MINISTRY OF SOUND CELEBRATES 35 YEARS WITH FIRST NAMES OF 2026

Set to kick off the year will be the likes of Ron Trent, Joe Claussell, Lauren Lo Sung, Eats Everything, Tony Humphries, Fiorella, Pete Tong, Kölsch, Zed Bias, Konstantin Sibold and more

Ministry of Sound unveils the first wave of artists set to soundtrack its historic 35th Anniversary Programme, marking the beginning of a year-long celebration for one of electronic music’s most influential club institutions. The opening announcements preview a milestone moment for the London powerhouse as it prepares for its most transformative year yet. After 35 years at the forefront of global club culture, Ministry of Sound is readying a new chapter that will reshape the clubbing experience, with major plans to reinvent the look and feel of the club from January 2026.

Heading up the bill are heavyweight artists whose sounds have defined generations and shaped the rhythm of London nightlife. From house legends Ron Trent, Joe Claussell and Tony Humphries to global powerhouses Pete Tong, Kölsch, Darius Syrossian, Eats Everything and more, reflecting the club’s enduring influence on the city’s musical identity and sonic legacy, which continues to be the blueprint for club culture across the globe.

Alongside the headline acts, Ministry of Sound continue to put a spotlight on London’s most vital and exciting new talent. Lauren Lo Sung brings the genre-blurring house sets that have made her a fixture on the capital’s floors, Fiorella pushes deep house and minimal sounds into fresh territory, Riva Starr and Matrefakt inject tech and house flavours, and Konstantin Sibold’s melodic techno has won him acclaim across Europe.

Landing in the new year, Blink takes over Fridays at Ministry, championing the best in melodic and afro-house. Launched with Louder, it kicks off on Friday 30th January with a headline set from afro-house artist &Friends. Building on the club’s cross-genre ethos, Blink forms part of a 2026 programme that shines a light on emerging talent and brings the world’s standout artists to London’s floors.

“Everyone at Ministry of Sound is incredibly proud of what we’ve built over the last 35 years, the nights, the artists, the energy that has defined London’s sound. But we’re also thinking ahead, about what the club could become over the next 30 years. Next year marks the start of that chapter.” - Matt Long, Club Director. 

The anniversary kicks off in January with Carnival of Sound on Friday 9, followed by celebrating 23 Years of Select Radio on Saturday 10. Mas Que Nada brings house and disco-infused energy on Saturday 17, while Sound of Garage revisits UKG classics on Friday 23. The month closes with two standout headline nights: &friends on Saturday 30 January, and a landmark back-to-back set from Pete Tong and Kölsch on Saturday 31, supported by Lauren Lo Sung and Jansons.

February continues the momentum with Hard Times hosting a rare daytime session on Saturday 7, featuring house pioneers Ron Trent, Joe Claussell and Tony Humphries. Later on in the month, URGE, Siesta, La Discothèque (celebrating 10 years), Smoove and Room Service bring a mix of underground and genre-spanning sounds, while Konstantin Sibold takes to the decks on Friday 20 February.

March rounds out the opening season with the Latin energy of BRESH on Saturday 7, global big-room star KSHMR on Friday 13, and the technicolour rhythms of Zamna Soundsystem on Friday 20. The month closes with Mak10 + Friends on Saturday 28, a showcase of grime, UKG, and UK funky celebrating the club’s underground spirit.  

The 2026 programme honours the venue's rich history while pushing forward into new creative territory, blending heritage with innovation, legends with rising talents and London roots with worldwide reach. 

Visit the website to secure your tickets here: https://www.ministryofsound.com/tickets/

Ministry of Sound 35th Anniversary - Opening Season

A-Z 

&friends, Alcemist, Andy FunkFusion, Angel Lee, Anthony Godfather, Artful Dodger, Basso, Billie Jean, Bresh, Chanel Carmichael, Chapter & Verse, Charlotte Devaney, Daniella Font, Danny Decibel, Darius Syrossian, Eats Everything, Ellzy B, Fiorella, Higgo, Hotsteppa, James Alexander, James Carter, Jansons, Jesse Calosso, Joëlla Jackson, Joezi, Joe Claussell, Josh Parkinson, Joshua Roberts, Kismet, Kölsch, Konstantin Sibold, KSHMR, La Discotheque (Celebrating 10 years), Lauren Lo Sung, DJ Majesty, Mak 10, Marcus Nasty, Mark Love, Mas Que Nada Brothers, Matrefakt, Moeaike, Murdock, Nick Christoforou, Omari, P.O.U, Padre Guilherme, Pete Tong, Philip George, Pioneer, Remixia, Rennie Peters, Riva Starr, Ron Trent, Rooby, Royal-T, RUZE, Ryan Nicholls, Sam Supplier, Sandra Omari, Sassy B, Supa D, Tebra, Tom Enzy, Tom Short, Tony Humphries, Vibe Chemistry, Vini Vici, Zamna Soundsystem, Zed Bias, Zofia.

Friday 9th January 2026

Carnival of Sound

Alcemist

Murdock

Katalyst

Saturday 10th January 2026

23 Years of Select Radio

Billie Jean

Josh Parkinson

Zofia

Friday 16th January 2026

Citizens Vol 4

Chapter & Verse

Sam Supplier

Issy Smith

Saturday 17th January 2026

Mas Que Nada

Riva Starr

Mas Que Nada Brothers

Matrefakt

Friday 23rd January 2026

Sound of Garage

Artful Dodger

Zed Bias

Higgo

Saturday 24th January 2026

RUZE

Ryan Nicholls

Rennie Peters

Friday 30th January 2026

&friends Show

&friends

Moeaike

Joezi

Saturday 31st January 2026

Pete Tong b2b Kölsch

Lauren Lo Sung

Jansons

Friday 6th February 2026

Padre Guilherme

Hinchy

Sweiz

Saturday 7th February 2026 (DAY TIME)

Hard Times

Ron Trent

Joe Claussell

Tony Humphries

Saturday 7th February 2026

URGE

Special Guest TBA

Jesse Calosso

Fiorella

Friday 13th February 2026

Vibe Chemistry + more

Saturday 14th February 2026

Siesta

Line up TBA

Friday 20th February 2026

Konstantin Sibold

WREX

P.O.U

Saturday 21st February 2026

La Discothèque

Todd Terje + more TBA

Friday 27th February 2026
Smoove

Line up TBA

Saturday 28th February 2026

Room Service

Line up TBA

Friday 6th March 2026

Alteza

Vini Vici

Omiki

Camacho

Saturday 7th March 2026

BRESH

Residents + special guests

Friday 13th March 2026

KSHMR

James Carter

Nova

Saturday 14th March 2026

Line up TBA

Friday 20th March 2026

Zamna

Zamna Soundsystem

Tebra

James Alexander

Saturday 21st March 2026

Bitch, Please!

Line up TBA

Friday 27th March 2026

Madafreaks

Tom Enzy

+ more TBA

Saturday 28th March 2026

Mak10 + Friends

Line up TBA

Ministry of Sound

103 Gaunt St, London SE1 6DP

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PACHA ICONS DUBAI UNVEILS FIRST NAMES FOR 2026

• Dubai's exhilarating Pacha ICONS series is back with more brilliant line ups featuring RÜFÜS DU SOL, Solomun, Marco Carola, Franky Rizardo, East End Dubs; and more 

• Pacha ICONS is a multi-genre, open-air musical celebration that brings the world’s biggest international talent to Playa Pacha, a stunning beach club with unparalleled Ibizan party spirit

• Alongside this reveal,  Pacha ICONS will host a  special show with Keinemusik at the vast Bab Al Shams Arena on 28 March 2026

Dubai’s iconic Pacha ICONS series is back for an exhilarating first quarter of 2026 with an extraordinary lineup of world-renowned DJs set to play at the city’s premier beachfront destination, Playa Pacha at FIVE LUXE JBR. Promising unforgettable nights of music, energy, and celebration, Pacha ICONS continues to deliver the signature Ibizan party spirit that has made it a must-visit experience for all music lovers.

Pacha ICONS is a multi-genre, open-air musical celebration, bringing the world’s biggest talent to Dubai’s stunning beachfront venue, Playa Pacha. With three glistening pools, a pristine beach and one of the largest LED screens in the region projecting dynamic visuals, each event is designed to create an immersive, high-energy experience that captures the magic of Ibiza right on the Dubai coastline.

The season kicks off in January with two consecutive nights from global sensations and Australian melodic masters RÜFÜS DU SOL, the first on 23 January alongside multidisciplinary trio Avangart Tabldot and then with Copenhagen's 'Dope Dance' creators Tripolism on 24 January. That is followed by a powerhouse performance from house music king and Diynamic label head Solomun on 31 January. 

On 13 February, the internationally celebrated Music On series returns with Marco Carola b2b Franky Rizardo, East End Dubs b2b Max Dean and Ale De Tuglie who will explore all shades of house and techno. 

With decades of party expertise from the legendary Pacha Ibiza, Pacha ICONS promises another season of unforgettable nights, world-class music and unparalleled beachside brilliance. 

Alongside the first names announced for 2026, Pacha ICONS has revealed a special show with Keinemusik at a new location - Bab Al Shams Arena. Details here.

Playa Pacha, FIVE LUXE JBR

JANUARY:

23 January

RÜFÜS DU SOL[DJ SET]

Avangart Tabldot

24 January

RÜFÜS DU SOL[DJ SET]

Tripolism 

31 January

Solomun

FEBRUARY:

13 Feb

Music On

Marco Carola b2b Franky Rizardo

East End Dubs b2b Max Dean

Ale De Tuglie

BARCELONA’S BRUNCH ELECTRONIK FESTIVAL 2026 UNVEILS FIRST 36 ARTISTS FOR THE FLAGSHIP EVENT AT PARC DEL FÒRUM THIS AUGUST

999999999, Acid Arab LIVE, Âme DJ b2b Trikk, Amémé b2b LP Giobbi, Biig Piig, Brieela, Camelphat, Chaos in the CBD, Deborah de Luca, Deer Jade, DJ Sweet6teen, Doudou MD, Enzo Siragusa, Eric Prydz, Floating Points LIVE, I Hate Models, Ignez, Jamie Jones, JAMIIE, Jen Cardini, Juliet Fox, Kevin de Vries, Klara Missyle, Marrøn, Massano, Mau P, Miss Monique, Paramida, Paul Kalkbrenner, Rødhåd, Seth Troxler, Shanti Celeste, SNTS, Wade and more to perform

Parc del Fòrum, Barcelona | August 7 & 8, 2026

Barcelona’s Brunch Electronik Festival delivers an unexpected early Christmas present with the release of 36 artists confirmed for the late-summer festival - now in its fourth year - taking place August 7 & 8, 2026. This starting lineup speaks to the musical diversity of the much loved event, bringing together festival favourites, stadium filling superstars, and breakout talent in an announcement that spans industrial techno, feel-good house, electronic pop and everything in between. To secure tickets head to https://brunchelectronikfestival.com/en/buy-tickets/.

For two days at Barcelona’s seafront Fòrum complex, Brunch Electronik Festival will thrill to the sounds of arena fillers and contemporary dance music icons.  Eric Prydz, will return to the festival circuit following his Holosphere 2.0 residency at Ibiza’s [UNVRS], whilst Paul Kalkbrenner makes ‘sea and sand’ literal, with a hybrid set of his genre defining melodic techno. At the harder end of the spectrum, Neapolitan DJ Deborah de Luca promises to take the crowd on a journey through techno, from minimal and melodic through to the harder edged beats she’s known for; whilst I Hate Models and 999999999, crank the BPMs to breaking point. Techno connoisseurs will also be well served elsewhere on the lineup, with genre masterchef’s Jen Cardini cooking up beats with a queer and trans inclusionary agenda, and Rødhåd keeping things frosty with a layer of his trademark Scandinavian iced out techno.
 
Barcelona’s proximity to Ibiza is also reflected in the lineup, with some of the magic isles’ best loved selectors making the short hop across the Mediterranean. Lovers of feel-good summery house music need no introduction to Jamie Jones, while FUSE boss Enzo Siragusa brings his trademark minimal house and deep tech. More Ibiza vibes come courtesy of the electro-funk and bassline mastery of the unstoppable Mau P, while Ukrainian artist Miss Monique takes things in a progressive deep direction, perfect for sunsets.

This initial lineup announcement is rounded out by a wave of artists who bring a touch of class to the dance floor, headed up by Floating Points’ stunning live set, which uses his modular setup as a launching pad for dance floor destruction. Elsewhere, Peach Discs label boss Shanti Celeste, Sydney stalwarts Chaos in the CBD and Berghain’s Panorama Bar resident Paramida, all promise to educate as well as titillate on the floor.

Last but by no means least, get ready for a set of ‘sad-bangers’ from Irish electro pop iconoclast Biig Piig, whose ear for a melody is amply matched by on-point production, suitable for dance floors of all shapes and sizes.
 

999999999, Acid Arab LIVE, Âme DJ b2b Trikk, Amémé b2b LP Giobbi, Biig Piig, Brieela, Camelphat, Chaos in the CBD, Deborah de Luca, Deer Jade, DJ Sweet6teen, Doudou MD, Enzo Siragusa, Eric Prydz, Floating Points LIVE, I Hate Models, Ignez, Jamie Jones, JAMIIE, Jen Cardini, Juliet Fox, Kevin de Vries, Klara Missyle, Marrøn, Massano, Mau P, Miss Monique, Paramida, Paul Kalkbrenner, Rødhåd, Seth Troxler, Shanti Celeste, SNTS, Wade

Brunch Electronik Festival is the flagship event of Brunch Electronik, a much loved Barcelona events brand celebrated for its series of day-time ‘open air’ events in iconic locations around the city, that have built a reputation as Barcelona’s ‘Worst Kept Secret’ thanks to their heterogeneous crowds, considered production, focus on sustainability, and agenda-setting lineups.

Now in its fourth year, the festival continues to go from strength to strength, thanks to a continuous process of listening to its community - known as Brunchers - through surveys, DMs, and comments on social media. In 2025, this feedback led to the creation of more chilled fountains for free water, increased variety and quality of food options, more shaded areas, and a vastly improved user experience overall. In 2026 this process will continue, with details to follow in the new year.

With more than 70,000 attendees across its last two editions - and with 80% of its audience coming from Barcelona - Brunch Electronik Festival will once again turn the city into the epicentre of electronic music this summer.

Brunch Electronik festival exists as a celebration of the spirit of Brunch: a celebration for the entire city, soundtracked by the hottest DJs and artists in clubland, where anything can happen, but only happens at Brunch Electronik Festival.