Barcelona Sonar festival: Rhythm and accommodation at the Hotel Alma Barcelona

Barcelona Sonar festival: Rhythm and accommodation at the Hotel Alma Barcelona

From June 18 to 20, 2026, Barcelona will once again pulse to the rhythm of electronic music with a new edition of Sónar, the festival that for over three decades has set the global benchmark for innovation in sound and culture.
In 2026, the festival takes a bold step forward: the entire program will be held exclusively at Fira Gran Via, offering three uninterrupted days of music within a single, fully redesigned venue. A more immersive, streamlined, and ambitious format than ever before.

A Historic Lineup: 65 New Additions
Sónar 2026 has unveiled its complete lineup, adding 65 new names to those already announced. The result is a program that spans every shade of house and techno, drum’n’bass, breakbeat revival, forward-thinking trap, UK club sounds, Latin rhythms, and cutting-edge audiovisual performances.
Among the major highlights:

The Prodigy (Sónar debut)
Skepta
Charlotte de Witte (new audiovisual show)
Amelie Lens presents AURA
Kelis
Modeselektor (live)
SBTRKT
Goldie b2b Doc Scott ft. Medic MC
Sara Landry
Dom Dolla
Joy Orbison
Sammy Virji

And the list continues with names such as Boys Noize, FJAAK x Kittin live, Reinier Zonneveld presents R2 (AI), Nia Archives, MK b2b TSHA, Gerd Janson b2b Marcel Dettmann, and WhoMadeWho live, among many others.
Diversity once again defines the festival’s identity.

Stage by Stage: How Sónar 2026 Unfolds

SonarVillage by Estrella Damm: Non-Stop Open-Air Music

The new SonarVillage becomes the heart of the festival. It will be the only stage running continuously from start to finish across all three days, blending classic house, afro house, UK garage, and cross-cultural club sounds.
Kelis, Modeselektor, Carlita, Chris Stussy, KETTAMA, MK b2b TSHA, and Mina & Bryte will shape the rhythm in a space designed for dancing from afternoon into the early morning hours.

SonarClub: The Ultimate Large-Scale Experience

With upgraded sound, lighting, and visual technology, SonarClub aims to be “the world’s best dance floor.”
Here, The Prodigy, Skepta, Charlotte de Witte (with a new audiovisual show), Amelie Lens presenting AURA, Sara Landry, and Dom Dolla will deliver high-impact performances designed for massive spaces and stadium-level production.

SonarCar: Speedy J Presents STOOR Live (Three-Day Takeover)

SonarCar returns to its roots with a full takeover by STOOR Live, led by techno icon Speedy J. These hardware-based jam sessions are fully improvised, collaborative, and extended for hours.
Each night will be completely unique.

SonarHall: From Concert Venue to Nightclub in Seconds
Daniel Avery live, Cabaret Voltaire, Reinier Zonneveld performing alongside AI, Two Shell, and YHWH Nailgun headline a program that moves fluidly between experimental live performances and club energy.
Friday and Saturday nights will also feature takeovers by BULTO (Bogotá) and Glitterbox (Ibiza).

SonarPark and SonarLab: Latin Energy and Rave Heritage
Latin America’s growing influence in electronic music is evident with artists such as TAYHANA & MissLupe, Miss Bashful, PETERBLUE, and Tedesco, while SonarLab’s Friday program pays tribute to the UK hardcore continuum with Goldie b2b Doc Scott, Addison Groove, and Amaliah b2b Pangaea.
On Saturday, techno takes center stage with FJAAK x Kittin live, SALOME, Wata Igarashi, and DJ MARIA.

Sónar+D Relaunches at Llotja de Mar
Sónar+D returns in 2026 with a new location at the historic Llotja de Mar in central Barcelona. This parallel program focuses on innovation, artificial intelligence, digital creativity, and the intersection of music and technology.

But Sonar is not just about music – it is a complete experience spanning all the senses. And for those looking for the ideal accommodation, the Hotel Alma Barcelona is the perfect option. Enjoying a privileged location, this 5-star hotel offers not only convenience and luxury, but also an outstanding culinary experience at its Jardín del Alma Restaurant.

After an intense day of music and dancing, there’s nothing better than to relax in the Hotel Alma Barcelona spa, offering exclusive massages to get your strength back, along with plenty of other activities to pamper yourself and recharge your batteries for another day at the festival.

Sonar Barcelona is much more than a music festival. It is a celebration of creativity, innovation and electronic culture taken to the limit. An event that leaves an indelible imprint on all those who have the privilege to take part, year after year.

Wait no longer – book your room now at our luxury hotel in Barcelona.