How lucky are we to have the biggest new nightclub in the world landing in Ibiza this summer with the spectacular impact of a meteor? Ever since actor Will Smith and the mysterious UFOs took over social media last summer, we knew [UNVRS] was going to be something special: “The concept of [UNVRS] is to connect the present with the future through creativity, stunning architecture and human connection. Prepare to explore infinite possibilities,” the club exclaims. What must the ghosts of Privilege, Ku and Club San Rafael think of this new hyper club built up from their foundations? One thing’s for sure, Ibiza will never be the same again. Each night features a global-superstar resident and guests: Monday – Eric Prydz Holosphere 2.0; Tuesday – Anyma; Wednesday – Jamie Jones Paradise; Thursday – Fisher, Friday – David Guetta Galactic Circus, Saturday – Elrow and Sunday – Carl Cox. An unbelievable debut season; enjoy the ride.
Pictures from the first [UNVRS] inaugural celebrations.
Back down in Bossa, music meets magic at the world’s No.1 outdoor experience Ushuaïa which has full bragging rights this summer thanks to the announcement that Calvin Harris will be adding a Tuesday residency alongside his Friday party. The biggest event on the island just got even bigger!! Also new for ’25, trance legend Armin Van Buuren brings us nine electrifying Sundays across the summer with tropical house King Kygo also enjoying seven super Sundays. Also check out the new-look ANTS METALWORKS on Saturdays. “This is the beginning of a new era for The Colony,” boasts Ushuaïa. “Staying true to the underground essence, this is more than just a concept – it is a transformation.”
Over the road at the World’s No.1 Club Hï Ibiza, there was always going to be major changes after many of its stars moved over to [UNVRS]. Perhaps the biggest news is Dom Dolla cementing his legacy with a debut headline residency on Wednesdays. Fresh off a Grammy nomination and a string of chart-topping hits, the Australian powerhouse takes over the Theatre whilst Patrick Topping stars in the Club Room. Also new this summer comes Spanish sensations MËSTIZA, presenting seven sizzling Friday nights featuring their signature flamenco-Afro and Latin House sound. There are some heavyweight guests joining the duo including Patrick Mason, Bedouin and Pan-Pot whilst in the Club Room, curated takeovers from Blackworks, Andres Campo Invites and 240 KMS amplify this season’s commitment to diversity and creativity at Hï.
Spanish force of nature Indira Paganotto also announces her debut residency – part of a new era of female residents at the club – alongside the majestic Miss Monique, the Ukranian artist who is flying high right now. Catch the Siona Records boss every Thursday in the Club Room whilst Latin House don Hugel takes the reins in the Theatre. Watch out too for Miami’s John Summit landing for two special shows on June 20/27 and an incredible new Friday Club Room residency for Joseph Capriati and his Metamorfosi brand.
Image of the Akasha discotheque at the Renaissance party
Many people’s favorite club is Akasha, nestled in the hills of San Carlos with a booming sound system and quality line ups every night. Thursdays look immense with new boys Renaissance’s returning to Ibiza (thankfully) joining Man Power & Ewan McVicar’s Off Brand as new monthly hosts. We love the sound of the new Tales of the Unexpected party on monthly Fridays, where The Brothers Grim welcome in big name (and interesting!) guests. Check out Akasha’s garden concerts also – Chambao July 31, Ky-Mani Marley & General Levy August 14, Macaço August 28 and Alex Serra October 16 all stand out.
Pacha looks set for another packed summer thanks to some mouth-watering new residencies. The machine Sonny Fodera takes over Mondays, Blondish makes her debut on Tuesdays with her magic ‘Abracadabra’ party running until July 30, which is when Mau P’s Baddest Behaviour takes over. Whilst the biggest news sees Defected ‘coming home’ for a new Thursday weekly starring all of their house music favorites. You are always guaranteed a good night at the home of the two cherries!
On the right, audience at Edén, with Todd Terry; on the left, image of a dancer at Blue Marlin
Party at Pachá
A club that just gets better and better year on year is the waterside Chinois, another venue with major news for the summer. Honey F#cking Dijon is the new 8-week residency for the Chicago born superstar – guests include Uncle Waffles, the Major League DJz, Jamie xx and Derrick Carter – fabulous! Francis Mercier makes his residency debut with his Sóley party, Claptone moves to Saturdays and the brilliant Bedouin moves to Sundays. Top class.
Heading up the hill now to Amnesia, a nightclub that prides itself on underground music and which has had a huge reconstruction of its weekly line up this summer. Big Monday night news comes in the form of Ben Hemley and Kettama taking over the Terrace for some trance and rave action, whilst Mixmag Lab finally gets a weekly home on Ibiza, sharing the Wednesdays throughout the summer with the mighty U.S. brand Resistance. Mixmag will be bringing the likes of Armand Van Helden, Angerfist, Sam Divine, Fish56Octagon, Pan-Pot, Franky Wah and Joris Voorn whilst Resistance delivers superstars including residents Artbat and Adam Beyer alongside Deep Dish, Vintage Culture, Richie Hawtin and Maceo Plex. Thursdays look tasty too as Boiler Room hosts their first ever club residency with seven dates of pure underground line-ups starring the likes of The Streets and Charlie XCX – and check out the return of Gods Kitchen on September 27 when one of clubland’s all-time favorites brings us Paul van Dyk, Fergie, Mauro Picotto and Eddie Halliwell. I love it when a venue comes out fighting!
Down in San Antonio, Pikes continues its brilliant weekly parties with new addition Slapfunk by Open Lab joining island favorites Back to Mine, Flash, Melon Bomb and La Discotheque. Check out the new Moroccan tent on the pink tennis court – a perfect escape from the craziness. Across town we find the always loud and lively Ibiza Rocks which will be celebrating ’20 Years Under The Balearic Stars’ this summer with some great live shows. Watch out for Dizzee Rascal on July 23 and Rudimental on July 24. There is also a brand-new weekly R&B session on Sundays – expect everything from Usher to Ashanti at this smooth sounds jam.
Eden have every right to be shouting from the rooftops this summer with some mighty nights… Todd Terry taking up a residency on Wednesdays with loads of guests including Fat Tony, Junior Sanchez and Barbara Tucker. Also watch out for Reboot on Fridays which started the season well – this is all about house and techno with DJs including Sam Divine and EZ… Abode on Sundays should be worth a look too with their ever-faithful crowd.
House Of Paradise party at O Beach
Also on the west coast, we check in with O Beach which must be very proud of itself after a successful launch in Dubai and the opening of their new Bonito Hotel here. Watch out for House In Paradise on Wednesdays, a new addition to an already bustling weekly poolside line up!
Up in the hills of Benimussa sits 528, boasting its open-air clubbing prowess. So many unmissable parties here this year with Radio 1 back in full effect on August 2, plus huge artists throughout the summer, including Sasha and John Digweed, Basement Jaxx, Carl Craig, Groove Armada, DJ Harvey, Eats Everything, Confidence Man (live), Horse Meat Disco, Cynthie, Ron Trent, Hot Chip and Layo & Bushwacka. Watch out too for the new after-hours venue called CLUB at 528 that runs until 4am, with a beautifully designed sound and lighting system – a sound system that was apparently rubber stamped by DJ Harvey himself.
On the right, image of DJ Ben Hemsley; on the left, party at the Chinois discotheque.
Over at Cova Santa where partying under the stars is obligatory, all the weekly favorites return from 2024 – but watch out for the Cosmic Pineapple ‘We Are One’ party on September 3 – the Pineapple is on a roll this year! And finally, we check into the beachside dynasty Blue Marlin where the fun never stops on Cala Jondal. As the venue steps into their third decade, Pete Tong’s party just gets better and better. Watch out for Elysium on Fridays – a new dimension of sound, style, and storytelling curated by the visionary Afshin Momadi.
But it doesn’t stop there! Formentera is getting in on the action thanks to the beautiful wee Tipic nightclub – it really is a jewel in the island’s crown! We love the El Paripé Saturday night session!
And that, ladies and gentleman, is your Ibiza 2025 club rundown.
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