History of Hardcore Festival 2026

On Saturday 6th of June 2026 history returns to its cradle. The Hemkade in Zaandam. The holly grounds where thousands of gabbers lost their hearts to the music forms the backdrop for a new chapter. But make no mistake: this is no simple retrospective. This is the evolution.

After goosebump-inducing indoor editions at Hemkade, we're pulling out all the stops for our very first full festival. We're transforming Hemkade into a hardcore paradise with no fewer than 4 outdoor and indoor stages