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Festival news, artist updates and packing guides — 35 articles from the RaveConnects team.
News
Insomniac Secures Funding to Build Massive New Las Vegas Events Venue
Clark County approves $10 million in redevelopment funds for Insomniac to transform the former Sahara Event Center into a 5,000-capacity warehouse and open-air festival hub.
NewsUltra Japan Bans Moshing and Circle Pits Ahead of 2026 Edition
Organizers cite safety concerns as Ultra Japan 2026 kicks off at Odaiba Ultra Park with a strict no-moshing, no-circle-pit policy and no refunds for violators.
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Festival News
UMusic Hotel & Beach Club Tulum Becomes the Official Hotel of Zamna
As Zamna marks its 10th anniversary, the Tulum-born festival brand is partnering with UMusic Hotel & Beach Club to link its events directly to a 57-key hotel and 800-capacity beach club — with year-round programming to match.
Festival NewsTomorrowland Winter Is Heading Back to Alpe d'Huez in March 2027
A full week of skiing, snowboarding, and mainstage-caliber sets returns to the French Alps as Tomorrowland Winter 2027 confirms its dates and opens an experience simulator ahead of October ticket sales.
Festival NewsBurning Man Tickets Are Surprisingly Cheap Ahead of 2026's Axis Mundi
As Black Rock City gears up for Axis Mundi, softer-than-usual demand has left resellers struggling to profit and left some of Burning Man's cheapest tickets in years still available.
Festival NewsAncient Wonders Meet Modern Beats: Starlight Festival Set to Light Up the Giza Pyramids This Octobers Up the Giza Pyramids
Seven Wonders of the Ancient World from October 9 and 10, 2026.
Festival NewsBerlin Echoes with Unity : Rave the Planet Parade 2026
Festival NewsThings You Absolutely Shouldn’t Miss at Tomorrowland
Tomorrowland is much more than a music festival—it’s a magical world where music, art, technology, and people from over 200 countries come together.
Festival NewsDefqon.1 Became the World's Biggest Hardstyle Festival
From a one-day gathering of dedicated hard dance fans to a four-day spectacle attracting visitors from more than 100 countries, Defqon.1 has evolved into the undisputed global capital of harder styles music.
Festival NewsTomorrowland 2026 Receives Official Security Clearance
Following a comprehensive independent review in the wake of last year's stage fire, Tomorrowland is cleared to open with new advanced safety protocols.
Festival NewsAshes to Embers: The True Cause of the 2025 Mainstage Fire
Festival NewsCercle Festival 2026
This year’s festival was particularly historic due to an unprecedented cultural and scientific partnership with the European Space Agency (ESA) and the French National Centre for Space Studies (CNES).
Artist News
Amelie Lens & Angèle Join Forces on New Track “run”
Belgium’s techno powerhouse Amelie Lens and pop superstar Angèle have teamed up for a surprising new collaboration, bringing two different sides of Belgium’s music scene together.
Artist NewsCalvin Harris Makes Guinness World Records History With 1.6 Million-Person DJ Set
The Scottish superstar is now officially the record holder for the largest attendance at a DJ set by a single artist.
Artist NewsAmber Broos & Juliet Fox Team Up for Hard Techno Cut 'Comedown' on Tomorrowland Music
Belgian DJ Amber Broos and Berlin-based Juliet Fox turn a series of impromptu B2B sets into a driving, acid-laced techno single out now on Tomorrowland Music.
Artist NewsThe Phantom of High-Tech Minimal: The Fire, The Scars, and Boris Brejcha’s Venetian Shield
"When I put on the mask," Boris has reflected, "I step into another dimension"
Artist NewsAvicii Tribute Experience will be back at Tomorrowland 2026
Artist News25 Years of Euphoria: Armin van Buuren Drops 'ASOT 25 Years' Anniversary Mix
The wait is finally over. To celebrate a monumental quarter-century of the world’s most influential trance radio show, Armin van Buuren has officially unleashed his personally curated "A State of Trance: 25 Years - Selected Highlights" anniversary mix.
Artist NewsTechno Titan Amelie Lens Celebrates Her 36th Birthday Amid Major Album Announcement
Artist NewsPaul van Dyk Launches VANDIT Next Generation Mentorship Programme
A unique opportunity for emerging electronic music producers to receive direct mentorship from Paul van Dyk and release on the VANDIT Label Group.
Guides
Every ADE 2026 Party in One Place
ADE means 300+ parties across Amsterdam in five nights. We built a hub to track them all — see who's going, add your own party, and never dig through ten Instagram accounts again.
GuidesThe Endurance Fest: How to Survive a 3-Day Music Festival Completely Sober
Music festivals are legendary for their intensity. Whether it's a massive EDM rave, a desert rock festival, or an indie camping weekend, dropping three straight days of nonstop music without any chemical shortcuts can feel like a massive hurdle. If you're taking a break for medical reasons, hitting a lifestyle reset, or just want to remember every single set, partying sober is a whole different ballgame. Honestly? It's lowkey a major flex.
GuidesBeat the Heat at Music Festivals
The summer is here and this time, Europe is burning. Here is a little guide to keep you cool.
GuidesTop Techno Festivals in Europe 2026: From Awakenings to Glitch
The definitive guide to Europe's best techno festivals in 2026 — from Amsterdam to Malta, warehouse raves to open-air stadiums.
GuidesThe Best EDM Festivals in Europe Summer 2026: Your Complete Guide
From Tomorrowland to Ultra Europe — a comprehensive guide to the biggest EDM festivals across Europe this summer.
GuidesTomorrowland Is Life — Issue 01
The monthly community magazine for the Tomorrowland Is Life group. 12 pages of the stories, debates, guides and People of Tomorrow that defined the month.
GuidesThe Ultimate Music Festival Packing Checklist: Everything You Need for an Epic Experience
Don't forget the essentials! From hydration packs to the perfect campsite setup, we've got you covered for your next big rave.
News
Anjunadeep Announces Australian 2026 Tour: Sydney, Melbourne & Perth Dates Revealed
Anjunadeep is returning down under this November and December 2026 with Eli & Fur, Dosem, HANA, and Jody Wisternoff across Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth. Here is everything you need to know.
NewsTomorrowland's Parent Company Reports Record Financial Results
WEAREONE.world, the company behind Tomorrowland, has recorded its strongest financial performance yet — with revenue surpassing €300 million in 2025.
NewsThe World’s Biggest Stages: A Look at DJ Mag’s 2026 Top 100 Festivals
The results are officially in. As of July 3, 2026, the global electronic music community has spoken, and DJ Mag has revealed its annual Top 100 Festivals ranking. For ravers worldwide looking to plan their next pilgrimage, this list serves as the definitive guide to where the best sound systems, most immersive production, and most dedicated crowds will be this year and beyond.
NewsThe People of Tomorrow, Assemble: Tomorrowland Unveils Massive 2026 Timetable and Stage Clashes
NewsTomorrowland Boat Pre-party before on 22 July in Amsterdam
Amsterdam on 22nd July ? Let's party together on a boat.
NewsLive Today, Love Tomorrow, Unite Forever: The Top 10 Most Iconic Tomorrowland Sets of All Time
Every summer, Boom, Belgium transforms into the undisputed capital of the electronic music universe. While hundreds of incredible artists grace the holy grounds each year, a select few performances transcend the standard festival set. They become cultural milestones, core memories, and the definitive soundtracks for the People of Tomorrow. Whether you were sweating it out in the crowd or watching the live stream from across the globe, these are the top 10 Tomorrowland sets that made history.
NewsGlobal Icons Unite: David Guetta, Andrea Bocelli, Megan Thee Stallion, and EJAE Drop Official FIFA World Cup 2026 Anthem ‘DNA’
Football and electronic music have collided once again on the world's biggest stage. FIFA has officially unveiled "DNA" (More Than A Game), the highly anticipated official anthem for the FIFA World Cup 2026. In what stands as one of the most stylistically ambitious World Cup anthems ever released, the track brings together an unprecedented cross-genre powerhouse: legendary Italian tenor Maestro Andrea Bocelli, French dance music titan David Guetta, three-time Grammy-winning rap superstar Megan Thee Stallion, and multi-award-winning singer-songwriter EJAE.
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