The Presets Live in the Maldives 2026: an island music week at Kandooma
The Presets Live in the Maldives 2026 is confirmed for April 11–18, 2026 at Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives, presented by Music in Paradise as a week-long island concert escape with three live performances, including a sunset DJ set on the beach and an exclusive rooftop party at the resort’s Sunset Bar. Early pricing is available via package format, with an Early Bird Gold Experience Package from A$3,790 per person (twin share) for seven nights in a Beach Villa, with key inclusions like breakfast and speedboat transfers.
Imagine swapping crowded arenas for white sand and warm ocean air, then ending your day with live electronic music under the stars. That’s the core promise of The Presets Live in the Maldives, a curated “Music in Paradise” experience where the destination is part of the show. Instead of flying in for one concert night, you’re booking a full island week where performances are the peak moments inside a tropical routine of swimming, snorkeling, and slow mornings.
Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma’s official announcement frames it as an intimate beachfront series created for fans who want a “once-in-a-lifetime island escape,” with The Presets trading festival crowds for a smaller, resort-based setting. If you’re the type of traveler who loves live music but also wants true holiday comfort, this is the Maldives experience that feels both exciting and easy.
Confirmed dates and venue for 2026
The resort’s official news release confirms the event runs from 11–18 April 2026 at Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives. The same announcement also confirms the event is curated by Music in Paradise, a travel-and-entertainment organizer known for destination-style music trips rather than standard ticketed concerts.
Kandooma’s location is also part of the travel appeal. The resort is described as being a 45-minute speedboat ride from Malé, which makes arrival relatively straightforward compared with Maldives trips that require additional domestic flights. For travelers, that means you can land in Malé and be on the island the same day, ready to settle into beach mode before the first performance night.
What’s confirmed about the performances: three sets, sunset energy, and a rooftop party
The official resort announcement confirms three live performances during the week, including:
- A sunset DJ set on the beach.
- An exclusive rooftop party at the resort’s Sunset Bar.
- A third performance as part of the “three electrifying live performances” described for the week.
This structure is what makes the trip feel like a mini festival without the chaos. You get variety across settings, with the beach and the rooftop creating two distinctly different Maldives backdrops for music.
Why Kandooma works so well for a “music in paradise” trip
Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma is positioned as a blend of laid-back charm and tropical luxury, with accommodation styles including overwater villas, beach houses, and family-friendly options. For this kind of event, that range matters. It allows different travel styles to exist in the same week: couples planning a romantic escape, friend groups chasing a nightlife-meets-beach vibe, and even travelers who want a quieter daytime routine and only come alive when the sun goes down.
The resort announcement also highlights experiences that naturally fit between performances, such as diving and dancing under the stars, reinforcing that the event is designed as a full itinerary rather than a single night out. If you want to make the most of it, plan your days around what the Maldives does best: lagoon time, snorkeling, and unhurried meals.
Packages and pricing: what’s available (confirmed)
This event is sold in an island package format rather than a basic concert ticket. The official resort announcement confirms an Early Bird Gold Experience Package for A$3,790 per person (twin share), which includes seven nights in a Beach Villa and is promoted as “saving over $1,000.” The same source lists key inclusions in that package:
- Entry to 3 nightly exclusive events and 3 intimate performances.
- Meet & Greet and a professional photo with the artists.
- Welcome bag, event poster, and commemorative t-shirt.
- Return shared speedboat airport transfers.
- Welcome drink and cold towel on arrival.
- Daily buffet breakfast at Kandooma Café.
- In-villa tea, coffee, and bottled water replenished daily.
- Complimentary snorkel trip and snorkeling gear use.
- Music in Paradise Traveller Care Guarantee.
The announcement also clearly states that packages exclude airfares. Additional packages with different villa types are also available through Music in Paradise, which is helpful if you’re traveling as a solo guest, a couple who wants an upgrade, or a group that wants more space.
The Presets in an island setting: what fans can look forward to
The resort’s release describes The Presets as a long-running Australian electronic duo (Julian Hamilton and Kim Moyes) with a major career history, but the most important travel detail is what that means in the Maldives context: high-energy electronic music in a setting where you can literally step off the dance floor and into warm ocean air.
Because the week is structured around only three performances, the music never has to feel rushed. You can explore, rest, and reset, then show up fully for each night without burning out like you might during a packed city festival weekend.
Practical travel tips for attending (island logistics that matter)
Booking strategy
If you want the strongest value, the early-bird package is the most concrete price point published so far. Because resort packages can sell out by room category, it’s smart to decide your must-haves early (beach villa vs overwater, twin-share vs private).
What to pack for a resort concert week
- Lightweight resort evening outfits that still handle ocean breeze.
- Reef-safe sunscreen and rash guard for snorkeling days.
- Comfortable sandals that can handle sand-to-bar transitions.
Timing your flights
Since transfers are by speedboat and are included in the Gold Experience Package as shared return transfers, align your Malé arrival and departure times with the transfer schedule you’ll receive from the organizer. It keeps the trip smooth and helps you avoid long waits at the airport.
Verified Information at a glance
Item: Confirmed details
Event name: The Presets Live in the Maldives (Music in Paradise @ Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives)
Event category: Destination music event / resort concert week (live performances + exclusive events)
Confirmed 2026 dates: April 11–18, 2026
Confirmed venue: Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives
Transfer note (confirmed): Resort described as 45-minute speedboat ride from Malé; Gold package includes return shared speedboat airport transfers.
Confirmed performance format: Three live performances, including sunset beach DJ set and rooftop Sunset Bar party.
Confirmed pricing (available package): Early Bird Gold Experience Package: A$3,790 per person (twin share) for 7 nights in a Beach Villa.
What the Gold package includes (confirmed highlights): 3 exclusive events + 3 performances; Meet & Greet + pro photo; daily breakfast; snorkel trip and gear; welcome items; transfers; airfares excluded.
If your idea of the perfect 2026 getaway is equal parts turquoise water and electrifying nightlife, lock in April 11–18, choose the Kandooma package that fits your travel style, and let The Presets turn a Maldives island week into a soundtrack you’ll still feel long after you fly home.