20 years on, it makes sense to pause, look back, and remember where it all began. There was a time when electronic music wasn’t an obvious choice, when everything started simply because someone decided to take a risk.

A lot has changed since then. We’ve come a long way to what this is today. Techno has grown, reached new audiences, and found its place across different contexts. Still, the raver spirit remains.

Over the years, a distinct identity has taken shape, shaped by artists who have defined multiple editions and become part of the Festival’s story. This year, many of those names return.

There’s also a clear intention to reconnect with that starting point, keeping a programme that doesn’t follow trends or take the easy route, with choices made with care and attention to detail.

For this edition, and this one only, NEOPOP becomes ANTIPOP again.