With over 800 artists from all over the world and more than 270 events held over five nights, the Amsterdam Dance Event is the worlds largest club festival for electronic music. Now in its 17th edition and taking place from October 17th through the 21st, ADE has revealed the first events and artists for 2012.

First up we have the Dave Clarke event at the Melkweg with Green Velvet, DJ Sneak and Octave One. ALDA Events has announced their lineup featuring multiple events with artists such as Sander van Doorn, Hardwell, Ryan Marciano & Sunnery James, plus an Armada Label Night. Last but certainly not least, the Dutch techno event Awakanings will be presenting 3 events, including Carl Cox presents: Global 500, Adam Beyer presents: Drumcode and Richie Hawtin presents: Enter.

For the full list of ADE events and speakers, make your way over the the official site at: www.amsterdam-dance-event.nl