Cocoon's exploits in the Benimussa Hills are quickly becoming the stuff of legend.
After an opening party in May (and a surprise carry-on following the peak-season date at Amnesia - did you catch wind of that one?), Sven Väth's boundary-pushing party is back at 528 Ibiza on Wednesday 23 September.
Unlike the previous two times, this is the full works. Both outdoor stages will be open, alongside a full nighttime programme. Now the question on everybody's lips: who is joining Sven?
Richie Hawtin has headlined the Garden Stage at the 2024 and 2025 editions of this party - and we would certainly have missed his presence, had he not been back in 2026. Thankfully, he's the first name down after Sven's. Richie is in, and we aren't done with Techno legends yet!
The third name on the bill is an artist who only graces Ibiza seldomly - and far less at one of the bigger clubs.
We are stoked that DJ Hell will be a part of proceedings on 23 September. Alongside Sven, there are few DJs who have shaped the pathway of electronic music and its many strands in Germany as much as Helmut Geier.
Richie Hawtin playing at 528 Ibiza for Cocoon in September 2025
Once an island resident, Cassy doesn't play here as often as she used to, but that only makes her infrequent visits all the more unmissable. Another long-term member of the Cocoon family, welcomed back.
The next name is somebody who has already enraptured us once this summer, so we're thrilled that Marie Montexier is back on another line-up. On the evidence we've seen, she'll fit right in with her inspired vinyl selections and mixing.
Another DJ who has crept onto line-ups this summer is Julya Karma. Now based in Berlin, the classically-trained musician transitioned to DJing in Brooklyn prior to her move to Europe. Earlier dates at Pacha and Hï Ibiza led her to her final island appearance of summer.
The penultimate name on the bill is a resident at Offenbach underground mecca Robert Johnson and an unsung hero of Frankfurt's vibrant scene. Franziska Berns is also involved. The line-up announcement is completed with Romanian talent Sublee, although further names are teased.
Memories of Cocoon's September takeover of 528 Ibiza last summer
In total, it's a diverse cast of faces, each taken from their own niche corner of the electronic music spectrum and a welcome mix-up.
Early bird pricing has now ended, so congratulations to those who trusted their gut and committed without knowing the line-up. You have been rewarded for your loyalty.
There's still plenty of time to secure your ticket. All ticket types are now online, including early entry discount options and those with hospitality terrace access.
This date has been one of the best parties in both of the last two seasons, and we have every reason to believe this year's will follow suit. Cocooners assemble. It's going to be one for the books.
Head below to find your ticket or visit our party calendar.
PHOTOGRAPHY | by Mario Pinta, Roberto Romito and The Vitorino
