Now that we’re in the last stretch of Ramadan and beginning the next month with a long weekend – it’s time to check out all the amazing April events scheduled in Abu Dhabi!
From concerts featuring legends like Sting to World Jazz Day set to take over the emirate – there’s no dearth of exciting things happening in town this month.
And while it isn’t an event by itself – Abu Dhabi’s also geared up for the highly anticipated opening of teamlab Phenomena in the Saadiyat Cultural District later in April.
Take a look and get booking ASAP! And in the meantime, be sure to check out all the upcoming events in Abu Dhabi over 2025 to plan ahead and secure your spots at the hottest events in Abu Dhabi.
The best April events in Abu Dhabi in 2025
Easter brunch at Verso
Nothing says Easter like family time, and nothing says family time like a meal at Verso!
Enjoy a themed family brunch like no other as the sound of live entertainment and kids laughter fills the air! Dive into a day packed with fun, featuring a kids’ corner along with pool and beach access.
This year, there’s both buffet and tableside service to ensure all members of the family are catered to. With specialties like the Baccala Mantecatoto and the Coscia D’Agnello Arrosto as traditional highlights on the menu and a live desert show set to take center stage, bring the whole family and create wholesome ‘famiglia’ memories this Easter.
Details:
Date: Sunday, 20 April
Time: 1 pm to 4 pm
Price: AED 235 including soft beverages, AED 335 including house beverages, AED 115 Kids (6-12), kids under 6 dine complimentary
For reservations, call 02 510 1234
A Chocolate Wonderland Easter
How about a massive Chocolate Wonderland to celebrate Easter? The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal is set to enchant guests with a specially themed Chef’s Brunch curated by Executive Pastry Chef Denis Toucheron.
Gear up for some amazing live entertainment, featuring life-sized characters bringing Easter magic to life. As always, don’t miss an opportunity to explore the resort’s picturesque gardens in a delightful Easter egg hunt!
While the brunch is going to deliver its usual culinary glory, guests will also be treated to a decadent chocolate experience with Valrhona’s SAO TOMÉ 76% chocolate. As for the little ones staying on the property, the Ritz Kids Club will host a series of Easter-themed activities such as Easter mask making, paper basket crafting, and chick art, beach games, sandcastle contests and so much more!
Details:
Date: 19 April
Time: 1 pm to 4 pm
For reservations, call 02 818 8203
La Vida Loca Evening Drunch at Lexx
Head to Lexx at Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi to dance the night away to the rhythm of Latin America.
Transforming into the ultimate La Vida Loca destination from 8 pm to 11 pm, sample a specially curated selection of Latin tapas and elegant mixed drinks as the amazing live singer sets the vibes to perfection.
With live entertainment and a wild, vibrant selection of Latin tapas, it promises to be a legendary night you won’t want to miss.
Details:
Date: Saturdays
Time: 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Price: AED 249 including soft beverages, AED 349 including 2-hour free flow of house beverages (both packages include selection of Latin tapas)
For reservations, call 02 510 1234
Sting
It’s raining legends in Abu Dhabi! Get your tickets now to catch the STING 3.0 World Tour at Etihad Arena on April 3rd 2025.
One of the most anticipated events in Abu Dhabi in 2025, the dynamic duo accompanying him are guitarist and longtime collaborator, Dominic Miller, and drummer Chris Maas (from Mumford & Sons, Maggie Rogers). You definitely don’t want to miss out!
Details:
- What: Sting at Etihad Arena, Yas Island
- When: 3 April 2025
- Tickets: Starting AED 395, visit Etihad Arena
Amr Diab and Adam Port
Arabic Pop artist Amr Diab and record-breaking Afro House producer Adam Port are adding to the line-up of exciting events in Abu Dhabi by making history!
A first in the UAE, the king of Arab pop and member of the Keinemusik crew are slated to storm Yas Island’s Etihad Park for one night only on 5th April.
After dominating the charts on Anghami, as well as digital and social media platforms, these two legends will come together for a concert that’s going to be memorable to say the least.
Details:
- What: Amr Diab x Adam Port at Etihad Park, Abu Dhabi
- When: 5 April
- Tickets: Starting AED 272, visit Platinumlist
Les Misérables The Arena Spectacular
Now entering its 40th year in London, Les Miserables: The Arena Spectacular is coming to Etihad Arena, Yas Island!
Running from 8-20 April, the show will feature a cast and orchestra of over 65 people as part of their World Tour.
Victor Hugo’s classic tale is an enthralling story of broken dreams and unrequited love, passion, sacrifice and redemption – a timeless testament to the survival of the human spirit.
With a magnificent score of iconic songs including “I Dreamed a Dream”, “On My Own”, “Bring Him Home”, “One Day More” and more, don’t miss out on one of the world’s favourite musicals.
Details:
- What: Les Miserables: The Arena Spectacular
- When: 8-20 April 2025
- Tickets: Starting AED 130, visit Platinumlist
Abu Dhabi Festival 2025
Get ready for a showstopping season of music, ballet, and jaw-dropping performances in the UAE capital all through April!
This year, Abu Dhabi Festical is honouring Japan under the theme ‘Abu Dhabi – A World of Harmony’, marking over 50 years of diplomatic ties with the UAE. So get ready to see some of Japan’s biggest musical talents right here in town!
Check out the complete line-up and get booking!
Details:
- When: Various Various
- Where:
- Tickets: Starting AED 175, visit PlatinumList
Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare Week 2025
Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare Week 2025 is almost here – with a series of conferences aimed at addressing key challenges and opportunities in global healthcare.
Through keynotes, panels, and live sessions, healthcare leaders will discuss critical topics in creating a sustainable and resilient healthcare system. This year, the conference plans to highlight Diverse and Inclusive Health, Longevity and Precision Health: Personalizing the Future of Medicine, Trailblazing Medical Breakthroughs as well as Health System Resilience and Sustainability: Crafting Future-Ready Frameworks.
Don’t miss out on what’s sure to be a massively insightful week!
Details:
- What: Abu Dhabi Global Healthcare Week at ADNEC
- When: 15-17 April 2025
- Tickets: Visit ADGHW
Club Social
The feel-good festival is back! Get ready for the ultimate music experience where music and good vibes come together for three unforgettable nights.
Happening at Etihad Park, Yas Island, Club Social promises to be bigger and better than ever. With Usher taking the stage on Day 2, he’s ready to bring his signature style and fresh beats to the festival, delivering a performance that promises to be nothing short of iconic.
Details:
- What: Club Social, Etihad Park
- When: 18-20 April 2025
- Tickets: Starting AED 395, visit Ticketmaster
Middle East Film & Comic Con (MEFCC)
Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just curious to explore, the 13th edition of the Middle East Film & Comic Con (MEFCC) promises to be a haven for movie buffs, comic enthusiasts, gamers, cosplayers, and families alike.
This year, the celebrity line-up so far features Ian McDiarmid, who played Sheev Palpatine in Star Wars.
There’s also Hideo Ishikawa, famously known for Itachi Uchiha in Naruto, Jushiro Ukitake in Bleach, Squall Leonheart in Final Fantasy VIII & Kingdom Hearts, Auron in Final Fantasy X, Cait Sith in Final Fantasy VII, Kiccho Fukuda in Slam Dunk and more!
Details:
- What: MEFCC at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi
- When: 18-20 April 2025
- Tickets: Starting AED 150, visit MEFCC
BRED Abu Dhabi 2025
Ready or not, here comes the third edition of BRED Abu Dhabi! And we’ve got all the tea – from iconic artists on the line-up to theme reveals and more.
“Hena”, an exclusive track featuring regional Hip Hop artists drops on January 28th, available on all streaming platforms. Featuring The Synaptik, Asayel, and Karim Osama, you can also register on BRED Abu Dhabi’s official website to be among the first to hear the track!
In this edition, BRED Abu Dhabi goes back to the streets where neo-culture started, bringing together Arab subcultures from the Levant, North Africa, and the GCC, emphasising collaboration, creativity, and driving the regional music scene forward.
Details:
- What: BRED Abu Dhabi at Yas Island
- When: 23-27 April 2025
- Tickets: TBA, visit BRED Abu Dhabi
Offlimits Festival
Counting down the days to OFFLIMITS? Now you’ll be Counting Stars too with OneRepublic officially headlining the Offlimits festival in Abu Dhabi!
Headling for the UAE’s first open-format festival — the iconic band is marking their return to the capital at one of the biggest events in Abu Dhabi with another round of chart-topping hits! Taking to the stage at Etihad Arena on April 26th, the line-up just keeps getting hotter.
OneRepublic headlining at Offlimits festival is adding to an already stellar line-up featuring global icons like Ed Sheeran, Kaiser Chiefs and more!
Details:
- What: Offlimits at Etihad Arena
- When: 26 April
- Tickets: AED 495, visit Platinumlist.net
Abu Dhabi International Book Fair
Are you ready for the return of the capital’s favourite bookworm outing? The 34th Abu Dhabi International Book Fair is almost here and we’re screaming!
It’s the ultimately opportunity to explore a wide selection of local and international books, graphic design and illustrations from book illustrators and graphic novelists, professional workshops, seminars and panel discussions.
Don’t miss out!
Details:
- What: 34th Abu Dhabi International Book Fair at ADNEC
- When: 26 April – 6 May
- Tickets: Visit ADIBF
Abu Dhabi Comedy Season
Get ready for a side-splitting month of laughs as an unmissable lineup of comedic sensations descend on the Etihad Arena on Yas Island between April and July for the perfect summer!
The line-up features all the who’s who of the comedic world, including giants like Trevor Noah, Kevin Hart, Gad Elmaleh, Michael McIntyre, Fluffy, Bill Burr and many more
Prepare to double over with laughter as Abu Dhabi announces the second iteration of Abu Dhabi Comedy Season.
Details:
- What: Abu Dhabi Comedy Season at Etihad Arena
- When: 26 April – 31 May
- Tickets: AED 495, visit Platinumlist.net
World Jazz Day 2025
If you’re a lover of those smooth tunes, you’re in for a massive treat, with Abu Dhabi being the Global Host City for International Jazz Day 2025!
In just 50 days, the UAE capital will be swinging to the smooth sounds of jazz, blending its rich Arabian heritage with the timeless rhythms of the genre.
Expect a dazzling mix of haunting oud melodies, intricate qanoon harmonies and ney flutes weaving their magic with jazz improvisations – introducing the world to the hypnotic sounds of Arabic jazz. Don’t miss out!
Details:
- What: World Jazz Day 2025 across the city
- When: 30 April
- Tickets: TBA