Café Del Mar Celebrates 45 Years Of Iconic Balearic Soundtracked Sunsets

Marking 45 years on the Balearic Islands, Café del Mar Ibiza reopens this season with a new look, a refreshed sound, an innovative culinary offering, and a special anniversary compilation celebrating its iconic musical legacy.

 

A globally recognised institution known for capturing the spirit of the island through sunset sessions, iconic events, mediterranean vibes, and world-renowned chillout sound, Café del Mar is synonymous with the Ibiza lifestyle. In a new era, the lifestyle brand is set to explore a refreshed identity centered on an impressive expansion and refurb and refined food and drink experience, featuring a new kitchen and an expansion of their signature alcohol line. 

 

Stepping into this year’s season, Café del Mar is set to evolve. While staying true to its legendary essence, they’re bringing a deeper focus on Ibizan roots and a spotlight on post-sunset parties, resident DJs, promoters, and the labels defining the island, hosting curated lineups, exclusive events, and collaborations.

 

To kick start the anniversary celebrations, Café del Mar released the fifth volume of their infamous Chill Out Mix earlier this year. Highlighting the 45th year, a special anniversary compilation of 30 tracks is also set for release, featuring legends like Frankie Knuckles, Aphex Twin, Röyksopp, Derrick May, Todd Terje, Moby, and Gerald. With more releases on the horizon, fans can look forward to a fresh set of mixes, vinyl repressings of classic Café del Mar compilations, and their new artist album series, kicking off with Pig&Dan on June 13th.

 

The venue also welcomes Ibiza’s first ever installment of the legendary Elara.6 mixer, contributing to an unparalleled booth and sound. Headed up by infamous audio engineer and mixer designer Andy Rigby-Jones, the pioneer of the Master Sounds and Allen & Heath Xone series, the mixer is a celebrated leader in the industry. Offering solid construction, enhanced workflows, and top-quality sound, visitors will experience an elevated and unforgettable listening journey this summer.

 

Set to launch in June, in a new wave of innovation, the venue welcomes a refreshed menu. As Ibiza continues to evolve as a champion destination of lifestyle, music, and culture, food remains a central thread in the island’s vibrant landscape. This next chapter promises to deepen their creative flair and offer a dining experience unlike any other. 

 

Music Manager and resident DJ Ken Fan comments: “We’re incredibly excited to be reopening Café del Mar this summer season and, most importantly, to be celebrating 45 years as an institution on the island. From pioneering the Balearic sound to releasing one of the most beloved chill-out compilation series in the world, we’ve been the backdrop to countless sunsets, memories, and musical journeys – and the story continues this season.”

 

For the last 45 years, Café del Mar has been a sanctuary for sunset seekers in Ibiza. Founded in 1980 on the San Antonio coastline, the imprint birthed a musical movement defining balearic chillout, placing Ibiza on the cultural map as much for its style as for its nightlife. Now a resident brand across Spain and Thailand, Café del Mar has cemented itself as a cultural hotspot. 

 

With a historic season of parties, dining, and the summer sun set, 2025 stands as a living testament to the enduring legacy of Café del Mar. 

 

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