Amsterdam Music Festival News
David Guetta Confirmed for AMF 2026 at Johan Cruijff Arena
David Guetta AMF 2026 confirmed for Johan Cruijff Arena on Saturday, October 24, 2026
AMF returns to the Johan Cruijff Arena during Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE), announcing global icon David Guetta as the first headliner for its 2026 edition, returning after six years. The French superstar and number 1 DJ in the world brings his Monolith Show to Amsterdam on Saturday, October 24, 2026, marking a major moment for both the festival and the artist. Pre-registration is now open, with tickets going on sale Wednesday, March 25. Pre-sale tickets will be available from 12:00 CET, followed by the general sale at 15:00 CET via amf-festival.com.
David Guetta Returns to AMF After Six Years
David Guetta’s return to AMF places him back at the centre of one of ADE’s most visible stages, with the event continuing to close out the week inside the Johan Cruijff Arena. His previous appearances at AMF go back to the period when the show consistently filled the arena with crowds of around 40,000, with lineups that included Armin van Buuren, Martin Garrix, Hardwell, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, and Tiësto across different editions. David Guetta appeared on lineups such as AMF 2019, before returning again in 2020, which is the last time he performed at the event.
That six-year gap is what gives this booking more weight. AMF has remained a fixed point in Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE), but the names leading each edition have shifted across recent years. Bringing David Guetta back into that closing slot for 2026, which also aligns with ADE’s 30th anniversary, places him again within the group of artists historically tied to the final night of the week. While ADE unfolds across clubs and venues such as Paradiso, Melkweg, and Shelter, AMF stands apart as a single-night stadium show, which is where this return carries significance.
What the Monolith Show Actually Is
For AMF 2026, David Guetta is set to present his Monolith Show, a production format introduced across his recent large-scale performances. According to the official Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) announcement, the show is centred around a vertical LED monolith structure, supported by 3D mapping and a detailed lighting system designed for stadium environments. This gives a clearer picture of what is being brought to Amsterdam, especially within a venue the size of the Johan Cruijff Arena.
The same concept has been tied to upcoming stadium shows, including dates at Stade de France, where the production is described around the same monolith-based structure. That continuity suggests that the version presented at AMF 2026 will follow the same format, adjusted to the scale of the arena. In practical terms, this points to a set where visual production plays a central role alongside the music, consistent with how David Guetta has been presenting his recent headline performances.
AMF 2026 Ticket Sales and Pre-Registration Details
With David Guetta confirmed for AMF 2026, pre-registration is now open ahead of the first ticket release. This phase has been used consistently by AMF to manage early demand, particularly once the first headline name is announced and interest begins to concentrate around initial ticket phases.
Pre-sale begins on Wednesday, March 25 at 12:00 CET, followed by the general sale at 15:00 CET via the official AMF platform. In previous editions, the main floor inside the Johan Cruijff Arena has typically been the first to sell out, alongside premium and VIP options that offer designated viewing areas within the venue. With the first announcement now confirmed, further lineup additions are expected in the lead-up to Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) as the full AMF 2026 lineup is revealed.
EDM Festivals in October 2025 is where summer’s energy meets spooky-season vibes, delivering global mainstages and Halloween raves.
From Brazil to Amsterdam to LA’s haunted playgrounds, here’s your guide to the top EDM festivals happening this October.
Tomorrowland Brasil 2025
Dates: October 10, 11, 12
Location: Itu, São Paulo, Brazil
Tomorrowland returns to South America, bringing its world-famous production and storybook stages to Parque Maeda. Expect a stacked lineup featuring Alesso Alok, Armin van Buuren, Axwell, and Vintage Culture, plus a passionate Brazilian crowd ready to dance all weekend.
AMF 2025
Dates: October 18
Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Part of Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE), AMF takes over Johan Cruijff Arena for one night of massive mainstage energy. Expect superstar DJs like Armin van Buuren, Hardwell, John Summit, Oliver Heldens, and more, a must-attend for big-room and festival anthem lovers.
&FRIENDS Halloween
Dates: October 31
Location: Manila, Philippines
&FRIENDS Halloween is continuing its incredible 2025 with a massive edition that just expanded to over 50 DJs across 2 stages. Earlier this year, &FRIENDS made waves with their debut festival in the Philippines, drawing over 20,000 fans. Now, they’re set to raise the roof again with their flagship Halloween celebration as Knock2 leads the way as headlining act.
III Points 2025
Dates: October 17, 18
Location: Miami, USA
Miami’s esteemed music, arts, and culture festival, III Points, returns to its home at Mana Wynwood on Friday, October 17 and Saturday, October 18, promising a bold fusion of genre-defying talent, immersive art, and boundary-pushing experiences. Now in its eleventh year, III Points continues to cement its place as a cultural tastemaker, not just in Miami, but on the global stage.
Blacklist Festival 2025
Dates: October 11
Location: Oberhausen, Germany
Germany’s Blacklist Festival returns to Turbinenhalle, Oberhausen on Saturday, October 11, 2025, with more than 50 artists across four stages, a dedicated VISSA floor, and a twelve-hour program covering dubstep, drum and bass, trap, and bass house.
Escape Psycho Circus
Dates: October 31, Nov 1
Location: Southern California, USA
Insomniac’s infamous Halloween rave returns with haunted mazes, twisted performers, and top-tier DJs across multiple stages. With a lineup that features the likes of deadmau5, Marshmello b2b DJ Snake, KSHMR b2b R3HAB, and Deorro, 2025 promises spine-tingling production and dancefloor chaos.
MOGA Festival 2025
Dates: October 1,2,3,4,5
Location: Essaouira, Morocco
MOGA returns to Morocco’s Atlantic coast with over 70 artists, blending house, techno, Afro, and global grooves across four stages. The 2025 lineup features names like Apollonia, Bonobo, DJ Tennis, Folamour, Magda, Luca Saporito (Audiofly), and Dorian Craft, alongside rising underground talent. More than just music, MOGA is a full cultural escape, offering golden beaches, sunset sessions, and a vibrant fusion of Essaouira’s local spirit with a global electronic soundtrack.
RISE Festival 2025
Dates: October 3,4,5
Location: Mojave Desert, USA (20 miles south of Las Vegas)
Celebrating its 10th anniversary, RISE Festival is the world’s largest sky lantern festival, blending music, art, and breathtaking desert scenery. This year’s lineup includes RÜFÜS DU SOL, Ben Böhmer, LP Giobbi, Calvin Harris, Oliver Heldens, Elderbrook (DJ set), Goose, John Mayer, and more across three nights.
Creamfields Chile 2025
Dates: October 11,12
Location: Santiago, Chile
Latin America’s flagship edition of the legendary UK brand, Creamfields Chile is back at Club Hípico de Santiago with a massive two day rave. Known for its huge stages, cutting-edge production, and passionate Chilean crowd, the festival will host Armin van Buuren , David Guetta, Timmy Trumpet, Lost Frequencies, and more.
NITEHARTS Festival
Dates: October 11,12
Location: California, USA
Curated by ISOxo and Knock2, NITEHARTS comes to Snapdragon Stadium with two days of high-energy performances and exclusive back-to-back sets. The 2025 lineup features heavy hitters like Skrillex and Zedd, alongside a handpicked roster of boundary-pushing electronic acts. The event is all ages (no camping), bringing a fresh wave of energy to San Diego’s festival scene with a community-first spirit and world-class production.
From Brazil’s grand stages to Morocco’s beaches and California’s haunted raves, October 2025 is stacked with unforgettable festival moments. Whether you’re chasing global spectacles, intimate cultural vibes, or Halloween madness, this month has it all.
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