Sonar Festival
June 17 – 19, 2027 | Barcelona, Spain
From Carl Cox and Peggy Gou to Bonobo and Jessie Ware, Sonar Festival 2027 is preparing to bring some of electronic music’s most exciting names to Barcelona. Returning from 17–19 June, the festival will reunite its daytime and nighttime programmes, combining international performances, creative technology, and the city’s vibrant summer atmosphere.
Now entering its 34th edition, Sonar Festival continues to explore the relationship between music, art, and innovation. With the first 30 artists announced and a refreshed format planned for 2027, the event offers another opportunity to experience Barcelona’s creative energy through world-class performances and immersive cultural experiences.
Sonar Festival 2027 dates and venues
Sonar Festival 2027 will take place across three days and two nights, returning to a format that separates its daytime discoveries from larger nighttime performances.
| Programme | Dates | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Sónar by Day | 17–19 June 2027 | Central Barcelona waterfront |
| Sónar by Night | 18–19 June 2027 | Fira Gran Via, L’Hospitalet de Llobregat |
| Sónar+D | 17–18 June 2027 | Alongside Sónar by Day in central Barcelona |
The exact Sónar by Day venue and entrance arrangements are yet to be confirmed. Programme details are subject to change.
Sonar Festival 2027 tickets and VIP experiences
For guests interested in Sonar Festival 2027 tickets, several pass categories provide access to the music programme, with additional options for VIP experiences and Sónar+D.
The festival currently offers four main multi-day passes, allowing visitors to choose between standard admission, VIP access, and the expanded creative programme.
| Pass category | Access | Enquiries |
|---|---|---|
| SonarPass | All three days of Sónar by Day and both nights of Sónar by Night | Inquire Now |
| SonarPass+D | Full festival access plus Sónar+D programming | Inquire Now |
| SonarPass VIP | VIP access to Sónar by Day and Sónar by Night | Inquire Now |
| SonarPass+D VIP | VIP festival access plus Sónar+D programming | Inquire Now |
What does Sonar Festival VIP access include?
Sonar Festival VIP tickets offer an upgraded way to experience the event, particularly for guests who value additional comfort during long festival days and nights.
The VIP benefits include:
- Fast-track entry: Access through designated priority entrances.
- VIP areas: Admission to dedicated hospitality spaces within the festival.
- Exclusive facilities: Access to selected bar and catering services.
- Full festival access: Entry to the relevant daytime and nighttime programmes.
The Sonar Festival VIP experience is designed to make the event more comfortable without separating guests from its distinctive atmosphere.
SonarPass+D: Music, art, and innovation in one experience
For visitors interested in more than live music, SonarPass+D adds access to the festival’s creative and technological programme.
Sónar+D brings together digital artists, designers, researchers, and innovators to explore the connections between technology, culture, and human creativity.
This makes SonarPass+D an appealing choice for those interested in contemporary art, experimental design, and emerging technologies. The VIP version combines these activities with premium access to the wider music festival.
Sonar Festival 2027 lineup
The first Sonar Festival 2027 lineup announcement introduced 30 artists spanning techno, house, electronic pop, experimental music, and alternative sounds. The completed programme is expected to feature more than 80 performances and activities, with further artists to be announced.
Carl Cox and Peggy Gou lead the electronic music highlights
One of the most anticipated returns is Carl Cox, who will perform at Sónar more than two decades after his previous appearance. The British DJ remains one of techno’s most recognised figures, celebrated for his energetic sets and enduring influence on global club culture.
Joining him is Peggy Gou, whose distinctive blend of house, techno, and contemporary dance music has made her an international favourite. Her ability to move between underground club sounds and widely recognised tracks brings another dimension to the programme.
Other notable electronic artists include:
- Honey Dijon: Presenting Sinister, a project exploring her techno influences.
- KI/KI: Bringing the driving trance and techno sounds that have established her reputation on the international circuit.
- Oscar Mulero: Returning with his introspective approach to techno.
- Collabs3000: A collaborative performance featuring Chris Liebing and Speedy J.
- Romy: Bringing her inclusive, euphoric approach to dance music through a DJ set.
Together, these artists reflect Sónar’s longstanding connection with club culture and its commitment to exploring different electronic music styles.
Bonobo, Jessie Ware, and Yung Lean bring different sounds
Bonobo will present a new live show connected to Distance in Static, combining his atmospheric electronic compositions with a specially designed visual production.
Jessie Ware brings her disco-influenced pop and rich vocals, while Swedish artist Yung Lean adds the alternative hip-hop and cloud-rap sound that helped establish his international following.
The programme also includes Japanese experimental musician Cornelius, Dominican performer Tokischa, and British drum-and-bass pioneer Goldie, who will return with a live performance after missing the 2026 edition.
This variety is part of Sónar’s identity. Visitors can move between energetic DJ sets, immersive electronic performances, and artists whose work crosses traditional genre boundaries.
A new chapter for Sonar by Day and Sonar by Night
One of the most significant developments for 2027 is Sónar’s return to separate daytime and nighttime programmes.
After bringing both formats together at Fira Gran Via in 2026, the festival will reconnect with its original urban identity, offering two different ways to experience its music and creative culture.
Sonar by Day 2027 returns to central Barcelona
Sonar by Day 2027 will move to the waterfront in central Barcelona, bringing the daytime programme closer to the city’s cultural and social life.
The refreshed setting is intended to offer a more intimate atmosphere, encouraging visitors to discover new artists, explore experimental performances, and engage with creative installations.
Sónar+D will share the daytime location, bringing together music, technology, and cultural discussions. The combination offers a more exploratory experience, where visitors can move between live performances and thought-provoking creative projects.
Sonar by Night 2027 returns to its classic format
While the daytime programme focuses on discovery, Sonar by Night 2027 promises the larger productions and high-energy performances associated with the festival’s nighttime identity.
Taking place on 18–19 June at Fira Gran Via, the programme will feature four stages designed to accommodate major international artists and technically ambitious shows.
Immersive lighting, electronic music, and large-scale visual productions will shape the atmosphere, creating a contrast with the more relaxed daytime setting.
Sónar+D: Where music meets art and technology
Sónar has always been more than an electronic music festival. Through Sónar+D, it provides a platform for exploring how creativity and technology influence contemporary culture.
The programme brings together artists, designers, researchers, and creative professionals through talks, presentations, exhibitions, and experimental performances.
Areas of interest include:
- Digital art: Interactive installations and emerging forms of artistic expression.
- Creative technology: New tools influencing music, design, and audiovisual production.
- Innovation and research: Conversations about the relationship between technology and society.
- Experimental performance: Projects that bring together sound, visual media, and digital experiences.
Beyond the festival: Sónar Week takes over Barcelona
During Sónar Week, Barcelona hosts additional electronic music events, parties, and cultural experiences, attracting artists and audiences from around the world.
OFFSónar returns from 17–20 June 2027, bringing independent parties and artist-led events to venues including Poble Espanyol.
The wider celebrations are also expected to include Sónar District and Sónar Kids at Parc del Fòrum, adding further opportunities to explore the city’s electronic music culture.
Experience Sonar Festival in luxury with MA Hospitality Group
From Carl Cox and Peggy Gou to Bonobo and Jessie Ware, Sonar Festival 2027 brings together international electronic music, creative technology, and Barcelona’s distinctive summer atmosphere.
MA Hospitality Group can help create a personalised festival experience with festival tickets and VIP access. Our team can also coordinate luxury accommodation, private transfers, restaurant reservations, and selected experiences around Sónar Week.
Contact us to begin planning your Sonar Festival 2027 experience.
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