If you have grown up listening to songs like ‘Right Now’ or ‘Smack That,’ then you are a certified Akon fan. And now you have the chance to watch him live right here in Dubai. Well, we say this because Akon is headed to Dubai, bringing along his nostalgic numbers to the stage at the Emirates Dubai 7S. Headlining the Frequency on 8 stage at The Sevens Stadium, here’s all you need to know about his upcoming concert.
Akon Is Coming To Dubai In November
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Akon will be headlining the Frequency on 8 stage at The Sevens Stadium on November 28th. If you do the maths, you know that it’s a Saturday and it’s also the second day of the festival. As he brings along familiar songs, you can expect to sing along to classics like ‘I Wanna Love You,’ ‘Smack That,’ and of course ‘Don’t Matter’. With more than 35 million albums sold worldwide, the singer is joining the festival lineup. The lineup already features DJ sets from British girl group member Mel C on November 28th. In fact, British DJ Jax Jones will also be taking the stage on November 29th.
What About Tickets For Emirates Dubai 7S?
At this point, it’s worth mentioning that tickets for the festival is available through the official Emirates Dubai 7S website. Single-day and multi-day passes are on offer. Friday entry starts at AED 75, while Saturday and Sunday, the passes are priced at AED455. The three-day passes are priced at AED595. Since Akon is performing on Saturday, and if you happen to be a fan, you might want to ensure that your ticket is for the day.
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The Singer Has Performed In Dubai Before
This is not his first stint in Dubai. He performed in the city back in 2009. With a solo concert, it truly made headlines at the time. In fact, just in 2025, Akon performed at SLS Dubai. He took over the 75th floor of the venue along with the World Tennis League at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi.
So, with an eventful day and an even more power-packed concert awaiting you, you might want to book your tickets for the show. After all, who would want to miss out on the opportunity to watch this hitmaker perform live.
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FAQs
Who is Akon?
Akon is a popular singer known for hit songs like Smack That, Right Now, and Don't Matter.
When is Akon performing in Dubai?
Akon is performing for Emirates Dubai 7S on November 28th.
