All the events in Dubai in April 2025

April in Dubai offers an abundance of captivating experiences, ranging from top-tier entertainment to lively cultural festivities.

Marking the end of Ramadan, the city will feature unique events that embody the spirit of Eid Al Fitr, alongside a variety of performances, festivals, and sporting events.

Dubai Calendar April 2025

Whether you’re eager to dive into the arts, enjoy family-oriented activities, or catch exciting sports action, Dubai in April has something for everyone.

e& Beach Canteen

Date: 27 March – 13 April 2025
Location: Nessnass Beach, behind Sunset Mall
About: The e& Beach Canteen concept, Dubai’s favourite beachside dining popup brings together the most sought after gastronomy vendors in one place, alongside entertainment and lifestyle experiences.

Frozen Love

Date: 1 April 2025
Location: Coca-Cola Arena
About: Be at Coca-Cola Arena on 1 April for Frozen Love, an enchanting ice show by Ilia Averbukh. Witness a young couple’s love tested by a powerful empress, with stunning performances by Olympic champion skaters.

Max Amini live

Date: 2 April 2025
Location: Dubai Opera
About: Join Iranian-American comedy star Max Amini at Dubai Opera on 2 April for a night of fresh jokes and hilarious one-liners. With a career spanning global tours and TV appearances, don’t miss the chance to see why Jerry Seinfeld calls him one of the top comedians to watch. Doors open at 5pm.

The Snow Queen

Date: 2 April 2025
Location: Coca-Cola Arena
About: The Snow Queen is an ice show set in a winter wonderland. Led by Olympic silver medalist Ilia Averbukh, this performance features world-class skaters and brings a fresh twist to Hans Christian Andersen’s timeless tale.

Black Coffee, Parallelle and Fabrice live

Date: 3 April 2025
Location: FIVE LUXE JBR
About: Experience an unforgettable night of Afropolitan house music at FIVE LUXE hotel in Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR). DJ Black Coffee returns, joined by Dutch duo Parallelle and Fabrice, delivering captivating rhythms all night long. With a Grammy and worldwide fame, Black Coffee will spin hits from Home Brewed, Pieces of Me, and Subconsciously.

Marwan Pablo live

Date: 3 April 2025
Location: Ain Dubai Plaza
About: Catch Egyptian rap sensation Marwan Pablo at Ain Dubai Plaza, Bluewaters Island. With hits like Ghaba, El Gemeza, and Sindbad, Pablo fuses Arabic sounds with hip-hop, revolutionising Egypt’s trap music scene.

Aria live

Date: 4 April 2025
Location: Jumeirah Zabeel Saray
About: Get ready for a high-octane show as heavy metal legends Aria hit Zabeel Theatre for their first-ever performance in the city. Celebrating 40 years, they’ll rock the stage with iconic tracks like Coliseum and Battlefield.

Jalasat Moments

Date: 4 April 2025
Location: Ain Dubai Plaza

About: Head to Ain Dubai Plaza on Bluewaters Island for an evening with Dr. Abadi Al Johar, Fouad Abdulwahed and Aseel Hameem. Enjoy Al Johar’s classic hits like Awazel and Yana Yana, alongside Abdulwahed’s modern khaleeji tracks like Elaaik and Yom El Leqa, while Hameem will enchant the audience with her popular songs like Khali Makanak and Balani Zemani.

A Thousand Tales Ballet live

Date: 4-5 April
Location: Dubai Opera Auditorium
About: Book your seats for A Thousand Tales at Dubai Opera. Experience enchanting ballet with Alexey Shor’s music and Francesco Ventriglia’s choreography, bringing fairy tales like Aladdin and Cinderella to life. A magical performance for all ages.

Paw Power Challenge

Date: 5 April
Location: Expo City Dubai
About: Join the Paw Power Challenge at Expo City Dubai and race in a 2.5km-long obstacle course with your pup, then enjoy the Race Village with treats, music, and fun activities. It’s all about celebrating the bond between you and your dog.

Magic (Fairytales) of Russian Ballet

Date: 5 April 2025
Location: Jumeirah Zabeel Saray
About: Enjoy beloved tales like The Nutcracker and Sleeping Beauty, brought to life by top Russian soloists. Perfect for children and adults alike.

Stars of Russian Ballet

Date: 5 April 2025
Location: Jumeirah Zabeel Saray
About: Witness the magic of Russian ballet and enjoy on 5 April at Zabeel Theatre! Enjoy classics like Swan Lake, The Nutcracker, and Don Quixote, performed by top dancers from renowned theatres including the Bolshoi and Mariinsky. Book your tickets now!

Dubai World Cup

Date: 5 April 2025
Location: Meydan Racecourse
About: Catch the excitement of the Dubai World Cup at Meydan Racecourse. With a $30.5 million prize purse, this prestigious event is the pinnacle of the UAE horse racing season, featuring the world’s top horses in a thrilling competition.

AfroLOUD

Date: 5 April 2025
Location: Ain Dubai
About: Join the high-energy AfroLOUD festival at Ain Dubai, Bluewaters Island. Enjoy live Afrobeats and Amapiano performances, DJ sets, delicious food, and pop-up fashion brands. A day-to-night celebration you won’t want to miss.

Moein live

Date: 5 April 2025
Location: Coca-Cola Arena
About: Don’t miss Iranian singer Moein live at Coca-Cola Arena. Known as the ‘voice of love’, Moein will perform heartfelt classics like Kabeh, Havas, and Esfahan. With a career spanning decades and 26 albums, his fusion of traditional Persian music and modern pop has captivated fans worldwide.

Adriatique at Terra Solis

Date: 5 April 2025
Location: Terra Solis
About: Head to Terra Solis by Tomorrowland for an unforgettable night with Swiss DJ duo Adriatique. Enjoy their deep house and techno beats, alongside DJ Samm and Ziad Ghosn. Expect hits like Like A Dream, Miracle, and Home.

InClassica International Music Festival

Date: 6-21 April 2025
Location: Dubai Opera
About: The InClassica International Music Festival returns to Dubai Opera from 6-21 April. Enjoy performances by A-list artists like Michael Pletnev, Gautier Capucon, and Maxim Vengerov, featuring works by Beethoven, Mozart, and Tchaikovsky.

Damage live

Date: 11 April 2025
Location: The Tent at Bla Bla
About: Don’t miss British R&B group Damage live at The Tent at Bla Bla. Enjoy classic hits like Forever and Love II Love, plus new tracks from this iconic band.

Adnan Sami live

Date: 12 April 2025
Location: Coca-Cola Arena
About: Experience Adnan Sami live at Coca-Cola Arena and enjoy hits like Bhar Do Jholi Meri and Shayad Yahi To Pyar Hai in multiple languages.

Sagar Wali Qawwali ft. Sagar Bhatia

Date: 13 April 2025
Location: Coca-Cola Arena
About: Join Sagar Wali Qawwali at Coca-Cola Arena where sufi maestro Sagar Bhatia will perform hits like Kiven Mukhre Ton and Tere Jeya Hor Disda, blending traditional and modern qawwalis for a truly soulful experience.

Omar Khairat live

Date: 18 April 2025
Location: Coca-Cola Arena
About: Catch legendary pianist Omar Khairat live at Coca-Cola Arena. Experience his iconic The Night of Arresting Fatma and more.

Aedh Yousef and Oumaima Taleb

Date: 19 April 2025
Location: Coca-Cola Arena
About: Don’t miss Arab stars Ayed Yousef and Oumaima Taleb at Coca-Cola Arena as they perform hits like Ana Wenty, Hala Ya Mahmoud, and Ma Ahla Kalami in an unforgettable performance.

Amal Maher

Date: 24 April 2025
Location: Dubai Opera
About: Experience an evening of ballads with Amal Maher at Dubai Opera. Enjoy her powerful vocals with hits like Ana Baasha El Ghona and Ana Habbitak as she continues to captivate audiences worldwide.

Dubai Esports and Games Festival

Date: 25 April-11 May 2025
Location: Dubai World Trade Centre
About: The Dubai Esports and Games Festival (DEF) returns to the Dubai World Trade Centre from 25 April to 11 May with exciting events, including exclusive meet-and-greets and unreleased game previews. The Dubai GameExpo Summit (7-8 May) and the GameExpo (9-11 May) offer fun activities and expert talks for all ages.

Tango After Dark

Date: 26-27 April 2025
Location: Dubai Opera
About: Catch Tango After Dark at Dubai Opera featuring world tango champions German Cornejo and Gisela Galeassi. With ten dancers and a live band, this vibrant show will transport you to Buenos Aires.

Mind Against

Date: 26 April 2025
Location: Terra Solis Dubai
About: Get ready to party at Terra Solis with electronic duo Mind Against and enjoy their melodic house and techno hits like Walking Away and Dreamcast. Joining them are rising star Maxi Meraki and Lebanese DJ Ziad Ghosn, promising an unforgettable night of deep, rhythmic beats.

Michael Bibi live

Date: 26 April 2025
Location: Ushuaia Dubai Harbour Experience
About: Join DJ Michael Bibi at the Ushuaia Dubai Harbour Experience. With more than 25 million streams and DJ Mag’s Best Remix award, Bibi will bring his electrifying energy and chart-topping hits to the stage.

Michael Learns to Rock

Date: 27 April 2025
Location: Coca-Cola Arena
About: Danish trio Michael Learns To Rock will take to the stage at the Coca-Cola Arena for the very first time and perform hits like Sleeping Child and Take Me To Your Heart.

Celeste Barber

Date: 29 April 2025
Location: Dubai Opera
About: Join Celeste Barber at Dubai Opera for her comedy show Backup Dancer. The Australian comedian brings her hilarious takes on everyday scenarios and celebrity culture to the stage. Don’t miss the ‘Queen of Comedy’ live.

Blue Note – Celebrating Jazz Day

Date: 30 April
Location: Dubai Opera
About: Celebrate International Jazz Day at Dubai Opera with a tribute to 85 years of Blue Note Records. Led by Peter Long, enjoy timeless jazz classics like So What and All Blues in this special tribute.

Polo Masters Cup

Date: 1-5 April 2025
Location: Al Habtoor Polo Resort and Club
About: Enjoy top polo action, world-class competition, and stunning fashion at the Polo Masters Cup. Seating options at the Al Habtoor Polo Resort and Club range from lawn picnics to fine dining.

BKFC Dubai

Date: 4-5 April 2025
Location: Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium
About: Get ready for an explosive fight night as the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC) makes its debut in Dubai. Taking place at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium, fans can watch 44 elite fighters from more than 20 countries in 11 intense showdowns. With legends like Conor McGregor in attendance, don’t miss the action. Note: Under 21s must be accompanied by an adult.

Dubai Basketball vs. KK Zadar

Date: 6 April 2025
Location: Coca-Cola Arena
About: Don’t miss a thrilling clash as Dubai Basketball faces KK Zadar in the ABA League at Coca-Cola Arena. Watch Dubai’s first international sports franchise take on Croatia’s powerhouse, with top players like Karlo Zganec and Dominic Gilbert.

Mina Cup

Date: 9-14 April 2025
Location: JA Sports Centre
About: The Mina Cup is back at JA Sports Centre and football fans can watch top junior teams like Newcastle United FC, Norwich City FC, and Atlas FC, face off against UAE teams like Barca Dubai and La Liga in an exciting competition.

Spartan Race The Arena

Date: 19 April 2025
Location: Bab Al Shams
About: Spartan Race Middle East has launched its latest adrenaline-packed edition, From Dawn Til’ Dusk, taking place at The Arena, Bab Al Shams. Challenge yourself with 5km and 10km races, plus a kids’ race, and enjoy live entertainment, food, and more in a festival atmosphere.

World Pro Arab Boxing Championship

Date: 30 April 2025
Location: Coca-Cola Arena
About: Catch the first-ever World Pro Arab Boxing Championship at Coca-Cola Arena. Watch 12 exciting bouts with top champions including Djany Fiorenti and Jeremy Monteiro.

World Art Dubai

Date: 17-20 April 2025
Location: Dubai World Trade Centre
About: At World Art Dubai visitors can explore more than 4,000 artworks from 300 international galleries, with prices starting at AED367 ($100). A perfect event for collectors and first-time buyers.

Art Dubai

Date: 18-20 April 2025
Location: Madinat Jumeirah
About: Don’t miss Art Dubai 2025 and see works from modern masters and emerging artists from across the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa. Highlights include the Bawwaba platform and the return of Art Dubai Digital, showcasing the best in digital culture.

Dubai Calendar allows residents and tourists to discover all the events, festivals and experiences Dubai has to offer.

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