DIAFA Returns in Its 9th Edition, Dedicated to the Late Egyptian Icon Abdelhalim Hafez

DIAFA has officially announced the upcoming 9th Edition of the esteemed festival. Honoring distinguished personalities from various fields and different nationalities, this prestigious festival promises an unforgettable celebration of talent and achievements.

DIAFA 2025 is set to unfold over two consecutive days on the 25th and 26th of November, and it will be dedicated to one of the Arab world’s biggest icons in music, Abdelhalim Hafez.

The festival will be live from the prestigious Marsa Boulevard in Dubai Festival City. The festival will begin on November 25 with the Opening Ceremony, featuring an engaging Panel Discussion with this year’s esteemed honorees, offering insights into their impactful contributions and achievements.

The spotlight intensifies on November 26th, commencing with the glamorous Red Carpet at 06:00 PM followed by the highly anticipated Awards Ceremony at 08:00 PM, all broadcasted live on various regional television channels, ensuring global reach and engagement.

Last year’s edition of DIAFA awarded personalities from 21 different countries, including Sulafa Memar, Faouzia, Demet Özdemir, Dimash Kudaibergen, Rahma Riad, Salma Abu Deif, Sabah Jazairy, Katya Lel, Aryana Saeed, Saba Mubarak, Nordo, 7 Production and many others, and was hosted by Abdulla Al Ghamdi and Noha Nabeel.

DIAFA 2025 continues to shine a spotlight on some of the region and world’s most exceptional talents and influential personalities throughout various fields and nationalities. Don’t miss the 9th edition of DIAFA, broadcasted live from Marsa Boulevard in Dubai Festival City, on November 25 & 26, 2025. Stay tuned for an unparalleled celebration of success and achievements.