Dubai concerts, shows and performances in 2026
From huge concerts to laugh-out-loud comedy and spectacular live shows, here’s what’s coming to Dubai
Love catching concerts in Dubai? Well, we have good news. Dubai’s live entertainment scene is packed with a line-up of concerts, festivals, musicals and live shows heading to the city over the coming months. Think global music stars and nostalgic favourites to huge music festivals and unmissable musicals – there’s plenty to book. Want to stay up to speed?
Here are the biggest upcoming concerts, shows and performances in Dubai in 2026.
AUGUST
Lucky Ali
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Popular Indian singer, songwriter and actor Lucky Ali brings his unmistakable sound to Dubai this August. Known for his soulful vocals, poetic storytelling and timeless melodies, the music icon will perform beloved favourites including O Sanam, Na Tum Jaano Na Hum and Safarnama in a night of nostalgia and emotion.
Where: Coca-Cola Arena, Citywalk Dubai
When: August 16, 2026
Cost: Prices from Dhs125
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Alan Walker
Photo credit: Supplied by Coca-Cola Arena
Global EDM superstar Alan Walker is bringing his signature high-energy show to Coca-Cola Arena on Saturday, August 22 as he headlines FREQUENCY 971. Expect a night filled with Alan Walker’s biggest hits, incredible visuals, plenty of energy and an atmosphere that will keep the crowd dancing from start to finish. The party starts long before the headline set, with UAE favourites DJ Bliss and DJ Slim warming up the crowd.
Where: Coca-Cola Arena, Citywalk, Dubai
When: August 22, 2026
Tickets: Prices from Dhs99
@cocacolaarena
Beat the Heat DXB
The popular concert series returns this summer with a stacked line-up of regional music stars, bringing weekly indoor concerts to Dubai World Trade Centre. From Cairokee and Dystinct to Rasha Rizk and Al Shami, the series will showcase everything from Arabic pop and rap to rock and Khaleeji sounds.
When: Until August 22, 2026
Cost: Prices from Dhs105
@beattheheatdxb
SEPTEMBER
Blind Symphony
Blind Symphony offers a chamber concert experience like no other, performed entirely in darkness to create a deeper connection between music and emotion. With visual distractions removed, audiences are invited to focus on sound, imagination and feeling in this immersive sensory journey. Expect a calming, intimate experience that lets music take centre stage.
Where: New Convent Garden, Mall of the Emirates
When: September 13, 2026
Cost: Prices from Dhs240
@newcoventgardentheatredxb
The Marriage of Figaro
Dubai Opera opens its landmark 10th anniversary season with The Marriage of Figaro, a performance by The Ukrainian National Ballet. It’s a timeless celebration of love, wit and pure theatrical brilliance. The performance is doubly special because it also honours the 270th anniversary of the birth of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. The story follows a couple, Figaro and Susanna and their plans to get married. However, it’s threatened by the Count’s relentless pursuit of the bride-to-be. Disguises, mistaken identities and unexpected revelations unfold and the drama is one you don’t want to miss.
Where: Dubai Opera, Downtown Dubai
When: September 17 to 19, 2026
Cost: Prices from Dhs250
@dubaiopera
OCTOBER
Richard Marx
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Richard Marx is set to bring his unmistakable soft rock sound to Dubai, delivering a night steeped in nostalgia and timeless hits. The American singer-songwriter, behind classics like Right Here Waiting, Hazard and Endless Summer Nights, has soundtracked decades of heartfelt singalongs with his signature melodic style. Expect an intimate yet powerful set from one of pop’s most enduring voices.
Where: Coca-Cola Arena, Citywalk Dubai
When: October 3, 2026
Cost: Prices from Dhs225
@cocacolaarena
KPOPZ Live
K-Popz LIVE brings the energy of K-pop to Theatre by QE2 with a high-octane tribute production featuring chart-topping anthems, fan favourites and music from K-Pop: Demon Hunters. Expect slick choreography, immersive visuals and the sounds of global stars including BLACKPINK, BTS, NewJeans, Stray Kids and more.
Where: Theatre by QE, QE2
When: October 3, 2026
Cost: Prices from Dhs120
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God Save The Queen
Queen’s iconic anthems are loved by generations around the world, and now their legendary sound is coming to Dubai. God Save The Queen, one of the world’s most acclaimed Queen tribute bands, will make its Dubai debut with a spectacular live show celebrating the magic of Queen’s greatest hits. Led by Pablo Padín, whose striking resemblance to Freddie Mercury has wowed audiences worldwide, the band will perform timeless classics, including Bohemian Rhapsody, We Will Rock You and Somebody to Love in a powerful tribute to one of music’s greatest bands.
Where: Dubai Opera, Downtown Dubai
When: October 5, 2026
Cost: Prices from Dhs295
@dubaiopera
GIPSY KINGS Symphonic
Led by André Reyes, founder of the legendary Gipsy Kings, the group returns with their first symphonic theatre project. Their timeless hits, including Bamboleo, Djobi Djoba, Volare and Un Amor, are reimagined with orchestral arrangements that add cinematic depth while preserving their iconic sound.
Where: Dubai Opera, Downtown Dubai
When: October 22, 2026
Cost: Prices from Dhs395
@dubaiopera
Nancy Ajram
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Lebanese pop star Nancy Ajram is heading to Coca-Cola Arena this October for a special live performance featuring her biggest hits and signature sound. Known for her signature pop sound and string of beloved hits, Nancy Ajram’s Dubai concert is set to bring fans together for a night
of music and nostalgia.
Where: Coca-Cola Arena, Citywalk Dubai
When: October 24, 2026
Cost: Prices from Dhs120
@cocacolaarena
Bloodywood
New Delhi’s genre-defying folk metal band Bloodywood are set to take over Jubilee Park, Expo City Dubai, with their unique fusion of heavy metal and Indian folk influences. Expect powerful riffs, dhol, flute and Hindi and Punjabi lyrics from a band that has earned a global following.
Where: Expo City Dubai
When: October 24, 2026
Cost: Prices from Dhs175
@expocitydubai
Blue
Dubai is in for a nostalgic trip back to the early 2000s as Blue mark their 25th anniversary with a special tour stop this October. Fans can expect chart-topping favourites including Too Close, If You Came Back and Sorry Seems to Be the Hardest Word, alongside newer tracks.
Where: Expo City Dubai
When: October 25, 2026
Cost: Prices from Dhs299
@expocitydubai
In the Park
Dubai’s outdoor In The Park Festival returns on October 25 with a day of live music, family-friendly entertainment and food. Expect performances from local and international bands, plus new additions including the Jim Beam x Lock Stock Acoustic Stage, the Hills Family and Fun Zone with games and activities; and the Best of British Area serving up classic pub grub and festival favourites.
Where: Dubai Media City Amphitheatre, Dubai Media City
When: October 25, 2026
Cost: Prices from Dhs25
@intheparkdubai
Summer in Nashville
Dust off your cowboy boots! Summer in Nashville is bringing a slice of Tennessee to Dubai this October, with country music, Southern-style food and plenty of festival fun. Expect tribute performances inspired by artists like Zach Bryan, Lainey Wilson and Luke Combs, plus line dancing, American BBQ, street food, axe throwing and more.
Where: Dubai Media City Amphitheatre, Dubai Media City
When: October 31, 2026
Cost: Prices from Dhs25
@summerinnashvilledubai
NOVEMBER
UNTOLD
If you want to be seen at one of the most popular concerts in Dubai – it’s got to be UNTOLD, and it returns this November for four days of music, immersive stage productions and festival experiences at Dubai Parks and Resorts. Following previous editions that welcomed more than 100 international artists across multiple stages, this year’s event is expected to once again bring together a mix of EDM, techno, pop, hip-hop and more, with the line-up still to be announced. Stay tuned to whatson.ae for all updates.
Where: Dubai Parks and Resorts
When: November 5 to 8, 2026
Cost: Prices TBC
@untoldfestivaldubai
Atif Aslam
One of South Asia’s most beloved voices, Atif Aslam brings his signature sound to Dubai for a night of unforgettable ballads, Bollywood favourites and timeless hits. Tickets from Dhs95.
Where: Coca-Cola Arena, Citywalk Dubai
When: November 27, 2026
Cost: Prices from Dhs350
@cocacolaarena
DECEMBER
Sole DXB
Sole DXB returns to Dubai Design District (d3) this December, bringing together music, fashion, art, sport and food for a three-day celebration of creativity. Following a 2025 edition featuring artists including Tyla, Kaytranada, Lil Yachty, Miguel and Loyle Carner, the festival is set to return with another exciting line-up of performances, talks, tournaments and brand activations. Stay tuned to whatson.ae for all the latest.
Where:Dubai Design District (d3)
When: December 11 to 13, 2026
Cost: Prices TBC
@soledxb
Chicago The Musical
Photo credit: Paul Coltas
The longest-running American musical in Broadway and West End history, Chicago returns to Dubai for a five-day run, making it the perfect pre-Christmas theatre treat. One of the world’s most celebrated musicals, Chicago is famed for its electrifying choreography, iconic score and gripping tale of fame, fortune… and all… that… jazz. Set amid the glitz and glamour of 1920s Chicago, it follows housewife and nightclub dancer Roxie Hart, who murders her lover after he threatens to leave her. Determined to escape conviction, Roxie manipulates the press, the public and fellow inmate Velma Kelly, with the help of the city’s slickest lawyer, turning her crime into headline-grabbing spectacle.
Where: Coca-Cola Arena, Citywalk Dubai
When: December 16 to 20, 2026
Cost: Prices from Dhs99
@cocacolaarena
Dubai’s entertainment calendar never stays still; bookmark this page and check back regularly. We’ll be updating it as new concerts, shows and performances are announced.
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