📅 April 30, 2026
📍 Dortmund, Germany

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Mayday Festival 2026 is set to return to the Westfalenhallen in Dortmund on April 30, transforming the iconic venue into a nonstop rave from 20:00 to around 07:00. The music festival, known as one of Germany’s biggest indoor electronic music institutions, will host over 30 international DJs and live artists across four massive floors.

This year’s theme “Progress” echoes through every aspect of Mayday 2026: from stage design, sound, and lighting to the artist lineup, reflecting both the heritage of the rave scene and its cutting-edge evolution. Attendees can expect huge LED installations, laser effects, punchy visuals, and top-tier sound systems tailored to deliver jaw-dropping impact all night long.

While many headliners are still under wraps, past editions featured names like Adam Beyer, Reinier Zonneveld, Lilly Palmer, DJ Hell, Miss K8, and Hardy Hard among others, which sets high expectations for the types of acts that will show up. The 2026 edition is expected to continue that tradition with a mix of techno legends, live acts and rising stars pushing new boundaries in electronic sound.

Tickets for Mayday 2026 are already on sale. The event draws about 15,000 fans to the indoor arena and the ticket types include general admission, comfort or VIP upgrades with extra perks for better access, lounges or fast entry in some cases.

What makes Mayday 2026 special is its fusion of nostalgia and innovation. It’s not merely a party, it’s a cultural landmark where generations of rave lovers gather. The mood is rooted in the roots of the scene with techno, hard dance and more aggressive sounds, but also looking forward: experimentation, immersive visuals, performance art and inclusivity are core to the experience.

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Mayday Festival 2026 will unfold on April 30 at the legendary Westfalenhallen in Dortmund, Germany, running from the evening straight through until early morning, continuing its tradition as one of Europe’s longest-running electronic music gatherings.
While the full lineup has yet to be revealed, fans can anticipate a carefully curated roster of international heavyweights and underground pioneers, building on past editions that featured names like Adam Beyer, Reinier Zonneveld, Lilly Palmer, Miss K8, and DJ Hell, ensuring a broad spectrum of techno and hard electronic sounds.
Mayday 2026 will host performances across four vast floors, each offering a distinct musical identity, paired with cutting-edge sound design, mesmerizing lasers, and immersive visual installations to create a multi-dimensional experience.
Mayday is celebrated not only for its massive indoor setting and marathon schedule but also for its balance of heritage and forward-thinking innovation, uniting generations of ravers while constantly introducing new artists, fresh production techniques, and evolving themes such as this year’s “Progress.”
Around 15,000 electronic music enthusiasts are expected to gather at Westfalenhallen, making it one of Germany’s largest indoor festivals, with the crowd’s energy amplifying the thunderous beats until sunrise.

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