¡Madre mía! If time flies when you're having fun, then it's no wonder that September has rolled around at supersonic speed.
Don't hang up your raving boots just yet, there's the urgent matter of closing parties to take care of. Seasoned Ibiza clubbers will tell you that closings are some of the best all year round. They're not wrong. It's all about going out on a high.
Expect one-off appearances, unmissable line-ups and a select few all-night long sets for those who like to be taken on a sonic journey.
If you're on the island between 24 September and 15 October, you can read part two and part three now.
For now, let's take a closer look at the party agenda in store from 1 to 23 September.
OpenLab presents OffBeat | NUI Ibiza | Friday 1 September
Transcending from the airwaves to the dancefloor, Ibiza-based radio station OpenLab has come out on top. Its OffBeat party taking over Friday nights NUI Ibiza since June.
Line-ups are handpicked to spur curiosity away from the beaten track, putting revered underground talents at the forefront.
On closing night a hypnotic oasis of electronic grooves awaits with Sean Johnston representing A Love From Outer Space, formerly a duo with the late Andrew Weatherall. This is a rare set to catch on Ibiza and not to be missed.
Respected French DJ Ivan Smagghe also plays an extended set. The best part? The closing party is free entry. MORE INFO
Eric Prydz presents HOLO Ibiza | Hï Ibiza | Monday 4 September
The phrase came and conquered comes to mind when reflecting on the debut season of Eric Prydz presents HOLO Ibiza. 3D holograms towering above the crowd, combined with fierce weekly guests on rotation, have taken Hï Ibiza's state-of-the-art production to new heights and left ravers mind-blown.
The closing party on 4 September is certain to carry the same weight. In The Theatre, Eric Prydz is joined by residents Adam Beyer and Cristoph for a final audio-visual spectacle.
The Club Room, which has been under the helm of Patrick Topping every week. It's set to host a swoon-worthy back-to-back set from DJ Boring and Sally C, as well as Josh Micky.
Ibiza Spotlight's team outing to HOLO remains one of the most dazzling nights of summer. If you haven't already witnessed HOLO's futuristic display in action, now is your chance.
HE.SHE.THEY | Amnesia | Friday 8 September
Back by popular demand for 2023, HE.SHE.THEY. draws the curtain on its bi-part season at Amnesia on 8 September. All bass, no bias, the party has firmed its ethos of inclusivity and self-expression on the dancefloor.
In doing so, it has booked heavyweight names in the House and Techno arena in the process.
Sending out an invitation to your most authentic self, HE.SHE.THEY. welcomes you to join Felix da Housecat and HoneyLuv in a special back-to-back set on closing night. One for the House music lovers!
With enigmatic tastemaker Heidi and the feel-good dance frenzy that is Horse Meat Disco also on hand, the vibes are guaranteed to be immaculate.
EXHALE | DC10 | Wednesday 13 September
Taking care of business every Wednesday at DC10, Techno's leading lady Amelie Lens has stormed through the season with the defiant sound of her label party EXHALE.
In attendance for the closing are fellow martyrs to the underground Ben Klock, Airod, DJ Bone, Kobosil and Tijana T. MORE INFO
Martin Garrix | Ushuaïa | Thursday 14 September
Confetti cannons and explosive pyrotechnics at the ready, Dutch don and EDM giant Martin Garrix is set to go out with a bang.
Bringing his Ushuaïa residency to a close on 14 September, DJ Mag's three-times world's number one DJ has sailed yet another successful season and now rallies in the forces for one last blow out.
Joining Martin Garrix on closing duties, The Magician steps into the booth.The Belgian superstar left his mark on the island providing 2014's Ibiza summer anthem Sunlight, featuring Years & Years. Brooks and DallasK are also confirmed.
Bresh | Amnesia | Thursday 14 September
Closing parties aren't the preserve of dance music, fans of Reggaeton also get to let their hair down for one last flurry. In this case, it's with the Argentine party animals from Bresh.
Amnesia's Thursday night resident completes its season with more colourful shenanigans on 14 September. As ever, the La Espuma foam party cannon will also be turned on in room two. If you're still keen for a dousing after that, La Espuma hosts its own closing party a week later.
Storytellers presents Puppetry | Cova Santa | Friday 15 September
Under the same moon, Storytellers presents Puppetry throws its last of eight summer soirees.
Transforming the hillside dancefloor of Cova Santa into a theatrical wonderland, you are invited to become part of its final chapter. Expect acrobatic performers, whimsical characters and an equally immersive soundtrack.
Whilst the closing party line-up remains under wraps, the calibre of DJs already presented this year has included BLOND:ISH (pictured above), Sven Väth and Miss Kittin, so you can be sure that top tier talent awaits.
Reboot presents Outset Ibiza | Eden | Tuesday 19 September
Offering up a fix of Hard Dance across selected dates, Reboot presents Outset Ibiza proves that there's something here to tickle everyone's tastes.
Celebrating their second closing party of the summer, omnipresent selector blk. is set to red-line raw rave energy for the grand finale. Accompanied by UK hard-hitter Azyr and resident Reboot DJs (MD Duffy and Jamie Harris).
Watch out San Antonio, Eden's epic sound system is about to go full throttle!
WNDRLND | Eden | Wednesday 20 September
All summer long, WNDRLND has welcomed Eden's enthusiastic crowd to be charmed under its Enchanted Garden theme. Special guest DJs, including Jess Bays and Belters Only have dropped by throughout the season. For the finale, the controls are handed over to residents Damon Hess, DAYL, Perry Marin plus a special guest TBA to close down its fifth season.
All Day I Dream | Cova Santa | Thursday 21 September
Offering a dreamy trip of Deep and Progressive House beats, whimsical wonder All Day I Dream has delivered twelve intimate gatherings so far on the Cova Santa dancefloor. For the thirteenth and final date, label head Lee Burridge rallies DJs, including roster talents Gorje Howek, Powel and close friend YoKoO for a magical send-off.
La Espuma | Amnesia | Thursday 21 September
Amnesia's permanently present mess-maker, La Espuma goes all out for one final foam party extravaganza. Having merged with Reggeaton night Bresh for 2023, La Espuma will host its own wet 'n raucous closing party, featuring Hip-Hop and Latin jams on repeat from resident DJs.
The Zoo Project Equinox | Cova Santa | Friday 22 September
This might not technically be a closing party, but The Zoo Project's only Ibiza date of 2023 is definitely worth shouting about since it winds up in a new location. Cova Santa is the place in question and we can't wait to get anthropomorphic in the San José hillside.
Old Zoo Project favourites Davina Moss, Federico Grazzini, Defex and Milou return, while Luca Saporito from Audiofly is also booked.
If you would like to join us in sending-off any of the parties mentioned, then, you guessed it, our party calendar is the go-to for tickets and all closing party listings.
Part two and part three are both online now.
ADDITIONAL WORDS | by Stephen Hunt
