The Illusions Audio-Visual Festival returns to Belgrade on March 13–14 at Hangar, Luka Beograd, bringing two days of intense energy, immersive visuals, and some of the most exciting names in the global electronic music scene.
Due to overwhelming demand and a true rave atmosphere, the first day of the festival has already sold out in record time, confirming that Illusions continues to push the boundaries of the regional electronic music scene.
While the opening night celebrates the raw power of the new underground, the second day of the festival reaches its peak with the highly anticipated performance of global house and tech-house icon Hot Since 82.
Hot Since 82 — The Headliner Who Defines Modern House Music
Globally recognized DJ and producer Hot Since 82 has spent more than a decade shaping the sound of contemporary house and tech-house. Known for his deep emotional connection with the crowd, hypnotic grooves, and perfectly built musical journeys, his sets deliver an atmosphere that keeps dance floors moving for hours.
Whether performing in intimate club settings or on the world’s biggest festival stages, Hot Since 82 consistently creates unforgettable musical experiences. As the founder of the influential label Knee Deep In Sound, and the author of numerous iconic releases and remixes, he has become synonymous with quality, longevity, and authenticity in electronic music.
His headline appearance at the Illusions Audio-Visual Festival promises a night filled with deep rhythms, emotional moments, and powerful energy, accompanied by the immersive audiovisual production that has become the festival’s signature.
A Carefully Curated International Line-up
The festival opens with a celebration of contemporary rave culture and underground energy.
KI/KI, the Amsterdam-based DJ and producer and one of the most influential figures of the new electronic generation, brings her signature blend of acid techno, trance euphoria, and 90s rave nostalgia. With explosive performances and releases like 5 Mins Of Acid, she has quickly become one of the most exciting names on the global scene.
Returning to Illusions after a powerful previous performance, Patrick Mason delivers his unmistakable hybrid DJ-performance energy. Known for high-intensity sets that blur the boundaries between techno, house, and live performance, Mason represents the vibrant spirit of Berlin’s new underground movement.
Also joining the lineup are Massano, one of the fastest-rising artists in the melodic techno scene, bringing a futuristic and emotionally charged sound, as well as Alex Kennon, whose sets combine powerful grooves with distinctive vocal elements.
The lineup also features BLANKA, whose modern techno sound blends hypnotic rhythms with warm, exotic melodic textures, alongside Serbian techno pioneer Dejan Milićević, a respected figure with more than two decades on the scene.
Completing the lineup is Mark Aasgier, a rising member of Kult Talents, known for sets that merge techno, house, and acid into a hypnotic dance-floor experience.
A Festival Where Music Meets Visual Art
Over the years, Illusions Audio-Visual Festival has established itself as one of the most distinctive electronic music events in the region, combining cutting-edge sound design, impressive stage production, and immersive visual art.
The 2026 edition goes even further, with carefully designed scenography, advanced visual effects, and a completely new aesthetic that merges sound, space, and visual storytelling.
With its eclectic lineup and powerful audiovisual identity, Illusions promises two unforgettable nights and a spectacular start to the festival season.
Tickets are available via the Gigstix platform — secure yours and step into 2026 the right way.
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