Skepta and Hannah Laing Announced as Speakers for Amsterdam Dance Event 2025

Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) has published a powerful roster for its Pro Conference this autumn, assembling artists, managers and industry leaders for a comprehensive series of talks and showcases.

The five-day gathering in Amsterdam runs from October 22–26, 2025 and pairs an expansive festival program with ADE Pro, the event’s professional conference. Confirmed speakers and participants include British rapper Skepta; DJs Hannah Laing, Joris Voorn, Chris Stussy and Armin van Buuren; plus Daniel Lambert, manager of Kneecap.

These additions complement a lineup that already features names such as Oliver Heldens, HAAi, Billboard cover artist John Summit and Kettama — together forming a slate of more than 1,200 performers across roughly 450 events throughout the city.

Special Projects and Curated Experiences

ADE 2025 will debut an indoor No Art festival: a pop-up concept blending contrasting sonic palettes with immersive visuals. Also scheduled is a 40-hour ambient meditation marathon hosted by ZERØBPM at Thomaskerk, alongside multiple other curated showcases and installations.

Industry Representation and Speakers

Additional participants include Daft Punk creative director Cédric Hervet and viral DJ AG, together with delegates and executives from Sony Music, Warner Records, Tomorrowland Brazil, Armada Music, Helix Records and numerous other labels and organizations. View the complete lineup on the official ADE site.

Full lineup and festival details.

Conference Themes

Panel discussions will span pressing topics for today’s music ecosystem — from artificial intelligence and the evolving legal landscape, to touring strategies, live event production and geopolitical influences on the business. Sessions will also offer practical guidance for navigating platform algorithms and expanding reach online.

Who ADE Serves

ADE 2025 is structured to serve multiple audiences: PRO programming for established industry professionals, Lab sessions focused on emerging talent and careers, and festival programming for general music fans. The event is organized by the Amsterdam Dance Event Foundation, a not-for-profit dedicated to supporting electronic music and its global industry.

Tickets and Passes

The complete program is accessible with an ADE Pro Pass, currently listed at €670 (approximately $787). Individual event tickets begin at €21.50 (about $25.26). Tickets and pass information are available from the official ADE ticket page.

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