Dekmantel’s 11th edition reaffirmed its status as one of Europe’s most discerning electronic music festivals with a precisely calibrated five‑day program from July 30 to August 3 that balanced legendary performers and bold newcomers across seven stages in Amsterdamse Bos and city venues.

Floating Points debuted his Sunflower Sound System at the Greenhouse stage, delivering crystalline audio in an experimental eight‑point setup during a marathon back‑to‑back set with Palms Trax, setting a new benchmark for festival sound.

Moments like Richie Hawtin’s stripped‑back audiovisual debut as DEX EFX X0X and Jeff Mills live‑scoring Metropolis added rich textures to the lineup, underscoring Dekmantel’s reputation for cultural context and curatorial ambition.

Support staff praised the festival’s blend of innovation and intentional programming as another standout summer experience in Amsterdam’s music scene.