2016 After Dark
Throwing it back to #2k16.
2016 After Dark is a nostalgia-driven zone with DJs playing 2010s bangers, black lights, and the feel of a classic weekend night out in IV.
- DJ Suze
- DJ Dani
- TBD
The IVCSD, in partnership with Associated Students, is working to create a new spring festival, Soltopia, for our community to save the live music and the creative spirit of Isla Vista. We're not trying to replace the legacy of Deltopia - but we do believe our community deserves a fun, safe community event.
⭐️ Snag your Soltopia wristband!
Exclusive festival wristbands for Isla Vista and on-campus residents.
What does a Soltopia wristband get you?
- FREE food all day long from our amazing festival vendors (Roger's Tacos, Yetz's Bagel, Bagel Cafe, Super Cuca's, Elubia's, Maria's Tacos, Isla Vista Food Co-op, Woodstock's Pizza, Zocalo)
- VIP access to each entertainment zone. Skip the lines for music, bevs, bites, and games.
- Identify yourself as a local. Wristbands are exclusive to IV and on-campus residents.
How to get one:
- Fill out the Wristband Sign-Up Form
- Pick up in-person from March 30th - April 3rd at the IV Community Center from 9 AM - 8 PM
- Register as an individual OR with a campus / IV organization (ex: Greek life, campus clubs, etc.)
Wristbands are free for locals! Just provide proof of residency like a screenshot of a lease, utility bill, a valid student ID, dormitory card, etc.
❤️ Harm Reduction Resources at Soltopia
Visit our Harm Reduction page to see a full list of available health, safety, and medical resources in the festival space.
📍 Check out the official Festival Map!
View the layout of the entire festival + download the Interactive Map below.
Download the Soltopia Interactive Map below to easily locate entertainment zones, DJ + band stages, water stations, safety + medical resources, free food, public restrooms, + more.
A note from your 2016 After Dark zone lead:
"Hi, I’m Mariah, and I’m a first-year at UCSB. I’m so excited to introduce Soltopia! It’s a new event that isn’t here to replace Deltopia, but to bring our community together. Soltopia is all about good vibes, shared experiences, and celebrating Isla Vista in a positive way. One of the events I’m especially excited about is 2016 After Dark. It’s a neon throwback night at the Community Center that brings everyone back to the iconic energy of 2016.
The space will be filled with neon lights, blacklights, and all the throwback music we grew up with. We’ll also have fun extras like photo ops, face gems, and the overall feel of a classic Friday night in IV, just with a nostalgic vibe. It’s all about creating a space where people can come together, dance, hang out with friends, and make memories that feel just as fun and nostalgic as the music we’re bringing back."
