ADE Lab
ADE Lab
ADE Lab returns to Lab Village at Westergas in 2026 and is evolving as a platform for community, collaboration, and creation. For the next phase of the talent launchpad, ADE Lab is divided into a number of distinct programs. The first is the all-new ADE Lab On Track: a 3-day academy program where the next generation of Producers and Performing Artists connect through real life collaboration, shared knowledge and in-person connection.
More information about other program tiers at ADE Lab Village, will be announced in the weeks leading up to ADE 2026.
ADE Lab On Track is calling on the next generation of producers and performing artists. Applications to become part of the new program this Thursday, 6 August 2026. Sign up below.
New: ADE Lab On Track
Get On Track with ADE Lab.
ADE's 30 of knowledge-sharing, experimentation, and pioneering, ready to be passed on to the next generation.
Three full days of classes, coaching, community, collaborating, and creating.
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.
New: ADE Lab On Track
Get On Track with ADE Lab.
ADE's 30 of knowledge-sharing, experimentation, and pioneering, ready to be passed on to the next generation.
Three full days of classes, coaching, community, collaborating, and creating.
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.
We’re calling on the next generation of producers and performing artists to become part of ADE Lab On Track.
New talent On Track to become pros.
Applications open 6 August 2026
Two dedicated 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.
Two dedicated 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.
Benefits of being part of ADE Lab On Track
- Three full days of tailor-made academy programming, exclusive to ADE Lab On Track members.
- Access to the ADE Lab On Track Hub and venues.
- Professional coaching and feedback, alongside support from mentors and facilitators who help shape your experience.
- Participation in demo drops, open decks, mentoring sessions, open calls, and community events.
- Inclusion to the Lab On Track community of like-minded members: make new valuable connections for your emerging career.
Your commitment at ADE Lab On Track
Since ADE Lab On Track is designed as in-depth academy program, we ask that when you apply to participate, you fully commit to the program:
- Unlike previous years, participants are required to attend the full program rather than individual sessions.
- Rather than buying a non-committal ticket, we want you to become part of a deep dive program and community, which is why we require applications.
Dates: The three-day program takes place October 21 / 22 / 23. Your participation also includes access to the ADE Culture Hub on October 24.
Applications: important information
ADE Lab On Track is a paid program. Tickets for the full three-day academy program are €149.
Selected participants will have a limited period to purchase their ticket after acceptance.
ADE Lab On Track has limited capacity to keep the program personal and hands-on. Before applying, please make sure you're comfortable with the ticket price. That way, every available spot can go to someone ready to take part.
Application deadline: September 6
What happens if I apply to ADE Lab On Track?
The team at ADE Lab will review your application carefully. You can expect to hear back regarding the status of your submission no later than September 18th.
Applications to become part of the new program are open this Thursday, 6 August 2026. Sign up below.
ADE Incepted, part of ADE Lab On Track
ADE Incepted returns as an intensive four-day collaborative development program for 12 emerging creatives. Designed to simulate the full creative and commercial process of developing and releasing an EP, you will work directly towards an official release with Sony Music and a showcase on the ADE stage.
Incepted takes place in Amsterdam and requires daily in-person attendance to allow for focused collaboration among the 12 selected participants.
More information about Incepted and the application process can be found in the application form for ADE Lab On Track.
