Clear your calendar and get ready to spend your weekends savouring and enjoying music. The World of Riverland Food & Music Festival is officially back for 2026 in Dubai. The event runs from January 16 to February 8, and has the potential to become Dubai’s most satisfying food-first festivals of the season.
Riverland Food & Music Festival 2026 Returns To Dubai
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At Riverland’s event, you don’t have to deal with “pay to enter, pay again to eat” situations. Here, your AED 50 entry ticket is fully redeemable for food and experiences. According to report shared by Riverland Instagram, the festival builds on last year’s strong turnout. It has brought together food trucks, global street food, live tribute music, and all-day festival energy.
What Makes This Festival Worth Showing Up For?
Let’s start with the food. Your AED 50 credit goes straight towards dishes that people actually want to order. Think loaded steak fries, lobster rolls, Korean baos, UFO burgers, and even peri-peri shawarma croissants.
The food offering leans bold and international. From juicy grills to comfort food, the festival food caters to every palate.
Live Music That Matches The Mood
Food might be the headliner, but music keeps the place buzzing. The festival features live tribute performances, giving the space a relaxed, high-energy feel. You can eat, wander, stop to listen. The event has absolutely no rigid schedules to follow.
Upgrade If You Want More Than Just Food
If you like extras, the Festival Premium Ticket is priced at AED 149. You still get your AED 50 food and beverage credit, but you also unlock nine Riverland experiences.
This option works well if you plan to stay longer or want to mix dining with activities.
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The Bottom Line
The Riverland Food & Music Festival is fun, offers good food and live music.
With a fully redeemable entry, flexible ticket options, and a solid mix of global flavours, this is one of those festivals that will get your money’s worth in Dubai.
Cover Image Courtesy: Riverland Dubai/Instagram
First Published: January 28, 2026 2:42 PM