Saadiyat Nights 2025-26 recently announced its line-up of artists, and here’s a new addition to the list. Music lovers in the UAE, get ready: Mariah Carey is back is set to headline the 2025–2026 edition of Saadiyat Nights in Abu Dhabi. The iconic open-air concert series, on Saadiyat Island, will be hosted on February 7, 2026, and you need to mark your calendar now!
Mariah Carey To Headline Saadiyat Nights 2026 In Abu Dhabi
Mariah Carey is coming to Saadiyat Nights… Celebrate the night with iconic hits and unforgettable vocals on 7 February in Abu Dhabi#InAbuDhabi #VisitAbuDhabi #SaadiyatIsland @InAbuDhabi @MariahCarey @VisitAbuDhabi pic.twitter.com/4dj4xrQeQN
— UAE Forsan (@UAE_Forsan) October 25, 2025
From “Hero” to “All I Want for Christmas Is You,” Carey will take the stage with her evergreen songs. UAE will witness her magical performance. It comes after her sold-out debut at the inaugural Saadiyat Nights in January 2024.
From chart-topping hits to her energy and spectacle, her set will be a mix of nostalgia and surprises.
As the fans are aware, and according to a report by Gulf News, Mariah recently dropped her 16th studio album, Here For It All. The first major release of it was announced on September 26, 2025. The album debuted at No. 1 across multiple Billboard charts, including Top Album Sales, Top R&B Albums, and Independent Albums. You can spot collaborations with the Anderson. Paak, Kehlani, Shenseea, and the Clark Sisters. Expect the record to be a perfect blend of ballads with disco, gospel, and soul.
Line-Up Of Saadiyat Nights 2025-26
This year is going to be a star-studded season for Saadiyat Nights, and with Carey joining an already impressive lineup, we can imagine the magic! The artists include Ludovico Einaudi (10 January), Lewis Capaldi (17 January), John Mayer (24 January), Ricky Martin (31 January), and Bryan Adams (11 February). Hold up, because the announcement of more artists will be here soon for the upcoming Abu Dhabi event
How To Book Your Tickets?.
Whether you want to buy tickets for just Mariah Carey’s performance or the full Saadiyat Nights concert series, everything is now available on Ticketmaster.ae.
So grab your tickets and prepare for an unforgettable evening under the stars. Also, the line-up of artists will belt out tunes to make you sway under the star-lit sky.
Cover Image Courtesy: Mariah Carey/FB
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