Best events happening in Abu Dhabi in July 2025
July 2025 in Abu Dhabi is shaping up to be a vibrant month, filled with cultural events, live entertainment and festive cheer. The Abu Dhabi Comedy Season will return, featuring top regional and international comedians who will deliver plenty of laughs. For more information, keep on reading the monthly Abu Dhabi events blog!
ABU DHABI COMEDY SEASON 2025
The wait is finally over – Abu Dhabi Comedy Season is here! From 26th April to 12th July, Etihad Arena is hosting the second edition of this laugh-packed festival, featuring a stellar lineup including Trevor Noah, Kevin Hart, Gad Elmaleh, Michael McIntyre, Fluffy, Jo Koy, Bill Burr, Pete Davidson, Dave Chapelle and more.
After a hugely successful debut in 2024, this year’s edition promises even more variety and bigger laughs for every comedy enthusiast. It’s undoubtedly one of the stellar Abu Dhabi live performances in July 2025 that you won’t want to miss!
- Ticket Prices: Starting from AED 295
- Date: 26th April – 12th July, 2025
- Location: Etihad Arena, Yas Island
- Contact: +971-600-511-115
MUSIC AND CONCERTS
Looking for some top-tier Abu Dhabi concerts in July 2025? Etihad Arena is set to come alive this month with a stunning show by JLo!
Jennifer Lopez
Global icon Jennifer Lopez returns to Abu Dhabi with JENNIFER LOPEZ: UP ALL NIGHT LIVE IN 2025, her only Middle East stop on the tour. She will take the stage at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, on Tuesday, 29th July. Fans can look forward to a dynamic show featuring her biggest hits and signature high-energy performance.
- Ticket prices: Starting from AED 295
- Date: 29th July 2025
- Location: Etihad Arena
ART AND CULTURAL EVENTS
Want to treat your inner artist? These upcoming Abu Dhabi events in July 2025 will showcase the true essence of art and culture!
Harry Potter: The Exhibition
Harry Potter: The Exhibition brings the magic to life, celebrating iconic moments, characters, locations and creatures from the beloved film series and beyond. Visitors can explore authentic props and costumes, try their hand at Quidditch, learn to pot a Mandrake and much more in this immersive experience.
- Ticket prices: Starting from AED 115
- Date: 25th July to 14th September 2025
- Timings: Monday to Thursday, 12:00 pm – 07:30 pm | Friday, 12:00 pm – 08:30 pm | Saturday, 10:00 am – 08:30 pm | Sunday, 10:00 am – 07:30 pm | Closed on Tuesdays
- Location: Manarat Al Saadiyat
Liwa Date Festival
Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, the 21st Liwa Date Festival will run from 14th to 27th July 2025 in Liwa City, Al Dhafra Region. Organised by the Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority, the festival continues to honour one of the UAE’s most cherished cultural and agricultural traditions.
- Date: 14th to 27th July 2025
- Location: Al Dhafra
Emirati Theatre Alya’s Adventure
Looking for kids’ events in Abu Dhabi? Alya’s Adventure is a heartwarming tale that celebrates the magic of teamwork. Set in the whimsical world of Tutyum Jafyaji, Alya must master the art of cooperation to conquer strange lands and unexpected trials.
- Ticket prices: AED 30
- Date: 11th July 2025
- Timings: From 07:00 pm
- Location: Cultural Foundation
SPORTS EVENTS
Abu Dhabi Summer Sports 2025
Gear up for an exciting indoor summer at Abu Dhabi Summer Sports 2025, one of the popular ADNEC Abu Dhabi events. Covering 37,500 square metres of fully air-conditioned space, ADSS transforms the capital into a vibrant hub for sports, wellness and community fun.
- Date: 5th June to 21st August 2025
- Timings: Daily, 06:00 am – 01:00 am
- Location: Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre
Arenacross World Tour Finals
Families and fans of all ages are invited to the Arenacross World Tour Finals, presented by PKE. The event promises a high-octane spectacle featuring roaring engines, daring jumps and mind-blowing stunts. With flames, pyrotechnics and a pulse-racing soundtrack, it’s an adrenaline-fuelled experience designed for the whole family.
- Date: 5th July 2025
- Timings: Doors open at 05:30 pm
- Location: Etihad Arena
UFC Fight Night
UFC, the leading global mixed martial arts organisation, is teaming up with Abu Dhabi’s Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT) to host a UFC Fight Night on Saturday, 26th July at Etihad Arena. Fans can expect an electrifying evening of top-tier MMA as world-class fighters enter the Octagon for a thrilling showdown.
- Date: 26th July 2025
- Timings: Doors open at 03:00 pm
- Location: Etihad Arena
UAE Warriors 61 and 62
Founded in 2012, UAE Warriors has become a globally recognised MMA platform, spotlighting both local and international talent. Since its 2019 relaunch under Palms Sports, it has grown into a leading name in combat sports. UAE Warriors 61 and 62 are set to take place this July, promising more thrilling action in the UAE.
- Date: 23rd and 24th July 2025
- Location: Space42 Arena
IMMAF Youth Championship
The 2025 IMMAF Youth World Championships will be the largest youth amateur MMA event to date, uniting young athletes from around the world. Held at Al Ain Convention Centre in partnership with the UAE MMA Federation, this edition introduces Youth D (ages 10–11). Across seven days, rising talent will compete under IMMAF’s top-tier youth safety standards.
- Date: 20th to 27th July 2025
- Location: Al Ain Convention Centre (ADNEC Al Ain)
OTHER EVENTS
Here are other Abu Dhabi events in July 2025 that you can add to your calendar.
Cool Summer Nights at Bab Al Nojoum Al Mugheirah
Retreat to the forest this summer and unwind by the sea with Bab Al Nojoum Al Mugheirah’s Cool Summer Nights offer. Enjoy up to 30% off standard rates when booking directly.
Set among mangroves and peaceful trails, choose from bed and breakfast or Half-Board stays. Participate in nature-inspired activities that help you unwind and reconnect with the outdoors.
- Ticket Prices: Starting from AED 467
- Date: 1st May – 30th September 2025
- Location: Bab Al Nojoum Al Mugheirah, Al Mirfa Beach
- Contact: +971-2-895-3777
FAQS ABOUT THE BIGGEST EVENTS IN ABU DHABI FOR 2025
WHAT ARE SOME OF THE BEST THINGS TO DO IN ABU DHABI?
The best things to do in Abu Dhabi include a grand tour of the Sheikh Zayed Mosque, visiting the Louvre Abu Dhabi and watching a camel race at Al Wathba Race Track.
ARE THERE ANY UPCOMING CONCERTS IN DUBAI AND ABU DHABI?
Yes, plenty! Here’s a list of all the upcoming concerts in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
ARE THERE ANY UPCOMING EVENTS IN DUBAI?
Yes! You can enjoy several Dubai monthly events, from family entertainment to live shows. You can also enjoy these must-see live music concerts in Dubai.
Moreover, Yas Waterworld has just got even bigger – its latest expansion opened on July 1st, 2025, adding 20 new slides and increasing the total number of attractions to over 60.
In other latest news, you can now enjoy swimming in Abu Dhabi’s first-ever night beach – Marsana East Beach on Hudayriyat Island. The beach will remain open until 10:00 pm on Mondays through Thursdays and until midnight on Fridays through Sundays.
And this brings us to the end of the Abu Dhabi event calendar for July 2025.
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