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Beat the Heat DXB: Dubai's Summer Arab Rap Festival

Season 3 brings four nights of top Arab rappers to Dubai World Trade Centre across two July weekends — with gaming zones, food, and tickets from AED 131.

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Beat the Heat DXB: Dubai's Summer Arab Rap Festival
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  • 1Beat the Heat DXB Season 3 runs across two weekends: July 12-13 and July 19-20, 2024, at Zabeel Hall 6, Dubai World Trade Centre.
  • 2The four-night festival features top Arab rap and hip-hop artists including Siilawy, Marwan Moussa, Aziz Maraka, Abyusif, and Noel Kharman.
  • 3General Admission tickets start from AED 131; Fan Pit tickets are AED 236 (VAT included). The event is ages 10+ and alcohol-free.
  • 4Beyond concerts, the festival includes gaming zones, food stalls, and entertainment activities throughout the evening.
  • 5Tickets are available on Platinumlist and the official Beat the Heat DXB website.

Dubai's most anticipated summer music series is back. Beat the Heat DXB Season 3 takes over Zabeel Hall 6 at Dubai World Trade Centre across two back-to-back weekends — July 12-13 and July 19-20, 2024 — with four nights of high-energy concerts headlined by the Arab world's most exciting rap and hip-hop artists.

What Is Beat the Heat DXB?

Beat the Heat DXB is Dubai's signature indoor summer concert series, purpose-built to give music fans an electrifying night out during the city's hottest months. Season 3 raises the bar with a packed artist roster spanning some of the most streamed names in Arab rap right now.

The Season 3 Lineup

Four nights, four distinct lineups — each night at Zabeel Hall 6, Dubai World Trade Centre:

- July 12: Siilawy and Marwan Moussa - July 13: Soulja, Hleem, and Dafencii — plus Akhrass, Big Sam, and Lana Lubany - July 19: Abyusif, Abo El Anwar, and Moscow - July 20: Aziz Maraka, Big Sam, and Noel Kharman

Whether you're already a fan of these artists or looking to discover your next favourite act, the lineup guarantees there is something for every taste in Arab hip-hop and rap.

More Than Just Music

Beat the Heat DXB is not purely a concert. Between sets, visitors can explore dedicated gaming zones, graze on a wide selection of food and beverages, and enjoy a full evening of entertainment in an air-conditioned venue — a welcome respite from Dubai's July heat.

Tickets and Venue Details

Tickets are on sale now through Platinumlist:

- General Admission (Standing): AED 131 - Fan Pit (Standing): AED 236 (including 5% VAT)

The event is held at Zabeel Hall 6, Dubai World Trade Centre, easily reachable via the Red Line Metro (World Trade Centre Station) or by car along Sheikh Zayed Road. The event is open to ages 10 and above; alcohol is not permitted on the premises.

How to Get Your Tickets

Spots are limited, and previous seasons sold out quickly. Head to Platinumlist or the official Beat the Heat DXB website to secure your tickets and lock in the nights you want before they are gone.

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Julie Buere

Reporting from Dubai — independent, on the ground, and built on local sources.