After setting unofficial records as the largest hard techno rave in the world, Verknipt ArenA is leveling up this year with a Guinness World Records attempt for the largest laser show ever.
When the renowned Dutch promoter’s 40,000-capacity massive returns to Amsterdam’s Johan Gruijff ArenA on July 19, Verknipt has unveiled plans to unleash more than 1,000 lasers across the iconic soccer stadium in an attempt to surpass the current record of 824, set at the Dubai World Cup horse races in 2021, and write its name into Guinness’ famous book of history-making achievements.
According to a press release, the official Guinness World Records attempt will take place during a specially timed moment in the show, at exactly 11:50 PM local time—just under three hours into the 10-hour event—enveloping the entire venue in a sea of laser beams synchronized to the beats of hard techno’s best DJs. Verknipt’s planned deployment of more than 1,000 lasers is over 20 times the number used at last year’s Verknipt ArenA, which utilized 50 lasers.
“The idea of programming 1,000 lasers still blows our minds—especially when last year’s 50 already felt unreal,” organizers wrote. “This has been months in the making, and we’re pulling out all the stops to deliver a once-in-a-lifetime experience. We can’t wait to share this monumental night with over 40,000 fans. It’s going to be nothing short of historic.”
Verknipt ArenA’s immersive audiovisual spectacle will also feature a new 360-degree stage design, hosting sets from a powerful lineup of established heavyweights and rising stars across the hard dance spectrum. French frontrunner Nico Moreno will headline, joined by high-octane B2Bs like Cloudy B2B NOVAH, DYEN B2B Fantasm, CARV B2B Holy Priest, and Basswell B2B Onlynumbers. Other highlights include a B3B from APHØTIC, NYCO, and XRTN, a set from hardcore icons Paul Elstak B2B Cynthia Spiering, and a Verknipt Arena 2025 Album Showcase.
For more information or to purchase tickets to Verknipt ArenA 2025, visit verknipt.org/arena-2025.
Featured image courtesy: Verknipt.
