Sole DXB 2026 moves to The Square, Nad Al Sheba this December. Discover the headliners, including Overmono and Lola Young, plus ticket prices and dates.
Key Takeaways
- Sole DXB 2026 moves to The Square, Nad Al Sheba, from 11–13 December, featuring headliners Overmono and Lola Young.
- The current programme names the Main Stage and Stage Two, with Overmono on Friday, Lola Young on Saturday and Rema on Sunday.
- Expect more than music; Sole DXB integrates fashion, art, food, and basketball, supporting Dubai’s streetwear culture.
- Three-day passes start at AED495 for all-ages General Admission; AED775 VIP Grandstand is 21+ and is not the same as Golden Circle.
- Daily programming runs from 4:00pm to 2:30am, and final ticket prices will vary by release phase.
Sole DXB 2026 is moving to a new location this December, with British electronic duo Overmono and South London singer Lola Young confirmed as the festival’s headliners. The event will run from 11–13 December at The Square, Nad Al Sheba, marking the festival’s first venue change in over a decade.
The Big Move: Sole DXB Heads to Nad Al Sheba
In a strategic shift for the 14-year-old festival, organisers have announced that Sole DXB 2026 will be held at The Square in Nad Al Sheba. This move represents a significant change in geography for the event, which has evolved from its original hip-hop foundations into a broader cultural platform.
The Line-up: Overmono and Lola Young Lead the Charge
The organiser’s current programme, checked on 5 November 2026, names the Main Stage and Stage Two. To avoid booking errors, match the artist with the actual day rather than treating a three-day lineup poster as a nightly bill:
- Friday, 11 December: Overmono (Live). The organiser’s artist biography identifies brothers Tom and Ed Russell and their second album, Pure Devotion; this is artist context, not a confirmed set list.
- Saturday, 12 December: Lola Young. The organiser’s biography credits the South London artist with a Best Pop Solo Performance Grammy for “Messy”.
- Sunday, 13 December: Rema. His date is now listed on the official programme, completing the three-day headliner comparison.
Other confirmed artists include Hajaj, Fatoumata Diawara, Peter Cat Recording Co., and the duo Maii and Zeid, alongside DJ sets from Gia Fu and Matthew Herbert.
More Than Just Music: What to Expect
While the musical performances are a primary draw, Sole DXB remains a multi-disciplinary festival. The programme is designed to integrate various elements of street culture, including fashion, art, food, and basketball. Attendees can also explore experiential retail installations and participate in various talks. This blend of disciplines continues to support Dubai’s streetwear wave, providing a space for both established and emerging local and international brands.
Tickets and Timings
The authorised Platinumlist event page lists opening hours of 4:00pm–2:30am. Those are festival hours, not a promise that your chosen artist plays at a particular time. The organiser says the detailed schedule will be announced later. Ticket releases are phased; the amounts below were listed on 5 November, not guaranteed checkout prices for a later visit.
| Pass Type | Starting Price |
|---|---|
| 3-Day General Admission — all ages | AED495 |
| 3-Day VIP Grandstand — 21+ | AED775 |
| 3-Day Golden Circle — all ages | AED825 |
| 3-Day Golden Circle — 21+ | AED975 |
Use the official ticket comparison before choosing an upgrade. VIP Grandstand costs AED280 more than General Admission and supplies a viewing platform opposite the Main Stage; it is not the closer-stage Golden Circle product. Golden Circle all-ages costs AED330 more than General Admission and lists priority viewing and fast-track entry. Dedicated F&B service does not say unlimited food or drinks are included.
Age, entry and transport checks before buying
The official site says the festival becomes 16+ after 8:00pm; children 10 and under enter free with valid ID, and children 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult. A pass labelled all-ages does not cancel that evening cutoff or open a 21+ area to a minor. Confirm your group’s ages before paying.
At this check the organiser listed three-day passes on sale and single-day passes as coming soon. If only one artist matters to you, compare the later single-day price with the three-day option once actually released; do not invent a daily tariff. Access remains subject to capacity. Platinumlist’s event-specific terms say no re-entry, prohibit resale and state non-refundable/non-changeable/non-transferable tickets; check those terms rather than relying on a generic refundable-ticket badge.
The venue is The Square, Nad Al Sheba—not Dubai Design District. Platinumlist warns that paid parking is limited. Choose the current venue pin and arrange the return journey around the late closing time; an old festival address or an unverified ten-minute driving estimate is not a transport plan.
