40 DJs You Need to See at EDC Thailand 2026 – EDMNOMAD’s Top Picks

From January 16–18, EDC Thailand 2026 transforms Phuket into a global dance destination.

EDC Thailand 2026 has revealed its full lineup of world-class DJs in one of Asia’s most ambitious electronic music rosters to date. From January 16–18, 2026, ravers will gather at Rhythm Park in Laguna Phuket for three days of music, community, and destination-led experiences. The festival returns with notable upgrades, including a larger venue footprint, the debut of Hotel EDC Thailand, and curated packages designed specifically for global travelers.

Now in its second edition, the iconic festival marks longevity in its return. The EDC Thailand 2026 lineup balances global icons, genre pioneers, emerging DJs, and budding local talent. They’re spread thoughtfully across stages to highlight electronic dance music’s best.

With more than 80 amazing artists, the EDMNOMAD community has chosen the unmissable acts during the 3-day weekend.

Festival Power Hitters: Global Showstoppers

These DJs consistently reshape the energy of an entire festival and EDC Thailand 2026 is no exception. Their sets tend to mark the moments when crowds consolidate, timelines spike, and the festival’s identity becomes most visible. Many of these headliners have defined what peak-time festival programming looks like over the past years.

KineticField

Friday, January 16

  • Tiësto – 22:45–00:00
  • Axwell B2B Sebastian Ingrosso – 21:10–22:40
  • Chase & Status – 19:55–21:10
  • Argy – 18:40–19:55

Saturday, January 17

  • Zedd – 22:45–00:00
  • FISHER – 21:30–22:45
  • Alok – 20:15–21:30
  • Loud Luxury – 19:15–20:15

Sunday, January 18

  • Armin van Buuren – 22:30–00:00
  • deadmau5 – 21:15–22:30
  • Afrojack – 20:00–21:15
  • Eli Brown – 19:00–20:00
  • Cassian – 18:00–19:00

Circuit Grounds

Friday

  • SVDDEN DEATH – 22:45–00:00
  • LEVITY – 21:30–22:45
  • Tape B – 20:15–21:30

Saturday

  • Sara Landry – 22:45–00:00
  • Sub Focus – 21:30–22:45
  • Wilkinson – 19:00–20:15

Sunday

  • Knock2 – 23:00–00:00
  • Seven Lions – 21:40–22:55
  • GRiZ – 20:20–21:35
  • BUNT. – 19:00–20:15

StereoBloom

Friday

  • Nina Kraviz – 22:30–00:00

Saturday

  • Lilly Palmer – 23:00–00:00
  • Gareth Emery – 22:00–23:00
  • Paul Oakenfold – 20:00–21:00

Sunday

  • Angerfist – 23:00–00:00
  • Sub Zero Project – 21:00–22:00
  • Brennan Heart – 20:00–21:00

DJs to Discover: EDMNOMAD’s Ones to Watch

These DJs represent the point where momentum begins to turn into recognition, and EDC Thailand 2026 places them directly in that moment. Their sets often introduce new sounds to audiences turning strangers to fans. Several of these artists are already building the foundations of what the next chapter of electronic music might look like on global stages.

Circuit Grounds

  • SMYLIEK – Friday, 15:00–16:15
  • 2Spade – Friday, 16:15–17:15

KineticField

  • Pixzy – Saturday, 15:00–16:30
  • Lizzy Wang – Saturday, 16:30–18:00
  • BOTCASH – Sunday, 17:00–18:00

StereoBloom

  • PVLMFCK – Saturday, 15:00–16:30
  • Taylor Torrence – Saturday, 18:00–19:00

Boombox Stage

  • Renato S – Saturday, 20:00–21:00
  • Kikie – Saturday, 23:00–00:00
  • B-EST – Sunday, 18:00–19:00

All Eyes on EDC Thailand 2026 in Phuket

EDC Thailand 2026 arrives at a moment when the global festival circuit is actively looking east. With tickets still on sale, this edition offers more than access to a lineup. It offers a chance to witness where electronic music is heading, not just where it has been. For those paying attention, this weekend in Phuket may feel less like another festival stop and more like a marker in the scene’s next chapter.

What sets this edition apart is how deliberately it balances scale with intent. The lineup places global headliners beside emerging artists without treating either as filler. That contrast creates a clearer picture of how festival culture evolves, not through sudden shifts, but through overlap and continuity. In that sense, EDC Thailand 2026 does not just reflect the current state of electronic music. It quietly suggests what comes next.

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Angelo De Guzman
Angelo De Guzmanhttps://www.angelodg.com/
Angelo De Guzman is an international music and travel journalist, based in Dubai. Trusted by industry leaders, he has interviewed music titans like Martin Garrix, Armin van Buuren, Hardwell, and Steve Aoki, while reporting on Tomorrowland, EDC, ULTRA, and MDLBEAST events. Focused on breaking stories, new talent, and dance music milestones, Angelo brings immersive storytelling and insider access. You’ll find him front row at festivals, backstage, or tracking down the best fries in town. → Follow Angelo @heyangelodg


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