IMS Dubai Presented by Beatport Returns 13th-14th Nov, 2025
IMS Dubai Presented by Beatport Returns 13th-14th Nov, 2025
The two-day summit aims to be a key meeting point for fostering growth, collaboration, and sustainable development across the region's rapidly expanding music markets.
International Music Summit (IMS), a leading global platform for electronic music in Ibiza, is returning for a second edition in Dubai, presented by Beatport, from November 13th to 14th.
Building on the success of IMS' MENA debut in Dubai last year in 2024 and its mission to foster conversations and connections within the rapidly evolving region, IMS Dubai 2025 will feature two days of expert-led panel discussions, keynotes, and networking opportunities, plus a curated evening programming.
The summit will celebrate the region's thriving electronic music scene, bringing together a slew of artists, collectives, and visionaries driving its growth and evolution. It will also explore the future of the music scene and its broader impact on the creative and commercial industries, offering valuable insights on opportunities in investment, gaming, and evolving technology.
Last year, IMS Dubai was packed with discussions and keynotes on various topics, spanning trends, innovations, and challenges facing the music community, with speakers from YouTube, Warner Music Group, Anghami, Tomorrowland, CAA, and Defected. The exclusive evening parties also featured a stellar lineup of artists such as Deep Dish, Cosmicat, Saliah, Yas Meen Selectress and Stryv, with a series of exclusive evening parties.
'It's exciting to see how IMS Dubai has already become a vital touchpoint for the region. The energy, curiosity, and ideas we saw last year made it clear that this is a place that can provide lots of knowledge and value.' Pete Tong, Co-founder of IMS, tells SceneNoise, 'We're really building momentum and giving a platform to local and international talent who are moving the needle and pushing boundaries. Dubai is fast becoming a hub for forward-thinking creators, and IMS is right at the heart of it.'
This year, IMS Dubai, presented by Beatport, will take place at the 25hours Hotel One Central, positioning the summit at one of the city's most vibrant hubs for music and culture. With its focus on investment, entrepreneurship, and emerging trends, IMS Dubai aims to serve as a vital meeting point to foster growth, collaboration, and sustainable development across the region's fast-growing markets.
Early bird tickets for the summit are now available on internationalmusicsummit.com. Stay tuned to SceneNoise for announcements about the IMS Dubai 2025 speaker roster, artist showcases, and evening program.
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