Empire Of The Sun Transform Cabo Into A Dreamworld With "Chrysalis" Three-Day Immersive Festival
- Charles Luberisse
- Nov 21
- 2 min read
Written By: Big C
If rebirth had a soundtrack, it would sound like a doorway opening under starlight. Empire Of The Sun returns with Chrysalis, a fully imagined destination experience unfolding May 14–16, 2026 at Iskali Gardens. the visionary duo invites fans into another world of the lush sanctuary tucked inside Hotel El Ganzo on the shores of San José del Cabo. It’s Empire Of The Sun at their most cinematic, blending their surreal universe with living art, open-air stages, hidden pathways, and nightly exclusive performances. It’s a festival designed like a pilgrimage, built on the group’s hallmark creativity, elaborate costuming, and gravity-defying stage production. Luke Steele captures the spirit with a vivid proclamation:
Chrysalis is about imagination and rebirth. This festival is designed to be spirit immersive - where people leave transformed. The festival's story focuses on the circle of symbols - the door, the egg, key, wings and bell. It's in the Chrysalis that these symbols communicate to us like a secret language - The Door, the threshold. The Key, the revelation. The Bell, awakening. Wings, the future self and The Egg, beginnings. It's about creating a journey through music, art and spirit. In a world that is overflowing with distortion, it's time to let yourself be carried away.
His words frame the festival like an ascension. A place meant to change you as you pass through it, guided by sound, light, and curated artistry across the gardens, sculptures, and forests of Iskali. The experience expands on the awe of their Ask That God era. Chrysalis pushes their world further, offering multiple Empire sets, hand-selected artists, and exclusive encounters shaped for deep immersion. VIP tiers elevate the journey even more, from early entry and custom cocktails to rare gatherings with Steele himself. Also, including a limited Chrysalis Session at Hotel El Ganzo and a spiritual welcome dinner for Super Empyrean passholders. Pre-sale begins November 20 at 12PM PST, with general on-sale following November 21. Step into the world of "Chrysalis" and connect with Empire Of The Sun on YouTube, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok.
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