K-pop’s biggest festival is coming to Abu Dhabi: DREAM Concert debuts in the Middle East

Abu Dhabi is about to make K-pop history. On 22 November 2025, Etihad Park, Yas Island, will host the legendary DREAM Concert for its first-ever Middle East edition. This milestone event is brought to the capital by Theory Eleven Entertainment, in partnership with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi and Miral, the team behind some of Yas Island’s biggest attractions.

Launched in 1995, DREAM Concert has become the longest-running and most iconic K-pop festival in history, bringing together generations of fans and top-tier stars on one stage. With millions of attendees over three decades, the festival has built a reputation as a rite of passage for K-pop fans worldwide. Now, in its 31st edition, the show is making its long-awaited Middle East debut — cementing Abu Dhabi’s reputation as a global hub for live entertainment.

The full artist lineup will be officially revealed on 6 September 2025, promising a powerhouse roster of chart-topping acts, electrifying performances, and the signature choreography that defines K-pop. If past DREAM Concerts are anything to go by, expect back-to-back spectacles from some of the world’s most in-demand groups.

Pre-registration is already open at www.DreamConcert.ae, giving fans early access to updates and tickets.

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