ADE collaborates with DJ Mag again for 30 YEARS ADE: Check out the festivities

Wednesday, 14 October 2026
DJ Mag is known for listing the world's most popular DJs and clubs, reaching over 72 million readers globally each month. Beyond the rankings, its articles and interviews explore electronic music and the culture surrounding it in depth. This year, DJ Mag brings that expertise to 30 YEARS ADE across both the ADE Lab and ADE Pro programs. Read on to discover where to find DJ Mag throughout the week and join them in celebrating 30 YEARS ADE.

ADE Lab

DJ Mag's Track Breakdown with Sammy Virji

Sammy Virji on ADE Friday at Westweelde, will be breaking down the production for his 2025 collaboration with Skepta - ‘Cops & Robbers’, sharing the ideas and sounds that shaped the track, which has picked up millions of streams. Learn from one of the key names in the new wave of UK garage and bassline, continuing Sheffield's rich history of music.

DJ Mag's How I DJ with Djrum

Also at Westweelde, Djrum will be hosting a mixing masterclass, bringing one of the most eclectic and skilled DJs on the circuit in front of our Lab On Track attendees, showing his approach to live mixing and music selection. He turns turntables into instruments, using fast-paced mixing to create mind-splitting combinations. A rare chance to learn directly from a unique artist.


CLUB Lab

CLUB Lab closes out ADE Lab On Track at Radio Radio on ADE Friday. Beforehand, Het Ketelhuis hosts a free AV and live performance showcase featuring Colombian Drone Mafia & Cayequitas, Emma Rubikaitė-Milašiūtė & Khrystyna Kirik, Makoto Inoue, and On Track wildcard winners Minnie & Fryware ft. Mysterious Creator.

At Radio Radio, open call winners Té de Gember, VKANG and Valentina join Arman Khan, cinnamon and JAEL for a night spanning garage, house and beyond.



ADE Pro


DJ Mag In Conversation: Octo Octa and DVS1


On ADE Thursday, Two of the underground's most vital figures join DJ Mag to discuss their respective sounds, influences and connections to Midwest rave culture, while exploring the ideas and experiences that have shaped their careers. Join their conversation as they reflect and question each other's approach to the decks.


DJ Mag | The Art of the After-Hours

The After-Hours is what we live for, rewarding those with patience with spectacular performances and unexpected moments. Constructing the perfect after-hours set relies upon a multitude of factors: location, music, crowd, energy and community. On ADE Friday at Felix Meritis, DJ Mag channels the experience of some veterans embedded in the scene, bringing Brent Roozendaal (Breakfast Club), Doudou MD and Sven Bijma (Club RAUM) into conversation to break down the different elements and approaches that lead to a memorable after-hours session.


DJ Mag @ Skatecafe

DJ Mag returns to Skatecafe for the third year, reuniting with one of Amsterdam Noord's most well known and loved venues. Rolling in will be Amelie Lens!!

ADE Lab

DJ Mag's Track Breakdown with Sammy Virji

Sammy Virji on ADE Friday at Westweelde, will be breaking down the production for his 2025 collaboration with Skepta - ‘Cops & Robbers’, sharing the ideas and sounds that shaped the track, which has picked up millions of streams. Learn from one of the key names in the new wave of UK garage and bassline, continuing Sheffield's rich history of music.

DJ Mag's How I DJ with Djrum

Also at Westweelde, Djrum will be hosting a mixing masterclass, bringing one of the most eclectic and skilled DJs on the circuit in front of our Lab On Track attendees, showing his approach to live mixing and music selection. He turns turntables into instruments, using fast-paced mixing to create mind-splitting combinations. A rare chance to learn directly from a unique artist.


CLUB Lab

CLUB Lab closes out ADE Lab On Track at Radio Radio on ADE Friday. Beforehand, Het Ketelhuis hosts a free AV and live performance showcase featuring Colombian Drone Mafia & Cayequitas, Emma Rubikaitė-Milašiūtė & Khrystyna Kirik, Makoto Inoue, and On Track wildcard winners Minnie & Fryware ft. Mysterious Creator.

At Radio Radio, open call winners Té de Gember, VKANG and Valentina join Arman Khan, cinnamon and JAEL for a night spanning garage, house and beyond.



ADE Pro


DJ Mag In Conversation: Octo Octa and DVS1


On ADE Thursday, Two of the underground's most vital figures join DJ Mag to discuss their respective sounds, influences and connections to Midwest rave culture, while exploring the ideas and experiences that have shaped their careers. Join their conversation as they reflect and question each other's approach to the decks.


DJ Mag | The Art of the After-Hours

The After-Hours is what we live for, rewarding those with patience with spectacular performances and unexpected moments. Constructing the perfect after-hours set relies upon a multitude of factors: location, music, crowd, energy and community. On ADE Friday at Felix Meritis, DJ Mag channels the experience of some veterans embedded in the scene, bringing Brent Roozendaal (Breakfast Club), Doudou MD and Sven Bijma (Club RAUM) into conversation to break down the different elements and approaches that lead to a memorable after-hours session.


DJ Mag @ Skatecafe

DJ Mag returns to Skatecafe for the third year, reuniting with one of Amsterdam Noord's most well known and loved venues. Rolling in will be Amelie Lens!!

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ADE Pro Pass

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