From 4 in the afternoon until well past midnight, the festival delivered its signature explosion of colors, inflatables, confetti, and wild theatrics, turning the Costa del Sol into a surreal playground where house and techno ruled.
The lineup read like a who’s who of global electronic music. Adam Beyer brought the weight of Drumcode with a hypnotic techno session that had the crowd in a trance, while Boris Brejcha, the masked maestro of high-tech minimal, injected his futuristic and melodic edge. Reinier Zonneveld offered one of the most anticipated sets of the night, performing live with pounding beats and modular synth wizardry that made the dancefloor erupt.
Luciano’s tribal grooves and Loco Dice’s rolling rhythms brought that unmistakable underground house flavor, reminding everyone why they’ve been cornerstones of the international scene for decades. Rising stars like Anfisa Letyago showcased her distinctive blend of melodic yet driving techno, while Chelina Manuhutu represented with her infectious tech house energy.
The diversity of sounds stretched across every corner of the venue. From the main stage to the Pink Cathedral hosted by Eden, and the wild Avenida Desperados, each area was a universe of its own. Miguel Bastida and Matroda kept things dark and heavy, while Dom Dolla and Odd Mob b2b Max Styler served irresistible basslines perfect for the Elrow madness. Spanish talents like Bastian Bux, Tini Gessler, and Oscar L reminded the audience that the Iberian Peninsula continues to be a breeding ground for cutting-edge club sounds.
The venue itself played a key role in shaping the experience. The Recinto Ferial de San Pedro Alcántara offered ample space for massive stage productions, immersive decorations, and surreal characters wandering through the crowd. Everywhere you looked, there were bursts of color, floating inflatables, and confetti storms, the kind of theatricality that has made Elrow one of the most recognizable brands in the world.
One of the most striking performances came from Fatima Hajji, who has become one of Spain’s most respected techno warriors. Her set was fierce and relentless, with galloping basslines and hypnotic synths that paid homage to her roots while showing the global reach of her sound. She commanded the decks with passion, and her connection with the Spanish crowd turned her performance into a collective celebration, as always.