Time Warp

Since 1994, Time Warp has set new standards in Mannheim: This renowned indoor techno festival brings the international avant-garde of electronic music to the stage each year, captivating fans from around the world. When Cosmopop took over in 2003, the festival reached new heights, refining its unique fusion of music, light, and space into an immersive experience that goes far beyond a typical club night—a must for electronic music lovers.

Time Warp's Mannheim roots have grown into a global movement. Since 2005, the festival has successfully toured international cities, drawing fans with its unmistakable sound and spectacular staging. Stops in Prague, Vienna, and later Rotterdam, Amsterdam, and Utrecht cemented Time Warp’s reputation as one of Europe’s premier electronic music events. Milan also hosted the festival, establishing Italy as a significant location in the Time Warp story.

In the U.S. and South America—with events in cities like New York and São Paulo—Time Warp continued its success, building a loyal following worldwide that regards the festival as a symbol of electronic music and cultural diversity. The festival’s first-ever edition in Spain in 2024 marked another milestone in its global expansion.

In 2024, Time Warp celebrated its 30th anniversary with a spectacular edition in Mannheim’s iconic Maimarkthalle. This special edition attracted an international audience and once again set new standards in light production and sound quality.

For UNESCO’s "City of Music" Mannheim, Time Warp is not just a festival; it is a major cultural export and the city’s flagship event. No other gathering draws as many international visitors to Mannheim, promoting its reputation as a creative music metropolis worldwide.

With groundbreaking productions, a stellar lineup, and an unparalleled festival experience, Time Warp remains a fixture in the electronic music scene even after three decades.