The 2026 edition of A State of Trance (ASOT) Rotterdam, was held at Ahoy on March 1st. This attrition marked 25 years of the iconic trance festival. Fans from around the world gathered for a weekend of immersive music, creative stage design, and performances from both legendary acts and rising artists. The ASOT YouTube channel has uploaded full performances from the festival, allowing fans to relive the weekend’s highlights. Notable sets include Lawton at Area 3 and a high-energy b3b set featuring Armin van Buuren, Oliver Heldens, and Maddix at Area 1. Cosmic Gate captivated the crowd at Area 2. While Ruben de Ronde’s NRG2000 and Giuseppe Ottaviani’s melodic trance set added to the festival’s dynamic lineup. Beyond the music, the festival’s stage design wowed attendees. Multi-level decks around the DJs, container-inspired elements, and integrated lasers and LED visuals created an immersive, interactive experience across all five areas. Elevated stages and crowd interaction decks made the performances feel closer to the audience. The layering of lights and visuals ensured each set was visually stunning. A standout moment was Armin van Buuren’s 25 Years Celebration Set. Armin blended classic anthems with fresh mashups that thrilled fans live and online. Videos also give behind-the-scenes glimpses into the festival’s production, from stage setup to creative direction, showcasing how ASOT continues to innovate beyond the music. Whether you missed the event or want to revisit your favorite moments, the official ASOT YouTube channel has compiled all 2026 sets into a playlist, capturing everything from intimate melodic journeys to high-energy mashups. Fans can watch the full sets on YouTube and stay tuned for future official uploads. Pre-registration for next year’s ASOT Rotterdam is already open, promising another weekend of unforgettable trance music and production. You can sign up for 2027 here.[WATCH] Live Set Videos from ASOT Rotterdam 2026
Full Sets from 2026
