Celebrities who will be performing in the UAE in 2023. EXPAT MEDIA/ARCHIVE

With 2023 just around the corner, we’ve rounded up the best concerts that you absolutely shouldn’t miss.

KZ Live in Dubai

Superstar singer and rapper KZ Tandigan returns to Dubai on January 7 for another explosive concert at the Dubai World Trade Center. KZ, dubbed Asia’s Soul Supreme, will be joined by Emirati pop star Alira, TJ Monterde and Sam Mangubat. Tickets start at Dh85 on Platinumlist.

Imagine Dragons

American pop rock band Imagine Dragons are coming to Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Arena to belt out some of their most popular songs as part of their Mercury Tour on January 26. Tickets start at Dh250 on etihadarena.ae.

Sting

The legendary Sting will be performing live at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi on January 27 for an epic show. Tickets start at Dh395 on ticketmaster.ae and etihadarena.ae.

Blackpink

Blackpink are taking their world tour to the UAE with a concert in Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Park on January 28. Expect the South Korean sensations to stage a concert to remember. Tickets start at Dh350 via Etihad Park (02 496 8000).

Kevin Hart

America’s all-around funny guy Kevin Hart might as well be part of this lineup with his mix of comedy and everything in between at his Reality Check Tour at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi on February 22. Tickets are available on etihadarena.ae and livenation.me

Ultra Music Festival

On March 4 and 5, the Ultra Music Festival will hit Abu Dhabi, the first time that the event is hosted in the Middle East. Expect the best underground acts to take the stage at Etihad Park. Tickets via Ultra Abu Dhabi.

Lewis Capaldi

After postponing his concert in 2022, singer-songwriter Lewis Capaldi will be taking the stage on October 7 at the Coca Cola Arena in Dubai.

Mother of the Nation Festival

Mother of the Nation returns to Abu Dhabi’s Corniche in December with plenty of live entertainment. Full details of the 2023 festival have yet to be announced, so watch this space.

Dubai Rugby 7s

The sporting festival of the year will also feature great music acts and bigger entertainment in 2023, so definitely mark your calendar as early as now. The event will run from December 1 to 4 and tickets are available at dubairugby7s.com/tickets. ICA/Expat Media
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