Tiësto to Rock a Full-On Trance Set at Dreamstate SoCal 2025

If you’ve been aching for a dose of classic Tiësto trance, your dream is coming true. Rumor confirmed: the legend is headed back to his roots with a dedicated trance set at Dreamstate SoCal, happening November 21–22, 2025, at the iconic Queen Mary Waterfront in Long Beach.

A Trance Titan Returns: Tiësto’s surprise “In Search of Sunrise” closing set at EDC Las Vegas 2025 had fans buzzing, and now he’s going all-in with a full trance performance crafted specifically for Dreamstate SoCal—what Pasquale Rotella described as “crafted for the Dreamers.” As Dreamstate celebrates its 10-year anniversary, booking Tiësto’s return to trance feels like the perfect crown jewel for this milestone edition. It also marks just his second trance set of the year, making this a truly rare and anticipated moment for longtime fans of the genre.

Fans are calling it a true “full-circle moment”—a chance to relive the sweet melodic rush that made trance legendary.

The Bigger Picture

Tiësto’s return isn’t just a headline—it’s a sign that trance might be making a comeback in a big way. With the master not only dipping a toe back in but diving fully into the genre, it’s giving fans hope for more trance-forward sets, maybe even a resurgence across festivals.

Dreamstate continues its mission of being all trance, all the time—even branching into psy, progressive, and techno, but always staying true to its core. And this year, with Tiësto leading the trance charge, it’s shaping up to be the most electric edition yet

Final Take

Mark your calendars, trance lovers. Tiësto’s Dreamstate SoCal set isn’t just another festival performance—it’s a promise. A return to the euphoric roots, the sprawling soundscapes, and the emotional build-ups that defined an era. Whether you grew up on his early trance or want to discover it anew, this is one set you can’t afford to miss.