Ibiza Rocks pauses all events following two tragic deaths at hotel

With two deaths in similar circumstances over the last two weeks, the San Antonio venue will pause its programming, with customers told they will be contacted via email if affected.

Skiddle Staff

Date published: 22nd Jul 2025

Ibiza Rocks has suspended all upcoming music programming after two British men died at the hotel in the space of a fortnight.

In a public statement issued Sunday (21st July), organisers said the decision was made “given the seriousness of the situation and out of respect for all those involved.” Events scheduled to feature Dizzee Rascal, MC Kie and others have now been pulled, with the San Antonio venue stating all customers will be informed via email if their events are also cancelled.

Ibiza Rocks statement in full

The announcement follows the death of 19-year-old Gary Kelly from Dundee, who fell from a third-floor balcony at the venue on Sunday. Just two weeks earlier, 26-year-old Evan Thomson from Aberdeen died in similar circumstances.

The cancellations arrive during what was supposed to be Ibiza Rocks’ 20th anniversary summer - a milestone for a brand long associated with shaping the island’s daytime party culture. Since its founding by Manumission’s Andy McKay and Dawn Hindle, the hotel has played host to the likes of Fatboy Slim, Dua Lipa, MK, Jax Jones and Rudimental.

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