What really happened behind the scenes of A State of Trance over the past 25 years? In this session, the A State of Trance crew shares personal stories, iconic moments, and key lessons that shaped the event into a global phenomenon.

Dennis de Bruin (General Manager Insomniac Europe), Sander Reneman (Founder/Creative director 250K and Creative manager Armin) and Ruben de Ronde (DJ, producer and Radiohost) take the audience through defining milestones, unexpected challenges, 

and behind-the-scenes decisions that never made it to the spotlight. They dive into how touring actually works, how countries and cities are selected, and what preparations happen long before a show ever reaches the stage.

The session also reflects on the highs and lows of 25 years of A State of Trance, from breakthrough moments to setbacks and tough decisions, and looks ahead to the future of the brand and the global trance scene. 

Along the way, the crew shares humorous anecdotes and never-before-told backstage stories that reveal the human side of the show.

This interactive session invites the audience to engage directly with the crew through live questions and conversation.