Wednesday, October 18 // O S C A R – a solo out of a solo (Doka)
Arno Schuitemaker creates performances that are immersive and hyperphysical. Breaking down the boundaries between dance, performance, visual art, and club culture, his work receives praise for the inventive forms he creates for themes that lie at the intersection where the intimate and the universal meet.
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Wednesday, October 18 – Friday, October 20 // Tale of Bus (Werkplaats)
Tale of Bus – a mobile record shop & traveling sound system – will be parked in front of our hotel from Wednesday until Friday during ADE from 13.00-20.00. Get ready to dive deep into the vinyl boxes and discover your next favourite gem.
Wednesday, October 18 – Sunday, October 22 // Station Werkplaats x Radio Many Møre (Werkplaats)
During ADE collective Many Møre takes over Station Werkplaats all week long with a pop-up radio show. All this happens from and around the Volkshotel sauna that used to be on the roof, but from which we couldn’t bear to part.
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Thursday, October 19 // Steppin’ Talks: Starting and building a community (Doka)
A talk on building a community, label and/or party meant to enhance, protect and provide a stage for minorities.
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Thursday, October 19 // United Identities (Doka)
Dutch music imprint United Identities founded by CARISTA continues their annual return to intimate sound bar Doka in Amsterdam with a stellar line up for ADE 2023.
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Friday, October 20 // Klank en Kleur (Canvas)
Klank en Kleur debuts on Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) with a night in Canvas, the 7th floor of Volkshotel. Expect the finest house and disco music plus interactive sounds and colours.
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Friday, October 20 // ROLROLROL: Jameszoo & Niels Broos (Doka)
ROLROLROL is the cheerful new project of adventurous producer Jameszoo and equally adventurous keyboardist Niels Broos. The album ‘MUSIC’ was released in June, the first single of which was a collaboration with Jamie Woon. The album is a mixture of pop, modern jazz and electronic music.
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Friday, October 20 // Cape St. Francis (Doka)
Cape St. Francis aims to shine a light on waves of all shapes and sizes. This time landing at Doka for our ADE special with some of our biggest inspirations coming straight from the US.
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Saturday, October 21 // Yoga x ADE special (Werkplaats)
For those who want to catch their breath in between all the ADE festivities, we offer a special yoga edition under guidance of our yoga teacher Mira aka Mir Yoga Flow, who will be accompanied by DJ Pål.
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Saturday, October 21 // Good Music Vinyl Market (Werkplaats)
Good Music Vinyl Market returns to Volkshotel for a special ADE edition. A recurring vinyl market that offers you the best affordable records selected by DJs, labels and record shops from Amsterdam and beyond.
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Saturday, October 21 // Doka Electronic Live Sessions (Doka)
Descend down to our basement for a evening of sonic and visual exploration. During ADE Doka transforms itself into a playground where three live electronic musicician come together and create tangible interpretation of the sounds living inside of their minds.
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Saturday, October 21 // Kamma & Masalo present Brighter Days (Doka)
Since 2014, Brighter Days has been a colourful get-together in Amsterdam nightlife promoting positivity and togetherness run by resident DJs Kamma and Masalo. Join the celebration in Doka Studio with an all-night party gathering!
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Saturday, October 21 // Heist Recordings X Black Rave Culture (Canvas)
Amsterdam locals Dam Swindle celebrate 10 years of Heist with label powerhouse Cinthie & US DJ Collective Black Rave Culture for a night full of house, breaks and techno.
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Sunday, October 22 // Badplaats Session w/ Kourosh & Nic Mauskovic (Badplaats)
Kourosh and Nic Mauskovic (from the Mauskovic Dance Band) will take you on a musical journey that passes by dub, lounge, r&b, and hip hop. They will play live instruments, sing, and rap in various languages like English, Italian, and Farsi. Don’t miss out.
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Sunday, October 22 // Likeminded presents: The ADE Fantasy (Doka)
The Amsterdam based party series Likeminded picks up the ADE torch on the final day, Sunday October 22, as they return to their homebase Doka. If you’ve ever been to a LM night you know you’re in for a treat, extra everything – it’s ADE after all.
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We can’t wait to see you around. Don’t want to go home? Book a room here.
Artwork by James Lacey