Awakenings ADE 2026: Jeff Mills and Capriati on the lineup

The triumphant return to SugarFactory for ADE 2026

The Dutch institution Awakenings has revealed the official details of its highly anticipated program for the Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) 2026. From October 21 to 25, the iconic industrial venue SugarFactory, a former sugar refinery located in Halfweg, will once again become the global epicenter of electronic music. Following the resounding success of past editions, the promoter returns to this space to offer a five-day and night marathon that will bring together both pioneers of the genre and the most avant-garde figures of the new generation. This 2026 edition stands out for an exhaustive curation that ranges from hypnotic and melodic techno to the rawest, acid, and fast-paced sides of the current scene.

Sonic deployment: From the forcefulness of Adrián Mills to the legacy of Drumcode

The program will kick off on Wednesday, October 21, with an opening night focused on high BPMs, schranz, and the overflowing energy of contemporary hard techno. Prominent figures such as Adrián Mills, the powerful Italian duo 999999999, Fumi in a back-to-back format with Serafina, Hujus, and Novah will lead an evening designed to push sound systems to the absolute limit.

The following day, Thursday, October 22, the legendary Swedish label Drumcode will take total control of the facilities. Under the expert baton of its founder, Adam Beyer, the night will offer a deep immersion into peak-time techno. The lineup for this showcase includes top-tier performances, highlighting Enrico Sangiuliano alongside Ilario Alicante, the emerging producer Kaufmann, a highly anticipated joint set between Kevin de Vries and Konstantin Sibold, and the rhythmic forcefulness of the Brazilian Victor Ruiz.

The magnetism of Joseph Capriati and the mastery of Jeff Mills

The weekend will divide its offering into ambitious daytime and nighttime sessions. On Friday, October 23, during the day, the Neapolitan Joseph Capriati will present his acclaimed Metamorfosi concept. This proposal, which takes its name from the eponymous album released in 2020, will bring a groove deeply oriented towards house and tech-house, featuring stellar guests such as The Martinez Brothers, Cloonee, Simon Kidzoo, and AAT. As night falls, the Friday Sessions will darken the atmosphere with a selection of mental and hypnotic techno, starring masters such as Ben Klock alongside Philippa Pacho, Funk Assault, JakoJako b2b Rødhåd, and Amoral together with Lobster.

The definitive consecration of the week will arrive on Saturday, October 24. During the day, local hero Joris Voorn will deploy his Trip To Galaxy project, sharing the bill with the undisputed Detroit pioneer, Jeff Mills. The presence of "The Wizard" guarantees a masterclass in analog synthesis and polyrhythmic percussion. Joining them will be talents such as Beste Hira, Grace Dahl, BIANKA, and the duo Blasha & Allatt. For the Saturday night slot, the Swiss duo Adriatique will take over with an All Night Long marathon set, supported by the melodic elegance of Brina Knauss.

The Sunday closing and the impact on clubbing infrastructure

The conclusion of this electronic marathon will take place on Sunday, October 25, with the Sunday Sessions and the Prophecy concept curated by Prospa. The Sunday program will embrace sounds influenced by trance and contemporary eurodance, with artists such as Benwal, DJ Heartstring, DJ Gigola, Pegassi, and Southstar, demonstrating Awakenings' ability to read and adapt to current dance floor trends.

The uninterrupted deployment of this program confirms Awakenings not only as a leading global promoter but as a fundamental pillar in the cultural infrastructure of the Netherlands. With general sale tickets available starting this July 2nd through their official channels, industry anticipation is at its peak. The choice of SugarFactory as an exclusive venue underscores a firm commitment to spaces that respect the industrial heritage of techno, offering the thousands of international attendees an immersive experience where acoustic excellence and brutalist architecture converge perfectly.

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