Colombia’s premier open-air electronic music festival, Ritvales Music Festival, has announced its stage by stage breakdown ahead of its 2024 edition taking place this November 2-3 at El Parque Norte in Medellín. Exclusive VIP box options and backstage passes will also go on sale this week for those who are looking for an elevated festival experience.
Ritvales will showcase an eclectic musical offering that spans house, techno, progressive, melodic, hard, and afro styles, reaffirming its status as a bastion of electronic music in the region for genre enthusiasts of all kinds.
Ritvales‘ main stage ‘Vortex‘ will host an array of global superstars across both days of the festival. Saturday’s lineup highlights include Paradise and Hot Creations globetrotter Jamie Jones, in-demand house act Hot Since 82, reinvented tech house star Mau P, acclaimed Haitian DJ/Producer Francis Mercier, rising Zimbabwean star Nitefreak, and a special b3b with Bart Skils B3B Victor Ruiz B3B Oscar L.
The worldly sounds on the Vortex stage continue on Sunday featuring Anjunadeep pioneers Above & Beyond, Brazilian superstar Vintage Culture, new age electronic star Jan Blomqvist, South African melodic house producer Nora En Pure, and hybrid techno icon Sevenn.
On Saturday, the ‘Metro‘ stage will be taken over by Italian-brother duo Mathame as they host their audiovisual concept Neo for the first time in Columbia, one of the highest grossing experiences of the summer season in Ibiza.
Joining the duo will be Ukraine’s melodic icon KOROLOVA, Italian DJ/producer Olympe, vocalist and producer Lyke, and Berlin’s Till Von Sein. Sunday sees world renowned superproducer Diplo‘s acclaimed label Higher Ground take over the ‘Metro‘ stage, featuring performances from British-Japanese DJ and producer Maya Jane Coles, Ahmed Spins B2B Maz, Lee Foss B2B Skream, and Sasha B3B Patrice Baumel B3B Franky Wah.
The ‘Plaza‘ stage leans into Ritvales‘ heavier techno curation, with Saturday highlights including the dark and introspective stylings of Ellum Audio founder Maceo Plex, Popof x Space 92 presents Turbulences, Innervisions affiliate Jimi Jules, Ireland’s Mano Le Tough, and Egyptian artist Raxon.
On Sunday, psy-techno icon Indira Paganotto‘s renowned label Artcore will take over the Plaza stage showcasing artists such as the infectious Patrick Mason, London’s Dax J, Los Angeles native Onyvaa, and a live set from prolific producer Vitalic.
The ‘Tunnel‘ stage continues the hard hitting curation with Saturday’s lineup featuring Berlin’s techno powerhouse Ellen Allien, Portuguese DJ Øtta, Spanish hard techno icon Fatima Hajji, and Ukraine’s Daria Kolosova. Sunday features performances by French techno export TRYM, techno stalwart Shlømo, Berlin-based Alignment, German legend Chris Liebing, and Len Faki.
Ritvales offers an exclusive box experience, allowing fans to choose one of three main stages—Vortex, Metro, or Plaza—to enjoy the festival in style with your group. This package includes entry to a secret stage, receive premium table service with top-shelf spirits, and stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi. The experience is elevated with VIP access to other stages, a Ritvales merch kit, and free entry to side shows at the legendary Salón Amador.
Ritvales‘ backstage ticket option provides access to all four festival stages: Vortex, Metro, Plaza, and the Tunnel (subject to capacity). With fast entry to the festival, you’ll also gain access to the secret stage, enjoy VIP perks like exclusive lounge areas, a private bar, Wi-Fi, and premium restrooms.
Additionally, this option includes free entry to side shows at Salón Amador and a Ritvales merch kit, making it the perfect choice for those seeking elevated comfort and convenience throughout the festival.
Check out the official 2023 aftermovie below!
