Medellin Welcomes EDC Colombia 2026 With Two Days of Global Electronic Music Stars

EDC Colombia 2026 is coming to Colombia! Electric Daisy Carnival, the legendary US-born show, is launching in Colombia on 10 and 11 October at the Unidad Deportiva Atanasio Girardot in Medellin, as the large-scale electronic music brand arrives for the first time in the country. For two days, the festival will feature a diverse program with electronic artists from all over the world.

It comes as Medellin is consolidating its position as a city for major entertainment and cultural events. The official festival programme is a mix of large-scale stages, electronic music, performers and production.

EDC Colombia 2026 Makes Its Medellin Debut on 10 October

First EDC Colombia: 10 October 2026 Location: Unidad Deportiva Atanasio Girardot, Medelln, Antioquia Get ready for a weekend of thrill at the First EDC Colombia! Starting Saturday, 10 October and running through Sunday, 11 October, the event will be held at the Unidad Deportiva Atanasio Girardot.

EDC´s official line up features big international electronic music acts and Colombian and regional artists. Saturday´s artists are Above & Beyond, Alesso, Alok, ARTBAT, deadmau5, Illenium, Jamie Jones, Maceo Plex, Miss Monique, Richie Hawtin, Vini Vici and more.

Sunday takes the program in the direction of one more particular set of performers. Afrojack B2B Green Velvet, Armin van Buuren, ANNA, Armand Van Helden, Boris Brejcha, Camel Phat, Carl Craig, Kaskade, Nico Moreno, Showtek, Subtronics, Sullivan King and Vintage Culture are all listed on the official timetable.

As a result, the programme offers travellers either two very different festival days or a repeat of the one headline bill.

Medellín Prepares a Major Venue for the Festival

The Atanasio Girardot sports complex sits within one of Medellin’s established entertainment and sporting districts. City authorities have also confirmed EDC Colombia 2026 through an official municipal decree concerning the event at the complex.

Medellin authorities currently oversee work connected with the broader transformation of the Atanasio Girardot stadium. However, the city previously said scheduled activities during the second half of 2026 would continue, with construction adjusted around matches and major events.

The District has also required safeguards during major event operations around the sporting facilities, including infrastructure guarantees and oversight during installation and dismantling.

What Travellers Need to Know Before Entering EDC Medellín

Festival-goers should plan carefully because EDC Medellin operates deep into the night.

The official visitor rules state that attendees must be 18 or older. Travellers need an original, valid government-issued photo ID. International visitors can use a valid passport, while photographs, photocopies, expired documents and unofficial digital identification will not qualify.

Several other rules could directly affect visitors:

• No re-entry after leaving the festival each day.
• The venue has no official festival parking and EDC provides no shuttle service.
• The festival uses a fully cashless payment system.
• Free water-refill stations will operate inside.
• Bags must meet the published size restrictions.
• Security personnel will conduct checks at entrances.
• The event will proceed in rain or shine conditions. EDC Colombia EN

Travellers should arrive early, particularly when a priority artist appears earlier in the programme. Organisers warn that individual areas can reach capacity.

How Can Visitors Travel Around Medellín

Transportation Medellin has metro, buses, taxis and other modes of transportation that allow lovers to move to the city. Depending on the place you want to go, how long you want to take and the money you have, the city council suggests to travel.

Guests looking for accommodation near the festival might want to look at the broader Laureles-Estadio district. Laureles is conveniently situated for exploring Atanasio Girardot, La 70, and mid-town Medelllin, according to official Medelln tourism bureau.

It’s always worth noting that EDC has no official shuttle service, so you should plan out your transportation home. The last set ends at 4am.

EDC Colombia Tickets Remain an Important Pre-Travel Check

Official ticket page One day General Admission is listed at COP 600,000 including fees for Saturday or Sunday. Two day GA is listed at COP 1,141,000 including fees. Availability may vary as the festival draws nearer.

Organisers recommend buying directly from the official ticket outlet and discourage using third-party sites. Restrictions on transferring and scanning tickets also apply, so groups travelling together should ensure they’re not broke at the borders.

Official EDC Colombia website

The experience for travellers EDC Colombia 2026 features a world top line-up and a city break in Medellin. Tourists can consult the official tourism portals of Medelln for all information related to transport, districts, attractions, and services they might need before their trip.