Sole DXB, the region’s ultimate youth and contemporary culture festival, is making its grand return on December 8-10, 2023 in Dubai Design District (d3) – and it’s bringing some serious hip-hop heat with it.

Courtesy of its partnership with Nas-backed entertainment company Mass Appeal, who will be taking charge as the official partner for hip-hop 50 in the Arab world, there will be a series of cultural activations featuring film, music and more to celebrate the five decades.

Although no lineup has been announced yet, previous years have seen the likes of Central Cee, Jorja Smith, Stormzy, Skepta, Wu-Tang Clan, Nas, Koffee, Sho Madjozi, Hiroshi Fujiwara, Petra Collins, Scottie Pippen, Kerby-Jean Raymond, and more.

Last year’s edition saw over 33,000 people from over 85 countries entertained by over 80 live performers, designers, speakers, and over 80 brands during the three-day event.