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Dubai’s first Carnival Music Festival is finally returning this November! Get ready for the vibrant high-energy carnival experience the city has been waiting for on Saturday 9th of November.
Are you ready to live up the best vibes of London’s Notting Hill Carnival, Trinidad and Tobago’s beats and delve in the spirit of Brazil’s Rio De Janeiro Carnival right in Dubai? We know you are!
Experience unmissable energy and vibes at Dubai's first Carnival Music Festival! Let's dig into the details! Phase of the unmissable line-up is now announced.
Dubai's Butterfly Carnival Music Festival is making history with an unprecedented Phase One lineup, set to showcase a never-before-seen fusion of global talent; King of Dancehall Binnie Man, Heartless Crew & Rampage Sound from BBC 1 Extra & the hottest names in Ampiano Kamo Mphela & Daliwonga.
This is the first time the UAE will witness such a groundbreaking convergence of international music genres, creating a carnival experience unlike any other.
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With over 30 artists, including a blend of local and international stars, the festival is set to redefine Dubai's music scene across three electrifying stages: Butterfly Main Stage, Afroloud Stage & Little Rio Stage.
Headlining the Butterfly Main Stage is the legendary King of Dancehall, Beenie Man, whose iconic career has made waves across the globe. Beenie Man’s performance is set to be an unforgettable highlight of the festival. Joining him are: Rampage Sound, bringing their explosive sound from the London Notting Hill Carnival and BBC 1Xtra. Heartless Crew representing the best of London’s carnival vibes and BBC 1Xtra, delivering a high-energy show to the UAE for the first time.
The Afroloud Stage promises to be one of the most exciting stages ever seen in Dubai, featuring a full Amapiano takeover with top artists and surprise guest Afrobeat artists, including: Focalistic, One of the biggest names in Amapiano, famous for global hits like Champion Sound. His electrifying stage presence is guaranteed to leave a lasting impression. Kamo Mphela and Daliwonga, The hottest names in Amapiano, set to deliver dynamic performances that will get the crowd dancing from start to finish. DJ Pioneer, from Kiss FM UK, a master of Afrohouse and Amapiano beats, bringing the best of London’s underground scene to the UAE.
Inspired by the vibrant rhythms of Rio Carnival, the Little Rio Stage will immerse festival-goers in the authentic sounds and sights of Brazil: for the first time ever in Dubai, an Escola de Samba will bring the pulse of Brazilian street parades to life with samba dancers, live bands, and DJs playing everything from Baile funk, Samba, Reggaeton, to Salsa.
Dance the day away and experience a rich diversity of music and culture on every stage, featuring exhilarating shows, live artist performances, and many good vibes.
The carnival will take over the Dubai Media City Amphitheatre and turning it into the coolest carnival music festival ever. Plus, they’ve hand-picked food partners, bars, and stalls to complement your experience.
Along with top-tier DJs spinning an incredible mix of: Afrobeats / Dancehall / Bashment/ Soca & Calypso/ Reggaeton/ Funk/ Amapiano/ Afrohouse/ Hiphop & RnB.
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Carnival costumes? Yes please!
Join in the carnival fun and create your own unique carnival look with your very own Butterfly Carnival vibrant costume accessories that will make your outfit shine. Now available for pre-order online at https://www.butterflycarnival.
Beyond the music, the Butterfly Carnival will feature a spectacular lineup of carnival dancers, samba parades, drummers, stilt walkers, and live entertainment.
Plus, a selection of 10+ food vendors from around the world will tantalise your taste buds, with a preview including: Ting Irie (Caribbean), Hyperama (South African), Mamacita (Latin) & Allo Beirut (Lebanese).
This is a ground-breaking event for the UAE, unlike anything you’ve seen or done before. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable day at Butterfly Carnival. It’s more than a festival – it’s a celebration of global culture, music, and unity. Get your tickets now!
General Admission (GA): 200-300 AED, Brunch Tickets: 550 AED (Includes unlimited beverages and food token), VIP Tickets: 500 AED (Includes fast-track entry, access to the VIP terrace, and more).
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