Dubai will host the opening night of Rahat Fateh Ali Khan's Once Upon a Time World Tour 2026, with the celebrated vocalist scheduled to take the stage at Coca-Cola Arena on July 5. The performance launches the singer's worldwide run and places the emirate ahead of the other international cities lined up for the tour.
Presented by IM Live, the Dubai date doubles as the official global premiere of the tour, giving fans in the UAE the first look at a production that will later travel to audiences around the world.
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A Rare Father-Son Performance
Adding to the occasion, Shah Zaman Ali Khan is set to join his father on stage across the show. The pairing is expected to be one of the most notable father-son appearances from the Fateh Ali Khan musical family, letting audiences see two generations perform together at the launch of a major international tour.
For many followers of the family's music, the Dubai concert carries weight beyond a single night out. It marks a milestone moment for one of South Asia's most influential musical dynasties, staged in a city that has become a regular fixture on the global live-music circuit.
The Legacy Behind the Tour
Rahat Fateh Ali Khan is recognised internationally for carrying Sufi music, qawwali and Bollywood soundtracks to audiences far beyond South Asia. As the nephew of the late Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, he has built a decades-long career and contributed some of the most familiar songs in the South Asian music canon.
His live shows routinely draw thousands of fans across multiple continents, and that following is part of why the Dubai launch ranks among the most anticipated concerts of 2026.
What Fans Can Expect
The Coca-Cola Arena set is expected to blend Sufi classics, qawwali favourites and Bollywood numbers tied to Rahat's catalogue. Audiences will likely hear crowd favourites alongside newer material and collaborative moments with Shah Zaman Ali Khan.
- Afreen Afreen
- Tum Jo Aaye
- Bol Na Halke Halke
Event Details
- Event: Once Upon a Time World Tour 2026
- Artist: Rahat Fateh Ali Khan
- Date: July 5, 2026
- Venue: Coca-Cola Arena
- Presented By: IM Live
- City: Dubai
Tickets and Entry
Organisers have confirmed that e-tickets will be issued closer to the event date. All attendees, including children above 12 months old, will require a valid ticket for entry.
With Dubai hosting the world premiere of the tour and a rare full-scale father-son performance on the bill, demand for tickets is expected to be strong.
