5 festivals not to miss

With more than 1000 festivals per year, the Netherlands ranks among the world's largest festival countries. New events continue to join the calendar. This year, two leading festivals have been added to the programme. Get out your dancing shoes: MASTERS shares the top five you should not miss this summer.

With more than 1000 festivals per year, the Netherlands can count itself among the world's largest festival countries. However, new ones are still being added to the portfolio. This year, our country has once again gained two leading festivals. Get your dancing shoes out, because MASTERS shares the top five that you should not miss this summer.

1. Keinemusik | August 24

The German collective Keinemusik will take over the stage at the Taets event site on August 24. The collective, consisting of DJs and music producers Adam Port, &Me, Rampa and Reznik, and art director Monja Gentschow, is renowned for its melodic house style and high-quality performances. Keinemusik previously organized festivals in cities such as Berlin, Ibiza, Rio de Janeiro, Los Angeles, Mexico City and Miami. This will be the very first edition in the Netherlands.

Event organizer SONA, known for the No Art festivals, is enthusiastic about the collaboration with the German collective. They say they are looking forward to introducing the Dutch public to the unique sound of Keinemusik and experiencing the atmosphere of their legendary festivals.

2. Milkshake Festival | July 26, 27 & 28

Milkshake is a celebration of diversity and love. The colorful festival in Amsterdam combines music, art and culture in a unique mix that promotes inclusivity. Whether you are a fan of house, techno, pop or hip-hop, you are guaranteed to find something you like at Milkshake. 

3. Loveland Festival | August 10 & 11

Loveland is a classic among Amsterdam festivals. With a breathtaking location on the Sloterparkmeer, Loveland offers a weekend full of world-class electronic music. The line-up is spectacular, with both international greats and local talent.

4. Circoloco | September 14

The iconic Circoloco from Italy, one of the most renowned event organizers in the world, will descend on the NDSM Werf in Amsterdam on September 14. For 15.000 enthusiasts this promises to be a party they will never forget. Circoloco broke through in 1999 at the legendary club DC10 in Ibiza and grew into a culture bearer of festivals worldwide.

With artists such as The Martinez Brothers, Seth Troxler, Tale of Us, Black Coffee and The Blessed Madonna, Circoloco has already caused a stir in cities such as Paris, Milan, Rio de Janeiro, Tokyo and Phuket. This year, Circoloco is organizing its own festival in the Netherlands for the first time, and that promises a spectacle…

5. Twisted ArenA | July 20 

Verknipt returns to the Johan Cruijff ArenA for their - in their own words - most legendary show ever. A gigantic stage with 40.000 ravers, accompanied by a unique experience of light, lasers, visuals, LED, special effects and fireworks; this edition brings everything together for a monumental celebration.