This year, the classics area at Elektrum is getting a serious upgrade – bigger than ever, yet still as intimate as you remember. And that’s not all: for the first time, Desperados will be hosting the stage, marking a brand-new chapter in the Elektrum story.
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During last year’s edition, it became clear just how much love there is for the classics sound. The area was packed with fans singing along to every track and feeding off the energy from start to finish. Following that success, organizers WiSH Outdoor and Intents Festival decided to expand the classics area this year – giving fans more space while keeping the nostalgic, familiar atmosphere that makes the stage so beloved. “Last year, we saw how many people came for the classics. We wanted to preserve that feeling, but with more space for everyone to truly let go.”
Classics by Desperados
For the first time ever, the classics stage will be hosted by Desperados. With their colorful, vibrant vibe and strong connection to dance music culture, it’s a collaboration that perfectly fits the spirit of Elektrum. The stage will once again pay tribute to the roots of hardstyle – a place where the energy of the past and present collide.
The line-up delivers a balanced mix of melodic and raw sounds. Adrenalize vs Omegatypez and Josh & Wesz bring those uplifting, melodic anthems from the golden years of hardstyle – the hands-in-the-air moments fans love. On the other side, Jason Payne Goldschool, Regain and Sub Sonik will showcase the raw edge of the classics, delivering heavy kicks and that unmistakable raw energy that perfectly matches the intensity of the Desperados stage.
Classics by Desperados timetable
14:00-15:00 Zelecter
15:00-16:00 Jones
16:00-17:00 Audiotricz vs Demi Kanon
17:00-18:00 Josh & Wesz
18:00-19:30 Adrenalize vs Omegatypez
19:30-21:00 Jason Payne Goldschool
21:00-22:00 Regain
22:00-23:00 Sub Sonik
The last outdoor classics stage of 2025
Elektrum takes place on Saturday, October 11, 2025, in Boxtel. The Desperados Classics Stage is the only stage that’s fully outdoors – the perfect spot to enjoy the very best of the classics under the open sky one last time before winter sets in. A final day outdoors, filled with atmosphere, nostalgia, and timeless hardstyle energy. For tickets and more information, visit the official Elektrum website.
