It’s not all about the food and staycations during the long weekend. In fact, this year, the UAE is turning Eid Al Adha into one massive live music weekend. From Arabic pop stars and emotional ballads to Afro-house DJs and late-night club sets, the UAE’s concert calendar is packed across the long break. Whether you’re heading to Dubai Opera, Coca-Cola Arena or Space42 Arena, this roundup has all the concerts worth adding to your Eid plans.
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1. Elexsandom (May 26)
If your ideal Eid celebration involves loud beats, flashing visuals and dancing until late, Elexsandom’s set at CAVO might be exactly your scene. Known for blending afrobeats, amapiano, afro-house, and afro-tech sounds into one nonstop party atmosphere, he leans heavily into immersive visuals and energetic crowd interaction.
- Date & Time: Tue 26 May, 2026 | From 10 PM
- Location: CAVO, Ramee Dream Hotel Downtown, Dubai
- Price: AED 150
- For more information, visit the website
2. Kingdom Of Ellera (May 28)
Looking for something family-friendly during the holiday weekend? Then this magical family theatre production is landing in Dubai this Eid, bringing fantasy, adventure, and an important message about unity. The Kingdom of Ellera follows a once-thriving kingdom as it works together to restore its former glory, with Bahraini actress Haifaa Hussein leading the cast.
- Date & Time: Wed 28 May, 2026 | 5 PM & 7 PM
- Location: The New Covent Garden Theatre, Mall of the Emirates, Dubai
- Price: AED 40
- For more information, visit the website
3. Adam (May 28)
Lebanese singer Adam is bringing his signature mix of emotional Arabic pop and romantic ballads to Dubai Opera this Eid. His music moves effortlessly between Lebanese, Egyptian and Khaleeji influences, while tracks like Ala Bali and Khelset El Hekaya have helped cement his place as one of the region’s most recognisable contemporary voices.
- Date & Time: Wed 28 May, 2026 | From 9 PM
- Location: Dubai Opera, Dubai
- Price: AED 595
- For more information, visit the website
4. Kadim Al Sahir (May 28)
Known across the Arab world for his poetic lyrics and deeply emotional classics, Iraqi icon Kadim Al Sahir is set to perform in Abu Dhabi this Eid. Fans get to enjoy a night packed with orchestral Arabic music and live vocals that have made him one of the region’s most respected performers.
- Date & Time: Wed 28 May, 2026 | From 9 PM
- Location: Space42 Arena, Abu Dhabi
- Price: AED 295
- For more information, visit the website
5. Kurd Maverick (May 29)
German-Turkish DJ Kurd Maverick is bringing his festival-style electronic energy to Dubai with a tech-house-heavy set at CAVO. Known for explosive transitions and crowd-hyping drops, this one’s shaping up to be a proper late-night party for electronic music fans.
- Date & Time: Thu 29 May, 2026 | From 10 PM
- Location: CAVO, Ramee Dream Hotel Downtown, Dubai
- Price: AED 150
- For more information, visit the website
6. Taha Suliman (May 29)
Sudanese artist Taha Suliman is bringing his vibrant blend of traditional Sudanese melodies and modern Afro-Arab rhythms to Dubai this Eid. His performances are known for their upbeat, lively stage presence and feel-good atmosphere that gets crowds grooving almost instantly.
- Date & Time: Thu 29 May, 2026 | From 8 PM
- Location: The Agenda, Dubai
- Price: AED 150
- For more information, visit the website
7. Francis Mercier (May 29)
Afro-house fans are in for a massive night as Haitian DJ and producer Francis Mercier heads to White Abu Dhabi. Expect deep electronic beats, global rhythms and crowd-favourite tracks like Sauti and My People taking over the dancefloor well into the night.
- Date & Time: Thu 29 May, 2026 | From 10 PM
- Location: White Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
- Price: AED 150
- For more information, visit the website
8. Majid Al Mohandis (May 29)
Often called The Engineer of Arabic Song, Majid Al Mohandis returns to Dubai with a concert packed full of romantic Khaleeji hits. His smooth vocals and emotional catalogue, including songs like Hattan and Ana Blayak, continue to make him one of the biggest live performers in the region.
- Date & Time: Thu 29 May, 2026 | From 9 PM
- Location: Coca-Cola Arena, Dubai
- Price: AED 195
- For more information, visit the website
9. George Wassouf & Ziad El Bourji (May 30)
Two huge Arabic music names are sharing one stage in Abu Dhabi this Eid. Veteran Syrian singer George Wassouf joins Lebanese artist Ziad El Bourji for a concert filled with emotional ballads, Arabic pop classics and powerful live performances fans will definitely be singing along to.
- Date & Time: Fri 30 May, 2026 | From 9 PM
- Location: Space42 Arena, Abu Dhabi
- Price: AED 150
- For more information, visit the website
10. Ivan Vasiliev’s Farewell Performance (May 30)
Dubai Opera is hosting a major international ballet evening led by the farewell performance of world-renowned dancer Ivan Vasiliev. The Alexandrite Gala will feature dancers from globally recognised ballet companies, alongside a special tribute performance inspired by Freddie Mercury and Queen.
- Date & Time: Fri 30 May, 2026 | From 8 PM
- Location: Dubai Opera, Dubai
- Price: AED 290
- For more information, visit the website
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