The Ibiza season is about to reach its final peak as September unfolds, bringing many brilliant closing events in the process. For both island dwellers and holidaymakers, this marks a special month of celebration and more vacation madness before the summer draws to a close.
With every club and promoter shutting up shop in the next month or so, choosing which parties to attend can be quite the task. Here at Ibiza Spotlight, we're always up for giving you a hand to ensure that you have an amazing holiday.
From sunrise to sunset and vice versa, we've got you covered. Take a look at our top closing parties selections to know what's going on where in this wild month of September.
Amnesia - Together, pyramid and Abode | do not sleep
Together goes all out on Tuesday 18 September with the mix and blend club sounds of its star-studded line-up. UK chart smashers Chase & Status headline the Club Room finishing off another successful residency season in Amnesia. Also in the Club Room is the very special guest Wilkinson joined by Sigma and My Nu Leng.
As for the Terrace, MK will undoubtedly have the crowds in a dancing frenzy for his very special guest appearance. Master of the decks DJ EZ will also be showing off his mind-blowing skills while Sonny Fodera will be going back to back with UK chart-toppers Gorgon City. Technic and Caal are on deck duties as well for what will be a closing best spent on the dance floor with your buddies.
Towards the end of the month, you have the Pyramid closing party on Monday 24 September. The new party has been making waves over the course of its first season, so a big one is expected. For now we kknow that Ricardo Villalobos and a:rpia:r have been confirmed playing in the Terrace. Keep an eye out for more exciting information on the rest of the line-up to be confirmed very soon.
Following that Abode | Do Not Sleep go out with a bang on Thursday 27 September. In the Terrace, you have a back to back bonanza with Max Chapman b2b Secondcity, GW Harrison b2b Will Taylor, Jimmy Switch b2b Ellie Cocks and Kellie Allen b2b Lukaz Mac.
To top that all off, UK legend Skream will be headlining. The Do Not Sleep crew take over the Club room once again with Steve Lawler, Darius Syrossian, Dense & Pika and Mathias Kaden playing a barrage of banging beats. Hells yeah.
Privilege - RESISTANCE, SHINE IBIZA AND SOLID GROOVES
The techno Tuesday behemoth event, RESISTANCE has kept Privilege packed out with stomping clubbers week after week. Combining mega production and lighting with wall-shaking beats, its popularity has soared during this second season on Ibiza. Its closing party is set for 11 September and the line-up is as premium as it gets.
King of techno, Carl Cox will play an exclusive back to back set with Maceo Plex as well as a solo set - nothing beats a double dose of Coxy! DJ legends Sasha and John Digweed will also go b2b in the Main Room alongside Patrice Bäumel. Over in the Vista Club, UK scene icon Skream will play out a heavy collection of beats sharing the stage with Dense & Pika, Popof and Josh Wink b2b with Butch. All of this combined makes for one sweet closing party not to be missed.
Shine Ibiza has quickly turned into the island's new mecca of trance, taking over Privilege's Vista Club this summer. Its closing party on Monday 17 September brings together a collection of world DJ trance superstars. Resident and trance icon Paul van Dyk headlines with Jordan Suckley going back to back with Alex M.O.R.P.H. Vandit label and Berlin-based producer Chris Bekker will also be showing off his skills on the decks. For a dose of pure trance, this closing party is for you.
For tech house fans, London brand Solid Grooves has got enough tech beats to satisfy any raver. Throughout the season it has become the go-to party for residents and holidaymakers alike on Sunday nights, serving up a selection of house and techno DJs. The atmosphere is as underground as it can get: a smokey filled room with banging sounds going through Funktion-One speakers.
For its Sunday 23 September closing party, Latmun, PAWSA and Michael Bibi all make an appearance to supply fresh tech house grooves. Eddy M will go b2b with Reelow and also, if that weren't enough, a secret guest will complete the juicy line-up. Make sure you slot in a Sunday session for the Solid Grooves closing party.
Ushuaïa - Tinie tempah disturbing ibiza and dystopia
Tinie Tempah Disturbing Ibiza offers White Isle holidaymakers an urban sound alternative. Throughout the season, he has brought hip-hop, r'n'b, old skool garage, grime, afrobeat, UK rap and more via his high octane performances alongside his guests.
The closing party will undoubtedly bring the same impressive party vibe with performances from Yxng Bane, Yungen, Charlie Sloth, Majestic, Jeremiah Asiamah and DJ Charlesy. It's time to skank the afternoon away on Wednesday 19 September at Ushuaïa.
The weird and eccentric vibes of DYSTOPIA have kept visitors to the White Isle entertained all summer long. The festival-like party offers up more than just great music: the brand new party is like an adult playground filled with interactive experiences.
On Friday 28 September you can enjoy these strange delights whilst Luciano, Bedouin, Miss Melera and Susana Lee serve an exceptional electronic selection. Italian melodic techno masters Tale Of Us will also take to the DYSTOPIA stage as special guests on this essential September closing party.
Hï Ibiza - Cream, eric prydz and glitterbox
Cream found a new home in Hï Ibiza this year and has turned heads by booking DJ superstars in for a Sunday session of thrilling EDM sounds. At the island's newest and slickest venue you can experience high octane sound and lighting whilst watching some of dance music's hottest talent.
The closing party has Robin Schulz, Kungs, Jax Jones, B Jones and Anthony Probyn holding down the Theatre room with a range of electronic dancefloor sounds. Over in the Club room, the electronic nature party concept hosted by Jonas Blue has the English DJ teaming up with CID and Paul Reynolds. Sunday 23 September will be a party you do not want to miss.
A DJ who is revered by many within the clubbing scene is Eric Prydz. His Tuesday night Hï Ibiza residency continues to bring clubbers in week after week for the trio sound of Pryda, Cirex D and Prydz. The closing on Tuesday 25 September will provide the same clubbing pleasure for those who attend.
Expect to be captivated by the amazing visuals and DJ skills from Prydz and Cristoph in the Theatre. Manchester lads Solardo will be holding down their residency Club room for the last time this season alongside Mason Maynard, Davina Moss and Caravaca. As clubbing nights go, a visit to Eric Prydz at Hï Ibiza will always be a special one.
One of the island's favourite disco destinations, Glitterbox closes on Friday 28 September. Now a staple party on the island, loved by island dwellers and holidaymakers alike, Glitterbox is a fabulous extravaganza that won't fail to put a smile on your face. From the disco strutting dancers to the groovy dancefloor cuts, this party is filled with exciting moments.
The closing party is packed to the rafters with a whole host of DJ talent. Dimitri From Paris, Louie Vega, Roger Sanchez, Joey Negro, Nightmares On Wax, Greg Wilson, Simon Dunmore and more will all step onto the stage for one last glittering dance of the season.
Hard Rock Hotel - children of the 80s
A party that gives off the ultimate retro and vintage vibes has to be Children of the 80s. Within the open-air grounds of the Hard Rock Hotel you are blasted back in time with a medley of hits and sing-a-long classics.
This is a party where fancy dress is definitely encouraged as you strut along to time machine sounds. On Friday 28 September the closing party line-up features 2 Unlimited, Dream3Team Reload and La Movida Ibiza whose performances will tweak your sense of nostalgia and have you dancing all evening long.
Sankeys - unusual suspects
Unusual Suspects is one of the most respected underground events on the island, pulling in a loyal following every Thursday. Known for their diverse and well-curated line-ups, this underground party is definitely one of the tastemakers on Ibiza.
Underground names such as Ilario Alicante, Shonky, Enzo Siragusa, Cassy, DJ Sneak, Chris Liebing, tINI, Enzo Siragusa, Apollonia and many more have graced the DJ booths of Sankeys this summer at Unusual Suspects. Whilst the closing party on Thursday 27 September's line-up is yet to be revealed, it is sure to an impressive one.
Ibiza Rocks Hotel - garage nation and cuckoo land
It's time to get on the mix and blend for the final instalment of Garage Nation at Ibiza Rocks Hotel. After making waves for the first set of parties in June, the old school tune event saw fans gather at the home of the pool party. It ends the season with a fresh line-up of the scene's icons.
DJ Luck & MC Neat, DJ Q, Norris Da Boss, Sam Supplier and MC PSG will all be showing off their skills. Even more exciting is the yet to be confirmed very special guest. Make sure you head down to the Garage Nation closing on Thursday 13 September to get your skank on this month.
The crazy Friday daytime vibes of Cuckoo Land have been a popular afternoon choice for all kinds of clubbers this season. Bringing out the best that Ibiza Rocks Hotel has to offer, this party allows you to choose whether to hit the dance floor or jump in the pool.
Whilst you party the day away at the closing on Friday 21 September you have the chance to listen to Amine Edge & Dance, Huxley, Waze & Odyssey, Jamie Roy, Pat Hickey & Drew Moreland and Craig Harrison. These are enough tech beats for any raving clubber to stomp to. If you are here on any Friday until then, definitely pop down to this wildly exciting closing event. We bet you won't be disappointed.
On another note, UK r'n'b and garage sensation Craig David closes up his poolside Ibiza Rocks Hotel residency on Tuesday 25 September. The chart-topping performer has kept cheering crowds coming to his TS5 event every Tuesday afternoon. Playing a range of his own hits, rapping and singing with a unique flare, Craig David is one of the top urban performers on the White Isle.
The closing event will see this incredible artist take to stage for one last time this Ibiza season. At the closing party, he is supported by Nadia Rose, Jeremiah Asiamah and Patrick Nazemi. Soak up the sun and enjoy the electric vibes of the TS5 closing. You will undoubtedly leave with a smile on your face.
Eden - bongo's bingo and tropical wonderland
One of the most fun experiences to be had whilst visiting San Antonio is definitely the crazy bingo clubbing experience that is Bongo's Bingo. From wonderfully bizarre prizes to the mix of sing-a-long tunes and hard house, this event is certainly one for an island visitor's bucket list.
To top it all off, UK garage legends So Solid Crew make an appearance on the closing taking place on Tuesday 25 September. All eyes down for a full house and all hands up for a proper good party.
Ibiza's original and one of the best boat parties Pukka Up hosts a mischievous little night also at Eden on Saturday nights. Bringing all the best from the boat parties, this event blends fun vibes with a mixture of vocal and pop house hits on the dance floor of Eden.
As for the decor and production, well, it's like a jungle in there. Think overgrowing vines of tropical flowers as tribal dancers gyrate on podiums. The Pukka Up team will have you dancing all night long at its Tropical Wonderland closing party on Saturday 29 September. Gather your rave tribe together for this wondrous clubbing experience.
Es Paradis - Fiesta del agua and glow neon paint party
The legendary water party of Es Paradis is most likely the most fun you can have whilst getting soaked. At Fiesta Del Aqua, the dance floor fills with water for an evening of splashing and dancing along to a pop and dance soundtrack.
Bikinis and swim shorts are the ravers choice of gear here as you sing-a-long to It's Raining Men or I'm Singing In The Rain. The final Fiesta Del Aqua takes place on Friday 21 September, so make sure you don't miss out to get wet and wild at Es Paradis.
The GLOW Neon Paint Party is an adrenaline-fuelled party experience that is messy in the best kind of way. After landing at Es Paradis in 2013, its popularity has grown year after year. By combining a whole lot of paint, fun tunes, special effects and more, it is a unique experience on Ibiza.
If you fancy being drenched in all colours of the rainbow, your last chance to do so is on Saturday 22 September. All that's left to do is buy a ticket and chant “we want paint, we want paint!”
Ocean Beach ibiza - hotbed, soul heaven and one
HotBed is the ABODE-run Wednesday daytime extravaganza providing deep, uplifting and vocal house grooves to midweek Ibiza partygoers. At this electric afternoon event you can hear live instrumentalists and all your favourite classic house jams. For the closing Griff, Billy Cocks, Danny Langan, Parris, Vicky Etherton, Alex Ellenger, Jwalks (live percussion) and Josh Arise (live sax) are all booked in on Wednesday 26 September.
Serving up smooth grooves in the sun-shine kissed setting of Ocean Beach Ibiza is Soul Heaven. Boasting studio 54 style entertainment and production, this pool party will have you grooving all day long. After another successful summer in 2018, it wraps up the season on Saturday 29 September. With Horse Meat Disco, Tom Crane and Grant Collins on the decks, you can expect some soulful magic.
The ONE closing party on Thursday 27 September is ideal for those who want to get down to all your favourite classic jams. Whilst relaxing pool-side or on a VIP bed, you can listen to the sounds of garage, hip-hop, r'n'b and soulful house. This party has notes of nostalgia which are guaranteed to have you boogie-ing in the sunshine. ONE residents DJ Spoony, DJ Ace, Grant Collins and Tom Crane will be there at the closing with feel-good vibes through pop sounds.
HEART Ibiza - do not sit and saga
Focusing on art, lifestyle and music as its core concept and merging these together into a club night Do Not Sit at HEART brings Miami nightclub and label Do Not Sit On The Furniture to Ibiza. The leaders of this artisan evening are Behrouz whose critically acclaimed skills and sounds keep audiences enraptured. You can expect on the closing party a whole range of quality music played by NU, Be Svendsen, Mira and, of course, Behrouz himself. Save the date Thursday 27 September for an evocative journey through sound with a touch of magic guaranteed to leave you with special Ibiza memories.
Sunday sessions at HEART mean one only thing. The captivating sound of Bedouin and co will have you immersed fully within the atmospheric world of Saga. Embedded within the classy HEART Ibiza, the unique melodies and spellbinding rhythms will touch your soul. By bringing an inspiring roster of artists every week, this has become a popular Sunday destination for a diverse party crowd. Glide on the dance floor as Bedouin, Adam Port, Lum and Guy Laliberté spin tunes at the closing party on Sunday 30 September.
DC10
Last but by no means least is the wildly successful tech house night Paradise Wednesday at DC10. Pack leader Jamie Jones and the hottest selection of DJs from the tech house and techno underground scenes will be blasting out thundering beats in arguably the most infamous venue on the island. The closing party boasts a stacked line-up featuring Jamie Jones, Joseph Capriati, Danny Tenaglia, Sasha, Patrick Topping, Alan Fitzpatrick, Infinity Ink, Josh Butler and more. Book in one last date with the Hot Creations crew on Wednesday 26 September.
So there you have it - a luscious list of delectable closing parties happening in September. With so much to choose from, you are truly spoilt for choice - and that's not even the final month of closings. Get choosing and we'll see you on those dance floors.
To check out the rest of the events happening this month, head on over to our party calendar.
