From the inaugural Frieze Abu Dhabi and the vibrant NOMAD Abu Dhabi to the thrill of the Formula 1 ® Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix and the iconic Liwa International Festival, Abu Dhabi unveils an electrifying and diverse events calendar.
ABU DHABI, UAE, Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Abu Dhabi's events season is officially underway showcasing more than 40 world-class spectacles that will captivate audiences across the emirate through early 2027.
Experience Abu Dhabi presents one of its most dynamic and exhilarating entertainment and cultural line up to date. Headline events include the Yasalam After-Race Concerts featuring acts like Lewis Capaldi and Alex Warren alongside performances throughout 2026 by Anyma, Tamer Hosny and Tamer Ashour. These experiences complement major global highlights, including Formula 1® Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix and Frieze Abu Dhabi.
Expect a range of events across culture, sport, music, family entertainment and lifestyle experiences, promising unforgettable moments for all. This season also highlights renowned global events, including Culture Summit Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Showdown Week and UFC alongside major new cultural experiences, including the opening of Guggenheim Abu Dhabi and Public Art Abu Dhabi Biennial, marking an exciting new chapter for the emirate's cultural landscape.
Here's a look at what's on:
Culture: Art, Heritage and Immersive Experiences
Abu Dhabi's cultural programme brings together the emirate's rich heritage and world-class cultural institutions, with landmark exhibitions, immersive experiences, and programmes that invite audiences to discover, engage and connect with culture in new ways.
Unmissable Art and Culture
Vibrant Cultural Festivals and World-class Fairs
Compelling Milestones and Celebrations on the Calendar
Entertainment: Music, Sport & Big-ticket Experiences
From chart-topping performances to world-class sporting action, Abu Dhabi's entertainment line-up brings major names and events to the emirate, creating memorable experiences across some of its iconic venues.
Thrilling Headline Events
Events for the Super Fans
Fun, Fashion and Laughter
With more than 40 events spanning culture and entertainment from now through early 2027, Abu Dhabi's calendar offers a diverse programme experiences for residents and visitors to discover and enjoy.
For more information on events, dates, and tickets: visitabudhabi.ae/en/events
About the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi:
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) drives the sustainable growth of Abu Dhabi's culture and tourism sectors and its creative industries, fuelling economic progress and helping to achieve Abu Dhabi's wider global ambitions.
By working in partnership with the organisations that define the emirate's position as a leading international destination, DCT Abu Dhabi strives to unite the ecosystem around a shared vision of the emirate's potential, coordinate effort and investment, deliver innovative solutions, and use the best tools, policies and systems to support the culture and tourism industries.
DCT Abu Dhabi's vision is defined by the emirate's people, heritage and landscape. We work to enhance Abu Dhabi's status as a place of authenticity, innovation, and unparalleled experiences, represented by its living traditions of hospitality, pioneering initiatives and creative thought.
For more information about the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi and the destination, please visit: dct.gov.ae and visitabudhabi.ae.
