It runs three days with single-day tickets for Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and drew hundreds of thousands of fans in 2025. The 2026 edition is in doubt: Soundstorm 26 was listed with no dates or lineup, and reports from late September and early October say it has been postponed.
- Soundstorm 26 was listed on the MDLBEAST site with no dates or lineup published.
- One report had the 2026 festival scheduled for 16 to 19 December before the postponement news.
- 2025 added the PLEXI and LOG stages and the female-only HER Soundstorm network of lounges and viewing zones.
- Check MDLBEAST directly for refund or rollover details before booking flights or hotels.
Soundstorm 2026: dates, lineup and tickets
- Dates
- Dec 3–4, 2026. Reported by press or ticket sellers, not yet by the festival.[10]
- Lineup
- Not announced yet. 2025 headliners: Anyma, Post Malone, Cardi B, Halsey, Benson Boone.[2,3]
- Tickets
- Not on sale yet. In 2024, 3-day pass tickets started at SAR 209.[1] Official site ↗
- Live stream
- No live stream on record. If one is scheduled, it plays on this page.
Updated Oct 21, 2026.
Soundstorm 2026 lineup
The 2026 lineup isn't out yet.
The 2025 bill ran from Anyma, Calvin Harris and Swedish House Mafia to Post Malone, Cardi B, Halsey, Benson Boone and Pitbull. DJ Snake B2B Metro Boomin also played. No 2026 lineup has been published.
How much are Soundstorm 2026 tickets?
In 2024, 3-day passes started at SAR 209.[1]
Pass types
| STORM Access to every stage, free parking and wallet credit for food, merch or festival glam. | [2] |
| STORM+ Dedicated entry and parking lanes, prime viewing zones at stages including a special platform at Big Beast, and a higher wallet credit than STORM. | [2] |
| VIB Dedicated VIB gate, priority VIB parking close to the festival site, Storm Loop access, panoramic VIB platforms across all stages, and 100 SAR wallet credit per day. | [3,4] |
| VIB+ Entry through the VIB Box entrance, VIB Box valet parking, side-stage platform closest to the DJ booths, golf cart transport between stages, VIB Box Lounge with complimentary food and beverage, Storm Loop, and 500 SAR wallet credit per day. | [3,4] |
| VIB Table | 6 pax 6 VIB tickets for a selected day (Thursday, Friday or Saturday), a pre-booked table on elevated platforms overlooking Big Beast Stage, 900 SAR total wallet credit per table for food and beverage, VIB parking and entrance, Storm Loop, and 100 SAR wallet credit per day. | [3] |
| VIB Table (Ladies Only) | 6 pax Same inclusions as the VIB Table, for a table of women only: 6 VIB tickets for a selected day and 900 SAR total wallet credit for food and beverage per table. | [3] |
| PLEXI Stage VIB Balcona | 15 pax 15 VIB tickets for a selected day, a private VIB Balcona overlooking PLEXI Stage, 2250 SAR total for food and beverage per Balcona, VIB parking and entrance, Storm Loop, and 100 SAR wallet credit per day. | [3] |
| LOG Stage VIB Balcona | 10 pax 10 VIB tickets for a selected day, a private LOG stage VIB Balcona, 1500 SAR total for food and beverage per Balcona, VIB parking and entrance, Storm Loop, and 100 SAR wallet credit per day. | [3] |
| VIB Box A private suite for up to 20 people with a dedicated host, guest relations team, exclusive entry with valet, complimentary premium food and beverage, and panoramic views from VIB platforms. | [5] |
Past prices
| 2024 | 3-day pass SAR 209[1] |
Face-value prices as reported at the time, from the linked sources. Not adjusted for inflation.
Plan your trip to Soundstorm
Hotel packages at InterContinental Durrat Al Riyadh ran 10 to 14 December in 2025 and include shuttle transfers and VIB 3-day tickets. Wait for the new dates before booking anything.
- STORM tickets include free parking.
- VIB holders get 50% off a Blacklane ride, 6 to 9 PM and 1 to 3 AM, pre-booking required.
- The 2025 hotel packages included festival shuttle transfers.
All details (3)
- STORM tickets include free parking. VIB ticket holders get priority parking close to the festival site; VIB+ and VIB Box guests get valet parking.[2,3]
- VIB ticket holders get 50% off a first-class Blacklane ride to and from Soundstorm. Rides run 6–9 PM and 1–3 AM, subject to availability. Pre-booking is required, and each VIB guest receives a unique promo code closer to the event.[3]
- InterContinental Durrat Al Riyadh packages include shuttle transfers to and from the festival site.[2]
- 2025 packages at InterContinental Durrat Al Riyadh covered four nights, 10 to 14 December.
- They include half board, pool access and 300 SAR wallet credit per guest.
- Early-bird prices started at SAR 17,400 for a Standard Room for 2 guests, and could change.
All details (2)
- InterContinental Durrat Al Riyadh Resort & Spa packages for 2025 cover four nights, 10–14 December, for two guests in the entry tiers. They include daily breakfast and lunch (half board), a welcome gift, access to the hotel pool, terrace and lounge, festival shuttle transfers, and a 300 SAR wallet credit per guest. Packages unlock 2, 4, 6 or 8 VIB 3-day tickets depending on the tier.[2]
- Package prices (SAR, early-bird pricing subject to change): Standard Room 17,400 (2 guests, 2 VIB 3-day tickets); Twin Room 19,700 (2 guests); Suite 27,800 (2 guests); Two-Bedroom Villa 43,500 (4 guests, 4 VIB 3-day tickets); Three-Bedroom Villa 59,400 (6 guests, 6 VIB 3-day tickets); Four-Bedroom Villa 85,700 (8 VIB 3-day tickets).[2]
- HER Soundstorm lounges and zones are female-only.
- The ladies-only VIB table is for a group of six women.
- Blacklane rides need pre-booking with a promo code sent to each VIB guest.
- Down Town is the food and fashion district.
- VIB holders can use the elevated Storm Loop walkway between stages and lounges.
- Wallet credit covers food, merch and festival extras: 100 SAR a day on VIB.
All details (4)
- HER Soundstorm is a female-only network of viewing areas and lounges. It includes HER Lounges, HER Zones at the main stages, a HER Path connecting them, and a HER Welcome Center.[6]
- Down Town is a district within the festival with food and fashion.[6]
- Storm Loop is an elevated walkway connecting every stage and lounge, open to VIB ticket holders.[3]
- VIB panoramic viewing decks give stage views from platforms across all stages.[3]
Soundstorm stages
Big Beast is the main stage, Down Beast covers indie and R&B, and Dance Tent is built for bouncing. There are also five Underground stages for house and disco, and 2025 added PLEXI and LOG.
Can you watch Soundstorm live?
As of Oct 27, 2026: We found no live stream of Soundstorm in its recent editions. No 2026 stream has been announced yet, and the December 3–4, 2026 dates are reported but not confirmed by the festival.
We found no confirmed official livestream of recent Soundstorm editions. MDLBEAST's YouTube channel carries aftermovies and recaps, and fan accounts post full sets from 2025. With 2026 postponed, there is no stream to plan around right now.
Most-watched sets
Latest from Soundstorm
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Soundstorm aftermovies and photos
Soundstorm editions and history
Soundstorm ran with 8 stages in 2023, over 200 artists across 8 stages in 2024, and added PLEXI, LOG and HER zones in 2025.
| 2025 | Anyma, Post Malone, Cardi B, Halsey, Benson Boone | Three-day festival with single-day tickets sold for Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Introduced the PLEXI and LOG stages and the female-only HER Zones network. InterContinental Durrat Al Riyadh hotel packages ran 10–14 December.[2,3] |
Timeline (3)
- Soundstorm 2025 added the PLEXI and LOG stages and the HER Soundstorm female-only zones, with a hotel package at InterContinental Durrat Al Riyadh.[3,6]
- Soundstorm '24 featured over 200 artists across 8 stages and introduced the UG1 Balcona, a private Balcona with Underground 1 stage views for up to 15 friends.[5,7]
- Soundstorm 2023 ran with 8 stages and a cyberpunk-themed entertainment village.[8]
Soundstorm FAQ
Do I need an app to enter the festival?
Yes. Entry requires the NOFOMO app.
How do I contact Soundstorm customer support?
Call +966920000208, or reach out by email or WhatsApp.
What tips does the Soundstorm team give attendees?
Wear stylish, comfortable clothes, bring sunglasses, fully charge your phone and bring a charger, and drink enough water.
What is the Stormshaker competition?
A competition run by XP Music Futures to find the next great regional DJ. The first step is a chance to perform at Soundstorm.
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