About Sven Väth presents 25Y Cocoon Ibiza
Created and fronted by legendary DJ Sven Väth, few parties enjoy the legacy that Cocoon has on Ibiza. As the island's original Techno party, its contribution to Ibiza's musical identity can not be overstated. A true Ibiza love affair.
Cocoon last graced Ibiza in 2019 - its historic 20th anniversary. Following earlier parties in Amsterdam, Barcelona, Bahrain, Berlin, Bogotá, Chicago, Frankfurt, Istanbul and Stockholm, 25Y Cocoon Ibiza is on! It just wouldn't have felt right otherwise.
Where has Sven handpicked as the location for such a huge reunion? 528 Ibiza in Benimussa Hills, formerly used to host some of Cocoon's most legendary after parties, for a day-to-night spectacular.
Want to know more? We answer the big questions: when? where? who? why? and how?
When?
Wednesday 25 September, from 16:00 until late
Ibiza boasts incredible parties from late April to mid-October, but things get taken to the next level in September. The demographic of island visitors noticeably changes, as first-timers begin to tail off and the season for Ibiza veterans and clubbing fanatics begins.
Suddenly, closing parties are on people's minds and club bookers reflect this in their programming, as line-ups target a more musically-savvy and dedicated mould of clubbers.
Where?
Previously a location used for four of Cocoon's most legendary after parties (back when it was known as Benimussa Park), 528 Ibiza has emerged as one of Ibiza's most exciting multi-purpose destination venues in the past two seasons.
A sprawling outdoor estate in Benimussa Hills, near Ses Païsses on the outskirts of San Antonio, 528 was taken on by hospitality expert Andy McKay (MANUMISSION, Ibiza Rocks and Pikes) in the summer of 2021 and initially trialled a cabaret and fine-dining concept.
Now seemingly back to doing what it does best - throwing festival-like parties in a magical location - we're excited to see how 528 Ibiza evolves over the coming years.
Who?
What would you risk on the flip of a coin? Sven Väth's love affair with Ibiza began in the '80s, but if it were not for fate, he might never have ended up here at all. Thankfully, the universe was on our side and he boarded the ferry from Barcelona. The rest, as they say, is history.
Starting in 1999 at Amnesia (where it remained for 19 out of 20 seasons), Cocoon was the trailblazer responsible for introducing Techno to Ibiza. In its absence, the sound of the island would have been quite different.
Since its launch, Cocoon made stars of its residents including Ricardo Villalobos, Marco Carola and Loco Dice. Perhaps you've heard of them?
While the sound of the party evolved down the years, one thing that remained constant was its loyal and passionate fan base. Cocoon was and remains a party of the people - the antithesis of VIP culture, which it has never entertained. The dancefloor and the music have stayed the focus.
Five years on from the landmark Cocoon20 anniversary in 2019, we feared that the party had been resigned to the history books. But another huge milestone calls for a reunion and Sven has gathered the tribe - DJs and party people alike - especially for the occasion.
Why?
We'll make this quick and easy. Because...
- the first Cocoon Ibiza in five years, since its landmark 20th anniversary year in 2019
- Cocoon is back at the spot of some of its most notorious after-parties - say no more
- it's a "real" Cocoon line-up with Richie Hawtin, Marcel Dettmann, Roman Flügel, Tijana T, Dana Ruh and André Galluzzi all joining Papa Sven
- both garden stages open for the full 528 Ibiza experience
- the first time 528's Teatro is going to be used as a dancefloor during the on-site after party from 23:00 where Sven will play all night long
- free shuttle bus for ticket holders travelling via San Antonio bus station to the venue's front door - no need to pay for taxis
- a festival-esque experience right here on Ibiza with a big stage and lighting, first under the sun and later under the stars
- hot food options available on-site
How?
Now a question with a simple answer: by heading below and snapping up tickets whilst you still can.
