Cancelled in 2024 in solidarity with the country’s instability, the festival comes back to Metro Madina in December.
After canceling its 2024 edition in solidarity with the instability in Lebanon, Beirut & Beyond International Music Festival (BBIMF) has announced that this year’s edition will return to Metro Madina from December 4–6, continuing its tradition of championing experimental, boundary-pushing Arab artists from across the region and the diaspora.
Launched in 2013, BBIMF quickly established itself as one of the leading showcases for the Arab world’s thriving independent music scene. Modeled after the Oslo World Music Festival, its long-time partner, the event not only highlights live performances but also fosters dialogue through seminars exploring the creative, political, and infrastructural challenges shaping the regional landscape.
Over the years, its stages have hosted a who’s who of Arab indie talent, including Lebanese icons Tania Saleh and Yasmine Hamdan, Egyptian singer Maryam Saleh, and Sudanese group Alsarah & The Nubatones. Pre-sale tickets are available via Metro Al Madina.
