About Glitterbox
Uniting generations of music lovers and Disco devotees, club phenomenon Glitterbox continues on Ibiza in 2024 - the island where it all began. Honouring the roots and culture at the heart of the scene, it's the safe-space where marginalised communities and the mainstream converge.
Launching here in 2013, Glitterbox's arrival heralded the start of a new strategy for Defected, which split its audience into two categories: entry-level and seasoned. Expect unbeatable energy, packed dancefloors, a tolerant mentality and plenty of unforgettable moments this summer.
Want to know more? We answer all your questions: when? where? who? why? and how?
When?
Every Sunday night, from 5 May to 6 October | 23:30 to 07:00
Sundays are huge on Ibiza. In terms of parties, you are spoilt for choice. It's one of the most diverse days with something for everybody and several big hitters. It's also the day of the week when the more mature crowd has a tendency to hit the dancefloor. Hello, Glitterbox.
Where?
Found in Playa d'en Bossa, high-tech Hï Ibiza was voted the world's number one club by readers of DJ Mag in 2022, 2023 and 2024. Opening in 2017, it wasted no time in making an impact. Growing year-on-year, odds are Hï Ibiza will celebrate its most successful summer again.
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Glitterbox has called Hï Ibiza home since 2017, being the club's longest-running party alongside Black Coffee. In fact, Glitterbox was at Space (2015 and 2016) and was the only party to survive, making an immediate jump from the old incarnation to the new.
Who?
Only the absolute masters of the scene - the DJs who've been around since day one (or near enough) and helped build the foundations of club culture. Guys and girls who are responsible for some of dance music's most timeless anthems. It's a conveyor belt of talent.
In The Theatre you can count on names such as Roger Sanchez, Todd Terry, David Morales, Masters At Work, Basement Jaxx, The Shapeshifters, Dave Lee (formerly Joey Negro), Armand Van Helden, Groove Armada and Derrick Carter - all no doubt faces you'll be familiar with thanks to their contributions down the decades.
Therefore, there's a temptation to call Glitterbox a "retro" party, only it's so much more than that. It's also a place where you can catch DJs pushing the sound forward in the modern day. Kiddy Smile, Natasha Diggs, Myd, Jayda G and Ben Westbeech all have dates.
There's curveballs too. Alan Dixon, Waajeed, Norman Jay MBE and Mr Scruff look beyond the party's perceived parameters and keep things fresh.
Anybody after some Ibiza originals can also look forward to sets from White Isle authentics Smokin Jo and DJ Pippi, while Glitterbox's director of music Melvo Baptiste gets six dates.
Keep your eyes peeled for some unannounced PAs, although one already confirmed is certified disco legend Chaka Khan on 14 July. That will be phenomenal, it goes without saying.
Perhaps more than any other party, the focus is as much on the dancefloor as it is on the DJ booth. This is amplified by its family of dancers, who are the true face of Glitterbox. Lucy Fizz, Mx Fit, Remy and their pals are the true stars of the show.
A Glitterbox timeless classic
With Mighty Mouse's premature passing in late 2022, we can't think of a better reason than to keep rinsing this classic re-edit.
Keep an eye on
A much more diverse (and arguably higher profile) list of names coming to the Wild Corner.
Any surprises?
Detroit's cross-genre multi-instrumentalist Wajeed and last remaining DJ rock star DJ Harvey buddying-up in the Club Room on 15 September.
Strongest week?
You won't find a sub-par week, but for our money, the run from 8 September through to closing is about as good as it gets. If we were pressed to pick a favourite, the date with Dave Lee, David Morales, Kiddy Smile, DJ Harvey, Natasha Diggs and Alan Dixon all in one sitting edges it.
Musically that will be, not only varied, but simply fantastic.
A set to get you in the mood
Anything else cool?
Glitterbox is a vibrant party, bursting with colour. This year, it has commissioned contemporary artist Haris Nukem to deliver a series of stunning visuals to convey Glitterbox's values and uplifting spirit.
Ibiza Spotlight's top tip
The Wild Corner toilet rave is always a hoot whichever night you attend Hï Ibiza. However, it just feels like it was conceived with Glitterbox in mind. Get a date with Melon Bomb in there, and it'll be a contender for the best night of your holiday.
How?
Just by heading below and grabbing your tickets. Simple, right? All dates are on sale now.
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