November 11, 2025
It’s almost time. The second edition of Beatport Presents IMS Dubai returns for it's second edition. November 13–14 we'll bring together the global electronic music industry for two days of conversations, connections, and culture at 25hours Hotel One Central.
Venue:
25hours Hotel One Central
off Sheikh Zayed Road, Trade Centre 2, Dubai
We’ve put together this map to help you find your way around the Summit areas at 25hours Hotel One Central.
Transport & Parking:
Delegates can easily reach the venue via local taxis, Uber, or Careem. Valet parking is available at 25hours Hotel.
Visa Information:
Please note that foreign nationals travelling to the UAE will need a visa for entry. Many nationalities can receive a free visa upon arrival, while others may require a paid, pre-arranged visa that could take two or more business days to process. To verify your specific visa requirements, please visit this website and enter your passport nationality when prompted. Please note that IMS is not able to facilitate visa arrangements for delegates.
Across two stages and two days, IMS Dubai will host a series of keynotes, panels, and presentations featuring leading voices from across the global electronic music ecosystem.
Explore the full schedule on the IMS App or here on the IMS Dubai website, and learn more about the sessions and speakers shaping the next era of sound.
A range of dining options will be available throughout the summit at 25hours Hotel One Central’s F&B outlets. Delegates are also invited to a complimentary Beatport “Meet & Eat” Breakfast on Thursday, November 13, from 8:30 am to 11:00 am in the Nomad Courtyard.
Wednesday, November 12 – Pre-Party at Reunion DXB
Kick off your summit experience with the official Beatport Presents IMS Dubai pre-party featuring Nicole Moudaber. Delegates can enjoy dinner beforehand at Soul Kitchen with a special AED 350 set menu. To reserve, WhatsApp +971 52 258 6902 and quote IMS Dubai.
Beatport Presents IMS Dubai Delegate Access
Delegate badge holders can enjoy 5 evenings of nightifeacross the UAE’s leading venues. The celebration continues through the weekend, culminating in the official closing party on Sunday, November 16, at Surf Club.
For the full list of nightlife events, visit our Events page or download the IMS Events app.
Events may require you to bring both your delegate wristband and lanyard to gain entry. To avoid disappointment, please carefully check entry conditions and times for all events and venues as some restrictions may apply.
Download the IMS Events App to connect with fellow delegates, speakers, and industry leaders. The app allows direct messaging, meeting requests, and networking opportunities to help you grow your professional community.
Share your IMS Dubai experience on social media by tagging @internationalmusicsummitdubai and using #beatportpresentsimsdubai for a chance to be featured on the official channels.
By attending Beatport Presents IMS Dubai 2025 you grant IMS Dubai and its partner(s) permission to take photos and to film, tape, record, reproduce, broadcast and otherwise exploit (parts of) the session(s) and your personal contribution thereto. Beatport Presents IMS Dubai and its partner(s) may also include your name, voice, likeness, persona and any biographical facts in its/their related communication, of whatever nature, in any and all mediums and/or media, now known or hereafter known.
If you have any questions, please refer to the FAQ’s on the Beatport Presents IMS Dubai website, or ask one of our friendly team members on site.