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Looking for the ultimate dark wave and electronic music experience this autumn? THE DARK LAB 2, brought to you by IMC & THE BLACK LAB in collaboration with Vive La Fête and other iconic partners, returns for its second edition at 8 rue des champs, 59290 Wasquehal, France—a venue ready to host the region’s most passionate festival community.
Festival Highlights
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2-day celebration with 7 bands and 3 DJs across the gothic, electro, post-punk, and synth-pop spectrum.
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Friday 31 October—Line-up includes DAS ICH (DE, electrodarkwave legend), Traitrs (CA, new wave/post-punk), Dageist (FR, new wave) P. Codenys of FRONT 242 (BE, DJ set) tickets starting from €20.
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Saturday 1 November—Features Vive La Fête (BE, synth pop icons), The Hacker (FR, electro EBM master), NNHMN (DE, dark electronic), JE T’AIME (FR, post-punk/new wave). Secure your place for €20–€35.
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Sunday 2 November—Special free event for 2-day pass holders: FOREVER GREY (US, dark wave) & Xwave radio show DJ set (FR, chenapan).
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All tiers catered: Kids go free, nice price, low budget, and regular tickets available for every night.
Essential Ticket Info
Get the exclusive 2-day pass for just €50 (excl. fees)—and unlock free access to the special Sunday afternoon event. Tickets are on sale now, and the combi-ticket option appears behind each daily ticket link—book online to secure spots for yourself and friends!
Why THE DARK LAB 2 Stands Out
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Public event—everyone welcome, including fans from Facebook and all over.
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Accessible location in Wasquehal, perfect for festival-goers from France, Belgium, and beyond.
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A diverse and authentic festival lineup balancing legends and trailblazers in the scene.
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Friendly, inclusive pricing structure plus special kid and budget options.
Don’t Wait—Join Europe’s Dark Wave Gathering
Gothic, electro, dark wave, and EBM fans—mark your calendars for THE DARK LAB 2 and immerse in an unparalleled community experience. Share the event with friends, join the Facebook pages of THE BLACK LAB and Vive La Fête for live updates, and prepare for one of the most energetic festival weekends of 2025.
