DJX NEWS
DJX ‘26 Education: GLP’s Nexus Lights – Fast, Affordable & Effective
In this exclusive sponsored session, learn all about GLP’s latest range in wireless lighting and hear how Nexus Lights are transforming events through their fast, customizable deployment with control via app, DMX and programs such as SoundSwitch.
THE EDIT @ DJX Creator Camp to Offer Next-Gen Producer Workshops
Introducing THE EDIT Creator Camp in ’26, a series of hands-on production workshops focused on mashups, stems, loops, MIDI control, hybrid performance, and real-world creative workflow processes
Play & Create @ The DJX Gaming Lounge, Powered by Stop The Panic
Looking to the future, we’re mixing Gaming Culture + DJ Culture for the first time with a fully interactive Gaming Lounge powered by Stop The Panic – a space designed to hang, play, create, and connect.
Website Roasts at DJX ‘26: Your Website Has One Job
SIGN UP NOW for the new Website Roast experience in the brandboX @ DJX ‘26. This no-cost opportunity is designed to help DJs discover what’s helping — or hurting — their online presence in real time.
Kick Off DJX at Sunset Sessions with QSC
Join the QSC team on Monday, Aug. 10th for an evening of great food, music, and conversation as you ease into an exciting week at DJX with the perfect way to unwind before the night's DJX After Dark festivities begin.
#UPnXtDJ Contest Returns to DJX ‘26, Empowering the Next Generation of DJs
Presented in partnership with BASSBOSS, the fourth annual #UPnXtDJ competition offers aspiring DJs under 18 the opportunity to showcase their skills, earn industry exposure, and perform live at DJX in Atlantic City.
DJX ‘26 Education: Mike Walter & “The Greatest Songs Ever”
After his 2018 effort, “On This Date In Music,” the New Jersey-based DJ/author recently followed up with “The Greatest Song Ever?” — and at DJX ‘26 will discuss all-time tunes for DJs.
DJX ‘26: EVinyl Lounge Experience to Offer 12 DJs a Chance to Perform at DJX
Designed as a focused, music-first experience, the EVinyl Lounge will give 12 DJs the chance to perform at the DJX ’26 entrance.
DJX ‘26 Education: Make Running Your Business SMPL
This DJX ‘26 sponsored seminar will help you discover how SMPL System was built specifically for today's working DJ to simplify every aspect of running your business.
DJX ‘26 Education: AlphaTheta Sessions & Prizes
AlphaTheta/Pioneer DJ has always worked with DJX in maintaining and strengthening its bonds with the DJ community — and at DJX ’26, the legendary brand returns to offer a product-based session and an events-oriented seminar.
DJX ‘26: DJX Scratch Invitational to Launch Aug. 10
Stop The Panic has teamed up with the World Scratch Invitational Organization to present The First DJX Scratch Invitational Regional Championship, powered by AlphaTheta.
DJX ‘26 After Dark: Opening Party to Feature Two Legends
DJX ’26 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.
DJX ‘26 Education: The Modern-DJ Marketing Playbook
Moderated by DJ Cova, host of popular live-stream and podcast Tweak Music Tips, this panel will feature industry leaders like Cleveland Terry, Aaron Strawn and Nate Acosta who will cut thru the noise and provide DJs with a practical blueprint for creating content.
DJX ‘26 Education: Beat Junkies to Impart Merits of Mentorship
The Beat Junkie Institute of Sound launched in 2017 with the intention of mentoring the next generation of DJs — and along with fellow Beat Junkie DJ Melo-D – a world-class turntablist – Babu will impart his philosophies of mentorship at DJX ’26.
DJX ‘26 Education: Kick-Off Session Powered by Goodshuffle Pro
Hosted by Jake Jacobsen of Georgia’s A2R Entertainment, this Meet & Greet opens week of networking & opportunity, allowing everyone to experience the magic of DJX.
AlphaTheta Returns to Sunset Sessions @ DJX ‘26
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.
DJX ‘26 Keynote Q&A: Slipknot’s Sid Wilson
Sid Wilson (aka #0 aka DJ Starscream) — the menacing, masked DJ marvel of Slipknot, the Grammy-winning metal band that’s sold more than 30 million albums in its 30-year career — will discuss his wild and wildly successful career.
DJX ‘26 Keynote Q&A: Jellybean Benitez
The legendary DJ/producer/entrepreneur will discuss his varied and rich career – both in and out of the DJ booth.
DJX ‘26 Education: LLC Strategies for DJs
Business consultant Michael Wedaa presents a practical, insight-driven session designed to help DJs rethink how they use their corporation or LLC – not just for compliance, but as a strategic tool.
DJX ‘26 Education: How DJs Can Expand Into AV/Event Production
DJ vet Jeffrey Powell of 2 DJs 1 Mic will deliver a practical blueprint for expanding into audio, video, lighting, and event production.

