Closer to the Sun

Cloud 9 Adventures

About this app

Closer to the Sun is an annual concert vacation hosted by Slightly Stoopid. The 11th anniversary of this event will take over Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya, an all-inclusive resort on the coast of Mexico, from January 10-14, 2026.

Closer to the Sun features musical host Slightly Stoopid with additional performances from Rebelution, Dirty Heads, Pepper, ROME, The Movement, The Elovaters, HIRIE, DENM, Little Stranger, Z-Trip, and a special "Traffic Jam" performance by Damian "Jr. Gong" Marley & Stephen Marley, plus special guests and pop-up sets, over the course of four days and nights.

Closer to the Sun utilizes multiple venue spaces at the resort so guests can watch their favorite artists in unique, tropical settings and all stages are equipped with multiple bars and lounge areas to kick back and relax or dance the night away.

This event experience extends beyond the stage to deliver one-of-a-kind experiences through artist interactions from morning yoga to music workshops, creative theme nights, and more surprises that create the ultimate concert vacation.

Plan your trip and stay up to date with the to Closer to the Sun app.

Ratings and reviews

This App was an awesome tool during Closer to the Sun. It helps navigating threw resort and was super fun for the Positive Legacy auction. A must have!!

Really enjoyed this app it made things a lot easier this year definitely helpful with planning our time thank you for creating it...

For five years I've made it safely to this event by using all of those who made it easy for me. Thank you !