Following a successful debut in 2024, Butterfly Carnival is returning to Dubai on November 8–9, 2025, at the Dubai Media City Amphitheatre. The festival will feature over 30 international artists performing across two main stages and three sound systems.
Butterfly Carnival is an annual music and cultural festival that celebrates global carnival traditions through music, dance, and community, providing a platform for cultural exchange and entertainment in a vibrant, inclusive environment.
Attendees can enjoy a variety of music genres, including Afrobeats, Reggae, Dancehall, Soca, Reggaeton, Brazilian Funk, Amapiano, Hip-Hop, and R&B.
The festival will also present immersive carnival experiences with vibrant parades, dancers, and performers, reflecting traditions from some of the world’s most well-known carnivals. Food options will include a range of international cuisines for festival-goers to enjoy.
