St. Maarten Heineken Regatta is just around the corner and now SXM Festival is back! Every year, people from all over the world come to St. Maarten / St. Martin to experience a magical festival like no other. Get ready to take off on an adventure through secluded beaches, stunning villas, boats, and beach clubs. Gather your friends and create unforgettable memories by partying together from sunrise to sunset to sunrise again. SXM Festival only hosts the most renowned House and Techno Artists while also having an eye for hot new talents. Keep on reading to find out everything you need to know about SXM Festival 2023!

What is SXM Festival?

SXM Festival takes place every year in St. Maarten / St. Martin. This year, you can experience 5 days and nights of electronic music bliss from March 8-12, 2023, while soaking up the Caribbean lifestyle. Over 100 renowned and hot new artists from all over the world gather in SXM to party with you to their House and Techno beats. Extraordinary venues, a diverse lineup, and party people from all over the world – that’s what makes SXM Festival so special. Moreover, the creators of the festival want to have a positive impact on the island. Since the first edition, they have worked to fulfill their mission of being a highly sustainable festival – paperless, plastic-free, and energy-preserving.

Schedule & Venues

Mykonos

Let’s get this party started! The open-air nightclub Mykonos opened its doors to SXM Festival-goers on Tuesday, March 7, for a warm-up party. From 5 PM to 4 AM you could get a head start to the festival and party with other like-minded people.

Happy Bay

Happy Bay is the main venue of the SXM Festival. This secluded private beach nestled between lush hills is the perfect place to party from sunset to sunrise. From Wednesday, March 8 until Sunday, March 12, Happy Bay is the place to be. Every day, from 7 PM to 5 AM you can party with your friends at the iconic Arc Main Stage and the immersive and intimate Ocean Stage. You will have a blast!

Boho Beach Club

Boho Beach Club is the perfect place to spend your authentic Caribbean day! Relax to the sound of DJs and sip on amazing cocktails that mixologists prepare on the spot. From Wednesday, March 8 to Saturday, March 11, you can party every day from 12 PM to 7 PM. On Sunday, March 12, they are hosting their famous Sunrise Party starting at 5 AM.

Panorama – Satellite Party

Party on top of the highest mountain of St. Maarten. On Thursday, March 9 you will be treated to an amazing 360-degree view over St. Maarten. Rainforest Adventures hosts this special Satellite Party from 2 PM until 7 PM and will have you come back for more! It’s a party you should not miss!

Boat Party – Satellite Party

Cross a Boat Party off your To-Do-List and party with us on Friday, March 10 from 2 PM to 7 PM. Set sail on the largest lagoon in the Caribbean and let our experienced captains take you on a fantastic voyage. Of course, incredible DJs will deliver an epic musical experience!

Catamaran Cruise – Satellite Party

This year’s new addition to SXM Festival is the Catamaran Cruise. On Saturday, March 11 from 2 PM to 7 PM, a catamaran will take a limited amount of 100 people to the most beautiful spots of SXM. While enjoying the included food and open bar, you can swim, snorkel, and enjoy the music of a surprise DJ. Be fast and secure your ticket for this special event!

Villa Party – Only for VIP Holders

On Saturday, March 11, a special treat awaits all VIP Guests of SXM Festival. You can party in the exclusive estate Sandyline from 1 PM to 9 PM. This chic and luxurious setting reminds you of special parties in the 60s paired with the modern design of today. It is a highlight of SXM Festival!

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Lineup

This year’s lineup looks very promising! Expect the most renowned Techno and House Artists as well as some new faces. SXM Festival invites the best DJs in the world to the Island, so you have the best experience! In 2023, you will be treated to music from, e.g. Amémé, Anthony Middleton, Black Coffee, Calum, Emanuel Satie, Kidzman, and Layla Benitez.

Here, you can see the full artist lineup: https://www.sxmfestival.com/line-up

Ticket Packages

You are convinced and want to experience SXM Festival yourself? Tickets are already available and come in different packages.

VIP 5-Day Pass

• VIP access for 5 days and nights at Happy Bay
• Access to the exclusive Villa Party on Saturday, March 11
• Access to all General Program Events, and Warm-Up Parties
• Priority Pre-Sale Access with a VIP Rate for Satellite Parties
• Access to special VIP areas with lush amenities at Happy Bay, priority table service, chill-out area, dedicated VIP bar, special cocktails, pop-up bars, VIP washroom, surprises, and more.
• €725 / pp

5-Day Pass

• General Admission access to all 5 days and nights at Happy Bay
• Access to all General Program Events, and Warm-Up Parties
• €435 / pp

VIP Weekend Pass

• VIP acess for the weekend at Happy Bay
• Access to the exclusive Villa Party on Saturday
• Access to all General Program Events and Warm-Up Parties
• Priority Pre-Sale Access with a VIP Rate for Satellite Parties
• Access to special VIP areas with lush amenities at Happy Bay, priority table service, chill-out area, dedicated VIP bar, special cocktails, pop-up bars, VIP washroom, surprises, and more.
• €435 / pp

Weekend Pass

• General Admission to Happy Bay on the weekend
• Access to General Program Events and Warm-Up Parties
• €241 / pp

The Villa Collection Pass

• Check out SXM Festival website and book a villa to stay in!
• It includes VIP tickets as well as a private transfer to the villa, a welcome gift, access to the Ultra VIP parking area at Happy Bay, first choice table service booking, a styling session with official Festival Fashion Designers in the villa, a complimentary photoshoot at the Villa Party, access to full concierge service from the moment you book the villa.

Conclusion

Overall, there is just one thing to say… Do not miss SXM Festival 2023! Secure your tickets now and party 5 days and nights in a row with people from all over the world to the best Techno and House beats ever!