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Ministry Reconstructs Its VIP for the First Time in 15 Years

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Sounds of construction have been echoing throughout Elephant and Castle… Ministry of Sound is deconstructing its VIP room and in its place arises something new and bold. Introducing No Velvet Rope Society; a community-led experience with a focus on elevated and inclusive listening for the most dedicated of music fans. 

The former VIP area, now home to the No Velvet Rope Society, has undergone a massive half a million pound refurbishment, the first of its kind in over 10 years. Now entering from a gritty, back alley entrance, Ministry nods to its 90s rave culture roots, taking its new Citizens of Club Culture through a journey that is part illegal rave, part premium speakeasy. Inside, the newly installed mezzanine is a high-spec sound arena with direct views into The Box where guests can feel and hear the premium sound system that gave Ministry its name. 

A limited number of founding memberships are available for just £150 a year and include VIP access at all events bar student-only nights, queue jump, birthday Moët with table bookings, 15% off first table spend, and priority access for future reservations. 

Says Caitlin McAllister, Group Managing Director, Ministry of Sound, “ This VIP refurb has been a dream of mine since I joined Ministry of Sound 10 years ago. From the start, I knew that opening up this space to the Box would be a total game changer – not just for our guests, but for the artists too. It’s been a real passion project, and we’ve poured everything into creating something that feels bold, immersive, and electric. This isn’t just a facelift – it’s about levelling up the entire experience and bringing people even closer to the music and the energy that makes this place iconic.” 

No Velvet Rope Society is a mindset. It’s Ministry of Sound’s answer to a stale VIP culture: a half a million pound reinvention that ditches hierarchy and focuses on building a community of culture seekers wanting more connected music experiences. A love letter to sound, No Velvet Rope is 90s rave culture, reimagined for the next generation.

Having soft-launched this new chapter on 28 June at Ministry’s Disco Daddy night, the newly renovated VIP officially launched July 10th.

Check out the NVR membership offering here.

World Famous Cocktail Bar ‘Paradiso’ Launches New Location at Pacha Ibiza

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Paradiso Ibiza is helmed by Giacomo Giannotti, creator of Paradiso in Barcelona – crowned World’s Best Bar 2022 – bringing his signature theatrical mixology and award-winning artistry to Pacha Ibiza

The menu comprises of 14 signature cocktails, crafted with local ingredients and theatrical flair, including Kryptonite, The Great Gatsby, Paradiso Mule, and Amalfi Spritz

Paradiso Ibiza is an ultra-chic cocktail destination for discerning partygoers – open exclusively to club guests, from June to October

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A new chapter in Ibiza’s inimitable nightlife begins with the arrival of Paradiso Ibiza, an immersive cocktail experience now open inside the legendary Pacha Ibiza nightclub. A visionary collaboration between The Pacha Group, global pioneers of club culture, and Group Confiteria, the creative minds behind some of Barcelona’s most lauded venues, Paradiso Ibiza reimagines the island’s pre- and post-party ritual – offering a heady fusion of haute mixology and dreamlike design.

At the helm is Giacomo Giannotti, the award-winning maestro behind Paradiso in Barcelona, crowned the Best Bar of 2022 by World’s 50 Best Bars. Voted Best Barman of Spain and Best Italian Bartender Abroad, Giannotti is revered for his theatrical flair, technical mastery, and boundless imagination. For Ibiza, he brings a specially curated cocktail experience that blurs the lines between performance, craftsmanship, and fantasy.

The 14-signature cocktail menu is a reimagined tribute to Paradiso’s most iconic drinks – each one rooted in precision and playfulness, brought to life with Mediterranean botanicals, tropical fruits, and locally sourced ingredients. From the fluorescent Kryptonite to the smoky refinement of The Great Gatsby, the Paradiso Ibiza lineup continues with refreshing summer signatures such as the Paradiso Mule, Tartufo Gin & Tonic, and the refreshing Amalfi Spritz. Alongside these tantalising drinks, elevated non-alcoholic creations also ensure every guest finds their pour. Beyond the menu, the experience is brought to life through live cocktail performances, seasonal innovations, and guest appearances from globally renowned bartenders, handpicked by Giannotti himself. 

Conceptualised by UK firm GRAPES DESIGN, the interiors of Paradiso Ibiza unfold as a surreal escape within the beating heart of Pacha Ibiza. The space is anchored by a glowing circular bar sheathed in honeycomb-textured panels, radiating a warm, golden luminosity that draws guests into its orbit. Sculptural seating wraps around softly lit geometric forms, while tree-shaped columns stretch into curved, organic ceilings, creating a layered environment of retrofuturism and natural elegance. Dynamic visual projections animate the space with colour and movement, crafting an otherworldly atmosphere where fantasy becomes part of the ritual.

Operating nightly from 11PM between the months of June to October, Paradiso Ibiza is exclusively accessible to Pacha Ibiza ticket holders and patrons. With three discreet entrances – from the VIP Garden, via the Pacha Restaurant staircase, and the main entrance of Pacha Ibiza – it’s a hidden world within one of the most celebrated addresses in global nightlife.

Whether you’re starting the evening in style, seeking a hypnotic escape from the dance floor, or toasting to the last hours of night, Paradiso Ibiza offers a rare kind of luxury: one that intoxicates the senses, ignites the imagination, and elevates the cocktail ritual into something wonderfully extraordinary.

For more information and bookings, visit https://www.instagram.com/paradisoibiza/ 

Pacha Ibiza Announce Merch Drop with BLOND:ISH and New Ibiza Town Shop

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Pacha Ibiza opens a brand-new fashion store in Ibiza Town

New collection includes exclusive collab with BLOND:ISH

Pacha-branded luggage, a one-of-a-kind helmet and limited-edition lifestyle drops are all included 

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The all new Pacha store launches with an exclusive range of limited-edition collections, including high-profile pieces with internationally renowned talent BLOND:ISH, who this summer became Pacha Ibiza’s first-ever female headlining resident with her party, Abracadabra. The drop combines contemporary fashion design with the spirit of freedom Pacha Ibiza is so well known for. 

Pacha Ibiza’s brand-new fashion store is by Ibiza’s high-end Marina Botafoch, and reflects its position as a world leading authority in the clubbing world. The store is a fresh destination for fans of the brand’s iconic cherry logo and will reflect its own effortless fusion of music and culture. 

For over 50 years, Pacha Ibiza has been at the forefront of club culture and offering the most immersive and meticulously crafted nightlife experiences. It is a globally recognised brand that leads from the front as a symbol of the international music community. All of its legendary history and the unique energy it brings to the scene inform the product design. 

The new line-up includes a retro-inspired Pacha football shirt, Pacha-branded t-shirts, hats and beachwear and a stylish lifestyle collection featuring coffee table books and summer-ready accessories. 

And there’s more on the horizon as Pacha fans can look forward to upcoming branded luggage and even a statement-making helmet, designed with the same flair and spirit the brand is known for. The new Pacha Ibiza store is not just a shop — it’s a style destination that takes you from the dancefloor to the beach. 

MOGA Essaouira unveils dates and first names for cultured return in October 2025

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MOGA FESTIVAL

October 1 – 5 2025

Essaouira, Morocco

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Apollonia, Bedouin, Bonobo (DJ set), DJ Tennis, Folamour, Moblack, Nitefreak, Patrick Mason, Praslea, Saoirse and more all play. 

MOGA Festival returns to its Moroccan roots with a sixth edition in Essaouira promising five days of tasteful music, culture and community connection. The 2025 edition will be held from October 1 to 5, with the first two days dedicated to the OFF program in Essaouira’s historic centre, followed by three days of IN programming at the Hôtel le Golf d’Essaouira & Spa. 

The first wave of names for this edition makes for a tasteful blend of house, techno and minimal and everything in between from the likes of Apollonia, Arapu, Bonobo (DJ Set), Bedouin, DJ Tennis, Folamour, Janeret, Patrick Mason, Saoirse, and more.


MOGA is a boutique festival born in 2016 in Essaouira and celebrated for its breezy Atlantic vibes and tasteful electronic music. Attends are treated to rich local culture and cuisines as well as dancing under a baking sun or starry night sky with plenty of discoveries to be made in the heart of the wind city. The music is always a thoughtful blend of international and local sounds that also promotes the beautiful destination and the Souiri lifestyle through multiple events.

All this goes down at the Hôtel le Golf d’Essaouira & Spa, from 2:00 PM until 3:00 AM across four diverse stages – Main, Garden, Wild, and Terrace, with a diverse program featuring over 70 artists from around the world. Between sets, they can cool off in two refreshing swimming pools or wander through a beautiful palm grove.

Like its sister edition in Caparica, Portugal, MOGA Essaouira will feature a rich program of wellness sessions, workshops, art installations, panels and local culinary experiences that are all designed to deepen the connection between music, culture and people. 

MOGA will welcome 16,000 attendees, including a strong international presence that reinforces its role as an unmissable destination festival that brings like-minded people together. As ever, MOGA is more than a festival, it’s a lifestyle, a tribe, and a celebration of cultural fusion.


Lineup [A-Z]

ADASSIYA (live) – ANZAR – APOLLONIA – ARAPU – ARYMÉ – AVÖ – BEDOUIN – BONOBO (DJ SET) – CABANNE – CHOUJAA – DANIEL BELL – DEATRA – DJ TENNIS – FOLAMOUR – GARRETT DAVID – HOLLY MOLLY – JANERET – JAWORA – JNJS – KOSH (LIVE) – LIVER J – MANUEL COTTA – MASSALA – MIISHU – MIROLOJA – MOBLACK – NATHABES – NEYL & NADRUMS (live) – NITEFREAK – NOMADS – PATRICK MASON – PRASLEA – PRIKU – SAOIRSE – STEVE O’SULLIVAN (live) – THOMAS MELCHIOR – TOMAS STATION – ZEINA – ZULU NAWFEL – YAYA (MA) & MORE TBC

Zamna Festival Côte d’Azur Reveals Full Lineup 

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Âme, ANYMA, DJ Tennis, Marco Carola, Magit Cacoon, Shimza, Stephan Bodzin & more are all set to perform at Zamna

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Date: 1st – 2nd August  | Location: Côte d’Azur, France

The Zamna Festival is set to return to Fréjus for its 2025 edition, which is already positioning itself as a standout event in the European techno summer. Remaining faithful to its organic and sensory essence, Zamna persistently expands the horizons of musical experience, uniting the most inspiring talents from the international electronic landscape.

Two highlights will characterise this distinctive weekend. On Friday, the audience will engage in a futuristic and immersive experience with ANYMA, co-founder of the Afterlife label, who will deliver a captivating audiovisual live performance that merges music with cutting-edge technology. 

On Saturday, MARCO CAROLA will headline Zamna Côte d’Azur. As a prominent figure in the global house and tech-house scene, he guarantees a vibrant, sun-soaked closing set, meticulously crafted to keep Fréjus dancing until the early hours. 

The confirmed line-up features a curated selection of the most influential and esteemed artists within the electronic music scene: Gordo, Wade, Mind Against, Shimza, Andrea Oliva, Ilario Alicante, Korolova, Agents Of Time, Øostil, Âme DJ, ARTBAT, Toto Chiavetta, Meloko, Rivo, Arodes, Mëstiza, Pole Position, and Magit Cacoon. 

Zamna Festival is pleased to unveil the artists who will finalise the 2025 line-up: DJ Tennis, Stephan Bodzin, Joezi, Jimi Jules, Sam Shure, Yet More, II Faces, Zamna Soundsystem, Josh Gigante, and Moeaike will join the journey to enhance this edition with fresh musical hues and distinctive performances. 

For convenient access, the festival provides a distinctive camping area situated in close proximity to the venue, allowing attendees to fully immerse themselves in the experience and enjoy the weekend with complete freedom. Festival attendees will have the opportunity to reserve their parking space for the day or for the duration of the event. 

All tickets and options (camping, parking) are now available on Shotgun with additional information at zamnacotedazur.com

AMØK Club Mallorca announces Summer Season with Archie Hamilton, Ben Klock, Patrice Bäumel, Alle Farben, Lehar B2b Denis Horvart 

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Mallorca’s leading music venue boasts epic indoor and outdoor spaces, cutting-edge production and inventive programming.

AMØK Club has unveiled its standout line-ups for the 2025 summer season. With cutting-edge design, immersive production and inventive programming, AMØK is leading the scene in Mallorca, and is just 3 km from Palma Airport. 

Mallorca is fast carving out a reputation as a considered alternative to Ibiza that is more affordable and just as vital for music and travel lovers. The island offers designer retreats, upscale wellness and the legendary AMØK, which is at the heart of this cultural transformation and draws a cosmopolitan crowd of globetrotters and design‑focused locals. It goes way beyond the usual clubbing standard with unreal fusions of music, art, nature, culture and design. 

Because of this, AMØK is rewriting this sun-kissed island’s clubbing story. It boasts seven nights of eclectic programming across two stages – an open-air terrace perfect for golden-hour sets and a high-voltage indoor main room with a wide array of sounds from across the spectrum. This immersive and boutique megaclub blends sophistication with rebellion and has long ranked among Spain’s Top 20 clubs. 

What really stands it apart on the island is AMØK’s unreal audiovisual arsenal which offers a multi-sensory and high definition experience unlike anywhere else in Mallorca. It  includes 140+ moving lights, powerful washes, confetti cannons, megatron effects and immersive visuals that make it a truly out of body  spectacle. Expect every night to shift from relaxed terrace beats to euphoric main-room energy like nowhere else. 

All new for this year is Masaka Africana, which made its dazzling debut in late June and is an exclusive fusion of music, art and fire that captivates audiences with bold and diverse line-ups that lead the scene from the front.. Featuring over 11 performers from Ibiza, the event delivers a powerful musical trio that takes place every Thursday through early September. Headlined by international DJ and acclaimed producer Mickey Dastinz, the night blends Afro-house, deep house and progressive house, all driven by a strong tribal energy. Guests can also enjoy international street food from diverse food trucks and a vibrant, multicultural boho market.

This summer also offers a bold mix of DJ talent from the sharp end of house and techno with headliners; Patrice Bäumel (05/07), Lehar B2b Denis Horvart (06/07), Alle Farben (12/07), Archie Hamilton (13/07), Melanie Ribbe (20/07), Ben Klock (03/08), James Hype (16/08) and Ilario Alicante (23/08) all set to play. 

As well as that is the TRIBU SUNSET PARTY every Sunday on the terrace, an open‑air ritual of house and electronic chill-out as the sun dips over the Mallorcan hills with Latin infused tech later into the night, every style of house and techno can be sampled 7 days a week at AMØK.

There has never been a better time or place to experience Mallorca’s clubbing revolution than this summer at AMØK. For more information and tickets head to; amokmallorca.com/en/

Address – Carretera de S´Aranjassa, Km 10, Levante, 07199, Islas Baleares

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KEY HIGHLIGHTS

Patrice Bäumel (05/07)

Lehar B2b Denis Horvart (06/07)

Alle Farben (12/07)

Archie Hamilton (13/07)

Melanie Ribbe (20/07)

Ben Klock (03/08) 

James Hype (16/08)

Ilario Alicante (23/08)

WEEKLY RESIDENCIES

MENTIROSO (Every Tuesday)

CRUSH (Every Wednesday)

MASAKA AFRICANA (Every Thursday) 

BONITX (Every Friday)

TRIBU SUNSET PARTY (Every Sunday)

AIROD drops new white-label single “Closer”

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After the success of his rave-infused hit “Kiss Girl,” AIROD doubles down on his distinctive style with “Closer,” a melodic yet high-energy techno anthem powered by an irresistible reverse bass and seductive vocal hooks.

Engineered for peak-time dancefloor impact, the track’s dynamic structure builds tension through its punchy kicks and a captivating rave melody, culminating in an exhilarating second drop designed to ignite crowds and lift hands high.

Balancing raw intensity with euphoric synth leads, “Closer” showcases AIROD’s skill in merging classic rave energy with cutting-edge sound design, affirming his reputation as one of techno’s freshest talents.

Artist: AIROD

Title: Closer

Release Date: 13th June 2025

Tracklist:

1) Closer

DJ Fat Tony Celebrates Pride at Ministry with Full LGBTQ+ Line-Up

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Ministry of Pride will take place on July 5th at the South London Superclub

On 5 July, Ministry of Pride returns with a statement of sound that is bold, loud and unapologetically queer. Taking over all rooms of Ministry of Sound, an all-LGBTQ+ lineup featuring Fat Tony, Catz ‘N Dogz, FAFF, Josh Harrison, Princess Julia, Reenie, Tete Bang and NOT BAD FOR A GIRL to remind everyone what Pride is really about: freedom, identity and a full spectrum of self-expression at London’s Ministry of Sound.

Leading the charge is DJ Fat Tony, a true legend in UK nightlife who has long been a tastemaker, provocateur, and author. The recently married queer icon continues to break barriers in a scene still dominated by straight male energy, not least with his recent signing to Defected. 

His eclectic and essential DJ sets are raw, electric, and have seen him hold residencies from Limelight to Ibiza, play Glastonbury and Glitterbox, and soundtrack Versace runways. On the day of the party, he drops the first single from HARD CAMP, a new collaborative EP with KDA, his longtime peer, creative partner, and friend. 

Joining him are Polish house music heavyweights Catz N Dogz, London duo FAFF, nightlife legend Princess Julia, dynamic selector Josh Harrison, alt-pop performer Reenie, drag icon Tete Bang, and genre-crushing collective Not Bad For A Girl, all of whom proudly part of the LGBTQ+ community.

From hard house and vogue beats to disco attitude and underground fire, Ministry of Pride is a celebration of queer joy and a resistance to normalisation you don’t want to miss.

Málaga’s Sophie Festival Unveils 2025 Open-Air Series with Bicep, Richie Hawtin, Ricardo Villalobos, Apollonia & Helena Hauf

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The boundary-pushing open-air series returns to Málaga for six massive weekends of electronic music at Ogus Park, welcoming over 80,000 attendees and hosting some of the world’s most revered artists.

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Sophie is back this summer and it’s bigger, bolder, and more immersive than ever. With six electrifying weekends planned from June to September at the stunning Ogus Park, just ten minutes from central Málaga, Sophie is set to reshape the region’s cultural landscape with its most ambitious series to date.

Today, Sophie reveals its full 2025 season line-up, adding a new wave of electronic icons to an already world-class roster. Newly announced names include Bicep (presenting their rare CHROMA AV show), ANOTR, Richie Hawtin, Marco Carola, Apollonia, and Helena Hauff, joining previously confirmed headliners including Solomun, Charlotte de Witte, Ricardo Villalobos, Nina Kraviz, Âme, The Blessed Madonna, and Maceo Plex.

The line-up blends heavyweight names with underground innovators: tINI, Raresh, Nicolas Lutz, Octave One (Live), Gene on Earth, Ryan Elliott, Ogazón, Quest, Sonja Moonear, Traumer, John Talabot, Marino Canal, Onur Özer, Paramida, Sugar Free & Fonte, The Ghost, Paquita Gordon, Young Marco, and more. A special highlight comes from Dekmantel Soundsystem, curating a showcase that underscores their global influence on forward-thinking club culture.

With over 80,000 people expected, Sophie’s 2025 edition introduces a new “Weekender” format, running Friday and Saturday across three weekends, as well 3 additional stand alone dates, each designed for deep sonic immersion across both cutting-edge stages.

“The goal is clear: to put Málaga firmly on the global map of world-class electronic music destinations,” says Felipe Kuo, Director of Sophie. “We believe this season will mark a cultural turning point for the city.”

Sophie isn’t just a festival. It’s a celebration of nature, technology, music, and community. An open-air experience that connects the pulse of the global underground with the soul of southern Spain.

Last tickets for the Grand Opening are available now at sophie.es

Sophie is changing the game this summer. Make sure you’re part of it!

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DATES & LINE-UPS

June 20
Grand Opening Weekend
SOLOMUN [EXTENDED SET]
ARGIA
GIORGIO MAULINI
JNJS
NOTRE DAME
OGAZÓN
RYAN ELLIOT

June 21
Grand Opening Weekend
THE BLESSED MADONNA
CHAOS IN THE CBD
MATHEW JONSON [LIVE]
GENE ON EARTH
RAKIN UNDER
SUGAR FREE & FONTE
THE GHOST

June 28
CHARLOTTE DE WITTE
ENRICO SANGUILIANO
OCTAVE ONE [LIVE A/V]
tINI
ANTHEA
VOIGTMANN
CHARLOTTE
TUNIK
LUCAS [LIVE]

July 18
Special Weekender
NINA KRAVIZ
MACEO PLEX
ÂME [LIVE]
ALCI
MARINO CANAL
ONUR ÖZER
QUEST
ROMAN

July 19
Special Weekender
RICARDO VILLALOBOS B2B RARESH
DEKMANTEL SOUNDSYSTEM
GIORGIO MAULINI
LUCA LOZANO
SONJA MOONEAR
TIAGO WALTER
YOUNG MARCO

August 1 and 2

Special Weekender

ANOTR

APOLLONIA

JOHN TALABOT

August 2

Special Weekender

RICHIE HAWTIN

HELENA HAUFF

September 6
MARCO CAROLA

CHRIS STUSSY

September 13

Grand Closing

BICEP (Present Chroma AV/DJ Set)
OVERMONO

Halfmoon Festival Reveals August – December Line-ups for Koh Phangan’s Signature Forest Rave

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Blastoyz, Reality Test, Ghost Rider, Ranji, WHITENO1SE, Silver Panda, Terra, MR.BLACK, Weekend Heroes, Tezla and more all play 

Thailand’s legendary Halfmoon Festival is one of the most famous open-air electronic events in the world and it now announces the artist line-ups for its high season from August – December 2025.

Halfmoon Festival takes place every two weeks and draws international and local DJs from the house, techno, trance and indie dance scenes. Each two-day festival experience begins with beachside activities such as international DJs, fire performers, exotic dancers, dipping pool, private beach, fun festival games such as giant Jenga, beer pong, hula hooping, juggling and more at the opulent Harmony Beach Club.

Then day two heads into the Magical Forest of Koh Phangan where three stages await for an all night multi-sensory rave beneath the moonlit canopy featuring fire shows, and three distinct dance floors. They are the Prime Stage, G Floor, and The Cave, the festival hosts a blend of live performances and DJ sets, ranging from melodic techno and psychedelic trance to house, indie dance, hip-hop and reggaeton with industry leading lighting and sound, festival infrastructure and plenty of hidden surprises in the Halfmoon Magical Forest venue.

The upcoming editions from August until December will feature performances from Blastoyz, Reality Test, Ghost Rider, WHITENO1SE, BERG, Ranji, Silver Panda, MR.BLACK, Weekend Heroes, Querox, Phaxe, Junam, Brahma, Tezla, Terra, Timelock, Tripical Note, Faith, Vakabular, Sun Diary, Seebeat and Esther Simon, T-Gecko, Konos, Jordan Love, amongst many more. 

Founded in 2002, the festival offers an alternative to the island’s more commercial beach parties. With a focus on high-quality sound, lighting and artistic design and upscale European-style production in a tropical jungle setting, it transforms the venue into a themed space called the Magical Forest, carefully curated by designer Carin Dickson.

Koh Phangan’s natural beauty and laid-back atmosphere provide a unique backdrop for the festival, with nearly 2,000 accommodation options available, from hostels and bungalows to high-end resorts. It is an essential stop off for any self respecting raver and there has never been a better time to experience it than now. 

For more information about this unreal weekend experience visit halfmoonfestival.com.