Are you looking for exciting upcoming events in Dubai? The Dubai September event calendar has something for everyone, from food festivals to amazing comedy shows. Let’s take a look at the best Dubai events in September 2023.
DUBAI EVENTS: PLAYS, SHOWS AND CONCERTS IN SEPTEMBER 2023
Asha Bhosle Live
Asha Bhosle will perform her superhit chart-topping songs at the CocaCola Arena from a career spanning more than eight fabulous decades as part of her birthday celebration.
Numerous well-known celebrities will attend the birthday celebrations and parties in the arena to honour and show gratitude to the iconic performer. The adored singer has performed for her admirers numerous times and is the voice of the most well-known Bollywood films.
- Ticket cost per person: From AED 290
- Date: 8th September 2023
- Location: Coca Cola Arena
- Timings: From 07:30 pm
SAUDI NATIONAL DAY CONCERT
Experience a night of musical splendour as Eida Al Menhali, Fouad Abdelwahed, and Aseel Hameem perform on the renowned stage of the Coca Cola Arena in Dubai. These performers will provide a fantastic evening of melodies, emotions, and cultural diversity with their distinctive approaches and fascinating performances. Join us for a unique live performance that cuts over boundaries and genres and is sure to appeal to music fans of all backgrounds.
- Ticket cost per person: From AED 195
- Date: 22nd September 2023
- Location: Coca Cola Arena
- Timings: From 09:00 pm
SIIMA 2023 (South Indian International Movie Awards)
The prestigious SIIMA (South Indian International Movie Awards) honours the South Indian film industry’s outstanding accomplishments. Talented filmmakers, business leaders and fervent movie fans will travel for the event at Dubai World Trade Centre.
The 11th edition of SIIMA strives to increase its stature and renown on a global scale. Its among the anticipated Dubai World Trade Centre events. With 2 billion admirers worldwide, SIIMA stands out as one of the most-watched award events in South India.
The celebration of the best films from the Kannada, Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam cinema industry promises to be unmatched.
- Tickets: From AED 115
- Dates: 15th September 2023
- Location: Trade Center Arena, Dubai World Trade Centre
- Timings: 05:30 pm
KAPIL SHARMA LIVE
Spend a hilarious and entertaining evening at Coca Cola Arena as the legendary Kapil Sharma takes the stage. Kapil Sharma promises to leave the audience in splits with his amazing timing and humorous tales, making it an unforgettable experience for fans of all ages.
Prepare to be enthralled by his wit, charisma, and hilarious brilliance as he performs in his distinctive style.
- Ticket cost per person: From AED 150
- Date: 24th September 2023
- Location: Coca Cola Arena
- Timings: 08:00 pm
SWAN LAKE
Swan Lake, the critically renowned production by the Hungarian National Ballet, will wow audiences at Dubai Opera from September 8th to September 10th, 2023.
Most people probably enjoy the first ballet that Tchaikovsky composed the most. One of the most endearing Russian romantic fairy tales is about the struggles of a prince forced into marriage and a maiden transformed into a swan.
- Ticket cost per person: From AED 300
- Date: 8th, 9th and 10th September 2023
- Location: Dubai Opera
- Timings: Vary
Madama Butterfly
The Hungarian State Opera will play Puccini’s timeless tragedy Madama Butterfly at Dubai Opera on September 12 and 13, 2023.
On September 12, take in the world premiere of Madama Butterfly, an amazing evening of beauty and grace where elegance meets artistry. It’s one of the sought-after events in September 2023.
- Ticket cost per person: From AED 375
- Date: 12th and 13th September 2023
- Location: Dubai Opera
- Timings: From 07:30 pm
DUBAI EVENTS IN SEPTEMBER 2023 – COMEDY
Vir Das
At the Dubai Opera, Live Nation is presenting Indian comedian Vir Das. On September 28, the renowned Indian comedian Vir Das will light up the Dubai Opera stage with his fine humour.
This act will amuse fans with brand-new gags and is brimming with Das’ endearing personality and trademark sense of humour. His performances in Bollywood blockbusters and popular Netflix specials like Abroad Understanding and Losing It have dazzled worldwide audiences.
- Ticket cost per person: From AED 150
- Date: 28th September 2023
- Location: Dubai Opera
- Timings: From 07:00 pm and 09:30 pm
Funny Filipinos Dubai feat. Alex Calleja, Andrew Orolfo and Imah Dumagay in Dubai
Come join us for a special evening of hilarious comedy with an incredible trio of Filipino comics as Imah Dumagay, Alex Calleja, and Andrew Orolfo enter the stage and prepare for an evening full of laughs.
Imah Dumagay, also known as Fatimah Dumagay, is a multi-talented, award-winning comic. Audiences are enthralled by Alex Calleja’s wit and charm and by Andrew Orolfo’s quick wit and relevant anecdotes. This is a chance that you won’t want to pass up. Buy tickets immediately for an incredible evening of belly-laughing humour and unmatched entertainment.
- Ticket cost per person: From AED 100
- Date: 10th September 2023
- Location: Radisson RED Hotel Dubai Silicon Oasis
- Timings: From 07:00 pm
Ian Bagg’s Scorching Stand-Up Comedy with Openers Abbas Al-Lawati and Saaniya Abbas in Dubai
As internationally travelling comic Ian Bagg enters the stage, get ready for an evening of nonstop hilarity. Ian is renowned for his comical mastery, which has won him praise from critics all around the world.
He embarked on his mission to rule the comedy world by embracing his innate ability to make people laugh. He has performed on prestigious programmes, including “The Tonight Show” and “Late Night with Conan O’Brien” and is a finalist on NBC’s “Last Comic Standing.”
Abbas Al-Lawati, the creator of Humor Infection and an Oman-born comic, will be performing alongside Ian Bagg.
- Ticket cost per person: From AED 100
- Date: 23rd September 2023
- Location: Theatre by QE2
- Timings: From 07:00 pm
Aakash Gupta Live
After touring Europe and the UK, Aakash Gupta returns with a brand-new stand-up solo act. His new show will make you laugh out loud and is prepared to light up the stage.
One of the finest comedians of his generation, Aakash Gupta, is a winner of Amazon Prime Comicstaan Season 2 and has found success both online and on stage.
More than 190 million people have watched his wildly successful stand-up videos on YouTube, which feature fan favourites like “Excuse Me! Brother!” and “Shampoooo.” These videos also frequently trended on social media.
- Ticket cost per person: From AED 125
- Date: 30th September 2023
- Location: Emirates Theatre
- Timings: From 05:30 pm
UPCOMING DUBAI EVENTS FOR KIDS
PEPPA PIG ADVENTURE
Are you ready for a musical adventure with your favourite Peppa? The cheeky little piggy is coming to the Emirate with mummy and daddy, little brother George and their pals Suzy Sheep, Pedro Pony and Gerald Giraffe. There will be six back-to-back puppet shows on the 16th and 17th of September.
Tickets for this fun-packed event are likely to sell out soon, so be sure to reserve early.
- Tickets: From AED 125
- Dates: 16th and 17th September 2023
- Location: Coca-Cola Arena
Frozen Musical Celebrations
In this amazing programme, you can experience or relive the exploits of your favourite heroes. Watch the most romantic scenes from the first tale on stage while listening to its well-known melodies.
Travel through time and the elements while following our characters on their latest adventures: Our queen’s thoughts and heart are filled with a mystery voice. She and her pals will guide us through fantastic moments as she pursues this intriguing message. They will meet new, interesting people and hopefully solve these puzzles.
A beloved enchanted fairyland by both parents and kids. The spectacular performance of “The Snow Queen” promises humour, effects, dancing, singing, and dancing, all set in a stunning video environment.
- Ticket cost per person: From AED 100
- Date: 16th September 2023
- Location: Zabeel Hall at Dubal Trade Center Hall
- Timings: From 02:00 pm
FAQS ABOUT DUBAI EVENTS IN SEPTEMBER 2023
WHERE CAN I WATCH ART FILMS AND PLAYS IN DUBAI?
Visit Cinema Akil in Dubai to watch art films and plays. This arthouse cinema showcases independent films from local and international production houses. You can also watch various plays at The Junction on Alserkal Avenue.
WHAT OTHER TOP EVENTS AND FESTIVALS ARE TAKING PLACE IN DUBAI THIS YEAR?
You can look forward to some big events in Dubai. From the Dubai Home Festival to the Dubai Fitness Challenge, there’s so much coming up.
That concludes our guide to the Dubai events calendar for September 2023. We hope you have a great time at whichever event(s) you attend. Let us know about your experiences in the comments section below.
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