va:gn throws house parties in a club setting

Nothing at va:gn just exists. It’s all made, rebuilt, argued over, redesigned, carried, painted, wired and retaped. Everything has a story, even the voice-altering phone booth in their chill-out area, which is a relic from their stage design at Feel Festival 2025.

The self-built cultural space in Bonn, Germany, grew out of a creative collective and stands for accessibility, fair practice and safer spaces. Everything at va:gn – from the walls to the stage – has been touched by the people who use it. Over time, that process shaped a real sense of ownership and care that you can feel the moment you enter the ever-evolving space.

It’s neither a brand nor a club franchise but a group of friends with too many ideas. A project that only works because dozens of people put their time and skills into it – from DJs and VJs to carpenters, academics and graphic designers. “Community, for us, means shared responsibility,” says the team behind va:gn. “Not just showing up when it’s fun, but also when there’s work to do.” Whether that means passing out invitations, rebuilding the stage or even mopping the floor after an event. In return, everyone who contributes shapes the space and leaves their mark. They plan together, craft together and dance together. “We like to think of it as a house party vibe in a club setting, as we take our guests’ perspective when planning each event,” they continue to elaborate.

Putting Bonn on the map, va:gn has always been a place for experimentation where local talent can play their first set in front of a crowd, test a new live show and build their own visuals. However, this December, it’s all about “go big or go home.” Together with Telekom Electronic Beats, they invited none other than club princess VTSS for a very special rave. Expect a heavy, high-impact night and a dance floor that feels close and intimate.

Electronic Beats presents VTSS and va:gn on December 18th 2025 in Bonn. Here’s everything you need to know.