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GMO Sonic has officially announced its 2027 edition, confirming a return to Saitama on 3rd - 4th April, 2027 at the newly rebranded GMO ARENA Saitama. The event will mark a major shift for the Japanese festival, moving away from its traditional January slot for the first time since launching in 2023.

The 2027 edition will also serve as the grand opening event for the transformed venue, positioning GMO Sonic at the centre of a new era for large-scale live music in the region. While lineup details are yet to be revealed, the announcement signals a significant moment for both the festival and the arena itself.

Previous editions have hosted global electronic heavyweights including Marshmello, Swedish House Mafia, Tiësto and Dom Dolla, alongside a strong mix of international and Japanese talent. The 2026 lineup highlighted GMO Sonic’s ability to bridge global EDM with local artists, reinforcing its growing influence across Asia’s festival circuit.

With more details expected soon, anticipation is already building around the festival’s new April format and venue relaunch. As GMO Sonic evolves beyond its winter roots, the 2027 edition is shaping up to be a landmark chapter in its short but rapidly growing history.

GMO SONIC 2027 Announced with New April Dates

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GMO SONIC 2027 confirms April return at GMO ARENA Saitama with new dates and venue launch.

With just weeks to go, GMO SONIC has revealed the full set times for its 2026 edition, taking place on 17th and 18th January at Makuhari Messe, Japan. The two-day electronic music festival features an explosive international lineup, with global icons Marshmello, Swedish House Mafia, Afrojack, Steve Aoki, Tiësto, and Dom Dolla among the major names locked in.

Doors open at 11:00am each day, with Saturday’s programming (Day 1) building up to a headlining set from Marshmello at 7:30pm. Before that, Steve Aoki hits the decks at 6:00pm, following a high-energy run from Afrojack (4:45pm), GloRilla (3:30pm), and J-pop stars JO1 (2:10pm). The day also features performances from Shin Gakkou no Leaders, Nakajin, ShioriyBradshaw, and DJ YU-KI, who kicks off the festival at 11:00am.

Sunday’s schedule (Day 2) brings another stacked lineup, closing with a 7:30pm set from Swedish House Mafia. Tiësto is billed as a special guest with a prime slot at 6:00pm, preceded by Dom Dolla at 4:45pm and Meduza³ at 3:30pm. Earlier highlights include Łaszewo, SIRUP, Alan Shirahama, Licaxxx, and opening DJ ASTER from 11:00am.

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Held indoors at the world-class Makuhari Messe venue, GMO SONIC 2026 blends massive international names with Japanese talent across pop, dance, and hip-hop. The set times release gives fans a chance to lock in their schedule for two full days of non-stop music. With anticipation high and an all-star lineup confirmed, GMO SONIC continues to solidify its place as one of Japan’s premier winter music festivals.

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GMO SONIC Festival Reveals 2026 Set Times with Marshmello, Dom Dolla, Swedish House Mafia, and Tiësto.

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