Staying in Saudi this summer? Well, we think you've picked the best summer to stick around.

This summer, the Kingdom is turning up the heat — and the volume: MDLBeast’s AFT_r series is back, bringing a tidal wave of global music talent to Onyx Arena in Jeddah and ANB Arena in Riyadh.

Taking place across four weekends from mid-July through into early August, this electrifying concert series has been brought to life by the legendary MDLBeast, these gigs are set to blend a number of chart-topping international headliners in addition to a selection of regional rising stars.

With MDLBeast at the helm, these concerts are set to deliver an unforgettable fusion of cutting-edge visuals and electrifying energy. Whether you’re deep into hip-hop, riding the EDM wave, or simply showing up for the good vibe, AFT_r is your ticket to a summer soundtrack that hits all the right notes.

r3hab via ig 1

Jeddah Dates & Headliners

Onyx Arena, Jeddah

July 17: Lost Frequencies, Bayou, Leen + a TBC act
July 25: Metro Boomin, Quavo, Don Diablo, Jeed, Saud
August 1: Central Cee, R3HAB, Dafencii, Shaolin
August 8: Black Eyed Peas, Meduza, Zeyne, Sharkk

Buy your Jeddah AFT_r Tickets here

Riyadh Dates & Headliners

ANB Arena, Riyadh

July 18: Lost Frequencies, Bayou, Nile Boi + a TBC act
July 31: Central Cee, R3HAB, Dafencii, Asayel, Shaolin
July 24: Metro Boomin, Quavo, Don Diablo, Jeed, Saud
August 7: Black Eyed Peas, Meduza, Zeyne, Shancoty

Buy your Riyadh AFT_r Tickets here

MDL Beast AFT_r 2025: The Line Up

Whether you're dancing under the desert sky in Jeddah or vibing post-Esports World Cup in Riyadh, AFT_r is your ticket to the hottest nights of the summer.

Here’s your guide to the biggest and hottest summer concert series ever to hit the Kingdom:

Lost Frequencies

Lost Frequencies via ig 1

Lost Frequencies via ig 2

Lost Frequencies is the stage name of Belgian DJ and producer Felix De Laet, best known for his breakout hit Are You With Me, which topped charts across Europe in 2014. Blending melodic deep house with pop sensibilities, he’s since built a global following with tracks like Reality, Where Are You Now (with Calum Scott), and Questions (with James Arthur).

Jeddah - July 17
Riyadh - July 18

@lostfrequencies

Don Diablo

Don Diablo via ig 1

Don Diablo via ig 3

An EDM stan, Don Diablo is known for his high-energy sets, incredible stage presence and of course, hist signature genre-blending tracks like Cutting Shapes and Chemicals (with Tiësto), he’s headlined major festivals worldwide and founded his own influential label, HEXAGON. To music lovers around the globe, Don Diablo is considered the pioneer of the future house genre.

Jeddah - July 25
Riyadh - July 24

@dondiablo

Metro Boomin

Metro Boomin via ig 2

Metro Boomin via ig 4

The mastermind behind some of hip-hop’s biggest bangers, Metro Boomin turns beats into blockbusters, think Bad and Boujee, Mask Off, and Creepin’. His cinematic, moody production has made him the go-to hitmaker for rap royalty like Drake, The Weeknd, and 21 Savage.

Jeddah - July 25
Riyadh - July 24

@metroboomin

Quavo

Quavo Huncho via ig 2

Quavo Huncho via ig 1

As one-third of Migos and a solo star in his own right, Quavo bring is set to bring his charisma, catchy hooks, and serious swagger to Saudi this summer. Whether he’s teaming up with Post Malone or lighting up the stage solo, Huncho always delivers the vibe, this will be a gig not to miss.

Jeddah - July 25
Riyadh - July 24

@quavohuncho

Central Cee

Central Cee via ig 1

Central cee via ig 2

London’s lyrical prodigy, Central Cee, blends UK drill with sharp storytelling and undeniable swagger—Doja and Sprinter are just the beginning. With his signature flow and fashion-forward flair, he’s rewriting the rules of British rap.

Jeddah - August 1
Riyadh - July 31

@centralcee

R3HAB

r3hab via ig 3

r3hab via ig 2

Dutch-Moroccan DJ R3HAB is a remix wizard and festival favourite, known for turning pop hits into dance floor gold. With collaborations spanning Rihanna to ZAYN, his sets are pure adrenaline, EDM with a global twist.

Jeddah - August 1
Riyadh - July 31

@r3hab

Black Eyed Peas

Black eye peas via ig

Its throw back night baby! From underground hip-hop to global pop domination, the Black Eyed Peas have been dropping genre-bending anthems since the '90s. With hits like I Gotta Feeling and Where Is the Love?, they’ve turned every stage into a party, and even without former lead-woman Fergie, they gang is still going strong.

Jeddah - August 8
Riyadh - August 7

@blackeyedpeas

Meduza

Meduza Music via ig 2

Meduza Music via ig 3

This Italian trio took the world by storm with their deep house anthem Piece of Your Heart, blending club energy with radio-ready hooks. With billions of streams and a sleek, melodic sound, Meduza is the stylish heartbeat of modern dance floors.

Jeddah - August 8
Riyadh - August 7

@meduzamusic

Tickets for MDL Beast AFT_r

With this seriously slick line up bound to pique the interest of music lovers across the Kingdom, its time to secure your spot before its too late. And good news, tickets are already on sale - with official booking platform NoFomo even offering early bird pricing deals for the gig-goers in the know.

With the early bird deal, single night passes begin from SAR169, instead of the normal price of SAR199. Serious music lovers can nab the season pass, covering all the AFT_r gigs set to take place throughout July and August, with an early bird price of SAR509 instead of SAR599.

You can grab your AFT_r tickets directly from the official MDLBeast booking platform NoFomo

Single Night Pass: Early bird pricing starts at SAR169, with regular pricing from SAR199
Season Pass (All 4 Nights): Early bird pricing starts at SAR509, with regular pricing from SAR599
Friends Group Bundle (4 Tickets for One Night): Early bird pricing starts at SAR509, with regular pricing from SAR599

All concerts run from 9pm - 2am, with last entry into the venues at 1am. And just a heads-up: it’s a 16+ event, and you’ll need to show ID at the door.

Various dates from July 17 - August 7,
Onyx Arena, Jeddah and ANB Arena, Riyadh
Buy your tickets via NoFomo here
@nofomo.sa @mdlbeast
mdlbeast.com

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