Sónar

FAQs - What's new in 2026?We'll be using this page to keep you updated on our plans for Sónar 2026. If you can't see the answer you're looking for yet, don't worry, we'll be adding more information as soon as we're able to share it.

What will happen to Sónar by Day from 2026 onwards?

Sónar by Day and Sónar by Night are uniting to offer an upgraded experience: Sónar. One venue, one event, one ticket. Find out more here.

What will happen with Sónar+D in 2026?

The majority of the Sónar+D programme will remain in the city centre, with a new venue at Llotja de Mar (next to the Barceloneta). The same four elements – Talks, Community, Exhibition, Performance – will all be present throughout the two-day multidisciplinary programme on Thursday 18th and Friday 19th June. The schedule will also echo recent years, running throughout the day, from 10am to 8pm, meaning that you’ll be able to attend both Sónar+D and Sónar at Fira Gran Via. And in addition, we’re bringing part of Sónar+D to Fira Gran Via for the very first time, with interactive installations and digital art exhibits designed to improve the festival experience for the general public.

Is the lineup for Sónar 2026 complete?

Not yet! So far we’ve announced the first 31 names for Sónar 2026. In a few weeks' time we’ll announce the rest of the lineup, which will feature over 100 DJ sets, shows, performances, and other activities.

What time will Sónar open and close?

On Thursday 18 June Sónar will run from 17:00 until 03:00 the following morning. On Friday 19 and Saturday 20 June, we’ll also open doors at 17:00, but the music goes on until 07:00 the following morning.

How many stages will there be?

Sónar will feature six stages: three indoor and three outdoor.
On Thursday, there’ll be a full programme for SonarVillage by Estrella Damm, SonarHall, SonarPark and SonarCar. On Friday and Saturday, SonarClub and SonarLab will also be open.

Will all stages be open from start to finish?

Certain stages will open from the start (17:00 each day) and others will open later during the evening. Some stages will be open until the festival closes each (03:00 on Thursday, 07:00 on Friday and Saturday), while others will close a little earlier. We’ll reveal the exact timetables for each stage soon.

Will you be using new areas of Fira Gran Via?

Yes. SonarClub, SonarLab and SonarCar will be in the same spaces as always, and SonarVillage by Estrella Damm will take over the area previously occupied by SonarPub. In addition, we’ll also be using new areas within Fira Gran Via. SonarPark will be moved outdoors, with an entirely redesigned, expanded and improved staging; and we’ll also have a brand-new SonarHall with improved staging, allowing for more live shows and DJ sets in each session.

Is the festival indoors or outdoors?

Both! At Fira Gran Via we’ll have three indoor stages (SonarClub, SonarHall, and SonarCar) and three outdoor stages (SonarVillage by Estrella Damm, SonarLab SonarPark).

How long will it take me to move between stages?

There’s no longer any difference between Sónar by Day and Sónar by Night, so you’ll be able to easily move between SonarHall to SonarClub and then from SonarClub to SonarVillage in just a few minutes. With one single ticket you can experience the full line-up for each session, from the afternoon through to the night.

I’ve already bought a SonarPass. What does it include?

You’ll be able to attend all three sessions of Sónar (Thursday, Friday, and Saturday) at Fira Gran Via.

I’ve already bought a SonarPass+D. What does it include?

Everything! You’ll be able to attend all three sessions of Sónar (Thursday, Friday, and Saturday) in Fira Gran Via – which will include elements of Sónar+D, open to the general public - as well as the standalone Sónar+D daytime programme at Llotja de Mar on Thursday and Friday.

I usually only come to Sónar by Day. What ticket should I buy for Sónar 2026?

If you’d like to attend all three days of Sónar (Thursday, Friday, and Saturday) at Fira Gran Via, you should purchase a SonarPass (or a SonarPass+D, if you’d also like to attend all of the Sónar+D programme).

If you’d like to come for just one day, you’ll be able to purchase Day Tickets for either Thursday, Friday or Saturday. These tickets will go on sale very soon. A Day Ticket for Thursday lets you access Fira Gran Via between 17:00 and 03:00, while Day Tickets for Friday or Saturday mean you can the festival between 17:00 and 07:00 the following morning.

I usually only come to Sónar by Night. What ticket should I buy for Sónar 2026?

If you’d like to attend the Friday and Saturday sessions of Sónar 2026, you’ll be able to purchase a Weekend Ticket (these will go on sale very soon). This year, we’ll open the doors to Fira Gran Via at 17:00 instead of 08:30, so you’ll be able to enjoy more hours of music with one single ticket. If you’d also like to join us on Thursday (from 17:00 to 03:00 the following morning), grab a SonarPass, which gives you access to all three days of Sónar 2026.

And if you usually only do a single night of Sónar, you’ll be able to purchase a Day Ticket for Friday or Saturday, which will go on sale very soon. These tickets give you access to either Friday or Saturday at Fira Gran Via, from 17:00 to 07:00 the following morning.

Will you be releasing Day Tickets for Sónar 2026?

Yes, we have Day Tickets on sale for Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and we've also published the lineup split.

Will it be possible to purchase tickets only for Sónar+D?

Yes. As well as the SonarPass+D – which also gives you access to all of Sónar at Fira Gran Via -, this year we’ll be releasing individual day passes and a two-day pass for the Sónar+D programme at Llotja de Mar. We’ll be providing more information soon, but these will be affordably priced, so you can mix and match with your Sónar ticket, or just come and get a taste of Sónar+D.

How will I be able to get to and from Fira Gran Via, especially on Thursday?

We'll be running shuttle buses and organising transport options to get to and from Fira Gran Via from central Barcelona. More information will be provided soon.

I’d like to attend both Sónar+D and Sónar. How can I get from Llotja de Mar to Fira Gran Via?

There are multiple public transport options that can take you from Llotja de Mar to Fira Gran Via, but we’re also currently looking into additional services. More info coming soon.

Will I be able to leave the venue and re-enter afterwards?

You'll be allowed to leave the venue and re-enter once per day, provided that you leave before 11pm. If you leave for a second time or leave the venue after 11pm, you won't be allowed to re-enter.

Will I be able to bring food into the venue?

Yes. When you enter the venue, you’ll be allowed to bring one half-litre bottle of water (without a cap), and one item of food (e.g. a sandwich). As always, there’ll be a range of gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan options available at our food court.

IMPORTANT: You will not be allowed to bring alcohol or any metal or glass containers into the venue.

Will you be making improvements to the facilities - bathrooms, water fountains, rest areas - or improving services for people with disabilities?

Yes. We're aware that these three points are very important to our audience. We’re currently working on these and other improvements designed to make your experience at Sónar better than ever before. More information coming soon.

Can minors attend Sónar 2026?

Admission to Sónar is restricted to persons aged 18 and over. Minors are not allowed to attend under any circumstances.

Please note that it 2026, Sónar Kids, our event for families with young children, will return. More details on activities, timetable and location will be announced soon.

Will Sónar+D be present at Fira Gran Via?

Yes, for the first time Sónar+D will also appear at Fira Gran Via, with a series of specially curated digital art experiences.

There’ll be no additional costs for any of these activities. In short, with any Sónar ticket you’ll be able to experience all the activities taking place at Fira Gran Via that day, including any installations or exhibitions.

However, if you’d like to attend any of the Sónar+D activities at Llotja de Mar, you’ll need to purchase a SonarPass+D (on sale now), or a two-day pass or a individual day ticket for Sónar+D.