12 New Year's Eve Concerts in UAE: From Bollywood stars to big bands

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Kiss live at Atlantis The Palm: The legendary US rock band, known for hits such as ‘Rock And Roll All Nite’ and ‘I Was Made For Lovin’ You’, will play what’s reportedly going be their “biggest concert ever” at Atlantis, The Palm on New Year’s Eve. The concert will be live-streamed in countries such as Japan, Mexico and the US. From 8pm-late, UAE residents can purchase a table on the Royal Pool deck from Dh2,500 per person, which includes free flowing bubbly, premium drinks as well as bites. A pre-show from 9pm will kick off the night, as well as the Kiss show of the band’s storied career. From midnight, revelers can enjoy front row seats to Atlantis, The Palm’s firework display as well as a record-breaking pyrotechnic show. Following the event, guests can enjoy a live DJ set from 1am or attend a seated after party in Nobu or Wavehouse from 12.15am- late. The event will be streamed live online from 9pm and streaming packages start from $39.99. Image Credit: AP

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Nora Fatehi, Maneish Paul Live in Palazzo Versace: Brace yourselves for a night of Bollywood glitz and glamour as actress Nora Fatehi heads to Dubai, along with actor-presenter Maneish Paul. The duo will be live at the Palazzo Versace for a New Year Eve’s part for a meet and greet, with local talent Ali Quli Mirza also on the roster. Fatehi was last seen in the hit film, ‘Street Dancer 3D’ with Varun Dhawan and Shraddha Kapoor. Tickets are priced from Dh2,100. Doors open at 7.30pm. Image Credit: Instagram/@norafatehi

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Wael Kfoury (pictured) and Mouhamad Khairy Live at Festival Arena, Dubai Festival City: Wael Kfoury, known as ‘The King of Romance’ in Arabic musical circles, will wow audiences at the Festival Arena by InterContinental Dubai Festival City on New Year’s Eve. This unique musical event will see him join forces with Syrian artist Mouhamad Khairy for an unforgettable night. You’ll be treated to Kfoury’s catalogue with over 25 years of hits like ‘Ana Rayeh’ and tunes from his famed album, ‘Shobbakk Elhobb’. Doors open at 8.30pm. Tickets from Dh400. Image Credit: GN Archives

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Nassif Zeytoun at Dubai World Trade Centre: Fans of Nassif Zeytoun can welcome 2021 while being surrounded by his music at a special concert on New Year’s Eve. The Syrian superstar singer, nicknamed Abou Elias, will be lighting up the stage with his trademark hits. The charismatic Star Academy Arab World winner, who is known for his number-one tracks like ‘Bi Rabbek’ and ‘Mesh Aam Tezbat Maae’, might also treat audiences with his oud and piano playing prowess. Tickets from Dh400. Image Credit: Supplied

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DJ Said Mrad at Dubai Opera: Arabic electronic house pioneer DJ Said Mrad will be joining DJ Saif & Sound and Carrie Gibson’s Nuvo Soul band at the iconic Downtown Dubai venue to usher in the New Year. Throughout the night, the celebrations will be kept in full swing as DJ Saif & Sound and Carrie Gibson’s Nuvo Soul Band will also entertain guests. While you are being entertained by the live musical acts all night long, you’ll also be treated to fine dining with pass-around plates of starters, mains and sweets, along with unlimited beverages. Tickets from Dh3,100. Image Credit: Supplied

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Aya Nakamura at White Beach Atlantis The Palm: Best known for the number one hit single and global smash, ‘Djadja’, Aya Nakamura will be flexing her melodic muscle at White Beach. As France’s most streamed female artist for 2019, Nakamura’s album gained more than 1.5 billion streams and 2 billion views to date. Known for breaking taboos, Rihanna and Madonna have both praised the French singer for her songs. Packages start from Dh1,500 per person and the event kicks off from 8pm. Strictly 21+. Views of the fireworks and pyrotechnics as they light up the city’s skyline. Image Credit: Supplied

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Hussain Al Jassmi and Angham at Khorfakkan Amphitheatre: Get into the groove this New Year’s Eve as Emirati singing sensation Hussain Al Jassmi is all set to perform at the newly opened Khorfakkan Amphitheatre in Sharjah. Joining him on the stage will be Egyptian singer Angham. The duo will also be putting on a double act featuring their most popular hits. Al Jassmi, who recently performed at the opening ceremony of the Dubai Shopping Festival, will perform his biggest hits, including the chart topper ‘Sittah Al Sobh’, along with ‘Bel Bont el Areed’, ‘Ra’ak Allah’ and ‘Mohem Jeddan’. Angham’s playlist will include the immensely popular ‘Shantet Safar’, ‘Ya Reitak Fahimni’, ‘Sede Wesalak’, and more. Tickets are now on sale and start at Dh75. Image Credit: Supplied

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Majid Al Mohandis and Balqees at Al Hamra International Exhibition and Convention Center: Arab stars Majid Al Mohandis and Balqees will perform live in Ras Al Khaimah on New Year’s Eve. The seated event comes with dinner drinks alcohol is included in the ticket price for VIP and Platinum categories. Tickets start from Dh2,625. Happening at Al Hamra International Exhibition and Convention Center in Ras Al Khaimah. Doors open at 8 pm. Image Credit: Supplied

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A glamorous New Year celebration awaits with a live concert by Russian singing sensation Lolita Milyavskaya at Burj Al Arab. Step into the New Year with a gala dinner while enjoying live music. Before the clock strikes midnight, the party will move to a 360-degree view terrace, where guests can witness a panoramic view of the fireworks displays around the city. Image Credit: Supplied

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There will be no better way to ring in the New Year than with the masters of electronic music, DJ duo Adriatique (pictured) and Manchester-based music duo Solardo. Enjoy an unmissable performance at Soho Garden and feast on an appetising four-course dinner whipped up by the venue’s chefs with views of the Burj Khalifa fireworks at midnight. Image Credit: Instagram.com/adriatique/

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Ensure a great start to the year at Zero Gravity with DJ and producer Joel Corry as he lays down the soundtrack to the New Year. An all-inclusive sit-down dinner awaits at the star-lit beachside venue, floating above the water on a purpose-built deck, while Corry plays upbeat melodies from the poolside stage. Image Credit: Instagram.com/joelcorry/

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Feel the Winter Vibes at Gate Avenue’s Jazz Garden, an al fresco concert experience running through the cooler season. The series carries on into its fourth weekend with a splendid New Year's Eve and Day performance by Monique Thomas. A singer of many incredible talents, she has mastered a trademark blend of jazz, soul, gospel and pop to have you enjoy every moment and every beat. Image Credit: Visit Dubai

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