Five days of club nights, festivals and talks across Amsterdam, plus the official ADE boat
Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) 2026: 21–25 October
Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) 2026 runs from Wednesday 21 to Sunday 25 October and marks the event's 30th anniversary. It combines a festival of club nights and daytime events at venues across the city with a conference for the music industry. This page is for visitors planning their ADE days, including a boat ride between hotspots.
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Premium ChoiceOfficial ADE Spritz & Beatz Boat Amsterdam
Jump between ADE hotspots on this official boat cruise with DJ sets and drinks onboard. Hop on and off as many times as you like at Damrak, Spritz & Beatz bar, and the ADE Hub Keizersgracht. Pick your ticket—1 to 5 days of unlimited rides during the festival.
Why here: The official ADE boat: hop on and off between three ADE hotspots, with DJ sets and a bar on board.
Evening Canal Cruise & A’DAM Tower Skybar
Enjoy a evening canal cruise past Amsterdam’s iconic landmarks before visiting the MA’DAM Skybar in the A’DAM Tower for breathtaking views, live DJ music, and 1 complimentary drink.
Why here: Canal cruise plus the MA'DAM Skybar with live DJ music and one drink included.
Amsterdam: Evening Canal Cruise with live Guide
Discover Amsterdam by night on a 75-minute evening canal cruise with live commentary from a local skipper. You'll glide past illuminated bridges, historic canal houses, and famous landmarks.
Why here: 75 minutes past illuminated bridges with live commentary from a local skipper.
Premium ChoiceCocktail Cruise Amsterdam
Sipping cocktails while cruising through the world-famous canals, sounds like a night to remember! The Amsterdam night tour with cocktail bar is the perfect nighttime activity.
Why here: Cocktails on a 75-minute canal cruise, for ages 18 and over.
Premium ChoiceAperol Spritz Cruise Amsterdam
Celebrate the better weather in Amsterdam with a Summer Spritz Cruise. Take in the city’s sights while enjoying 2 spritzes or wines of your choice on this refreshing 60-minute summer canal cruise.
Why here: Spritzes on a canal cruise, a laid-back start to an ADE evening.
Plan your visit
Departure points
Multi stops Hop on and Hop Off · Badhuiskade 1, 1031 KS Amsterdam · Damrak
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Some experiences are 18+
Highlights of this edition
- ADE 2026 runs 21–25 October 2026 and is the 30-year anniversary edition (source: ADE press release).
- The 2025 edition drew a record 600,000 visitors (source: ADE).
- Nearly 3,500 artists played at more than 1,200 events and initiatives in 2025 (source: ADE).
- Events took place at over 300 locations across Amsterdam in 2025 (source: ADE).
- ADE combines a festival with a music industry conference; in 2025 ADE Pro moved to Rosewood and ADE Lab to Westergas (source: ADE).
Good to know
- Pick a few events per day: ADE is spread over hundreds of venues, so travel time adds up.
- Buy tickets for popular club nights early, on the official channels only.
- Use the daytime for a canal cruise, a museum or a talk before the night programme starts.
- Bring ID: many events and the ADE boat are for ages 18 and over.
- October evenings can be cold and wet, so bring a warm jacket.
- Check the official ADE website for the latest programme and times before you go.
Plan your ADE week in Amsterdam
ADE is spread over five days and hundreds of venues, so pick a few events per day and leave time to travel between them. Check the official ADE website for the full programme, times and tickets. Daytime is a good moment for a calmer canal cruise or a museum visit before the night programme starts.
Want to see the canals during ADE? Check availability on each product page. Every product page shows what is included and the operator's cancellation terms.
Frequently asked questions
When is Amsterdam Dance Event 2026?
ADE 2026 runs from Wednesday 21 to Sunday 25 October 2026. It is the 30th anniversary edition. Check the official ADE website for the latest programme before you go.
What is ADE?
Amsterdam Dance Event is a yearly electronic music event in Amsterdam. It combines a festival of club nights, concerts and daytime events with a conference for the music industry.
How big is Amsterdam Dance Event?
The 2025 edition drew a record 600,000 visitors, with nearly 3,500 artists at more than 1,200 events and initiatives in over 300 locations across Amsterdam (source: ADE).
Do I need one ticket for all of ADE?
No. Most ADE club nights and festivals sell their own tickets. Check the official ADE website for tickets per event and for conference passes.
How can I travel between ADE venues by boat?
The Official ADE Spritz & Beatz Boat runs hop-on hop-off between Damrak, the Spritz & Beatz bar at Leidseplein and the ADE Hub at Keizersgracht. There are four daily departures from Damrak at 15:00, 17:00, 19:00 and 21:00, and tickets cover 1 to 5 days of unlimited rides.
Can I cancel my ADE boat ticket?
Yes. The Official ADE Spritz & Beatz Boat has free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure. The product page shows the exact terms.
Can under-18s join the ADE boat?
No. The Official ADE Spritz & Beatz Boat is for ages 18 and over, so bring ID.