With just one week remaining, anticipation is reaching a fever pitch for IMS Ibiza 2026, the global summit that brings together the most influential voices in electronic music. Presented in partnership with AlphaTheta and hosted by Pete Tong, Jaguar, and Katie Knight, this year’s edition is shaping up to be one of the most expansive yet. With badges nearly sold out, the window to secure a place at one of the industry’s most important gatherings is quickly closing.
Taking place from April 22–24 at Mondrian Ibiza and Hyde Ibiza in Cala Llonga, IMS Ibiza will host three days of forward-thinking conversation, collaboration, and connection. The 2026 programme features over 140 sessions and more than 240 speakers, all aligned under this year’s theme: Reclaim the Dancefloor, a call to refocus on community, culture, and the roots of electronic music in an era of rapid global change.
Spread across five stages, the summit offers a diverse and dynamic schedule, including dedicated programming around diversity, wellness, and education. Key partners such as HE.SHE.THEY., The Art of Areté, and the Pete Tong DJ Academy will host curated spaces that explore both the personal and professional sides of life in electronic music.
The speaker lineup reflects the full spectrum of the industry. The opening keynote from Steven Braines sets the tone, while headline interviews include 2manydjs, Joseph Capriati, Sister Bliss, Maykel Piron, and Dukagjin Lipa. A special RA Exchange session will feature electronic music pioneer Suzanne Ciani, offering a rare deep dive into her legacy and influence.
One of the summit’s most anticipated moments will be the IMS Legends Award presentation, honoring Yann Pissenem, the visionary behind Ibiza’s most iconic venues and experiences. His conversation with Pete Tong is expected to highlight both his personal journey and the evolution of Ibiza’s nightlife ecosystem.
Beyond the conference halls, IMS Ibiza extends across the island with a packed schedule of networking events and parties. From daytime mixers to late-night dancefloors, venues such as Ushuaïa Ibiza, Chinois Ibiza, and Akasha Ibiza will host a range of activations. Highlights include the Dirtybird Social poolside gathering and the Burn Energy Tour x Mixmag takeover, bringing together artists like Bekefi, Jazzy, and Theo Nasa in a more relaxed, collaborative setting.
The summit culminates in the iconic open-air finale at Dalt Vila, where IMS Ibiza traditionally closes with a celebration that blends music, history, and atmosphere, followed by an official afterparty at Chinois Ibiza.
What continues to set IMS Ibiza apart is not just its programming, but the people in the room. From global powerhouses like Apple Music, Beatport, Warner Music Group, and YouTube, to independent labels, agencies, and emerging innovators, the summit represents every layer of the electronic music ecosystem. It’s a rare convergence where ideas are exchanged, partnerships are formed, and the future of the industry is actively shaped.
As the countdown enters its final days, IMS Ibiza 2026 stands as more than just a conference, it’s a reflection of where electronic music is today, and where it’s heading next. For those looking to be part of that conversation, this is the moment to step in, before the doors close.
