Name: Nibirii Festival 2026
Start: 2026-08-28T00:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-08-30T00:00:00+00:00
Location: Dürener Badesee

Nibirii

About Nibirii

Three days of festival by the water, five stages featuring top international electronic music acts and a campsite with around 20,000 spots: Since its beginnings, the Nibirii Festival has developed into one of the most important electronic festivals in North Rhine-Westphalia. From August 28th to 30th, 2026, the Dürener Badesee will transform into a pulsating festival landscape with the Pyramid Stage (House/Techno/Trance), Unreal Stage (Hard Techno), Forest Stage (Drum & Bass), Lagoon Stage (Groovy House/Hard Bounce), and Hidden Stage (Underground/Emerging). Featuring: Vini Vici, Netsky, Wilkinson, I Hate Models, Dax J B2B Daria Kolosova, Klangkuenstler, MUZZ and many more.

Dates 28 Aug — 30 Aug 2026

Venue Düren (05358)

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Edition 2026

Nibirii — edition 2026

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The Nibirii Festival 2026 runs from August 28th to 30th at Dürener Badesee. 5 stages (Pyramid, Unreal, Forest, Lagoon, Hidden), headliners Vini Vici, Netsky, Wilkinson, I Hate Models, Dax J B2B Daria Kolosova, Klangkuenstler, MUZZ. Tent-only camping, 18+, capacity 20,000.

Three days of festival in a natural lakeside setting. Clearly curated stages with distinct sonic signatures — from mainstream House to Hard Techno, Drum & Bass, and Underground. Festival format with camping (tents only), no caravans. Swimming opportunities at the lake between sets.

Highlights Nibirii 2026

5 stages with curatorially distinct sonic signatures
Headliners: Vini Vici, Netsky, Wilkinson, I Hate Models
Camping directly at the festival grounds (tents only)
Lakeside festival with swimming opportunities
Capacity approx. 20,000
18+ festival

Programme Nibirii 2026

Thursday, August 28 – Sunday, August 30, 2026

Pyramid Stage — House / Techno / Trance

Headliners incl. Vini Vici, Klangkuenstler

Unreal Stage — Hard Techno / Experimental

I Hate Models, Dax J B2B Daria Kolosova

Forest Stage — Drum & Bass / Bass Music

Netsky, Wilkinson, MUZZ

Lagoon Stage — Groovy House / Trance / Hard Bounce

Crossover stage with House, Trance, and Bounce acts

Hidden Stage — Underground / Emerging

Stage for emerging and experimental acts from the international scene

Format

Festival for 18+
Tent-only camping (no caravans/RVs)
Capacity approx. 20,000 visitors
Swimming opportunities at Dürener Badesee
Detailed stage times program on nibirii.com before the festival

Prices Nibirii 2026

Tickets available at nibirii-festival.ticket.io. Early bird discounts, 3-day passes, and VIP options are available.

Practical information

Practical information — Nibirii

Getting There

By train to Düren (ICE / RE9 / RB23). Shuttle buses from Düren main station to the festival grounds at the Badesee. By car via the A4, exit Düren, then follow signs for "Festival / Badesee".

Camping

Camping is tent-only — no caravans or RVs. Booking is included with the festival ticket or can be purchased separately via the festival website.

Age and Tickets

Festival is 18+. Tickets available at nibirii-festival.ticket.io. Early bird discounts, 3-day passes, and VIP options are available.

Tip

If you want to relax between sets at the festival: Bring your swimwear — the Dürener Badesee offers swimming opportunities right at the venue.

From Insider Tip to German Electronic Brand

In recent years, the Nibirii Festival has become a central meeting point for the German and European electronic music scene. The combination of a natural lakeside location, professional festival infrastructure, and a curatorially diverse lineup has earned the festival a dedicated community of regular attendees in the 18-35 age group. In 2026, organizers expect around 20,000 visitors over the three days.

Five Stages — Five Sound Worlds

The festival is clearly structured curatorially: each stage has its own sonic signature and thus its own audience. The Pyramid Stage is the main stage featuring House, Techno, and Trance — international headliners. The Unreal Stage is dedicated to Hard Techno and experimental electronic music. The Forest Stage presents Drum & Bass and Bass Music, the Lagoon Stage features Groovy House, Trance, and Hard Bounce, and the Hidden Stage provides a platform for underground and emerging talents.

Headliners 2026

The 2026 lineup brings together some of the biggest names in the international electronic music scene: Vini Vici (Israeli Psytrance duo), Netsky (Belgian Drum & Bass pioneer), Wilkinson (UK D&B star), I Hate Models (French Hard Dance and Industrial star), Dax J B2B Daria Kolosova (Techno power set), Klangkuenstler (German Techno), and MUZZ (Hybrid Drum & Bass). Alongside them, around 100 other acts across all stages.

Camping by the Lake — Festival Format

The festival is a classic camping festival with tents located directly at the festival grounds. 18+ and no caravans/RVs — the festival strictly adheres to a "tent-only" format, fostering a more intimate festival atmosphere. The Dürener Badesee also offers swimming and relaxation opportunities between dance sets.

Düren — Eifel Foothills in NRW

The city of Düren is located in the Düren district on the edge of the Nordeifel (North Rhine-Westphalia) between Aachen and Cologne. The Badesee (swimming lake) east of the city center is one of the region's largest urban recreational areas. With an ICE train connection in Düren and the A4 motorway as the main access route, the festival is easily reachable from the entire Rhineland and beyond.