{"id":22839,"date":"2026-03-24T16:06:12","date_gmt":"2026-03-24T16:06:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nestshostels.com\/?p=22839"},"modified":"2026-04-02T15:33:15","modified_gmt":"2026-04-02T14:33:15","slug":"ibiza-events-may-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nestshostels.com\/en\/ibiza-events-may-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Ibiza Events May 2026 \u2014 Amnesia Turns 50, Residencies Launch & the Medieval Fair"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

May is when Ibiza’s engine goes from idle to full throttle. The opening parties are done \u2014 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<\/strong> with one of the most stacked lineups in its history, when Calvin Harris, Solomun, Black Coffee, Marco Carola, Glitterbox, and Defected<\/strong> 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. \ud83c\udff0\ud83c\udfb6<\/p>\n\n\n\n

May also hits the sweet spot for smart travellers: accommodation is still 20\u201340% cheaper<\/strong> than July\/August, the weather is warm and sunny (20\u201325\u00b0C), 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This guide covers every confirmed event, residency launch, and cultural highlight happening in Ibiza during May 2026 \u2014 with dates, venues, lineups, ticket prices, and the practical intel you need to plan it right. \ud83c\udf9f\ufe0f<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Ibiza Events May 2026<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

May 2026 Ibiza events at a glance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Every confirmed event and residency launch in Ibiza for May 2026, in date order. This is when the full weekly calendar takes shape. \ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Date<\/strong><\/th>Event<\/strong><\/th>Why It’s Worth It<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
\ud83c\udfd6\ufe0f May 1<\/a><\/strong><\/td>O Beach Season Opening<\/td>San Antonio’s premier daytime pool club launches. Weekly themed days all summer.<\/td><\/tr>
\ud83d\udd6f\ufe0f May 2<\/a><\/strong><\/td>Cova Santa Opening<\/td>Ancient cave venue in the San Jos\u00e9 hills. Mystical setting, underground sound.<\/td><\/tr>
\ud83c\udfa7 May 7<\/a><\/strong><\/td>Defected “Forever” at Chinois<\/td>Major venue move \u2014 Defected’s new 23-week Thursday residency at the intimate Chinois. House music royalty.<\/td><\/tr>
\ud83c\udfad May 7\u20139<\/a><\/strong><\/td>L\u00edo Ibiza Opening (3 nights)<\/td>Pacha Group’s cabaret-restaurant-club with new “Halftime Show” concept. Smart dress required.<\/td><\/tr>
\ud83c\udff0 May 7\u201310<\/a><\/strong><\/td>Feria Medieval de Ibiza<\/td>FREE. Dalt Vila transforms into a medieval market: 200+ stalls, 100 actors, falconry, fire shows. 100,000+ visitors.<\/td><\/tr>
\ud83c\udf89 May 9<\/a><\/strong><\/td>Amnesia 50th Anniversary Opening<\/td>THE event of May. Amelie Lens, Seth Troxler, Joseph Capriati, Alan Fitzpatrick + 10 more across two rooms.<\/td><\/tr>
\ud83d\udcc5 May 11<\/a><\/strong><\/td>Sonny Fodera launches at Pacha (Mon)<\/td>Monday night house residency at Pacha \u2014 accessible vibe, strong bookings.<\/td><\/tr>
\ud83c\udfb5 May 14\u201317<\/a><\/strong><\/td>Groove Odyssey Ibiza<\/td>All-inclusive soulful house festival at Palm Star Hotel. Accommodation + unlimited drinks included.<\/td><\/tr>
\ud83d\udcc5 May 15<\/a><\/strong><\/td>Marco Carola: Music On at Pacha (Fri)<\/td>One of Ibiza’s longest-running techno residencies returns for another Friday season.<\/td><\/tr>
\ud83d\udcc5 May 15<\/a><\/strong><\/td>Glitterbox at Amnesia (Fri)<\/td>Major move from H\u00ef to Amnesia \u2014 22 Fridays of disco and house. The Terraza was made for this.<\/td><\/tr>
\ud83d\udcc5 May 16<\/a><\/strong><\/td>Robin Schulz at Pacha (Sat)<\/td>Mainstream house\/EDM residency \u2014 Pacha on Saturdays.<\/td><\/tr>
\ud83c\udf0a May 20\u201326<\/a><\/strong><\/td>Ibiza PlayAbout (4th edition)<\/td>7-day house music package with events at Ushua\u00efa, H\u00ef, Eden, and Ibiza Rocks. Multi-venue wristband.<\/td><\/tr>
\ud83d\udcc5 May 26<\/a><\/strong><\/td>GALACTICA \u00d7 Cocoric\u00f2 at Eden (Tue)<\/td>New hard techno residency \u2014 Italian Cocoric\u00f2 meets Ibiza. Tuesdays at Eden.<\/td><\/tr>
\u26a1 May 29<\/a><\/strong><\/td>Calvin Harris at Ushua\u00efa (first Friday)<\/td>The biggest residency in Ibiza. Fridays May 29\u2013Oct 2 PLUS Tuesdays from July. Tickets from \u20ac110.<\/td><\/tr>
\ud83c\udf19 May 31<\/a><\/strong><\/td>Solomun +1 at Pacha (first Sunday)<\/td>13th consecutive year. The Bosnian maestro plus one surprise guest every week. A Pacha institution.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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\ud83c\udfd6\ufe0f O Beach Season Opening \u2014 May 1<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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O Beach is San Antonio’s premier daytime pool club \u2014 think Ushua\u00efa 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<\/strong> (Tuesdays \u2014 classic R&B, garage, and old-school dance anthems), Joel Corry<\/strong> (Fridays \u2014 his biggest headline residency ever, 6 dates through summer), and themed daily events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The pool setting is gorgeous, the music runs from early afternoon until sunset, and the crowd is up for a good time without the \u20ac100+ price tags of the Playa d’en Bossa superclubs. A great option for daytime energy before heading to an evening club. \ud83c\udf05<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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O Beach Season Opening 2026: Dates, Lineup & What to Expect<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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\ud83d\udcc5 When:<\/strong> Friday, May 1, 2026 (then daily through Oct 11)<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udccd Where:<\/strong> O Beach, San Antonio<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udfb5 Type:<\/strong> Daytime Pool Club \/ House \/ Pop \/ R&B<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udf9f\ufe0f Tickets:<\/strong> From ~\u20ac30 | obeachibiza.com<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udcf8 Instagram:<\/strong> @obeachibiza<\/a><\/p>\n

\ud83d\udccc Status:<\/strong> \u2705 Confirmed<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> Walking distance from Cisne by Nest<\/a> in San Antonio. Pre-book a bed to guarantee poolside spots on busy days.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83d\udd6f\ufe0f Cova Santa Opening \u2014 May 2<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Cova Santa Opening \u2014 May 2<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cova Santa is unlike any other venue in Ibiza. Built around an actual ancient cave<\/strong> in the San Jos\u00e9 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 \u2014 WooMooN (if it returns), AM\u00c9M\u00c9’s One Tribe, and one-off showcases. The sound bouncing off cave walls creates an atmosphere that no purpose-built club can match.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The season opening on May 2 is traditionally a low-key affair \u2014 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Ibiza Opening Parties 2026: O Beach Season Opening Guide<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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\ud83d\udcc5 When:<\/strong> Saturday, May 2, 2026<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udccd Where:<\/strong> Cova Santa, San Jos\u00e9 hills<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udfb5 Type:<\/strong> Electronic \/ Organic House \/ Eclectic<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udf9f\ufe0f Tickets:<\/strong> \u20ac25\u2013\u20ac60 | covasanta.com<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udccc Status:<\/strong> \u2705 Confirmed<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/strong> No public transport \u2014 you’ll need a taxi (~\u20ac25 from San Antonio, ~\u20ac20 from Ibiza Town). Share with your crew. Worth every cent for the setting.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83c\udfa7 Defected “Forever” at Chinois \u2014 Launches May 7<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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One of the biggest venue moves of 2026. Defected \u2014 the house music institution that ran at Eden for years \u2014 has relocated to the intimate Club Chinois<\/strong> in Marina Botafoch for a 23-week Thursday residency<\/strong> called “Forever.” The lineup reads like a house music hall of fame: Dennis Ferrer, Darius Syrossian, Low Steppa, Sam Divine, Simon Dunmore<\/strong>, and dozens more across the season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The move from 5,000-capacity Eden to 1,000-capacity Chinois is a deliberate choice \u2014 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\u00b0 projection wall at Chinois adds a visual dimension that Eden didn’t have, and the sound system in the smaller room is genuinely exceptional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83d\udcc5 When:<\/strong> Thursday, May 7, 2026 (then every Thursday through Oct 8)<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udccd Where:<\/strong> Club Chinois, Marina Botafoch, Ibiza Town<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udfb5 Type:<\/strong> House Music<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udfa4 Season lineup includes:<\/strong> Dennis Ferrer, Darius Syrossian, Low Steppa, Sam Divine, Simon Dunmore + many more<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udf9f\ufe0f Tickets:<\/strong> From ~\u20ac25\u2013\u20ac40 | ticketsibiza.com<\/a><\/p>\n

\ud83d\udcf8 Instagram:<\/strong> @defectedrecords<\/a><\/p>\n

\ud83d\udccc Status:<\/strong> \u2705 Confirmed \u2014 HIGH<\/p>\n

\u26a0\ufe0f Dress code:<\/strong> Men must wear full-length trousers. No shorts, sportswear, or open shoes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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