Desert Groove: Eid Edition, presented by Groove on the Grass, will take place from Friday, 20 March to Sunday, 22 March 2026 in Ras Al Khaimah. The three-day outdoor electronic music festival will mark the Eid weekend with a curated desert programme combining international and regional artists, immersive stage design and complementary lifestyle experiences.
Established in the UAE more than a decade ago, Groove on the Grass has developed as an independent music and arts platform, hosting multi-stage events that bring together global electronic acts and regional talent. The 2026 Eid Edition will feature more than 30 artists performing across sunset and late-night sessions.
The line-up, announced in alphabetical order, includes Adam Rahman, Adil Elaouad, Anton Atóm, Avidbold, Abood of Nazareth, Cattaree, David August, Deian, Dephdude, DJ Tennis, Feras, Halawa, Honeytrap, Husa & Zeyada, Iman Rohani, James Zabiela, Liminal Roots, Mario Bazouri, Marius Persic, Mattia Stragapede, Mira Kater, Morgan Dope, Salah Sadeq, Schwrzwldr, SpaceKreem, Tarzan, The Life of Maks, Umi, Vas Floyd, Walashi and Wynton Harvey, among others.
In addition to the music programme, the festival will include a curated bazaar spotlighting local brands, wellness sessions, food and beverage outlets, art installations and designated chill-out areas designed to support a full weekend format. The multi-stage layout allows attendees to move between performances while engaging with the broader cultural and community elements integrated into the site.
Tickets are currently available in one-day and two-day general admission formats, with options to upgrade to backstage access. Festival-goers can also opt for camping and accommodation packages ranging from furnished tents and domes to elevated tree house-style units, enabling an extended stay within the desert setting.
