Dance music festival Tomorrowland returns to Shanghai with expanded experience

Following a successful debut in China last year, The Magic of Tomorrowland is set to return to Shanghai with an expanded experience on Oct 17 and 18.

Tomorrowland, one of the largest and most iconic electronic music festivals in the world, together with Hero Esports, INS Land and Budweiser is ready to return bigger than ever with the indoor spectacle, featuring a two-day lineup of global artists and welcoming more fans into the world of Tomorrowland.

Set against the iconic Shanghai Bund waterfront at the Hero Dome, The Magic of Tomorrowland combines the festival's renowned storytelling, world-class production and electronic music culture with cutting-edge technology and local creative influences, creating a one-of-a-kind entertainment experience in the heart of Shanghai.

Designed exclusively for Shanghai, The Magic of Tomorrowland transforms the venue into a fully immersive world where music, light, technology and creativity converge. Featuring one spectacular main stage inspired by Tomorrowland's legendary Planaxis theme, audiences will be transported into a breathtaking environment brought to life through premier art production, immersive visual effects and a uniquely intimate festival atmosphere.

"The Magic of Tomorrowland continues to redefine live entertainment by bringing together music, technology and immersive experiences. We are proud to expand the event and deliver an unforgettable festival experience for fans in Shanghai," Danny Tang, co-founder and CEO of Hero Esports, said.

Bringing together internationally acclaimed electronic music superstars and rising local talent, the event celebrates the diversity and creativity of today's global music culture. Across the two-day event, fans can experience a different artist lineup each day, as well as explore exclusive merchandise, immersive experience zones, curated food and beverage offerings, interactive brand activations, entertainment experiences and a vibrant festival atmosphere.

As Tomorrowland continues to expand its presence around the world, Shanghai represents an important chapter in the festival's long-term vision for Asia.

"We are excited to bring The Magic of Tomorrowland back to Shanghai for a new experience. The enthusiasm from fans in China and across Asia has been incredible, and we look forward to welcoming even more people into the world of Tomorrowland this year," Debby Wilmsen, spokesperson for Tomorrowland, said.

Pre-registration for The Magic of Tomorrowland began on Thursday via the INS Land app and INS Land WeChat Mini Program, and further ticket information will be announced in August, according to the organizer.