News DeskAbu Dhabi: Jennifer Lopez brought her Up All Night: Live in 2025 summer tour to Etihad Arena last night for a one-night-only show presented by Ethara, delivering a career-spanning performance to thousands of fans on her only Middle East date.
Opening with On the Floor, Lopez moved seamlessly through a packed setlist that featured fan favourites like Ain’t Your Mama, Jenny from the Block, and Get Right, alongside new releases including Save Me Tonight, Regular, and Birthday.
Lopez lit up the stage with her signature nonstop energy. Backed by a full troupe of dancers, the performance was brought to life through dazzling choreography, cinematic lighting, and fast-paced transitions. Costume changes brought even more spectacle, from a gold sequin bodysuit with tasselled fringe to a rock-inspired black jumpsuit, and a fiery ensemble of red thigh-high boots paired with black sequins.
Stripped-back moments like If You Had My Love, All I Have, and Love Don’t Cost a Thing offered a reflective change of pace, while her performances of Gracias a la Vida and Que Hiciste showcased her vocal depth and celebrated her Latin heritage.
The show closed on a high with a powerful final run of Waiting for Tonight, Dance Again, and the tour’s title track, Up All Night. Returning for an encore in a black and nude embellished bodysuit, Lopez ended the night with Free, telling the crowd her love for them made her feel exactly that. To find out what’s coming next to Etihad Arena, visit etihadarena.ae, ethara.com, or ticketmaster.ae for the latest announcements and upcoming shows.
