When it comes to dance festivals, Amsterdam is the place to be. The cradle of the dance scene and birthplace of many world-renowned dance festivals such as DGTL, 909 Festival, Komm Schon Alter, Dance Valley, Loveland Festival, Gardens of Babylon. Valtifest and Milkshake Festival. Nowhere in the world are so many dance festivals organized as in Amsterdam.
The list on which Amsterdam NOW tips the best dance festivals is updated weekly.
Sea Salt Festival in Gardens of West: Ultimate summer finale
On Aug. 29, Amsterdam's electronic music scene comes together in West
Anyone who knows the Amsterdam dance scene a little knows that ZeeZout is more than a festival. It is a feeling, a community and, above all, a fixture for those who want to end the summer dancing. On August 29, 2026, ZeeZout will once again descend on the Gardens of West for an edition that revolves around music, connection and that unmistakable vibe the collective has been known for for years.
Tom Scheursweg 48 , Amsterdam
Aug. 29, 2026
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Circoloco Festival: world-class house party at the NDSM
Experience the raw energy of Ibiza's most famous club night with DJs of repute
On Saturday, September 12, the iconic NDSM wharf in North will transform into a sizzling festival site when Circoloco descends on the city and has DJs of renown throwing up records.
NDSM-Plein 90C , Amsterdam
September 12, 2026
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Valtifest celebrates creative freedom with extravagant themes
An annual waterfront party with annually changing themes and special dress codes
Valtifest is a fixture in the waterfront electronic music scene. Each year this festival combines danceable electronic music with striking, creative themes and an extravagant dress code. It takes place at Kaap Oost and attracts a diverse audience that loves creativity and openness.
IJdijk 10 , Amsterdam
Aug. 22, 2026
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