Electronic music · 2026
- Where
- Rotterdam · Netherlands
- Rotterdam Ahoy
- Camping
- Not available
About this festival
Rotterdam Rave Festival returns to Rotterdam Ahoy on 29 August 2026. From 1pm to 11pm, the techno festival takes over the complex’s halls and outdoor spaces with several areas ranging from groovy to hard kicks. The edition’s programme features 25 acts from the international techno scene, including I Hate Models, Kobosil, Anetha, Fantasm, Dyen and In Verruf. The line-up also includes B2B sets from Karah and Toxic Machinery, plus Klofama and Onlynumbers, as well as Jessie Dols, Kuko, Lammer, Mischluft, Pegassi and Winson.
Entry begins at 1pm and the doors close at 9pm; the event is for ages 18 and over. Zuidplein metro station provides convenient access, with Ahoy within walking distance. Regular tickets had already sold out in advance, with remaining tickets available only through resale platforms. Rotterdam Ahoy is one of the city’s largest event complexes, combining an urban location with several stage areas for the festival into the night.
Line-up
- ANETHA
- BELLA CLAXTON
- BØĘRY
- Cynthia Spiering
- DYEN
- FANTASM
- I HATE MODELS
- IN VERRUF
- IOSIO
- Jessie Dols
- KARAH
- Klofama
- KOBOSIL
- KUKO
- Lammer
- Lisa Korver
- MISCHLUFT
- ONLYNUMBERS
- Pegassi
- SLVL
- TOXIC MACHINERY
- SOMEWHEN
- UEBERREST
- USH
- Winson
Questions & answers
How do I get to the festival?
The festival takes place at Rotterdam Ahoy and is easy to reach by metro. Lines D and E run from Rotterdam Central Station to Zuidplein, which is only a few minutes’ walk from the site. If you are travelling by bike, use the cycle parking at the large P1/P2 car park and follow the signs from the festival entrance. Public transport hire bikes are available at the central station.
Is parking available?
Parking is available at Rotterdam Ahoy, and parking tickets can be ordered in advance from the ticket shop. Drivers should navigate to Ahoyweg 10 via Charlois or Oldegaarde for smooth entry and exit. If you are being dropped off, use the Kiss-and-Ride zone at Jacob-Kleiboerweg 80.
How old do I need to be to get in?
The festival is only open to those aged 18 or over. ID may be required on entry.
What can I bring, and what is prohibited?
You may not bring food, drinks or liquids onto the site. Backpacks and bags larger than A4 or more than ten centimetres thick are also prohibited. The house rules also provide for bag checks at the entrance.
Are dogs allowed on site?
Pets are not permitted on the festival site.
Until when can I enter?
The festival on 29 August 2026 is open from 13:00 to 23:00. Entry closes at 21:00.
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