When did Defqon.1 start?

Defqon.1 started in **2003**, making it one of the longest-running festivals dedicated to hard dance music. The inaugural edition was held on **June 14, 2003**, at **Almere Strand** in the Netherlands. Organized by Q-dance, the event quickly became a cornerstone of the hardstyle scene, attracting fans from around the world. Over the years, Defqon.1 evolved from a single-day event into a multi-day festival, with its current home at Walibi Holland in Biddinghuizen since 2011. The festival has grown in scale and popularity, now featuring multiple stages, hundreds of artists, and an unforgettable atmosphere for hardstyle enthusiasts.