From Egyptian Pop Stars to Bollywood Icons: The UAE’s Live Calendar Is Packed.
The UAE’s live music calendar is heating up this August and September, with a diverse lineup spanning Egyptian pop, Bollywood nostalgia, Punjabi beats and stand-up comedy. In Abu Dhabi, Ruby, Mahmoud El Esseily and Pousi come together for a night celebrating Egyptian favourites, while Sonu Nigam brings his global Revolution Tour to the capital. Over in Dubai, Jasmine Sandlas takes the stage at Coca-Cola Arena with her Dream Girl Tour, while comedian Mina Nader heads to Dubai Opera for an evening of audience-driven humour. Here’s your guide to five acts to know — and book before tickets sell out.
- Ruby, Mahmoud El Esseily and Pousi in Abu Dhabi
Three of Egypt’s most recognisable voices will share the stage at Etihad Arena on August 28, bringing together a night of pop, romantic ballads and shaabi sounds. Ruby will headline with dancefloor favourites including Hetta Tanya, Leh Beydary Keda, Enta Aref Leeh and Alby Plastic, while Mahmoud El Esseily will move between upbeat hits and more emotional numbers such as Helm Baeed, Doum Doum, Ya Nas and Fi Heta Tania. Pousi rounds out the lineup with her distinctive shaabi style, performing tracks including Ah Ya Donia, Oyouno Hatdamaa, We Nensa Ele Kan, Zayyo Tani and El Selk Lames. Together, the trio offers a snapshot of Egypt’s diverse music scene, moving from crowd-pleasing pop and heartfelt ballads to street-inspired rhythms.
Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi
Friday, August 28
Doors: 19:30 | Start: 21:00
Tickets from: Dh125
- The Revolution Tour: Sonu Nigam in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi will host the launch of Sonu Nigam’s global Revolution Tour on August 21, with the worldwide run kicking off at Etihad Arena. Presented by Blu Blood Entertainment, the concert marks the beginning of a tour celebrating the Padma Shri-winning singer’s three-decade career and an extensive catalogue of Bollywood favourites. For fans who have grown up with Nigam’s music, the Abu Dhabi show offers a chance to experience some of his most enduring songs live as the tour begins its international journey.
Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi
Friday, August 21
Doors: 19:30 | Start: 21:00
Tickets from: Dh150
- Jasmine Sandlas Live at Coca-Cola Arena, Dubai
Coca-Cola Arena welcomes one of Punjabi music’s most celebrated voices on September 13, as Jasmine Sandlas brings The Dream Girl Tour to Dubai, presented by Pantheon Presents. Known for her fearless stage presence and chart-topping hits, Sandlas has built a devoted global following over the years, and fans can expect the same high-energy performance she’s become known for. The evening will also celebrate her loyal “Gulabi” fanbase, a community that has followed her music from the beginning.
Coca-Cola Arena, Dubai
Sunday, September 13, 2026
Start: 20:00
Tickets from: Dh149
- Ahmed Saad & Disco Misr Live at Space42 Arena, Abu Dhabi
Space42 Arena brings together two distinct strands of Egyptian music on September 19, with soulful hitmaker Ahmed Saad sharing the stage with genre-blending electronic trio Disco Misr. Saad will draw from his emotionally charged catalogue, including Mekassarat, El Youm El Helw Dah, Aleky Eyoun, El Melouk, Kol Youm, Ya Bakhto, Resala, Basra and 100 Hesab. Disco Misr, meanwhile, will bring its signature mix of Arabic classics, funk, disco and modern electronic sounds, with tracks such as Ahla Wahda featuring Aziz Maraka, Fe Eineh, El Donia Risha F Hawa and Moshakes featuring Ahmed Basyoni. Expect a night that moves seamlessly from powerful vocals and heartfelt anthems to upbeat, dancefloor-ready grooves.
Space42 Arena, Abu Dhabi
Saturday, September 19, 2026
Doors: 19:30 | Start: 21:00
Tickets from: Dh150
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- Mina Nader at Dubai Opera
Egyptian comedian Mina Nader brings his crowd-driven brand of stand-up to Dubai Opera on September 5, presented by Prime Partners Event Management. Rather than following a traditional scripted routine, Nader builds his shows around audience interaction, spontaneous exchanges and real-life storytelling, allowing the comedy to unfold differently each night. With more than 16 years in comedy and over 500 sold-out shows across the Middle East, Europe and Canada, he has established himself as one of the leading names in Arabic stand-up. Whether you’re seeing him for the first time or returning for more, expect an unpredictable evening where the audience plays a key role in shaping the show.
Dubai Opera, Dubai
Saturday, September 5, 2026
Tickets from: Dh195
