Tarkan, Live at Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi is a highly anticipated concert by Turkish pop music megastar Tarkan, taking place on Friday, 17 April 2026 at Etihad Arena on Yas Island . Known as one of the most influential and successful artists in Turkish pop history, Tarkan has built a global fanbase with his powerful vocals, charismatic stage presence and a catalogue of hits that span decades. This concert marks a rare and exciting opportunity for fans in the UAE and wider reg

Russell Peters, Live at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi is a one-night-only stand-up comedy performance by the globally acclaimed Canadian comic on Sunday, 25 October 2026 at Etihad Arena, Yas Island . This show brings one of the world’s most recognisable humourists back to the UAE capital, promising an evening full of razor-sharp wit, cultural observations and spontaneous audience interaction that has made Peters a favourite with comedy fans everywhere. Russell Peters has built

Zara Larsson & Lewis Capaldi Upgrade in Abu Dhabi on 3 December 2026 is set to kick off the After-Race Concerts for the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2026 weekend. Taking place on Thursday night at Etihad Park on Yas Island , this show marks the start of the race week entertainment and brings two massive international artists to the UAE stage. Fans can expect Zara Larsson to bring her signature high-energy pop sound, packed with big vocals and feel-good ant

Cirque du Soleil’s Corteo is set to arrive at Etihad Arena on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi , bringing one of the company’s most iconic and emotionally rich productions to the UAE. Running from 12 to 21 June 2026 , Corteo is a visually stunning theatrical circus experience that blends breathtaking acrobatics, live music, comedy, and dreamlike storytelling into a show that feels both magical and deeply human. Originally created in 2005, Corteo has become one of Cirque du Soleil’s mos

The DP World Tour Championship, Dubai 2026 will return to Jumeirah Golf Estates from 12 to 15 November 2026 , bringing the season-ending finale of the DP World Tour back to the UAE for one of the most prestigious events on the global golf calendar. Held on the iconic Earth Course , the tournament features the top players from the Race to Dubai rankings as they compete for the final title of the season and one of the largest prize funds in professional golf. As the climax of

Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory arrives in Abu Dhabi from 28 August to 6 September at Etihad Arena, bringing a dazzling Broadway musical experience for audiences of all ages. The beloved story follows young Charlie Bucket on his magical golden-ticket journey into Willy Wonka’s extraordinary chocolate factory, filled with chocolate rivers, mischievous Oompa-Loompas, and larger-than-life fantasy. Featuring spectacular special effects, cutting-edge hologauze 3D te

OFFLIMITS Music Festival returns to Abu Dhabi in 2026 as one of the Middle East’s largest and most anticipated open-format music festivals. Following a hugely successful debut in 2025, the festival is set to take over Etihad Park, Yas Island , on Saturday, April 4, 2026 , delivering another high-energy, genre-blending experience. Headlining the 2026 edition is global superstar Shakira , bringing her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour to the UAE. Known for its bold programmi

The WSL Surf Abu Dhabi Pro 2026 is a highlight stop on the World Surf League (WSL) Championship Tour , bringing elite professional surfing to Hudayriyat Island in Abu Dhabi from 14–18 October 2026 . It marks a major moment in the global surfing calendar, with top male and female athletes competing for world-tour points and showcasing cutting-edge skill on world-class waves. Set against the backdrop of Abu Dhabi’s desert and skyline, the event takes place at the state-of-the

Sunburn Festival is set to make its first international appearance in Abu Dhabi in December 2026 , marking a historic expansion of Asia’s largest electronic dance music (EDM) brand into the Middle East. Known as one of the world’s top EDM festivals and ranked among the best globally, Sunburn has built its reputation over nearly two decades by hosting major artists and delivering high-energy, large-scale productions in India. The Abu Dhabi edition will bring Sunburn’s signatur