A four-day phenomenon that saw world-renowned descend on Expo City Dubai, UNTOLD Dubai was truly a sight to behold. Recognising the magnitude of this show-stopping event, the festival has recently been honoured as the Best Festival of the Year at the prestigious Middle East Event Awards 2024, held on June 13th at Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai. This accolade underscores the festival’s status as a powerhouse in the UAE’s dynamic live entertainment scene.
The first regional UNTOLD Dubai festival shattered records, drawing over 185,000 music fans and setting a new benchmark for events in the region. The fully immersive experience was the first of its kind in the region hosting a phenomenal line-up of top International live acts across all genres including EDM, House and techno DJs, K-pop and Arabic artists. As the biggest music festival the city has ever seen, UNTOLD Dubai welcomed a dynamic audience of fans and over 100 artists.
The Middle East Event Awards shines a spotlight on some of the best live events and entertainment in the region by awarding a series of titles including Best Arts and Culture Event, Best Community Event, and so much more. The award show seeks to honour these outstanding achievements, which centre the Middle East as a driving force in the entertainment industry.
“Receiving this recognition strengthens the legacy of UNTOLD Dubai and demonstrates music’s immense power. This award is a part of each of our beautiful fans, our supporting partners, and our unique team! We are extremely passionate about bringing unforgettable experiences to our audiences across the world and are already planning an even more spectacular show for UNTOLD Dubai 2025,” said Co-founder Edy Chereji.
