Snow Machine Returns to Hakuba Valley in 2026 with a Monster Lineup

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After an incredible Snow Machine 2025, your favourite frosty festival is returning to Japan in 2026. Join a huge lineup of DJ’s including Mall Grab, Armand Van Helden, Gorgon City, Hannah Laing plus very special guests with our biggest act to date announcing soon, all at the breathtaking slopes of Hakuba for the celebration of a lifetime.

Across five days, Snow Machine offers a destination experience like no other. Enjoy six unique stages spread across seven stunning mountain resorts. With pristine ski conditions, daily DJ sets and parties aplenty, Snow Machine is your personal Winter wonderland.

There’s always something epic happening…

Whether you spend the day carving up fresh pow, immersing yourself in local culture, or catching sets at one of the spectacular mountain stages, Snow Machine has something to feed your arctic appetite. Wander down to the main arena after an on-mountain après session and catch your favourite acts along with a stacked lineup of side events and surprises. As the sun goes down, watch as the main arena transforms the ski village into the festival venue of your dreams. Hosting the best of the best in electronic music from around the globe, Snow Machine is where unforgettable memories are made.

Artists

Share a ski-lift with an incredible line up of DJs from all corners of the world;

In alphabetical order

ARMAND VAN HELDEN | BAG RAIDERS | BELTERS ONLY

BLK. | CYK TOKYO | CYRIL | D.O.D | FLIGHT FACILITIES (DJ SET)

GORGON CITY | HANNAH LAING | KOROLOVA |

MALL GRAB | MARK BLAIR | MASHD N KUTCHER

UBERJAKD | YUUKI YOSHIYAMA

PLUS, some very special guests including one of our biggest acts to date….. coming soon!!!

Born in Newcastle (AU), now based in London, Mall Grab has evolved his sound from hazy lo-fi textures intohigh-octane techno and rave-ready house. A co-founder of Fragrance Records, his work builds alongside acrew of talent. His DJ sets bury genre lines with nuance and relentlessness. From warehouse floors to globalstages, Mall Grab continues to carve new shapes into club architecture.

Joining from the US is Boston DJ Armand Van Helden, creator of the infamous “Barbara Streisand”. Hailing from the UK is multi-platinum selling artist D.O.D, known for feel-good hits like “Somedays” and “Still Sleepless”. Also headed to the slopes from the UK is electronic heavy weights Gorgon City and blk..

From the home of electronic music itself, there are a handful of European artists joining the Snow Machine festivities. Dublin DJ duo Belters Only, comprised of friends Bissett and Robbie G, are renowned for making tracks that are, well… belters only. Serving up talent from all corners of Europe, Ukranian DJ Korolova, Scottish techno powerhouse Hannah Laing and Belfast native Mark Blair have their flights to Japan booked.

Here to help the Aussies feel at home is Sydney duo Flight Facilities and viral sensation Cyril. Breaking through with their 2010 single “Crave You”, Flight Facilities have become an integral part of the Australian electronic scene. Hailing from rural Australia, Cyril has surpassed 1 billion streams with tracks “Stumblin’ In” and his remix of Disturbed’s “Sound of Silence”, collaborating with renowned artists like Teddy Swims and Dean Lewis. Joined by local legends Bag Raiders, Uberjakd and Mashd N Kutcher, Australian talent will be well and truly on display.

Offering unmatched Japanese hospitality, Snow Machine attendees get to experience the latest in Japanese electronic music with Yuuki Yoshiyama, house music collective CYK Toyko and more. You can find out more about the Snow Machine 2026 line up here.

Immerse Yourself in the Culture

The rich tapestry of Japan’s culture is enchanting – the history, the traditions, the food, the harmony between nature and human existence. When it’s time to hang up the skis, you can immerse yourself in the Japanese way of life from a soak in the therapeutic onsen baths, to observing the snow monkeys, to indulging in yakitori delights and smooth sake, the essence of Japanese artisanal craftsmanship.

Parties and Events

Of course, it wouldn’t be a Snow Machine without an abundance of side parties and events to supercharge your week-long adventure. More details are on the way, but expect a mix of happenings across Hakuba Valley’s mountain resorts, the village, and beyond!

Packages

Snow Machine takes place in Hakuba, a village in the Japanese Alps just outside of Nagano, home of the 1998 Winter Olympics. Hakuba offers a dazzling array of mountain resorts, each with its own special allure.

For the best value, take advantage of our packages. The most popular way to experience Snow Machine, our packages provide exclusive rates on accomodation across Hakuba Valley and include a four day lift pass at Goryu & Habuka 47, Tsugaike, Iwatake and Happo, access to side events and of course Snow Machine main arena festival passes.

Snow Machine makes it easy to book your entire getaway, taking care of accommodation, ski passes, and add ons. You just need to book your flights and organise your gear hire. There are packages on offer across a huge range of hotels to suit every budget from value to self-contained, to luxury.

Treat yourself by upgrading to VIP and gain access to the official VIP Lodge at the main arena where you can enjoy the decked our bar with comfy seating and heating. Go at your own pace with priority festival access and be the first to purchase side event tickets. You’ll also be invited to attend the exclusive VIP Welcome Party, featuring DJ sets and loads more announcing soon.

Full information on the complete packages is available here.

 Time to suit up for a winter holiday adventure beyond your wildest expectations.

Tickets

Snow Machine packages include full festival passes which includes access to all après and main arena events across the four action packed days. Lift passes, rentals, lessons, activities and will be available to book via the Snow Machine Store, at an additional cost.

For ticketing and information head to snow-machine.com/hakuba

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Snow Machine 2026

Hakuba, Japan

Tuesday 3 March – Sunday 8 March 2026

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