Whilst best known for its thriving techno and house scene, you are never short of an electrifying trance party here on Ibiza. This summer is no exception.
With some heavyweight names settling into residencies as well as some exciting one-off events, Ibiza has plenty of trance parties to choose from.
Ibiza Trance Event will be on hand in September to round up trance fans for one big celebration over five days including Captured Festival and more. Expect renowned music mixologists and sensational parties.
Trance lovers, we've got you covered. Here is our guide to the hottest trance parties on offer this season.
Armin Van Buuren and Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano | Wednesdays | HÏ Ibiza
Often crowned the king of trance, the Dutch DJ is back for another year of uplifting trance at modern superclub Hï Ibiza. Together with Sunnery James and Ryan Marciano, Wednesday nights belong to Armin van Buuren.
As you can imagine the state-of-the-art club offers immense production which elevates this party into a realm of its own: trance heaven.
We have seen some top DJs at this party so far including Roger Sanchez, Kirsten Knight and Markus Schulz with the likes of Ben Nicky, Vini Vici and Estiva to follow.
Every Wednesday until 11 September, enjoy euphoric trance beats, a kaleidoscope of laser beams and some big industry names all under one roof.
SHINE | Thursdays | Eden
Now in its second year here on Ibiza, SHINE has already a reputation for being San Antonio's trance mecca at Eden.
Party host Paul Van Dyk has arrived armed and ready with his squad of fellow trance pioneers to ensure that not one raver leaves without being completely transfixed.
Fusing the sounds of old-school trance with some of the freshest sounds in the scene today, this party is a must for any trance lovers on the island.
Expect to hear the likes of Ben Nicky, Aly & Fila, John O'Callaghan and more under the smoke machines and laser beams every Thursday until 19 September.
Captured Festival | Friday 6 and Saturday 7 September | Benimussa Park
Benimussa Park is ready to be submerged in the sonic sounds of trance for another year with the return of Captured Festival.
As Ibiza's only open-air trance festival, the reimagined zoo becomes a hub for trance fans to unite and dance to the uplifting progressive beats.
Across the three stages and two days, the decks will be subject to the sounds of Giuseppe Ottaviani, Dim3nsion, Orkidea, Solarstone, The Thrillseekers, Will Atkinson and more.
The cherry on the cake, Ferry Corsten will be making a much-anticipated headline appearance at this trance-fest after a three-year absence from the island on Saturday 7 September. Trutst us - you do not want to miss this festival.
Laserface | sunday 9 September | Amnesia
The legendary Gareth Emery brings his trance extravaganza Laserface to Amnesia for its European debut. For the hardcore trance-heads, this is massive. What better location than Amnesia's Terrace - warehouse vibes all round.
Sander Van Doorn will be joining this trance soirée with Emery as well as Standerwick, Sam Mitcham, Nick The Kid and a special guest still to be confirmed.
Laserface promises a spectacle of light above the dance floor with an immense display of lasers synced perfectly to the music.
Get ready to be blown away by this multisensory ordeal on Sunday 8 September and revel in the joys of pure trance.
Whether you are a passionate trance-head or sampling the genre for the first time, everyone should enjoy a proper trance party.
Keep up to date with our party calendar to get more information on dates, line-ups and tickets.
For a taster of the type of tracks being spun at SHINE why not have a listen to our Spotify playlist and get the party started early.
