XP Music Futures

موسيقى المستقبل

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MusicRiyadh
DatesDates TBA · Usually DecemberCheck locally before booking
DurationWinterEstimate from available data
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forLive music, late nightsThe conference has become a central meeting
Language["ar"]Currency: SAR
CategoryMusicFestival type
The story

XP Music Futures in Riyadh

XP Music Futures is an annual music industry conference and showcase held in Riyadh each December, organized by MDLBEAST, bringing together artists, executives and industry professionals from the Middle East and North Africa region for panels, networking and live performances, reaching its fifth anniversary edition in December 2025.

XP Music Futures grew out of MDLBEAST, the Saudi entertainment company best known for building Soundstorm into one of the region's largest music festivals, but the conference itself serves a different purpose: connecting the business side of MENA's music industry rather than simply staging performances for fans.
Your trip starts here
What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

The conference has become a central meeting point for MENA's growing music business, pairing serious industry discussion with public-facing showcases and parties, and its fifth edition drew what organizers and press described as its strongest Indian music industry lineup yet, according to Rolling Stone India, reflecting the event's expanding reach beyond the Arab world into South Asian music markets

02

The mystery stays covered

It runs alongside MDLBEAST's larger Soundstorm festival, giving Riyadh a combined industry-and-fan music moment each December

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

XP Music Futures extends the global music-conference format

Water and renewal

Living ritual

familiar from events like South by Southwest or Amsterdam Dance Event

The sacred route

Living ritual

into a MENA-specific context

The local code

Living ritual

reflecting MDLBEAST's broader mission of building regional music industry infrastructure alongside its consumer-facing Soundstorm festival

Tradition 5

Living ritual

itself part of Saudi Arabia's post-2019 entertainment expansion

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually December

Getting around

For XP Music Futures, plan transport around the exact Riyadh venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.

What to wear

Modest, comfortable clothing suits daytime conference sessions, while evening showcase and party programming allows more fashion-forward dressing within general Saudi public modesty norms...

Safety

Keep phone power, water, and a clear meeting point sorted before the main crowd arrives.

Where to stay

For XP Music Futures, stay near the part of Riyadh you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

Tickets/cost

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

Language/currency

["ar"] · SAR

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map24.69 N, 46.72 EOpen in Google Maps

Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Nearest airportRUH — King Khalid
TransportFor XP Music Futures, plan transport around the exact Riyadh venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.
Stay areaFor XP Music Futures, stay near the part of Riyadh you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

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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 gearModest, comfortable clothing suits daytime conference sessions, while evening showcase and party programming allows more fashion-forward dressing within general Saudi public modesty norms; layers help since December evenings in Riyadh can turn cool.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 XP Music Futures?

XP Music Futures is listed for December · Winter. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does XP Music Futures 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?

Winter 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 URLlistmag.com
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SourceSource link available
Listed datesDates TBA · Usually December
Source statusOfficial source linked
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