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Rebecca Besnos
Europe, Events
16 February 2026

The full line-up for DGTL Festival has finally dropped, as the legendary Dutch event prepares to return for a 14th time to its spiritual home of Amsterdam’s iconic NDSM Docklands. Packed with international headliners, groundbreaking live acts and emerging talents, the news follows on from an initial line-up announcement during ADE that already sparked high expectations. With the program now complete, including the highly anticipated Sunday night, DGTL Festival 2026 promises to be an unforgettable celebration of music, art and community.

The weekend kicks off with a spectacular opening night, as legendary DJ and producer Armand van Helden, one of the most influential figures in house and dance music, brings his iconic house and dance classics, a celebration of decades of groundbreaking productions and remixes. The crowd will also be taken on a journey by Benny Rodrigues, Eileen and Kirollus, who will present a blistering mix of house and disco to set the tone for the weekend.

Saturday offers an energetic mix of house, techno and live acts. Alongside returning favorites such as previously announced Camelphat, Âme & Trikk, Gerd Janson, FJAAK, and Colyn & Mees Salomé, DGTL adds several standout new performances including Kamma & Yu Su and the audiovisual live show by HorsegiirL.

Also returning to DGTL this year, DJ HEARTSTRING, the Berlin-based duo who have made waves in recent years with their Trance Dance Music. From BBC Radio 1 Future Stars recognition and a Boiler Room debut to international tours across the US, Europe and Australia, DJ HEARTSTRING combines bouncy, high-energy beats with emotional depth, making them one of Europe’s most in-demand acts. Their set promises an explosion of groove and euphoria to draw the biggest crowd.

As the sun sets and darkness falls across the Docklands, the pace shows no sign of letting up. Saturday night’s programming presents an eclectic mix of club energy and experimental beats with Aldonna & Merel Helderman, Gerd Janson and Tjade that will have festival goers dancing deep into the early hours of Sunday morning.

 Sunday daytime, and DJ Tennis and Toman form a striking combination of international and local talent. DJ Tennis is an internationally renowned Italian artist and a regular name on global stages and festivals, while Toman is a rising star from the acclaimed Dutch scene. Together, they create a set centered around flow, emotion and movement.

Jan Blomqvist (live) brings his unique “concert techno” to the NDSM Docklands, melancholic vocals, warm analog textures and subtle rhythms creatung a hypnotic, emotional experience. Twiena and Riria, two emerging stars from Amsterdam and London/Tokyo, will add fresh energy and perspective to the day. Twiena’s genre-blurring, rave-driven sets and Riria’s playful blend of global club energy and Amapiano promise unforgettable moments on the dance floor. 

Completing the daytime program and one of the biggest draws for Dutch and international music lovers alike isGroningen-based DJ Benwal. together with Dom Dolla, I Hate Models, Odymel, Luuk van Dijk and Weval (live) delivering powerful and eclectic live and DJ sets.

Featuring Avalon Emerson & Ineffekt, Emvae & Moxes, and Patrick Mason, Sunday night will be a highlight for night owls,  the artists adding depth to the night with hypnotic techno, house and electronic grooves.

Tickets are available here

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