Dubai calendar reveals an action-packed line-up of events for September and October: Sports, Live Entertainment and Family Fun

India – 16th September 2025: Dubai Calendar, the city’s official event listings platform, has unveiled an unmissable line-up of sport, music, theatre, and cultural performances taking place in September 2025 – from thrilling international sporting attractions like The Messi Experience and the first Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge Build-Up Ride, to world-class concerts, dazzling ballets, and family-friendly spectacles such as Disney On Ice: Into the Magic. With something for everyone, September promises a vibrant tapestry of experiences that residents and visitors won’t want to miss.

SPORT The Messi Experience

● Date: Until 31 December

● Location: Dubai Festival City Mall

● About: Step into the thrilling world of Lionel Messi, Argentina’s FIFA World Cup-winning captain. Relive his rise from a young talent in Rosario to football legend through interactive games, jaw-dropping moments, and unforgettable stories across nine dynamic zones.

Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge Build-Up Ride 1

● Date: 28 September

● Location: Al Qudra Cycle Track

● About: The much-loved cycling challenge returns with its first of four build-up rides leading to the big finale. Test your endurance, sharpen your skills, and enjoy the ride. Open to riders aged 16 and up, with junior and adult categories.

Dubai Basketball Club

● Date: 30 September - 17 April

● Location: Coca-Cola Arena

● About: Fans can expect thrilling matches and an electric atmosphere at the Dubai Basketball Club's 2025-2026 season. As Dubai's first professional basketball franchise, the team will be competing against top international teams from the EuroLeague and ABA League, including Real Madrid, AS Monaco, Paris Basketball, and Partizan.

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT

Falguni Pathak Navratri Utsav live

● Date: 20 September

● Location: Zabeel Park Amphitheatre

● About: Family and friends are encouraged to dress in their traditional best, bring their dandiya sticks, and prepare for a night of energetic dance and celebration as Falguni Pathak, the ‘Queen of Dandiya,’ takes the stage.

Dubai Comedy Festival: Zakir Khan

● Date: 12 October

● Location: Coca-Cola Arena

● About: Experience the wit and charm of Zakir Khan live as he brings his brand-new show to Coca-Cola Arena this October. Part of Dubai Comedy Festival, the night promises heartfelt storytelling, relatable humour, and laughter that echoes long after. With his signature punchlines and everyday quirks, Zakir will remind fans why he’s India’s comedic powerhouse. Get ready for an evening of pure fun and unforgettable laughs.

Shubh Live

● Date: 5 October

● Location: Coca-Cola Arena

● About: Experience the energy of Punjabi hip-hop as Shubh takes the Coca-Cola Arena stage for his debut Dubai performance this October. Part of his Supreme Tour, the show blends bold visuals, pulsating beats, and Shubh’s signature global hits. From viral anthems to fresh new tracks, the night promises non-stop music and electrifying vibes. Get ready for a high-octane celebration of desi hip-hop like never before.

La Bohème opera

● Date: 18-20 September

● Location: Dubai Opera

● About: Dubai Opera stages Giacomo Puccini’s timeless La Bohème, performed by the renowned Hungarian State Opera. This historic production tells the poignant love story of Rodolfo and Mimì

in 19th-century Paris, blending exquisite vocals, orchestration, and authentic stagecraft for an unforgettable operatic experience.

Disney On Ice – Into the Magic

● Date: 18-28 September

● Location: Coca-Cola Arena

● About: Disney On Ice – Into the Magic transforms Coca-Cola Arena into a dazzling world of storytelling, music, and skating. Featuring beloved characters from Beauty and the Beast, Moana, Coco, Frozen, and Tangled, it’s a heartwarming family adventure celebrating bravery, love, and dreams.

Big Time live by Coco Makmak

● Date: 19 September

● Location: Zabeel Theatre

● About: Lebanese comedian Coco Makmak brings her acclaimed one-woman show Big Time to Dubai, blending sharp wit, cultural observations, and personal stories. With fearless humour and charismatic delivery, she offers a hilarious yet thought-provoking take on French and Lebanese experiences.

Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5

● Date: 21 September

● Location: Dubai Opera

● About: The acclaimed Hungarian State Opera Orchestra will perform a one-night-only concert in Dubai featuring two of Beethoven's most celebrated works. Attendees can look forward to an unforgettable evening with Symphony No. 5 and Piano Concerto No. 5 Emperor, a journey of masterful structure and powerful emotion.

Swan Lake ballet

● Date: 25-28 September

● Location: Dubai Opera

● About: The Hungarian National Ballet is bringing Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake back to Dubai Opera for an evening of beauty, elegance, and emotional depth. Following a sold-out run in

2023, the production will once again captivate audiences with the mesmerising tale of Prince Siegfried and the Swan Princess Odette.

Mid-Autumn Festival: A Moonment to Remember

● Date: 26 September

● Location: Jumeirah Zabeel Saray

● About: Bringing to life one of China’s most beloved festivals, the spectacular 80-minute show will feature 25 world-class performers blending traditional Chinese acrobatics with contemporary flair, including high-flying hoop dives and impressive balancing acts.

Najwa Karam live

● Date: 30 September

● Location: Dubai Opera

● About: Popular Lebanese singer Najwa Karam will bring her powerful voice and soul-stirring melodies to the iconic Dubai Opera stage. Fans can look forward to an evening of elegant performances of hit songs like Ma Hada La Hada, Khayarouni, and Hobbak Waja.

Dubai Calendar allows residents and tourists to discover all the events, festivals and experiences Dubai has to offer. For more information, please visit: www.visitdubai.com/en/whats-on/dubai-events-calendar.

About the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET)

With the ultimate vision of making Dubai the world’s leading commercial centre, investment hub and tourism destination, the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) is mandated to support the Government in positioning the emirate as a major hub for global economy and tourism, and in boosting the city’s economic and tourism competitiveness indicators, in line with the goals of the Dubai Economic Agenda, D33, which aims to double the size of the emirate’s economy by 2033 and further consolidate Dubai’s position as a leading global destination for business and leisure.

Under this remit, DET is driving efforts to further enhance Dubai’s diversified, innovative service-based economy to attract top global talent, deliver a world-class business environment and accelerate productivity growth. Additionally, DET is supporting Dubai’s vision to become the world’s best city to visit, live and work in by promoting its diverse destination proposition, unique lifestyle and outstanding quality of life, overall.

DET is the principal authority for planning, supervising, developing and marketing Dubai’s business and tourism sectors. It is also responsible for licensing and classifying all types of businesses, including hotels, tour operators and travel agents. DET’s portfolio includes Dubai Economic Development Corporation (DEDC), Dubai Business Registration and Licensing Corporation (DBLC), Dubai Corporation for Consumer Protection and Fair Trade (DCCPFT), Dubai SME, Dubai Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DCTCM), Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE) and Dubai College of Tourism (DCT).

About Dubai Calendar

Dubai Calendar, the official listings platform for events in the city, is managed by Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), an entity of Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET). A free resource online and via a dedicated mobile app, Dubai Calendar is the city’s go-to guide that allows residents and tourists to discover all the events, festivals and experiences Dubai has to offer, from arts, culture and education to food, sports and shopping. With more than 1,200 events per year, and new listings added every week, Dubai Calendar is an all-access pass to ‘what’s on’ in Dubai. For more information about events taking place across Dubai, please visit: www.visitdubai.com/en/whats-on/dubai-events-calendar.