Fez — “MOGA Festival” is returning to Essaouira from September 30 to October 4 for a 10th-anniversary edition led by Jamie Jones, The Martinez Brothers, and ANOTR. The festival’s official platform lists the 2026 edition as a five-day celebration of music, art, movement, and cultural experiences in the Atlantic city.
The first wave of artists confirms the festival’s continued focus on electronic music, while keeping Moroccan talent and local collectives at the center of its identity.
An anniversary edition in Essaouira
Founded in Essaouira in 2016, “MOGA Festival” has grown into one of Morocco’s most recognizable electronic music events. Its 2026 edition will mark a decade since its launch, bringing the event back to the coastal city where its identity first took shape.
The festival will unfold in two parts. “MOGA OFF” will take place on September 30 and October 1 across different venues in Essaouira, with free access. “MOGA IN” will run from October 2 to 4 at “Hôtel Le Golf d’Essaouira & Spa,” with ticketed entry.
International names and Moroccan energy
Jamie Jones is scheduled to perform on Friday, October 2, alongside Hamadeus, Jakaw, Jhobei, Jilali, Julian Anthony, Oz & Rem, and N4bz. The British DJ and producer is among the most prominent names in global club culture.
Saturday’s program includes The Martinez Brothers, Amine K, Daox, Rhadoo, Notre Dame, Mamba Skar, Memed Awad, Fantastic Man B2B Tornado Wallace, and others. The day places international house and underground names alongside Moroccan and regional artists.
ANOTR will close the festival on Sunday, October 4, sharing the final day lineup with Cesar Merveille, Enrica Falqui, Fort Romeau, Kalabrese, Viken Arman, Tunik, Yahya (live), and other artists.
The program also highlights a strong Moroccan presence, including Amine K, Daox, Jilali, Hamadeus, Jakaw, Mamba Skar, N4bz, Ousseki, Oz & Rem, Rain, Ramyen, and Yahya.
A platform for collectives
Beyond headline acts, “MOGA Festival” continues to give visibility to Moroccan collectives and independent creative communities. Hush Hush, Supervibe, Cartoon, and LVR are expected to be part of this year’s programming, reflecting the growth of Morocco’s electronic scene.
This local dimension has become central to the festival’s appeal. It allows Moroccan DJs, producers, and collectives to share stages with global names while keeping Essaouira’s cultural atmosphere visible throughout the event.
The 2026 edition arrives as Morocco’s festival calendar continues to expand, with cities increasingly using music and cultural events to attract international audiences.
