Madrid is preparing for one of its most ambitious festival takeovers of the year. elrow Town is set to become a massive experience on May 1, when over 35,000 attendees will gather at the Recinto Ferial de TorrejĂłn de Ardoz for a 12-hour dance marathon. A star-studded roster featuring Paco Osuna, Luciano, and Joris Voorn leads a lineup of over 50 artists.
This year’s edition stands out for its exclusivity. It will be the only elrow Town event in Spain in 2026, raising the stakes in terms of scale and production. The festival effectively constructs a temporary city within the capital, where music, art, and audience interaction blend into a fully immersive environment. Attendees can expect a format that moves beyond a standard festival lineup into something closer to a living, breathing experience.
The programming reflects both ambition and the refined tastes of the European electronic music community. With artists such as Fatima Hajji, Adrián Mills, Adam Ten, Mita Gami, Nic Fanciulli, and Butch, the festival spans more than 15 genres. This diverse approach ensures that the event caters to a wide spectrum of dance music fans, providing a dedicated space for every sub-genre to flourish.
Themed Environments and Immersive Stages
Stage design remains a central pillar of the elrow Town experience. This year, eight distinct themed environments will reshape the venue into parallel worlds, each with its own unique narrative. Among the highlights is La Avenida Desperados, named after the popular tequila-infused beer brand. This area leans into a street-inspired atmosphere, offering a raw, club-focused energy that contrasts with the larger main stages.
Artists like Loopita, Baum, and Dhermida are slated to take over this space, delivering sets that lean toward underground sounds. It is designed to be an intimate, immediate experience for those looking to dig deeper into the lineup.
As the sun sets on the festival grounds, the energy will shift to the official after-party at the iconic Fabrik Madrid, ensuring the celebration continues well into the night. For one day, Madrid transforms into a city within a city—a place built for chaos, color, and constant movement that promises to be an unforgettable highlight of the 2026 festival season.
Get your tickets for elrow Town 2026 here.