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All the massive concerts, shows and performances coming to Dubai

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

October

Tyga

When: October 19, 2024
Where: Coca-Cola Arena

Get ready for an evening of Loco Contigo, as the rapper Tyga graces our shores again this October at the Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai. The concert will take place on Saturday, October 19. Tickets are already available for purchase here. Tickets start from Dhs145. If you don’t know who Tyga is, other than being an ex of the Kar-Jenner clan, he’s the man behind major songs such as Ayy Macarena, Taste, and Chosen. He has also worked alongside artists including Ty Dolla $ign, J Balvin, and Doja Cat. Tickets are already available for purchase here. Tickets start from Dhs145.

Tyga at Coca-Cola Arena, City Walk Dubai, Saturday, October 19 tickets from Dhs145. coca-cola-arena.com

Sophie-Ellis Bextor


When: October 26, 2024
Where: Dubai Opera

English singer and songwriter, Sophie Ellis-Bextor will be belting out her chart-topping hits come October 26 on the Dubai Opera stage. Expect to sing along to smash hits such as Murder on the Dancefloor, Get Over You, Groovejet and many more. Tickets are priced from Dhs290 and are available on dubaiopera.com.

Sophie-Ellis Bextor, Dubai Opera, Downtown Dubai, Oct 26, tickets from Dhs290, dubaiopera.com

Calvin Harris

When: October 26, 2024
Where: Ushuaïa Dubai Harbour

Dubai, get ready to get loud: Ibiza icon Ushuaïa is opening in Dubai this October, with an unforgettable headline set from Calvin Harris on Saturday, October 26. The iconic producer, DJ, and songwriter will kick off the party making it a memorable night as partygoers break in Dubai’s open-air nightlife destination. And if you missed out on tickets, a limited number of additional tickets have just been released. The fifth wave of tickets are now priced at Dhs400, available via platinumlist.net.

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Eric Prydz

 

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When: October 28, 2024
Where: Expo City

Swedish DJ and music producer Eric Prydz will be hosting an incredible concert on October 18 to close out the 44th edition of GITEX GLOBAL, the world’s largest tech and startup show. What better way to do it? HOLO is a sensory experience like no other, treating your eyes and ears with a series of spectacular holographic projections that push the boundaries of reality and technology. General admission tickets cost Dhs175, Golden circle tickets will cost you Dhs495 and VIP tickets will cost you Dhs850, and are available to purchase on dubai.platinumlist.net.

HOLO, Expo City Arena, Expo City, Oct 18, 2024, tickets starts at Dhs175, @ericprydz

Will.i.am

 

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When: October 4, 2024
Where: SLS Hotel

Taking place on Friday, October 4, pop sensation Will.i.am will have everybody asking Where is The Love? That’s right, one-quarter of the iconic noughties music group Black Eyed Peas will be performing in Dubai for one night only. He will be heading to Privilege in the SLS Hotel, so get ready to Scream and Shout, as part of the Taste of SLS brunch. If by some miracle you are not aware of who he is, he’s got that Boom Boom Pow and rose to fame in the early 2000s for his punchy tracks that were performed with the music group Black Eyed Peas.

Will.i.am at Privilege, SLS Dubai, Friday, October 4, 7pm to 12am, tickets from Dhs300. Tel: (0)4 607 0737 dubai.platinumlist.net

November

Wiz Khalifa

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

Wiz Khalifa is the superstar American rapper, songwriter and producer 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 Saturday 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 live at the Coca-Cola Arena, City Walk, Saturday November 16, 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 returns to Atlantis, The Palm later this year. Taking to a purpose-built stage at Atlantis, The Palm on Saturday November 16, 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, 8pm, Saturday November 16, from Dhs175. @atlantisthepalm

The Streets

 

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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 Saturday November 30th, 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, Saturday November 30, from Dhs250. coca-cola-arena.com

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 platinumlist.net. To no one’s surprise, the first batch of tickets have already been sold out, hence a new release due to popular demand. These limited tickets are priced at Dhs300, along with table packages for groups of all sizes.

Adriatique present X at Ushuaïa Dubai Harbour Experience, Dubai Harbour, Saturday November 16, @ushuaiadubai  

Keinemusik

 

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When: November 9, 2024
Where: Soho Beach Island

Taken the world by storm and now the World Islands in Dubai by storm is none other than all three DJs that make up the iconic group, Keinemusik. 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, November 9, tickets from Dhs2,000. @sohobeachdxb Dubai.platinumlist.net

Human League

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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 MeFascination, 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, Friday, November 1. Doors open at 5pm. Tickets on on sale Sept 10 from Dhs215 to Dhs495. Over 21 years old only. Tel: (0)4 584 4111. @bla_bla_dubai

December

Thirty Seconds to Mars

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When: December 12, 2024
Where: Coca-Cola Arena

American rock legend Thirty Seconds to Mars is returning to Dubai to perform at the Coca-Cola Arena in December. The band has been in the music game for over two decades, when the iconic actor Jared Leto and his brother Shannon Leto first formed it. The band is known for a long and extensive list of hits, such as Stuck, World on Fire, and Closer to the Edge. Concert tickets are priced from Dhs295 and are now on sale. Purchase your tickets here.

Thirty Seconds to Mars, Coca-Cola Arena, City Walk, Dubai, Dec 12, ticket prices from Dhs295, Tel: (800) 223 388, coca-cola-arena.com

Ricky Martin

 

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When: December 14, 2024
Where: Coca-Cola Arena

The latest addition to the flashback Hit Parade is the Latin megastar, Ricky Martin – known for such silk-hipped pop bangers as “Livin’ La Vida Loca,” “She Bangs,” and “Vente Pa’ Ca”.  He’ll be bringing his ‘Ricky Marin Live‘ world tour to the Coca-Cola Arena on December 14, with tickets priced from Dhs299. They’re available to purchase online now via the coca-cola-arena.com and dubai.platinumlist.net websites.

Coca-Cola Arena, City Walk, December 14 tickets from Dhs299. coca-cola-arena.com

Lionel Richie

Lionel Richie

When: December 31, 2024
Where: Atlantis, The Palm

Atlantis, The Palm is set to welcome the one and only Lionel Richie to headline its 2024 New Year’s Eve Party on Tuesday, December 31, 2024. The legendary soul and R&B singer is sure to belt out his hit singles such as HelloEndless LoveAll Night LongDancing On The CeilingWe Are The World, and Say You, Say Me, and many more. Packages for the New Year’s Eve gala dinner start from Dhs6,500 for adults and Dhs4,500 for children aged 4 to 13, with children under 3 going free. Read all the details here.

Lionel Richie at Atlantis The Palm, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, Dec 31, @atlantisthepalm

 

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

Rewind Festival

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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

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