Music Festivals in Middle East
6 festivals across the region
Curated by Sarah Pagel · Last verified 31 March 2026
Daz Festival 2026
3 Apr 2026 – 12 Apr 2026
DAZ Festival, also known as Dar Al Zain Festival, is a nature-themed event that takes place in Al Jahili Park, Al Ain. It is special because it offers a blend of nature, entertainment, and culture with art installations, live music, workshops, carnival rides, and local cuisine.
Aweh! Fest 2026
11 Apr 2026 – 11 Apr 2026
Aweh! Fest is a festival series celebrating South African music, food, and culture in the UAE. What makes Aweh! Fest special is its focus on bringing South African culture to the UAE, offering live music, authentic food and drinks, and often including a live screening of a Springboks rugby match.
BRED Abu Dhabi 2026
22 Apr 2026 – 26 Apr 2026
BRED Abu Dhabi is a neo-culture festival held annually on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi. It distinguishes itself by celebrating the intersection of music, fashion, art, and sports, showcasing both regional and global talents.
Untold Dubai 2026
5 Nov 2026 – 8 Nov 2026
UNTOLD Dubai is the Middle East's first mega-festival, transforming major venues like Expo City Dubai and Dubai Parks and Resorts into a massive musical utopia with world-class production. This four-day event features over 100 international artists across multiple stages, showcasing a diverse range of genres including EDM, techno, pop, and K-pop.
Soundstorm 2026
3 Dec 2026 – 5 Dec 2026
Soundstorm is a massive annual music festival held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, recognized as the largest event of its kind in the Middle East. Organized by MDLBEAST, the multi-day festival showcases hundreds of international and regional artists across multiple high-production stages in the Banban desert.
Dubai International Jazz Festival 2026
20 Feb 2026 – 20 Feb 2026
The Dubai International Jazz Festival is a music festival held annually in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Since its beginning in 2003, the festival has grown to include a mix of genres beyond jazz, such as blues, soul, pop, and rock, attracting diverse audiences.
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Last verified 31 March 2026