Patrick Topping launches an alcohol-free party

Patrick Topping has announced the launch of the Sober October Rave, an alcohol-free event set for next month, aligning with Macmillan's "Go Sober" campaign supporting cancer awareness. The event aims to offer a fresh alternative to traditional raves, allowing people to enjoy the music and party atmosphere without the pressure to drink.

Topping, who has been performing sober since 2017, says this decision has transformed his relationship with music, improving both his mental and physical health. While he's not opposed to alcohol—most events he plays at still serve it—his goal with this rave is to create a space where attendees can have fun without feeling the need to drink and avoid the exhaustion or hangovers that often follow a night out.

The Sober October Rave is designed to provide a shared, positive experience where the focus is on the music and the connection between people. "I want people to feel free to enjoy themselves without alcohol and have a really positive, healthy experience", said Topping.

The event is still in the planning stages, and Topping has asked fans to suggest which cities they’d like to see the alcohol-free rave take place. Through this initiative, Topping hopes to inspire others to try their first sober rave, showing that the magic of electronic music can be enjoyed fully without alcohol.