Get ready to don your rave gear, Vancouver, because for one unforgettable night this March, the stage is lighting up with performances by Swedish house icon Alesso, and German duo Cosmic Gate.

INSOMNIA Festival is back and is sure to put all your senses to the test. Bright lights, deep house and bass, and high-energy trance that transports you to another world.

According to its Facebook page, the very first INSOMNIA Festival took place in March of 2019, with Alesso, Ben Nicky, Vini Vici, and Daijo in the lineup. As Canada’s premier music festival at TradeX, it has become centre stage for some of the world’s top talent. This includes David Guetta last year, and a whole host of global artists to come.

Organizers have also been involved with other concerts across the city over the past few years, including Steve Aoki, R3hab, Alan Walker, and soon Claptone at the Harbour Event & Convention Centre, to name just a few.

2025 lineup

This March, get ready to dance to electrifying performances by Alesso, Cosmic Gate, Alok, KSHMR, and Ben Nicky. And for the first time, there will be an all-new Basszone Stage featuring sets by Rooler and Lil Texas.

Of note: The festival is open to all ages, but there is a separate 19+ VIP experience available where guests can enjoy bar access.

Tickets & info

The night of world-class performances will take place at TradeX in Abbotsford, with round-trip shuttle service available from Vancouver, Burnaby, and Richmond for an extra $26.65 per person.

GA Tier 3 tickets are now on sale online for $134.99 per person, or $168.20 for VIP (19+) access. Quick Entry Passes are available for an extra $26.65.

So if you’re craving a night that’s filled with melodic house, trance, hardstyle, and bass, this is the festival for you.

INSOMNIA 2025 – Abbotsford

When: Saturday, Mar. 22, 2025
Where: 1190 Cornell Street, Abbotsford
Cost: $134.99+

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Isabelle Vauclair

Staff Writer, Vancouver – Isabelle is a West Coast native with an appreciation for Vancouver’s natural landscape, patio scene, and community spaces. She loves to discover new hidden gems in her neighbourhood and share them with readers across the city.

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