The official events platform for Dubai has revealed an exciting lineup of activities set to take place in September. These offerings include a variety of entertainment events as well as global sporting competitions. Highlights include the Messi Experience and the first round of the Spinneys Dubai 92 Build-Up cycling challenge, alongside cultural performances, theatrical shows, and world-class concerts. There will also be captivating ballet displays and family-friendly events like “Disney on Ice: Into the Magic,” ensuring that both residents and visitors enjoy a vibrant and engaging atmosphere that caters to diverse tastes.
Sports
The Messi Experience
Date: Ongoing until December 31
Location: Dubai Festival City Mall
Details: The interactive Messi Experience at Dubai Festival City Mall celebrates the remarkable journey of Lionel Messi, the captain of the Argentine national team and a World Cup champion. Visitors can relive key moments from his life, starting from his roots in Rosario to his rise to global prominence, through a series of interactive games, engaging stories, and inspirational highlights spread across nine zones.
Dubai Sports World
Date: Ongoing until September 2
Location: Dubai World Trade Centre
Details: This summer, the Dubai World Trade Centre is hosting the 16th edition of Dubai Sports World, offering a range of popular sports activities, including football, basketball, cricket, badminton, and tennis. Events will take place in the air-conditioned Zabeel Halls 3, 4, 5, and 6, catering to various interests and skill levels.
Spinneys Dubai 92 Build-Up Cycling Challenge – Round One
Date: September 28
Location: Al Qudra Cycling Track
Details: The beloved cycling challenge returns to Dubai filled with excitement and fun, allowing cycling enthusiasts to participate in four qualifying rounds leading up to the final race, where they can test their endurance and improve their skills. Participants aged 16 and above can compete in both junior and senior categories.
Dubai Basketball Club
Date: September 30 to April 17
Location: Coca-Cola Arena
Details: The new basketball season of 2025-2026 is set to ignite enthusiasm among fans with thrilling matches. The Dubai Basketball Club will compete against top international teams from the EuroLeague and the Adriatic League, including Real Madrid, Monaco, and Partizan, representing the first professional basketball team in Dubai.
Live Entertainment Events
Costcoon Band Concert
Date: September 5
Location: Coca-Cola Arena
Details: The Costcoon Band will perform live, allowing attendees to enjoy beloved melodies from their favorite Korean dramas, featuring six prominent K-drama music stars, including Lynn and Kim Bum Soo. This concert is part of the band’s Asian tour, which spans five cities and celebrates Korean pop culture and famous dramas right in the heart of Dubai.
Vibrant Sleeping Beauty Ballet Performance
Date: September 5
Location: Jumeirah Zabeel Saray
Details: This production offers a fresh interpretation of the classic Sleeping Beauty story, blending traditional ballet with modern technical effects to create an enchanting atmosphere. A group of local dancers dressed in glow-in-the-dark costumes will dazzle the audience with their captivating performance and stunning light displays.
Haitham Yusuf Live Concert
Date: September 5
Location: Dubai Opera
Details: The renowned artist Haitham Yusuf, known as the “Prince of Love,” will host an enchanting concert, featuring romantic songs that transport the audience back to a fond era. The Iraqi-Assyrian artist will perform a selection of his most popular hits spanning 30 years, including “Masaalik” and “Ahabab Al Rouh.”
Yasas the Mentalist Live Show
Date: September 5
Location: The Junction, Alserkal Avenue
Details: This captivating show leads audiences into a world of mystery and mental illusions, blending awareness, reality, and imagination with Sri Lankan magician Yasas Gunaratne. The artist will mesmerize the audience by attempting to read their thoughts and predict the future in astonishing ways.
Hiba Tawaji and Osama Rahbani Live Concert
Date: September 6
Location: Dubai Opera
Details: Dubai Opera will host a spectacular evening featuring the talented Lebanese singer Hiba Tawaji. Joining her will be artists Simon Abiad and Eli Khayat, alongside a 100-piece orchestra, including musicians from the Kyiv Symphony Orchestra. The concert will be musically directed by Osama Rahbani and will pay homage to the legacy of the Rahbani brothers and their contributions to Arabic music through classical, national, and romantic compositions.
Barcelona Flamenco Ballet: Carmen
Date: September 6 & 7
Location: Jumeirah Zabeel Saray
Details: The renowned Barcelona Flamenco Ballet will present the masterpiece “Carmen,” combining the vibrant spirit of flamenco with the timeless music of Georges Bizet. Under the direction of choreographer David Gutierrez, this performance offers a unique experience where heartfelt emotion meets contemporary movement and impactful storytelling, bringing a fresh perspective to one of the most important musical works in a style suited to the 21st century.
A.P. Dilon Live Concert
Date: September 7
Location: Coca-Cola Arena
Details: The famous Punjabi rapper returns to Dubai to perform some of his most iconic songs in trap, hip-hop, and R&B, including his hits “Brown Munde” and “Excuse.”
Michael Forever Concert with Rodrigo Teaser
Date: September 7
Location: Dubai Opera
Details: Rodrigo Teaser will celebrate the legacy of pop legend Michael Jackson in a tribute concert, featuring performances of some of the late superstar’s most famous songs like “Billie Jean” and “Thriller.” The show is directed by Lavell Smith Jr., Jackson’s longtime companion and choreographer, ensuring stunning choreography and impressive costumes that complement Teaser’s dynamic live performance and talent in embodying the energy and uniqueness of Jackson’s legendary shows.
Sunidhi Chauhan Live Concert
Date: September 13
Location: Coca-Cola Arena
Details: This concert in Dubai presents a unique opportunity for fans of Bollywood star Sunidhi Chauhan, as she will perform a selection of her chart-topping songs, including “Sheila Ki Jawani” and “Kamli.” With a career spanning over two decades, Chauhan looks forward to captivating her audience with her mesmerizing voice and theatrical presence during this enthralling musical evening.
Dionela’s World Tour Concert
Date: September 14
Location: Coca-Cola Arena
Details: R&B star Dionela will bring his live concert to Dubai, performing popular hits such as “Marilag” and “OKSIHINA” as part of his global tour entitled “The Grace.” He will be joined by artist Jay-R, known as the King of R&B in the Philippines, allowing the audience to enjoy a high-energy musical experience.
Guy Manoukian Live Concert
Date: September 14
Location: Dubai Opera
Details: Acclaimed Lebanese-Armenian musician and pianist Guy Manoukian returns to Dubai Opera, presenting a collection of new works along with timeless classical pieces. With a prolific career and seven successful albums, Manoukian is known in the region for uniquely blending traditional melodies and distributing them musically in innovative ways that captivate audiences worldwide.
La Bohème Opera Performance
Date: September 18-20
Location: Dubai Opera
Details: Dubai Opera will host the spectacular musical work “La Bohème,” composed by Giacomo Puccini. The Hungarian National Opera Orchestra will perform this historical composition, narrating the poignant love story between Rodolfo and Mimì set in 19th-century Paris, combining beautiful vocal performances with the unique atmosphere of opera.
Disney on Ice – Into the Magic
Date: September 18-28
Location: Coca-Cola Arena
Details: The “Disney on Ice – Into the Magic” show transports audiences to a magical realm through the blending of fairy tales, musical enchantment, and dazzling skating performances. The family-friendly production features beloved characters from stories like “Beauty and the Beast,” “Moana,” “Coco,” “Frozen,” and “Tangled,” celebrating courage, love, and dreams in a family adventure.
Koko Mkmk in Big Time Show
Date: September 19
Location: Zabeel Theatre
Details: Lebanese comedian Koko Mkmk presents her famous solo show “Big Time” in Dubai. The performance invites the audience to enjoy Koko’s humor, quick wit, and innovative bold ideas, highlighting the contrasts of life experiences between French and Lebanese cultures, merging funny situations with insightful reflections.
Navratri Celebration with Falguni Pathak 2025
Date: September 20
Location: Zabeel Park Amphitheater
Details: This event celebrates the gathering of family and friends in a joyful atmosphere, where everyone adorns beautiful traditional attire. A spirited environment of dance and celebration emerges with lively dandiya movements, as Falguni Pathak takes the stage to enchant the crowd with her unique melodies.
Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony
Date: September 21
Location: Dubai Opera
Details: The Hungarian National Opera Orchestra will present an exceptional musical evening in Dubai, performing two of Beethoven’s most remarkable works, the Fifth Symphony and the Fifth Piano Concerto “Emperor,” creating a musical journey that combines musical creativity with deep emotions.
Swan Lake Ballet Performance
Date: September 25-28
Location: Dubai Opera
Details: The Hungarian National Ballet presents Tchaikovsky’s masterpiece “Swan Lake” at Dubai Opera, offering a breathtaking artistic experience filled with beauty, elegance, and emotional depth. Following a successful sold-out performance in 2023, the show returns to Dubai to mesmerize audiences with the story of Prince Siegfried and Princess Odette, who transforms into a swan.
Mid-Autumn Festival: Unforgettable Moments
Date: September 26
Location: Jumeirah Zabeel Saray
Details: This event celebrates one of the most famous Chinese festivals through a captivating 80-minute experience featuring 25 global artists. It combines traditional Chinese acrobatics with contemporary performances, including thrilling aerial jumps and stunning balance acts.
Najwa Karam Live Concert
Date: September 30
Location: Dubai Opera
Details: The “Sun of Arabic Song,” Najwa Karam, will perform live at Dubai Opera, delivering a refined evening filled with some of her hit songs such as “Ma Hada La Hada,” “Khayruni,” and “Habak Waja.”