Ibiza is an impressive place to spend a chill vacation but also an ideal place to have fun and enjoy a good party. One of the most popular activities in Ibiza are the music parties. Whether they are music festivals or village parties, going to them is one of the best plans to do not only in summer but all year round. You will meet a lot of people, you will take beautiful pictures, you will have a great time, you will have unbeatable memories and, in addition, you will know a new place, if you have not been there before. That’s why we have compiled the best festivals and village parties that will happen this 2022 in Ibiza so you don’t miss any of them. Keep an eye on the agenda!
FESTIVALS
- Dreams of Freedom Festival 2022
The annual Dreams of Freedom festival returns to Ibiza Town for its sixth edition from June 28 to July 2. With performances and activities all over the city (Dalt Vila, Vara de Rey, Plaza del Parque and the port), get ready for 5 days of culture, music, food and fun, in a festival that never disappoints.
- J Balvin: NEON 2022
The so-called “Prince of Reggaeton’ has announced on his social networks three days and three nights of his show in Ibiza for this season 2022. Neon will include performances by top international Latin music artists from July 9 to 12.
- Defected Ibiza
Defected Ibiza will be held every Friday for 23 weeks, with its Opening Party on April 29th and ending on September 30th. Its parties feature artists such as Darius Syrossian, Hannah Wants, Mambo Brothers, Riva Starr, Sam Divine or Low Steppa among many others.
- Tomorrowland
Tomorrowland returns with its magic to the wonderful island of Ibiza! From June 15 to September 21, Tomorrowland returns to Ushuaïa Ibiza with a spectacular program starring Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike.
- elrow x Ushuaïa Ibiza
The two super brands, Ushuaïa Ibiza and elrow, join forces once again and announce three dates this summer, July 20, August 17 and September 7. ‘elrow’ is an iconic brand offering the world’s most colorful electronic music experiences.
- Louder Ibiza
After hosting parties everywhere from Printworks London to Warehouse Project MCR, the intense Drum & Bass crew, Louder, makes its way to Ibiza sweeping it all away. Setting up shop on Mondays at Eden for its inaugural summer in 2022, Louder holds nothing back and aims to make an immediate impact. Louder Mondays kick off on June 6, each week until closing part one on September 12 and part two on September 19.
PATRONAL FEASTS
- June 24 – Sant Joan de Labritja Festivals
The town of Sant Joan de Labritja celebrates during the second half of June its patron saint festivities in honor of St. John the Baptist. These festivities are full of summer activities typical of these dates such as concerts, exhibitions, shows, activities for children and much more.
- July 16th – Feast of El Carmen
Ibiza hosts every July 16 the celebration of the feast of the Virgen del Carmen, patron saint of sailors. The events are held in several towns on the island, such as Ibiza, Sant Antoni, Es Cubells or Portinatx, and include masses, seafaring processions and music.
- August 5th – Feast of Santa Maria
On August 5th Ibiza celebrates its great festival. Santa María de las Nieves, patron saint of the island, is experienced by tourists and residents with an extensive program of activities that combines the traditional character with other more playful and modern events.
- August 8 – Feast of San Ciriaco
On August 8 in the afternoon a great popular berenada is celebrated: paella dishes are invited and the Ibizan spirit is vindicated. At 12 midnight the main course is served, and this time it is not food; it is an impressive set of fireworks that are usually launched from El Muro, a dock located in the port of Ibiza.
- August 24th – Sant Bartomeu Festival
It is famous for its fireworks castle that illuminates the entire bay and serves as the culmination of the central day. Gastronomic festivals are also held on this day, such as the S’Ou, centered on eggs as the main ingredient. The Festival of Carthaginians and Romans is a fun historical recreation of the famous rivalry between the two and includes a landing and a fraternal combat based on ripe tomatoes. Concerts, sports competitions, traditional markets and other events fill the agenda of possibilities for the lucky visitor.
