Balad Beast 2026 returns to Jeddah with its final lineup confirmed, reinforcing a strong electronic music foundation for its fourth edition. Taking place on January 29 and 30, the MDLBEAST festival once again occupies Jeddah’s UNESCO-listed historic district. With the full bill now revealed, Balad Beast positions itself as a major winter fixture for electronic music in the region, balancing global scale with club-rooted programming.
The focus sits firmly on electronic artists with global touring credibility and underground relevance. Alesso leads the electronic billing alongside Solomun, reinforcing Balad Beast’s commitment to electronic music programming. Ben Böhmer returns emotional depth to Al Balad while Loco Dice and Pawsa anchor the lineup with dance-driven authority.
The electronic offering continues with Brina Knauss, NTO, Tini Gessler, and Franky Rizardo, covering melodic, progressive, and house-focused sounds. Regional representation arrives through Caleesi & Kreis, Varoo, and Vinyl Mode, maintaining Balad Beast’s balance between international and regional programming. These names now form a complete electronic backbone for the 2026 edition.
LANY, Playboi Carti and Shaggy join the Balad Beast 2026 Lineup
Balad Beast 2026 expands its scope with a cross-genre lineup that broaden the festival’s audience without shifting its core identity. Playboi Carti leads the hip-hop presence, bringing contemporary rap into Al Balad’s historic setting. LANY adds pop-driven scale and emotional crossover appeal, while Shaggy introduces global familiarity with a catalogue that cuts across generations. Together, these names extend Balad Beast’s reach beyond electronic audiences while maintaining a curated balance.
Balad Beast unfolds across four stages embedded within Al Balad’s alleys, courtyards, and souqs. Bab stage hosts headline performances, Omda stage focuses on deeper electronic sounds, Souq stage blends global and regional acts, and Roshan stage delivers melodic experiences. The full lineup now spans over one hundred artists across two nights, with doors opening daily at 8:00 pm.
All You Need to Know Before You Go
Balad Beast 2026 opens its gates daily at 8:00 pm and closes entry strictly at 2:00 am across both nights. Attendees must enter before the cutoff time to access performances, as re-entry is not permitted after gates close. Programming continues late into the night across all stages.
All guests must present a valid physical or digital ID upon entry. Security teams may request identification at any point during access checks. Entry remains restricted to ages sixteen and above, with strict enforcement throughout the festival.
Access to Balad Beast requires the NOFOMO app. Attendees must download the app and create an account using the same email address and mobile number used during ticket purchase. Tickets and entry validation operate exclusively through the platform.
Dress codes balance self-expression with practicality. Balad Beast encourages bold and expressive outfits, while January evenings in Al Balad can feel cold. Warm layers are strongly advised. Local customs apply, and security reserves the right to deny entry based on inappropriate attire.
The festival does not provide free public Wi-Fi for guests. Phone charging stations are also unavailable on site, so attendees should arrive with fully charged devices. ATMs are not available within the festival grounds. A dedicated merchandise booth operates on site, offering official Balad Beast items throughout both nights.
Balad Beast 2026 Tickets
Balad Beast 2026 offers two clear ticket tiers, structured around access, comfort, and time spent inside Al Balad. Festival Access tickets are available as single-day or two-day options. Thursday and Friday Festival Access tickets start from $80 (SAR 299) per day. Meanwhile, two-day tickets start from $128 (SAR 479), offering full access across both nights.
The new Backstage Pass introduces an elevated experience with expanded privileges. Single-day Backstage tickets are priced from $295 (SAR 1,109) per day. A two-day Backstage Pass is available from $500 (SAR 1,879). This tier includes backstage access across stages, a dedicated VIP entrance lane, and dedicated VIP parking. Backstage ticket holders also receive exclusive Balad Beast merchandise and SAR 100 wallet credit per day, adding comfort and convenience for extended nights inside the district.
All tickets for Balad Beast 2026 are available here via NOFOMO. The festival is open to ages sixteen and above, and entry requires downloading the NOFOMO app.
