Following last year’s electrifying Arizona debut, Breakaway Music Festival today announced the 2026 lineup for Breakaway Arizona, headlined by Marshmello, Kygo, Loud Luxury, ISOxo and James Hype. The two-day festival will return to Sloan Park Festival Grounds on April 24–25, bringing over 20 national touring acts across multiple stages. Two-day GA, VIP, Ultimate
VIP, and Space Deck Terrace tickets go on sale January 20 at 10am MST. on www.breakawayfestival.com. For those seeking the most premium festival experience, Space Deck tables will also be available by inquiry starting the same day. Fans who sign up for presale today will unlock early access to the lowest-priced tickets before they become available to the general public.

In partnership with Relentless Beats and Riot Hospitality Group, Breakaway Arizona will also feature performances by ALIGN, Angrybaby, Arthi, Cassian, Disco Dom (aka Dombresky), Dr. Fresch, Effin, Grabbitz, Jon Casey, Mersiv, MPH, SHIMA, Steller, TRUTH, and XANDRA. As part of Breakaway’s ongoing commitment to supporting local musical talent, Arizona-area artists DELATO, LEESH, and LIVVIEP have also been invited to join the lineup.

“We’re so excited to return to Arizona,” said Breakaway Co-Founder Zach Ruben. “After seeing the passion and energy from the community in our debut year, it became clear this was a place where Breakaway could continue to build something special. Partnering once again with Relentless Beats and Riot Hospitality Group allows us to combine world-class music with deep local insight to deliver another unforgettable weekend for fans.”

CELSIUS® will return to Breakaway Music Festival as the official Presenting Sponsor for the third consecutive year. The brand’s presence will include a variety of interactive fan experiences and complimentary product sampling to keep attendees energized throughout the weekend. Additional sponsors for Breakaway Arizona include Jimmy John’s, presenting the Silent Disco, along with BeatBox, Fumi x Cloud Nurdz, Hiyo, and NOYZ.

Breakaway Music Festival recently revealed its full 2026 schedule, totaling 14 festivals nationwide – a record for the brand. The tour will bring its dynamic mix of music, culture and community to two new markets, Houston and Salt Lake City, for the first time, with one additional festival city and date yet to be announced.

Breakaway Arizona will be the third stop on the brand’s 2026 festival tour following Breakaway Dallas which takes place on April 10–11 and Breakaway Tampa, April 17-18. The festival continues with Breakaway Arizona on April 24–25, Breakaway Atlanta on May 15–16, Breakaway Ohio on May 29–30, and Breakaway Minnesota on June 26–27. The tour resumes on August 14–15 with Breakaway Michigan, Breakaway Mass on August 21–22, Breakaway Philadelphia on September 11–12, Breakaway Carolina on September 25–26, Breakaway Utah on October 2–3, Breakaway NorCal on October 16–17, and concludes in Houston, Texas with Breakaway Houston on November 13–14.

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.  

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.