Rabat is getting ready for 10 days of music, celebration and live performances as RAB’AFRICA Festival returns for its fifth edition from August 14 to 23, 2026. Organized by the Ministry of Youth, Culture and Communication, the festival will once again bring together artists representing different generations, sounds and musical cultures, with a program designed to celebrate the diversity of the Moroccan and African music scene.
Taking place at the Bouregreg Stage in Rabat, RAB’AFRICA 2026 will unfold across 10 consecutive evenings, with a new lineup of artists taking the stage each night.
The festival opens on August 14 with Mr ID, Duke and Dizzy Dros, setting the tone for an edition that moves freely between contemporary Moroccan sounds, rap, pop and traditional influences.
The second night, on August 15, will feature Sami Ray, Lamia Zaidi and Lartiste, followed on August 16 by Ikram El Filaali, Hamid Bouchnak and Walid Rahmani.
The musical journey continues throughout the following week with a mix of established names and contemporary voices.
On August 17, audiences will see Oudadan, Karima Gouit and Fatima Tihihit, while Nasr Megri, Ali Essamdi and Inkonnu take over the stage on August 18.
August 19 brings Ahfad El Ghiwane, Jil Jilala and Fehd Benchemsi, followed by Zein, L7or and Draganov on August 20.
The final stretch of the festival keeps the momentum going, with Rafie, Manal and Stormy performing on August 21.
On August 22, the lineup features Attef, Issam Kamal and Cheb Khaled, before Mouhcine Nachit, Rhany and Senhaji close the festival on August 23.
Across its 10-day program, RAB’AFRICA brings together a broad spectrum of Moroccan music, from contemporary rap and urban sounds to chaabi, Amazigh influences and generations of artists who have shaped the country's musical landscape.
With its fifth edition, the festival continues to position itself as a major public cultural gathering in Rabat, offering audiences a chance to experience live music throughout the summer in an open and celebratory atmosphere.
RAB’AFRICA Festival 2026 runs from August 14 to 23, with performances starting at 9 PM at the Bouregreg Stage in Rabat.
10 days. 30 artists. One stage. Rabat is ready.
