Thinking about booking a destination festival for March 2025? SXM should be high on your list. Set on the island of Saint Martin/Sint Maarten, it’s a full week of music, beaches, parties, and that kind of tropical magic you don’t really get anywhere else.
With so many options out there, choosing where to go isn’t easy — but if you’re after a proper mix of world-class music and dreamy surroundings, SXM Festival is hard to beat. Here are five reasons we think it’s one of the best destination parties of 2025.
The Lineup
With headliners like Vintage Culture, Cassy, DJ Three, Culoe de Song, and Konstantine Sibold, Adam Ten, AJ Christou, Anja Schneider, Chus, Dana Ruh (live), Doc Martin, Eli & Fur, Fleur Shore, Harry Romero, Ilario Alicante, Kevin Saunderson, Loco Dice, Robag Wruhme, Roy Rosenfeld, Shimza and Tiefschwarz amongst many more, SXM Festival promises an eclectic mix of world-class acts spanning various electronic genres. What’s more, each one plays in a mix of unique locations so will match their sets to the setting for an even more unique time.
Tropical Paradise Location
SXM takes place on the island of Saint Martin/Sint Maarten — and honestly, the setting is half the magic. You’ve got white sand beaches, green hills, and sunsets that stop you in your tracks. The island blends French and Dutch cultures, which you can feel in the food, the vibe, and the way everything flows. Whether you’re exploring the rainforest or just posting up by the water with a drink in hand, it’s the perfect place to escape for a week.
Unique Venues
SXM Festival is switching things up this year with five stunning new venues to explore. There’s Bamboo House, a 19th-century sugar mill turned party spot in Cole Bay, and Moonbar — an open-air, futuristic nightclub right in the middle of Maho. You’ve also got Kalatua Beach, a sleek lounge on Mullet Bay, Lotus Nightclub (voted the island’s best), and Rainbow Café, giving full-on St Tropez beach club vibes in Grand Case.
They’ll be joining returning favourites like Boho Beach and the iconic Arc main stage, plus the Ocean and Panorama stages — both offering seriously unreal views. And if that’s not enough, the Boat and Villa parties are back too, bringing the energy to some of the island’s most scenic spots.
Diverse Experiences
SXM isn’t just about the music — it’s the whole experience. Think island adventures, art popping up in unexpected places, and day trips that make it feel like more than just a festival. Whether you’re into exploring, relaxing, or just soaking up the vibe, there’s plenty to get lost in beyond the dancefloor. It is a place of endless local culture to explore with some mouthwatering cuisines for all budget levels available to explore and enjoy and keep you fuelled throughout.
Exclusive Treatment
Festival-goers can choose from 3 or 7-day EPIC or PREMIUM experiences, granting access to main events, satellite parties, and exclusive perks like priority access to limited capacity events and VIP amenities, elevating their festival experience to new heights. Enhance your festival experience with the SXM Festival Villa Collection, offering exclusive perks including private airport transfers, a welcome gift, access to the Ultra VIP parking area at Happy Bay for convenient entry, full concierge service, and curated island experiences. Book now at sxmfestival.com/villa for an elevated stay during the event.
