From Pop Icons to Rock Legends: The Ultimate UAE Concert Line-Up for 2025 You Can’t Miss

Mark your calendars! These epic Dubai and Abu Dhabi gigs in 2025 promise unforgettable nights of music, memories, and megastar moments

Whether you’re into chart-topping pop hits, old-school rock riffs, K-Drama ballads, or genre-bending mashups, the UAE’s 2025 concert calendar is absolutely packed with must-see shows. From Dubai’s legendary Coca-Cola Arena to Abu Dhabi’s world-class Etihad Park, some of the biggest names in global music are gearing up to bring the noise.

Here’s your full, fan-approved guide to the biggest concerts and gigs happening across Dubai and Abu Dhabi this year.

JUNE: QUEEN OF HIP-HOP SOUL RETURNS

June 24 – Mary J. Blige (Dubai)
She’s back after more than a decade! Nine-time Grammy winner Mary J. Blige is bringing her powerhouse vocals and iconic energy to the Coca-Cola Arena. Get ready to groove to the sounds of soul, hip-hop, and R&B classics.

Tickets from: Dhs295
Where: Coca-Cola Arena, City Walk

AUGUST: POP HITS AND NU-METAL NOSTALGIA

August 12 – Limp Bizkit (Abu Dhabi)

Rap-rock fans, unite! Limp Bizkit storms the Etihad Arena with their signature chaos, energy, and hits like Rollin’ and Break Stuff.

August 23 – Natalie Imbruglia (Dubai)

Time to sing Torn at the top of your lungs. The Aussie pop queen takes center stage at Dubai Opera for one night only.

Tickets from: Dhs295
Where: Dubai Opera

SEPTEMBER: K-DRAMA OST DREAM COME TRUE

September 5 – Kostcon (Dubai)
For every K-Drama fan who’s cried during a love confession scene: this one’s for you. Top artists like LYN, Kim Bum Soo, and Heize perform unforgettable original soundtracks live at Coca-Cola Arena.

Tickets from: Dhs199

OCTOBER: DOUBLE HEADLINERS AND ROCK FLASHBACKS

October 18 – Lil Baby (Dubai)
Rap’s reigning superstar hits Dubai with his Wham world tour. Expect chart-dominating hits and major crowd energy.

October 18 – Ilaiyaraaja (Dubai)
India’s musical genius brings decades of cinematic magic to the Dubai Opera. A rare and culturally rich experience.

October 27 – The Rasmus (Dubai)
Finnish rock favorites are here for your nostalgic fix. In The Shadows, Jezebel and more at The Agenda.

October 31 – David Gray (Dubai)
The man behind Babylon and This Year’s Love will make his Coca-Cola Arena debut with soulful anthems and acoustic magic.

NOVEMBER: LEGENDS TAKE THE STAGE

November 20 – Deep Purple (Dubai)
Ready to hear Smoke on the Water live? Rock royalty Deep Purple bring their thunderous sound to Coca-Cola Arena.

November 22 – Madness (Dubai)
British ska-pop icons Madness turn the Dubai Media City Amphitheatre into a party with sing-along classics like Our House and Baggy Trousers.

DECEMBER: FROM OPERA TWISTS TO F1 WEEKEND MAYHEM

December 4 – Benson Boone (Abu Dhabi)
Kicking off the Formula 1 Yasalam After-Race Concerts, Benson Boone delivers emotional pop ballads to melt your heart.

December 5 – Elyanna & Post Malone (Abu Dhabi)
It’s a genre mash-up you didn’t know you needed: Elyanna’s Arabic-Latin fusion meets Post Malone’s mega-hits for an unforgettable night.

December 6 – Metallica (Abu Dhabi)
Heavy metal meets high octane. Metallica rocks Etihad Park on F1 qualifiers night. Enough said.

December 7 – Katy Perry (Abu Dhabi)
The F1 weekend finale goes out with a Roar. Global pop star Katy Perry closes the show with her chart-topping anthems.

December 11 – Rock & Opera Live (Dubai)
A magical mix of opera arias and rock anthems performed by the Bolshoi Theatre at Zabeel Theatre. Classical meets cool.

BONUS GIG: MAY HIGHLIGHT

May 27 – Guns N’ Roses (Abu Dhabi)
Legends. Guitars. Pyro. Guns N’ Roses hit Etihad Arena for a rock spectacle that’s part of a massive global tour. With special guests like Public Enemy and a reimagined Sex Pistols, this night will go down in UAE concert history.

Final Jam: Get Your Tickets Fast

With names this big and dates this stacked, these shows will sell fast. So whether you’re a rock rebel, a pop diva, or just craving a night of live music under the UAE sky, now’s the time to lock in your plans.

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