[Event] Dreamstate SoCal 2025 - A Decade of Trance Heaven

 

For ten years, Dreamstate has been the ultimate sanctuary for trance lovers in the US, and has gained notarity around the world as the place where melodies soar, beats unite, and the community thrives. This November, Dreamstate Southern California returns to the Queen Mary Waterfront in Long Beach, CA, for its 3rd year, marking a milestone anniversary with a lineup that’s nothing short of legendary.

Four Stages, Infinite Vibes

Dreamstate’s magic lies in its diversity. with four distinct stages that TRANCEport fans through every shade of melody from the uplifting to the psychedelic to Trance's favorite older cousin Techno. Here are a few of our must-see sets from the 4 stages where there's no doubt set times will create schedule conflicts galore (especially trying to walk from The Void back over the the 3 other 3 stages 

The Dream

The flagship stage is pure euphoric energy, featuring the biggest names in uplifting and progressive trance. Expect soaring melodies and timeless classics that define the genre.

• Friday: Ben Hemsley, Gareth Emery (Pres. Decade), Aly & Fila going to b2b with, Paul van Dyk, Sarah de Warren, and of our favorites, Ben Nicky's Emotional Havoc.
• Saturday: Discovery contest winners Bowers & Bidwell, Ferry Corsten, Eli & Fur, Miss Monique, Shingo Nakamura, a special Trance Wax set, and the set the whole internet has been buzzing about: what will Tiesto bring in his Trance set?

 The Sequence

For those who crave the psychedelic edge, The Sequence dives deep into psytrance and progressive grooves and takes you on a mind-bending journey through hypnotic rhythms and cosmic soundscapes.

• Friday: Astrix, Freedom Fighters, GMS, and Mad Maxx.
• Saturday: Ace Ventura, our good friend Khromata, Vini Vici, Ritmo, and Mandragora, the legend John 00 Fleming

The Void

Dark, driving, and immersive The Void is where techno meets trance.

• Friday: David Forbes (Classics Set), Kristina Sky, Mark Sherry, Nifra, and our friend Taylor Torrence.
• Saturday: Our good friends GVX, Lilly Palmer,  T78, Thomas Schumacher, and Victor Ruiz

The Vision

A haven for emotional and vocal trance, The Vision brings heart and soul to the festival, not to mention goosebumps and unforgettable sing-alongs 😅

• Friday: Amy Wiles, Darren Tate, US debut of HEL:SL0WED, Ilan Bluestone, and Superstrings.
• Saturday: Bryan Kearney, Darren Porter, and Roman Messer, and the CANT MISS debut of SOCIETY (comprised of legends, Bakari, Kaeno, Mike St Jules & Mr Brooks)

But wait.... theres more...

Beatbox Art Car

Some of the up-and-coming Trance legends can be found at the art car right behind The Void

Afterparties on the Queen Mary! 

Some of the mainstage projects and secret projects (like Thick As Theives, some surprises B2Bs, and some of the local favorites at the Beatbox Art Car 

Trance.Family.Forever

Dreamstate’s 10-year celebration isn’t just about music—it’s about community, nostalgia, and evolution. As one of the world’s premier trance festivals, Dreamstate continues to unite fans under one mantra: “Trance. Family. Forever.”  It's been an amazing ride having only missed 1 Dreamstate (October 2020 when they moved the format to the drive in) from its humble beginnings as a 1 stage event at the NOS in San Bernardino.

Enjoy this special playlist of videos from the first year of Dreamstate!