W Hotels Expands its Signature 'W Presents' Series with the Unveiling of the 2025 Global Tour Lineup

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Marriott's (NYSE:MAR) W Hotels has announced its 2025 global tour lineup for the 'W PRESENTS' live music series, marking its third consecutive year. Led by Global Music Director LP Giobbi, the series will feature more than 15 dynamic performances across iconic W Hotel locations worldwide.

The tour includes confirmed stops at multiple destinations including W Costa Navarino, W Shanghai, W Chengdu, W Bali, W Budapest, and several others, with additional venues pending date announcements. The series maintains its partnership with FEMME HOUSE, offering complimentary workshops in DJing and music production, focusing on creating opportunities for women, gender-expansive, BIPOC, and LGBTQIA+ creatives in the industry.

Building on its successful launch in 2023, W PRESENTS has expanded to include new initiatives such as the first-ever W PRESENTS Retreat at W Koh Samui, featuring artists like Bonobo and Sofia Kourtesis in an immersive weekend-long experience.

 Spotlighting emerging and established talent across iconic destinations, W PRESENTS makes a bold return.

BETHESDA, Md., June 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- W Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy's global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, is continuing the momentum of its celebrated W PRESENTS live music series for a third consecutive year led by W Hotels Global Music Director, LP Giobbi. Staying true to its mission to fuse the worlds of music and luxury lifestyle hospitality, the 2025 lineup will feature more than 15 dynamic performances around the globe, handpicked by LP Giobbi and cementing the brand's status as a cultural tastemaker and a catalyst for entertainment-driven luxury. From W Budapest to W Maldives, and W New York – Union Square to the brand's first all-inclusive – W Punta Cana, W PRESENTS transforms each hotel into a stage – blending travel and cultural connection in sought-after destinations.

Launched in 2023 as an innovative live music showcase, W PRESENTS has quickly become an exciting platform at the intersection of music and travel. Building on the success of its first two years, the 2025 iteration will sync with major moments across the brand's global portfolio – turning W Hotels into vibrant cultural hubs where guests can discover the sounds and scenes shaping today's music landscape. Rooted in the brand's legacy as a music authority, the W PRESENTS series builds on the brand's decades-long, steadfast support for sound, style, and cultural expression.

"W PRESENTS is a powerful platform for W Hotels – a brand that's always been anchored in sound, scene, and self-expression," shares George Fleck, Senior Vice President and Global Brand Leader, W Hotels. "As music-led travel continues to surge, W Hotels remains a cultural connector, setting the stage for discovery and unforgettable experiences that blur the line between performance and place. Through groundbreaking live sets and immersive experiences, we're redefining how music and hospitality come together to create those moments that you just had to be there for."

Expanding the experience even further, this past May, W Hotels debuted its first ever, W PRESENTS Retreat at W Koh Samui, a weekend-long immersive extension of the series. Featuring a lineup of cutting-edge artists including Bonobo and Sofia Kourtesis, and curated multi-day programming, the retreat captures the brand's evolved vision of hospitality: transforming live music into a deeper, more intimate experience centered around discovery and creativity.

The W PRESENTS 2025 tour has made stops this year at W Sydney, featuring Night Tales, W Austin, featuring LP Giobbi, and W Maldives, featuring Pretty Girl, and will soon make stops at:

• W Costa Navarino on July 4 feat. ROYA
• W Shanghai – The Bund on August 2 feat. Chambord
• W Chengdu  on August 23 feat. TEED
• W Bali – Seminyak on August 30 feat. TMPLE
• W Budapest on September 5 feat. Parra for Cuva
• W Macau – Studio City on September 6 feat. HAYLA
• W Seattle on September 12 feat. JOPYLN
• W Prague on October 4 feat. Rodriguez Jr.
• W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island on November 1 feat. Kinder
• W Osaka on November 15 feat. Parra for Cuva

W PRESENTS will also have a stage at other W Hotel properties this year, including W New York – Union Square, W Hoboken, W Hollywood, W Punta Cana, W Singapore – Sentosa Cove, W Fort Lauderdale, W Dubai – Mina Seyahi, and W São Paulo, with event dates soon to be announced.

W PRESENTS continues to amplify underrepresented voices in music through its ongoing partnership with FEMME HOUSE – the nonprofit co-founded by LP Giobbi that creates opportunities for women, gender-expansive, BIPOC, and LGBTQIA+ creatives in the industry. This year, the collaboration deepens with a slate of immersive programming designed to break down barriers and build community. Select W PRESENTS tour stops will host complimentary, in-person FEMME HOUSE workshops – beginner-friendly sessions in DJing and music production that are open to guests. In addition, FEMME HOUSE artists will take the stage as featured openers, providing performance opportunities, visibility, and community support. This partnership underscores the brand's longstanding commitment to creating inclusive spaces where sound, self-expression, and storytelling converge.

"W PRESENTS is more than a stage – it's a statement. It's about centering joy, diversity, and creativity in spaces that welcome all," shares LP Giobbi, Global Music Director, W Hotels. "Through our continued collaboration with FEMME HOUSE, an organization near and dear to my heart, we're not just showcasing talent, we're helping shape a more equitable future for music. This year's lineup is especially exciting because it reflects both discovery and familiarity: we're welcoming new voices into the fold while also bringing back artists our guests already know and love. It's a celebration of connection and the transformative power of sound."

Since its inception, W PRESENTS has transformed W Hotels around the world, from W Costa Rica – Reserva Conchal to W Osaka, into stages for visionary artists like Channel Tres, DJ_Dave, Neil Frances, Aluna, and more. With this series, W Hotels is not just curating live music – it's shaping the future of luxury lifestyle hospitality experiences. By amplifying diverse voices and creating boundary-pushing experiences, the brand continues to set the standard for how music and hospitality collide, proving that true luxury lives at the intersection of creativity and community.

To learn more, visit the W PRESENTS website and follow along on Instagram, Facebook, and Spotify.

ABOUT W HOTELS
Born from the social electricity of New York City, W Hotels has been at the forefront of lifestyle hospitality for over two decades. With 70 destinations around the world, the detail-driven design, signature Whatever/Whenever service, and buzzing Living Rooms cultivate experiences of social connectivity. Each location brings together the magnetic energy of W Hotels and the essence of local culture, creating spaces for new perspectives and freedom of self-expression. W Hotels is currently undergoing a multi-year brand evolution, to meet the needs of today's guest and deliver a new generation of luxury lifestyle experiences. For more information on W Hotels, visit w-hotels.com and stay connected on Instagram, TikTok, X, Facebook, and YouTube. W Hotels is proud to participate in Marriott Bonvoy^®, the global travel program from Marriott International. The program offers members an extraordinary portfolio of global brands, exclusive experiences on Marriott Bonvoy Moments and unparalleled benefits including complimentary nights and Elite status recognition. To enroll for free or for more information about the program, visit MarriottBonvoy.marriott.com.

ABOUT MARRIOTT BONVOY
Marriott Bonvoy's extraordinary portfolio offers renowned hospitality in the most memorable destinations in the world, with more than 30 brands that are tailored to every type of journey. From The Ritz-Carlton and St. Regis to W Hotels and more, Marriott Bonvoy has more luxury offerings than any other travel program. Members can earn points for stays at hotels and resorts, including all-inclusive resorts and premium home rentals, and through everyday purchases with co-branded credit cards. Members can redeem their points for experiences including future stays, Marriott Bonvoy Moments™, or through partners for luxurious products from Marriott Bonvoy Boutiques®. To enroll for free or for more information about Marriott Bonvoy, visit marriottbonvoy.com.

ABOUT FEMME HOUSE
FEMME HOUSE is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization co-founded in 2019 by LP Giobbi and HERMIXALOT to advance equity in the music industry. Through accessible education, mentorship, scholarships, and community-building, FEMME HOUSE empowers women, gender-expansive, LGBTQIA+, and BIPOC creators to thrive as artists, producers, and leaders. With innovative programming, industry partnerships, and a growing global network, FEMME HOUSE is breaking down historic barriers and building a more inclusive future for music.

 

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FAQ

When and where will the W PRESENTS 2025 global tour take place?

The tour will feature over 15 performances across W Hotels globally, with confirmed stops including W Costa Navarino (July 4), W Shanghai (August 2), W Chengdu (August 23), W Bali (August 30), W Budapest (September 5), and several other locations throughout 2025.

What is the W PRESENTS Retreat at W Koh Samui?

The W PRESENTS Retreat is a new weekend-long immersive extension of the series that debuted in May 2025, featuring artists like Bonobo and Sofia Kourtesis with curated multi-day programming.

How does Marriott's W PRESENTS partner with FEMME HOUSE?

The partnership includes complimentary, in-person FEMME HOUSE workshops for DJing and music production, open to guests, and features FEMME HOUSE artists as opening acts to support women, gender-expansive, BIPOC, and LGBTQIA+ creatives.

Who is leading the W PRESENTS music series for Marriott?

The series is led by LP Giobbi, W Hotels Global Music Director, who also co-founded FEMME HOUSE and curates the artist lineup.