Get ready for an exhilarating day of music and culture on September 23rd. From a Techno Street Party in Paris to a hidden garden festival in Nottingham, and a soul spectacular in Kent, there’s something for every music lover. Join the frenzy and let the beats move you!
Techno Parade
23 Sept
Putting electronic music and its culture in the biggest spotlight this weekend, thousands upon thousands of dance music lovers descend on the streets of the magnificent city of Paris for the largest European free Techno Street party. The multiple Sound-systems on moving floats will be packed and stacked with speakers so huge their allure to sonic-booms with the loudest Techno dance music that could possibly be heard all over of Paris. Drawing in the crowds like the Pied Piper of Techno-dance music and the people following, dancing their best Techno moves all around the streets of Paris for one of the most talked about events of the year.
In honour of the famous and legendary iconic Berlin ‘Love parade’, the streets of Paris will be on fire with the sounds of Techno celebrating its 25th year dance music inspection. 350,000 in attendance to promote the electronic music culture featuring the best techno DJs. For anyone whose never experienced the Techno Parade, this is worth attending this once in a lifetime dance music phenomenal where you’ll be met with a vibe like no other and leave with new Techno addicts who’ve travelled from all corners of the world to this special celebration for dance music culture and your right to party.
The capitals danceathon will feature 14 Floats, over 80 DJs including Maud Geffray, Dimmi, Popof, Flavio Vedra, Coopex, S3A, RAG and Mila Dietrich and staged events at specific parks which feature iconic Techno DJs sets from global DJs including Kerri Chandler, I Hate Models, VTSS, KiNK b2b LB aka LABAT (hybrid live), Camion Bazar, Soichi Terada,
More Info www.technoparade.fr
Electric Gardens
23 Sept
Groovebox presents one off Nottingham finest dance music festival offerings. Taking place beyond the walls of the city, secretly hidden in a lush and verdant garden, where festival goers enter a world were music and magic mould together. Full on mysterious pathways which lead you around a maze to secret stages. You’ll find magnificent art installations
Electric Gardens promises a unique festival experience, with each stage offering its own enchanting music. The event goes beyond the norm, featuring phenomenal light displays, innovative fashion, and interactive art. This September, venture into a world of discovery and let loose to the beats of House, UK Garage, Drum n Bass, and Tech House. Join the dance-off and bid farewell to the summer festival season in style.
Featuring a line-up of elite DJs from airwaves, clubs, global festivals, and some of the biggest dance music brands, including artists like Hannah Wants, Latmun, ALISHA, Schak, Max Dean, Essel, Ryan Arnold, Denno, Wishart, HOLL3, Act On, Pendulum, Camo & Krooked, P Money, TURNO, Benny Page, Alcemist, Mefjus, Inja, BassLayerz, TNA, Amplify, DREPS, Dexta, MC STEVO, Titan, Riverton Rudebuoys, Subsinner, Murdyer, Danny Howard, Franky Wah, Rebuke, Tommy Farrow, Harry Moore, Adrianna, Edgar De Ramon, Quinsor, Volaris, Will Sanders, Bassboy, Mr Virgo, Zero, DJ Q, Champion, Devilman, 24hr Garage Girls, POACH, Girls Next Door, Hendo, TOOLEY, DJ EJ, MC AD, Trilla, Emzi, Mr Kaos, Just Nate, DJ Dibz, Fever, Angel Lee, Joe Quinn, El Johno, Angies Disco Orchestra, The Paradox Orchestra, Mark Mills, Phil West, Martin Beirne, Neon Hustler, and Jamie Birch.
Tickets & More Info www.skiddle.com
Lakestock Festival
23 Sept
Returning to Caversham Lakes, Reading after a successful debut festival last year, Lakestock is a one day only event where you’ll find four stages of music, an array of diiferent kinds of delicious street food, delightful cocktails and allsorts of beverages to tickle ya tastebuds and even private beaches! Festivalgoers are in for a treat where this magical dance music open-air event is an offering where you’re encouraged to expect the unexpected to way the summer festival season off in style!
As summer to comes its end and you’re up for one last blowout this is one local festival that promotes a dance music event to remember!
This year’s line-up offers a host of up for it DJs playing out the best dance music, it includes George Smeddles, JSRP, Pablo, Danny Snowden, Katy Horwitz, Jack Akehurst, Menesix, Jesse Maas, Gracey Grey, Minister, Harrington, Paige Tomlinson, RUZE, Robbie Doherty, Locklead, Adam Dance and many more to feast your dance music shoes & moves on.
Tickets & More Info www.lakestockfestival.com
Soultasia Festival
23 – 24 Sept
Soultasia is the the UK’s touring Soul Spectacular, hosting one of its standout events d in Mote Park, Maidstone, Kent this weekend for one full on day of get up of your feet through the decades of dance music.
Becoming one of the UK’s essential live music concert series which showcases four decades from some of the world’s most legendary soul & disco singers and preformarers of all time. Whether you are taking a stroll down memory lane, or experiencing the essence of soul music for the first time, Soulatiasa is the best place to enjoy great music surrounded in a field with likeminded people!
This year’s line-up features Gabrielle, Kenny Thomas, The Real Thing, Heatwave, Uncle Funk’s Disco Inferno, DJ Darren Bull and more.
Tickets & More Info www.soultasia.co.uk
Cultivate Festival: Fall Edition
23 – 23 Sept
Cultivate Festival is back, and it’s bigger than ever! This two-day electronic dance music festival will take place on the beautiful shores of Aberdeen beach, featuring over 25 DJs and 5000 festival-goers.
The festival lineup includes some of the biggest names in electronic music, including 2nd Face, All Good, All Night Passion, BCB Collective, Ben Hemsley, Bohemia, Calowae, Christian Rogers, Creeds, D.O.D, DJ Big Socks, Dannsa, Dems, Emjanero, FAITH, Femme Fatale, Floor Above, GHSTGHSTGHST, Girls Don’t Sync, Household, Ignite, Juicy Romance, KIMMIC, Kintra, Limbo, MCR-T, Mccart, Oakley Carter, Rare Collective, Reyka, Room2welve, Sara Landry, Shade Cartel, Stand B-Side, Szentek, TLF, Tais-Toi, VXYX, Van Damn, Voyage, and blk.
This is a strictly over 18s event, so make sure you bring your ID. There is no camping on site, and parking is limited, so it is recommended that you plan your travel accordingly.
Cultivate Festival is a great way to celebrate the Scottish bank holiday weekend. With its amazing lineup, stunning location, and friendly atmosphere, it is sure to be a weekend to remember.
Tickets & More Info www.cultivatefest.co.uk
HowTheLightGetsIn
23 – 23 Sept
This weekend, Hampstead Heath in London will host the unique HowTheLightGetsIn festival, featuring over 100 events across 9 stages. While music is the main attraction, the festival also offers 70 debates, making it a great alternative to hedonistic music festivals.
This year’s theme is “Dangers, Desires, and Destiny,” and the festival will explore what the future holds for us. Attendees can enjoy solo talks, hat sessions, and debates, as well as music, cabaret, and comedy. There will also be plenty of street food and artisan drink stalls.
HowTheLightGetsIn is a great way to end your summer outdoor events with family and friends. It’s a non-stop weekend of fun and a magical festival experience.
Tickets & More Info www.howthelightgetsin.org
