Equation is a yearly meeting of the people and music of the house and techno scene in Asia. The gathering will present an eclectic line-up of resident djs from Asia’s best underground clubs, parties and their international guests.
A boutique affair with two stages equipped with Funktion One sound. Chill Area’s, Cocktail bars and the best of Hanoi’s food vendors will be on the peninsular of Dong Mo Lake, one-hour drive from Hanoi. A piece of paradise, perfect for a musical journey.
INTRODUCTION
Equation is the culmination of many people, parties and artists across Asia, manifested into a 3-day event in paradise. It started 5 years ago in a Hong Kong basement, a small team of people gathered with the goal of bringing all the islands music lovers together. Fast-forward 5 years and it has expanded throughout the region, a network of clubs, dancers, dj’s, and artists are now a connected network. It’s time to unify and celebrate the best music of Asia, the people that keep it alive, and the international artists that have also called it home. We set sail on an unforgettable journey april 14th – 16th on the Dong Mo Lake, 1hr from Hanoi, Vietnam. Camping, Dancing, Food, and the expansion of your soul awaits.
 
THE SITE
Set on the peninsular of a Dong Mo Lake, situated 36 kilometers west of Hanoi, The man made reservoir supplies water to the surrounding areas, and covers over 1500 hectares. The Equation site is a grassy, forest landscape surrounded by 20 islands. With kilometers of space, trees and lake swimming, you can sit, relax and read a book, delve in to the forest to the Universe Stage, or swim at sunrise.
MUSIC
With 2 rostered stages and a ambient tea tent, you are sure to find a sound to match your mood. 48 hours of music from techno, disco, house and the indescribable in the forest, on the grass and by the lake. Check full schedule of artists in the section “Line up” below.
AN ASIAN AFFAIR
There is something brewing is Asia that we want to celebrate, a new network of clubs. Whether it be The Observatory in Saigon, Safe Room in Bangkok, Mystik in Seoul, XX XX in Manilla, Shanghai’s Elevator or Smoke Machine / Bass Kitchen for Taipei – they all represent everything we love about music. Taking this network one step further is to unite everybody in one place at one time. Each venue will have a “Takeover” of a stage bringing the best of their local and international residents.
INTERNATIONAL BOOKING
This is also a good opportunity to gather some of the most talented international artists from all around the world in Asia. The lineup spans djs such as San Soda, Oskar Offermann, Shlømo, Telephones, SONS, Phred Noir, Alex From Tokyo, Andy Hart, Borrowed Identity, Bezier, plus Giegling artists DJ Dustin and ATEQ.
WORKSHOP / ACTIVITIES
Equation will feature an outdoor cinema with projections throughout the day, some yoga and guided meditation sessions and showcase some of the best local artists with live paintings and art performances.
FOOD
An array of Hanoi’s best food suppliers will be set up to quench your hunger at all hours of the day. More info released soon on the various restaurants and chefs involved in the event.
DRINKS
There will be an overflow of drinks to choose from, Award Winning Cocktail maestro Fabien Marcault will deliver world class drinks at the Sunset Bar by Savage, as well as everything from fresh coconuts, fruit juices, to local beers and a dedicated Tea Tent.
Equation 2017 will be held on 14 – 16 Apr 2017 at Equation Camp, Dong Mo Lake, Son Tay District, Hanoi.