ESNS (Eurosonic Noorderslag), the key exchange for emerging European music, is gearing up to welcome a new wave of electronic acts ready to make their mark at ESNS26.  

Tomorrowland Thailand Confirmed for December 2026 in Pattaya with Wisdom Valley Set as the Official Venue.

Tomorrowland has officially announced its first full scale festival in Thailand, confirming that Tomorrowland Thailand will take place at Wisdom Valley in Pattaya from December 11 to 13, 2026. The event marks the first full scale Tomorrowland edition in Asia and represents a major expansion of the festival beyond its established locations in Europe and South America.

The festival is being developed in partnership with the Thai Government and the Tourism Authority of Thailand. According to the official announcement, Thailand was selected over several other potential Asian destinations, reflecting the country’s growing role in global cultural tourism and large scale international events.

The Tourism Authority of Thailand stated that hosting Tomorrowland is part of a broader ambition to position the country as a leader in global tourism and creative industries, while also welcoming international visitors to experience Thailand’s culture, hospitality, and landscapes.

Wisdom Valley in Pattaya has been confirmed as the festival venue. The site is located in Khao Mai Kaew, Bang Lamung District, Chonburi Province and covers approximately 237 acres. The festival will feature multiple stages, including the CORE and Freedom stages, which will appear in Asia for the first time. Additional stages and experiences will be developed specifically for the Thailand edition. Organisers have indicated that the festival aims to welcome more than 50,000 attendees per day across the three day event.

Tomorrowland has confirmed that there will be no DreamVille camping in Thailand. Instead, a range of hotel and accommodation packages with shuttle services will be offered. The Hotel Packages Sale will open on February 28, 2026 at 16:00 GMT+7, followed by the WorldWide Ticket Sale on March 7, 2026 at 16:00 GMT+7. Four types of passes will be available, including Full Madness and Full Madness Comfort passes for access to all three days, as well as Day Pass and Day Comfort passes for single day access.

Bruno Vanwelsenaers, CEO of WEAREONE.world, stated that expanding Tomorrowland into Asia is a milestone for the organisation and that Thailand was chosen due to a shared ambition to create something meaningful and internationally recognised. He also confirmed that the Belgian team will work closely with a local team of around 40 people in Thailand to deliver the festival.

The Tomorrowland organisation in Belgium is working alongside the Thai team to bring the festival’s established approach to stage design, storytelling, and large scale production to the Thailand edition. This collaboration aims to ensure that the core elements of the Tomorrowland experience are maintained while adapting to a new cultural and geographic context.

Pre registration for Tomorrowland Thailand will open on January 8, 2026 at 16:00 GMT+7 and will be accessible through a Tomorrowland account on the official website at thailand.tomorrowland.com. Further details regarding the festival theme, daily lineups, and artist announcements are expected to be released in the coming months.

Tomorrowland Thailand will take place from Friday, December 11 through Sunday, December 13, 2026, establishing a new chapter in the festival’s global expansion and positioning Thailand as the host of its first full scale Asian edition.

New Year’s Eve might be the biggest celebration across the world, and what better way than ringing in 2026 with some of the best that electronic dance music has to offer.

From warehouse raves and mainstage fireworks to techno temples and bass-heavy blowouts, here are 10 New Year’s Eve EDM festivals you don’t want to miss as we ring in 2026.

Neon Countdown

Dates: December 30 – 31
Location: Bangkok, Thailand
Neon Countdown has quickly become one of Asia’s premier NYE festivals, delivering huge production, international headliners, and a high-energy crowd. Known for its visually stunning stages and stacked lineups, Neon Countdown is a go-to destination for ringing in the New Year in style.

Countdown NYE

Dates: December 31
Location: California, USA
Insomniac’s legendary Countdown NYE takes over Los Angeles Convention Center with massive stages, fireworks, and a midnight countdown that defines the New Year’s experience. Expect a multi-genre lineup spanning bass, house, and techno, plus iconic production that sets the tone for the year ahead.

Pier 80 NYE

Dates: December 29 – 31
Location: San Francisco, California, USA
Pier 80 NYE transforms San Francisco’s iconic waterfront warehouse into a massive three-night rave. With headliners Swedish House Mafia, Skrillex, and Four Tet, these events will bring energy, extended sets, and a true party atmosphere to welcome the New Year.

Decadence NYE (Colorado & Arizona)

Dates: December 30 – 31
Locations: Denver, CO & Phoenix, AZ, USA
Decadence dominates New Year’s Eve in the U.S. with two massive editions running simultaneously. Known for jaw-dropping production, massive lineups, and explosive midnight countdowns, Decadence consistently delivers one of the biggest NYE festival experiences in North America.

Proper NYE

Dates: December 31 – January 1
Location: San Diego, California, USA
Proper NYE blends sunshine, palm trees, and world-class house and techno to create one of the most refined NYE experiences in the U.S. Held at Petco Park, Proper offers daytime dancing, sunset vibes, and a smooth transition into the New Year with top-tier curation.

Awakenings New Year’s Eve

Dates: December 31
Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Awakenings closes out the year with a techno-focused New Year’s Eve celebration inside one of Europe’s most iconic venues. Expect pounding sound systems, hypnotic lighting, and a lineup packed with global techno heavyweights for a no-frills, high-intensity countdown.

Defected New Year’s Eve

Dates: December 31
Location: London, United Kingdom
House music royalty takes center stage as Defected delivers a soulful, groove-driven New Year’s Eve celebration. Expect classic house energy, vocal anthems, and an atmosphere built for dancers who want to start the year on the right foot.

Lights All Night

Dates: December 30-31
Location: Dallas, Texas, USA
Lights All Night kicks off New Year’s celebrations early with two nights of bass, house, and festival-sized production. Known for stacked lineups and an electric crowd, LAN is a staple end-of-year event for Texas ravers.

Excision New Year’s Eve

Dates: December 30–31
Location: Detroit, Michigan, USA
Excision’s annual NYE takeover delivers earth-shattering bass, massive visuals, and one of the most intense countdowns of the year. Expect a headbanging crowd, custom visuals, and a full-on bass invasion to ring in 2026.

Eternal New Year’s Eve

Dates: December 30-31
Location: Orlando, Florida, USA
Eternal NYE is bringing one of the biggest bass and electronic lineups of the year to Orlando for the ultimate New Year’s Eve experience. Known for its elevated atmosphere and carefully curated sound, Eternal is quickly becoming a must-watch NYE brand in USA.

From warehouse raves and bass blowouts to refined house and relentless techno, New Year’s Eve 2025 offers something for every kind of raver. However you choose to count down, these festivals guarantee a powerful start to 2026.