Carnival has long stood as a defining chapter in the calendar of Surreal Park. Each year, it signals expansion — in scale, in curation, and in artistic ambition. In 2026, that tradition intensifies once again.
On Sunday, 15th February, from 9pm, Surreal Park presents a large-scale Carnival edition spanning three simultaneous stages across its monumental 135,000m² complex — officially recognized as the largest club in the world. The programme brings together global headliners, underground pioneers, and scene-defining artists for a multi-dimensional electronic music journey.
From House and Tech House to Melodic Techno, Progressive House, and Romanian minimal, Carnival 2026 is constructed around hypnotic, long-form, and immersive dancefloor experiences, encouraging audiences to move fluidly between distinct sonic worlds.
Ritual: The Central Axis
Ritual, the largest stage in the complex with capacity for over 10,000 people, forms the heartbeat of the night.
At the forefront stands Seth Troxler, returning to Surreal Park as a true underground icon. Known for irreverent selections and unpredictable instincts, Troxler balances technical precision with raw dancefloor electricity, creating moments that feel spontaneous yet timeless.
Making his long-awaited Surreal Park debut is Jamie Jones, one of the defining architects of modern House and Tech House. As founder of Hot Creations, Jones has shaped global club culture for more than a decade. His groove-driven control and ability to command vast audiences mark him as a landmark addition to Carnival 2026.
The evening is anchored by Ratier, Surreal Park’s visionary founder, celebrating 30 years behind the decks. A cornerstone of Brazil’s electronic music evolution, Ratier returns as host and connective force for the night.
Joining the Ritual lineup is Beltran, one of Brazil’s most internationally prominent electronic artists. With releases on globally respected imprints, his crisp, driving sound continues to resonate across the world’s biggest stages.
Opening duties fall to Bapp, setting the tone from the first beat and guiding the crowd into Ritual’s expansive journey.
Bells: Melodic Power and Emotional Intensity
Bells explores deeper emotional frequencies while maintaining high-impact dancefloor momentum.
The headline moment arrives from Miss Monique, one of the most respected figures in Melodic Techno and Progressive House. Through her Siona Records imprint and expansive digital presence, she has cultivated a global audience drawn to her immersive, narrative-driven sets. At Carnival, she brings cinematic builds and soaring dynamics to the second arena.
She is joined by Adria, DJ Murphy, Ray, and Nezello, creating a carefully structured energy arc that balances atmosphere, progression, and sustained impact throughout the night.
Nomad: Long-Form Immersion and Deep Listening
Nomad assumes the most conceptual role of Carnival 2026 — a space dedicated to extended storytelling and sonic exploration.
The standout performance comes from A:RPIA:R, the collaborative project uniting Rhadoo, Raresh, and Petre Inspirescu. Renowned for hypnotic, patiently unfolding sets rooted in Romanian minimal, A:RPIA:R finds its ideal environment within Nomad’s immersive framework.
Completing the lineup are Cesare vs Disorder and Botanic Soundsystem, reinforcing Nomad’s identity as a destination for subtlety, depth, and discovery — powered by a pristine Funktion-One sound system.
With three distinct stages, 12 hours of continuous programming, and a lineup spanning the full spectrum of contemporary underground electronic music, Carnival 2026 at Surreal Park positions itself as more than an event. It is a large-scale cultural statement — one where heritage, innovation, and immersive experience converge at the heart of Brazil’s electronic music landscape. Advance tickets are available through Surreal Park’s official ticketing partners, Ingresse and Blueticket. Access via Surreal Park’s official website.