There’s a show for every taste
A new year brings a fresh run of live music in Dubai, and 2026 is already shaping up to be a big one for gigs in the city. With international artists continuing to make Dubai a regular stop on their tour, the concert calendar is filling up quickly.
From pop and rock to hip-hop, indie and everything in between, there’s a steady stream of shows to look forward to over the months ahead. Whether you’re planning ahead or just seeing who’s coming to town next, there’s no shortage of live music to choose from.
Don’t worry about keeping track – we’ve done that for you.
To discover the best concerts and gigs in Dubai for 2026, keep reading.
The best concerts and gigs in Dubai for 2026
January
January 11: Â Anirudh Ravichander
After performing around the world, Anirudh Ravichander is heading to Dubai with his live show at Coca-Cola Arena.
Widely recognised for shaping the sound of contemporary Indian cinema, the composer has delivered some of the most-streamed tracks across Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Hindi films.
From Dhs175. Sun Jan 11 2026. Coca-Cola Arena, City Walk. ticketmaster.ae
January 23: LANY
LANY are heading back to Dubai with their Soft World Tour, taking over Coca-Cola Arena. The US indie-pop band has built a strong following with a sound that sits between indie and pop, pairing melodic hooks with introspective lyrics.
The Dubai show brings its signature style to the city as part of the ongoing tour.
From Dhs150. Sat Jan 28. Coca-Cola Arena, City Walk. ticketmaster.ae
January 24: Tom Odell
Tom Odell will take to the stage at Coca-Cola Arena on Saturday January 24, with tickets on sale now.
Best known for his global hit Another Love, which has more than three billion streams on Spotify to date, the English star will bring a setlist packed with heartfelt ballads and raw honesty to the City Walk venue.
Tickets are priced from Dhs295 and are selling fast via Live Nation Middle East and Coca-Cola Arena.
From Dhs295. Sat Jan 24. Coca-Cola Arena, City Walk. ticketmaster.ae
January 30: Air Supply
One of the most legendary names in rock music is coming to Dubai as part of a special 50th anniversary tour.
Soft rock duo Air Supply, the band behind the earworm All Out Of Love, will make a stop at the Coca-Cola Arena on Thursday January 30 2026.
The pair first formed back in 1975 when Graham Russell and Russell Hitchcock met while touring Australia as part of the popular musical Jesus Christ Superstar, and haven’t looked back since.
From Dhs299. Thu Jan 30. Coca-Cola Arena, City Walk. livenation.me
February
February 12: Train
US pop-rock band Train is heading to Dubai for a live show at Coca-Cola Arena. Best known for tracks like Hey, Soul Sister and Drops of Jupiter, the Grammy Award-winning group has built a long-running career around radio favourites and crowd singalongs.
Fans can expect a night packed with well-known songs that have been part of playlists and soundtracks for years.
From Dhs299. Thu Feb 12. Coca-Cola Arena, City Walk. ticketmaster.ae.
March
March 22: Wu-Tang Clan
Wu-Tang Clan are bringing their Wu-Tang Forever show to Dubai, taking over Coca-Cola Arena on March 22. Formed in the early ’90s, the New York collective is regarded as one of the most influential groups in hip-hop, known for its impact on the genre and distinctive style.
The Dubai date features music from across their catalogue, giving fans the chance to catch the group live in the city.
From Dhs445. Sat Mar 22. Coca-Cola Arena, City Walk. ticketmaster.ae
March 26: Big Time Rush
The stars of the smash hit Nickelodeon show Big Time Rush will bring their high-energy In Real Life Worldwide Tour to the Coca-Cola Arena in 2026.
Following sold-out tours across the USA, Mexico, South America and beyond, the group will perform in Dubai on Thursday March 26.
The band became an overnight success in 2009 when the scripted TV series first premiered. It followed the Hollywood adventures of four hockey players from Minnesota who all became boy band stars.
From Dhs250. Thu Mar 26 2026. Coca-Cola Arena, City Walk. livenation.me
March 27: Andrea Vanzo
Italian musician and composer Andrea Vanzo will perform at New Covent Garden Theatre in Mall of the Emirates on Friday March 27. Tickets are available from Dhs199 on Live Nation Middle East. Based in Bologna, Italy, Andrea Vanzo is an award-winning artist known for his evocative and cinematic sound. His music blends modern classical composition with touches of pop, creating a nostalgic and emotionally rich atmosphere.
From Dhs199. Fri Mar 27. New Covent Garden Theatre, Mall of the Emirates. livenation.me
March 27: Josh Groban
Josh Groban is bringing his Gems World Tour to Dubai, taking to the stage at Coca-Cola Arena in 2026. Known for his rich vocals and a catalogue that blends pop with classical influences, Groban has released a string of well-loved albums and soundtracks over the years.
Fans can expect a relaxed evening of familiar songs alongside highlights from his latest tour.
From Dhs399. Fri Mar 27. Coca-Cola Arena, City Walk. ticketmaster.ae.
March 28: A1 & Music Travel Love
Early-2000s pop fans are in for a nostalgic night as A1 team up with Music Travel Love for a live show in Dubai.
Best known for hits like Take On Me and Same Old Brand New You, A1 rose to fame during the boyband boom, while Music Travel Love has built a following through acoustic covers and stripped-back originals. Together, the pairing brings a mix of pop throwbacks and reworked favourites to Coca-Cola Arena.
From Dhs295. Sat Mar 28. Coca-Cola Arena, City Walk. ticketmaster.ae.
April
April 3: Eivør
Acclaimed Faroese artist Eivør will perform live at New Covent Garden Theatre, Mall of the Emirates on Friday April 3. Considered one of the most distinctive Nordic artists of her generation, she moves fluidly between folk, electronica and classical music. Hailing from the small coastal village of Syðrugøta, fans can expect tracks from her solo back catalogue plus songs composed for film, television and video games such as The Last Kingdom and God of War.
From Dhs199. Fri Apr 3. New Covent Garden Theatre, Mall of the Emirates. livenation.me
August
August 2: Def Leppard
British rock legends Def Leppard are heading to Dubai for a live show at Coca-Cola Arena. With a career spanning more than four decades, the band is behind some of the most recognisable rock tracks of the ’80s and ’90s, including Pour Some Sugar on Me and Love Bites.
The Dubai date gives fans the chance to catch the band’s classic sound live, with a setlist packed with songs that have stood the test of time.
From Dhs495. Sun Aug 2. Coca-Cola Arena, City Walk. ticketmaster.ae.
