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Netherlands

dutch trance

pop dance

progressive house

trance

Armin van Buuren

Spain

Ushuaïa Ibiza

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Armin Van Buuren

Sweden

progressive electro house

Swedish House Mafia

Guatemala

techengue

Gordo

Swedish House Mafia Opening Party

Germany

melodic house

Ben Böhmer

german techno

hamburg electronic

melodic techno

minimal techno

Solomun

Belgium

acid techno

belgian techno

dark techno

electra

Amelie Lens

big room

dutch house

electro house

Hardwell

France

dance pop

David Guetta

United States

Steve Aoki

dutch edm

Martin Garrix

Brazil

pop nacional

slap house

Alok

Charlotte de Witte

Job Jobse

brazilian techno

ANNA

Kevin de Vries

house

Eric Prydz

Australia

Cassian

belgian dance

belgian edm

Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike

Tomorrowland is one of the world’s largest and most iconic electronic music festivals, held annually in Boom, Belgium. Since its inception in the mid-2000s, it has evolved from a modest one-day event into a multi-weekend extravaganza that draws hundreds of thousands of “People of Tomorrow” from around the globe. Each summer, the festival transforms the De Schorre park into a magical wonderland where music and fantasy converge amid elaborate stages and massive crowds.

Each edition of Tomorrowland is built around an immersive theme that influences everything from the décor to the Mainstage design. Over the years, the festival grounds have been turned into fairy-tale forests, enchanted kingdoms, and underwater worlds. Iconic Mainstage sets - from the giant open book of the “Book of Wisdom” to the carnival-style wonders of “Amicorum Spectaculum” - have set new benchmarks for festival production. Enormous moving stages, pyrotechnics, and synchronized light shows create a multi-sensory experience.

Tomorrowland boasts an unparalleled lineup of electronic music talent across all subgenres. Its stages have been headlined by superstar DJs like 

, and so many more. With dozens of stages hosting hundreds of artists, the festival caters to tastes ranging from house and techno to trance and hardstyle. Beyond the music, the atmosphere fosters a sense of global unity - attendees wave flags from every corner of the world, and Tomorrowland’s motto “Live Today, Love Tomorrow, Unite Forever” is reflected in the crowd’s camaraderie. This celebration of diversity and togetherness has become central to Tomorrowland’s identity, turning the event into a cultural melting pot.

Tomorrowland’s success in Belgium led to international editions carrying its spirit abroad. 

 in the French Alps is a snowy spin-off blending a ski holiday with an EDM festival at the Alpe d’Huez resort. 

 brought the festival’s magic to South America, drawing huge crowds to Parque Maeda in São Paulo and uniting fans from over 60 countries. These offshoots mirror the flagship’s elaborate staging and top-tier lineups, extending Tomorrowland’s global reach.

Tomorrowland’s growth from a local Belgian event into a global phenomenon exemplifies how music can transcend borders and unite people. Its high-production spectacle and emphasis on storytelling have set new standards, inspiring other music festivals worldwide. Through its aftermovies and live broadcasts, Tomorrowland has helped push electronic dance music into the mainstream. Today, it stands not just as an annual festival, but as a symbol of global unity and the transformative power of music.

Tomorrowland

De Schorre

Tomorrowland 2025 - Weekend 2

raw techno

schranz

swedish electronic

swedish techno

techno

Adam Beyer

tech house

Mau P

AFROJACK

Ukraine

ukrainian electronic

ARTBAT

Alesso

United Kingdom

uk tech house

Carl Cox

uk dance

John Summit

Tiësto

 is a world-renowned electronic dance music (EDM) festival that began as a humble one-day gathering on the beaches of Miami. It was founded by Russell Faibisch and Alex Omes and originally held as a small concert in Miami Beach. Over the years it has evolved into a multi-day extravaganza known for its spectacular stage productions and an atmosphere of unparalleled energy. The flagship 

 draws tens of thousands of fans each March, cementing Ultra’s reputation as a pinnacle event in the global EDM calendar.

In subsequent years, Ultra expanded far beyond its Miami roots. Under the “Ultra Worldwide” banner, the festival now stages events across all six inhabited continents, with editions in countries from Brazil and South Africa to Japan and Australia. One notable international offshoot is Ultra Europe in Croatia, a weeklong destination festival that draws fans from across the globe. Ultra has also launched smaller single-day Road to Ultra shows and beachside events (such as Ultra Beach) to bring the experience to cities where full-scale editions are not yet held. This global expansion has made Ultra one of the most internationally recognized festival brands, helping spread EDM culture worldwide.

As the festival grew, its musical offerings and production scale also diversified. Ultra’s stages now showcase a spectrum of electronic music subgenres, from mainstream house and trance to techno and underground styles. The brand introduced its RESISTANCE sub-brand to spotlight techno and house artists in dedicated arenas, complementing the main stage’s blockbuster EDM acts. Ultra was also a pioneer in embracing live streaming, bringing “Ultra Live” broadcasts to millions of viewers worldwide since the early 2010s. This technological edge and constant innovation have helped Ultra set high standards for production quality and unite a worldwide community of dance music fans.

Over the past two decades, virtually every superstar DJ has performed at Ultra’s events. Frequent headliners include giants like 

, among many others. These artists often debut new music or deliver special sets at Ultra - including occasional surprise group reunions or once-in-a-lifetime collaborations on stage. Through its global reach and iconic performances, Ultra Music Festival has not only adapted to the evolving EDM scene but also helped shape it, establishing a blueprint for international EDM festivals and uniting a worldwide audience under the banner of electronic music.

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