After a Melbourne debut in 2025, internationally acclaimed Maltese festival GLITCH returns for one night only on Saturday, 18 April 2026, taking over PICA in Port Melbourne with its signature blend of forward-thinking electronic music and immersive production.
Known for pushing boundaries and spotlighting both global heavyweights and rising talent, GLITCH gives local audiences another chance to experience the festival’s high-impact club energy up close.
For 2026, the lineup brings together an impressive mix of international names and Melbourne favourites. Melbourne’s own DJ AYA sets the tone with hypnotic, melodic techno built for long, late-night sessions. Colombian-born, Berlin-based Funk Tribu brings trance-inflected melodies and modern club drive, fresh from standout appearances at Tomorrowland, EDC Vegas and Creamfields. Germany’s Lammer delivers genre-blurring sets that move between techno, house and breakbeat, while US-based MIJA adds bass-heavy, melodic house designed to light up the room.
Local talent remains a core part of the night. Mikalah Watego represents Melbourne’s underground with emotive melodies and pulsing rhythms that reflect the city’s evolving electronic sound. Upper90 rounds out the lineup with fast-paced, rave-ready techno, leaning into raw energy and peak-time intensity.
Founded in Malta, GLITCH has grown into one of Europe’s most respected electronic music festivals, earning a reputation for bold programming and immersive experiences. Past lineups have included Charlotte de Witte, Amelie Lens, Marcel Dettmann, Carl Craig, Honey Dijon and KI/KI. Its inclusion in DJ Mag’s Top 100 Festivals for both 2024 and 2025 reflects its influence on the global scene.
For one night only, PICA will host a tightly curated journey through hypnotic grooves, intricate rhythms and boundary-pushing electronic music.
Presale registration is now open. Presale tickets go on sale 12pm AEDT Thursday 12th February 2026, with general public tickets available from 12pm AEDT Friday 13th February 2026.
