The first wave of headliners have been announced for the inaugural ULTRA Abu Dhabi Festival.
Set to take place on 4 and 5 March at Etihad Park on Yas Island, ULTRA Abu Dhabi Festival will feature performances from Afrojack, Calvin Harris, KSHMR, NGHTMRE, and Skrillex.
Platinum-selling artist Afrojack is no stranger to headlining ULTRA Main Stages across the world, and will be on hand to deliver yet another high-octane set. Responsible for some of the biggest hits in the world, Grammy-nominated Calvin Harris will bring the beats to Yas Island for one of his signature high-energy sets. Dharma Worldwide boss KSHMR will whip the crowd into a frenzy with his culture-crossing sonics. Gud Vibrations label co-founder NGHTMRE will command the Main Stage with his signature blend of pulsating electronic music. Prolific producer Skrillex has won eight Grammy Awards, more than any other electronic dance music artist, and will bring his shapeshifting soundscapes to Abu Dhabi.
The RESISTANCE stage at ULTRA Abu Dhabi will feature performances from leading figures in the underground techno and house scene, including Adam Beyer, founder of the Drumcode label and Swedish techno titan, Amelie Lens, pioneering producer and label boss at EXHALE, and British legends Sasha and John Digweed, who bring decades of dance floor experience to the event.
Attendees will have the option to upgrade to a Premium General Experience pass, which grants them access to exclusive entrance gates, restrooms, food and beverage options, and a lounge area where they can make the most of the night. Additionally, ULTRA Abu Dhabi will offer customised VVIP experiences at both stages, complete with bottle service, stunning stage performances, and the best seats in the house. Information about table sales will be made available soon on ULTRA Abu Dhabi’s social media channels and official website.
ULTRA is known for creating a top-notch festival experiences that incorporate advanced technology and grand-scale productions. With events in all six inhabited continents, the debut of ULTRA Worldwide in the Middle East is expected to be one of the most eagerly-awaited events of the year.
DSCVR: Ultra Abu Dhabi at Etihad Park on Saturday 4 March and Sunday 5 March. Yas Leisure Drive, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. @ultraabudhabi
