For two days this past Labor Day Weekend, we all met at Clayton’s Beach Resort for the return of South Padre Island’s Isla Del Sol Fest. Today, we are delighted to announce that the official photo’s from the event have been released!

Click over to our photo galleries to bring back all the memories from this year’s Isla. Are you social? Share the photo albums with your friends so they can see (and be jealous of) the tropical getaway for themselves. Be sure to tag yourself and everyone you know in our Facebook galleries.

Thanks to everyone who came and made Isla Del Sol Fest 2013 the best yet. We’ll see you next you next year!

Isla Del Sol Fest Photo Albums

• Isla Del Sol Fest 2013 Day 1 Photos by Rebecca Britt
• Isla Del Sol Fest 2013 Day 2 Photos by Rebecca Britt

As we close the doors on Isla Del Sol Fest 2013, all of us at Disco Donnie Presents, Global Groove Events, and Sugar Society would like to thank the numerous volunteers, performers, and the dedicated staff at Clayton’s Beach Resort whose dedication, hard work, and commitment helped make Isla the amazing tropical getaway it was. We also want to thank the City of South Padre Island for their valued assistance and support!

We couldn’t have done it alone. Keep up the great work. We’ll see you at the fourth annual Ultimate Music Experience on March 13th, 14th, and 15th of 2014! Follow UME updates on facebook and twitter!

Disco Donnie Presents, Global Groove Events and Sugar Society would like to give an oversized THANK YOU to all of you who made the second annual Isla Del Sol Fest such a success! We’re so happy to have an extended Isla family and we can’t wait to see you all next year!

As long as you music lovers continue to support these events, we can continue to go on these island getaways with an awe soundtrack filled with top-notch acts! THANK YOU AGAIN Isla! We couldn’t have done it without you!

Thank you to everyone who partied at tropical paradise Isla Del Sol Fest at Clayton’s Beach Resort and danced all night! And another thanks to Major Lazer, Carnage, and Jesse Marco for providing the soundtrack! We had so much fun last night and we can’t wait to hear more great music tonight from Showtek, Quintino, and Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike! What are you waiting for? The doors are open and the dance floor is ready for you! While you’re enjoying your getaway today, please remember to be safe and healthy.

Limited tickets available at the door; we’ll see you soon!

Your perfect island getaway, Isla Del Sol Fest, is now open and ready to party! Over the next two days, you will enjoy the sounds of heavyweight headliners like Major Lazer, Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike, Showtek, Quintino, Carnage, and Jesse Marco all set atop a tropical paradise you will never forget! The gates are now open, so what are you waiting for?!

You’re a day away from going on a tropical getaway. So before you head out to Isla Del Sol Fest tomorrow, we’ve decided to help you out today.

To streamline your preparation, we created a list of the essential things you need to know about Isla and put it all on one page — because hey, you’re almost on vacation! Easy button appears in 3, 2, 1…

Still don’t have your ticket? Buy your tickets now and secure your ticket at the best possible price!

Guidelines and Reminders

We have a few other guidelines and reminders to make sure you have the optimal Isla experience.

View the Isla Del Sol Fest Guidelines and Reminders!

Artist Schedule

Make sure you don’t miss any of your favorite performers on August 31st and September 1st. We’ll see you soon!

View the Isla Del Sol Fest Artist Schedule!

Directions and Parking

Here is a quick list of ways to get to Clayton’s Beach Resort from the area to make sure you can arrive at the event worry-free. Parking at the venue is limited, so be sure to have some cash to park in a secured lot or timed meter.

View the Isla Del Sol Fest Directions and Parking Information!

Ticket Reminders

Another year of Isla Del Sol Festival is just a day away, and in preparation with the upcoming event, we have a few ticket reminders to make sure you have a fun and carefree island experience.

View the Isla Del Sol Fest Ticket Reminders!

Another year of Isla Del Sol Fest is almost upon us and if you haven’t bought your ticket yet, there will be some at the door — but we highly suggest you order your tickets online ahead of time. Also, please beware of frauds and scalpers, we’d hate for anyone to miss out on the fun!

Here are a few other guidelines and reminders to make sure you have the optimal Isla experience.

• Day 1: Saturday, August 31 8:00 PM – 2:00 AM
• Day 2: Sunday, September 1, 2013 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
• Clayton’s Beach Resort: 6900 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX 7859
• Age Limit: Everyone Welcome

Tickets and Wristbands

DO NOT REMOVE YOUR WRISTBAND. Tickets and wristbands will not be reissued under any circumstance and are not transferable, so please hold onto them.

Isla Del Sol Fest urges our patrons to beware of fraud and counterfeit tickets, whether online or in the parking lot of the event. Please do not buy tickets from scalpers. To assure the authenticity of your ticket purchase, please only purchase tickets from authorized ticket outlets. Authorized ticket outlets include the IslaDelSolFest.com website, Eventbrite.com website, official Isla Del Sol Fest street team members, and Hermes Music Stores located in McAllen, TX and Brownsville, TX.

Zero Tolerance For Drug Use or Possession

The use or possession of any illegal drugs or substances will not be tolerated anywhere inside or outside the venue. If you are found inebriated at the door, security will not allow you to enter the venue. Event staff reserves the right to refuse entry to anyone. Please come with a smile and be prepared to enjoy an evening full of music, dancing, and the full festival experience.

Safety and Medical

We are dedicated to providing a safe environment for everyone and keeping the event secure. Public and private security as well as medical staff will be present throughout the entire event. If you need any assistance please look for medical and Information tent(s), or seek out a peace officer or event staff member.

Food and Beverages

Food and beverages are available inside Clayton’s Beach Resort.

Bars for 21+

Mixed drinks and cold beer will be served at the bars located throughout the event for those who are 21 years of age or older.

Weather

The festival will take place rain or shine.

Acceptable Forms of Identification for Entry

• Any U.S. government issued driver’s license or identification card provided that it contains a photograph and date of birth.
• A U.S. or foreign government issued passport containing a photograph and date of birth.

Unacceptable Forms of Identification for Entry

• School identification.
• Consular identification.
• Licenses issued in countries other than the U.S.
• Expired identification of any kind.
• Birth certificates.
• Xerox copies of any identification.

Important Reminders

• NO Re-entry/Ins & Outs.
• NO Refunds or Exchanges.
• NO Sitting on Designated Dance Floor Areas.
• NO Moshing, Crowd Surfing or Stage Diving.
• NO Unauthorized/Unlicensed Vendors Allowed.
• NO Unauthorized Solicitations, Handbills, Sampling, Give-Aways, etc..

Prohibited Items

• NO Illegal Substances.
• NO Drugs or Drug Paraphernalia.
• NO Pets.
• NO Massagers.
• NO Laser Pointers.
• NO LED Gloves or LED Microlights used for Light Shows.
• NO Glowsticks.
• NO Pacifiers or Dust Masks.
• NO Eyedrops (available inside festival at the General Store).
• NO Glass, Cans, Cups or Coolers.
• NO Markers, Pens or Spray Paint.
• NO Large Chains or Spiked Jewelry.
• NO Stickers, Flyers, Banners or Posters.
• NO Balloons, Balls, Inflatable Balls or Frisbees.
• NO Tents, Large Umbrellas, Chairs or Blankets.
• NO Backpacks Over 12″ ö” 12″.
• NO Camelbaks or Bota Bags.
• NO Large Purses or Bags (Anything Over 10″ ö” 10″).
• NO Stuffed Animals or Dolls (Including Plush Backpacks).
• NO Open Packs of Cigarettes or Unsealed Tampons (Upon Entry).
• NO Outside Food or Beverages (Including Alcohol and Candy).
• NO Weapons of any Kind (Includes Pocket Knives, Pepper Spray, Fireworks, etc.).
• NO Professional Recording Equipment – Photo, Video, or Audio (No Detachable Lenses, Tripods, Big Zooms or Commercial Use Rigs).
• NO Video Cameras.
• NO flags or totems which contain metal pieces, flammable materials, professional camera/video equipment, sharpened elements, or are capable of being pounded into the ground or hurting others. We reserve the right to refuse or inspect any totem for any grounds whatsoever, including, but not limited to: safety and/or prohibited item concerns.

Acceptable Items

• YES Small Bags, Single Compartment Backpacks and Purses (maximum 10″ ö” 10″).
• YES Fanny Packs.
• YES Non-Professional Flash/Still Cameras.
• YES Cell Phones.
• YES Sunglasses.
• YES Hats.
• YES Lighters.
• YES Closed Packs of Cigarettes.
• YES Sealed/Wrapped Tampons.
• YES Earplugs.
• YES Sealed Chapstick and Lipgloss.
• YES Glowing/Illuminated Costumes or Jewelry.
• YES Sealed Packs of Gum.

Please Bring

• Your Ticket.
• Your Photo ID.
• Smiles.
• Comfortable Clothing and Shoes.
• Good Vibes.
• Festival Costumes Encouraged!

Isla Del Sol Fest is right around the corner and whether you’re traveling to the festival by plane, train, or automobile, some of you are making your way to the area from various parts of the country. So we’ve decided to save you some time and trouble. Here is a quick list of ways to get to Clayton’s Beach Resort from the area to make sure you can arrive at the event worry-free. Parking at the venue is limited, so be sure to have some cash to park in a secured lot or timed meter.

Tickets are still available for purchase online, buy your tickets today!

From Dallas, Fort Worth, and San Antonio:

• Take I-35E S via the ramp to I-30
• Keep left to stay on I-35E S, follow signs for Waco
• Continue onto I-35 S
• Keep left to stay on I-35 S
• Keep left to continue on I-410 S
• Take exit 41 to merge onto I-37 S toward Corpus Christi
• Take exit 14 to merge onto I-69 S/US-77 S toward Kingsville/Brownsville
• Continue onto US-77 S
• Continue onto I-69E S/US-77 S
• Take the exit toward TX-100/Farm to Market Rd1421/S Padre Island
• Merge onto Frontage Rd
• Turn left onto TX-100 E/Rice Tract Rd
• Continue to follow TX-100 E
• Turn left onto Padre Blvd/State Park Rd 100
• Turn right to 6900 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX 78597

From Houston:

• Merge onto I-45 N via the ramp on the left to Dallas
• Take exit 48A for Interstate 10 E toward Beaumont
• Merge onto I-10 E
• Take exit 770A to merge onto US-59 S
• Continue onto I-69/US-59 S
• Continue onto US-59 S/Southwest Fwy
• Continue to follow US-59 S
• Continue onto TX-91 Loop S/E Frontage Rd
• Continue onto US-77 S
• Take the ramp onto I-37 S/US-77 S
• Take exit 14 to merge onto I-69 S/US-77 S toward Kingsville/Brownsville
• Continue onto US-77 S
• Continue onto I-69E S/US-77 S
• Take the exit toward TX-100/Farm to Market Rd1421/S Padre Island
• Merge onto Frontage Rd
• Turn left onto TX-100 E/Rice Tract Rd
• Continue to follow TX-100 E
• Turn left onto Padre Blvd/State Park Rd 100
• Turn right to 6900 Padre Blvd, South Padre Island, TX 78597

Another year of Isla Del Sol Festival is just days away, and in preparation with the upcoming event, we have a few ticket reminders to make sure you have a fun and carefree island experience.

If you haven’t bought your tickets to the festival yet, don’t fret! Online ticket sales will continue on through to the day of the event. Please beware of frauds and scalpers.

Ticket Warning

Isla Del Sol Fest urges our patrons to beware of fraud and counterfeit tickets, whether online or in the parking lot of the event. Please do not buy tickets from scalpers. To assure the authenticity of your ticket purchase, please only purchase tickets from authorized ticket outlets. Authorized ticket outlets include the IslaDelSolFest.com website, Eventbrite.com website, official Isla Del Sol Fest street team members, and Hermes Music Stores located in McAllen, TX and Brownsville, TX.

DO NOT REMOVE YOUR WRISTBAND. Tickets and wristbands will not be reissued under any circumstance and are not transferable, so please hold onto them.

Isla Del Sol Fest will take place rain or shine. The acts we advertise have confirmed their appearance, however acts are subject to change without notice. Please guard your tickets carefully. Prices will increase and tickets may sell out as allotments run out, so please buy early to get the best pricing.

Fresh off the success of their massive hit “Chatahoochee,” Isla Del Sol Fest acts Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike are definitely at the top of their A-game right now. Releasing a steady output of banging remixes and festival-inspired house, the brotherly duo are one of the hottest names in dance music.

Though the world is buzzing for this tenacious duo, the Dimitri and Michael Thivaios did not have the same the mindset about their future career paths. Dimitri began DJing at the age of 14, making ​​several appearances in smaller clubs and also became the resident DJ at BeatFM radio. He later left Belgium in 1999 and began touring Europe. Living in Mallorca and Halkidiki, Greece before moving eventually making his way to Ibiza in 2003, Dimitri’s prominence rose to become the resident at world renowned clubs like Privilege and Space. It was here on the island of every dance music fan’s paradise, where the boys stumbled onto a great idea. Dimitri recalls, “Well we were actually born in Greece but moved to Belgium when we were kids. Mike’s always been more into hip-hop than me and been MCing for a while, then when I was out in Ibiza I was playing house in a club, Mike walked in and started flowing some beats on top of my mix just for fun, and the whole place went nuts. We tried it a couple more times and every time the same reaction so we knew we were on to something special. It’s just blown up from there.”

Even with a steady sure-fire formula in hand, it wasn’t until much later that Dimitri and Mike would feel they could commit to music fully as a career. Mike relives that time in an interview, “I think the pinpoint for us was in 2005 when we decided to move back to Belgium after living years in places like Ibiza etc with non stop parties, build our studio and focus on producing music. We decided to get serious and it paid off.” And pay off it most certainly did as their introduction to the world would be their edit of Swedish House Mafia’s “Leave the World Behind.” The following year, Dimitri and Mike became Tommorrowland residents, a title that they still hold to this day.

If they aren’t packing on the energy in their massive sets in sold-out shows around the world, you can currently catch Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike in the studio or manning their own imprint Smash The House, a sister to Spinnin’ Records. Catch the duo when they make their way to South Padre Island for Isla Del Sol Fest. Have you bought your tickets yet?

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