Mayday Festival Dortmund 2026 is set to electrify the Westfalenhallen, Dortmund, on Thursday 30 April 2026, marking another spectacular edition of Germany’s most historic electronic music event. Dubbed the “Mother of All Raves,” Mayday stands as a cornerstone of European club culture — a high-octane celebration of techno, trance, hardstyle and house that has shaped generations of ravers since 1991.

Each year, tens of thousands of fans from across Europe converge on the vast halls of Westfalenhallen for one unforgettable night that stretches into dawn. With its unmatched production, colossal light shows and world-class sound systems, Mayday delivers a pure, high-energy atmosphere where lasers slice through smoke, beats shake the floor, and unity rules the night. It’s not just a festival — it’s an institution.

Over three decades, Mayday has welcomed an extraordinary line-up of electronic music pioneers and modern trailblazers. Past editions have featured legends such as Paul van Dyk, Carl Cox, Sven Väth, Chris Liebing, Nina Kraviz, Adam Beyer, Charlotte de Witte, Moguai, Robin Schulz, Claptone, Maddix, Reinier Zonneveld, Talla 2XLC, and Vini Vici, spanning every pulse of the electronic spectrum. Expect the 2026 line-up to follow this legacy — blending veteran icons with cutting-edge DJs across Mayday’s signature arenas, from the pounding intensity of the Arena Stage to the euphoria of Empire, the underground grit of Factory, and the futuristic energy of Syndicate.

Running annually since 1991, Mayday was created as a movement to save German dance radio and went on to define the sound and spirit of the country’s rave generation. Today, it remains a benchmark for large-scale indoor festivals — fiercely loyal to its motto, “You make my day.”

Travel to Dortmund is effortless, with Westfalenhallen easily reached by metro or train from Dortmund Hauptbahnhof, and hotels across the city catering to the international crowd. Doors typically open in the evening and close well after sunrise, with 12+ hours of uninterrupted music, visuals and connection.

With its legendary heritage, monumental production and unmatched atmosphere, Mayday Dortmund 2026 promises another night of unity, euphoria and relentless rhythm — where the past, present and future of electronic music collide under one roof.