Sri Lanka's Dots Bay House announces 6-month series of beachside parties

Set against the shores of Hiriketiya, Dots Bay House has become an essential stop for electronic music connoisseurs, hosting an impressive line-up of both international and local talent every Saturday night.

Over the past year, the venue has hosted global names like Manara, Cincity, Eddie Leader, Matt FX, Toni Varga, Victor Simonelli, Un*Deux, Dynamite Disco Club, Jay Prince, Giles Smith, Woody Cook and Millie McKie.

With its dedication to diverse, genre-spanning performances, Dots has attracted a worldwide crowd eager to experience Sri Lanka’s evolving music scene in a scenic setting.

Supporting local talent is central to Dots' mission, as it regularly highlights local emerging DJs and producers.

Each week, local artists perform alongside global names, bringing a distinctly Sri Lankan flavour to the mix and creating a unique, cross-cultural vibe. These constant collaborations position Dots as a key player in the growth of Sri Lanka’s music scene.

Holding over 500 guests, the venue caters to all sonic tastes, from underground electronic and techno to Afrobeat and disco, ensuring every weekend brings something fresh.

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Dots has recently announced its November line-up, which continues to pair top-notch local talent with international names such as The Soul with Max Aplin (Russia), and Paloma (India) alongside Emanuel. The Sri Lankan scene also shines, as Clifford Issac and Rakhil take over the venue on November 23.

Also scheduled for November 30 is a special Mixmag Asia collab event at the month's end. The event will host the UK's Elliot Schooling and Liam Palmer from the London-based crew, Appetite.

Appetite have showcased a variety of talent, from Chris Stussy and Prospa to Kerri Chandler and Eliza Rose. Both Elliot Schooling and Liam Palmer play key roles in fostering the collective’s vibrant and inclusive community which has now grown into an Ibiza residency at Club Chinois and their festival, Appetite on the Farm.

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These exclusive Dots x Mixmag Asia collaborative events will continue to be held monthly for the next six months, including a highly-anticipated New Year's Eve event featuring France's Un*Deux, returning to Dots after his set went viral earlier this year.

Also on the NYE line-up are Pascal Benjamin (NL), owner of Scala Muziek from Amsterdam; The Soul (LK), an original music Sri Lankan band and a staple of Dots' New Year's Eve celebrations; Co-Op (UK) representing the Mixmag Asia crew; and a few surprise acts.

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Amira Waworuntu is Mixmag Asia’s Managing Editor, follow her on Instagram.

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