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    ANTS at Ushuaïa Dubai Harbour Experience: The Ibiza Vibes Hit Dubai

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    Key Facts

    • Headliner: ANTS
    • Venue: Ushuaïa Dubai, Dubai Harbour, Dubai
    • Date: 12 April 2025 — this event has already taken place

    Get ready, Dubai! ANTS, the legendary underground electronic music collective from Ibiza, is bringing its iconic party to Ushuaïa Dubai Harbour Experience on Saturday, 12th April 2025. Known for its pulsating beats, high-energy crowds, and cutting-edge production, ANTS is set to deliver a night that will echo long after the music stops.

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    ANTS at Ushuaïa Dubai Harbour

    The Legacy of ANTS: From Ibiza to Global Fame

    Launched in 2013 at the world-famous Ushuaïa Ibiza Beach Hotel, ANTS began as a party for Ibiza’s seasonal workers. Over the years, it has grown into one of the most influential electronic music brands globally, renowned for championing the best of house and techno. The event’s iconic ant-themed visuals, immersive audio-visual productions, and world-class lineups have made it a staple of Ibiza’s clubbing culture.

    The ANTS residency at Ushuaïa Ibiza is one of the longest-running and most popular events on the island, attracting thousands of music lovers every summer. Known for its day-to-night parties, ANTS creates an electric atmosphere that seamlessly blends the freedom of outdoor beach vibes with the intensity of underground music.

    Having conquered Ibiza, ANTS has taken its experience worldwide, hosting parties in cities like London, Miami, and Barcelona. Now, it’s Dubai’s turn to experience the buzz.

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    The colony of ANTS at Ushuaïa, Ibiza

    Lineup: The Colony Assembles

    Headlining the night will be some of the biggest names in the underground music scene, each known for their unique style and unforgettable sets:

    • Marco Carola 🇮🇹 – The Italian techno icon, renowned for his marathon sets and pivotal role in shaping the global electronic music scene. His performances are legendary, blending deep grooves with hypnotic beats that keep crowds moving until dawn.
    • Cloonee 🇬🇧 – A rising star in the tech-house scene, Cloonee’s infectious beats and playful basslines have earned him a reputation as one of the genre’s most exciting talents. Expect high-energy vibes and dancefloor anthems.
    • Andrea Oliva 🇨🇭 – As a key figure in ANTS since its inception, Andrea Oliva is synonymous with the brand’s sound. His ability to seamlessly blend house and techno with deep, tribal beats has made him a crowd favourite worldwide.
    • Calussa 🇺🇸 – The Miami-based duo brings their Afro-Latin-inspired beats to the stage, infusing the night with rhythm and energy that’s impossible to resist. Their genre-blending style is perfect for the sun-soaked, open-air vibes of Dubai Harbour.
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    Andrea Oliva

    Event Information

    📍 Venue: Ushuaïa Dubai Harbour Experience
    📅 Date: Saturday, 12th April 2025
    ⏰ Time: Doors open at 6:00 PM
    🚫 Age: 21+ (ID required)

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    Marco Carola

    How to Get There

    🚗 By Car: Use navigation apps for the fastest route to Ushuaïa Dubai Harbour Experience. Parking is available nearby.

    🚖 By Taxi: Easily accessible by taxi, with drop-off points close to the venue entrance.

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    Cloonee

    Tickets & VIP Tables

    🎟️ General Admission: Tickets are now on sale—early booking is recommended as capacity is limited.
    🥂 VIP Tables: Experience the event in style with exclusive VIP tables offering premium seating, bottle service, and the best views of the stage. For reservations, contact +971 52 868 1003 via WhatsApp.

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    ANTS is always the party to be at

    Why You Can’t Miss This

    ANTS is more than just a music event—it’s a global phenomenon. With its immersive production, world-class lineup, and electric atmosphere, this is your chance to experience the spirit of Ibiza right here in Dubai. Whether you’re a longtime fan or discovering ANTS for the first time, this night promises to be unforgettable.

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    Monica Bonalto arrived in Dubai in 2017 with a background in hospitality journalism and quickly became one of the most trusted voices in the UAE's dining and nightlife space. Over seven years on the ground, she has reviewed more than 400 venues across all seven emirates — from the sun-baked beach clubs of JBR and the rooftop terraces of DIFC, to the understated local gems that rarely make it onto tourist lists.Before joining What's Hot in UAE as Nightlife & Dining Editor, Monica contributed to Time Out Dubai, Abu Dhabi Food Festival coverage, and several regional hospitality publications. She has attended every major restaurant opening in Dubai since 2019 and maintains direct relationships with PRs and venue operators across the city — which means the information you read in her guides is always verified, never recycled from a press release.Her specialities are happy hours (she has personally verified every deal on our lists), Friday brunches, and the Northern Emirates' emerging food scene. She is based in DIFC and eats out five times a week. When she says a place is worth your money, it is.Follow Monica's work on Muck Rack, Substack, Vocal, and Medium.

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