Let's be honest - one of the main reasons that people head to the beautiful white isle of Ibiza ever year is to sample the vvery best of the world's clubs and DJs - and 2012 is no exception. We've gone through every club night listing and got all the insider info to bring you the very best nights during your stay on the party island - so read on here and start planning your nightlife diary!
JUNE
21st June 2012
The Face of Ibiza Opening Party, Privilege, Ibiza Town, San Antonio road - Club promoters Baby Marcelo and DJ Oliver are bringing their camptastic new party The Face of Ibiza to the Island’s biggest nightclub, Privilege. Kicking off on the 21st and then every Thursday throughout the summer, you can expect drag queens, divas and one mad party. www.privilegeibiza.com
Twice as Nice, Es Paradis, Salvador Espriú, Sant Antonio road - The urban club super brand Twice as Nice is back in Ibiza this summer promising to be bigger than ever. As well as the usual performance artists and break dancers, tonight sees Skepta and Ironik headlining. www.twiceasnice.co.uk
22nd June 2012
Opening Motel Taboo Ibiza, Club Punta Arabi, Santa Eulalia del Río - Motel Taboo’s opening night is being called the ‘Game of Sex’ so only enter if that sounds like it would tickle your fancy. Choose coloured wristbands to signal your sexual preferences to others and see where the night takes you. www.moteltabooibiza.com/
23rd June 2012
El Row Opening Party, Privilege, Ibiza Town, San Antonio road - Already infamous in Barcelona, El Row is coming to Ibiza this summer making Saturday nights in Privilege’s VISTA Club room unforgettable. The opening party is your chance to get out your finest fancy dress and dance to headliners Paco Osuna, Popof, Marc Maya and De La Swing. www.elrowibiza.com
Ushuaia Pooldisco Opening, Ushusia Ibiza Beach Hotel, Bora Bora - Paloma Faith, Nick Grimshaw and Sadie Frost are all fans of Pooldisco’s flagship party at East London’s Shoreditch House. Resident DJs Severino and Sam Divine will treat partygoers to a mix of house and disco. www.ushuaiaibiza.com
29th June 2012
Hospitality Ibiza, Ibiza Rocks Hotel, Sant Antoni de Portmany - As part of the new W.A.R! (We Are Rockstars!) dance music night at the Ibiza Rocks hotel every Friday, Hospitality will be on hand on the 29th to give you your drum and bass fix. DJs include Netsky, High Contrast, Danny Byrd & MC Risky. www.hospitalitydnb.com
JULY
01 – 03rd July 2012
Ibiza 123 Rocktronic Festival, San Antonio seafront - Ibiza’s only three day music festival has legends Sting, Lenny Kravitz, Elton John on the bill this year. The festival, held in front of one of the most famous sunsets in the world on the coast of San Antonio, starts at noon and has bars, markets, restaurants and a beach area for you to get lost in. Day tickets start at 65 euros and for a 3 day ticket it’s 150. www. ibiza123festival.com
2 July 2012
Tiesto at Pacha, Avenida 8 de Agosto - Tiesto will be returning to the White Islands this summer but this time taking up residency in Pacha.The weekly night will run from May 28th until late September, so get your tickets quick as they are sure to sell out. www.pacha.com
4th July 2012
Ben Howard and Rob Da Bank live, Ibiza Rocks Hotel, Sant Antoni de Portmany - The very talented (not to mention very cute) singer songwriter Ben Howard is joined by Radio 1 DJ and Bestival curator Rob Da Bank for a one off show at Ibiza Rocks. Also on the bill is one-to-watch Jake Bugg. www.ibizarocks.com/
9th July 2012
Cocoon Heroes Ibiza, Amnesia, San Antonio Road - Cocoon Heroes legendary parties are back at one of the biggest clubs on the Island, Amnesia. Sven Vath and co. will be playing for the fans of hard techno and house. www.amnesia.es
F**K me I’m famous opening party, Ushuaia Ibiza Beach Hotel, Bora Bora - David Guetta’s residency at Ushuaia club kicks off on the 9th and continues throughout the Summer. If you miss him here there’s no need to worry- you can catch him at Pacha on Thursdays too. www.ushuaiaibiza.com
11th July 2012
Ibiza Rocks 7th Birthday feat. Kasabian and Zane Lowe, Ibiza Rocks Hotel, Sant Antoni de Portmany - Kasabian, Zane Lowe and Toy are helping to blow out the candles on Ibiza Rocks’ 7th birthday cakes. Tickets for the night start at £40 but we recommend the Birthday and W.A.R! combo tickets for £55. www.ibizarocks.com
17th July 2012
Together, Amnesia, San Antonio Road - Your Tuesday night clubbing plans are sorted with Together’s weekly showcase of the best DJs on the Island playing the best in electronic music. The 17th sees Nero, Pendulum (DJ set), Annie Mac and Simian Mobile Disco on the bill. www.amnesia.es
24th July 2012
Ibiza Live with Jessie J at Eden, San Antonio - You can’t put a price tag (sorry, we couldn’t resist) on how big this show will be. Jessie J fans can hear all their favourite tunes as part of Eden’s Ibiza Live series. www.edenibiza.com
3rd July 2012
Carl Cox - The Revolution Recruits Opening Party at Space, Sant Josep de Sa Talaia - Carl Cox is returning to the White Isle and, following the success of his “Revolution” parties over the last decade, is recruiting new music talent to join him each week this summer. The opening party sees Nicole Moudaber and Uner on the line up. www.carlcoxatspace.com/
AUGUST
1st August 2012
Swedish House Mafia at Ushuaia Beach Hotel, Bora Bora - The 1st is one of three occasions that you are sure to get all three Swedes behind the decks during their residency at Ushuaia. On other dates you’ll get just one representing their labels and with guest djs joining them. www.ushuaiaibiza.com
2nd August 2012
Cream 18th birthday special, Amnesia, San Antonio road - Cream are taking control of Amnesia every Thursday this summer and to celebrate their 18th birthday on the Island they have Paul van Dyke, Eddie Halliwell, Calvin Harris and Laidback Luke on the bill. www.amnesia.es
3rd August 2012
BBC Radio 1 party, Ushuaia Beach Hotel, Bora Bora - All your fave Radio 1 dance DJs will be playing out at the gorgeous Usuaiaia Beach Hotel for FREE! Rob da Bank will be warming everyone up from 5pm before handing over to Annie Mac and Pete Tong at 7. www.bbc.co.uk
7th August 2012
Carl Cox at Space, Sant Josep de Sa Talaia - For the second week of Carl Cox’s takeover of Space he’s asked another group of up and coming DJ’s to share the stage with him. This week it’s Umek, Monika Kruse, Nic Fanciulli and DJ Antz on the bill. www.carlcoxatspace.com
12th August 2012
We Love... Space 23rd Birthday, Space, Sant Josep de Sa Talaia - Your Sunday session is sorted with the cracking combo of the We Love... DJs and Space’s 23rd birthday. To help celebrate, they’ve got The Chemical Brothers headlining with Simian Mobile Disco to support and on top of all that there is a whole host of DJs playing across 5 arenas. www.welove-music.com
25th August 2012
London's top member's club and celebrity hot spot Boujis hits Ibiza with its 8th annual bank holiday celebration. The landmark event and exclusive pop-up party will be held in a secret location revealed only to ticket holders on the day of the event. Boasting prestigious past venues as Blue Markin, Sol Den Serra and spectacular private villas, Boujis Ibiza is a highlight of the summer social calender where 500 revellers descend on the lavish gathering to dance the night away. This year's DJs are Rob Marmot, London Beats Klaus & Ameet, Andrew Dax and Sam Young. Time: 9pm to late
Ticket prices: Advanced: £150 including unlimited drinks - Door purchase: 200 EUROS including unlimited drinks - Table service: £2,000, £3,500, £5,000
27th August 2012
F**k Me I’m Famous closing party, Ushuaia Beach Hotel, Bora Bora - David Guetta’s famous party F**k Me I’m Famous comes to a close on the 27th. Special guests have been promised and it’s sure to be a sell out. www.ushuaiaibiza.com
SEPTEMBER
8th September 2012
Hed Kandi - The Hed Kandi DJs are celebrating ten years on the White Isle this year so expect glamour and feel-good vibes aplenty. Resident DJ Ben Santiago will be joined by special guests and live performers. www.esparadis.com
13th September 2012
Twice as Nice Closing Party, Es Paradis, San Antonio - The urban super-party comes to a close after another raucous year on the Island. Ticket and line-up details are coming soon. www.esparadis.com
16th September
Judgement Sundays Closing Party, Eden, San Antonio - After another explosive season of parties, Judgement Sundays comes to an end on the 16th. The man behind the event, Judge Jules, will be joined by Micky Slim, Vicky Devine and two times World #1 Female DJ Claudia Cazacu, among others. www.judgementsundays.co.uk
18th September
Together, Amnesia, San Antonio Road - It’s the Best of British as Tinie Tempah, Ms Dynamite, Mistajam and Flux Pavillion join resident Eric Prydz at the legendary club night Together at Amnesia. Also playing for the first time in Ibiza is hip-hop band Public Enemy. www.amnesia.es
19th September
Ibiza Rocks closing party with Two Door Cinema Club, Ibiza Rocks Hotel, Sant Antoni de Portmany - The party that brings the most rock and roll to Ibiza is coming to a close on the 19th. Two Door Cinema Club. Headliners are the Northern Irish Two Door Cinema Club for their very first gig on the Island. www.ibizarocks.com
20th September
Cream Closing Party, Amnesia, San Antonio Road - Getting your tickets in advance is definitely needed for Cream’s closing party on the 20th. Paul Van Dyk and Gareth Emery are headlining the main room and Calvin Harris and Benny Benassi will play out on the Terrace. www.amnesia.es
22nd September
Hed Kandi Closing Party, Es Paradis, San Antonio - The Ibizian party institution that is Hed Kandi comes to a close on the 22nd in their usual glamorous fashion. Expect feel-good house tunes from Sam Cannon, Ben Santiago and more to be confirmed. www.esparadis.com
28th September
All Gone Pete Tong Closing Party, Pacha - The fierce line up to end the season promises appearances from Calvin Harris, Groove Armada and the man himself, Pete Tong. www.pacha.com
29th September
Zoo Project Closing Party, Gala Night Club, Benimusa Hills - Your last chance to get out your animal fancy dress, the Zoo Project closing party is set to be one to remember. The line-up includes Ryan Elliott, Spencer Parker, Evan Baggs and Nic & Kaleb.
OCTOBER
1st October
Circo Loco Closing Party, DC-10, Ses Salinas - DC-10, once a former aircraft hanger, has got a bit of a rep for being one of Ibiza’s most controversial clubs. The legendary Circo Loco’s closing party of the season will be one to remember. http://dc10-ibiza.ibiza-clubs.net
