AFTER DARK @ DJX
As the energy of Sunset Sessions winds down, the excitement shifts to DJX After Dark, where music, networking, and nightlife collide. Spanning five exclusive parties, DJX After Dark brings together top DJs, influencers, and industry leaders for performances that are as much about connection as they are about entertainment. These events are where the DJ community truly comes alive, and the magic happens—ideas are shared and lasting relationships are built.
On average, DJs attend 80% of the official DJX After Dark events, making them a crucial part of the DJX experience. From creating content to expanding networks, these parties provide sponsors Providing give-aways and merch in a high-energy atmosphere. With livestreaming, social media buzz, and real-time engagement, DJX After Dark puts you in the middle of DJ Industry nightlife.
Whether you’re here to unwind or catch inspiration from world-class talent, these events offer the perfect blend of business and partying.
DJX ‘26
After Dark &
Sunset Sessions Events
Monday, August 10, 2026 (starts 9pm-2am)
DJX ‘26 After Dark:
Opening Party to Feature Two Legends
DJX will present a pair of dance-music legends – Jellybean Benitez and Arthur Baker – for its opening-night party on Monday, Aug. 10 at HQ2 Nightclub in the Ocean Casino Resort.
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DJX ’26 After Dark Opening Night Party with Jellybean Benitez and Arthur Baker
Open to all DJX Pass Holders.
You must be 21-years old with a valid ID to enter.
Monday, August 10, 2026 (starts 6:30-8pm)
Kick Off DJX at Sunset Sessions with QSC
Join the QSC team for an evening of great food, music, and conversation as you reconnect with old friends, meet new ones, and ease into an exciting week at DJX. It's the perfect way to unwind before the night's DJX After Dark festivities begin.
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Sunset Sessions @ DJX '26 with QSC
Open to all DJX Pass Holders. All Access & VIP Pass Holders have priority.
Tuesday, August 11, 2026 (starts 6:30-8pm)
AlphaTheta Returns to Sunset Sessions
Join us at The Balcony of the Hard Rock Hotel on Tuesday, Aug. 11, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Groove with the Carnival Cruise Line DJs and enjoy delicious food and drinks.
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Sunset Sessions @ DJX '26 with AlphaTheta
Open to all DJX Pass Holders. All Access & VIP Pass Holders have priority.
Tuesday, August 11, 2026 (starts 8pm-1am)
DJX ‘26 After Dark: Tuesday’s ‘Respect the DJ’ Rooftop Party
On Tuesday night, Aug. 11, at the VÜE Rooftop Bar at The Claridge Hotel, the DJX After Dark event series continues with “Respect the DJ” party, which will present such diverse DJ talents.
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Open to all DJX Pass Holders.
Wednesday, August 12, 2026 (starts 8pm-11pm)
DJX ‘26 After Dark: ‘Legacy of the Mix’ Mobile Party
With giveaways supplied by AlphaTheta, RCF, JetPack Bags and beyerdynamic, the “Legacy of the Mix” mobile party will rock The Balcony’s dancefloor with DJX-era sounds.
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Open to All Access & VIP Pass holders.
Wednesday, August 12, 2026 (starts 11pm-2am)
DJX ‘26 After Dark: ‘Mell Starr & Friends’ Closing Party
Be at The Balcony Bar (formerly DAER nightclub) in the Hard Rock on Wednesday night, Aug. 12, when DJX’s After Dark series presents “Mell Starr & Friends,” the annual party that delivers diverse DJ talent spinning all genres.
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Open to all DJX Pass Holders.
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2024 DJX After Dark Events
DJX ‘24 After Dark Day & Time Schedules.
Monday, August 5, 2024 (starts 10pm-2am)
DJX ‘24 After Dark: Follow the Call Of the Disco Ball
DJX ’24 opening-night party is going to kick off with a bang. Gimme Gimme Disco, the ever-popular dance-party brand, spinning classic disco, retro-funk and bumpin’ R&B, will hit HQ2 Nightclub
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Wednesday, August 7, 2024 (starts 8pm-11pm)
DJX ‘24 After Dark: Millennium-Mixtape Party
DJX will present its Millennium-Mixtape Party featuring hot retro sounds. Sponsored by RCF, co-hosted by Jake Jacobsen and Mike Alevras and featuring a slew of talent. Attendees will get the opportunity to win a big giveaway from RCF – a pair of ART-912A active loudspeakers.
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Tuesday, August 6, 2024 (starts 9pm-1am)
DJX ‘24 After Dark: Twisted Tuesday with PUFFY
DAS & MobiBooth bring PUFFY to the return of #ClubDAS to DJX Show on Tuesday, August 6 at the Terrace at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Atlantic City.
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Sunday, August 4, 2024 (starts 9pm-3am)
DJX ’24 Pre-Party: Boogie Nights on Sunday, August 4th at Tropicana Atlantic City
Join us for the official DJX ‘24 Pre-Party brought to you by Tazmania Records, Mix 93.FM Radio, and DJ LIFE MAG.
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Wednesday, August 7, 2024 (starts 11pm-2am)
DJX ’24 After Dark: Closing Party to Spin Disco & 40 Years of House Music
On Wed., Aug. 7, party down to classic dancefloor sounds spun by primo jocks DJ Spinna, Natasha Diggs, Scram Jones and, of course, Mell Starr.
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Past Performers
Since 1990, DJX performers, panelists & keynoters have included:
Akon, Biz Markie, BT, Cash Cash, C+C Music Factory, Chris Willis, Cyndi Lauper, Danny Tenaglia, Dave Audé, Disco Fries, DJ Dan, DJ Premier, Duke Dumont, Erick Morillo, Frankie Knuckles, Grandmaster Flash, GrandWizzard Theodore, Jam Master Jay, Jazzy Jeff, Jellybean Benitez, Howard “HK” Kessler, Kelly Rowland, Kool DJ Red Alert, Lady Gaga, Laidback Luke, Lil’ Jon, Lodato, Markus Schulz, Marley Marl, Morgan Page, Mr. C, Naughty By Nature, Nicky Siano, Paul van Dyk, QBert, RedOne, Rob Swift, Robert Clivillés, Roger Sanchez, Salt N’ Pepa, Skribble, Sugarhill Gang, Talib Kweli, Ultra Naté & Z-Trip.