MDLBEAST Soundstorm

Soundstorm

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MusicRiyadh
Dates3–5 December 2026Confirmed listing
Duration3 daysListed event span
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forLive music, late nightsSoundstorm's scale places it among the
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: SAR
CategoryMusicFestival type
The story

MDLBEAST Soundstorm in Riyadh

MDLBEAST Soundstorm is Saudi Arabia's flagship electronic music festival, staged annually in Riyadh's desert outskirts. The 2025 edition ran December 11 to 13 with more than 200 artists, headlined by Post Malone, Ava Max, Benson Boone, and Major Lazer Soundsystem, cementing its status as one of the largest music festivals in the Middle East.

MDLBEAST Soundstorm is Saudi Arabia's largest dedicated music festival, produced by MDLBEAST, the Riyadh-based entertainment company that has become the driving force behind the kingdom's modern electronic and popular music scene.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

Soundstorm's scale places it among the world's largest music festivals by lineup size, with its 2025 edition featuring over 200 artists across three days in a newly redesigned desert setting

02

The mystery stays covered

Organized by MDLBEAST, the Saudi entertainment company behind the kingdom's broader electronic and hip-hop music movement, the festival mixes major international pop and hip-hop headliners with regional and global DJs, giving it a genre-crossing identity distinct from purely electronic dance music festivals elsewhere in the world, while operating within the broader Riyadh Season calendar each winter

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

Soundstorm is a contemporary festival with no historic antecedent

Water and renewal

Living ritual

but it has become a defining fixture of Saudi Arabia's rapidly built modern music culture

The sacred route

Living ritual

itself part of the broader Vision 2030 push to expand public entertainment and international cultural exchange

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

3–5 December 2026

Getting around

Stay close enough to the part of Riyadh you will actually use, especially if the event runs late.

What to wear

Comfortable festival wear suited to desert conditions, modest coverage in line with local norms, layers for the temperature drop after dark, and sturdy closed-toe shoes for standing and...

Safety

At MDLBEAST Soundstorm, agree on a meeting point and plan food, water and the return route before crowds thicken.

Where to stay

Base yourself where the last trip of the day stays easy, especially if MDLBEAST Soundstorm runs late.

Tickets/cost

Ticketing varies by venue and stage. Confirm official passes before booking travel.

Language/currency

SAR

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map24.71 N, 46.68 EOpen in Google Maps

Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Nearest airportRUH — King Khalid
TransportStay close enough to the part of Riyadh you will actually use, especially if the event runs late.
Stay areaBase yourself where the last trip of the day stays easy, especially if MDLBEAST Soundstorm runs late.

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External travel services to turn the plan into a trip — each opens in a new tab.

How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Riyadh via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near Riyadh, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for December.Compare faresFestival gearComfortable festival wear suited to desert conditions, modest coverage in line with local norms, layers for the temperature drop after dark, and sturdy closed-toe shoes for standing and walking on sand for extended periods.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for Saudi Arabia and apply online.Check entry rulesTravel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is MDLBEAST Soundstorm?

MDLBEAST Soundstorm is listed for 3–5 December 2026. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does MDLBEAST Soundstorm take place?

The festival is listed in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

3 days is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

Found something inaccurate or outdated? Email hello@eventisimus.com with the festival page link and the correction.

Official URLmdlbeast.com
Organizer accessAre you the organizer? Claim this listing →
SourceSource link available
Listed dates3–5 December 2026
Source statusOfficial source linked
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