420 Festival El Cadillal: full guide to December 12th

On Saturday December 12th 2026, 420 opens the El Cadillal lake with a full day festival in the open air. Here is everything you need to know before you go.

What is the 420 Festival?

It is an open air electronic music day festival on the shore of the El Cadillal lake, in Tucumán. The music starts at 2 pm, with the sun still up, and goes on into the night. The best part happens at sunset, when the sky over the lake fills with drones and balloons.

When is it and what time does it start?

Saturday December 12th 2026, from 2 pm into the night. 18 and over only.

How to get to El Cadillal?

El Cadillal is about 25 km from San Miguel de Tucumán on route 9. There is transport from the city and parking at the venue.

Some travel tips:

• Leave early. The festival opens at 2 pm and it helps to arrive in daylight to find your way.
• Plan the ride back before you leave. The festival ends at night and the lake is outside the city.
• If you come from another province, arrive in Tucumán the day before. From Jujuy it is about four hours by road.

More about the city on the Tucumán page and in things to do in Tucumán. Other summer dates in festivals in Tucumán.

What stages are there?

The festival has 2 stages: a progressive stage and a techno stage, plus a chill zone. All three spaces face the lake.

If you want to understand the differences between these sounds, read what melodic techno is.

Who is playing at 420 Festival?

The line up is announced in stages. Follow 420 on Instagram and the event page for each announcement.

What happens at sunset?

This is what makes the festival different:

• A drone show over the lake.
• Hot air balloons lifting off over the dam, as an aerial exhibition.

That is why we recommend being at the venue before the sun goes down.

What to bring?

It is a full day outdoors in December, in the middle of the Tucumán summer. Bring sunscreen, a cap, comfortable clothes and a light layer for the night. Bring your ID, since the festival is 18 and over only.

Where to buy tickets?

Tickets are sold on TicketPass, at this link. The gold table for 4 people is there too, if you come with your group. Online sales close at midnight on December 12th.

Always buy from the official ticketing and be wary of resale without backing.

What else happens in the north this season?

The 420 Festival is 420’s big date in the NOA, but not the only one. Read electronic music festivals in northern Argentina and electronic music parties in Tucumán for the rest of the calendar.

FAQ

How far is El Cadillal from San Miguel de Tucumán?

About 25 km, on route 9.

How many stages does the 420 Festival have?

Two stages, progressive and techno, plus a chill zone.

Until when are tickets sold online?

Until midnight on December 12th, on TicketPass.