Get ready to dive into the story of one of the world’s most iconic festivals. Mysteryland — the longest-running dance festival on the planet — has just released its first-ever documentary Tomorrow is a Mystery, now streaming on Prime Video.
Whether you’ve danced through its stages yourself or always wondered what goes on behind the scenes, this film is worth a watch. It captures the spirit, the chaos, and the beauty that’s defined Mysteryland for almost 30 years — where music, emotion and connection come together in ways that stay with you long after the lights go down.
“Yesterday is history, today is a gift, tomorrow is a mystery.”
Back in 1993, a small group of friends came up with a simple idea: throw a party that felt like more than just music. They weren’t trying to follow a blueprint — they just wanted to create something that brought people together. What started as a one-day rave slowly turned into something way bigger. Over the years, Mysteryland grew into a colourful, full-blown celebration of art, sound and connection.
Fast forward a few decades, and what started as a local gathering has turned into a global institution. Tomorrow is a Mystery, now on Prime Video, looks back at the journey. It weaves together rare footage, classic tracks, and honest conversations with everyone from long-time fans to legends like Armin van Buuren and Cynthia Spiering. It’s not just about how the festival changed — it’s about how it helped shape the scene, and why people keep coming back.
A Tapestry of Stories
There’s something about Mysteryland that hits different — and it’s not just the music. It’s the people. The stories. The way strangers come together and somehow feel like they’ve known each other for years. The documentary looks back at it all, from the early days in the ’90s to the massive celebration it is now.
One part really got me: a group of friends bringing their mate’s ashes to the festival, just so he could have one last dance. Another moment — someone gets down on one knee right in the middle of the crowd. Everyone’s cheering. No one knows each other, but it doesn’t matter. That’s the kind of energy that sticks with you.
These aren’t just fun stories. They’re a reminder that festivals like this create something bigger. You don’t just watch it happen — you live it.
Exploring Deeper Meanings
What keeps pulling you back to a festival? Maybe it’s the break from routine. Or the buzz of being surrounded by people who are all there for the same reason. That feeling of dancing with strangers who somehow don’t feel like strangers by the end of the night.
Tomorrow Is a Mystery gets into that. It looks at why a place like Mysteryland stays with you. Not just because of the music or the stages, but because of what it means to people.
There’s a moment where a group of friends bring the ashes of someone they lost. They dance together one more time. Another where a couple gets engaged right in the middle of the crowd. These aren’t just nice stories—they show how deep these moments go.
Mysteryland means different things to different people. For some, it’s where everything changes. For others, it’s where they finally feel at home.
A Global Gathering
Mysteryland brings in around 130,000 people each year. They come from everywhere — different cities, different lives — but all chasing that same feeling. And it’s not just about the music.
The film shows how the festival turns into a space where differences fall away. No one’s checking who you are. You’re just there — dancing, laughing, letting go. A stranger can feel like a best mate by the end of the night.
That’s what gives Mysteryland its magic. It’s not just a show. It’s a space where people land and think, “Yeah… I belong here.”
Experience the Magic
Tomorrow is a Mystery is now streaming on Prime Video — and it’s more than just a festival recap.
The documentary offers a rare look behind the scenes of Mysteryland, exploring the roots of the festival, the people who shaped it, and the stories that continue to define it today. It’s a chance to revisit those unforgettable moments and understand what the festival really means to so many — beyond the music, beyond the stages.
Whether you’ve danced there yourself or just want to know what draws thousands back each year, the film captures the spirit of Mysteryland in a way that feels both personal and powerful.
Streaming now on Prime Video Netherlands.
If Mysteryland has left a mark on your life, we’d love to hear about it. Share your favourite memories or moments with us in the comments or on socials — because this story has always been about the people who live it.
