On 27th and 28th of February 2026, we will be back at Rotterdam Ahoy to celebrate a quarter-century of A State of Trance! ASOT 2026 marks the 25th anniversary of the radio show that brings thousands of fans to the Dutch city each year!
25 Years of A State of Trance
The A State of Trance radio show, hosted by Armin van Buuren, began as a simple broadcast, but has become a weekly ritual for millions of listeners around the world: Every episode brings new releases, introduces upcoming producers, and is a little party for your home or office.
When new sounds develop, they often debut on ASOT first. When artists break through, it’s frequently thanks to the exposure the show provides. Over the years, the radio show has kept fans and trance enthusiasts up to date with everything happening in the world of trance.
The festival in Rotterdam is where fans who listen religiously every week can finally come together in the massive venue with like-minded people from all over the world and dance the nights away.
The Line-up covers all stages the genre went through and has no equal in its variety and quality!
A State of Armin on Friday
One of the standout moments of ASOT 2026 happens on Friday night, when Armin van Buuren takes the stage for a five-hour headline set.
The host of the weekend is no stranger to extended sets, which allow space for storytelling without rush. We expect him to take us on a journey through the last 25 years, bringing the nostalgia, as well as showing once again how versatile the genre has become since its early days.
Saturday’s B3B
Saturday brings another major highlight with a special B3B set featuring Armin van Buuren, Maddix and Oliver Heldens.
This back-to-back-to-back is set to blend three very different styles: Armin stands at the center of trance history, Maddix brings a high-energy and modern festival sound, Oliver Heldens adds his signature style that fuses house and techno with big-room energy.
Having witnessed all three artists play their own amazing shows before, we are more than curious what the melange of them will bring!
A Full Weekend of Music
For fans who want to make the most of ASOT 2026, official hotel packages offer a great way to turn the festival into a full weekend experience. These packages include stays of two or three nights, with perks like a welcome drink, exclusive goodie bag, extended breakfast hours, late check-out, and even access to a Saturday indoor pool party.
Staying at an official ASOT hotel also gives festival benefits such as a dedicated hotel entrance, early entry on Friday and Saturday, Fastlane access to the main stage, and a weekend locker per room.
There are also nearby hotels with similar perks, giving fans options to choose from.
For those who want to continue after the main event ends, official afterparties take place each night at Now & Wow, keeping the ASOT energy going into the early morning.
ASOT has introduced countless tracks to the world, helped launch careers, and created a global meeting point for trance fans. For anyone who has followed the radio show, attended previous editions, or discovered trance through ASOT, let’s make this birthday celebration a memorable one!
