FLIP FLOP FESTIVAL 2026: 12TH EDEITION PROMISES UNPRECEDENTED LUXURY AND “THE DOME” PRE-EVENT EXPERIENCE

ORANJESTAD, ARUBA (April 24, 2026) — Yesterday afternoon, the Elite Empire Entertainment PR team, led by Marc Benson and Laura Molina, officially announced the 12th Edition of the Flip Flop Festival. The Caribbean’s most anticipated beach-vibe festival returns with a heavy-hitting lineup, a massive new venue structure, and an exclusive two-day experience.

The main event is scheduled for Saturday, June 6, 2026, running from 6:00 PM to 3:00 AM, but this year comes with a major twist for VIP guests.

A Powerhouse Lineup: Reggaeton & Soca Royalty

The 12th edition brings a “clash of the titans” to the Aruba stage:

• Myke Towers: The global Reggaeton sensation is set to headline, bringing the urban sounds of Puerto Rico to the island.
• Machel Montano: The King of Soca coming with his full band and a troupe of elite dancers directly from Trinidad, promising an explosive, high-energy performance.

The local scene is equally well-represented, featuring a diverse range of Aruban talent:

• Bands: Iculture Roots, Tsunami, Buleria, and Groove Masters.
• DJs: The decks will be helmed by DJ Sky, DJ Sin Nombre, DJ Jaimy, and Esovela, with more international DJs to be announced at a later date.

Introducing “The Dome”: The Exclusive Pre-Event

In a first for the festival, Elite Empire revealed a massive addition to the festival grounds. On Friday, June 5, a special pre-event will be held in a newly constructed “Dome” located in the backstage area.

Note: Access to Friday’s pre-event is exclusive to Standing VIP and VIP Table ticket holders. The night will feature dedicated bands, DJs, and a “surprise international artist” to be revealed soon.

Ticketing and VIP Table Structures

Tickets are officially live via the Pay.aw platform and the website https://www.eliteempire.events/events. Physical tickets can be purchased at Citgo Boulevard and Citgo Essoville.

For those seeking the ultimate festival experience, the VIP Table structure has been redesigned:

• Platinum Area: Tables for 10 persons.
• Tropical VIP: Tables for 6 persons.
• Reservations: Dedicated WhatsApp line at 569-3005.

Partners and Surprises

Main sponsor Chill teased “various surprises” for festival-goers, ensuring the atmosphere remains cool as the heat rises on stage. Elite Empire also extended their gratitude to the 2026 partner roster, including KFC, Amigo Car Rental, First Class Experience and Printmaster.

The message from the PR team was clear: with the 12th edition, Flip Flop transcends being just a concert, It is now a full Caribbean festival experience.