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FAQ

Support for all frequently asked questions about Dance Valley Festival can be found here – together with their answers, of course.

GENERAL

Dance Valley festival is the longest running day time dance festival in the world. It’s held annually (when there’s no global pandemic) since 1995 in recreational area Spaarnwoude, Velsen-Zuid, the Netherlands.

The upcoming edition of Dance Valley will take place on Saturday, 9th of August 2025.

Dance Valley takes place at recreational area Spaarnwoude in Velsen-Zuid, the Netherlands.

Navigational address: Oostbroekerweg 1, Velsen-Zuid, The Netherlands.

Directions: From the A9 highway follow the signs to the festival.

The minimum age for visitors of Dance Valley festival is 18 years. All visitors are obliged to carry valid proof of identity, which must be displayed on request.

THE FESTIVAL

The doors open at 12:00 and the last show is till 23.00.

Ticket buyer can enter up until 23.00. 

Guestlist must enter before 18:00.

We recommend arriving early to avoid any disappointment.

  • Perfume: Not allowed.

  • Sunscreen: Allowed, but not in spray cans. When sunny, KWF smear teams will be present and pumps with sunscreen are available.

  • Make-up: Allowed if it is in the original packaging.

  • Deodorant: Only allowed in roller form, spray cans are not allowed.

  • Vape refill liquid: Not allowed.

TRAVEL

Our official bus partner provides bus trips to Dance Valley (and back) from about 100 locations in the Netherlands. Check this link to see where a bus departs near your stay.

Want to organize a bus trip with your group of friends? You can do so up to 5 days in advance. Organize your bus trip here.

Make sure to be on time for both the outbound and return trips!

Are you being dropped off and/or picked up? Then use the “Kiss & Ride” area. The location of the Kiss & Ride is clearly indicated with signs and is easily accessible for both visitors and drivers.

Arrive early to avoid crowds.

DIRECTIONS:

Navigation address: Oostbroekerweg 1, 1981 LR, Velsen-Zuid

Use this address until you see the highway and signs marked ‘P. DANCE VALLEY.’ From that point on, follow the signs for the fastest route and turn off your navigation system.

Don’t forget your parking ticket, which you can purchase via this link.

From the A9, there are special ‘Dance Valley’ signs along the road directing you to the correct exit. Pay close attention to the instructions on the message boards. After this, ‘P. Dance Valley’ signs will guide you to the parking area.

We recommend arriving early to avoid congestion.

Dance Valley offers a well-maintained parking area with drainage, lighting, and traffic controllers. You can purchase your parking pass via this link.

  • Parking pass: €20.50

The parking fee is €20.50 in advance and €25 at the parking lot. You will receive the key transportation information for your trip to Dance Valley via email before your journey. This way, you save money and are well-prepared! Follow the yellow signs to the parking area.

  • Special Parking Pass: €40.75

Do you want to be assured of a parking spot in the main parking area close to the entrance? Then order a ‘Special Parking Pass.’

This parking area is drained and extra well-lit. Your car will be better visible, and the chance of it getting stuck due to possible rain is minimal.

Navigation address: Oostbroekerweg 1, 1981 LR, Velsen-Zuid.

Are you coming by bike, scooter, or motorcycle? You can park these for free in the designated parking area close to the main entrance.

TICKETS

Tickets are available in our official ticketshop.

Tickets can also be purchased through our official resale platform.

BUSINESS