The UAE has never disappointed when it comes to concerts, and the New Year ahead is no exception. We’re here to fill you in on all the deets of the 2023 concerts taking place in Dubai and Abu Dhabi so that you’ll already have your calendars filled up. From OG artists to the rising trailblazers in the scene, scroll down below to take your pick 😌.
Craig David, Global Citizen Forum Charity Gala 2023
Best-selling artist Craig David is set to headline this year’s Global Citizen Forum charity gala. At this year’s event, iconic musician/record producer Nile Rodgers will present the celebrated comedian Russell Peters with the Global Citizen Forum Award.
Craig David is a best-selling musician who has amassed 20 UK top 40 singles, and has sold 15 million records worldwide. He is set to treat attendees of the charity gala to a spectacular show that is not to be missed!
Visit globalcitizenforum.org for more information.
Abu Dhabi Grand Prix concerts – Chris Brown, Ava Max, Shania Twain, Tiësto and Foo Fighters
Chris Brown has just been announced to join global stars Ava Max, Shania Twain, Foo Fighters and Tiësto as the headline performers for the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2023 weekend.
Prepare to witness a spectacular performances by three world-class artists at the highly anticipated Yasalam After Race Concerts from 24th November to 26th November. This weekend is set to be the region’s biggest sports and entertainment event of the year.
Tickets are limited and in association with Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2023. For more information and to purchase your tickets, click here.
Black Coffee and Ja Rule
WHITE Abu Dhabi is gearing up to unleash an unprecedented multi-sensory clubbing experience for the highly anticipated Abu Dhabi Race Weekend 2023 between November 24 to November 26. Get ready for an electrifying performance by none other than Ja Rule, a true icon in the rap industry. Legendary DJ Black Coffee will also take the stage during the weekend for a night of African beats and ethereal house sounds.
For tickets and more information, click here.
Diplo
A DJ set by Diplo in the desert? Sign us up! Terra Solis has announced a night like no other with smash hit sensation Diplo, supported by Aaryon, Jixo & Danz, Harry Joseph, and Nishchal Sharma.
When: November 25, 2023, 6:00 PM till late
Where: Terra Solis, Exit 29, Jebel Ali, Lehbab Road, Dubailand, Dubai
Price: From Dhs100
For more information and tickets, click here.
Butterfly Carnival Music Festival
The Phase One lineup of artists for Butterfly Carnival Music Festival has been released. Set to take place on November 11, 2023 at the Dubai Media City Amphitheater, this groundbreaking event promises to unite diverse cultures through the universal language of music, delectable cuisines, and artistic showcases.
The announced line up is Major League DJz, Dany Neville, Waff, Sosa, Artful Dodger, Daliwonga and Rampage Sound.
When: November 11, 2023, 2:00 PM till late
Where: Dubai Media City Amphitheater
Price:
First Release (General Admission): (SOLD OUT)
Second Release (General Admission): Dhs 300
Third Release Dhs 339
Fourth Release Dhs 379
Final Release Dhs 400
Brunch Package: Dhs679 (inclusive of four hours of unlimited drinks and 1x food token)
For more info and tickets, click here.
Becky Hill & MK to Headline Emirates Dubai 7s
Emirates Dubai 7s is back this year with a star-studded lineup from 1st December to 3rd December. British pop sensation Becky Hill and house music star, DJ MK, have been announced as co-headliners for Emirates Dubai 7s. The duo will be performing on Saturday, 2nd December to make you lose control.
For more information and tickets, click here.
World Tennis League Concerts – 50 Cent, Akon, Ne-Yo
Via @50cent on Instagram
You certainly don’t want to miss this – as a part of the World Tennis League set to take place at the Etihad Arena on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi from the 21st to 24th of December, three famous pop culture singers will be performing as a part of the WTL concerts. With famous American rapper 50 Cent will be performing on the 21st of December, the legendary artist Akon and Ne-Yo are set to take the stage for the closing acts on 22nd December as a part of a special “R&B” night.
For more information and tickets click here.
The Kid Laroi
20-year-old Australian singer-songwriter and rapper The Kid Laroi is indeed performing in Dubai for the first time *ever* – at the Coca-Cola Arena on Friday December 8, 2023.
Fans can expect to jam to mega-hit Stay, recorded in collaboration with the one and only Justin Bieber, in addition to fresh hits off of his long-awaited debut album The First Time, set to drop in November, 2023.
Tickets are on sale now starting from Dhs195 (!!)
Westlife
The famous Irish boyband Westlife is returning to Abu Dhabi on October 27th. Get ready to sing along to their timeless hits along with their newest pop anthems as these boys set the Etihad Arena on fire.
Tickets are live now on livenation.me, grab yours before they’re all sold out!
Macklemore
Via @macklemore on Instagram
Grammy-winning superstar Macklemore will be taking to the stage at Coca-Cola Arena on Saturday 28th October. The American “Thrift Shop” rapper is set to bring a dynamic blend of hip-hop and pop to Dubai with a show like no other, featuring his world-famous tracks, including “Can’t Hold Us”.
Tickets are on sale now, priced from Dhs199. For more information and to purchase your tickets, please click here.
Khalid
Via @thegr8khalid on Instagram
Known for his unparalleled electro R&B vibe in mega-hit songs like Young, Dumb, and Broke, superstar Khalid will be setting the Coca-Cola Arena stage ablaze next month.
This marks the award-winning American singer-songwriter’s first performance in Dubai on Friday October 27.
Tickets are on sale now, priced from Dhs199. For more information and to purchase your tickets, please click here.
DXBeats: Craig David, Rudimental and more
Barasti beach is hosting a number of exciting beach concerts, called DXBeats festival. The line-up includes some legendary British artists – Katy B and Sigma on September 30th, Craig David on October 21st and an epic DJ set from Rudimental on the 18th of November.
DXBeats closes in December with the highly anticipated Ibiza Orchestra Experience, where some classic dance anthems are played by an electrifying orchestra. You won’t want to miss this beachfront event!
Tickets starts at Dhs150 at an early bird rate and you can sign up now on the DXBeats website.
Dizzee Rascal
Fix up, look sharp: Legendary British rapper Dizzee Rascal is set to take the stage in the UAE for the first time in over a decade. Celebrating ten years of his album, Boy in da Corner, Dizzie is bringing the party to Dubai’s Emirates Golf Club on Saturday, October 28th. Expect some high-energy performances of classic hits like Bonkers and Dance Wiv Me.
Tickets are on sale now from Dhs225 for general admission via dubai.platinumlist.net
Miriam Fares, Ahmed Saad, Ayed & DJ Aseel
The American University in the Emirates (AUE) has announced a special graduation concert to celebrate its graduates at the Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai. On the 29th of September, firey Miriam Fares will take the stage alongside Egyptian singer Ahmed Saad, Saudi rising star Ayed, and legendary DJ Aseel.
Tickets are available at coca-cola-arena.com.
Prime Circle
South African rock royalty are coming to Dubai’s iconic Hard Rock Cafe on November 2nd. Get ready for an unforgettable night of high energy and sheer raw power that only Prime Circle can deliver!
Tickets start from Dhs199 for early birds and Dhs249 for regular, and are available at livenation.me.
Jason Derulo
Get ready to *groove* because Jason Derulo is hitting Dubai with his hit Savage Love next weekend! The R&B sensation is throwing a birthday bash on Thursday, September 21, at Blu Dubai nightclub. FYI, Derulo’s no newbie to Dubai’s music scene. He’s performed at hotspots like Soho Garden, Coca-Cola Arena, and even rocked Pure White this past January.
Tickets start from Dhs175. Reserve via WhatsApp: +971 565 012 039.
Bastille
The British indie pop band that brought us Pompeii and Things We Lost in The Fire are heading to Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena for one night only on November 1st. The concert is celebrating the 10th anniversary of their iconic album ‘Bad Blood,’ and we have a feeling it’ll be a night you won’t forget.
Tickets are already on sale and start from Dhs199.
Doors will open at 6 pm, and the show will start at 8 pm. Click here to purchase!
Hilltop Night Music Festival
Attention, psytrance enthusiasts (!!) Hilltop Goa, in collaboration with Blisstronic, is having their very first music festival on September 9 at Barasti Beach Dubai. Ace Ventura, Imagine Mars and Starling will be headlining the highly-anticipated music festival.
An eclectic and exciting line-up of PsyTrance DJs is set to electrify the stage, bringing signature Goa vibes to the heart of Dubai. “Our vision for the Dubai edition of HillTop Night is to create an unforgettable festival experience that bridges diverse cultures through music as it transcends in the desert and would represent our commitment to fostering unity and growth in the global PsyTrance/electronic music community,” expressed the founders of the music festival.
Expect to vibe to the most electric beats at Hilltop Goa whilst enjoying a breathtaking view of the glittering Arabian Sea, on September 9 at Barasati Beach Dubai (!!)
Sean Paul
Get ready for an epic night of music with the Grammy-winning, multi-platinum artist and global sensation, Sean Paul. He’s making his way back to Dubai on October 21st, and it’s going to be a party you *don’t* want to miss. Sean Paul is set to bring his infectious beats and unstoppable energy to the Coca-Cola Arena.
Tickets are already available for purchase on Platinumlist, Dubai Calendar, and coca-cola-arena.com.
Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards Abu Dhabi
Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards Abu Dhabi is back in action, promising the ultimate family fiesta. Mark September 16th as the day to remember, as all the excitement unfolds at the Etihad Arena on Yas Island. The star-studded lineup for the grand occasion includes Now United, Elyanna, Issam AlNajjar, and Bader Al-Shuaibi. Jesse J will host the party!
Davido
Witness an extraordinary show on September 2nd, 2023, at the Coca-Cola Arena as Davido presents his Timeless Tour. It aims to foster cultural exchange between Africa and Dubai, celebrating diverse cultures and transcending boundaries. With over two billion music video streams and leading FIFA’s 2022 World Cup Soundtrack, Davido’s musical brilliance shines on the *global* stage.
Grab a ticket on the website.
Andrew Schulz
Okay, gals. Get ready to experience a night filled with uproarious laughter and side-splitting comedic brilliance! Stand-up comic and podcaster Andrew Schulz will perform at Etihad Arena – Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, on October 22nd. This promises to be a one-of-a-kind journey through humour and wit that you *won’t* want to miss!
Tickets are here.
Bryan Adams
Via Balazs Mohai / Associated Press
The Canadian singer-songwriter is hitting the Coca Cola Arena stage in Dubai on Saturday November 4. We can’t wait to be ~serenaded~ by the romantic melodies of Bryan Adams’ iconic hits including Heaven, Run To You, Summer Of ’69, and (Everything I Do) I Do It For You.
Grab your tickets while you can.
Foo Fighters
Via Danny Clinch
The popular rock band, fronted by former Nirvana drummer Dave Grohl, will be headlining Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2023’s final concert day on November 26. We cannot wait to rock out to their hit songs including Best Of You, These Days, and The Pretender.
Get your tickets to witness Foo Fighters set the stage ablaze.
Jay-Sean, Manj Musik, Juggy D, and Raghav
Get ready for the night of nostalgia at Coca-Cola Arena on September 9, 2023. Indie Vibes promises a host of *iconic* throwback hits for one night only, and it will be the first of its kind in Dubai! Jay Sean, Manj Musik, Juggy D, and Raghav are ready to rock 🥳.
Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased through the PlatinumList and Coca-Cola Arena website.
Charlie Puth
We’ll tell you *all* about it when we see Charlie Puth live in Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. Yes, you read that right: International singer-songwriter and Grammy nominee Charlie Puth, who created some of our generation’s catchiest hits like Attention, How Long, Light Switch, and We Don’t Talk Anymore, is hitting the Etihad Arena Stage on October 1 as part of his Charlie The Live Experience Tour.
Tickets go on sale in just a few days (starting July 15), so keep your eyes peeled at www.livenation.ae!
Robbie Williams
Get ready to *Feel* the magic on October 18! Multi-award-winning musical sensation Robbie Williams is set to electrify the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi with 25 years of his iconic hits. The former Take That member will transport you to a musical paradise, featuring live performances of his chart-topping tunes including Candy, Angels, and She’s the One.
Brought to you by Live Nation Middle East, tickets go on sale starting Friday, June 23rd at 12 pm. Williams does hold a Guinness World Record for selling a staggering 1.6 million tickets in a single day – so get your tickets while you can!
To secure your tickets and for more information visit www.livenation.me.
Tom Odell
Via @dubaiopera on Instagram
See singer-songwriter Tom Odell at the Dubai Opera on 7th June where he’ll be performing some of his hits like Another Love, Real Love, Best Day of My Life, Half as Good as You, and much more.
Tickets are available here.
Disney Princess: The concert
Immerse yourself in a mesmerising night of Disney princess magic at this concert. Princess Jasmine, Belle from Beauty and the Beast, Mary Poppins and Nala from The Lion King will make an appearance on stage along with Broadway and West End stars to bring you five magnificent performances. The event will go all out with an exuberant orchestra and other theatrical effects. Courtgoers (i.e., you and your friends) are encouraged to wear their best royal clothes to get the maximum fun out of the extravaganza. The concert will be held at the Coca-Cola Arena on 6 and 7 May. Tickets are for Dhs150 per person. Book yours at Coco-Cola Arena.
Pink Floyd Experience – The Dark side of the Moon
UK’s sensational band, Pink Floyd is coming to Dubai Opera to raise a toast to the 50th anniversary of their iconic album The Dark Side of The Moon. This authentic show will bring to its audience a phenomenal light show and an incredible two hours of Floydism music! Come and be part of this dazzling night on 6 May at 8 pm. Tickets start from Dhs195.
Tickets available at Dubai Opera
BRED Abu Dhabi
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The ultimate neo-cultural festival in the region, BRED Abu Dhabi has an explosive list of regional and international artists performing during the five-day period. Starting on 26th April; it sees artists like Big Sean, Lina Makoul and El Rass take over the stage with hit singles and hip-hop style music. Additionally, guests will also experience exclusive fashion and retail drops, street food concepts and basketball showdowns.
Tickets are available at bredabudhabi.com
Afroworld with Asake
Afroworld is making a comeback for the third year in a row (!!) The festival will be headlined by Nigerian artist Asake who is known for his singles ‘Mr. Money, Don’t Hype Me’ and ‘California‘. Get ready to dance the night away on Saturday, 29th April from 8 pm at the Coca-Cola Arena.
Buy your tickets from Dhs175 here.
Backstreet Boys
Mark the 7th of May on your calendars because Backstreet Boys will be performing in Abu Dhabi this year. According to the poster, the band will perform between May 1st and May 19th in seven countries, including Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and the United Arab Emirates.
Tickets are available at www.livenation.me
Demi Lovato
Demi Lovato is to perform in Dubai, Coca-Cola Arena, on March 18th. The star singer will be performing her biggest hits like ‘Skyscraper‘, ‘Cool for the Summer‘ and more!
Tickets are available at coca-cola-arena.com
Wireless Festival
Via @wirelessfest on Instagram
Happening for the first time in UAE, Wireless Festival is headed our way on 4th March 2023. We’ll keep you updated on this Hip Hop and R&B series of performances.
Prateek Kuhad
Leading singer and songwriter Prateek Kuhad is back to perform in Dubai on January 14th, 2023. His show is an initiative of XPRNC, the Middle East’s Festival & Concert company. We can’t wait for this one.
Tickets are available at dubai.platinumlist.net.
Imagine Dragons: Mercury World Tour
Imagine Dragons will be heading to the capital as a part of their Mercury World Tour concert on 26th January 2023. This show will have you feeling nostalgic.
Tickets are available at etihadarena.ae.
Hans Zimmer
Hanz Zimmer’s European tour Hans Zimmer Live is stopping in Dubai on 23rd January. Known for his works in The Lion King, Inception, Gladiator, Pirates of the Caribbean, and Dune, his performances are a part of DSF.
Tickets are available at coca-cola-arena.com.
BLACKPINK
BLACKPINK will be blessing the Live Nation arena in Abu Dhabi on 28th January 2023. This is going to be the concert of a lifetime – amirite, Blinks?
Tickets are available at livenation.me.
Jackson Wang
Via @cocacolaarena on Instagram
Jackson Wang is performing on 4th February 2023 at the Coca-Cola Arena to give us his chart-topping best hits. Make sure to get your hand-fans because this concert is going to get 🔥.
Tickets are available at coca-cola-arena.com.