The influential DJ Awards is back for the 24th edition with another iconic, and more importantly independent and authentic, celebration of electronic music culture at the end of a superb summer season. On Thursday 9th October 2025, the spotlight returns to the White Isle for a night of deserved recognition and unforgettable music and dining at ROTO Club in Ibiza Town, a cool, urban hotspot with stunning views of the sea and Dalt Vila. Ahead of the ceremony, the Industry Awards Winners, as voted for by a Grand Jury, are now revealed.
Now in its second consecutive year since relaunching, the DJ Awards continues to loudly and proudly champion integrity and independence. The Industry Awards spotlight behind-the-scenes excellence, visionary leadership and the vital elements that power the dance music ecosystem. It has a global outlook and celebrates both red-hot new musical trends, enduring scene legends and more.
Due to recent and unfortunate developments regarding the devastating floods in Ibiza, the DJ Awards will be donating funds from the ceremony towards the Spanish Red Cross (Creu Rojo) to assist those affected by the flash floods.
Unlike commercial awards and pay-to-play platforms, the refined DJ Awards ceremony, in partnership with YouTube, Suntory and Skiddle this year, stands apart by celebrating talent on merit alone. New for this year, every nominee is selected by a fully independent Grand Jury made up of respected insiders, creatives, industry and market leaders and experts from over 50 leading music brands and institutions worldwide. This unique move guarantees a diverse, authentic, and genre-spanning representation of today’s dynamic DJ culture that also connects back to the integral and honest roots of the DJ Awards. It’s real recognition for top level talent, innovation and excellence by those with huge experience and who are perfectly placed to judge.
The ceremony itself will see nominees and music professionals gather, spanning across a wide-ranging selection of categories, genres, geographies and industry influence, awaiting the reveal of DJ Awards winners. This year’s categories include the newly launched Balearic and Hard Dance/Bounce categories, plus returning favourites Afro, Breakthrough, Drum & Bass, Garage/Bassline, Hard Techno, House, International DJ, Latin/Reggaeton, Live Act, Newcomer, Prog/Melodic, Tech House, Techno and Trance.
The DJ Awards yet again promises to be one of the standout nights of the Ibiza season, on October 9th a celebration of music industry excellence will commence in a venue at the heart of Ibiza’s underground scene.
Grand Jury Industry Awards Winners
Industry Executive of the Year:
Yann Pissenem
DJ Livestream of the Year:
Yousuke Yukimatsu – Boiler Room
Global Festival Award:
UNUM Festival, Albania
Eye On: [Region] — 2025 Spotlight: MENA:
Soundstorm Festival
Lifetime Achievement Award:
Simon Dunmore
Play It Back – Social Impact Award:
Ibiza Preservation Fund
What’s Hot Global:
[UNVRS]
Ibiza Icon:
Alfredo(Posthumouslyawarded)
Ibiza Party of the Summer:
Solid Grooves
Ibiza Track of the Summer:
Toman – Verano En NY
Founded in 1998, the DJ Awards is the longest-running international celebration of electronic music culture. Held annually in Ibiza, the event honours DJs, producers, and industry pioneers who have shaped the global electronic music scene. Recognised as a symbol of credibility and respect within the community, the DJ Awards brings together artists, fans, and industry leaders to celebrate creativity, innovation, and the enduring power of dance music.
