MOGA Essaouira 2025 Unveils Dates and First Artists

MOGA Essaouira returns in October 2025 with a stellar lineup featuring Apollonia, Bedouin, Bonobo (DJ set), DJ Tennis, Folamour, Moblack, Nitefreak, Patrick Mason, Praslea, Saoirse and more

MOGA Festival is heading back to its Moroccan roots with the sixth edition of its boutique celebration in the picturesque coastal city of Essaouira. From October 1 to 5, 2025, MOGA promises five days of carefully curated electronic music, cultural immersion, and soulful connection with a community of global music lovers.

A Lineup That Marries Underground Credibility and Global Flavor

This year’s first wave of artists features a sophisticated blend of house, techno, minimal and Afro-influenced sounds. From iconic collectives like Apollonia and international favorites such as Bonobo (DJ Set), Bedouin, and DJ Tennis, to deep-diggers like Praslea, Patrick Mason, Folamour, and Saoirse, MOGA 2025 once again positions itself as a tastemaker’s dream.

Additional names include: Arapu, Janeret, Moblack, Nitefreak, Thomas Melchior, Steve O’Sullivan (live), Priku, Zeina, and many more from the worlds of minimal, microhouse, and Afro-electronic.

Full Lineup [A-Z] listed at the end of this article.

Two-Part Experience: OFF and IN Programs

MOGA 2025 kicks off with two days of the OFF program (October 1–2), which will bring Essaouira’s historic medina to life through free parties, wellness activities, cultural workshops, and art installations.

From October 3 to 5, the action shifts to the lush grounds of Hôtel le Golf d’Essaouira & Spa, where the official IN program unfolds across four unique stages: Main, Garden, Wild, and Terrace. With over 70 artists scheduled to perform from 2:00 PM to 3:00 AM daily, attendees can explore a diverse sonic palette under the Moroccan sun and stars.

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More Than Music: A Lifestyle Celebration

Just like its sister edition in Caparica, Portugal, MOGA Essaouira is more than just a music festival—it’s a tribe and a lifestyle. The event will include yoga sessions, art installations, talks, culinary tastings, and immersive workshops designed to deepen the bond between music, mindfulness, and local culture.

Festival-goers will also enjoy two stunning swimming pools, a serene palm grove, and the vibrant energy of like-minded explorers from around the world. With a capped attendance of 16,000 people, MOGA maintains an intimate yet globally connected atmosphere.

About MOGA

Launched in 2016, MOGA has carved out a distinctive identity by blending quality electronic music with Moroccan traditions and laid-back Atlantic vibes. The event continues to uplift local talent, promote sustainable tourism, and celebrate cultural exchange in one of North Africa’s most enchanting cities.

Whether you’re drawn by the music, the magic of Essaouira, or the meaningful community spirit, MOGA 2025 is a must for electronic music lovers with a taste for adventure.

Full Lineup [A–Z]

ADASSIYA (live), ANZAR, APOLLONIA, ARAPU, ARYMÉ, AVÖ, BEDOUIN, BONOBO (DJ SET), CABANNE, CHOUJAA, DANIEL BELL, DEATRA, DJ TENNIS, FOLAMOUR, GARRETT DAVID, HOLLY MOLLY, JANERET, JAWORA, JNJS, KOSH (LIVE), LIVER J, MANUEL COTTA, MASSALA, MIISHU, MIROLOJA, MOBLACK, NATHABES, NEYL & NADRUMS (live), NITEFREAK, NOMADS, PATRICK MASON, PRASLEA, PRIKU, SAOIRSE, STEVE O’SULLIVAN (live), THOMAS MELCHIOR, TOMAS STATION, ZEINA, ZULU NAWFEL, YAYA (MA)

…and more TBA