From the energetic beats of KPOP to the hardline rhythms of amapiano, the UAE is consistently delivering a plethora of electrifying concerts year after year. Adhering to the diverse musical palette of 2024, residents of the UAE can look forward to a lineup of sonic-infused moments in the upcoming weeks. Spanning across genres from hip-hop to R&B and beyond, below, a handpicked selection of upcoming concerts in the UAE that warrant a spot on your calendar.
UNTOLD Festival
Feb. 15 to 18
Expo City, Dubai
UNTOLD music festival is making its debut in a few days at Expo City Dubai from Feb.15-18, with an interesting lineup. Featuring a dynamic lineup of performers including Nigerian Afrobeat/amapiano sensation Asake, Egyptian artist Afroto, as well as London’s own Ama Lou, Enny, Knucks, and Loyle Carner, alongside international stars like Freddie Gibbs, Ellie Goulding, and Bebe Rexha, the festival promises an unforgettable four-day musical odyssey. Additionally, the festival includes a roster of regional DJs to explore. Tickets are priced at AED 700 for the full experience, with single-day passes available for AED 300.
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Alicia Keys
Feb.17
Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi
15 time Grammy award winner, and all in all angelic singer and songwriter, Alicia Keys is making her way to the UAE again, and this time it’s in Abu Dhabi. The singer has been added to the roster of celebrities performing at Saadiyat Nights. Keys will be performing on Feb.17 alongside Sir Tom Jones, and American singer-songwriter and pianist John Legend as part of the Saadiyat Nights lineup. Tickets start at AED 150.
Khalid
March 8
Coca-Cola Arena, Dubai
Known for his melodic R&B sound, the Young, Dumb & Broke American singer and songwriter Khalid is set to perform in Dubai next month. Hitting the Coca-Cola stage on March 8, be sure to secure your tickets to witness the budding singer’s greatest tracks. Tickets start at AED 299.
BRED Festival
April 24 to 28
Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
Scheduled to take place from April 24 to 28, Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island will come alive with a vibrant celebration of arts, culture, and music. BRED, a neo-cultural festival powered by Hypebeast, lifted the veil on the first slate of artists set to hit the stage for its second edition, placing the bar higher than ever by inviting some of the rap industry’s most listened-to names to headline the event. This time around, BRED will present an electrifying roster of hip-hop artists, including J. Hus, Don Toliver, Offset, and more.
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Boyz II Men
April 28 2024
Coca-Cola Arena, Dubai
The most commercially successful R&B boy band of all time is coming to a stage near you this year. They redefined the popular R&B genre and continue to create timeless hits that appeal to fans across all generations.This April, get ready to be serenaded and groove to classic chart-toppers like End of the Road and One Sweet Day in a one-night only performance at Coca-Cola Arena on April 28. Tickets start at AED 199.
James Blunt
May 24
Coca-Cola Arena, Dubai
The British singer known for hits like Goodbye My Lover, Bonfire Heart, and 1973, will be performing in Dubai as part of his new album tour Who We Used To Be. Tickets start at AED 150 and are available for purchase online.
Macklemore
Oct. 4
Coca-Cola Arena, Dubai
Thrift Shop singer Mackelmore will be making his way to Dubai later this year on Oct. 4. Bringing his dynamic blend of hip-hop and pop, be ready to witness tracks like Can’t Hold Us and No Bad Days.
Kanye West
Nov. 29 and 30
Coca-Cola Arena, Dubai
The iconic rapper revealed a list of projected tour dates on his social media account with two concert dates in Dubai. According to the lineup, Ye (formerly known as Kanye West) is set to perform at the Coca-Cola Arena on Nov. 29 and 30, 2024. It’s worth noting that this isn’t an official announcement— fingers crossed!
