The Beirut International Awards Festivals (BIAF) will return to Martyrs’ Square in Downtown Beirut on July 30 and 31, 2026, for its highly anticipated 13th edition. As the only major festival taking place in Downtown Beirut this summer, BIAF continues to position Lebanon as a hub for creativity, achievement, and global cultural exchange.
A Celebration of Excellence Since 2010
Founded in 2010, BIAF has grown into one of the region’s leading international awards festivals, recognizing outstanding individuals and institutions from Lebanon, the Middle East, and around the world.
The festival honors achievements across a wide range of fields, including:
- Arts and entertainment
- Media
- Business
- Entrepreneurship
- Humanitarian work
- Sports
- Science
- Culture
Bringing International Recognition Back to Downtown Beirut
This year’s edition carries particular significance as it brings a major international gathering back to the heart of Beirut.
The 2025 edition, held in Nejmeh Square (Place de L’Étoile), celebrated 25 distinguished personalities from Lebanon and abroad, including Maya Diab, Hiba Al Kawwas, Roudy Rahme, Massari, Georges Nehme, Saif Nabeel, Takla Chamoun, Randa Kehdy, and Moatasem Al Nahhar.
For the 2026 edition, honorees have been carefully selected by a regional committee of experts, academics, and professionals, based on their talent, impact, and meaningful contributions within their respective fields.
Two Days of Celebration
The festival will take place over two days, each featuring its own highlights.
July 30: Opening Ceremony and Cultural Panel
BIAF will officially open with an inaugural ceremony, followed by a panel discussion featuring selected honorees and special guests. Hosted by Rabiaa Zayyat, the session will provide a platform for dialogue, inspiration, and cultural exchange.
July 31: Red Carpet and Awards Ceremony
The festival will conclude with its signature Red Carpet, followed by the prestigious Awards Ceremony, hosted by Clemence Achkar. The evening will welcome celebrities, media representatives, diplomats, and prominent figures from around the world.
Continuing BIAF’s Mission
Through its continued presence in Martyrs’ Square, BIAF reaffirms its commitment to celebrating excellence while bringing together cultures, talents, and ideas on one stage.
As it enters its 13th edition, the festival remains dedicated to honoring individuals whose achievements inspire progress and make a lasting impact on their communities around the world.