15 of the best images from Space Riccione’s out-of-this-world launch p

It was a hybrid set from Carl Cox that brought a reminiscent air to the Space Riccione launch; he’s an artist who is as synonymous with Space as the logo, the palm trees or even the wide stage across The Terrace. Things got emotional as Rosello took to the stage to greet Cox, who not only helmed a residency at the Ibiza venue for 15 years but presided over its final moments during the “closing fiesta” eight years ago.

“Eight years ago, an era closed with the extraordinary Space Ibiza closing party, seen by millions all over the world,” Pepe Roselló said during his speech in the closing hours of the opening fiesta side-by-side with Carl. “Today, that beautiful story starts again from here, from Riccione! The Space Family is together again.”

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“Because you are the Space family. You’re breathing life into the the music, you’re the party! And Carl Cox is an incredible artist, still present here with us as he was eight years ago: this is magical!” he added, embracing his longtime friend. “Long live music, long live Space!”

With Space Riccione’s summer season now in full swing, check out some of the best images from the opening fiesta below, and keep up to date with events at Space Riccione here.