Dubai Reveals New Year’s Eve Concert Line‑up for 2026/27

Although it is only October, Dubai has already confirmed several acts for New Year’s Eve 2026/27, with further announcements expected.

Katy Perry Headlines Atlantis Gala

The pop star will perform at Atlantis, The Palm on Thursday, December 31, starting at 6 pm. Guests will enjoy Champagne, live entertainment and a dinner that includes lobster, caviar, sushi and live cooking stations. A 30‑piece band will play before Perry takes the stage, and the night will end with a large fireworks display over Atlantis, The Palm and Atlantis The Royal. Ticket prices begin at Dhs8,500 for guests aged 14 and older, Dhs6,500 for children aged 4 to 13, and free for those under three. Premium seats and private VIP suites are available. For VIP Sky Suite bookings contact @atlantisthepalm on (050) 485 8805; tickets can be booked via the provided link.

House Music at Pacha ICONS

PAWSA will take over Playa Pacha at FIVE LUXE JBR for an open‑air dancefloor on Thursday, December 31, 2026 from 7 pm. He will bring his signature grooves and tracks such as Dirty Cash (Money Talks) and DOUBLE C, with views of Ain Dubai and a full night of music to welcome 2027. VIP packages for groups of six to twelve people start at Dhs2,975. More information is available at pachaicons.com. The announcement appeared on Instagram.

Melodic Techno at Ushuaïa Dubai Harbour

Argy returns to Ushuaïa Dubai Harbour Experience on Thursday, December 31, 2026, with doors opening at 7 pm for his NEWORLD audiovisual show that blends electronic music with large‑scale visuals. Known for Aria, Tataki and Voices in My Head with Anyma, he will be joined by Chloé Caillet, Hardt Antoine and Solance for a waterfront set that leads into the 2027 countdown. Tickets start at Dhs156 and can be purchased through Platinumlist.net. The details were shared on Instagram.

Beachfront Beats with Sonny Fodera

Sonny Fodera will headline Bohemia Beach Club at FIVE Palm Jumeirah on Thursday, December 31, 2026 from 7 pm. Following a sold‑out appearance at Pacha ICONS earlier this season, he will play crowd favourites such as Somedays, delivering his house sound on the beach. Fireworks will light the Dubai skyline at midnight as the countdown to 2027 begins. A Backstage Dancing VIP package costs Dhs800 and includes eight premium drinks; three‑ and five‑drink options are also offered, with prices to be confirmed. For bookings contact @bohemiabyfive; images are supplied via Instagram. The update was posted on Instagram.

See also: guide to DJ gigs in Dubai this year.