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Balad Beast 2025: A Fusion of Music, Culture, and History in Jeddah

08 Feb 2025
  • Why was Al-Balad the perfect location for Balad Beast?
  • What ticket categories were available to festival-goers?
  • Which artists performed at Balad Beast 2025?
  • How did Balad Beast blend modern music with Al-Balad’s heritage?

Jeddah witnessed an electrifying weekend as Balad Beast 2025 took over the historic Al-Balad district on January 30-31, 2025. This UNESCO-listed heritage site transformed into a vibrant musical hub, where tradition met modern beats. With over 70 artists performing across four dynamic stages, this edition delivered an unparalleled experience, cementing Balad Beast as one of the most iconic music festivals in the region.

A Historic Setting for an Unforgettable Festival

A Historic Setting for an Unforgettable Festival

The charm of Al-Balad provided the perfect setting for a music festival of this scale. With its centuries-old architecture, vibrant souqs, and narrow alleyways, the district created a surreal backdrop where festival-goers danced through history. Each of the four stages, including Souq Square and Roshn Square, offered a unique ambiance, making the surrounding environment as much a part of the festival as the performances themselves.

The fusion of music and culture in this historic setting made Balad Beast 2025 a truly immersive experience, where visitors enjoyed not just the music but also the rich heritage of Jeddah.

Ticket Options and Exclusive Experiences

Ticket Options and Exclusive Experiences

Balad Beast 2025 offered two ticket tiers, catering to different preferences:

  • General Admission (GA): Priced at SAR 250, this ticket granted unrestricted access to all four stages, along with complimentary parking, allowing attendees to fully immerse themselves in the festival’s musical energy.
  • Very Important Beast (VIB): A premium experience that provided access to exclusive historical building lounges, a SAR 125 credit for food and beverages, as well as complimentary gourmet bites. VIB ticket holders also enjoyed dedicated entry, ensuring a seamless and luxurious experience.

These options ensured that all attendees could tailor their experience to their preferred level of comfort and exclusivity.

A Star-Studded Lineup That Set the Stage on Fire

A Star-Studded Lineup That Set the Stage on Fire

Balad Beast 2025 featured a spectacular lineup of global superstars and regional icons, delivering a diverse musical experience:

  • January 30: 21 Savage, Gunna, JID, Michael Kiwanuka, CamelPhat, Korolova, and more.
  • January 31: Metro Boomin, Wiz Khalifa, Tiwa Savage, Jamie Jones, Maceo Plex, alongside other top electronic music acts.

The festival embraced a wide range of genres, including hip-hop, electronic, house, and techno, ensuring that every festival-goer found their rhythm in the vibrant atmosphere of Al-Balad.

More Than Just Music: A Cultural Experience

More Than Just Music: A Cultural Experience

While Balad Beast 2025 was a celebration of music, it was also a cultural phenomenon. The MDLBeast team ensured that the event seamlessly integrated with the historical essence of Al-Balad, combining cutting-edge stage designs with traditional architecture.

The result was a fusion of past and present, where visitors soaked in the cultural richness of Jeddah while enjoying world-class music performances. The immersive atmosphere turned the festival into an experience beyond entertainment, making it a landmark event in Saudi Arabia’s growing music scene.

Balad Beast 2025 came to a spectacular close, leaving behind unforgettable memories for thousands of music lovers. The combination of historic charm, modern beats, and high-energy performances made it one of the most talked-about events of the year.

With this edition’s huge success, Balad Beast has further solidified Jeddah’s reputation as a global music hub, and fans are already looking forward to what future editions will bring.

Ahd Kamal

BY Ahd Kamal

Started my career in Automotive Journalism in 2015. Even though I'm a pharmacist, hanging around cars all the time has created a passion for the automotive industry since day 1.

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