It's no secret that Tulum has become a global hotspot for dance music culture.
With its international appeal and diverse venues ranging from beach clubs to jungle parties, Tulum offers an endless mix of electronic music experiences from sunrise to sunset. The city attracts tens of thousands of international attendees with its peak-season festivals, including Zamna and Day Zero.
However, Tulum's local and underground dance music scene is just as vibrant and exciting. Let's dive into the world of Tulum's dance music culture by exploring eight party brands that are driving the scene and shaping its landscape.
Sinner
When: Every Tuesday
Genders: Melodic techno, house
Where: vagalume
Curated by: Miganova, vite
Sinner is curated by MIGANOVA and Antonio Vite and takes place every Tuesday at the iconic Vagalume. One of Tulum's most impressive beach clubs, Vagalume is the perfect setting for Sinners, which is packed with top-notch house and melodic techno.
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mystical experiences
When: every other wednesday
Genders: Techno, Melodic Techno
Where: Missing in action, leemba
Curated by: Oriol Calvo
Curated by Oriol Calvo, Mystical Experiences is one of Tulum's premier techno events, combining the intimate atmosphere of Mia and the natural beauty of Léemba Beach Club.
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Summerians
When: Every Thursday
Genders: Afro, tribal, organic house
Where: vagalume
Curated by: Kintar
Summerians, Kintar's international party and residence, successfully returned to Tulum for the third consecutive year in 2024. The brand has held events in Dubai, Ibiza, Bali, New York and more.
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Ten Ibiza
When: Each Friday
Genders: Home
Where: vagalume
Curated by: Oriol Calvo
Taking over Tulum during its peak winter season before returning to Ibiza in the summer, Ten is one of Tulum's most exciting resident events, headlined by Oriol Calvo.
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Ancestral Soul
When: Every Sunday
Genders: afro house
Where: Bonbonierre, Vagalume
Curated by: queen rami & Leo Figuer
Held in Bonbonierre and Vagalume, Ancestral Soul is one of the region's best-curated events, powered by the world-class expertise of Queen Rami and Leo Figuer.
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Chronicles
When: 2-3 times a year
Genders: Melodic techno, progressive house
Where: Tulum
Curated by: 420 crew
An immersive festival experience not to be missed, Chronicles is hosted by 420 Crew just a handful of times a year, offering an authentic jungle rave experience.
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WHY NOT?
When: Twice a year
Genders: Afro/Tribal/Organic House
Where: Buuts' Ha' Cenote Club
Curated by: WHY NOT? & DPM
Taking place at Buuts' Ha', the only cenote club in the world, WHY NOT? welcomes more than 1,000 attendees at each edition. Presented in conjunction with DPM, one of Tulum's leading party brands, the festival is gearing up for its second edition this year on March 30.
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dominik
When: 1-2 times a month
Genders: Indie dance, deep house
Where: Many places
Curated by: giorgio stefano
A leading figure within Tulum's local dance music scene, Giorgio Stefano's Dominik takes over all kinds of venues during Tulum's peak season, throwing bi-weekly parties that you shouldn't miss.
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