Is Sónar really coming to an end, or is Barcelona’s iconic electronic music festival preparing for a major transformation? A cryptic announcement has left fans questioning the future of one of electronic music’s longest-running events.
On October 27, Sónar shared a striking message across its website and Instagram: “Sónar is dead,” accompanied by the dates 1994–2026. The announcement resembles an obituary, but the festival has yet to confirm whether it marks its actual retirement.
Fans have also been invited to leave condolences on the official website. Another message thanks the Sónar community…
