29 January
The semi-final games of the Euroleague 2025 Final Four basketball tournament will be held in Abu Dhabi at the Etihad Arena on May 23
This popular sports venue in the capital of the United Arab Emirates has long been known to sports fans. Its court often hosts not only basketball matches, but also mixed martial arts competitions.
In 2025, a significant event in the world of European basketball will move outside of Europe for the first time and take place in Asia. The UAE has invested heavily in organizing the event and plans to host it for two more years in a row. Abu Dhabi will pay the Euroleague 50 million euros for the right to host the Final Four. These funds will be distributed mainly among the clubs participating in the tournament, including Moscow's CSKA.
Last year, the Euroleague finals were held in Berlin. Then, the teams Real and Panathinaikos met in the final, where the Greek club won with a score of 95:80. In the third place match, Olympiacos beat Fenerbahce 87-84. Thus, both finalists represented Greece, and Panathinaikos won the championship title for the seventh time. Whether they will be able to repeat the success in Abu Dhabi will become clear later. To do this, it is worth purchasing tickets for the semi-final games of the 2025 tournament. This year, the list of participants remains the same: Real, Olympiacos, Panathinaikos and Fenerbahce. Although Panathinaikos is considered the favorite and is striving for an eighth victory, other teams are also ready to fight for the championship, because sporting luck is unpredictable.
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19 May
Events in the Middle East in June 2025
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15 May
Metallica to Perform in Abu Dhabi This Winter
Metallica is set to perform in Abu Dhabi on December 6, 2025, as part of the 2025 Etihad Airways Grand Prix at Etihad Park. The four-day musical programme will also feature Benson Boone and Katy Perry.
15 May
Metallica to Delight Fans in Bahrain with Concert
The concert will take place on December 3, 2025 at the Al Dana Amphitheater in Zallaq.
15 May
Enrique Iglesias is preparing a huge show at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi!
This autumn, on November 1, 2025, Enrique Iglesias will take to the stage at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi with a new, breathtaking show.
14 May
Jennifer Lopez is set to wow Abu Dhabi with her UP ALL NIGHT show, set to take place at the Etihad Arena on July 29, 2025
The event promises to be one of the highlights of the summer, attracting fans from all over the world.
9 May
Events and concerts in the UAE: what to visit when planning a vacation in the Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a unique country that combines oriental flavor, luxury and modernity, and is always glad to welcome numerous tourists.
29 April
Metallica to Perform in Abu Dhabi at Formula 1 Races
For the first time in ten years, the United Arab Emirates will host a concert by the iconic rock band Metallica at Etihad Park on December 6, 2025, as part of the Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, a Formula 1 race.
29 April
On December 3, the legendary band Metallica will perform at the Al Dana Amphitheater in Zallaq, Bahrain.
This event will be a real holiday for all fans of the cult rock band, whose compositions have inspired listeners for more than one generation.
29 April
Enrique Iglesias is set to delight his fans in Abu Dhabi, where he will perform at the Etihad Arena on November 1, 2025
The concert program will include his famous hits, such as “Hero”, “Be with You”, “I Like It” and “Tonight I’m Lovin’ You”, as well as new compositions.
Upcoming events
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Humorous show
Bill Burr
Abu DhabiEtihad Arena
12Sa, 20:00Jul
18+
Popular
Mixed martial arts
UFC Fight Night
Abu DhabiEtihad Arena
26Sa, 21:00Jul
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Dance show
Sharmila Dance Extravaganza
DubaiZabeel Theatre - Jumeriah Zabeel Saray
30Fr, 19:30May
1Su, 19:30Jun
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Pop
Abida Parveen
DubaiCoca-Cola Arena
15Su, 20:00Jun