Following the huge success of last year, one of the most anticipated trance gatherings returns to the iconic Panama Amsterdam as part of the Amsterdam Dance Event: the Amsterdam Trance Event, scheduled for 24 October 2026. Tickets are already available, and as always, early purchase is strongly recommended
In recent years, events and festivals have grown increasingly massive across the trance scene. Yet alongside this rise in scale and production, there has been a parallel demand for authenticity and emotional connection to the music. This is exactly the direction taken by brands such as Nocturnal Knights, which last year joined forces with Black Hole Recordings to deliver a pure trance experience during ADE week, which this year celebrates its 30th anniversary (21–25 October).
For trance lovers, Panama Amsterdam is already a legendary venue: often associated with events by Luminosity Events, it has long represented one of the most authentic spaces to experience trance in its classic, emotional form.
Last year’s Amsterdam Trance Event was one of the standout moments of the entire ADE programme, featuring a six-hour showcase packed with exceptional B2B sets, including performances from RAM b2b Richard Durand (Digital Culture), Alex M.O.R.P.H. b2b XiJaro & Pitch, Ciaran McAuley b2b ReOrder, just a few of the names.
This year, the event returns in an even bigger format: on Friday, 24 October 2026, fro. 14:30 to 21:30, two rooms will host a carefully curated selection of both iconic names and rising talents from the global trance scene:
MAIN ROOM:
RAM b2b Richard Durand
Alex M.O.R.P.H. b2b XiJaro & Pitch
Sean Tyas b2b Allen Watts
Talla 2XLC b2b York
Darren Porter b2b BiXX
Dan Cooper b2b Brendan Bartels
Anunnakis
SECOND ROOM:
Frankyeffe b2b Luvstruck
Steve Dekay b2b Mark Wilks
Ralphie B & Frank Waanders pres. Collide 1
Rene Ablaze b2b Angelus
Amos & Riot Night b2b Inoblivion
Nathia Kate b2b Bryn Whiting
LIVE VOCAL: Natalie Gioia
Organisers warn that last year’s tickets sold out in 48 hours: for this edition as well, the message is clear: secure your spot as early as possible here: Essence Of Trance.