Beatport Presents IMS Dubai Returns With an Expanded Five-Day Citywide Takeover

As the electronic music scene turns its gaze towards Dubai after another busy summer on Ibiza, Beatport Presents International Music Summit (IMS) Dubai is set to return bigger than ever - transforming the city into a global hub for electronic music from 12–16 November. 

Following a sold-out debut in 2024, this year’s edition introduces an expanded, five-day program of showcases, headline performances, and late-night events hosted across Dubai’s most influential venues. The 2025 program underscores Dubai’s rapid ascent as a leading destination for electronic music culture, offering IMS delegate badge holders exclusive access to standout venues, rising regional talent, and internationally acclaimed artists shaping today’s global scene.

The takeover begins on Wednesday, 12 November, with techno powerhouse Nicole Moudaber headlining the official pre-party at Reunion DXB, the celebrated venue created by Factory People. 

On Thursday, 13 November, Beatport Live moves to Monkey Bar with a multinational lineup featuring Gawdat, Misty, Keena, A.M.R, and a special guest from Lebanon, spotlighting the vibrancy of the region’s electronic communities. Later that evening, OFF-IMS at Room 3 introduces Dubai audiences to Chiati and KUKII, who blend melodic house, Afro-infused elements, and experimental pop in their Dubai debut.

Friday opens with Beatport Live: Sunset Sessions at 25hours Hotel, a poolside golden-hour gathering framed by the iconic Museum of the Future and soundtracked by a surprise selection of in-demand artists. That same night, Brooklyn duo Bedouin headline Be Beach, bringing their signature fusion of deep electronic and Middle Eastern sounds to one of Dubai’s most recognisable waterfront destinations.

Saturday, 15 November, sees Retrogroove and House Call take over a helipad for a sunset-to-late-night event defined by sweeping views, irresistible grooves, and a curated menu from Chef Halawa. The evening then builds toward one of the week’s most anticipated moments: Adriatique’s return to the Ushuaïa Dubai Harbour Experience with an evolved edition of their groundbreaking X show, an immersive collision of light, sound, and digital art set against the city’s skyline.

The week concludes on Sunday, 16 November, with the Official Closing Party at Surf Club, where world-class music and seaside energy bring the summit to a stylish close. 

From rooftops and beaches to helipads and hotel terraces, Beatport Presents IMS Dubai continues to unite global and regional communities through music, offering delegates priority access, exclusive showcases, and a citywide cultural experience that reflects Dubai’s growing influence on the world stage.

Get your tickets at dubai.platinumlist.net.