a friendly, inclusive community, showcasing both established and emerging talents in a picturesque outdoor setting.
Voodoo Village 2026
Sep 11, 2026 - Sep 13, 2026
Waterworks Festival 2026
Sep 12, 2026 - Sep 12, 2026
Waterworks is a premier London electronic music festival that showcases the diversity of the city's underground scene across seven custom-built stages. Held in the scenic Gunnersbury Park, the event pairs rising talent with industry veterans to celebrate the spectrum of UK dance music.
Reminisce Festival 2026
Sep 12, 2026 - Sep 12, 2026
Reminisce Festival is an old-school dance music event held in Sherdley Park, St Helens, UK. The one-day festival celebrates 90s and 2000s club classics and house anthems across multiple themed arenas and live stages.
Parallel Vienna 2026
Sep 16, 2026 - Sep 20, 2026
Parallel Vienna is an alternative art fair and hybrid festival that transforms vacant urban spaces into a platform for contemporary art, site-specific installations, and performances. By night, the event turns into a playground for electronic music and nightlife, blending institutional exhibitions with a raw underground atmosphere.
Sunice Festival Ascona 2026
Sep 17, 2026 - Sep 19, 2026
Sunice Festival is a premier winter electronic music and lifestyle event held in the luxury alpine resort of St. Moritz, often referred to as the 'Coachella of the Alps.' It features world-class techno and EDM artists performing across multiple stages set against a stunning backdrop of snow-capped mountains.
Into the Woods 2026
Sep 18, 2026 - Sep 19, 2026
Into the Woods Festival is a distinctive electronic music event that transforms a natural open-air theater into an immersive experience of pulsating beats and artistic wonders. It features cutting-edge electronic sounds, intricate art installations, and interactive exhibits set within a vibrant forest environment.
AVA Festival London 2026
Sep 24, 2026 - Sep 26, 2026
AVA Festival London is a hybrid electronic music and visual arts event that combines an industry-focused conference with cutting-edge nighttime club showcases. It serves as a creative hub where international DJs, tech innovators, and fans connect to explore the future of electronic culture and immersive technology.
Boundary Brighton 2026
Sep 25, 2026 - Sep 26, 2026
Boundary Brighton is the city's largest electronic music festival, held annually in Stanmer Park to celebrate the end of the summer season. The event features an electrifying mix of house, drum and bass, and jungle across multiple stages, attracting thousands of fans with its vibrant atmosphere and funfair attractions.
Utopia Festival 2026
Sep 25, 2026 - Sep 26, 2026
Waves Vienna 2026
Oct 1, 2026 - Oct 3, 2026
Waves Vienna is a leading music showcase festival and conference that serves as a bridge between the Eastern and Western European music scenes. The event features over 100 emerging international acts performing across various club venues and cultural spaces throughout Vienna's 9th and 16th districts.
NDK Festival 2026
Oct 7, 2026 - Oct 11, 2026
Amsterdam Dance Event 2026
Oct 21, 2026 - Oct 25, 2026
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.
Dockyard Festival 2026
Oct 24, 2026 - Oct 24, 2026
Dockyard Festival is an electronic music event renowned for its industrial aesthetic and relentless beats, often merging with Mystic Garden Festival to create a unique blend of dark and light themes. This open-air festival features multiple stages within preheated tents, drawing a global audience to its immersive atmosphere.
AMF 2026
Oct 24, 2026 - Oct 24, 2026
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.
Fairground Festival 2026
Nov 28, 2026 - Nov 28, 2026
Fairground Festival is Northern Germany's largest indoor electronic music event, held annually at the Hannover Exhibition Grounds. It features world-class DJs across multiple stages, showcasing a diverse range of genres including techno, house, and hardstyle for thousands of attendees.
Verve Festival 2026
Dec 4, 2026 - Dec 5, 2026
Verve Andermatt is a premier electronic music festival that transforms the stunning Swiss Alps into a vibrant techno haven. This distinctive event features multiple stages and over 40 artists, blending high-energy performances with the breathtaking alpine landscape for an immersive experience.
Rise Festival 2026
Dec 5, 2026 - Dec 12, 2026
Rise Festival is an independent winter music and snowsports event held annually in the high-altitude resort of Les Deux Alpes in the French Alps. The festival combines daytime skiing and snowboarding with a week of high-energy electronic music performances across various mountain-top stages and indoor arenas.
Nachtcollege Festival 2026
Dec 19, 2026 - Dec 19, 2026
Nachtcollege and its sister brand Dagcollege organize high-energy techno and house events across the Netherlands, known for their immersive visual shows and underground atmosphere. The festival editions feature both indoor and outdoor settings with lineups highlighting hard techno, trance, and house artists.
NYF Dublin (New Year's Festival) 2026
Dec 30, 2025 - Jan 1, 2026
NYF Dublin is Ireland's largest New Year celebration, transforming the capital into a vibrant multi-day showcase of live music, light shows, and family-friendly entertainment. The festival offers a thrilling countdown experience with diverse musical performances, a city-wide music trail, and spectacular fireworks displays.
Kiesgrube Open Air 2026
Jan 1, 2026 - May 23, 2026
Kiesgrube Open Air is a legendary electronic music festival renowned for its "Ibiza on the Rhine" atmosphere, immersive decoration, and Mediterranean flair. This long-running event, which began in 1997, has become a beloved Sunday ritual for thousands, setting standards for open-air club culture.
Sanapa 2026
Jan 3, 2026 - Jan 3, 2026
Sanapa is a recurring electronic music event held at a legendary club in Zurich, known for hosting top national and international DJs. It offers an energetic club night experience with pulsating beats and a vibrant atmosphere.
Abode On The Snow 2026
Jan 17, 2026 - Jan 24, 2026
Abode On The Snow is an immersive winter music festival held in the French Alps that combines high-altitude skiing with world-class house and techno performances. The event features mountaintop stages, energetic après-ski sessions, and late-night club parties across iconic resorts like Val Thorens and Les Deux Alpes.
Snowattack 2026
Jan 17, 2026 - Jan 24, 2026
Snowattack is a premier winter festival in the French Alps that combines high-altitude skiing and snowboarding with a week-long lineup of electronic music and international DJ performances. The event features daytime mountain activities and legendary après-ski parties that transform the slopes into a massive open-air celebration.
Lighthouse Festival Winter Edition 2026
Jan 22, 2026 - Jan 25, 2026
Paradise Festival 2026
Jan 30, 2026 - Jan 31, 2026
Paradise Winter Festival is a prominent electronic music event in Vienna, known for its focus on psytrance, progressive psytrance, and psychedelic genres across multiple stages. This two-night winter celebration features a large lineup of international and local DJs, enhanced by massive sound systems and immersive new decor.
Sneeuwbal Winter Festival 2026
Jan 31, 2026 - Jan 31, 2026
Sneeuwbal Winter Festival is a vibrant electronic music event in Utrecht that transforms Park Transwijk into a snowy playground featuring house, techno, and melodic beats. The festival is renowned for its playful après-ski atmosphere, where attendees wear colorful winter gear and enjoy heated stages alongside winter sports and cozy fire pits.
Bunker Palace 2026
Feb 12, 2026 - Feb 15, 2026
Bunker Palace is a key component of the Astropolis l'Hiver festival, transforming its venue into an electronic music hub during winter. It showcases a diverse range of contemporary electronic genres, from techno and bass music to hybrid house, featuring both established international artists and emerging talents.
Crossover Festival 2026
Feb 26, 2026 - Aug 21, 2026
Crossover Festival in Nice is celebrated for its distinctive identity, blending electronic music with rap, hip-hop, and diverse urban cultures. This long-running event transforms iconic locations across the city into vibrant stages, offering a rich and varied musical experience in a picturesque setting.
A State of Trance 2026
Feb 27, 2026 - Feb 28, 2026
A State of Trance is a world-renowned electronic music festival in the Netherlands, evolving from Armin van Buuren’s iconic radio show into a global multi-stage event. It showcases the best in trance and progressive music, featuring legendary DJs and cutting-edge production for thousands of fans worldwide.
Don't Let Daddy Know Amsterdam 2026
Mar 7, 2026 - Mar 7, 2026
Don’t Let Daddy Know Amsterdam is a premier electronic dance music festival held at the Ziggo Dome, known for its massive stage productions and high-energy atmosphere. As the flagship event of the global DLDK brand, it features world-class DJ lineups and a unified "one big family" vibe that attracts thousands of fans from across the globe.
Caprices Festival 2026
Mar 13, 2026 - Mar 22, 2026
Caprices Festival is a premier alpine electronic music event that will move to Gstaad for its 2026 edition, featuring iconic transparent glass stages and a world-class techno and house lineup. The festival offers a unique 360-degree panoramic clubbing experience at 1,550 meters above sea level across two consecutive weekends.
Madame Loyal 2026
Mar 13, 2026 - Mar 14, 2026
Madame Loyal is an immersive electro-funfair festival that uniquely blends electronic music with the enchanting world of circus arts and fairground attractions. This XXL edition offers a spectacular experience across multiple stages, featuring international DJs, breathtaking circus shows, and a vibrant, festive atmosphere.
Snowboxx 2026
Mar 14, 2026 - Mar 21, 2026
Snowboxx is a premier winter sports and music festival set in the high-altitude French resort of Avoriaz, offering a week of world-class electronic music and skiing. Attendees can enjoy massive open-air stages, legendary après-ski parties at La Folie Douce, and a variety of mountain-side activities ranging from forest raves to bottomless brunches.
Rock the Pistes 2026
Mar 15, 2026 - Mar 21, 2026
Rock the Pistes is a unique high-altitude music festival held across the Portes du Soleil ski area, featuring live concerts on temporary stages set directly on the slopes. Accessible only by ski or snowboard, the event combines winter sports with performances from international artists in a stunning alpine setting.
Arosa Electronica 2026
Mar 15, 2026 - Mar 22, 2026
Arosa Electronica is a unique electronic music festival that merges vibrant beats with the breathtaking winter landscape of the Swiss Alps. This multi-day event features day and night parties across the mountain and village, showcasing a diverse lineup of international and national artists.
Shapes Festival Leysin 2026
Mar 15, 2026 - Mar 22, 2026
Shapes Festival Leysin is a boutique electronic music event set in the stunning Swiss Alps, featuring sound systems on the slopes and après-ski parties. It blends underground club culture with a mountain retreat, offering a week-long experience of skiing and cutting-edge electronic music.
White Pearl Mountain Days 2026
Mar 20, 2026 - Mar 29, 2026
White Pearl Mountain Days is a distinctive "Alpine Lifestyle" festival blending sunshine skiing with international electronic music from house DJs and live acts. This unique event offers a diverse program of active lifestyle sessions, gourmet culinary experiences, and performances across multiple mountain locations.
Time Warp Germany 2026
Mar 21, 2026 - Mar 22, 2026
Time Warp Germany is a world-renowned electronic music festival in Mannheim, legendary for its state-of-the-art production and marathon sets by techno and house pioneers. The event transforms the Maimarkthalle into an immersive 19-hour rave across multiple floors, attracting thousands of fans globally.
Tomorrowland Winter 2026
Mar 21, 2026 - Mar 28, 2026
Tomorrowland Winter is an immersive electronic music festival held at the Alpe d'Huez ski resort in the French Alps, combining world-class DJ sets with winter sports. The event features multiple indoor and outdoor stages scattered across the mountain slopes and village, attracting thousands of fans for a unique Alpine experience.
Time Warp Fall 2026
Mar 21, 2026 - Mar 21, 2026
Time Warp Fall is a premier underground electronic music festival held in Mannheim, Germany, renowned for its world-class techno lineups and immersive audio-visual production. Hosted at the iconic Maimarkthalle, the event transforms industrial spaces into high-energy dance floors featuring international electronic music icons.
Winter Garden Festival 2026
Mar 21, 2026 - Mar 21, 2026
Winter Garden Festival transforms the natural beauty of Haarlemmermeer into a vibrant springtime celebration, featuring electronic dance music across multiple stages housed within heated tents. This distinctive outdoor event combines immersive decor, street theater, and artisan food, creating a magical world of music and wonder to kick off the festival season.
Chamonix Unlimited Festival 2026
Mar 25, 2026 - Mar 29, 2026
Chamonix Unlimited Festival is an annual electronic music event in the French Alps that features world-class DJs performing at high-altitude mountain stages and local town venues. This unique celebration merges winter sports with an immersive clubbing experience against the backdrop of the stunning Mont Blanc range.
The Gardens of Babylon Festival 2026
Mar 28, 2026 - Mar 29, 2026
The Gardens of Babylon Festival is an international movement connecting people through electronic music, spirituality, and immersive visual experiences. Known for its vibrant community and an extensive program of music, workshops, and spiritual activities, it fosters an atmosphere of love, openness, and self-expression.
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