Dubai events: All the upcoming gigs, shows and concerts coming up

From mega music festivals to comedy gigs and more…

This year, we packed our calendars with a number of great shows, and there’s still plenty to come, and more yet to be announced. If you can’t keep track, don’t worry, as we have rounded up all the must-see performances in Dubai.

Here are all the massive concerts, shows and performances coming to Dubai 2024/2025

Human League

When: November 1, 2024
Where: Bla Bla Dubai

Get ready to turn back the clock and relive the golden age of synth-pop as the legendary British band, The Human League, takes the stage in Dubai this November. Mark your calendars for Friday, November 1, when the band—famous for iconic hits like Don’t You Want Me, Fascination, and Human—makes their much-anticipated return to Dubai at Bla Bla, JBR, as part of their Generations 2024 tour. Prices start from Dhs215 for early bird tickets, Dhs245 for general admission, and Dhs495 for VIP, which includes access to a designated VIP area, private bars, and an up-close view of the stage.

Bla Bla Dubai, JBR, Dubai, Nov 1, tickets from Dhs215 (21+ only), Tel: (0)4 584 4111, @bla_bla_dubai

Ministry of Sound

When: November 9, 2024
Where: Coca-Cola Arena

Iconic London club and dance music phenomenon, Ministry of Sound is bringing a very special experience to Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena this November. Ministry of Sound Classical celebrates the ‘Greatest Moments in Dance Music’ with a full orchestra, conducted by David Mahoney. Expect to hear the biggest club anthems of all time including The Chemical Brothers’ Hey Boy Hey Girl, Dario G’s Sunchyme, Faithless’ Insomnia (imagine the drop on this), and Fatboy Slim’s Right Here, Right Now.

Keinemusik

When: November 9, 2024
Where: Soho Beach Island

Iconic group, Keinemusik is gearing up to perform at the World Islands in Dubai at Soho Beach Island in Dubai this November. The opening of the highly anticipated Soho Beach Island in Dubai will be headlined by Adam Port, &ME, and Rampa. The concert will take place on Saturday, November 9. You will know Keinemuisk for their electric mix of deep house and liquid house. They have taken TikTok by storm with soundbites from sets, but have also released hits including Move, Thandaza, and countless other incredible remixes.

Keinemusik at the opening of Soho Beach Island, World Islands, Dubai, Nov 9, tickets from Dhs2,000, @sohobeachdxb platinumlist.net

Defected

When: November 9 and 10
Where: Soul Beach

Taking over Soul Beach at JA The Resort for two days of epic festival fun will be the return of Defected. November 9 will see festival goers having a blast by the beach, while November 10 will take place poolside. The line-up features huge DJs like Gorgon City, Folamour, Eats Everything, Sam Divine, and more. Tickets start from Dhs250.

Defected Dubai, Soul Beach, Nov 9 and 10, ticket prices start from Dhs250. @dubaidancedistrict 

Lea Salonga

When: November 10, 2024
Where: Coca-Cola Arena

Do you and your little one love Disney? Lea Salonga is returning to Dubai to the Coca-Cola Arena on November 10, 2024, bringing her sparkling Disney magic. The award-winning superstar has performed across the city, including Expo 2020. The Filipina artist provided the singing voices of two Disney princesses Jasmine and Mulan (yeah, that’s why she sounds familiar). She sold out seats at the Dubai Opera when she debuted in 2017, so don’t wait until the last moment.

Wiz Khalifa

When: November 16, 2024
Where: Coca-Cola Arena

American rapper, songwriter and producer, Wiz Khalifa is responsible for some massive hits like Black and Yellow and the Furious 7 track See You Again, and he’s returning to Dubai this November. Headlining a gig at the Coca-Cola Arena on November 16, the global superstar promises to deliver a dynamic live show that fans in the region won’t want to miss. Tickets start from Dhs199 for silver (seated), and Dhs299 for the regular standing area. If you want to be closest to the stage, you’ll want to snap up Golden Circle standing tickets, which are priced at Dhs499.

Wiz Khalifa at Coca-Cola Arena, City Walk, Dubai, Nov 16, tickets from Dhs199, coca-cola-arena.com

Martin Garrix

When: November 16, 2024
Where: Atlantis, The Palm

After a smash-hit gig to kick off Atlantis Live earlier this year, superstar DJ Martin Garrix is returning to Atlantis The Palm this November. Taking to a purpose-built stage at Atlantis, The Palm, the Dutch DJ will bring his signature high energy to an unforgettable open-air gig.

Atlantis Live presents Martin Garrix, Atlantis, The Palm, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, 8pm on Nov 16, tickets from Dhs175, @atlantisthepalm

Adriatique present X

When: November 16, 2024
Where: Ushuaïa Dubai Harbour

The visionary Swiss DJ duo from Zurich, made up of Adrian Shala and Adrian Schweizer, a.k.a. Adriatique, are all about digital brilliance and live avant-garde artistry, paired with their experimental and pioneering creativity. Over the past decade, the pair has gained international recognition, and they are heading to Dubai this November. We repeat, they are popular so if more tickets are released, snap them up. Keep your eyes peeled for them on here.

Adriatique present X at Ushuaïa Dubai Harbour Experience, Dubai Harbour, Nov 16, tickets from Dhs300, @ushuaiadubai  

Joseph Capriati

When: November 23
Where: Playa Pacha, FIVE LUXE

ICONS returns to Playa Pacha on the shorefront of JBR with a headline set from tech-house icon Joseph Capriati. He’ll be supported by East End Dubs and Frank Storm, two of the hottest names in the underground music scene right now. Tickets start from Dhs200.

Playa Pacha presents ICONS with Joseph Capriati, FIVE LUXE, November 23, from Dhs200. @playapachadubai

From The Oyster Comes The Pearl

Photo credit: Stephen Roberts

When: November 23, 2024
Where: Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium

Rock fans, a brand new rock festival is coming to Dubai this November. Taking place on Saturday, November 23, From The Oyster Comes The Pearl will bring the noise to the beloved Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium. Not only is it an apt name for the UAE’s humble beginnings, but it’s also a nod to the headline act, The Mission. When The Mission headlines this November, it will mark the band’s debut Dubai gig, but it will also be the band’s last performance of the year. Also forming part of the line-up will be The Chameleons, a legacy five-piece rock band and IST IST will also be performing. Read more here and purchase your tickets here.

The Streets

When: November 30, 2024
Where: Coca-Cola Arena

They’re the 00s band behind hits including Dry Your Eyes and Fit But You Know It, and if you want to see The Streets live in Dubai, then this is your chance: the Brit band are coming to the city this November. Headlining a one-off gig at Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena on November 30, Mike Skinner and his crew will bring their unique fusion of hip-hop and garage to a high-energy performance in City Walk. A unique and charismatic performance, Skinner fuses The Streets’ sing-along hits with his signature storytelling that makes every gig an unforgettable experience.

The Streets, Coca-Cola Arena, City Walk, Dubai, Nov 30, tickets from Dhs250, coca-cola-arena.com

Sugababes

Joining Stormzy as part of the Emirates Dubai 7s line-up will be pop trio Sugababes, headlining on Saturday November 30. Recently reformed in their original line-up, the Sugababes will bring their roster of bubblegum pop tunes to the Rugby Rocks Stage to close out the show on Saturday. The much-loved trio, now made up of Keisha Buchanan, Mutya Buena and Siobhan Donaghy, have been selling-out headline shows since reforming in their OG form in 2022, and they’re now set to delight fans in Dubai. After a huge day of sporting and festival fun, we can look forward to belting out Sugababes hits like Push the Button, Round Round and Too Lost In You as the group preform on the Rugby Rocks Stage. Read more about tickets, and Emirates Dubai 7s here.

Emirates Dubai 7s, Sevens Stadium, Friday November 29 to Sunday December 1, from Dhs425. dubairugby7s.com

December

Stormzy

When: December 1, 2024
Where: The Sevens Stadium

Besides the sporting action, there are so many reasons to get excited about Emirates Dubai 7s. Stormzy is just one of them, albeit, maybe one of the main ones. The multi-award-winning artist will close out the show at The Sevens Stadium on December 1, bringing the epic three-day festival to a close with all of his biggest hits. Expect to hear Stormzy bringing tracks including Big for your Boots, Vossi Bop and Shut Up to the Frequency on 8 Stage. Read more about tickets, and Emirates Dubai 7s here.

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January 2025

Green Day

When: January 27, 2025
Where: Expo City Dubai

All roads lead to Expo City Dubai on January 27, 2025, as Green Day is coming to town. The four-time Grammy Award-winning rockers will be performing in Dubai for the first time, and we can expect all of their banging tunes, including American Idiot, Boulevard of Broken Dreams, Wake Me Up When September Ends, and Holiday. Their guests, Offspring – are another giant of the 90s American punk scene – with huge hits Self Esteem, All I Want, The Kids Aren’t Alright, and we probably shouldn’t mention it – but yes, also Pretty Fly. Get your tickets here.

Green Day, Expo City, Dubai, Jan 27, 2025, ticket prices from Dhs445, greendaydxb.com

CAS

When: January 31, 2025
Where: Coca-Cola Arena

Smash hit dream pop band CAS, musical experts of the alternative, ethereal variety, are coming to Dubai, and we can’t keep calm. The group, known and loved widely for their hazy, daze-y, euphoria-inducing tracks will perform at the Coca-Cola Arena stage on January 31, 2025. Ticket prices from Dhs195 and can be purchased here.

CAS, Coca-Cola Arena, City Walk, Dubai, Jan 31, 2025, ticket prices from Dhs195, Tel: (800) 223 388, coca-cola-arena.com

February

The Corrs

When: February 6, 2025
Where: Coca-Cola Arena

As part of their Talk on Corners tour (named after their second, UK chart number one for 1997, album) – they’ll be stopping by Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena for one night only on February, 6 2025. Since their debut single back in 1995, almost *experiences mild panic attack* thirty years ago – the four-piece pop outfit have sold an impressive 40 million albums. You might remember them from such velvety-vocal tracks as Breathless, Runaway, and What Can I Do? Tickets start from Dhs195.

Live Nation presents The Corrs, Coca-Cola Arena, City Walk, February 6, 2025, from Dhs195. coca-cola-arena.com 

Rewind Festival

When: February 22, 2025
Where: Bla Bla Dubai

REWIND, the world’s biggest 80’s and 90’s Festival from the UK is returning to Dubai for a third year in a row in February 2025. Taking place at Bla Bla on Saturday, February 22, 2025, the line-up includes Tony Hadley (headliner), Midge Ure, The Thompson Twins’ Tom Bailey, Tunde (voice of the Lighthouse Family), The Christians, Katrina, Toyah, Tiffany and Disco Inferno. Read more about the festival here.

Bla Bla Dubai, The Beach – opposite JBR, Feb 22, ticket prices from Dhs395 (Dhs345 early bird), over 21s only, Tel: (0)4 584 4111, @blabladubairewindfestdxb.com