Defected
Experience the legendary Defected house music residency at the glamorous Club Chinois in Ibiza. Expect high-energy grooves, world-class DJs, and an upscale crowd in one of the island's most stylish venues.
About
Defected touches down in Ibiza Town for summer 2026, taking over Thursday nights at Chinois from 7 May to 8 October. This 23-week residency marks a bold new chapter for the iconic house music brand, pairing its world-class DJ roster with the intimate, high-spec setting of Chinois. Expect deep grooves, euphoric moments and a dancefloor that puts music and connection first.
Crowd
Affluent, sophisticated, VIP-leaning, and fashion-forward. A strong mix of British, Spanish, Italian, and American tourists, alongside wealthy expats and yacht owners.
Age Range
25-50 (median 35)Vibe
Sophisticated LuxuryDresscode
Smart-casual/elegant. Long trousers are strictly required (jeans or chinos are fine). No shorts, no sportswear, no sports jerseys, no tank tops, no flip-flops, and no open-toed shoes. Smart, clean trainers are permitted.
Getting In
Door Strictness
StrictWait Time
General Admission: 15 to 40 minutes during peak arrival times (1:00 AM - 2:00 AM). Guestlist/VIP: 0 to 5 minutes.Peak Time
2:00 AM to 4:30 AMChinois has one of the stricter door policies in Ibiza, matching its luxury branding.
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3
Sep
Starts at 23:00
Recommended 00:00-01:30
From €35
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3
Sep
Starts at 23:00
Recommended 00:00-01:30
Get personalized insights
Sign in to see AI-powered event recommendations tailored to your music taste.
About
Defected touches down in Ibiza Town for summer 2026, taking over Thursday nights at Chinois from 7 May to 8 October. This 23-week residency marks a bold new chapter for the iconic house music brand, pairing its world-class DJ roster with the intimate, high-spec setting of Chinois. Expect deep grooves, euphoric moments and a dancefloor that puts music and connection first.
Crowd
Affluent, sophisticated, VIP-leaning, and fashion-forward. A strong mix of British, Spanish, Italian, and American tourists, alongside wealthy expats and yacht owners.
Age Range
25-50 (median 35)Vibe
Sophisticated LuxuryDresscode
Smart-casual/elegant. Long trousers are strictly required (jeans or chinos are fine). No shorts, no sportswear, no sports jerseys, no tank tops, no flip-flops, and no open-toed shoes. Smart, clean trainers are permitted.
Getting In
Door Strictness
StrictWait Time
General Admission: 15 to 40 minutes during peak arrival times (1:00 AM - 2:00 AM). Guestlist/VIP: 0 to 5 minutes.Peak Time
2:00 AM to 4:30 AMChinois has one of the stricter door policies in Ibiza, matching its luxury branding.
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Going to Defected?
Save it, set a reminder, and see who else is going — all in the app.
Scan to open on your phone