David Guetta announces Dubai concert days before New Year’s

The last festive days of 2016 will be going out with a bang in the UAE as amazing artists take the stage in some of the Emirates’ most amazing spaces. Following the news of a Coldplay concert at the Du Arena in Abu Dhabi during New Year’s Eve, David Guetta just announced a performance at Atlantis, the Palm in Dubai. The world-renowned French DJ will be making the crowd jump to the beat of electronic music on the night of 29th December. The doors to the event will open at 7pm, and Guetta will take the stage and get the party started around midnight.

David Guetta last performed in Dubai two years ago, and proved his great popularity by managing to sell out all the tickets for his 2014 gig.

This time, Guetta will be playing as part of the Live@Atlantis event, within the hotel’s iconic Nasimi Beach Club. Live@Atlantis has hosted other big names in the past, having held incredible performances from the likes of Basement Jaxx, Nicky Romero, Avicii, Example and other important artists.

Voted the world’s best DJ by the DJ Mag Top 100 DJs poll, the French artist has sold over nine million albums and over 30 million singles worldwide to the date. His creativity and ability to mix different genres has made him responsible over the years for huge hits like “Hey Mama” ft. Nicki Minaj, “Titanium” ft. Sia, “Bad” ft. Vassy and “Play Hard” feat R&B sensation Ne-Yo. During the 2016 concert, the artist will be playing some of his most renowned tunes as well as recent works.

Those who are not willing to let this opportunity escape can purchase tickets to the gigantic beachfront gig from Platinum List or at the Atlantis, the Palm’s website. Prices start at Dhs295; with tickets on the door costing Dhs345. Fans looking for more special treatment will also be able to book VIP and table packages. Getting to the concert in public transportation is easier and highly recommended as there will no parking at the event. Good offers are also in place as those who decide to make their way to the gig in a Careem, can save 15 per cent off their trip by using the promo code DavidGuetta16.