Janet Jackson Number Ones
What Five-time Grammy Award-winning popstar, Janet Jackson, will be opening the new season of Yas Island Show Weekends with her Number Ones: Up Close and Personal tour. And fans can thrill to some of the legend's biggest hits, including When I Think Of You, Escapade, Black Cat, Let's Wait A While and Runaway.
When October 13 at 9pm
Where Yas Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
How Tickets cost Dh265 (General), Dh365 (Grandstand) and Dh665 (Fan pit); for more info log on to www.thinkflash.ae
Bjorn Again
What ABBA fans are in for a treat as the ultimate tribute act, Bjorn Again, brings the full Swedish experience to Abu Dhabi. The show features all of ABBA's top hits including, Gimme Gimme Gimme, Dancing Queen and plenty more crowd-pleasers.
When October 7 at 7.45pm
Where ADNEC Hall, Abu Dhabi
Details Tickets cost Dh75 (Standard), Dh145 (Bronze), Dh195 (Silver), Dh220 (Gold), Dh245 (Platinum), Dh400 (VIP balcony); for more information, call 02 406 3537
Atif Aslam and Sunidhi Chauhan Live in Concert
What Pakistani rocker Atif Aslam and Bollywood singer Sunidhi Chauhan will be coming together for the first time ever to perform live in the Middle East. DJ Shadow will hit the decks first for a warm-up set.
When October 13 at 9pm
Where Dubai Tennis Stadium, Garhoud
Details Entry costs Dh125 (General), Dh250 (VIP),Dh500 (VVIP); for more info, call 04 358 7500
Sarah Geronimo
What Pop princess Sarah Geronimo is set to enthral her Dubai fans once again, with a spectacular performance. And accompanying Sarah is talented singer, Mark Bautista.
When October 14 at 4pm
Where Zabeel Park, Gates 1 and 2
Details Tickets cost Dh100 and will be available from Starlight Group, Golden Fork, Chicka, Tagpuan and other outlets; for more info, call 055 207 7658, 050 881 3677 or 050 477 7189
Sandance Music Festival
What Catch former Verve frontman, Richard Ashcroft, as he performs a special acoustic set of his solo material and Verve classics, including Lucky Man, Song For The Lovers and Love Is Noise. And with UK singer Example starting the party off, bash-goers will also enjoy performances from DJ Wire, Sandance faves Chicane, and house music legends, David Morales, Joris Voorn and Sasha.
When October 14 at 2pm
Where Sandance Beach, Atlantis, The Palm, Dubai
Details Entry costs Dh200 (regular), Dh250 (on the door) and Dh350 (VIP); for more information, call 055 2004 321
Metallica Live in Abu Dhabi
What Abu Dhabi plays host to one of the greatest heavy metal bands in the world as Metallica make their UAE debut, bringing their Death Magnetic Tour to the Yas Arena. Formed in Los Angeles in 1981 by drummer Lars Ulrich and guitarist and vocalist James Hetfield, Metallica have become one of the most influential and commercially successful heavy metal bands in the history of music, having sold over 100 million albums worldwide and played to millions of fans the world over.
When October 25 at 9pm
Where Yas Arena on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
How Tickets cost Dh295 (General admission) and Dh595 (Fan pit); for tickets visit www.thinkflash.ae or plan your weekend at www.yasisland.com.
Yanni in Concert
What Renowned for his live shows at global landmarks, including India's Taj Mahal, Greece's Acropolis and the Forbidden City in China, legendary Greek composer and pianist Yanni will perform in front of the world's tallest building, the Burj Khalifa in Downtown Dubai, for his many UAE fans.
When October 28 at 10pm
Where Burj Park, Downtown Dubai, Downtown Burj Khalifa
Details Entry costs Dh350 (Bronze), Dh550 (Silver), Dh750 (Gold), Dh1,500 (Platinum); for more info, call 04 354 4944
