If you thought Dubai’s concert calendar was slowing down for summer, think again. From R&B royalty and Y2K icons to rising alt-Arab stars and chart-topping rappers, the city’s stages are heating up with an eclectic lineup that’ll carry us straight through to the end of the year. Whether you’re craving nostalgia, new sounds, or a full-blown arena experience, here are the upcoming concerts in Dubai to grab tickets for before they sell out.
Mary J. Blige
When: June 24
Where: Coca-Cola Arena
Price: From 295 AED to 595 AED
The Queen of Hip-Hop Soul is gracing Dubai with her presence for one night only. Expect powerhouse vocals, iconic hits, and the kind of emotional release only Mary can deliver.
Tul8te
Where: July 4
When: The World Trade Center
Price: 110 AED
Catch one of the region’s buzziest underground acts before they blow up. Tul8te is bringing their genre-defying sound and infectious energy to the city just in time for summer as part of Beat the Heat DXB Season 4.
Natalie Imbruglia
When: August 23
Where: Dubai Opera
Price: From 295 AED
The Torn singer is returning to Dubai in August for one night only to perform her award-winning chart-topping hits at the Dubai Opera.
Lil Baby
When: October 18
Where: Coca-Cola Arena
Price: From 299 AED to 599 AED
The Atlanta rapper’s WHAM World Tour stops at Coca-Cola Arena for a high-octane performance loaded with hits, charisma, and that unmistakable Southern swagger.
Elissa
When: November 3
Where: Dubai Opera
Price: From 295 AED
A staple of the Arab pop scene, Elissa is bringing her powerful voice and beloved ballads to Dubai for an emotional night of nostalgia and new tracks.
Franz Ferdinand
When: December 13
Where: Coca-Cola Arena
Price: Tickets start at 307 AED
The indie rock legends close out the year with a show that promises dancing, yelling, and all the infectious chaos of their early-2000s glory days.
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