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Franz Ferdinand and Pitbull Headline Dubai's Weekend Concert and Market Lineup

Franz Ferdinand, Pitbull and family markets headline listings for the coming days across multiple Dubai venues.

By Bur Dubai Things-to-do Desk · Published 25 July 2026

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Franz Ferdinand takes the stage on Saturday with doors opening at 19:00 while Tyla and Lil Yachty perform at Sole DXB in d3 from noon to midnight and Ed Sheeran appears at Coca-Cola Arena at 8:00 PM. Pitbull follows on Sunday night with his Mr. Worldwide show at the same arena starting at 20:00.

These listings arrive during Dubai Summer Surprises 2026, the official government-backed festival that runs from July 3 to August 30 and brings free performances to citywide malls. Residents in Bur Dubai can track additional local gatherings through the AllEvents.in calendar dedicated to the neighbourhood and the MyDubai Communities site that maps activities across the city.

Concert and Night Options

Tickets for Pitbull’s Sunday show start at AED 85 for standing zones. Aquaventure Waterpark adds Sunset Saturdays night swimming from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM with DJ sets, giving visitors an alternative after the daytime heat. The Great Dubai Summer Sale runs alongside these events and offers up to 90 percent discounts at 3,000 outlets.

Family Markets and Outdoor Stops

The Times Square Center artisan market operates on Saturday from 10:00 to 19:00 with free entry. Dubai Miracle Garden opens at 09:00 and displays 150 million blooms. The Dubai International Art Fair occupies the Dubai World Trade Centre from 10:00 to 19:00 through Sunday. Hatta Wadi Hub’s mountainside winter festival sits a 90-minute drive from central Dubai for those seeking a change of scenery. Event details appear on few.ae, eventbrite.com and gulfnews.com listings for the weekend.

Visitors should check the listed venue sites for any updates before heading out and consult the AllEvents.in Bur Dubai calendar for neighbourhood-specific additions.

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