EXIT, one of many world’s main music festivals, is coming into a brand new chapter in its historical past. After saying that it’s going to not be held subsequent yr on the Petrovaradin Fortress, on account of political stress from the Serbian authorities over its help for scholar protests, EXIT is embarking on a world tour that can deliver its signature competition vitality to thrilling places throughout the globe: from the Mediterranean coasts of Malta and Croatia to the magical Nice Pyramids of Giza and the unique landscapes of India.
The announcement of the primary locations happened 50 meters above Amsterdam, at EXIT’s conventional celebration in the course of the Amsterdam Dance Occasion, held on the spectacular Crane Faralda.
After 25 years on the Petrovaradin Fortress, EXIT is now spreading its wings to the world. We intention to unite continents by our festivals and carry the spirit of freedom wherever we go. For us, music has at all times been greater than leisure – it’s a strong power that brings individuals collectively and builds bridges between nations and cultures. Our mission is to awaken new generations to consider that a greater world is feasible, and that all of it begins with every one in all us.
-Dušan Kovačević, EXIT CEO & Founder
The primary cease of EXIT’s tour might be Croatia, the place the Sea Star Competition will happen within the Adriatic gem of the Stella Maris lagoon in Umag, Istria. Over time, this competition has hosted main international acts like The Prodigy, Wu-Tang Clan, Paul Kalkbrenner, Fatboy Slim, Amelie Lens, and Nina Kraviz, with the subsequent version introduced because the strongest one but.
June kicks off with a competition in Macedonia, whereas August brings a competition journey throughout a number of gorgeous places in Malta, in collaboration with G7 Occasions, one of many island’s main native promoters.
In October, the EXIT crew heads to Egypt, the place up to date rhythms will meet the timeless legacy of the Nice Pyramids of Giza. EXIT’s companion on this challenge is Enterprise Way of life, Egypt’s main occasion promoter, recognized for organising performances by international icons equivalent to Solomun, Peggy Gou, Carl Cox, Anyma, and plenty of others — in entrance of the pyramids and at different unique places throughout the nation.
November brings two metropolises: Mumbai & Belgrade, each referred to as cities that by no means sleep. It will mark the primary time EXIT organises an occasion in India, in Mumbai, a metropolis recognised because the nation’s enterprise centre, in addition to the capital of Bollywood and leisure.
For the viewers in Serbia, EXIT has ready one thing particular: the fan-favourite and underground digital music gatherings at No Sleep Competition, winner of the Finest New European Competition award, will evolve into one of many largest raves on the continent. Belgrade’s legendary celebration marathons have thus far hosted artists equivalent to Amelie Lens, Nina Kraviz, Indira Paganotto, Bicep, Lee Burridge, I Hate Fashions, Artbat, and plenty of extra.
Extra details about every vacation spot, in addition to the remainder of the EXIT International Tour 2026 program, might be introduced within the coming weeks.
