Ombak Festival 2025 – Desaru Coast’s Ultimate Music and Culture Experience
Join Ombak Festival 2025 at Desaru Coast, Malaysia. Three days of music, culture, food, and family fun featuring Simply Red, George Clinton, Joss Stone, and more.
Ombak Festival Returns Bigger in 2025
Following a breakout debut that drew thousands across the region, Ombak Festival returns to Desaru Coast from 12–14 September 2025 with an even bigger celebration of global and Southeast Asian creativity, culture, and community.
International Headliners
Ombak Festival 2025 features world-class performances you won’t see anywhere else in Southeast Asia:
Simply Red – a Southeast Asia-exclusive performance celebrating their 40th anniversary
George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic – the American Godfather of Funk
Joss Stone – Grammy-winning Queen of Soul from the UK
Flight Facilities (Friday DJ Set) – Australian duo’s Malaysian debut after an electrifying Coachella performance
Regional Powerhouses from ASEAN
Alongside international legends, Ombak showcases a stellar lineup of regional talent:
Malaysia: Joe Flizzow, SonaOne, Ismail Izzani, Zamaera, Kyoto Protocol, Disko Santan, and more
Singapore: The Pinholes, Blackout Agency feat. Miss Lil, Keyana, Masia One, and NADA
Indonesia: Diskoria, Tanayu, Sunwich
Thailand: Phum Viphurit
Cambodia: Vanthan
Philippines: DJ Xi
The Ultimate Weekend at Desaru Coast
This multi-sensory festival lights up the coast with four vibrant experiences, all set against luxury resorts:
Music – Global stars and regional icons on one stage
Arts & Play – Mahjong with All Tiled Up, Segaris Art Centre workshops, communal weaving, vinyl pop-ups, theatre, and drum circles
Taste & Toast – Gourmet feasts with chefs Andrew Walsh and Sid, plus local treats and international flavors
Ombak Kids – Funfair of Forgotten Futures, LEGOLAND challenges, kite flying, storytelling, and more family activities
Exclusive Ticketed Events
Enhance your weekend with Ombak’s special dining and cultural experiences:
All Tiled Up
Sazón Tapas & Grill by Andrew Walsh
Muar Bites with Chef Sid
Ticket Information
Saturday 1-Day Pass: RM350 + 5%
Sunday 1-Day Pass: RM350 + 5%
Saturday & Sunday 2-Day Pass: RM650 + 5%
3-Day Pass: RM750 + 5% (Sold Out)
(Prices are subject to a 5% Entertainment Duty by the Johor State Government)
Where to Stay
Turn your festival weekend into a luxury getaway. Book your stay at partner resorts:
Hard Rock Hotel Desaru Coast
The Westin Desaru Coast Resort
Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas
Festival Essentials
All ages welcome (children under 12 free with adult ticket holder)
Multilingual event
Rain or shine festival
Getting there: 2 hours by car from Singapore, or 4 hours from Kuala Lumpur (1-hour flight to Senai + 1-hour drive)
Key Takeaways
When: 12–14 September 2025
Where: Desaru Coast, Malaysia
Headliners: Simply Red, George Clinton, Joss Stone, Flight Facilities
Regional Stars: Joe Flizzow, Phum Viphurit, Diskoria, Keyana, and more
Experiences: Music, arts, food, and family activities in a luxury seaside setting
Accommodation: 5-star partner hotels and resorts
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Don’t miss Southeast Asia’s most exciting seaside festival. Book your tickets to Ombak Festival 2025 today and experience three unforgettable days of music, culture, food, and fun at Desaru Coast.