Dantz Festival 2026: 10 years of electronic music in Donostia

The Anfiteatro de Miramón is crowned as the electronic epicenter

Dantz Festival returns to Donostia / San Sebastián on August 28th and 29th, 2026, to celebrate a historic tenth edition. Today, just weeks before it begins, the anticipation is at its peak. The spectacular open-air setting of the Anfiteatro de Miramón will host an unprecedented display of international and local talent, consolidating Euskadi as an undisputed hub on the European electronic music map.

During two high-voltage immersive days, the public will be able to move freely between the Main Stage and the Frontoia space. These two stages will witness a deep exploration of the multiple languages of contemporary club culture: from the most forceful and dance-floor-oriented techno to house, electro, ambient, electronic pop, live audiovisual performances, and the most avant-garde sound experimentation.

A top-tier international lineup

The 2026 program brings together some of the most influential and unique figures from eight different countries. The acclaimed Norwegian duo Röyksopp will headline the event, bringing their unmistakable fusion of electronic pop, ambient soundscapes, cinematic textures, and house influences to Miramón. Meanwhile, rhythmic force on the dance floor will be guaranteed by Ben Sims, an undisputed reference in British techno with over 25 years of experience and a powerful sound rooted in groove and hardgroove, alongside the millimeter precision of veteran producer Mark Broom.

Eclecticism will be one of the great assets of this tenth edition. Canadian icon Tiga will contribute his charismatic artistic personality, combining electro, techno, and electroclash, while Ukrainian artist Nastia will unleash her characteristic fast, hypnotic, and forceful sets. The new school of techno will be masterfully represented by the future-oriented Italian artist Adiel, contrasting perfectly with the sophisticated and soulful vision of Japanese pioneer Satoshi Tomiie.

• Anthony Rother: The German artist will present an exclusive Hybrid Set in which electro, machine funk, and pure electronic experimentation converge.
• Lis Sarroca: The DJ, producer, and founder of Maai Records, born in Barcelona and raised in Mexico, will deploy her energetic and constantly evolving proposal.
• Angela Grief: Will bring a purist vision linked to underground electro, combining her role as a DJ and promoter of the Distrito 91 collective.
• Kangding Ray: Will combine dark and atmospheric techno with cinematic sound design, backed by his recent 2026 Goya Award for Best Original Score for the work 'Sirât'.

Beyond the dance floor: culture, community, and territory

The tenth edition transcends the traditional music festival format. Dantz Festival 2026 proposes an extended cultural experience throughout the week leading up to the main event. This ambitious initiative seeks to reach different spaces in the city through innovative formats that connect contemporary creation with the vibrant local scene of Donostia, also offering exclusive accommodation discounts for attendees.

The expanded program will highlight neighborhood businesses, open new opportunities through training, and reinforce the festival's cultural identity, promoting dialogue between electronic music, community, territory, and local creativity.

— Dantz Festival Organization

Perspective: The legacy of a decade in Euskadi

Reaching ten editions in the current competitive festival circuit is no easy task. Dantz Festival has achieved this milestone by betting on impeccable musical curation and organic integration with the urban and natural environment of San Sebastián. The inclusion of national talent and unconditional support for local creativity demonstrate exceptional organizational maturity. This August, the Anfiteatro de Miramón will not only vibrate with the bass of the world's best selectors, but will resonate as a model to follow: a sustainable, culturally enriching, and musically avant-garde festival.

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