We’re wrapping up 2025 soon! However, UAE is turning up the volume with some of the hottest and highly anticipated concerts and music festivals. If you’re looking to jam along to some of your favourite artists and make the most during the tail end of 2025, you might want to keep reading to discover what concerts and festivals have lined up! We’ve got the after-race concerts during F1 weekend in Abu Dhabi to Teddy Swims performing at Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena. The next few weeks of 2025 are packed with events that you won’t want to miss.
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Dubai Concerts & Music Festivals
1. Deep Purple
One of Britain’s most iconic rock legends, Deep Purple, is returning to Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena on Thursday, 20th November. Performing some of their timeless hits, such as ‘Fireball’ and ‘Smoke on the Water,’ listeners will get to enjoy tracks that defined heavy rock. Since this is the band’s only Middle East performance in 2025, die-hard rock fans will get a rare chance to experience one of the most influential bands live in concert.
- Date: 20th November 2025
- Location: Coca-Cola Arena, City Walk
- Ticket Pricing: Packages start from AED 249
- For more ticket information, visit the Coca-Cola Arena website.
2. Teddy Swims
GRAMMY-nominated, multi-platinum global sensation, Teddy Swims, will make his debut on the Dubai stage on 22nd November. Noted for his popular hit tracks ‘Bad Dreams,’ ‘The Door,’ and more, Swims is bringing his ‘I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy Tour‘ to a show that is sure to wow audiences with his powerful vocals and heartfelt lyrics.
- Date: 22nd November 2025
- Location: Coca-Cola Arena, City Walk
- Ticket Pricing: Packages start from AED 295
- For more ticket information, visit the Coca-Cola Arena website.
3. Timbaland
The 18 Grammy-nominated and four-time winner, you know him as the ‘Emperor of Sound’. The man behind some of the hottest tracks like ‘The Way I Are’ and ‘Dirt Off Your Shoulder’. Timbaland will make his Coca-Cola Arena debut with an unforgettable and high-energy live show! To make the last few weeks of 2025 memorable, expect a special appearance from his son, Demetrius. The duo will perform together, offering the audience a rare multi-generational performance that should not be missed!
- Date: 28th November 2025
- Location: Coca-Cola Arena, City Walk
- Ticket Pricing: Packages start from AED 195
- For more ticket information, visit the Coca-Cola Arena website.
4. Calvin Harris
The party of the year is fast approaching! Global superstar Calvin Harris is returning to Dubai and is bringing a slice of Ibiza to Ushuaïa Dubai Harbour Experience! Setting milestones in 2025, Harris is the first artist to hold a dual residency at Ushuaïa Ibiza, where he transformed the island into the hottest party spot. And now he’s bringing that same energy straight to Dubai for an unforgettable night. Don’t worry if you miss out on this concert, as he will also perform at the Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix after-party in December, too!
- Date: 29th November 2025
- Location: Ushuaïa Dubai Harbour Experience
- Ticket Pricing: Packages start from AED 250
- For more ticket information, visit the Ushuaïa Dubai website.
5. Clean Bandit
Grammy-winning sensation Clean Bandit are bringing their chart-topping hits and electrifying live performance to Barasti Beach! Known for tracks like Rather Be, Rockabye and Symphony, the English electronic music group will perform Saturday, November 29.
- Date: 29th November 2025
- Location: Barasti Beach
- Ticket Pricing: Packages start from AED 250
- For more ticket information, visit the Platinumlist website.
6. Sole DXB
Sole DXB is back at Dubai Design District for its 13th edition, and it’s packing a lot into three days. Experience live music, fashion, sports tournaments, and way more food than you’ll know what to do with. And get ready to enjoy a stacked lineup with artists like Kaytranada, Tyla, Lil Yachty, and Miguel bringing the vibes all week.
- Date: 12th-14th December 2025
- Location: Dubai Design District.
- Ticket Pricing: Packages start from AED 299
- For more ticket information, check out the Sole DXB website.
7. Pitbull
Thirteen years later, Mr. Worldwide is coming back to Dubai as part of his ‘I’m Back’ tour! You’ve definitely vibed along to his popular hit tracks, including ‘Give Me Everything,’ ‘Fireball,’ ‘Timber,’ and more. If you’re in the mood to don on bald caps, oversized sunglasses and sing along to his infectious songs, then get ready for a night packed with his biggest hits at the Coca-Cola Arena!
- Date: 14th December 2025
- Location: Coca-Cola Arena, City Walk
- Ticket Pricing: Packages start from AED 229
- For more ticket information, visit the Coca-Cola Arena website or the Live Nation website.
8. David Guetta
Ushuaïa Dubai Harbour Experience has locked in David Guetta for an electrifying night of nonstop energy! After a blockbuster summer in Ibiza and being voted the world’s #1 DJ for the fifth time, he’s now bringing that same invigorating energy to Dubai Harbour.
- Date: 19th December 2025
- Location: Ushuaïa Dubai Harbour Experience
- Ticket Pricing: Packages start from AED 250
- For more ticket information, visit the Ushuaïa Dubai website.
9. Maroon 5
The final countdown to 2026 begins with iconic American pop band, Maroon 5. The LA based band will be performing at Atlantis, The Palm during the New Year’s Eve Gala Under The Stars Dinner. Get ready to enjoy throwback hits, including ‘Moves Like Jagger’ and ‘This Love’, as we ring in the new year.
- Date: 31st December 2025
- Location: Atlantis The Palm
- Ticket Pricing: Packages start from AED 6,900
- For more ticket information, visit the Dream Concert website.
Abu Dhabi Concerts & Music Festivals
10. Dream Festival
K-pop lovers, this is your moment! For the first time in the UAE, the legendary Dream Concert is landing on Yas Island. Taking over Etihad Park, this year’s lineup is set to bring the energy, the choreography, and all the fandom feels. Running since 1995, Dream Concert is one of K-pop’s biggest and most iconic events and this year, they’re celebrating their 31st edition in Abu Dhabi. Don’t forget to pre-register now and be part of a massive celebration of music, youth and K-pop culture.
- Date: 22nd November 2025
- Location: Etihad Park
- Ticket Pricing: Prices start from AED 375
- For more ticket information, visit the Dream Concert website.
11. Karan Aujla
One of Punjabi music’s biggest stars is heading to the capital. Recognised for blending hip-hop swagger with hard-hitting lyrics, expect to immerse yourself in Aujla’s live sets, packed with hits like ‘Softly’ and ’52 Bars’. After breaking records with his ‘It Was All A Dream’ World Tour, Aujla is now bringing the heat with his new ‘P-Pop Culture’ Tour to Abu Dhabi.
- Date: 29th November 2025
- Location: Etihad Park
- Ticket Pricing: Prices start from AED 99
- For more ticket information, visit the Platinumlist website.
12. Yasalam After Race Concerts: Benson Boone
The rising American pop star will open the four-day after-race concert series on Thursday at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Over the past year, Boone has shot to fame with his hit songs ‘Beautiful Things’ and gained a total of more than three billion streams on Spotify.
- Date: 4th December 2025
- Location: Etihad Park
- Ticket Pricing: Prices start from AED 295
- For more ticket information, visit the Abu Dhabi GP website.
13. Yasalam After Race Concerts: Post Malone & Elyanna
Post Malone and Elyanna are set to light up night two of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix concerts. Gear up for an unforgettable event where you can expect everything from Malone’s pop-rap anthems like ‘Sunflower’ and ‘Circles’. Joining him is Palestinian singer Elyanna. Just months after her standout support during the Coldplay concert, she is once again bringing her unique blend of Arabic pop and contemporary RnB to the Etihad Park stage.
- Date: 5th December 2025
- Location: Etihad Park
- Ticket Pricing: Prices start from AED 295
- For more ticket information, visit the Abu Dhabi GP website.
14. Yasalam After Race Concerts: Metallica
The heavy metal band that needs no introduction. Metallica set to take over Etihad Park on Saturday, December 6, as the official headliners after qualifying for the 2025 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Gearing up to deliver a wildly energetic and unforgettable show, the heavy metal giants are marking their first performance in Abu Dhabi since 2013.
- Date: 6th December 2025
- Location: Etihad Park
- Ticket Pricing: Prices start from AED 295
- For more ticket information, visit the Abu Dhabi GP website.
15. Yasalam After Race Concerts: Katy Perry
Ending the 2025 Formula 1 Grand Prix with an energetic performance by the American singer! Katy Perry is set to headline the last race day concert, bringing her signature energy to the capital once again. Following last year’s release of her seventh studio album, ‘143,’ she’ll take the stage with her band to deliver a high-voltage set packed with fan favourite hits!
- Date: 7th December 2025
- Location: Etihad Park
- Ticket Pricing: Prices start from AED 295
- For more ticket information, visit the Abu Dhabi GP website.
16. Arijit Singh
If there’s one song that screams 2025, it has to be the hit song ‘Sapphire’ by Ed Sheeran. If you’ve had this track on repeat, you’ve already heard Arijit Singh’s soulful vocals guiding Sheeran across India. Widely regarded as the ‘king of playback singing’, Singh rose to fame with ‘Tum Hi Ho’ from the 2013 film Aashiqui 2. Since then, he has performed a string of sold-out shows across the Emirates.
- Date: 19th December 2025
- Location: Etihad Arena
- Ticket Pricing: Prices start from AED 700
- For more ticket information, visit the Platinumlist website.
Sharjah Concerts & Music Festivals
17. Tanweer Festival
Following its grand debut in 2024, Tanweer Festival returns to Sharjah in 2025. Through a unique theme that elevates the experience, the festival showcases global artists who reimagine indigenous sounds for modern audiences.
This year’s edition, ‘What You Seek Is Seeking You’, features music, mindful experiences, immersive installations. That’s not all, as a standout lineup led by two-time Oscar and Grammy winner A.R. Rahman, will open the festival on November 21. Joining him are Grammy-nominated sitarist Anoushka Shankar and Tunisian-American artist Emel Mathlouthi.
- Date: 21st- 23rd November 2025
- Location: Mleiha region
- Ticket Pricing: Packages start from AED 229
- For more ticket information, visit the Tanweer Festival website
Ras Al Khaimah Concerts & Music Festivals
18. Candlelight Concerts
If you enjoy the soothing sounds of classical music, you won’t want to miss this concert. Launched in Madrid in 2019, the series has since expanded to over 150 cities worldwide. Each one-hour concert blends classical favourites with modern tributes — from Vivaldi to Coldplay — creating a uniquely warm and atmospheric experience.
- Date: 22nd November 2025 | 7 PM onwards
- Location: The Ritz-Carlton, Ras Al Khaimah, Al Hamra Beach
- Ticket Pricing: Packages start from AED 200
- For more ticket information, visit the RAK Calendar website.
