During the summer, Europe is not so far from Africa. An excellent excuse to visit it? The electronic music festivals, especially in the Mediterranean area, including Spain, France, Italy, Croatia and Cyprus. Of course, we shouldn’t forget about key events like Exit in Serbia and Tomorrowland in Belgium. Here are ten festivals not to be missed this summer. Where, when, and, most importantly, with which DJs.
EXIT
when: July 6th-9th
where: Novi Sad, Serbia
For over 20 years, EXIT has become a global phenomenon, a gathering point for international media and the most prominent artists in the field. It has gained reputation through a series of night and morning sets and performances. Its Dance Arena is much more than a stage: it is an exemplar, a model to follow, an authentic temple of electronic music. This year, the fortress of Novi Sad will shine like never before for an edition of Exit that promises to be among the best ever.
line up: The Prodigy, Skrillex, Eric Prydz, Viagra Boys, Keinemusik, Hot Since 82, CamelPhat, Vintage Culture, Indira Paganotto, The Toasters, Amelie Lens, Layla Benitez
www.exitfest.org
SOCIAL MUSIC CITY
when: July 15th, august 15th
where: Rimini and Jesolo, Italy
Social Music City is increasingly on the move. The festival, which lasts the entire summer, lands in Jesolo for the first time and returns to Rimini, confirming itself once again as an unmissable event for electronic music enthusiasts and fans of the world’s top DJs, who have always been the main protagonists at every Social Music City event. In total, there are three dates in the two most important Italian seaside resorts when it comes to (also) musical Mediterranean tourism.
line up: Armonica, Charlotte de Witte, Marco Carola, Mathame, Tale of Us, Ilario Alicante, Meduza, Richie Hawtin, Anfisa Letyago, Brina Knauss
www.socialmusiccity.it
TOMORROWLAND
when: July, 21th-23th,28th-30th
where: Boom, Belgium
Over 600 artists will perform on the 14 stages of the 17th edition of Tomorrowland, the Belgian festival scheduled in Boom during the last two weekends of July. As always, Tomorrowland is careful to offer a balanced mix of all genres of electronic music. House and techno, for example, will have their well-deserved and appropriate spaces. Additionally, the contingent of Brazilian artists is particularly substantial, thanks to the presence of Alok, Carola, Cat Dealers, Öwnboss, Vintage Culture. It’s a kind of preview and tribute to Tomorrowland Brazil, which will take place from October 12th to 14th in São Paulo.
line up: &ME, Adam Beyer, Adriatique, Agents Of Time, Âme, Anyma, Bedouin, Boris Brejcha, Cellini, Dino Lenny, Dixon, DJ Tennis, Joris Voorn, Joseph Capriati, Kölsch, Maceo Plex, Mathame, Mind Against, Reinier Zonneveld, Stephan Bodzin e Tale Of Us.
www.tomorrowland.com
MONEGROS
when: july, 29th
where: Fraga, Spain
On Saturday, July 29th, the quintessential European desert festival celebrates its 30th edition, returning to Fraga in Aragon, where it all began. Monegros boasts impressive numbers for this edition: 11 stages, over 100 artists in the lineup, and over 50,000 expected attendees. All of this for 22 consecutive hours of music, featuring unprecedented stage setups, scenography, visuals, and many other special effects. The musical offering proudly showcases the best of electronic music genres: techno, house, drum and bass, and even hip-hop, with the presence of the legendary Wu-Tang Clan collective.
line up: 999999999, Adam Beyer, Amelie Lens, Eats Everything, Indira Paganotto, Kobosil, Kölsch, Paco Osuna, Pendulum, Reinier Zonneveld, Richie Hawtin, Sama´Abdulhadi, Seth Troxler, Vintage Culture, Wu-Tang Clan
https://monegrosfestival.com
LES PLAGES ÉLECTRONIQUES
when: August, 4th-6th
where: Cannes, France
Once again this year, Les Plages Électroniques offers an impressive lineup of great headliners, cutting-edge artists, French rap stars, electronic music titans, live performances, and DJ sets. All of this takes place in a unique setting provided by the Palais des Festivals in Cannes, with the addition of a new outdoor stage and new indoor spaces. To support emerging artists, the Riffx Competition will also be held this year, allowing the selection of new talents who will have the opportunity to perform at Les Plages Électroniques.
line up: Dj Snake, Armin van Buuren, Lomepal, Hamza, The Blessed Madonna, Lujipeka, Mezerg, Mind Against, Ofenbach, Pedro Winter presents Ed Banger Xx, Sam Paganini, Asdek, Bellaire, Eloi, Julien Granel, Marina Trench, Oden & Fatzo (live), Romane Santarelli
www.plages-electroniques.com
FAMILY PIKNIK
when: August, 5th-6th
where: Frontignan, France
After its successful debut last year, Family Piknik returns once again to Frontignan, a coastal town overlooking the Mediterranean Sea and easily accessible by train from Montpellier. It is an elegant city that offers many options: 7 kilometers of beaches, opportunities for water sports, excellent local wine, oysters, and high-quality food. Most importantly, it presents a high-quality festival featuring the best talents in house, techno, and deep music. Among the new features this year is the Family Camp, an excellent solution to fully experience the festival.
line up: Carl Cox (Hybrid Live), Adam Beyer, Ben Böhmer, ANNA, Margaret Dygas, Anthea, Gene On Earth, Raresh
www.familypiknkfestival.com
PANORAMA FESTIVAL
when: August, 12th-16th
where: Monopoli and Santa Cesarea, Italy
After its inaugural edition last year, Panorama Festival is experiencing exponential growth and becoming an itinerant event, involving three locations between Valle d’Itria and Salento: the Bylla Monopoli Arena, the Salento Arena in Santa Cesarea Terme (the concert area of Guendalina Club, Italy’s number one venue according to DJ Mag’s Top 100 Clubs), and Macramè in Monopoli. This year, Panorama Festival is accompanied by the slogan “August Around Apulia” and offers a unique experience that combines the magic of electronic music with the pristine beauty of the surrounding areas.
line up: Solomun, Marco Carola b2b The Martinez Brothers, Seth Troxler, Peggy Gou, Hunee, Mumdance, Carlita, Mochakk, William Djoko & more
www.panoramafestival.it
SONUS
when: August, 20th-24th
where: Pag, Croatia
For the past ten years, Sonus has been an increasingly cutting-edge festival that involves three of the world’s most important clubs. This year’s lineup creates an authentic and diverse mix of talent, more varied and comprehensive than ever before. With Sonus, all shades of house, techno, and everything in between are explored, making this true celebration of the festival’s tenth anniversary the most unmissable one yet. It will feature a series of parties in various formats, ensuring an unforgettable experience.
line up: Ricardo Villalobos, Richie Hawtin, Sven Väth, Seth Troxler, ANNA, Vintage Culture, Marco Carola, Sama’ Abdulhadi, The Martinez Brothers, Loco Dice, Maceo Plex, Kobosil, Claptone, Chris Stussy, Joseph Capriati, KAS:ST, Michael Bibi, Reinier Zonneveld
www.sonus-festival.com
DECIBEL OPEN AIR
when: September, 9th-10th
where: Florence, Italy
The best of electronic music returns to Florence thanks to Decibel Open Air, following the sold-out recent Easter Edition and the successful 2022 edition, which brought over 50,000 people to the Tuscan capital, with 30% of them coming from abroad. The Italian and international growth of Decibel Open Air is set to strengthen further, thanks to a series of confirmations and exciting innovations. Among the latter, there is a new location spanning over 100,000 square meters, more accessible and capable of improving services and logistics.
line up: Moderat, Paul Kalkbrenner, Peggy Gou, Michael Bibi, Amelie Lens, Salmo, Lazza, Boris Brejcha, Loco Dice B2b Jamie Jones, Camelphat, Meduza, I Hate Models, Folamour, WhoMadeWho, 999999999, Indira Paganotto, Anfisa Letyago, Adiel, Daria Kolosova, Amémé, Brina Knauss, Luca Agnelli, Dov’è Liana, Pôngo, Mattia Trani
www.decibelopenair.com
BEONIX Music Festival
when: September, 22th-24th
where: Limassol, Cyprus
BEONIX takes place in Limassol, a tourist destination in Cyprus, and promises to be a three-day extravaganza of music, culture, and various forms of art. At BEONIX, electronic music takes center stage with a lineup that offers the best of deep house, techno, and everything in between. All of this unfolds in a fully summer setting, with dedicated spaces for installations, local culinary specialties, side activities, and much more. These combined and carefully curated elements allow attendees to experience the festival not only in its pure sonic dimension but also as a holistic sensory journey.
lineup: Black Coffee, Stephan Bodzin (live), Oliver Huntemann, Maceo Plex, Jan Blomqvist, Brina Knauss, Joyhauser, Innellea, Luna Semara, Larla Blum
https://beonix.art
