Saadiyat Nights is back very soon and Diana Ross and Seal are the latest names to be announced
Saadiyat Island is getting its groove back, and it’s coming back with goosebumps. Two huge acts have just been added to the lineup and it’s none other than the legends Diana Ross and Seal.
The two artists will bring their soulful vibes to Saadiyat Island on January 6 – what a way to start the year.
Right after, we will have Ludovico Einaudi on 10 January 2026, bringing his spellbinding piano compositions and cinematic soundscapes to the island under the stars. He’s followed by Lewis Capaldi on 17 January 2026, serenading fans with his heartfelt lyrics, soaring vocals and those crowd-pleasing ballads that always hit right in the feels.
With Saadiyat’s soft sands as the backdrop, Saadiyat Nights is set to return as one of the capital’s most anticipated cultural moments — and this season is already striking all the right chords.
Think beautiful winter evenings, the sound of the waves in the distance, and Capaldi’s unmistakable vocals echoing under the stars.
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Saadiyat Nights 2026 full line up
Known for drawing global icons to the capital, Saadiyat Nights has become a must-attend on the cultural calendar, pairing big-name performances with the island’s laid-back luxury vibe. Here’s the full line up so far:
Friday, 9 January: Diana Ross and Seal
Saturday, 10 January: Ludovico Einaudi
Saturday, 24 January: John Mayer
Thursday, 29 January: Max Richter
Saturday, 31 January: Ricky Martin
Saturday, 7 February: Mariah Carey
Wednesday, 11 February: Bryan Adams
Tuesday, 17 February: Lewis Capaldi
Some of the stars who have performed here before include J-Lo, Tom Jones, Mariah Carey, Robbie Williams – to name but a few.
These are just the first names to be revealed on this year’s lineup, with more artists expected to be announced in the coming weeks.
Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi. For tickets, visit @saadiyatnightsTicketmaster
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