The Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) is currently taking place across the city, with nearly 200 locations hosting performances by well-known DJs. Now in its 30th year, ADE is recognised as the world's largest festival for electronic music, drawing DJs from around the globe to Amsterdam. This year, the programme includes a special dance party designed for children, offering a family-friendly way to experience the event. A reporter from Jeugdjournaal visited to see how the children's party works in practice.
What this means if you are learning Dutch or new in the Netherlands
For newcomers, ADE is a good example of how Dutch cities mix large-scale international events with local, family-oriented activities. If you are learning Dutch, children's events like this can be a relaxed setting to hear simple, everyday language and pick up vocabulary related to music, dancing and going out. The existence of a children's party also shows that the festival is not only for adults, which may be useful if you are settling in with a family. Keep in mind that ADE brings extra crowds and noise to parts of Amsterdam, so planning travel and checking schedules in advance is sensible. The event runs for several days, so there are plenty of chances to explore the programme, whether you are a long-time resident or have recently arrived.