Mark your calendars, because Ras Al Khaimah is about to get loud. On November 1, 2025, Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan Island will swap its calm, chilled-out vibe for a full-on beach rave as the ULA Sand & Sound Music Fest returns. Think golden-age house music, international DJs, and thousands of people dancing with the waves as the backdrop.
ULA Sand & Sound Music Fest 2025: House Legends Are Taking Over RAK
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Funny thing is, this festival didn’t even start under the ULA name. Back in 2023, it launched as PURE Music Fest. The next year, it grew into a whole weekend series at ULA Beach, pulling in solid crowds and serious buzz. Now, for its third edition, it’s grown into a must-attend event in the UAE party scene.
The Line-Up You Know By Heart
Here’s where the nostalgia kicks in.
- Alex Gaudino
- Laurent Wolf
- David Vendetta
Three icons, one stage, one night. You won’t get that mix anywhere else in the region.
Not Just About The Music
Sure, the DJs will smash it. But part of the fun is the setting. The beach itself becomes the dance floor, with the sound of the waves cutting into the beat. Tickets kick off at AED 199, pretty decent for a festival with this kind of global lineup. And if you don’t fancy driving back to Dubai at 2am, the Mövenpick has packages for overnight stays. Deluxe rooms, beachfront suites, the works.
Mövenpick Brings the Magic
This isn’t some random venue hire. The Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan Island is a stunner in its own right, with a private 300-metre beach, over 400 rooms and chalets, and restaurants that are already local favourites (Ula, Neo Sky Bar, Boons, Beach House). Add in a floating water park and water sports, and it doubles up as a mini-holiday spot before you even hit the festival.
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Why You’ll Regret Missing It
The formula’s simple: one night, three legendary DJs, unlimited energy. If house music ever meant anything to you, this is where you’ll want to be. This November, RAK isn’t just about lazy beach days; it’s about reliving the soundtrack of the 2000s, barefoot in the sand.
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First Published: August 20, 2025 2:39 PM
