Varkala Festival

13/02/2017

Varkalaers, it is with absolute devastation that we have to announce that the 2017 edition of Varkala will not be going ahead.

Our party last year was everything we hoped to be, the DJs and the community feel were outstanding, but unfortunately the weight of the cost of 2016 has taken a much larger toll than we initially thought on meeting budget deadlines for this year meaning we simply cannot continue planning for the July event.

We really are so sorry. Anyone that has already bought a ticket will be refunded (please wait up to 6 weeks for that process to be completed).

If you do have any questions, as always, please do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected]

Lots of love, from a very sad Varkala team x

09/01/2017

Happy New Year! We hope everyone had a wonderful festive period, we sure did.

Now back to the music, the lovely Shanti Celeste​ spoke to Melbourne Deepcast​ and also provided a rather decent mix to boot. Check it out before she heads to Varkala Festival 2017​.

A much loved Bristol party starter sets the mood.

20/12/2016

Sure Shot's a breaky roller by Golesworthy, an integral part of the Varkala family, released on Banoffee Pies Records limited series earlier this year.

Event: Varkala Festival 2017

Release Info: Label: Banoffee Pies Records Catalogue Number: BPLS003 Release Type: LIMITED PRESS / WHITE LABEL. / HAND STAMPED /PRINTED INNER SLEEVE Various Artists: Tell / Malcolm / SofaTalk / Golesw

14/12/2016

Check out Bruno Schmidt's stellar mix for Yay, winding through some outrageous minimal, house, techno and electro sounds. You can catch him at Varkala Festival 2017.

Hifi, Spinning Plates - UK

12/12/2016

Earlier this year, Stamp The Wax spoke to Brian Not Brian (Going Good Records) about his deep appreciation of vinyl, with a lovely light mix perfect for a Monday morning to accompany it.

Event - Varkala Festival 2017

Racking the shelves of Belfast's premium record selector.

06/12/2016

We're very pleased to present to you the first of a series of mixes from Varkala Festival 2016 for your listening recreation.

On top of having a sizeable chunk of our high-profile sets from August recorded, we'll also be uploading various mixes from artists and diggers that form part of the Varkala family from here on out.

Crump & Cal Swingler stepped up to the turntables as the first set on the final day of the festival. Unfortunately, we didn't record the first 20 minutes of the set, which started with a rather relaxed, deep, dubby tone, but for the rest of the set that we did capture, they gradually increased the tenacity, bringing everyone back up to dancing mood and providing the energy needed for a full on Sunday-funday.

So sit back, lock in and Crump up the jam!

Crump & Cal Swingler stepped up to the turntables as the first set on the final day of the festival at the Shipping Container stage. Unfortunately, we didn't record the first 20 minutes of the set, wh

02/12/2016

Thanks to Resident Advisor for the mention: https://www.residentadvisor.net/feed/97223.

Shanti Celeste and Brian Not Brian have also been tapped for the second edition of the boutique UK festival, which will take place at Berkshire's Park View Farm in July.

01/12/2016

Varkala family listen up!

With it now officially being the run up to Christmas, we have decided to celebrate early and announce a staggering headliner to our 2017 edition.

DJ Stingray will be gracing us with his presence at Park View Farm next year and we simply cannot wait.

Those feeling particularly festive can treat yourselves or a friend to a ticket by following this link: http://buytickets.at/varkalafestival/69531

11/11/2016

EARLY BIRDS NOW AVAILABLE - £69
Varkala Festival 2017 - 28th-30th July
EVENT: Varkala Festival 2017

Varkala family, we're now offering early bird tickets for just £69 for the 2nd edition of Varkala Festival in 2017.

Last year was a truly amazing experience for us all with many of us making new friendships while enjoying cutting edge DJs within a warm, tight-knit community. We've been overwhelmed by the wonderful reviews from you lovely folk and we can't wait to start revealing what's in store for the 2017 edition.

Grab a 3-day festival & camping ticket for under £70 by visiting the following link here: http://buytickets.at/varkalafestival/69531

31/08/2016

"Varkala’s debut was an excellent foundation to what is hopefully a party that lasts a generation." Urban Essence, thank you!

Simplicity is key.

24/08/2016

Photos from the first Varkala Festival.

The first Varkala Festival.
Photographer: Alex Kurunis

23/08/2016

Thanks for the review Crack Magazine.

Blessed with sunshine for almost the entire weekend, the vibe of the inaugural Varkhala Festival was notably relaxed