Armin van Buuren Joins Amelie Lens for Surprise B2B at ADE 2026

The 2026 edition of the Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) delivered yet another unforgettable moment, as Armin van Buuren joined Amelie Lens for a surprise back-to-back set. The impromptu performance took place during the Belgian techno star’s EXHALE takeover at the 5,000-capacity G-Star Rawfactory in Amsterdam, catching attendees completely off guard.

The collaboration between the trance icon and the techno powerhouse occurred without any prior announcement, bridging the gap between their respective sonic worlds. Following the set, Lens shared highlights with her followers on Instagram, documenting the high-energy atmosphere that defined the night.

The EXHALE event was a massive success, filling multiple rooms at the venue with a carefully curated lineup. Alongside the surprise b2b, the night featured performances from Anfisa Letyago and Blondex, as well as additional back-to-back sets from Adiel and HAAi, and DAX J and DJ Nobu.

This appearance was just one of several high-profile moments for Lens during this year’s Amsterdam Dance Event. On Saturday, October 24, she commanded the stage at AMF at the Johan Cruijff ArenA, performing for a crowd of 40,000 people on a bill that included Armin van Buuren, Afrojack, David Guetta, Marlon Hoffstadt, ARTBAT, D-Block & S-TE-FAN, and Korolova.

The ADE run serves as a triumphant conclusion to a landmark year for Lens, who released her debut album ‘AURA’ via EXHALE Records in September and successfully drew 14,000 fans to Antwerp’s KMSKA square for a historic hometown show. For fans looking to catch more of the trance legend’s upcoming performances, further information is available on his official website.