O'FADA

Ó’FADA was born between friends in Utrecht, brought together through a shared obsession with dance music and the desire to create spaces that feel genuinely alive. As meaningful third spaces for young people became rarer, the collective set out to build nights centred around connection, expression, and community. What began as DIY house parties evolved into transforming raw rooms through sound, lighting, and movement: hauling in decks, speakers, lighting systems and custom-built dancing podiums by hand. With three members hailing from Ireland, Ó’FADA exists between two scenes, championing both Irish and Dutch artists while creating a bridge between the talent and energy emerging from each. Dance-floor focused at its core, Ó’FADA prioritises DJ creative freedom while cultivating spaces that feel open, playful and safe. Parties that don’t take themselves too seriously, but remain deeply committed to collective joy, freedom of expression and experiencing music together. Joining Ó’FADA at EKKO on July 4th are residents Daniel Ivashchenko and DJ Hushpuppy, bringing a blend of old-school and progressive house selections, alongside Utrecht local Liv with a high-energy mix of ghetto house and breaks. Headlining the night are Puzzy Wranglers — two girls, two decks, one beautiful relationship —known for their infectious musical chemistry and playful, percussive selections drifting through house, garage and queer club sounds.