Caprices Festival 2026 Unveils New Alpine Home in Gstaad With First Phase Lineup for Winter Edition

After more than two decades shaping the global blueprint for mountaintops electronic music festivals, Caprices Festival is officially entering a bold new chapter. The iconic Swiss winter gathering has announced that its 2026 Winter Edition will relocate from Crans-Montana to Eggli, Gstaad, bringing with it new stages, refined production, and a stacked first phase lineup for two weekends of music in the Alps: March 13–15 and March 20–22, 2026. Known for blending cutting-edge electronic music with breathtaking alpine scenery, Caprices’ move to Eggli, perched high above Gstaad, unlocks panoramic 360° views of the Swiss Alps and introduces an entirely reimagined festival infrastructure. The new site offers deeper integration with nature, improved protection from the elements, and expanded creative freedom for stage design, all while preserving the intimate, high-level experience Caprices is known for. A New Alpine Playground With Three Distinct Stages At the heart of the new location is a streamlined access system, with gondolas operating continuously from midday until 4AM, delivering guests to the summit in just seven minutes. Once at the top, attendees will experience three newly developed glasshouse stages, each crafted with its own sonic and visual identity: The Peak Stage – large-scale performances set against sweeping alpine backdrops The CNTRL Stage – an intimate space designed for extended sets and exclusive back-to-backs The Ridge Stage – focused on experimental sounds and immersive concepts Across all stages, Caprices will continue its reputation for world-class scenography, lighting design, video mapping, and installations. Caprices has always been about the connection between nature, art and music. By moving to Gstaad, we remain faithful to this vision while taking the overall experience to an even higher levelMaxime Léonard, Co-Founder and CEO of Caprices Honoring Legacy While Welcoming the Future The 2026 lineup reflects Caprices’ unique balance of legacy artists and forward-thinking talent. Longtime favorites including Ricardo Villalobos, Luciano (b2b Dennis Cruz), Sonja Moonear, Sven Väth, DJ Tennis, Jamie Jones, Bedouin, Dan Ghenacia, and Raresh (with RPR Soundsystem) return to help inaugurate the festival’s new alpine home. The festival is also welcoming a fresh wave of debut performers, including Vintage Culture, Mau P, Adam Ten, Josh Baker, Alisha, Cincity, Sally C, Stoffela, and Mita Gami, representing the next generation shaping the global underground. “We want Caprices to remain ahead of the curve — a place where the artists who built the festival’s history meet the talents who are defining its future,” adds Kerol Kollom, Head of Talent for Caprices. Two Weekends, Two Distinct Musical Journeys Each weekend brings its own musical identity: Weekend One (March 13–15, 2026) leans into driving techno, house, and melodic sounds for serious dancefloor energy, featuring artists such as DVS1, Joseph Capriati, Sven Väth, Mind Against, Luciano b2b Dennis Cruz, Ryan Elliott b2b Quest, WhoMadeWho (Hybrid Set), Ilario Alicante, Adam Ten, and Cincity. Weekend Two (March 20–22, 2026) expands into a broader sonic spectrum with house, minimal, and afro-influenced grooves from Jamie Jones, Mau P, Ricardo Villalobos b2b Sonja Moonear, Bedouin, DJ Tennis, Craig Richards b2b Call Super, Francesco Del Garda, Sally C, Shimza, Traumer, Toman, and Vintage Culture. More artists and stage concepts will be revealed in the coming months. Travel, Lodging & Regional Access To support the expanded format, Caprices is offering a wide range of accommodations throughout the Gstaad region, from five-star luxury hotels to more accessible stays. A curated selection of apartments and chalets will also be available via Airbnb and partner platforms, with direct booking links available through the festival website. A dedicated shuttle system will operate around the clock, connecting surrounding villages including Saanen, Rougemont, Schönried, Saanenmöser, Turbach, Lauenen, and Zweisimmen directly to both the resort and festival site. Tickets for Caprices Festival 2026 are on sale now. For passes, accommodations, and full event details, visit the Official Site. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Caprices Festival (@capricesfestival) The post Caprices Festival 2026 Unveils New Alpine Home in Gstaad With First Phase Lineup for Winter Edition appeared first on EDMTunes.