Awakenings ADE 2026: Line-ups, Tickets & Sugarfactory Guide

By the If It Ain't Dutch Editorial Team · Updated 16 October 2026 · 7 min read

Live guide: line-ups, times and ticket status were checked against official ADE, venue and promoter pages on the afternoon of 16 October 2026. Ticket status changes fast, so always confirm on the official link before you buy.

If you're heading to Awakenings, you're leaving the city: for the second year running, all eight Awakenings ADE shows take place at Sugarfactory in Halfweg, a former sugar factory just west of Amsterdam. (The Gashouder, its old home, runs its own "Gashouder Presents" series this year.)

Here's every show with its line-up and ticket status, followed by everything you need to know about getting there and what to expect at the door. Status checked on awakenings.com and ADE's programme on 16 October.

Awakenings ADE 2026: all 8 shows

Set times we have: at Drumcode, Kaufmann opens at 23:00, Victor Ruiz plays 00:30–02:00, Kevin de Vries & Konstantin Sibold play 02:00–03:30, Adam Beyer plays 03:30–05:30 and Enrico Sangiuliano & Ilario Alicante close from 05:30 to 07:00. Other timetables are published per event on awakenings.com close to the date.

Which Awakenings ADE shows still have tickets?

On 16 October, Opening Night (Wed 21), Friday Sessions (Fri 23) — with Ben Klock b2b Philippa Pacho and JakoJako b2b Rødhåd — and Adriatique All Night Long (Sat 24) were still on sale. Drumcode, Metamorfosi, Trip To Galaxy, Sunday Sessions and Prophecy were sold out.

For sold-out shows, use only official resale. Note that Awakenings sends sealed, personalised e-tickets to the main buyer on Monday 19 October, and its download link doesn't work for TicketSwap purchases — TicketSwap delivers those itself. More in our ADE 2026 tickets & resale guide.

How to get to Sugarfactory

Address: Kristalpromenade 7, 1165 PD Halfweg (some navigation apps know it as "Crystal Promenade 7").

By train (easiest)

Halfweg-Zwanenburg station is directly opposite the venue. Up to four NS Sprinters an hour stop there: about 10 minutes from Amsterdam Centraal, 5 from Sloterdijk, 5 from Haarlem and around 20 from Schiphol. Tap in and out with your contactless card (OVpay).

Getting back after a night show: we couldn't confirm that night trains stop at Halfweg-Zwanenburg. Shows end at 07:00, when regular Sprinters are running again — but if you leave early, check the NS planner for your exact time before you go.

Shuttle

Awakenings sells shuttle bus tickets in its ticket shop for ADE 2026. Departure point, times and prices weren't published when we checked; check the shop and your ticket email. (Last year's shuttle only existed because of rail works, so don't rely on old information.)

Car

Buy a €12.50 parking ticket in advance in the ticket shop. Without one there's no parking once it sells out, and you can't use the outlet's own garage — follow the yellow event-parking signs.

Taxi

There's an official taxi stand (follow the signs) and a separate pick-up/drop-off zone for pre-booked rides like Uber. Awakenings warns against unlicensed drivers.

Know before you go

• 18+ only. Bring a valid government-issued ID.
• No re-entry, and entry closes two hours before the end of each show.
• Lockers are compulsory for bags and jackets. They're cheaper online: order by Monday 19 October for the Wednesday and Thursday shows, and by Wednesday 21 October for Friday to Sunday. Sizes M (22×25×50 cm) and L (36×25×50 cm).
• Payment is by tokens, bought at the cash desk with card or cash.
• Not allowed: your own food and drink, large flags, inflatables, and professional camera or audio gear.
• Saturday night is longer: the clocks go back at 03:00 on Sunday 25 October, so Adriatique's all-nighter gets an extra hour.

Want more techno in town on the same nights? Our 25 best underground parties at ADE 2026 has the club alternatives, and the ADE 2026 hub and full timetable has everything else.

Awakenings ADE 2026 FAQ

Where is Awakenings ADE 2026?

All eight Awakenings ADE 2026 shows are at Sugarfactory, Kristalpromenade 7, 1165 PD Halfweg, just west of Amsterdam. The venue is directly opposite Halfweg-Zwanenburg train station.

Who is playing Awakenings ADE 2026?

Highlights include Adam Beyer and Drumcode (Thu 22), Joseph Capriati and The Martinez Brothers (Fri 23, day), Ben Klock b2b Philippa Pacho and JakoJako b2b Rødhåd (Fri 23, night), Joris Voorn and Jeff Mills (Sat 24, day), Adriatique all night long (Sat 24), and Prospa (Sun 25), plus 999999999 and Novah at the Opening Night (Wed 21).

Is Awakenings ADE 2026 sold out?

Partly. Drumcode, Metamorfosi, Trip To Galaxy, Sunday Sessions and Prophecy were sold out on 16 October. Opening Night, Friday Sessions and Adriatique All Night Long were still on sale.

How do I get to Sugarfactory from Amsterdam?

Take an NS Sprinter from Amsterdam Centraal (about 10 minutes) or Sloterdijk (about 5 minutes) to Halfweg-Zwanenburg, which is directly opposite the venue. Awakenings also sells parking and shuttle tickets in its ticket shop.

When will I receive my Awakenings ADE tickets?

Awakenings sends sealed, personalised e-tickets to the main buyer on Monday 19 October 2026. Tickets bought on TicketSwap are delivered by TicketSwap.

Can I leave and come back in at Awakenings?

No. There's no re-entry, and entry closes two hours before the end of each show.

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