Free Your Mind FAQs
What type of music is played at Free Your Mind Festival?
The Free Your Mind Festival primarily features a dynamic blend of House and Techno music . This includes a range of subgenres such as Deep House, Tech House, and increasingly, Hard Techno and Industrial Techno.
Are there specific subgenres of House and Techno that are more prominent?
While both House and Techno are central, Techno, particularly Hard Techno, appears to have a strong presence at the festival. You might also hear elements of Acid House and Acid Techno.
Has the music style of the festival changed over the years?
Since its beginning in 2004, the festival has consistently featured House and Techno . The inclusion of Hard Techno has become more noticeable in recent editions , showing an adaptation to current trends in electronic music.
Is there a way to listen to the kind of music played at the festival beforehand?
Yes, there are curated playlists available. A Spotify playlist titled "@freeyourmindfestival" by MusicMagic.io showcases "Best Techno Tracks" . There are also mentions of underground techno playlists (Groove, Minimal, Acid, Industrial) curated by artists associated with the festival.
How many stages will there be at the Free Your Mind Festival in Arnhem in 2025?
The 2025 edition of the Free Your Mind Festival in Arnhem will feature 5 stages.
What kind of stages can attendees expect at the festival?
Past editions have included a main marquee (a large tent), a main outdoor stage by the river, and a unique stage under the historical John Frost Bridge. You can likely expect a mix of indoor and outdoor stages, including a large main stage and potentially smaller, more intimate or uniquely located stages.
Have there been stages with specific names or themes in the past?
Yes, in 2019, stages were named MIND, SPIRIT, HEART, and SOUL. More recently, the festival has featured stages hosted by brands like Unreal and Flow.
Are the stages usually curated based on the music genre?
There is a tendency to align specific genres with particular stages. For example, the stage under the John Frost Bridge often features darker techno, and the main stage might have a broader mix of house and techno.
Are drugs prohibited at Free Your Mind?
Free Your Mind maintains a zero policy on drugs. It’s forbidden to use or possess any drugs at the event. When the organization spots or confirms any infringements, the offender can be handed over to police. It’s forbidden to trade drugs at events of Free Your Mind.
From which age am I allowed to visit a Free Your Mind event?
To visit a Free Your Mind event you must be at least 18 years old of age. Your ID can be requested or checked. If you can’t show your ID, it’s not possible to visit the event.
Will there be an access control at a Free Your Mind event?
Yes, there will be an access control. Whilst entering a Free Your Mind event you will be requested to cooperate with a voluntary visitation of yourself and the items you’re carrying. You always have the possibility to choose a security staff member of your own gender for the visitation. Make sure to pick the right queue to do so. If you don’t want to be searched, we can’t let you enter the event.
Is smoking allowed at Free Your Mind?
Yes, it is allowed to smoke in designated smoking areas. It is not allowed to smoke outside these smoking areas, including vapes and e-cigarettes.
Will there be lockers at Free Your Mind?
Yes, there will be lockers, unless communicated otherwise
Is there a bag policy?
Yes, bringing small bags to the event is allowed. We discourage bringing large bags to our events. The exact rules vary per event, it is strongly advised to only bring essential items to the event.
Am I allowed to use or bring E-cigarettes or vapes to a Free Your Mind event?
It is allowed to use or bring E-cigarettes or a vaper to our events. The accompanying liquid can only be brought inside if the package is new and sealed (maximum of 1 package per visitor). You are only allowed to smoke outside in the open air. It is not allowed to smoke (e-)cigarettes or vaping under a shelter or in a tent.
