Ibiza Spotlight's Pick of the Week series - lovingly curated by the Spotlight clubbing team - examines the crème of next week's upcoming parties, taking stock of the hottest events on the island.
As opening parties continue to flourish alongside a growing array of strong line-ups choice is the only detraction from what promises to be a sensational week ahead. You only need glance at the calendar to see how many great nights are going down, but we've highlighted three for you that we find especially tempting.
ASOT Opening Party
June 17th
One of the world's most acclaimed parties, A State Of Trance returns to the island for yet another season of trance lashed hedonism. After the sell-out success of his global ASOT 600 Tour and the unrivalled support of the trance community 'The Expedition' - occupying the celebrated Monday slot - shall be helmed by van Buuren himself as he sets forth his mission to take you into a blistering world of euphoric electronica. Accompanied by a fresh and dynamic line-up expect large scale productions and big guest bookings.
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- Armin van Buuren
- Dash Berlin
- W&W
- Cosmic Gate
Price - €45
Cirque De La Nuit Presents Ibiza Sonica Live With Cocoon Formentera Boat Cruise - Opening Party
June 20th
Joining forces with Cocoon and Ibiza Sonica, Cirque De La Nuit present a boat party of fantastical proportions. Sailing from Playa D'en Bossa at 10pm, a nighttime mix of stars and techno courtesy of Aky Yakitory awaits on the scenic journey to the island of Formentera. After disembarking you are whisked into Tipic, the island's number one club, to spend the night with Yakitory and Ricardo Villalobos with his minimal twists and turns. Returning by ferry the following morning, this is a must for any fan of Cocoon's Amnesia residency, expect to witness the biggest names in techno in more intimate atmospheric surroundings.
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- Riccardo Villalobos
- Aky Yakitory
Price - €89
Carnival Cities - The Underground (Manchester, UK) meets Defected in the House
June 22nd
Another exciting collaboration - Sankeys are teaming up with label Defected in the House and Bomba Events for a celebration of house. After a successful first outing saw Defected bringing the mighty Derrick Carter to the dark confines of the LAB, Sankeys' Saturday night program is something to keep your ears and eyes sharply on. As we wait for Bomba to open its doors this is a chance to grab a taste of the ear candy you're likely to receive later in the season. Featuring a crop of rising stars, such as Norway's Finnebassen, Carnival Cities gives its co-hosting labels the chance to present the sound that makes them tick.
From 23:59
Basement:
- Finnebassen
- Him_self_Her
- Jobe
- Bones
LAB - Defected In The House:
- Dennis Ferrer
- Lil Louis
- Sonny Fodera
- Franky Rizardo
Boutique - Rebels:
- Chad Andrew
- Jiggy b2b Kane
- Deniz Bilgi
Price - €30
