Ibiza Events May 2026 — Amnesia Turns 50, Residencies Launch & the Medieval Fair

May is when Ibiza’s engine goes from idle to full throttle. The opening parties are done — now the weekly residencies lock in, and suddenly every single night of the week has a world-class option. This is the month when Amnesia celebrates its 50th anniversary with one of the most stacked lineups in its history, when Calvin Harris, Solomun, Black Coffee, Marco Carola, Glitterbox, and Defected all launch their summer-long series, and when Ibiza’s UNESCO-listed old town transforms into a medieval market for four days of free cultural magic. 🏰🎶

This guide is updated regularly as new events are announced. Last updated: June 3, 2026. For the full Ibiza 2026 season, check our complete series: ← April (Opening Parties) | June (Full Power: Peggy Gou, PRIDE, Carl Cox, Guetta & more) →

May also hits the sweet spot for smart travellers: accommodation is still 20–40% cheaper than July/August, the weather is warm and sunny (20–25°C), queues are manageable, and the artists are fresh and fired up for the start of their seasons. If you can only visit Ibiza once in 2026, May is arguably the month that gives you the most for your money.

This guide covers every confirmed event, residency launch, and cultural highlight happening in Ibiza during May 2026 — with dates, venues, lineups, ticket prices, and the practical intel you need to plan it right. 🎟️

May 2026 Ibiza events at a glance

Every confirmed event and residency launch in Ibiza for May 2026, in date order. This is when the full weekly calendar takes shape. 🗓️

🏖️ O Beach Season Opening — May 1

O Beach is San Antonio’s premier daytime pool club — think Ushuaïa vibes at a more accessible price point with a 2,000 capacity. The season opener on May 1 kicks off a packed weekly calendar that includes KISSTORY (Tuesdays — classic R&B, garage, and old-school dance anthems), Joel Corry (Fridays — his biggest headline residency ever, 6 dates through summer), and themed daily events.

The pool setting is gorgeous, the music runs from early afternoon until sunset, and the crowd is up for a good time without the €100+ price tags of the Playa d’en Bossa superclubs. A great option for daytime energy before heading to an evening club. 🌅

🕯️ Cova Santa Opening — May 2

Cova Santa is unlike any other venue in Ibiza. Built around an actual ancient cave in the San José hills, the setting is part underground grotto, part open-air amphitheatre. Owned by the Amnesia group, it hosts boutique events that lean spiritual and musical — WooMooN (if it returns), AMÉMÉ’s One Tribe, and one-off showcases. The sound bouncing off cave walls creates an atmosphere that no purpose-built club can match.

The season opening on May 2 is traditionally a low-key affair — more candles and incense than lasers and pyro. If you want to experience the mystical side of Ibiza that existed long before the superclubs, start here.

🎧 Defected “Forever” at Chinois — Launches May 7

One of the biggest venue moves of 2026. Defected — the house music institution that ran at Eden for years — has relocated to the intimate Club Chinois in Marina Botafoch for a 23-week Thursday residency called “Forever.” The lineup reads like a house music hall of fame: Dennis Ferrer, Darius Syrossian, Low Steppa, Sam Divine, Simon Dunmore, and dozens more across the season.

The move from 5,000-capacity Eden to 1,000-capacity Chinois is a deliberate choice — Defected founder Simon Dunmore wanted a more intimate, music-focused environment. The trade-off is that these nights will sell out faster. Buy tickets early. The 360° projection wall at Chinois adds a visual dimension that Eden didn’t have, and the sound system in the smaller room is genuinely exceptional.

🎭 Lío Ibiza Opening — May 7–9

Lío is Pacha Group’s cabaret-restaurant-club in Talamanca — think dinner, live performance art, and dancing until dawn all in one venue. The 2026 season introduces the “Halftime Show” concept, blending Cirque du Soleil-style entertainment with DJ sets and a Mediterranean dinner menu. Three opening nights run May 7–9. Smart dress required — this is Ibiza’s most glamorous night out. Entry from ~€40–€50 (food packages available).

🏰 Feria Medieval de Ibiza — May 7–10 (FREE)

Not everything in Ibiza costs €80 and starts at midnight. The Feria Medieval de Ibiza is one of the island’s most beloved events — and it’s completely free. For four days, the UNESCO World Heritage old town of Dalt Vila transforms into a medieval market with 200+ craft stalls, ~100 actors and musicians, falconry demonstrations, belly dancers, jugglers, fire breathers, and food stalls serving Christian, Arab, and Sephardic cuisine reflecting Ibiza’s multicultural history.

The cobblestone streets, medieval walls, and panoramic views over the harbour create a setting that no festival stage designer could match. Museums and galleries in Dalt Vila offer free admission during the festival. The event draws 100,000–150,000+ visitors across four days, making it one of the biggest cultural events in the Balearic Islands. Time it right and you can spend your afternoon wandering the medieval market, watch a sword-fighting demonstration at sunset, then head to Amnesia’s 50th anniversary opening the same night. That’s a day only Ibiza can give you. ⚔️🎶

🎉 Amnesia 50th Anniversary Opening Party — May 9

The single biggest event of May — and arguably the most emotionally significant club night of the entire 2026 season. Amnesia turns 50. Half a century of the Terraza, the Club Room, the sunrise sets, the memories that gave the venue its name. The opening lineup is a statement: Amelie Lens, 999999999, Seth Troxler, Joseph Capriati, Josh Baker, Max Dean, Luke Dean, Fleur Shore, Alan Fitzpatrick, Fatima Hajji, Marco Faraone, Enzo Siragusa — and more across both rooms.

Amnesia’s Terraza and Club Room together hold 5,000 people, and this night will sell out. The Terraza — the famous open-air room where the Balearic Beat was born in the 1980s — is where most veterans will want to be. The Club Room is the sweatbox for harder, darker sounds. The whole building pulses as one organism.

Drink prices here are fairly standard for Ibiza superclubs: beer around €15, water ~€12, spirits ~€22. The venue is on the main road between Ibiza Town and San Antonio (Km 5), with taxi access from both directions. But here’s the real tip: Amnesia and [UNVRS] are literally next door to each other on the same road in San Rafael — so if you want to warm up at one and finish at the other, the walk is about 5 minutes. 🏛️

📅 Every Residency Launching in May

May is the month the weekly machine switches on. Here’s every major residency that fires up — these run weekly through the summer and into October:

That’s 18 weekly residencies launching in May alone — and June adds David Guetta, Swedish House Mafia, Carl Cox, FISHER, elrow, Jamie Jones, and more. For the full June breakdown, check our Ibiza Events June 2026 guide.

🎵 Groove Odyssey Ibiza — May 14–17

A self-contained soulful house festival that takes over the Palm Star Hotel in San Antonio for four days. Unlike most Ibiza events, this is all-inclusive — your ticket covers accommodation, unlimited drinks, pool parties, and all events. The lineup is old-school quality: Dave Lee, DJ Spen, Jimpster, CJ Mackintosh, and more.

Groove Odyssey caters to a slightly older crowd (30s–40s) who grew up on garage, soulful house, and proper DJing. If you’re not into the superclub arms race and just want four days of great house music with an included open bar, this is one of the best value propositions on the island.

🌊 Ibiza PlayAbout — May 20–26

Now in its 4th edition, Ibiza PlayAbout is a 7-day multi-venue house music package based at Ibiza Jet Apartments. One wristband gets you into events at Ushuaïa, Hï Ibiza, Eden, and Ibiza Rocks across the week. It’s designed for groups of friends who want a structured week of Ibiza clubbing without the hassle of booking each event individually. Accommodation at the Jet Apartments is included in the package.

⚡ Calvin Harris at Ushuaïa — Fridays from May 29

The biggest residency in Ibiza — period. Calvin Harris returns to Ushuaïa for an unprecedented double residency in 2026: every Friday from May 29 to October 2, plus Tuesdays from July 7 to August 25. That’s roughly 25+ shows across the season. Tickets start from around €110 and often sell out weeks in advance for peak dates.

The Ushuaïa daytime format (5pm–11pm) means you’re partying in full sunlight with a pool, massive stage production, and 5,000–7,000 people. Love him or debate him, there’s no denying the scale — Calvin Harris at Ushuaïa is the most commercially successful residency in Ibiza history. The Friday May 29 launch is the first chance to experience it in 2026.

🌙 Solomun +1 at Pacha — Sundays from May 31

Entering its 13th consecutive year, Solomun +1 is one of Ibiza’s most iconic residencies. The concept is elegant: Solomun plays an extended set every Sunday at Pacha, then invites one special guest (+1) to join for the second half of the night. Past +1 guests have included Dixon, Âme, DJ Tennis, and Black Coffee. The identity of the guest is often a surprise until the night itself.

What makes Solomun +1 special is consistency — 13 years of the same artist refining the same concept in the same room. Solomun’s deep, hypnotic sets in Pacha’s main room are widely regarded as some of the best club experiences in the world. Tickets from ~€40–€60.

📊 The Weekly Residency Grid (by end of May)

By the last week of May, this is what a typical week looks like in Ibiza. Every night, multiple world-class options across competing venues:

Note: [UNVRS] and Eden residencies are still ramping up in May — the full seven-nights-a-week [UNVRS] programme (David Guetta, Carl Cox, FISHER, elrow, Jamie Jones, Anyma) kicks into gear in June. See our June guide for the complete grid.

🛏️ Where to Stay in Ibiza in May

May is the smart traveller’s month. Prices are significantly lower than peak summer, the weather is excellent, and you get the energy of residency launches without the chaos of August. Here’s how to base yourself:

Cisne by Nest – Sant Antoni Ibiza

If you’re focused on Sant Antoni (🍹 Es Paradis, Eden, Pikes, O Beach, sunset strip in Café del Mar and Café Mambo ☀️)

Cisne by Nest in Sant Antoni Ibiza puts you in the heart of the action. Es Paradis and Eden are literally walking distance, the sunset strip at Café del Mar and Café Mambo is a 10-minute stroll, and the Ibiza Rocks hotel is around the corner.

Flamingo by Nest – Es Canar Ibiza

If you want a quieter base with 🏖️ beach access and pool 🏊

Flamingo by Nest in Es Canar Ibiza (Santa Eulalia del Río) is on the quieter east coast — just 300m from the beach, with a pool, private rooms with AC, and a chill vibe that gives you space to recover between nights out. Es Canar has excellent restaurants and a Wednesday hippy market at nearby Las Dalias. The Akasha Ibiza Club (year-round programming) is right next to Las Dalias. From Es Canar, it’s 15–20 minutes by car/bus to Ibiza Town and the Playa d’en Bossa clubs. 🏖️

From Es Canar, Ibiza Town and the Medieval Fair at Dalt Vila are 15–20 minutes by bus. A perfect base if you want to balance culture and clubbing. 🏖️

💡 Practical Tips for May in Ibiza

Amnesia 50th tickets: Buy now. This will sell out. Advance tickets from ~€50 vs. €60–€70 at the door (if they’re even available).

Medieval Fair tip: Go on Thursday May 7 (opening day) or Sunday May 10 for slightly smaller crowds. Late afternoon is the magic hour — golden light on the medieval walls, performers warming up, food stalls firing.

Budget strategy: Mix affordable nights (Defected at Chinois ~€30, Es Paradis ~€20, Eden ~€20) with one or two splurge events (Amnesia 50th, Calvin Harris). You don’t need to spend €100+ every night to have an incredible Ibiza week.

Weather: May averages 20–25°C with long sunny days. Perfect for combining daytime beach/culture with nighttime clubbing. Bring sunscreen for Ushuaïa daytime events.

Transport reminder: Amnesia and [UNVRS] both offer free shuttles from San Antonio and Playa d’en Bossa. The Discobus runs until 6:30am. Book taxis before 2am to avoid surge pricing (€20–€35 per ride after 2am). 🚌

Frequently Asked Questions ❓

This guide is updated regularly as new events are announced. Last updated: June 3, 2026. For the full Ibiza 2026 season, check our complete series: ← April (Opening Parties) | June (Full Power: Peggy Gou, PRIDE, Carl Cox, Guetta & more) →

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