Amsterdam Dance Event has published the complete ADE Pro programme for its 30th anniversary edition. Running from 21 to 25 October, the conference features artists including Armin van Buuren, Afrojack, Octo Octa, DVS1, Mau P, Max Cooper and Reinier Zonneveld, alongside Spotify, YouTube Music, Suno, NVIDIA, Helix Records and professionals from Sziget.
The programme connects creative practice with the industry's main commercial questions. Alongside artist and production sessions, it covers AI in music creation and commercial use, platform strategy, new markets and the sustainability of club culture. The ADE Pro Pass includes conference, festival and networking access, and the organiser says one week remains before the next price increase.
Founding partner BumaStemra is presenting a dedicated series. It includes a roundtable on the global decline of nightclubs, conflict-free feedback for emerging creators and a programme on opportunities for women in electronic music. Another discussion considers how the Dutch music ecosystem can maintain its international position in the age of AI.
The inclusion of Sziget professionals is especially relevant for Hungary, placing the festival within a global exchange of market knowledge. ADE therefore functions not only as a festival and conference but also as a marketplace for partnerships, export and expertise.
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Summary
ADE Pro 2026 runs in Amsterdam from 21 to 25 October. Its programme covers AI, music rights, platforms and the club economy, with professionals from Sziget among the international participants.
Frequently asked questions
- When is ADE 2026?
- 21–25 October 2026 in Amsterdam.
- What are the main business themes at ADE Pro 2026?
- AI and music, royalties, platform strategy, club culture, international markets and professional networking.