Voting for the DJ Mag Top 100 DJs 2026 poll officially opened on July 8.
Fans around the world can submit their votes through September 16, while the final rankings will be announced on October 6, 2026.
Now in its 33rd year, the annual poll has evolved significantly since its debut in 1993.
It originally started as an editorial feature celebrating the 100th issue of DJ Magazine. Today, it has become the world’s largest public music poll.
The voting system remains unchanged. There are no nominations, shortlists, or eligibility requirements.
Instead, every participant selects five DJs, regardless of genre or popularity.
That format allows underground talent and global superstars to compete in the same ranking.
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DJ Mag Top 100 Continues Its Charity Partnership
The DJ Mag Top 100 DJs poll also continues its partnership with Bridges for Music for a second consecutive year.
Last year’s campaign raised £170,832 to support music education, mental health services, and entrepreneurship programs at the Bridges for Music Academy in Langa, South Africa.
Organizers said more details about this year’s fundraising initiative will be announced during the voting period.
The 2026 edition follows another milestone in the poll’s history.
David Guetta secured his fifth DJ Mag Top 100 DJs title in 2025.
That achievement placed him alongside Martin Garrix and Armin van Buuren as the only artists to top the poll five times in its 33-year history.
Whether another DJ eventually joins that exclusive group will depend on this year’s public vote.
Fans in mainland China can cast their votes through the dedicated local platform.
Voters from the rest of the world can participate through the official DJ Mag Top 100 DJs voting website.
Voting closes on September 16.
