Bigger isn’t always better; in fact, some things flourish most when kept small. Over the years, it’s this spirit that’s driven Dekmantel Selectors, returning for its anniversary edition on August 20-24, 2026. The festival unites the boundary-pushing sounds of the emerging and established artists we firmly believe in, a handful of stages, an intimate and curious crowd, and the breathtaking backdrop of Croatia’s coastline. Maintaining these essentials – nothing more, nothing less – makes the pieces fall into place.
This means that the Adriatic sun, water and secluded charm of The Garden make up for at least as much of the experience as the riveting sounds. Dancing your feet off to artists like CCL, BADSISTA, Hunee & Optimo, Jyoty & Cinnaman, Young Marco, Ogazón, Paquita Gordon & Francesco Del Garda naturally alternates with taking a dive or hanging out under the trees. The strangers that you’ve encountered on day one quickly become familiar faces – friends, perhaps – as we approach the festival’s apotheosis.
Secluded areas scattered across the terrain form the foundation from which a rich palette of sounds can emerge. During daytime, there’s seaside soothers at the Beach Bar and immersive listening at the Magnolia. As the sun starts to dissolve into the water, there’s Voodoo’s deep frenzy, earth-shaking experiments at The Nest and waterside euphoria at the Beach Main. Together, these areas provide the perfect amount of sonic wandering.
The action doesn’t end at The Garden. Of course, we’re setting sail for another string of our illustrious boat parties, captained by clubs, radio stations, record labels, crews and collectives operating at the forefront of our scene. For our 10-year edition, we’re welcoming back long-time friends including Rush Hour and PIP, alongside fresh additions like Brighter Days, Homegrown, Ilian Tape and Spielraum. Nocturnal dancers find refuge at Barbarella’s Discotheque, the moon-lit club where sets stretch till sunrise. In addition, our island party returns – a remote spot where some of our line-up’s most revered names take their craft to unexpected new heights. Five days of non-stop music, nature, thrill, warmth, chill – all pieces are in place for you to complete the picture. Find out more about the full festival line-up, practicalities and tickets on this website.