Events And Occasions
Indie Soulfest with Bismil and Indian Ocean
The experience
Indie Soulfest arrives at Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena on 26 July 2026! It’s more than just a concert, as it unfolds an intimate musical evening that draws inspiration mehfil and baithak traditions. As part of Dubai Summer Surprises, the festival invites music lovers into a shared space, blending emotion, storytelling, and rhythm in equal measure. With Bismil’s signature songwriting and Indian Ocean’s powerful fusion of folk, jazz, rock, and classical influences, the evening promises a soulful journey that goes beyond performance.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Indie Soulfest at Coca-Cola Arena
Indie Soulfest is all set to take place at Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena on 26 July 2026. It will treat you to a thoughtfully curated live music experience inspired by the intimate spirit of mehfil and baithak traditions. The event reimagines these cultural roots for modern audiences, promising an evening of music, emotion, and storytelling.
Bismil’s Emotional Storytelling
Singer-songwriter Bismil brings his expressive and heartfelt music to the stage, sharing songs that reflect themes of love, identity, longing, and self-discovery. His performance is designed to feel personal and relatable, drawing listeners into stories that connect on an emotional level.
Indian Ocean’s Fusion Performance
Legendary band Indian Ocean adds powerful energy to the evening with their signature fusion of folk, classical, jazz, and rock influences. Known for their distinctive sound and storytelling through music, they deliver a performance that blends tradition with innovation, creating a memorable live experience.
Highlights
Why you'll love it
- Experience a live concert like no other at Coca-Cola Arena on July 26, 2026, which blends traditional South Asian music circles with a modern live-performance setting centered on connection, creativity, and cultural appreciation.
- Witness acclaimed singer-songwriter Bismil bring his emotionally rich compositions to the stage, accompanied by heartfelt narratives that explore themes of passion, personal growth, and human connection.
- Enjoy a captivating performance by Indian Ocean, one of India’s most influential fusion bands, as they showcase their signature mix of folk, classical, jazz, and rock influences in a memorable musical gathering as part of Dubai Summer Surprises.
What's included
- Entry ticket to Indie Soulfest with Bismil and Indian Ocean
- Seating based on the ticket choice.
Not included
- All personal expenses spend for shopping, drinks and dining etc on-site during the tour.
How to redeem
- After the completion of booking, you’ll receive your ticket on your email.
- Make sure that you check your spam / junk folder or notify Online Support Team in case you don’t find it in your inbox.
- Print the ticket or show its mobile version to exchange it for your physical tickets once you arrive at the destination.
Good to know
- The event will take place at Coca-Cola Arena, Dubai, on 26 July (Sunday).
- Doors open at 20:00
- Venue team might ask for ID for age proof
- All patrons under 16 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian aged 18 years or above.
- Tickets are sold at the Best Seating availability as per the option chosen.
- No re-entry once you've entered the venue.
- No outside food permitted inside, as per venue regulations.
- Professional cameras, laptops, tablets, selfie sticks/monopods or tripods, and audio or video recorders are not allowed at the venue.
- Possession of illegal substances, weapons (including projectiles), drones, remote-controlled devices, glow sticks, and illuminating objects such as LED signage is prohibited.
- Your E-Tickets will be sent 5 days prior to the event day.