e& DSF Nights – Bader AlShuaibi & Disco Misr
e& DSF Nights – Bader AlShuaibi & Disco MisrKuwaiti superstar Bader AlShuaibi and the Iconic Egyptian Trio Disco Misr.
Celebrate the arrival of 2026 at Festival City Mall, Festival Bay, Dubai’s exciting New Year’s Eve destination. Ring in 2026 at e& DSF Nights: Volume 2, featuring electrifying live performances by Bader Alshuaibi and Disco Misr, the breathtaking IMAGINE show, and an unforgettable NYE fireworks countdown at Festival Bay.
New Year’s Eve 2025–26 at e& DSF Nights: A Flagship Celebration in Dubai
As the calendar year closes, e& DSF Nights positions itself as a cornerstone New Year’s Eve activation—combining live music, large-scale visual storytelling, and a fireworks-led countdown designed to deliver maximum experiential impact.
On 31 December, the spotlight turns to Dubai Festival City with headline performances by Bader AlShuaibi and Disco Misr, followed by a show-stopping IMAGINE spectacle and fireworks to usher in 2026 in signature DSF style.
Headline Performers
🎤 Bader AlShuaibi
A Saudi-Kuwaiti pop phenomenon, Bader AlShuaibi represents the new wave of Gulf music—rooted in Khaleeji tradition yet globally fluent. Known for chart-toppers like Mahsoma, Ya Hob, and Yalghair, his performances are high-energy, youth-driven, and built for mass engagement.
With international collaborations such as Is It On alongside K-pop artist AleXa, and appearances at marquee platforms including the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards Arabia, Bader’s live set is engineered to resonate across generations and borders.
🎧 Disco Misr
Formed in Cairo in the mid-2010s, Disco Misr is a genre-blending electronic-pop trio redefining Arabic classics for the modern dancefloor. Their sound fuses house, nu-disco, punk, and electronic textures—paired with immersive VJ-led visuals.
Their performances operate as full-scale multimedia experiences, making them a strategic fit for a high-footfall, festival-grade New Year’s Eve environment.
Midnight Moment: IMAGINE Show & Fireworks
As midnight approaches, the event transitions into a synchronized IMAGINE show—combining water screens, lasers, fire, projections, and music—culminating in a fireworks display that marks a decisive and visually commanding start to 2026.
Ticketing & Entry Policy
Ticket price for Bader AlShuaibi and the Trio Disco Misr at Festival Bay (Festival City Mall) Starting from AED 69 onwards, tickets can be purchased online via platinumlist Dubai.
| Ticket Type | Category Details | Price (AED) | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Admission – Standing | Adult (12 years & above) | 159.00 | Selling fast |
| General Admission – Standing | Kids (5–12 years) | 69.00 | Selling fast |
| Family Package | 2 Adults + 2 Children (5–12 years) | 345.00 | Selling fast |
| VIP – Unreserved Seating | VIP Platform Access | 399.00 | Limited |
- Children 4 years & below: Free entry (no ticket required)
Note: Strollers are not permitted - Children 5–12 years: Child Ticket required
- Guests 12+ years: Adult Ticket required
Early ticket acquisition is recommended to mitigate capacity constraints and ensure seamless entry.
Getting There: Transport Matrix
🚗 By Car
- Take Al Khail Road
- Exit toward Festival Centre
- Merge onto Crescent Drive
- At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit to reach the venue
🚌 By Public Transport
- Bus 44
- Stop: Dubai Festival City, Festival Centre 1
- Short walk to the venue
🚕 By Taxi / Ride-Hailing
- Widely available across Dubai
- Direct drop-off access to Dubai Festival City
Stay Informed
For real-time schedules, announcements, and updates:
- Follow @dubaifestivals
- Visit mydsf.ae
Strategic Takeaway
e& DSF Nights on New Year’s Eve delivers a balanced portfolio—regional music icons, family-inclusive policies, world-class visuals, and operational accessibility—positioning it as a high-confidence choice for closing 2025 and launching 2026 with scale, spectacle, and certainty.
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