Rahat Fateh Ali Khan: The legendary Pakistani singer will perform in Dubai on December 30 at the Coca-Cola Arena in a concert titled ‘Me, Myself & I (Reloaded)’. Organised by PME Entertainment, Khan is one of Pakistan’s prominent Qawwali singers and has also taken to Bollywood with hits such as ‘Man Ki Lagan’, ‘O Re Piya’, ‘Mast Mast Do Nain’ and more. “Dubai is my second home for sure and first choice for live concerts as the audience of the UAE is wonderful and one of the best listeners of music. I’m excited to showcase my new show which has never been performed before,” said Khan in a statement. Tickets range from Dh100 to Dh2,500 (before the discount) and are available at platforms including the Coca-Cola Arena website and Dubai Calendar. The show starts at 8pm and the singer is expected to perform for four hours.
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Atif Aslam live in concert: Pakistani singer Atif Aslam is returning to the UAE before 2021 is out, this time for a New Year’s Eve concert that is sure to be a hot ticket for December 31 celebrations. The singer will perform at a NYE gig at the Etihad Arena, Yas Island, marking his return to the Abu Dhabi stage after several years. Organised in collaboration with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) and Portfolio Managing Events, Aslam is no novice to the UAE stage, having recently performed at Expo 2020 Dubai as well to an enthusiastic live audience.
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Fans will be treated to some of his most popular numbers at the NYE gig, including tracks such as ‘Woh Lamhey’, ‘Dil Diyan Gallan’, ‘Tu Jaane Na’ and ‘O Saathi’. The tickets for Aslam’s concert are now on sale and available on the Eithad Arena website and Platinum List, with prices starting at Dh100. Due to current COVID-19 restrictions, guests are required to be fully vaccinated and able to present a 96-hour negative PCR test result to attend this event. Please check with venue for any changes in COVID-19 restrictions.
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Guru Randhawa live in RAK: Indian singer Guru Randhawa is all set to rock out with fans over a New Year’s Eve concert in Ras Al Khaimah that will take place against the backdrop of a massive fireworks display. The event, organised by the Ras Al Khaimah New Year’s Eve Organizing Committee, TruckersUAE and Coreme will also feature camping, a dance show, food trucks, a lounge, a gaming corner and a family and kids’ area at Al Marjan Island. Apart from Randhawa’s performance and all the activities that guests can participate in, audiences might also witness history being made with a fireworks display that will attempt to break two Guinness World Records. Tickets for the Concert Village start from Dh100 for one person and Dh170 for two people. Tickets for children from 7-14 years are Dh50 and entry for kids below 6 is free. Check-in on the camping site starts by 3pm on December 31. live in RAK: Indian singer Guru Randhawa is all set to rock out with fans over a New Year’s Eve concert in Ras Al Khaimah that will take place against the backdrop of a massive fireworks display. The event, organised by the Ras Al Khaimah New Year’s Eve Organizing Committee, TruckersUAE and Coreme will also feature camping, a dance show, food trucks, a lounge, a gaming corner and a family and kids’ area at Al Marjan Island. Apart from Randhawa’s performance and all the activities that guests can participate in, audiences might also witness history being made with a fireworks display that will attempt to break two Guinness World Records. Tickets for the Concert Village start from Dh100 for one person and Dh170 for two people. Tickets for children from 7-14 years are Dh50 and entry for kids below 6 is free. Check-in on the camping site starts by 3pm on December 31.
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Robbie Williams: UK superstar Robbie Williams is ready to rock the UAE again, this time, on NYE. The singer will perform at the December 31 Gala Dinner at Asateer Tent, Atlantis, The Palm, and is expected to belt out hits such as ‘Let Me Entertain You’, ‘Rock DJ’ and ‘Angels’. Only those attending the Gala Dinner will be able to watch Williams’ appearance, which will be followed by a firework and pyrotechnic display above The Royal Beach. Guests will also be able to witness an attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the world’s largest drinking glass pyramid, with the tower of 55,000 glasses that stands at nearly 10 meters tall going on display. Tickets to the New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner at Atlantis, The Palm are available online and start from Dh4,950 for adults and Dh2,950 for children. Children aged three and below are complimentary.
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Armin Van Buren, Dimitri Vegas and Kanika Kapoor at Expo 2020 Dubai: If you missed him at Soundstorm in Riyadh, then here’s your chance to catch him live at Expo 2020 Dubai. Yes, we are talking about DJ Armin Van Buren, who will headline 13 hours of festivities at Expo 2020 Dubai, with celebrations aligned with numerous global time zones. Expo’s site-wide New Year’s celebrations will begin at 3pm on Friday and last until 5am the following morning. Standout must-sees include DJ star Dimitri Vegas, who is set to thrill crowds at Expo’s Jubilee Park from 11.30pm in what will be an unmissable celebration for the senses, and a spectacular set at 1.30am from Van Buuren, one of the world’s biggest DJs and producers in electronic music.
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Also performing on the night is the talented Kanika Kapoor, who will bring her Bollywood music to the Expo 2020 stage with songs such as ‘Lovely’, ‘Chittiyaan Kalaaiyaan’ and ‘Baby Doll’ getting the crowds grooving. All this will be accompanied by entertainment from numerous Arab and Filipino DJs, two fireworks displays and a midnight ‘ball drop’ at Al Wasl Plaza, held against a backdrop of extensive safety measures that will ensure an unforgettable New Year’s Eve. Also, more than 70 restaurants and 120-plus food concepts, including food trucks, food halls, restaurants, bars, kiosks and never-before-seen concepts by international chefs, will also be to hand on New Year’s Eve, including the newly-opened Festival Garden in Expo’s Jubilee Park.
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Juggy D Live: International artist Juggy D will perform on New Year’s Eve at Epitome Dubai. The British Asian, who has done several crossover singles with musicians such as Madonna, Ricky Martin, Mary J. Blige and Craig David will perform at the venue, which is known to offer a vegetarian and vegan culinary experience from around the globe. Premium packages start at Dh499 from 9pm to 1am, which includes a meal indulgence and great entertainment to boot.
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Guy Manoukian, Yara and Faudel Live: If you want to skip the expensive NYE parties and bring the family in on the fun, then catch artists Guy Manoukian, Yara and Faudel as they perform live at Dubai Festival City Mall for its December 31 extravaganza. With 22 entertainment acts planned for the night, visitors will also be treated to an immersive Imagine laser and fountain show, coupled with dazzling fireworks at 9pm and again at midnight. Festivities will kick off from 6pm on the night, with open act Mario Reyes The Gypsy Man playing Latin classics, followed by Arabic-Cuban music star Hanine.
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Next up is Mohamad Samih for a fusion of modern and traditional Arabic music featuring songs of Moroccan, Khaleeji and Lebanese origin. American pop artist Boogie Breeze and international pop singer SS.HH.a.n.a will close the segment and prepare fans for the upcoming concert featuring the three headliners. To access the concert and fireworks spectacle, visitors will need to head to Dubai Festival City Mall before December 30. Shoppers who spend Dh1,000 and above will receive a VVIP wristband, Dh500 and above VIP and Dh150 and above Fan A or B — all in different colours to indicate a designated zone in proximity to the main stage. Receipts can be verified at the customer service desk.
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Najwa Karam and Nassif Zeytoum: Arab superstars Najwa Karam and Nassif Zeytoun will also perform at Dubai Festival City on NYE but will be stationed at the Festival Arena. Karam, a Lebanese multi-platinum singer known as Shams Al Ghoniyeh (The Sun of the Song), has been active in the industry since the mid ‘80s. She’s popular for her Mawwal style of singing, as well as her tendency to perform songs in her native Lebanese accent. She has sold more than 50 million albums around the world. Karam has been a judge on ‘Arab’s Got Talent’.
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Meanwhile, Syrian singer Zeytoun is best known for his song ‘Mesh Aam Tezbat Maae’. The winner of singing reality show ‘Star Academy’ in 2010 will bring his biggest hits to the Dubai stage with tickets starting from Dh390. Gates open at 8pm and COVID-19 restrictions apply.
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Hussain Al Jassmi, Balqees and Elissa: Three of the UAE’s most popular Arab stars will unite on the NYE stage on Abu Dhabi’s Al Maryah Island for a December 31 extravaganza that will culminate in a dazzling fireworks display. Artists Hussain Al Jassmi, Elissa and Balqees will perform at the South Plaza, leading up to a 10-minute spectacular fireworks show. Limited concert tickets are on sale.
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Doors open from 7pm; the celebrations will take place from 8pm to 1am. Entry to the South Plaza concert area will be exclusive for ticket holders. All attendees must be fully vaccinated (two doses) and required to show proof of a negative PCR test taken no more than 96 hours prior to the event time. Attendees must show Green Pass Al Hosn App ready to present at the venue to enter.
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Roger Sanchez at Barasti Beach: Dubai’s iconic waterside entertainment and dining hotspot Barasti Beach is all set for an exciting celebration to ring in the New Year. International DJ Roger Sanchez will be headlining the night. Grammy Award winning Sanchez will take over the decks and keep you on your toes with his house hits like ‘Hella Good’ and ‘Another Chance’ all night. The producer and remixer has played at prominent venues all over the world including Space, Cream, Pacha and Amnesia to name a few. Opt for a table on the beach or the Middle Deck where local band Sweet Chilli Jam will be belting out popular chart-topping tunes. Tickets from Dh500 per person. Event starts from 8pm.
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DJ MK and Disciples Live: Bid goodbye to 2021 at Zero Gravity Dubai. Groove to American record producer Marc Kinchen a.k.a MK’s remixes like ‘Look Right Through’ by Storm Queen, which topped the UK singles chart along with ‘Time Machine’ by Alicia Keys, Camila Cabello’s ‘Find You Again’ and Katy Perry’s ‘Daisies’. Joining him on the decks will be British production trio Nathan Vincent Duvall, Gavin Koolmon, and Luke McDermott, popularly known as Disciples with their hit tracks like ‘How Deep Is Your Love’ and ‘No Worries’ among others. Reserve a VIP table for your crew or book a solo spot that will give you access to the pool, beach and first-floor terrace from 8pm to 2am. Tickets from Dh999. From 8pm onwards.
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