HARD CANDY - Zurich’s Happiest Trance Party

HARD CANDY (18+) is a high-velocity celebration of “Happy Trance”—a genre-bending fusion of 90s Eurodance nostalgia, shimmering acid, and bouncy techno. Drawing inspiration from new-wave icons like Marlon Hoffstadt, Malugi, and KI/KI, this night is precision-engineered for maximum dopamine and unapologetic queer joy. SPECIAL GUESTS RIN Zurich’s own powerhouse is joining the lineup! RIN is the definition of high-velocity energy, known for her fast, bouncy, and hard-hitting sound. Fresh off her massive performances at HÖR Berlin and LOVEFEST, she’s bringing the infectious, rhythmic grooves that define the new wave of Swiss hard bounce. SUNNY Also joining the decks is SUNNY, a DJ who radiates warm and euphoric energy on the dancefloor. Her sets move between groovy, trancey, and bouncy sounds, carried by a euphoric flow between lightness and intensity. Having commanded stages at MÄX Zürich, Technoabteil, Kaputt Mit Stil, and Abfahrt, SUNNY brings a distinct, high-energy presence to the party. OUR RESIDENTS VIOLESC Returning to his Belgian roots, VIOLESC fuses pulsating kicks and heavy baselines with hypnotic acid motifs. Moving away from purely melodic scenes, he delivers a mesmerizing, ethereal trip that maintains unyielding power. Expect a high-energy fantasy where you can lose yourself in the rhythm. VENA Our rising star from Germany makes her Zurich residency debut! Influenced by deep trance odysseys, VENA weaves emotive, transcendent sounds with luminous, uplifting melodies. Her sets are an invitation to disconnect from reality and enter a trippy, intense atmosphere that lingers long after the lights come up. Together, our residents are on a mission to curate the HARD CANDY lineup as a vibrant platform to uplift the local Swiss DJ scene. THE COMMUNITY As with every girls&gays event, HARD CANDY is a queer safe space first. We prioritize the safety, expression, and joy of our community above all else. Everyone is welcome; respect is mandatory. Follow @girlsandgaysglobal for lineup reveals & surprises