ADE Lab On Track
Welcome to ADE Lab On Track
ADE Lab On Track is the three-day talent development program for emerging electronic music producers and performing artists, taking place during ADE.
Applications for the 2026 edition are now closed, and all accepted applicants have heard from us.
From Wednesday October 21 to Friday October 23, you'll join three days of dedicated programming designed to help you take the next step in your career as a producer or performing artist.
This page is your go-to place for everything ADE Lab On Track. We'll be updating it regularly with program information, practical details, opportunities and FAQs, so make sure you check back here in the run-up to ADE.
ADE Lab On Track program
ADE Lab On Track - First speaker drop
ADE Lab On Track: At a glance
October 21-23: ADE Lab On Track
10:00-18:00 approx: Daily program (exact timings vary)
Three full days of classes, coaching, community, collaborating, and creating.
Location: Culture Park Westergas
Westweelde is the main On Track hub, with sessions also taking place at Het Ketelhuis and Radio Radio.
October 24: Access to ADE Culture Hub at Felix Meritis.
ADE Lab On Track: At a glance
October 21-23: ADE Lab On Track
10:00-18:00 approx: Daily program (exact timings vary)
Three full days of classes, coaching, community, collaborating, and creating.
Location: Culture Park Westergas
Westweelde is the main On Track hub, with sessions also taking place at Het Ketelhuis and Radio Radio.
October 24: Access to ADE Culture Hub at Felix Meritis.
Your ADE Lab On Track locations
ADE Lab On Track takes place across Lab Village at Culture Park Westergas. Westweelde is your main hub, with selected sessions and activities taking place at other nearby ADE Lab spaces such as Ketelhuis, Radio Radio and more.
Program
From October 12 you'll be able to see the full three-day schedule, including session timings, locations, speakers and opportunities.
At the On Track Hub, Westweelde, you’ll have sessions scheduled for the whole day that you can always attend.
At the Het Ketelhuis and RadioRadio, you can find the smaller interactive workshops and masterclasses. As capacity is limited you’ll be able to sign up for these sessions from October 12 on. We’ll make sure to message you when signups are available and you can start creating your personal program.
Alongside the exclusive ADE Lab On Track program, Westerpark is also home to ADE Lab Discovery, our free and publicly accessible program running throughout ADE. As some Discovery sessions and activities take place in the same venues, you're welcome to explore the program and join any sessions that interest you. ADE Lab Discovery is primarily designed as an entry point into electronic music, while Lab On Track has been specifically designed around your development as an emerging producer or performing artist. If you're looking to get the most out of your On Track experience, we recommend prioritising the sessions and activities specifically marked ADE Lab On Track.
SoundCloud Remix Competition
Don't forget that ADE Lab On Track participants can take part in the exclusive and one-off San Holo Remix Competition. You’ll receive the stems needed to create your own remix, giving you the opportunity to put your production skills to the test and bring your own interpretation to San Holo’s music.
Submissions are open until October 9. The selected remixes will be judged during the ADE Lab session ‘SoundCloud Remix Competition with San Holo and SoundCloud's Head of A&R Chris Johnson'.
Connect with the Community
Join the ADE Lab Discord to connect with your fellow On Track participants before, during and beyond ADE. Introduce yourself, get to know your group, make plans, share opportunities and continue conversations from the program.
FAQ
The new ADE Lab On Track goes deeper than ever before. Get ready for a professionally guided academy program built around masterclasses, mentoring, performances, studio sessions, and demo drops. Time to level up!
ADE Lab On Track is created for ambitious emerging music professionals ready to take the next step. Learn, create, connect, and get a closer look at the music industry along the way. Leave with new knowledge, new connections, and plenty to put into practice.
You can choose one of two tracks:
Producer Track | For aspiring electronic music producers with a solid foundation creating music, who want to turn their craft into a career.
- What to expect: improve your production skills, and meet label representatives, agents, and A&Rs. They'll provide feedback and how you can build a sustainable career in the electronic music industry.
Performing Artist Track | For DJs & electronic musicians already performing (live), who want to grow to the next level.
- What to expect: explore artist identity, performance, branding, bookings, management and the skills needed to build a sustainable career in electronic music.
Both tracks span three full days. Join us from ADE Wednesday through Friday, then wrap up your week with access to the ADE Culture Hub on Saturday.
ADE Lab On Track will take place at the ADE Lab Village in Cultural Park Westergas. WestWeelde will be the main hub, with additional sessions taking place at Het Ketelhuis and Radio Radio.
The program runs from Wednesday October 21 to Friday October 23, with sessions generally taking place between 10:30 and 18:00, including breaks throughout the day. The overall time window varies per day.
The full ADE Lab On Track program will be published on October 12. This page will be updated with session timings, locations, speakers and other program information.
ADE Lab On Track is a three-day program that combines classes, coaching, mentoring, community, studio sessions, collaboration, performances and demo drops. Active participation throughout the three days is expected.
The program runs from Wednesday, October 21 to Friday October 23, with sessions generally taking place between 10:30 and 18:00, including breaks throughout the day. The overall time window varies per day.
On Saturday October 24, you’ll also have access to the Culture Hub at Felix Meritis, the main ADE Pro Conference location.
There’s no need to bring any additional gear to ADE Lab On Track.
You’ll only need to bring your laptop and headphones. We also recommend bringing a notebook and pen to take notes during the sessions.
There will be gaps between sessions to give you time to grab food and take a break. You can pick up a sandwich or something else to eat from the café at Westweelde, or bring your own food. Please note that participants are responsible for making time in their schedule to eat and take breaks between sessions.
Both tracks have dedicated programming, but we know there's a lot of crossover between the two. Where capacity allows, you'll also be able to join selected sessions from the other track.
Information about how to take part in each opportunity will be shared here when the program is announced on October 12.
Info & Ticket Desks for picking up your personal ADE Lab On Track wristband.
~ Here you can pick up your wristband and badge if you are attending the Lab On Track program.
Westerpark container
Address: Gosschalklaan, 1014 DC Amsterdam
Tuesday October 20: CLOSED
Wednesday October 21: 09:00 to 18:00
Thursday October 22: 09:00 to 18:00
Friday October 23: 09:00 to 18:00
Saturday October 24: CLOSED
Sunday October 25: CLOSED
~ This Info & Ticket desk is the most convenient location for collecting your accreditation when you want to visit the ADE Lab On Track program immediately after pick up.
NOTE
Please be aware that your e-ticket is strictly personal and non-transferable. It is mandatory to show your ID/passport during pick-up. Your items cannot be picked up by someone else.
When you initially made the order, you would have received a confirmation email from [email protected] with subject line “Your ticket(s) for Amsterdam Dance Event 2026”. Click on “Visit and personalize my order” to access and download the pdf e-ticket.
ADE Pro's conference program is the ultimate business and inspiration platform for the global electronic music industry, featuring dedicated programming for music professionals, aspiring DJs/producers and musicians, tech start-ups, brand- and marketing managers and much more.
Want to learn top-level strategies and key insights from industry leaders while expanding your network of other professionals? Make sure to visit ADE Pro.
The new ADE Lab On Track goes deeper than ever before. Get ready for a professionally guided academy program built around masterclasses, mentoring, performances, studio sessions, and demo drops. Time to level up!
ADE Lab On Track is created for ambitious emerging music professionals ready to take the next step. Learn, create, connect, and get a closer look at the music industry along the way. Leave with new knowledge, new connections, and plenty to put into practice.
No. An ADE Lab On Track ticket does not give you access to the ADE Pro Conference or ADE Pro events. If you want to attend ADE Pro, you’ll need a separate ADE Pro Pass.