New York Arab Festival (NYAF) is a multidisciplinary festival spanning all genres of art, culture, design, cuisine, philosophy, and intersecting industries. It programs arts and culture from the Arabic-speaking region and the Arab diaspora and showcases Arab American artists. NYAF was established in 2022 to commemorate Arab American Heritage Month and fight the erasure of Arab and Arab American identities from NYC, a place Arabs have called home for over three centuries. NYAF is organized and run by its founding members: Artistic Director and Curator Adham Hafez, Urbanist and Curator Adam Kucharski, and founding Senior Producer Cindy Sibilsky. NYAF is produced by HaRaKa Platform and powered by Wizara LLC in partnership with many celebrated institutions in NYC and worldwide.
Ticketing Policy
This show includes both Standing and Seated tickets. By purchasing a Seated ticket you agree to also purchase a minimum of two food and/or beverage items per person. Table seating is first come, first seated. Please arrive early for the best choice of available seats. Seating begins when doors open. Tables are communal so you may be seated with other patrons.
All ticket sales are final. No refunds or exchanges. Physical photo ID required for all shows with age restrictions – no exceptions.
When an event sells out, fans who missed out on tickets can join the Waitlist for a chance to purchase tickets from someone who can no longer attend. Joining the Waitlist does NOT guarantee entry to the event, please do NOT arrive at the venue unless you are contacted about tickets becoming available.
Joining the Waitlist:
• If you’re looking for a ticket to a sold out show, add your info the the corresponding Waitlist.
• If a ticket becomes available, you’ll be notified and your credit card will be charged.
Listing Your Ticket on the Waitlist:
• If you already have a ticket, you can list it on the waitlist through the “My Tickets” page.
• Once we find a buyer for your ticket, you will be notified.
Nadine El Roubi
Nadine El Roubi made her mark on the music scene in 2020 with her explosive freestyle “#FEMALE”, a bold and provocative statement that showcased her prowess as an MC. Though she had introduced herself with the introspective singer-songwriter anthem “Throne” two years earlier, #FEMALE cemented her ability to command attention with sharp lyricism and fearless storytelling.
Over the past four years, her steadily growing body of work has amassed millions of streams, drawing listeners into her unique blend of neo-soul and hip-hop.
Her breakout single “Honey Butter”, the lead track from her 2022 EP Triplicity, captivated audiences with its smooth, sultry sound, while “CALM DOWN”, the lead single from her 2024 mixtape Freestyles, Pt. 2: A Mixtape!, further demonstrated her versatility as both a rapper and vocalist. Both tracks have gained immense popularity on streaming platforms and social media, reinforcing her reputation as an artist capable of delivering both intricate bars and soulful melodies.
With co-signs from industry heavyweights like SZA, A Tribe Called Quest’s Jarobi White, and recognition from Rolling Stone, Nadine El Roubi is rapidly emerging as a breakthrough artist—one poised to leave a lasting impact on both the SWANA region and the global music scene.