Parallel: the club rewriting Amsterdam’s nightlife

In a city where house and techno rule the night, Parallel stands out by bending the norms. Four years in, this venue in Amsterdam Noord has built a reputation for doing things differently – not louder, not flashier, but broader. From Afro house to hyperpop, from UK garage to the new wave of sober raving, Parallel is where sounds, scenes, and subcultures collide.

And here’s the kicker: it’s not just for the heads or the hype. Parallel keeps its doors open to a wide age range – 18 to 45+ – creating a dancefloor where first-timers and clubbing veterans move side by side. Unlike most clubs in town that start at 21+, for the most part, Parallel stays truly 18+, keeping the dancefloor mixed and open to all generations. Whether you're new to nightlife or decades deep, the invitation’s the same: come discover something new.

Here’s what’s on the horizon at Parallel

Jarreau Vandal

ven 5 set, 23:59 • Parallel, NL

Jarreau Vandal has never played by the genre rulebook. His sets glide from soul to jazz to house to hip-hop, always stitched together with a groove that feels effortless. It’s the kind of versatility that comes from being raised in a musical family and from years of sharpening his sound on stages worldwide.

With remixes for Rihanna and Dua Lipa, collabs with Kojey Radical and Gaidaa, and projects that dig into deeper storytelling, Vandal’s built a reputation as one of Amsterdam’s most forward-thinking exports. On September 5th, he comes home to headline Parallel. Expect a set that’s smooth, soulful, and sharp where it counts. 

Ziongate x Rise

sab 13 set, 23:59 • Parallel, NL

Built on electronic rhythms that trace back to the African motherland, the night creates a space where the collective matters more than the individual. It’s about shaking off the weight of the outside world and finding freedom together on the floor.

Linking up with Rise, the Berlin crew known for spotlighting forward-thinking African sounds, this edition promises hypnotic percussion, deep grooves, and a room vibrating with unity. Hyenah will bring his mystic appearance to Amsterdam, accompanied by Ukai, our local innovator Rancido & more….

Expect sweat, spirit, and a glimpse of the future of dance culture.

Sober Clubbing

sab 20 set, 15:00 • Parallel, NL

No booze, no drugs, no problem. Sober Clubbing is Amsterdam’s only party made just for sober dancers… and it hits different. Queer-led, community-driven and unapologetically present, it proves you don’t need substances to go deep, let go, or dance your face off.

From 3 pm to 9 pm, expect high-energy techno, warm faces, and space to move however the moment takes you. Whether you’re sober for life or just for the night, this is where the real connection happens. No filter, no fog – just you, the beat, and the freedom to feel it all.

NOTION

sab 4 ott, 23:59 • Parallel, NL

With 13 million monthly listeners, viral remixes, and a Dance Dubs project that’s been selling out rooms across the UK and US, Notion is more than a name – he’s a movement. From Glastonbury to Coachella, he’s been lighting up stages with garage-infused energy and bass-heavy bootlegs.

Now, he’s making his long-awaited debut at Parallel. Expect exclusive edits, unreleased heaters, and the kind of set that flips a room inside out. Garage, grime, breaks – all fair game. If you’re even thinking about going, don’t wait.

MODUS | ADE 2025

ven 24 ott, 23:59 • Parallel, NL

Modus is Parallel’s shapeshifting platform for eclectic electronics – part club night, part live experiment, all about pushing boundaries. For this ADE edition, it’s teaming up once again with long-time collaborator Lucky Done Gone to curate a night where sound hits from every angle.

Whether it’s club modus or live modus, the ethos stays the same: no templates, no shortcuts, just forward-thinking music and a crowd ready to lock in. Expect a lineup built to surprise and a night that refuses to sit still.

Pardon x ec2a | ADE 2025

sab 25 ott, 23:59 • Parallel, NL

PARDON returns to ADE with a full-throttle link-up – this time joining forces with UK tastemakers ec2a for their five-year anniversary. Known for bootlegs, bass, and no-nonsense releases, ec2a has become a launchpad for the next wave of UKG and club pressure.

To mark the milestone, they’re bringing a stacked lineup: Bakey, one of the UK’s most in-demand selectors; Lala with her genre-blurring club power; a heavy-hitting b2b from Dr Dubplate and Milion; and local favourite EYCEE flying the Dutch flag.

From pirate-radio roots to global recognition, ec2a’s influence runs deep, and this night is all about honouring that DIY energy. Come ready. This one’s gonna be loud.

Parallel doesn’t play by the usual club script

Most venues lean on house and techno, but Parallel flips the page entirely – afro-house one night, hyperpop the next, UK garage or live electronics after that. No single genre, no single crowd, no single way to experience it.

What stays the same is the energy: curious, open, and ready for anything. It’s a space that thrives on surprise, where niche sounds sit side by side with global names, and where every night feels like stepping into a different chapter of the city’s story.

If you’re after a club that keeps you guessing (and keeps you coming back), Parallel’s got your number. And if tickets disappear fast (they usually do), don’t stress. As the official resale partner for Parallel, TicketSwap is where you’ll find safe, last-minute spots for sold-out shows.