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MAYDAY 2026 “ICONIC” – Rave longer than ever

MAYDAY (Germany's biggest indoor rave) returns to Dortmund's Westfalenhallen on the 30th of April, 2026, presenting itself under the theme "ICONIC" — as an evolution of a format that has been established in the electronic music scene for more than three decades. This year, the organizers lean into a concept that balances tradition with contemporary club culture: more than 30 acts will be spread across four thematically curated floors, each offering a distinct take on the spectrum of modern electronic music. For the first time, the event will run for a full twelve hours — a structural shift that responds to audience demand and allows for longer, more immersive narrative arcs.

APEX 2026 is nearly here: Ready to enter the next dimension?

On February 7th, APEX returns for its 4th edition, and it feels like we’ve been waiting forever for this one. The Maimarkthalle is about to become that familiar pressure cooker of kicks and shared madness, where strangers turn into crew, friendships are forged in the front row, and every single drop hits a little harder.

Supremacy Classics 2026 — a successful “Return to the Classics” breaking grounds

Supremacy "Return to the Classics" 2026, held at the Jaarbeurs in Utrecht, will go down as one of the most successful editions in the event's history. The sold-out venue was packed from the very first moment to the final track.

Staying grounded while aiming higher: the rise of The Saints

They didn’t expect things to move this fast — but they were ready for it. And 2026 will be about building something that lasts. The Saints talk about going from TikTok experiments to Defqon.1 moments, and why they’re pushing beyond the DJ set while staying grounded. Bigger stages ahead. No plans to slow down.

Elektrum Festival 2025 – the countdown is on!

It’s almost time… On Saturday, October 11th, 2025, the legendary Velder Woods will once again pulse with light, sound, and pure energy. For the third year in a row, I’m heading into the magic of Elektrum Festival – back into that wild mix of kicks and unity. Twelve hours of madness. Six in the light, six in the dark.

SYNDICATE 2025 calls us back to WestfalenHELL – with some serious specials

Every October, German powerhouse I-Motion (the crew behind NATURE ONE and MAYDAY) and Dutch legends Art of Dance (Dominator, Masters of Hardcore, Snakepit) join forces to drop Dortmund’s hardest multi-genre rave – Westfalenhallen become WestfalenHELL again! Four stages, one army, and hardcore running the show. But don’t worry – there’s also room for rawstyle, uptempo, and even some proper hardstyle!

Our magical days at Mysteryland 2025

Mysteryland – the name alone carries weight in the electronic music scene. For years, it has stood out for its unique atmosphere, immersive stages, and unforgettable moments. As the longest-running festival in electronic music, it drew over 100,000 visitors from nearly 100 countries for its 2025 edition. Now, the Mysteryland team will take a creative break, returning in 2027 with a brand-new concept that promises to surprise the global festival community.

Decibel outdoor 2025 – the ultimate hard dance experience

Decibel outdoor festival 2025 once again proved why it’s one of the world’s premier destinations for hard dance music. From the moment we stepped onto the fields, the energy was off the charts. Thousands of fans poured onto the beautifully designed festival grounds, ready for three days of pure madness. Everyone was buzzing, swapping hype about their must-see sets and moments – and there were so many to choose from!

Elektro Wiese Festival 2025 – back to the fields, back to the madness

Hard kicks, heavy vibes, sunshine, and sweat – Elektro Wiese 2025 brought everything the harder styles community lives for. Two intense days, three stages, 30+ acts, one camping ground, and hundreds of ravers who came for the sound and stayed for the feeling. Vollersode? Fully sent.

Innsbruck welcomes Intensity Open Air Festival 2025

Innsbruck is getting a brand-new harder styles festival: the first edition of Intensity Open Air hits Olympiaworld Innsbruck on September 27th. Ten hours of rawstyle, hardcore, uptempo, and Deutscher Krach with international headliners and rising talent, all set against the Alps as your epic backdrop. From the first drop to the last beat, feel the heavy kicks of the harder styles echoing across the mountains.