Saudi Arabia Music Festival Calendar [2026]: Unknown Euphoria

Sound of Abha Fest, officially billed as “a place where music, art, and culture meet,” takes place in the city of Abha in the Asir region of southwestern Saudi Arabia. It’s a multidisciplinary cultural event featuring music, art, fashion, and cuisine, and it will run for an extended period—from June 20 to September 15, 2026, spanning roughly three months. Details of the performing artists have not yet been announced by the organizers, and further updates are awaited.

XP Music Futures is a music conference and showcase held in the JAX District of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Officially positioned as “a place to nurture the music community,” it consists of XP DAY—talks and workshops—and XP NITE, which spotlights emerging artists from the Middle East and North Africa. In collaboration with the Saudi Music Commission, it supports the development of the region’s music industry. The 2026 edition will take place from November 26 to 28.

SOUNDSTORM is a music festival that officially calls itself “the region’s boldest music festival.” It takes place in the Banban district of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, every December. With global, regional, and local artists coming together, the festival’s concept is to transform the entire city into a “City of Sound” and a “City of Beats.” In 2026, it will be held from December 3 to 4.

Bloomfest Music Festival is a music event held inside Six Flags Qiddiya City, known as Saudi Arabia’s first theme park. International EDM artists including R3HAB, Sam Feldt, and Robin Schulz will perform, and attendees can enjoy an extraordinary park experience integrated with thrill rides and attractions. The park opens at 4:00 PM, concert doors open at 7:00 PM, and the festival will take place in May 2026.