Flava Showcase by Timati 2026 in Dubai

Flava Showcase by Timati brings one of Russian hip-hop’s best-known names to Be Beach in Dubai Harbour on Thursday 12 November 2026, for a late club night with Black Star DJs M.E.G. and D.A.L.I. on support. Doors and the start are both set for 9pm, and the party runs until around 4am.

The billing sums up the idea neatly: hits, charisma and a dance floor that keeps moving all night. This is a showcase in a club setting, not a seated concert, so expect a party built around Timati’s stage presence with DJ sets carrying the hours either side.

Who is Timati?

Timati is the stage name of Timur Yunusov, born in Moscow in 1983. He first became widely known through the Russian TV talent show Star Factory, and went on to become one of the leading figures in Russian hip-hop as a rapper, producer and entrepreneur. He co-founded the Black Star label, which he ran from 2006 to 2020.

His early releases came with groups: the album Noviye Lyudi with Banda in 2004, then The Album with VIP77 in 2006. As a solo artist, his 2010 album The Boss won a best album award in Russia, and it marked the point where he was making music aimed as much at international clubs as at home audiences.

His sound mixes hip-hop with R&B and dance music, and he has worked with a long list of international artists. According to Wikipedia, his collaborations include Snoop Dogg on Groove On, P. Diddy on I’m on You, Fat Joe, Busta Rhymes, Mario Winans on Forever and Timbaland. His biggest international crossover, Welcome to St. Tropez with DJ Antoine and Kalenna in 2011, topped the charts in several European countries.

More than music

Timati is as well known in Russia for business as for records. Ventures linked to him include the Black Star Burger restaurant chain, which opened in Moscow in 2016, the Black Star Wear clothing line and a barbershop and tattoo studio in Moscow. That entrepreneurial streak is part of his public image, and it explains why the Dubai listing describes him as a rapper, producer and entrepreneur in one breath.

The line-up

• Timati: the headline showcase, drawing on a catalogue that stretches from his mid-2000s work to the present.
• DJ M.E.G.: listed as part of Black Star, setting the mood on the decks.
• D.A.L.I.: also from the Black Star camp, sharing DJ duties through the night.

Having two DJs from his own label on the bill gives the night a consistent sound. The music before and after the showcase should sit in the same hip-hop, R&B and dance blend, rather than jumping between unrelated styles.

The venue: Be Beach, Dubai Harbour

Be Beach opened at Dubai Harbour in October 2023 as a day-to-night pool and beach club, run by Addmind Group and Sekoya Management. What’s On described an infinity pool framed by palm trees, white sand, day beds, private cabanas and an outdoor bar, with views out across the water. Its opening line-up featured DJs such as Luciano, Damian Lazarus, Sven Väth and Lee Burridge, so big headline nights are part of its story.

The house rules for this event are clear. Entry is strictly for guests aged 21 and over, so carry valid ID. The dress code is beach chic, and flip-flops are not allowed even though you will be close to the sand. Outside food and drink are not permitted. Smoking is allowed at the venue, and photos and video are allowed too, which is not always the case at Dubai club nights. Ticket sales are final and non-refundable.

Who it suits

This is a natural pick for Russian-speaking residents and visitors who grew up with Timati’s music and the Black Star era, but anyone who enjoys hip-hop, R&B and club music will feel at home. It works best for groups of friends planning a big Thursday night, since the format is all about dancing and socialising rather than sitting down. Fans who know him mainly from Welcome to St. Tropez will find the beach-club setting a good match for his party side, though no set list has been published.

It is not for under-21s, and with a finish close to 4am on a Thursday night, it suits those who can take Friday slowly.

Getting there

Parking at Dubai Harbour is limited, and the listing recommends public transport, Careem or a taxi. By car, follow Financial Center Road straight onto Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard, turn right and follow the Dubai Harbour signs to the parking area. The nearest Metro stop is Nakheel Harbour and Tower on the Red Line, but it is about 5km away, so you will need a taxi for the last stretch. Most taxi drivers know the location.

For more big nights out, see our nightlife guide, browse concerts in Dubai or check things to do in November.