Expectations are sky-high for the 10th edition of Flip Flop Festival 2025, set to take place on Saturday, June 7 at Harbor Arena Aruba.
Following strong excitement around the first wave of announced artists, Cerbes Chill in partnership with Elite Empire Entertainment has now confirmed additional acts. Among them is the legendary artist Mr. Vegas. Originally from Jamaica, Mr. Vegas is considered one of the most iconic names in the global dancehall and reggae scene. With a career spanning over two decades, he remains relevant today with a TikTok-viral hit titled “Hot Wuk.” Other popular tracks include “Heads High,” “She’s a Ho,” “Tek Weh Yuself,” “I Am Blessed”, and many more. Mr. Vegas is sure to electrify the stage with an energetic and crowd-moving performance.
Another newly confirmed artist is Rafik, a rising star born in Curaçao with roots in Colombia and Lebanon. He is signed to KJ74 Entertainment, the label owned by MLB star Kenley Jansen. Rafik delivers a vibrant fusion of rhythms that will captivate the audience from start to finish. His team is already working on a unique performance filled with choreography and surprise elements.
In addition, A Touch of Steel featuring DJ SKY will also be part of the night’s line-up. In recent months, this fresh concept has received exceptional praise, blending the infectious sounds of steel pan with live instrumentation, singers, and DJs. The group is preparing a special set tailored for this spectacular night.
According to the event’s organizing team, pre-sale ticket sales have reached record-breaking levels, never before seen in Aruba. With still a month to go, the 10th edition of Flip Flop Festival is on track to shatter all previous attendance and sales records. VIP tables sold out last week, and Standing VIP tickets are also moving quickly, expected to sell out within days.
It is important to note that the event is open to attendees aged 12 and older. Youths between the ages of 12 and 17 must be accompanied by an adult.
Other confirmed acts for the night include: Beéle (from Colombia), Blaka Dan, Young Bredda, DJ BB Bad, Tsunami, Groove Masters, Touch of Steel, DJ Sky, DJ Whiteboy, DJ Yeimy, and more surprises to be revealed soon across the festival’s two stages.
Tickets are available at Citgo Boulevard, Citgo Essoville, Pay.aw, and online at www.eliteempire.events. In Curaçao, tickets can be purchased at Ticketpoint Curaçao, located in Zeelandia.
Flip Flop Festival is proudly presented by: Cerbes Chill, CMB, Aruba Airport Authority, Coca-Cola, Sprite, Bacardi, Dewar’s, Dussé, Schweppes, Elite Empire, Elite Productions, and Rayo.
