Arena Festival, Mexico’s biggest gay and lesbian dance music festival, celebrates its 10th anniversary edition in Playa del Carmen and Tulum in the Riviera Maya from Feb 2nd to Feb 8th, 2022.   Attracting thousands of attendees from across the globe, Arena Festival promises an unforgettable week, with a stellar artist lineup and lots of surprises in store for this world-class house music event.
Arena Festival will feature some of the planet’s best DJs and producers playing day and night for 6 sun-drenched days in the beautiful Mexican Caribbean. White sand beaches, turquoise waters, and top talents make the Arena Festival a perfect winter getaway in one of the most spectacular beach locations on the planet. "The festival provides the perfect escape from the cold. With its high-quality nightclubs and beautiful pristine beaches, Playa del Carmen is the newest 'IT' destination for gay and lesbian party-goers," says event organizer Luis Barba. “We are planning amazing video projections and unique opportunities to extend our beach parties into the night.”
An eden for music lovers, Arena Festival takes over the number one destination for beach and eco tourism in the heart of the Mexican Caribbean. Playa del Carmen is a stunningly beautiful, vibrant part of the Mayan Riviera, located on the pristine Caribbean coast of Mexico. Blessed with miles of unspoiled white sand beaches and crystal-clear Caribbean waters, Playa del Carmen offers an unforgettable time and endless adventures. Filled with a variety of beautiful and affordable boutique hotels and landmark nightclubs, there is an endless number of places for dining, dancing, and clubbing.
A limited number of special advance sale priced 6-Day VIP wristbands are available now at www.arena.mx.
For more information on The Arena Festival, including official events, news, sponsors, and partners, as well as hotel packages and festival details, please visit our website: www.arena.mx.

International Dj/Producer/Remixer, Grammy Award Nominee and Half of the Dj & Remix Team, "Rosabel". Owner of RESIST. Events, Resident Dj at The Manor Ft. Lauderdale, Atlantis Events, AFTERSHOCK San Francisco, and many other major world events. 
iTunes link for "ROSABEL"
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Since the relauch of my DJ career in Fort Lauderdale a little over 2 years ago, I am overwhelmed by the incredible response & support I have received (previously I was a DJ in NYC & Fire Island)!  Thank you No Manors, Hunters, the Ramrod, Floatarama, West End Lounge & many others for giving me the opportunity to share my passion for dance music.  The best is yet to come!!

🌍 DJ PAULO – International DJ, Producer & Billboard Top 10 Remixer. With over 25 years behind the decks, PAULO has headlined some of the world’s biggest festivals and Pride events, held residencies at legendary clubs like Work Events and VIVA NYC, and commanded international stages at massive events including Barcelona’s Circuit Festival and Bangkok’s Songkran. An official remixer for icons such as Madonna, Justin Bieber, CHER, and Christina Aguilera, his Billboard-charting productions and signature edits fuse pounding tribal percussion, soaring vocals, and Afro-progressive grooves into unforgettable journeys that ignite dancefloors and lift spirits. A pioneer in the global LGBTQ+ scene, PAULO is also the founder of Tribal Bitch Productions, curates acclaimed podcasts like After Dark Sessions, AfroPulse, and Time Master, and explores funky Nu-Disco vibes through his alter ego PAULO-LITE and the Funk Daddy series.

With over a decade of experience behind the decks, Eddie Martinez has carved out a commanding presence in the global electronic dance music scene. Hailing from Brooklyn, New York, Martinez was inspired early on by the city’s vibrant underground nightlife. What began with intimate sets in Manhattan soon transformed into a meteoric rise, launched by a breakout residency at Fire Island Pines’ iconic Pavilion nightclub at just 21 years old.
A pivotal moment in Martinez’s career came when he caught the attention of Grammy Award-winning DJ and producer Peter Rauhofer. Their relationship quickly evolved into a deep mentorship and close friendship, with Martinez becoming a resident DJ for Rauhofer’s legendary WORK! parties. Sharing the stage with his mentor at some of the country’s most influential events, Martinez soon became a staple of New York City nightlife—earning a reputation for his high-octane sets, remix prowess, and ability to ignite any crowd.
A master of energy, rhythm, and vibe, Eddie has mesmerized dance floors around the world, performing in premier venues across Europe, Asia, South America, and North America. His international appeal and high-impact sound have secured him headlining slots at globally renowned events and festivals, including World Pride (NYC, Toronto, DC), White Party Miami, Winter Party Festival, Market Days Chicago, RAPIDO Amsterdam, The Black Party (The Saint at Large), Masterbeat, Matinée Group’s Pervert, Angels Zurich, Songkran Thailand, Discover Tokyo, URGE Miami, HIM & GYM Club (Seoul), Revolution Party Brazil, Santiago Chile, WE Party, Papa Party, and many more.
From New York to Tokyo, Eddie’s influence extends through marquee residencies in top nightlife cities including Miami, Los Angeles, Chicago, San Francisco, Atlanta, Boston, Seattle, and beyond—solidifying his role as a global tastemaker in electronic music.
As a producer, Martinez consistently evolves his sound with boldness and precision. A graduate of SAE Institute with a degree in audio engineering, his 2014 debut album Hybrid reached #90 on the iTunes electronic chart, featuring standouts like “One Love” and “Believe.” His follow-up album Foreplay (2016) pushed boundaries even further, resonating with audiences across Europe and Australia with club-ready tracks like “I Need U,” “Show Me,” and “The Party!”
In 2018, Eddie’s single “Something About You,” released via Tommy Boy Records, charted in both Australia and Japan. His 2019 EP Digital Love soared to #1 on Beatport’s Big Room chart and maintained top-10 positions across multiple genres. His recent LP, Nocturnal Emissions—an 8-track, darkly sensual sonic voyage—features favorites like “You & I,” “Sickening,” and “Between You & Me.”
Martinez’s fifth studio release, LOVE LETTERS, delivers 17 powerful tracks, including fan favorites “Work 4 Me,” “Deep Desire,” and “You Want It,” released on Germany’s Vamos Music. His banger “Serving It” landed on the legendary Nervous Records imprint, further solidifying his mark in the industry. Meanwhile, his acclaimed Movement podcast has topped PodOmatic’s Progressive House charts multiple times, while his latest RED ROOM Series showcases his signature cutting-edge sound—seductive, tribal, and relentlessly forward-thinking.
Eddie’s talent and impact have been spotlighted in OUT Magazine—which named him the #1 DJ to Know—as well as features in The Huffington Post, The New York Post, EDGE Magazine, Next Magazine, One Way Magazine, and Man About World.
Driven by a passion to move people through music, Eddie Martinez continues to raise the bar in the world of dance music. Whether headlining a massive festival or delivering an intimate after-hours set, Martinez brings raw energy, bold beats, and unforgettable moments to dance floors across the globe.

Although I don't actively DJ any longer, I am still very interested in listening to various mixes and mixsets.

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Allan Natal is a renowned Brazilian DJ and producer, considered one of the biggest names in EDM/Tribal House. There is no doubt that Allan has become a reference both in music production and in commanding the dance floor.

With a consolidated career spanning 17 years, Allan has demonstrated the rare ability to adapt his sound to different eras and audiences without having to give up his identity. That’s why he continues to perform at the biggest clubs, parties and festivals in Brazil and around the World.

The recognition of his quality has allowed him to go beyond borders. We often see Allan livening up the dance floors of several international stages: Thailand, The United States, Australia, Spain, France, Portugal, Chile, Colombia, Canada, Switzerland, Germany, Israel, Argentina and Mexico.

With his unique style, the public recognizes the sound that identifies him. Allan has developed a versatility and style that combines elements of House, Trance, Tribal, EDM and other genres. This unmistakable mix of styles - which he brings to his performances and productions - makes his presence so striking in the electronic music scene. With this, he brings unforgettable performances and unique sound experiences to the dance floors. This is reinforced by the connection with the public and fans, who know very well when Allan is conducting the sound.

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