The historic port city of Byblos, Lebanon, will once again host its famed international music festival amid a picturesque seaside setting. The Byblos International Festival is making a long-awaited comeback after a multi-year hiatus triggered by the country’s recent crises. Scheduled for August 5–10, 2025 in the ancient coastal city of Byblos, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the festival’s revival is a beacon of hope that underscores Lebanon’s cultural resilience and commitment to the arts. Now organized by In Action Live, a division of In Action Events (co-founded by entrepreneurs Joe Harb and Cynthia Warde), the festival aims to celebrate Lebanon’s enduring spirit while boosting tourism and artistic exchange.
For the first time since 2019, the historic harbor venue will welcome local and international music fans. The festival drew over 50,000 spectators per year in its peak years before the pause. Supported by Lebanon’s Ministry of Tourism and the Municipality of Byblos, the event signals a cultural renaissance, inviting visitors from around the world to experience Lebanese hospitality and heritage. The open-air concerts will take place against Byblos’s stunning backdrop, where the Mediterranean waters surround the stage, and the medieval town looks on, reminding everyone of the city’s timeless role as a crossroads of culture and history.
Star-Studded Lineup Shines over Byblos
Festival organizers have curated a star-studded lineup for 2025, bringing together beloved local talent and global artists for four nights of unforgettable live music under the stars. The program’s headline performances include:
• August 5, 2025 – Guy Manoukian & Friends: Lebanese-Armenian composer and pianist Guy Manoukian, a staple of the local music scene, will kick off the festival with a special collaborative concert.
• August 8, 2025 – Lost Frequencies: Internationally acclaimed Belgian DJ/producer Lost Frequencies will light up the stage with his chart-topping electronic hits, marking his much-anticipated return to Lebanon.
• August 9, 2025 – Slimane: French singer-songwriter Slimane, often hailed as one of France’s most soulful pop voices, brings his award-winning vocals to Byblos for a night of moving performances.
• August 10, 2025 – Naïka: The festival’s finale features Naïka, a rising multicultural pop sensation known for her Afro-Caribbean influences, performing live in Lebanon for the first time.
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