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The Mawazine Festival 2026 returns to Rabat with one of its most ambitious lineups yet, combining global stars, Arab icons, African legends, Moroccan popular music figures and contemporary international acts across several stages.
The 21st edition of Mawazine – Rhythms of the World will take place from June 19 to June 27, 2026 in Rabat and Salé. Recognized as one of the largest music festivals worldwide, Mawazine continues to reinforce Morocco’s position as a major international cultural destination.
This updated program brings together international headliners, Arab pop stars, Moroccan chaabi legends, Amazigh voices, African icons, K-Pop, EDM, rap, R&B, jazz, reggaeton and world music. Recent additions include Mokobé, The Robots, Bebe Rexha, Ikram Abdiya, Morad, ElGrandeToto, Cheb Khaled, Douzi, Rhapsody, Younes Rbati, Gipsy Kings by Diego Baliardo, Jungeli, Dany Brillant, Boudchart, Tyla, Aminux, Wael Kfoury, Dizzy DROS, Stati, Rema, ITZY, Tiësto, Tyga and Ty Dolla Sign.
Mawazine 2026 Program Overview
| Stage | Artist | Date | Time | Genre |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mohammed V Theatre | Mayada El Hennawy | June 19 | 20:30 | Tarab / Arabic Classical |
| Nahda | Hassan Shakosh | June 19 | 21:00 | Mahraganat / Pop |
| Nahda | Saad El Soghayar | June 19 | 21:00 | Egyptian Shaabi |
| Salé Stage | Mehdi Ould Hjeib | June 19 | 21:00 | Aita Marsaouia |
| Salé Stage | Said Senhaji | June 19 | 22:30 | Moroccan Chaabi |
| OLM Souissi | Ninho | June 19 | 22:00 | Rap / Urban |
| Les Afters de Chellah | Mokobé | June 19 | Evening | Hip-Hop / Afro Urban |
| Les Afters Du Golf Dar Essalam | Tariq Five Stars | June 19 | Evening | Moroccan Popular / Chaabi |
| Chellah | Senny Camara | June 20 | 17:30 | West African / Kora |
| Bouregreg | Stonebwoy | June 20 | 22:00 | Dancehall / Reggae |
| Nahda | Majid Al Mohandis | June 20 | 22:30 | Gulf Pop / Iraqi Music |
| Salé Stage | Aicha Maya | June 20 | 22:30 | Amazigh / Moroccan Popular |
| OLM Souissi | Major Lazer | June 20 | 22:30 | EDM / Dancehall |
| Chellah | ZULU | June 21 | 17:30 | Cape Verdean / Jazz / Blues |
| Les Afters de Chellah | Dany Brillant | June 21 | Evening | French Song / Swing / Jazz |
| Mohammed V Theatre | Marwa Nagy | June 21 | 20:30 | Tarab / Arabic Classical |
| Nahda | Nassim Haddad | June 21 | 22:30 | Aita / Moroccan Heritage |
| Nahda | Jaylann | June 21 | 22:30 | Moroccan Pop / Fusion |
| Salé Stage | Tahour | June 21 | 22:30 | Moroccan Chaabi |
| Salé Stage | Statia | June 21 | 22:30 | Moroccan Chaabi |
| Bouregreg | Djelykaba Bintou | June 21 | 22:30 | Guinean / Afro Pop |
| OLM Souissi | Tyla | June 21 | 22:30 | Amapiano / Pop / R&B |
| Chellah | Melina | June 22 | 17:30 | World Music / Contemporary Folk |
| Les Afters de Chellah | Gipsy Kings by Diego Baliardo | June 22 | Evening | Rumba Flamenca / Mediterranean |
| Les Afters Du Golf Dar Essalam | Youssef Wahbi | June 22 | Evening | Moroccan Heritage / Popular |
| Mohammed V Theatre | Imany | June 22 | 21:00 | Soul / Folk |
| Nahda | Asma Lamnawar | June 22 | 21:30 | Moroccan / Arabic Pop |
| Bouregreg | Pongo | June 22 | 22:00 | Kuduro / Afro Urban |
| Salé Stage | 7ARI | June 22 | 22:30 | Trap / Moroccan Rap |
| Salé Stage | Dizzy DROS | June 22 | 22:30 | Moroccan Rap / Hip-Hop |
| OLM Souissi | Nicky Jam | June 22 | 22:30 | Reggaeton / Latin |
| Chellah | Susana Travassos & João Frade | June 23 | 17:30 | Fado / Portuguese World Music |
| Les Afters Du Golf Dar Essalam | Idriss Bouazzaoui | June 23 | Evening | Moroccan Popular / Chaabi |
| Les Afters de Chellah | Rhapsody | June 23 | Evening | World Music / Latin Fusion |
| Mohammed V Theatre | Naâman Lahlou | June 23 | 20:30 | Moroccan Heritage / Classical |
| Mohammed V Theatre | Sanaa Marahati | June 23 | 22:00 | Malhoun / Andalusian |
| Bouregreg | Serge Beynaud | June 23 | 22:00 | Coupé-Décalé / Afro Dance |
| Nahda | Wael Kfoury | June 23 | 22:30 | Arabic Romantic Pop |
| Salé Stage | Abdellah Daoudi | June 23 | 22:30 | Moroccan Chaabi |
| OLM Souissi | ITZY | June 23 | 22:30 | K-Pop |
| Chellah | Ayom | June 24 | 17:30 | Brazilian / Mediterranean World Music |
| Les Afters de Chellah | Jungeli | June 24 | Evening | Afro Pop / Urban Pop |
| Les Afters Du Golf Dar Essalam | El Haj Mghit | June 24 | Evening | Moroccan Traditional / Popular |
| Nahda | Hatim Ammor | June 24 | 21:00 | Moroccan Pop |
| Nahda | Al Shami | June 24 | 21:00 | Arabic Pop / Levantine Pop |
| Salé Stage | Saida Titrit | June 24 | 21:00 | Amazigh / Middle Atlas |
| Salé Stage | Fatima Tabaamrant | June 24 | 21:30 | Amazigh / Souss Heritage |
| Mohammed V Theatre | Margareth Menezes | June 24 | 21:00 | Afropop / Samba-Reggae |
| Bouregreg | Orchestra Baobab | June 24 | 22:00 | Afro-Cuban / Senegalese Fusion |
| OLM Souissi | Rema | June 24 | 22:30 | Afrobeats / Global Pop |
| Chellah | Eneida Marta | June 25 | 17:30 | Gumbe / Lusophone African Music |
| Les Afters de Chellah | The Robots – Daft Punk Tribute | June 25 | Evening | Electronic / Tribute Show |
| Les Afters Du Golf Dar Essalam | Younes Rbati | June 25 | Evening | Moroccan Heritage / Fusion |
| Mohammed V Theatre | Lotfi Bouchnak | June 25 | 20:30 | Tarab / Arabic Classical |
| Nahda | Jilane | June 25 | 21:00 | Moroccan Pop / Fusion |
| Nahda | Aminux | June 25 | 22:30 | Moroccan Pop / Urban |
| Bouregreg | Sampa the Great | June 25 | 22:00 | Hip-Hop / Afro Fusion |
| Salé Stage | Hamid Serghini | June 25 | 22:30 | Moroccan Chaabi |
| Salé Stage | Stati | June 25 | 22:30 | Moroccan Chaabi |
| OLM Souissi | Tiësto | June 25 | 22:30 | EDM / Electronic |
| Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium | Cheb Khaled | June 26 | 21:30 | Raï / World Music |
| Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium | Douzi | June 26 | 21:30 | Moroccan Pop |
| Chellah | Parveen Sabrina Khan & Ilyas Raphaël Khan | June 26 | 17:30 | Hindustani / Tabla / Beatbox |
| Royal Theatre | Dee Dee Bridgewater Quartet – WE EXIST! | June 26 | 21:00 | Jazz / Soul |
| Bouregreg | Oumou Sangaré | June 26 | 22:00 | Wassoulou / African Music |
| Salé Stage | Ouled Bouazzaoui | June 26 | 22:30 | Aita Marsaouia |
| Salé Stage | Saida Charaf | June 26 | 22:30 | Moroccan Folk / Hassani |
| Nahda | Boudchart | June 26 | 22:30 | Interactive Orchestra |
| OLM Souissi | Ty Dolla Sign | June 26 | 22:30 | R&B / Hip-Hop |
| OLM Souissi | Tyga | June 26 | 22:30 | Hip-Hop / Rap |
| Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium | Morad | June 27 | 21:30 | Spanish Rap / Urban |
| Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium | ElGrandeToto | June 27 | 21:30 | Moroccan Rap |
| Les Afters Du Golf Dar Essalam | Ikram Abdiya | June 27 | Evening | Moroccan Popular / Contemporary |
| Mohammed V Theatre | Dionne Warwick | June 27 | 21:00 | Soul / Pop |
| Nahda | Tamer Hosny | June 27 | 22:00 | Arabic Pop |
| Salé Stage | Said Ould El Houate | June 27 | 22:30 | Moroccan Chaabi |
| Bouregreg | Diamond Platnumz | June 27 | 22:30 | Bongo Flava / Afropop |
| OLM Souissi | Bebe Rexha | June 27 | 22:30 | Pop / Global Hits |
Artist Insights & Cultural Impact
Mokobé: French urban music icon Mokobé joins Les Afters de Chellah on June 19, 2026. Revealed within the legendary group 113, which sold more than three million records, he became a pioneer of the fusion between hip-hop and African sounds. His Mawazine appearance promises a rhythmic evening celebrating several decades of urban music and cultural bridges.
The Robots – Daft Punk Tribute: On June 25, 2026, Les Afters de Chellah will host a spectacular tribute to Daft Punk. Through live performance, immersive visuals and iconic electronic classics, The Robots celebrate the legacy of one of the most influential duos in modern music history.
Bebe Rexha: International pop sensation Bebe Rexha lands at OLM Souissi on June 27, 2026 at 10:30 PM. Known for global hits and major collaborations, she brings energy, emotion and international pop anthems to Mawazine’s flagship stage.
Dee Dee Bridgewater: On June 26, 2026 at 9:00 PM, the Royal Theatre welcomes jazz legend Dee Dee Bridgewater. With the Dee Dee Bridgewater Quartet, she will present WE EXIST!, a project exploring identity, belonging and equality through jazz, soul and contemporary influences.
Ikram Abdiya: Moroccan singer Ikram Abdiya closes Les Afters Du Golf Dar Essalam on June 27, 2026. With a warm voice and strong stage presence, she offers a performance that blends Moroccan authenticity with contemporary artistic expression.
Morad: On June 27, 2026 at 9:30 PM, Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium welcomes Spanish-Moroccan rap phenomenon Morad. From L’Hospitalet de Llobregat to international charts, his raw and sincere rap has crossed borders. His return to his country of origin is expected to become one of Mawazine’s most explosive urban music moments.
ElGrandeToto: Morocco’s biggest rap star takes over Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium on June 27. From Casablanca’s streets to global streaming rankings, ElGrandeToto has redefined Moroccan rap and built one of the strongest international audiences in the region.
Cheb Khaled: The King of Raï performs at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium on June 26 at 9:30 PM. With a legendary catalog that shaped generations, Cheb Khaled remains one of the most influential voices in Arab and world music.
Douzi: One of Morocco’s most beloved performers, Douzi joins the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium program on June 26 at 9:30 PM. His emotional pop sound and long-standing connection with Moroccan audiences make his concert one of the key national highlights.
Rhapsody: Bringing together artists from England, France, Colombia and Venezuela, Rhapsody joins Les Afters de Chellah on June 23. Their performance promises rhythm, celebration and a multicultural world music experience.
Younes Rbati: Native of Rabat, Younes Rbati performs at Les Afters Du Golf Dar Essalam on June 25. His music reflects the heritage of Morocco’s capital while opening it to contemporary artistic influences.
Youssef Wahbi: Moroccan artist Youssef Wahbi brings authenticity and refinement to Les Afters Du Golf Dar Essalam on June 22, offering a live experience rooted in Moroccan heritage and renewed through modern expression.
Gipsy Kings by Diego Baliardo: With millions of albums sold and classics recognized worldwide, Gipsy Kings by Diego Baliardo perform at Les Afters de Chellah on June 22. Their rumba flamenca and Mediterranean sound continue to unite audiences across generations.
Dany Brillant: The French music icon arrives at Les Afters de Chellah on June 21. Combining swing, jazz and Mediterranean influences, Dany Brillant brings elegance, nostalgia and festive energy to Mawazine.
Tyla: Global sensation Tyla performs at OLM Souissi on June 21 at 10:30 PM. Her blend of amapiano, pop and R&B brings one of the freshest international sounds to the festival.
Boudchart: The celebrated Moroccan maestro headlines the Nahda Stage on June 26. Known for turning audiences into active participants, Boudchart presents an innovative concert concept that has become one of Morocco’s most successful live music experiences.
Wael Kfoury: Lebanese superstar Wael Kfoury performs on the Nahda Stage on June 23 at 10:30 PM. His romantic ballads and warm vocal style make him one of the Arab world’s most beloved performers.
Dizzy DROS: Moroccan rap heavyweight Dizzy DROS performs at the Salé Stage on June 22. His powerful flow and street-rooted lyricism bring a major urban music moment to Mawazine 2026.
Stati: Legendary chaabi artist Stati performs at the Salé Stage on June 25. His charisma and popular classics continue to unite generations around Moroccan festive music.
Abdellah Daoudi: Moroccan chaabi icon Abdellah Daoudi returns to the Salé Stage on June 23. His warm voice and repertoire rooted in everyday Moroccan life make his show a celebration of popular musical memory.
ITZY: South Korean group ITZY brings a major K-Pop moment to OLM Souissi on June 23, adding sharp choreography, international pop energy and a strong youth-focused dimension to the festival.
Rema: Nigerian global star Rema performs at OLM Souissi on June 24. His afrobeats, pop and urban fusion makes his concert one of the biggest youth-driven shows of Mawazine 2026.
Tiësto: Global electronic music icon Tiësto performs at OLM Souissi on June 25, delivering one of the festival’s most anticipated EDM moments.
Ty Dolla Sign: American R&B superstar Ty Dolla Sign takes over OLM Souissi on June 26. With billions of streams and major collaborations, he brings a global urban sound to Rabat.
Tyga: American rap star Tyga performs at OLM Souissi on June 26, promising high-energy hip-hop, international hits and strong crowd interaction.
Dionne Warwick: International soul and pop legend Dionne Warwick performs at Mohammed V Theatre on June 27 at 9:00 PM. Her timeless voice brings elegance, history and global prestige to the closing weekend.
Diamond Platnumz: Tanzanian superstar Diamond Platnumz closes the African momentum at Bouregreg on June 27. Known for Bongo Flava and explosive live shows, his set promises dance, charisma and East African pop energy.
Latest Mawazine 2026 Artist Announcements
| Region / Style | Major Artists |
|---|---|
| Morocco | ElGrandeToto, Douzi, Boudchart, Dizzy DROS, Abdellah Daoudi, Stati, Fatima Tabaamrant, Saida Charaf, Said Ould El Houate, Jaylann, Aminux, Ikram Abdiya, El Haj Mghit, Idriss Bouazzaoui, Tariq Five Stars, Younes Rbati, Youssef Wahbi |
| Africa & Global Pop | Tyla, Rema, Stonebwoy, Diamond Platnumz, Orchestra Baobab, Oumou Sangaré, Sampa The Great, Jungeli |
| Arab World | Cheb Khaled, Wael Kfoury, Majid Al Mohandis, Al Shami, Tamer Hosny, Mayada El Hennawy |
| Europe | Morad, Mokobé, Gipsy Kings by Diego Baliardo, Dany Brillant, Tiësto, The Robots, Imany, Ninho, Rhapsody |
| North America | Bebe Rexha, Tyga, Ty Dolla Sign, Dionne Warwick, Dee Dee Bridgewater |
| Asia | ITZY, Parveen Sabrina Khan & Ilyas Raphaël Khan |
Why Mawazine Matters
Mawazine – Rhythms of the World has evolved into one of the largest cultural events on the African continent and one of the most attended music festivals worldwide. Organized by Association Maroc Cultures, the festival combines artistic excellence, cultural diversity and broad public accessibility through a model that mixes free concerts with premium ticketed experiences.
Beyond entertainment, Mawazine plays an important role in strengthening Morocco’s cultural diplomacy, tourism attractiveness and creative economy. Every edition brings together global superstars, Arab legends, African icons and Moroccan talents, transforming Rabat and Salé into an international meeting point for music, culture and artistic exchange.
Mawazine 2026: One of the World’s Most Diverse Festival Lineups
Few festivals worldwide can match Mawazine’s diversity. Across nine days, audiences will experience Arabic tarab, Moroccan chaabi, Amazigh heritage music, African rhythms, amapiano, afrobeats, EDM, reggaeton, French rap, K-Pop, jazz, soul, hip-hop, flamenco, world music and orchestral performances.
The festival’s multi-stage strategy allows every audience segment to find its own experience, whether through the massive crowds of OLM Souissi and Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, the cultural atmosphere of Chellah, the traditional spirit of the Salé Stage, the prestige of Mohammed V Theatre, or the intimate experiences offered by Les Afters de Chellah and Les Afters Du Golf Dar Essalam.
Mawazine 2026 Key Facts
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Festival Dates | June 19 – June 27, 2026 |
| Edition | 21st Edition |
| Host Cities | Rabat and Salé, Morocco |
| Main Venues | OLM Souissi, Nahda Stage, Bouregreg Stage, Salé Stage, Chellah, Mohammed V Theatre, Royal Theatre, Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, Les Afters de Chellah, Les Afters Du Golf Dar Essalam |
| Artists Confirmed | 100+ International, Arab, African and Moroccan Performers |
| Access | Mostly free concerts with selected premium ticketed events |
| Organizer | Association Maroc Cultures |
Conclusion: Mawazine 2026 Reaches a New Dimension
Mawazine 2026 is shaping up to be one of the strongest editions in the festival’s history. The addition of global stars such as Morad, ElGrandeToto, Cheb Khaled, Bebe Rexha, Tyla, Rema, Tiësto, Tyga, Ty Dolla Sign, Wael Kfoury, Dionne Warwick and Diamond Platnumz, alongside a remarkable Moroccan lineup, demonstrates the festival’s growing international influence.
From heritage music and Amazigh culture to urban music, global pop and electronic sounds, Mawazine continues to offer a unique cultural experience that few festivals can rival. The 2026 edition not only celebrates music but also reinforces Morocco’s position as a leading destination for major international events.
Visitors planning their stay in Rabat can also explore our complete guides to all confirmed Mawazine 2026 artists, the 2026 Morocco Festival Calendar, the Gnaoua Festival 2026, and our travel guide for discovering Rabat during Mawazine.
For the latest lineup updates, schedules and ticket information, visit: Mawazine.ma
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