Get ready to submerge yourself in a whirlwind of excitement in Dubai this May! I’ve got the scoop on all the top concerts, music festivals, events and so much more ready to make your month full of excitement. Keep reading to find out exactly what your plans will look like this May!
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Start your month with a bang at Terra Solis! On May 1, RaveDAO is bringing together top female DJs like Lilly Palmer, Pretty Pink, and NIFRA for one unforgettable night of music and tech.
When & Where: Thursday, May 1 – Terra Solis
Price: AED 150 – AED 250
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Barasti is going full Ibiza mode this May 2! Café Mambo Ibiza will bring feel-good house music and beach party energy to Dubai, with none other than Sigala behind the decks. Get ready for golden hour sets, sing-alongs, and a dance floor right by the water.
When & Where: Friday, May 2 – Barasti Beach Dubai, JBR
Price: AED 75
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Head to Dubai Opera for a hilarious night with Shawn Chidiac — the UAE’s own comedy star! Known for his clever jokes and relatable stories about life in Dubai, his show Laughing in Translation is packed with accents, cultural quirks, and endless laughs.
When & Where: Friday, May 2 – Dubai Opera
Price: AED 175 – AED 799
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Solomun is coming to FIVE Luxe JBR for a special Pacha ICONS night you don’t want to miss. His storytelling style of house music, paired with an open-air beach stage, promises a night of pure musical magic.
When & Where: Friday, May 2 – Playa Pacha Beach club
Price: AED 200 – AED 300
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I Hate Models is bringing their high-energy beats, nostalgia, and powerful vibes to Soho Garden. And don;t forget Øostil will aoso be there to add to the vibes.
When & Where: Friday, May 2 – Soho Garden Meydan
Price: Starting from AED 150
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On May 3, Rampa from Keinemusik takes over the decks at Playa Pacha. Expect a night of sickl beats and electric energy. Joining him for the night will be Benji B and Anrey for a trio of musical brilliance.
When & Where: Saturday, May 3 – Playa Pacha Beach club
Price: AED 300
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Catch Grammy-nominated comedian Nate Bargatze at Coca-Cola Arena with his Big Dumb Eyes tour. Known for his hilarious take on everyday life and dubbed “The Nicest Man in Stand-Up,” Nate will have you laughing from start to finish.
When & Where: Saturday, May 3 – Coco-Cola Arena
Price: AED 195 – AED 395
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From the jungles of Tulum to the city skyline, Zamna is landing in Dubai for the first time ever on May 9! Join an immersive night of tribal house and techno at Ushuaia Dubai Harbour, with a vibe like no other.
When & Where: Friday, May 9 – Ushuaia Dubai, Dubai Harbour
Price: AED 195 – AED 750 | VIP tables from AED 3000
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Greek techno sensation Argy is hitting the decks at Terra Solis on May 10. If you’re into melodic beats and deep, moving sets, this one’s for you. Get ready for hits like Tataki and Pantheon to take over the night.
When & Where: Saturday, May 10 – Terra Solis
Price: AED 200
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The Dutch duo ANOTR is bringing the funk to FIVE Luxe JBR with a mix of jazz, disco, and soul-infused house music. With TOMAN and BLONDi also on the lineup, this will be a groovy, non-stop dance night.
When & Where: Saturday, May 10 – Playa Pacha Beach Club
Price: AED 150 – AED 250
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Celebrate 25 years of house music greatness as Defected Records takes over Bohemia Beach Club. Featuring Sam Divine, Makèz, N-YOU-UP and CodeFace, it’s a celebration of beats, community and beachside vibes.
When & Where: Saturday, May 10 – Bohemia Beach Club, Dubai Marina
Price: From AED 100
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Get ready for a wild night! The iconic elrow party is making its return to Dubai this May. Known for its over-the-top vibes, expect massive stage setups, dazzling decorations, crazy costumes, confetti explosions, and nonstop music from some of the world’s top DJs.
When & Where: Saturday, May 17 – Jubilee Park, Expo City Dubai
Tickets to be announced soon, visit their website to stay updated
Back by popular demand! Italian electronic duo Mathame is returning to BCH:CLB at Palm Jumeirah on May 17, after their unforgettable New Year’s Eve show.
When & Where: Saturday, May 17 – BCH:CLB at Palm Jumeirah
Price: From AED 125
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BLOOMS, your time has come! Filipino P-Pop superstars BINI are heading to Dubai for the first time ever as part of their world tour. Catch them live at Coca-Cola Arena on Sunday, May 18. The all-girl powerhouse group, made up of Aiah, Colet, Maloi, Gwen, Stacey, Mikha, Jhoanna, and Sheena, will perform their viral hits like Pantropiko and Salamin, Salamin!
When & Where: Sunday, May 18 – Coco-Cola Arena
Price: AED 195 – AED 545
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It’s Shakespeare… with a twist! This globally acclaimed comedy is back in Dubai at the Zabeel Theatre from May 21 to 24. Watch three actors blitz through all 37 plays in just 97 minutes. From turning Othello into a rap battle to presenting Titus Andronicus as a cooking show, nothing is off limits in this hilariously chaotic performance. It’s witty, wild, and packed with punchlines you don’t want to miss!
When & Where: Wednesday, May 21 till Saturday, May 24 – Jumeirah Zabeel Saray
Price: AED 200 – AED 350
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KYGO is coming to town on May 30 for a massive live show at the Coca-Cola Arena. With mega-hits like It Ain’t Me (ft. Selena Gomez), Firestone, and his iconic Higher Love remix with Whitney Houston!
When & Where: Friday, May 30 – Coco-Cola Arena
Price: AED 395 – AED 695
Get your tickets here
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