DUBAITO DO
EN
EnglishDeutschРусский
DUBAITO DO
EnglishDeutschРусский

Events in Abu Dhabi

All events in Dubai

88 upcoming events in the next six months, the most popular first. Among them: The Arab Icon Ramy Sabry Live in Etihad Arena, Hans Zimmer Live at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi, Fadel Chaker & Mohamed Chaker in Abu Dhabi.

Concerts, comedy, classical music, family shows and sport in Abu Dhabi over the next six months — from Etihad Arena on Yas Island to the Cultural Foundation in the city centre. Abu Dhabi is about an hour to an hour and a half by car from Dubai, so its big shows are an evening out for Dubai residents too.

See also:TodayThis weekendThis weekConcertsComedy & showsBrunchesNightlifeFamilySportExhibitionsCoca-Cola ArenaDubai OperaKRASOTAEtihad ArenaEmirates TheatreCavoToDABohemia

All 88 events by month

Going to a show in Abu Dhabi from Dubai

Getting from Dubai to Abu Dhabi

Most people drive. From Dubai to Yas Island, where Etihad Arena stands, takes about an hour to an hour and a half depending on traffic and where you start; the city centre is a little further on. Intercity buses also run between Dubai and Abu Dhabi, and on Yas Island the Yas Express and local buses serve the arena.

Check the venue’s parking and shuttle details before you set off, and plan the drive back: a show that ends at eleven puts you home after midnight.

The main venues

Etihad Arena on Yas Bay hosts the biggest concerts, comedy tours and fight nights, with room for up to 18,000. Classical concerts, recitals and theatre play at the Cultural Foundation and The Arts Center at NYU Abu Dhabi, and cricket at Zayed Cricket Stadium.

Etihad Arena: events, parking and seats ›

Tickets and age limits

Each show’s page gives its dates, venue and lowest price, and links to the ticket page. Age limits, bag rules and door times are set show by show and venue by venue — check them before you buy, especially for children.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Abu Dhabi from Dubai?

About an hour to an hour and a half by car, depending on traffic and on where you start and end. Yas Island, home of Etihad Arena, is on the Dubai side of Abu Dhabi.

Where are concerts held in Abu Dhabi?

The biggest ones at Etihad Arena on Yas Island; classical concerts and recitals at the Cultural Foundation and The Arts Center at NYU Abu Dhabi.

Can I get to events in Abu Dhabi without a car?

Yes: intercity buses connect Dubai and Abu Dhabi, and on Yas Island the Yas Express and local buses serve Etihad Arena. Taxis and ride-hailing cars make the trip too.