HEMKADE Presents brings the Portuguese DJ and Catholic priest, known for bringing together faith, Christian tradition and the energy of techno, to the Netherlands this January.
Thursday the 5 November 2026 - HEMKADE is bringing Portuguese DJ and Catholic priest Padre Guilherme to the Netherlands for the first time on 30 January 2027, as part of its HEMKADE Presents series in Zaandam. His work brings together the depth of faith and the energy of techno, exploring the relationship between electronic music and spirituality. His Dutch debut will bring this distinctive artistic approach to HEMKADE.
Following his performance at World Youth Day 2023 in Lisbon, before approximately 1.5 million young people, Padre Guilherme began appearing on the line-ups of some of the most prestigious events in global electronic music. His performances have since included Afterlife at Hï Ibiza, Zamna Festival in Chile, Medusa Festival in Spain and Beats For Love in the Czech Republic. A DJ and Catholic priest, his work brings together the pulsating energy of electronic music and the contemplative dimension of music inspired by Christian tradition. He now brings this distinctive musical approach to the Netherlands for the first time.
Joining him is Kevin de Vries, whose melodic approach to techno has established him as a recognised name on the international electronic music scene. The line-up also features Chris Avantgarde, Aaron Hibel, Mees Salomé, Ninsa & Vero, spanning a range of sounds for the January event.
The announcement marks another step in the growth of HEMKADE Presents, the venue’s in-house event series, which builds on its 32-year history in Dutch nightlife while giving the family-run business a more active role in shaping its future. Through its own programming, HEMKADE is bringing international artists and distinct event concepts to Zaandam, expanding its offering beyond its role as an established event destination. The series opens with BRESH on 21 November, followed by ANTS on 12 December and Davyboi on 31 December.
Joining him is Kevin de Vries, whose melodic approach to techno has established him as a recognised name on the international electronic music scene. The line-up also features Chris Avantgarde, Aaron Hibel, Mees Salomé, Ninsa & Vero, spanning a range of sounds for the January event.
The announcement marks another step in the growth of HEMKADE Presents, the venue’s in-house event series, which builds on its 32-year history in Dutch nightlife while giving the family-run business a more active role in shaping its future. Through its own programming, HEMKADE is bringing international artists and distinct event concepts to Zaandam, expanding its offering beyond its role as an established event destination. The series opens with BRESH on 21 November, followed by ANTS on 12 December and Davyboi on 31 December.
Tickets for the event on 30 January 2027 are on sale now.
About HEMKADE
HEMKADE is a family-run, high-end industrial event destination located on the water at the edge of Zaanstad's industrial landscape, building on Amsterdam’s nightlife and cultural scene while offering a distinct setting beyond the city. Established in 1994, the venue has been part of the Dutch event and nightlife scene for more than three decades, hosting a diverse range of music, cultural, and commercial events.Now entering its next chapter, HEMKADE is expanding its role from event venue to active programmer and curator through HEMKADE Presents, introducing its own programme of events and experiences while continuing to welcome leading international and local event concepts. Following a major renovation in 2023, the venue now spans more than 5,000 m² of indoor and outdoor space with four event spaces under one roof, alongside outdoor possibilities by the water, and has hosted internationally recognised events and artists including Boiler Room, Music On, ANTS and Intercell, as well as Marco Carola, KI/KI, ANOTR, Job Jobse and Sara Landry. With the launch of HEMKADE Presents, a new chapter in that story begins.
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