Sónar Istanbul (Istanbul, Turkey) 2026

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Sónar Istanbul 2026 marks a landmark moment for the festival and for Turkey’s electronic music scene — the 10th anniversary edition of one of the world’s most forward-thinking festivals, returning to Zorlu Performing Arts Centre on April 10th and 11th, 2026.

Born from the vision of Barcelona’s iconic Sónar festival, the Istanbul edition has grown into a fully independent event with its own identity — blending advanced music, digital culture, and art in a city that sits at the crossroads of East and West. The 10th anniversary lineup reflects the ambition of the occasion, led by the forward-thinking techno of Eric Prydz and the relentless drive of Charlotte de Witte, two artists who represent the highest level of electronic music production and performance.

Alongside these headliners, the 2026 edition features an equally compelling supporting program: Apparat, Polo & Pan, Stef Mendesidis (live), Gerd Janson, Novi_sad, Cora Novoa, LOVEFOXY, and a special b2b closing from CEM and SALOME. The event is presented in partnership with %100 Müzik.

Sónar Istanbul 2026 takes place across two days with doors opening at 5:00 PM, giving attendees immersive evenings of music, visual art, and electronic culture. For Istanbul and the wider Turkish electronic scene, this anniversary edition arrives as both a celebration and a statement — proof that the city has firmly earned its place on the global festival map.