The SAMĀ Experience at Nujum Desert Camp

Name: The SAMĀ Experience at Nujum Desert Camp
Start: 2025-11-29T13:00:00+0400
End: 2025-11-30T13:00:00+0400
Location: Nujum Desert Camp

Nujum Desert Camp

Sat 29 Nov

Doors:13:00

Start:13:00

Nujum Desert Camp

Event ended

This November, SAMĀ — A Lighthouse for Music, Art, and Culture invites families, friends, and community to a 24-hour immersive experience of music, wellness, and connection in the heart of the dunes.

You can enjoy live concerts, curated workshops, an artisan marketplace, gourmet cuisine, and glamping under the stars. Designed for all ages, SAMĀ creates transformative experiences that serve as bridges between ancient legacies and modern expressions. As part of this vision, SAMĀ intentionally weaves contemporary world musicians and visionary artists into the tapestry of the gathering — creators who are crafting radical, genre-defying sounds.

We are honoring the cultural heritages of the five continents— blending timeless traditions with innovative artistry. Our mission is rooted in the belief that the wisdom of the past holds the power to guide us toward a more connected, creative, and conscious future. These collaborations are about co-creating new experiences that are contextually relevant, and rooted in both ancestral memory and future possibility.

Enjoy live performances by international artists spanning a rich spectrum of sound and culture, from Ape Chimba’s music and Afrosideral’s Afro-Cuban rhythms to AWO’s Live Hybrid DJ Set. The program also features a collaborative performance with Ape Chimba and Radhe Jaggi, an acclaimed Bharatanatyam dancer celebrated for her expressive storytelling and graceful movement, carrying forward the timeless artistry of Rukmini Devi Arundale.

Choose from 15+ interactive workshops spanning from Wisdom Talks, Orishas Dance Workshops, Bharatanatyam Dance Workshop, Primal Moves and Alchemy of Breath from Ibiza, Ecstatic Dance, Tea Ceremonies, Local Bands, Sound Journeys, Family Constellations, and Drum Circles, designed to bring people of all ages together in movement, creativity, and connection.

Ape Chimba & Friends Live Concert
Afrosideral Orishas Movement Workshop and Live Performance
Radhe Jaggi Bharatanatyam Dance Workshop and Live Performance
uXu Nomad Dream - Ethno Fusion Live Set
AWO Hybrid DJ set
Drum Circle by J Adeleke
Heart Secrets and Family Constellations Workshop by Rima Zanoun
Grace of Fire Workshop by Nicolas Canon
True Connection Workshop by Ariel Daunay
Gong & Multi-Instrumental Healing Journey by Soundkeepers
Song Circle by Journey of Munay
Energy Centre Breathwork by Ashley Edelman
The Art of Tea Ceremonies by KikiRei *Booking required
Dunes Music Ecstatic Dance
Primal Moves + Alchemy of Breath by Primal Moves Ibiza
Gurmukh & Gurushabd - Pioneers of Kundalini Yoga
Acro Yoga by Georgia and Omar
And so much more….

At the heart of SAMĀ is a space for families to connect and play. Kids under 11 enter for free. The Tiny Tribes Tent is a dedicated area where kids can explore, create, and rest safely while parents immerse themselves in the festival flow. Open throughout the main festival hours.

Workshops like Craft Making, Handpan classes for kids, and Design Your Life Workshop (Open to Ages 10-18) led by Natalie Chan MBA, founder of OWN Academy, re-creating the next education system— championing purpose finding. Open throughout the main festival hours, it’s a haven for young adventurers and a reminder that connection begins early.

ARTISAN MARKETPLACE - FOOD AND BEVERAGE

A Celebration of Artisan Craft and Soulful Nourishment. We have some beautiful offerings to share. Enjoy an extensive selection of Artisan Gourmet Cuisine available throughout. Explore a vibrant gathering of artisan vendors offering a variety of handcrafted goods, cultural treasures, and nourishment curated to delight your senses and elevate your experience.

From wellness elixirs to artisan creations, our marketplace is a space to connect with the creativity and passion of local and global artisans, from brands like Zhenabia, We Are Life Within, New Mind Chaga, Motion Trading, Holy Smokes, PizzaCraft, Eco Mind, BSMNT, Las Paletas, Bayrut Express, Social Brewers, and more.

The SAMĀ Collective are behind the series of acclaimed desert gatherings that took place in Al Qudra in previous years, events that became known for their unique blend of music, art, and community spirit under the stars.

Building on that legacy, SAMĀ carries forward the mission of bringing international artists and global sounds to the UAE, creating a space where people from all walks of life can connect through rhythm, culture, and shared experience.

More than just a music event, SAMĀ embodies a movement, one that celebrates creativity, consciousness, and the universal language of sound.

Your General Admission ticket includes all concerts, workshops, and overnight stay, giving you full access to the rhythm, creativity, and magic of the desert. Family-friendly. Grounded in nature. Powered by community. Open to all. Whether you come for the music, the community, or the desert magic, SAMĀ promises an unforgettable experience of connection, creativity, and celebration under the stars.

SAMĀ is easily accessible! No 4x4 needed — just 55 minutes from Central Dubai. From the parking area, our 4x4 desert shuttles will carry you into the private location (a quick 3‑minute ride!)

In Addition Shuttle services will run from multiple Dubai locations for convenient travel (Please join the WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/FkMYXsFFw8iJtNRHsbFLrj )

All cars can access parking. Event 4x4 will drive people 3 mins into the desert. Also shuttle service is available with pre-booking
We have a dedicated rest area with cushions and AC for seniors and PWD.

Nujum Desert Camp

Al Shuayb - Ramlat Al Shuwaib - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates