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Nov 29th - 30th | From 1pm till 1pm | 24 hours festival | Limited early-bird tickets that grants you all-inclusive access to every concert, workshop, and even a night of camping in our desert oasis.
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Nov 29th - 30th | From 1pm till 1pm | 24 hours festival
Doors open on Saturday November 29, 2025 at 1PM
It will end on Sunday November 30, 2025 at 1PM.
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The SAMĀ Festival takes place atNujum Desert Camp(50 mins from Dubai).
Join our WhatsApp group for Shuttle service which will be provided from various locations in Dubai.
All vehicle types can access the main parking.
4×4’s will be ready to take you from the main parking into our desert oasis. (5min ride from when you park your car to the venue).
There are full facilities available including more than 8 bathrooms so NO need to queue.
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WORKSHOPS & INTERACTIVE SESSIONS
12PM ⧫ Campers Welcome for Set up
1PM ⧫ Doors Open
The OASIS - Opening
2PM ⧫Sound Keepers Gong + Multi-instrumental Journey
3PM ⧫ Journey of Munay Sacred Sounds and Music
4PM ⧫ Heart Secrets & Family Constellations · Rima Zanoun
5PM ⧫ Interactive Live Set: Vlad + Nushka
6PM ⧫True Connection · Ariel Daunay
The HEART Stage- AFTERNOON (Main Stage)
1:30 PM ⧫ Grace of Fire Workshop · Nicolas Canon
3:30 PM ⧫Bharatanatyam Dance Workshop · Radhe Jaggi
4:30 PM ⧫ Orishas Workshop · Afrosideral
5:30 PM ⧫Drum Circle with Adeleke J
6:15 PM ⧫ uXu Live Music
The HEART Stage- EVENING FLOW
7PM ⧫Opening Ceremony · Ape Chimba + Radhe Jaggi (Special Performance)
7:30 PM ⧫ Ape Chimba & Friends · Live Concert ·
9:30 PM ⧫Afrosideral · Live Set
The HEART Stage- NIGHT FREQUENCY
11PM ⧫ AWO · Hybrid DJ Set
The CAMP FIRE in the DUNES
1AM ⧫ Surprise Guests · Local Artists TBA
The DUNES at the Camp
9AM ⧫Gentle Yoga Flow
10AM ⧫ Primal Moves + Alchemy Rewire Breathwork
11AM ⧫AcroYoga
1PM ⧫ Desert Farewell
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✧ Radhe Jaggi Workshop
✧Sunset Drum Circle
✧ True Connection Workshop with Ariel Daunay
✧Heart secrets & Family Constellation with Rima Zanoun
✧Open Mic Poetry by the Water
✧Orishas Dance Workshop with Afrosideral
✧ Radhe Jaggi + Ape Chimba Live Performance
✧ Ape Chimba Live Concert
✧ Afrosideral Live Set + Concert
✧ AWO Live Hybrid DJ set
✧Artisan marketplace with artisan nourishment, elixirs, and curated Elixir bar.
✧ Private Camping Access with Bathrooms
✧ After Party Music Jam in the Camp Area with Local and Visiting Artists
✧ Morning Yoga Practice
✧ Primal Moves
And so much more…
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There will be a designated area for Overnight camping for those who wish to camp.
You can bring your own tents and have access to bathrooms and firepits.
Book your glamping tents at an additional cost directly through nomadic.ae please use the phone number +971585271420 code SAMA10 when making your booking.
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A Celebration of Artisan Craft and Soulful Nourishment
Step into our carefully curated Market Place, where tradition meets innovation. Explore a vibrant gathering of artisan vendors offering a variety of handcrafted goods, cultural treasures, and nourishing treats designed to delight your senses and elevate your experience.
From wellness elixirs to artisanal creations, our marketplace is a space to connect with the creativity and passion of local and global artisans. Whether you're seeking a refreshing brew, a unique keepsake, or simply a moment to indulge, you'll find something here to inspire your journey.
We have some beautiful offerings to share including Zhenabia, Mazyoun and Mazyouna, Motion Trading & more tba. Enjoy a variety of Artisan vendors available throughout. We are Life within, New Mind Chaga, Health Nag Matcha, Cymbiotika, Holy Smokes and more TBA
Reach out to us at love@thesamafestival.com if you’d like to be part of our festival.
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The workshops are included in the festival pass.
The Tea Ceremony has a suggested donation. Book HERE. We highly recommend securing your spot in advance. First come first serve.
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Join us on Whatsapp for exclusive invitations and coordination.
We Will Provide Shuttle Service buses from points in AD and DXB for pre party vibes getting you to the venue and back home
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The SAMĀ Festival is an alcohol-free space. By choosing to leave alcohol behind, we collectively support the prayer and intention throughout the event. This choice cultivates a truly unique atmosphere, enhancing the energy of presence, clarity, and connection. It allows us to engage deeply with ourselves, each other, and the essence of what we’re trying to touch into.
We kindly ask for your respect and commitment to this principle, as it enriches our shared experience and upholds the integrity of our gathering.We do not wish to profit from the commercial sale of alcohol and we believe the container is much more potent when people are not drinking alcohol, so we will not be selling any alcohol at the event. We have amazing ceremonial cacao, elixirs, teas, coffee, and other great drink options available as well as F&B.
LINE-UP 🜃ARTISTS
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Afrosideral Live Set
A Cuban artist with a magnetic presence, Afrosideral blends Afro-Cuban folklore, ethnic instruments, and live electronic rhythms to create a mystical, ecstatic journey of self exploration through music and movement.. A natural improviser, a mystical and ceremonial aura takes over the space when he performs. As a messenger of his ancestors, his verses carry their strength, inviting introspection and elevating energy on a journey of no return.
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Âpe Chimba Live Concert
Captivating and mystifying. Conjuring both deep self-reflection and liberating ecstatic dance. Âpe's music echoes the eternal in all of us, expressing the rawest of human emotion and leading to the doors of sacred celebration. The concert will last for approx. three hours yet the party continues through the night.
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Radhe Jaggi Performance
Meet Radhe Jaggi, an acclaimed Bharatanatyam dancer and a celebrated name in the world of Arts. Radhe Jaggi’s dance style is motivated by her deep understanding of movement and expression. She aspires to carry forward the legacy of the great Rukmini Devi Arundale by blending expressive abhinaya with precise adavus, bringing a harmonious balance of both to her performances.
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AWO | Hybrid DJ set
The celebration continues into the early hours. Âpe Chimba’s DJ sets are a transcendent fusion of Afro-electronic music, weaving traditional African rhythms with cutting-edge electronic elements. These performances embody a vibrant interplay of ancestral heritage and modern innovation, creating an immersive journey that bridges the primal and the futuristic. The tempo ranges between 115–130 BPM, striking a balance between danceable energy and trance. Ape Chimba incorporates genres like house, techno, and amapiano while infusing the soundscape with field recordings—nature sounds and ambient textures—enhancing the sensory experience.
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Radhe Jaggi Dance Workshop
Sadhguru’s daughter Radhe Jaggi is an acclaimed Bharatanatyam Dancer and a known name in the world of creative arts.
Radhe Jaggi’s dance style is motivated by her deep understanding of movement and expression, cultivated through her training with her teachers and years of dedicated yoga practice. She aspires to carry forward the legacy of the great Rukmini Devi Arundale by blending expressive abhinaya with precise adavus, bringing a harmonious balance of both to her performances.
Radhe brings to her practice a quiet grace that is subtle yet exuberant. Her style rests on her innerstanding of movement and expression.
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Orishas Movement Chants, Rhythm & Dance
Afrosideral's Signature Orishas Movements Workshop invites you to explore the world of the orishas holistically through dance, chants, and rhythm. it's an interactive musical journey where participants become a unified choir and dance ensemble, honoring the earth in gratitude ceremonies. An experience that combines spirituality, music, and movement in a space of connection and harmony.
Immerse yourself in the magic in this 90-minute workshop, we'll explore the world of the orishas through: Rhythmic chants & Ancestral dance- We’ll honor the earth, awaken our bodies, and connect to a shared sense of presence and gratitude. Honoring the forces of nature
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Sunset Drum Circle
Feel the Rhythms of the Desert at Dusk As the sun begins its descent, join us for a powerful communal experience that connects us to the heartbeat of the earth.
This sacred gathering invites you to immerse yourself in the ancient rhythms of percussion, where every beat resonates with the soul of the desert and the collective energy of the group.
Guided by cultural custodians, the drum circle is a space for expression, unity, and connection—ancestral traditions.
Let the rhythm guide you, the sunset inspire you, and the collective energy of the circle uplift your spirit as you prepare for the transformative experiences of the SAMĀ Festival.
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Heart Secrets & Family Constellations
Unfold the unseen stories that shape your life. In this profound and heart‑opening workshop, Rima Zanoun guides participants through the transformative field of Family Constellations—a therapeutic exploration that reveals hidden patterns, inherited emotions, and unspoken bonds within our family systems.
Through gentle guidance and experiential exercises, Heart Secrets & Family Constellations invites you to bring healing awareness to what lies beneath the surface, creating space for acceptance, release, and inner peace.
Join Rima at for an intimate journey into the wisdom of the heart, where personal transformation ripples outward into deeper connection with self, family, and community.
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Grace Of Fire
Awakening the sacred within through the alchemy of movement, breath, and presence. In Grace of Fire, Nicolás Canon invites you into a powerful journey of transformation—where fire becomes a teacher of truth, vitality, and surrender. Through a fusion of somatic exploration, breathwork, embodied ritual, and conscious movement, this workshop ignites the inner flame that unites strength with sensitivity, passion with grace.
Here, fire is not to be tamed but to be honored—as a guiding force that burns away illusion and rekindles your authentic essence. Join Nicolás and experience how the dance of fire can become a mirror of the soul, illuminating the path back to your radiant, embodied self.
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True Connection Workshop
A journey back home to yourself—and to those around you. Join Ariel Daunay for True Connection, a transformative workshop at The SAMĀ Festival designed to open the heart and awaken embodied presence. Through a blend of somatic awareness, active meditation, and dynamic group exercises, Ariel creates a safe and playful space where authenticity and connection flourish.
Whether you come solo or with friends, this encounter offers a sure way to meet like‑minded souls, drop into the body, and experience what it feels like to truly arrive home—to yourself, to your breath, and to the collective rhythm of the festival.
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uXU Musica
uXu (pronounced “ushu”) is an ethno-fusion band weaving organic textures, tribal rhythms, and ancestral melodies into a contemporary, cross-cultural sound. Drawing inspiration from regional folklore, tribal rhythms, and traditional Sufi-inspired melodies, uXu blends ancestral tones with contemporary sounds—bridging cultures through voice, rhythm, and emotion. Through layered vocals, organic percussion, and heartfelt improvisation, uXu creates immersive experiences that celebrate cultural diversity and the unifying language of music.
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Ethnogenic Soundscapes
Meet Nassib Bouchebel, Sound Healing Specialist & Musician.
Nassib is known for his unique Ethnogenic Soundscapes where he uses ancient instruments and modern looping technology to take you on a journey of deep rooted connection. -

Soundkeepers – Gong & Multi-Instrumental Healing Journey
An immersive night of sound, presence, and shared creation. Vlad and Nushka invite you into a sensory journey where music becomes meditation and togetherness becomes art. The evening begins with a Gong Meditation, a deep immersion into resonant vibrations that open space for inner peace and quiet reflection. It unfolds into Live Ethnic Music and Om Chanting, weaving ancient tones and spontaneous harmonies to awaken connection with yourself and those around you.
As the session culminates, everyone joins in a Live Looping Song, co‑creating a collective soundscape—a living song born from our shared breath, rhythm, and voices. A true celebration of unity through sound. Learn More
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Dunes Music Ecstatic Dance
Dani is a renowned music artist in Saudi Arabia's electronic music scene. He has a versatile music style given his deep love for jazz, classical music, organic sounds, and tribal percussions. His passion for electronic music lies in journey inspired sounds with organic instruments and melodic tunes. Dani is also part of a musical project "Dunes Music" with his partner "Ara". A music & wellness fusion of ethnic/tribal & live percussive sounds focused on the awakening & reconnection of the senses. Dunes Music creates musical journeys, and wellness experiences including ecstatic dance, breathwork & movement...
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Journey of Munay
A sacred soul‑awakening journey through sound and heart. Journey of Munay is an immersive sound experience that invites you to close your eyes and travel inward. Guided by the spirit of Munay — unconditional love — this journey blends medicine‑style songs, flutes, drums, acoustic guitar, and sound‑healing elements to carry you into deep states of presence and peace.
With minimal spoken word, the space becomes one of surrender and sonic devotion — where rhythm, melody, and vibration guide you beyond the mind into the essence of being.
Come, lie back, breathe, and let yourself be carried by the healing current of sound.
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The Art of Tea Ceremonies
A Sacred Pause for Reflection and Connection
Step into the serene world of a tea ceremony, where each sip becomes a meditation and every movement is imbued with intention. Rooted in ancient traditions, tea ceremonies offer a moment to honor the present, connect with nature, and cultivate gratitude.
Guided by a skilled tea practitioner - KikiSun, this sacred ritual invites you to experience the profound simplicity and beauty of tea as a medium for mindfulness and connection.
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Gentle Flow Yoga
Soft movement, deep presence.
Gentle Flow Yoga offers a soothing journey through mindful movement, breath, and awareness. Guided at an unhurried pace, this practice invites you to unwind tension, reconnect with the body, and find grace in simplicity. Each posture flows smoothly into the next, supported by conscious breathing and inner stillness.
Perfect for all levels, this session cultivates relaxation, balance, and a quiet sense of renewal—an invitation to meet yourself exactly as you are and return to the day feeling grounded and open.
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Primal Moves + Alchemy of Breath
Movement as ritual. Breath as awakening.
In the stillness of the desert morning, Primal Moves invites you into a living ritual where movement and breath merge beneath the open sky. This experience awakens the body’s natural strength, agility, and fluid grace through instinctive motion — a return to the primal intelligence that lives within us all.
Merging with Alchemy Rewire Breathwork, the journey deepens into conscious breathing, unlocking the body’s energy pathways and expanding awareness from within. Together, these practices become a dance of vitality and renewal — grounding the spirit, refining presence, and harmonizing body, mind, and breath in rhythm with the earth.
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Acro Yoga
Trust. Connection. Play.
AcroYoga is a joyful fusion of yoga, acrobatics, and healing arts that invites you to experience movement through trust and collaboration. Guided in a safe and supportive space, you’ll explore balance, strength, and communication—both on the mat and in the air.
Through shared practice, partners become mirrors of presence, patience, and laughter, blending mindful movement with the freedom of play. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced mover, AcroYoga opens the heart, builds confidence, and reminds us that when we rise together, magic happens.
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The Kids Tent — A Magical Space for Our Little Ones
At The SAMĀ Festival, we welcome families and believe the spirit of connection begins early. Our Kids Tent is a dedicated haven where young hearts can explore, create, and play safely while parents immerse themselves in the festival flow.. The Kids Tent will be open throughout the main festival hours, giving families a space to connect, rest, and celebrate together under the desert sky.
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Market Place | Nourishment & Elixirs
A Celebration of Artisan Craft and Soulful Nourishment. We have some beautiful offerings to share. Enjoy a variety of Artisan F&B available throughout. Explore a vibrant gathering of artisan vendors offering a variety of handcrafted goods, cultural treasures, and nourishment curated to delight your senses and elevate your experience. From wellness elixirs to artisanal creations, our marketplace is a space to connect with the creativity and passion of local and global artisans.
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Falconry: A Timeless Desert Tradition
Witness the Majesty of the Falcon in Flight - Symbols of strength, grace, and cultural heritage. Immerse yourself in this ancient art as skilled handlers showcase the incredible bond between human and falcon. Watch in awe as these majestic birds soar across the dunes, their precision and agility a reflection of the timeless relationship between nature and tradition. Experience the connection between ancient traditions and the natural world. It’s a celebration of heritage, a moment to honor the wisdom of the past, and a unique way to connect with the spirit of the desert.
Radhe Jaggi’s Dance Workshop & Performance
Afrosideral's Orishas Movements Workshop
ARTISAN NOURISHMENT, ELIXIRS & MARKET
Preserving Heritage through Immersive Art - Music - Technology and Culture. Reconnecting with Ancestral Legacy.
FEATURING KUMAR SUBLEVAO-BEAT AFROSIDERAL | AFROCUBAN ELECTRONIC MUSIC -Rapper, multi-instrumentalist, composer, and music producer from Cuba.
BIO
Hometown | Ibiza, Spain
Influences | Native world roots
3 threads weaving together—Threads of music. Threads of soul. Threads telling stories both Ancient and New. Sound sewing together a tapestry of devotional melodies & rhythm in our hearts.
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ÂPÉ CHIMBA
Is a multi instrumental musician, singer, composer and music producer. His music resonates across borders and times blending the primal with the divine. He draws inspiration from old African music, Flamenco, Latin, Ancient Arabian, Indigenous folk songs, and world electronic music, Âpe’s live music conjures both deep self-reflection and liberating dance. Âpe Chimba is not merely a musician; he is a storyteller of the soul, a nomad of sound traversing the landscapes of consciousness. His live performances are more than concerts; they are pilgrimages. Âpe creates an immersive experience that transcends cultural boundaries.
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Ben Aylon
Rhythm as language. Unity through sound. Ben Aylon creates music rooted in Senegalese sabar drumming and the xalam strings, shaped through years of collaboration with West African masters. In January 2020, he gained national recognition in Senegal after appearing on major TV shows and performing spellbinding solo concerts across Dakar. His artistry led to collaborations with legends including Youssou N’Dour, Cheikh Lô, Omar Pene, Awadi, and Doudou Ndiaye Rose.
Traveling to West Africa since 2008, Ben studied under Aly Ndiaye Rose and developed his signature hybrid drumming style—playing up to ten drums at once to create the energy of a full tribe. His project, One Man Tribe, bridges cultures through rhythm and melody, blending traditional sounds of Mali and Senegal with a distinctive Middle Eastern soul.
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Pablo Vicencio
Pablo Vicencio is a visionary producer and multi-percussionist celebrated for his global pursuit of groundbreaking sounds that bridge ancient traditions with contemporary innovation. As a dynamic performer and creative force, Pablo serves as producer, instrumentalist, and touring musician with Huaira, Ape Chimba, Lauryn Hill, Jungle Kitchen, Lumina, Ayotemi, Facesoul. Pablo is also the Music Director and one of the founders of the Labyrinth Collective, where he explores the intersection of world music and the electronic music scene. He crafts immersive auditory experiences that redefine live performances and studio productions alike. His work bridges cultures and genres, captivating audiences in both traditional and modern music spaces.
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KUMAR SUBLEVAO-BEAT
AFROSIDERAL AFROCUBAN ELECTRONIC MUSIC -Rapper, multi-instrumentalist, composer, and music producer from Cuba, currently based in Europe with over 20 years of international experience. A natural improviser, a mystical and ceremonial aura takes over the stage when he performs. He dances as if possessed by the drums, taking the audience from meditative states to trance. As a messenger of his ancestors, his verses carry the strength of a maroon, inviting introspection and elevating energy on a journey of no return. His music organically fuses ancestral and modern instruments. Charismatic, avant-garde, and versatile, he is influenced by Hip-hop, Jazz, Experimental Music, and Tropical Electronica, all under the umbrella of Afro music.
The SAMĀ Festival ⸻ A Lighthouse for Music, Art, and Culture.
A celebration of African, Middle Eastern, and Indian heritage — where ancient rhythms, live sound, and immersive technology blend into a living tapestry beneath the stars.
Drumming circles. Live music. Dance Workshops. Storytelling. Ancestral traditions. Art installations. Overnight camping.
Come for the rhythm. Stay for the connection.
