News DeskAbu Dhabi, UAE – OFFLIMITS Music Festival, the UAE’s first open-format and largest genre-blending music festival, returns to Etihad Park, Yas Island on April 4, 2026, with global music icon Shakira headlining this year’s edition. Celebrated for its bold multi-stage setup, OFFLIMITS blends music with art, visual design and cultural experiences to create an electrifying atmosphere for festival-goers.
One of the world’s most influential artists, Shakira has sold over 95 million records worldwide, earned four GRAMMY® Awards and fifteen Latin GRAMMY® Awards, and is the most-streamed female Latin artist of all time. She will perform in Abu Dhabi as part of her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour, bringing her global hits, electrifying energy and powerhouse live performances to fans worldwide.
Tickets will go on sale on Saturday, 24 January, at 11:00 AM (UAE time), exclusively at http://tickets.offlimts.com, with prices starting from AED 595.
A line-up of global and regional artists will join Shakira, curated to reflect OFFLIMITS’ open-format identity. Each performer brings their own distinctive style and energy, contributing to the festival’s bold, boundary-breaking atmosphere. More artists will be announced soon.
“Bringing one of the most influential artists of our time, Shakira, to OFFLIMITS Music Festival 2026 is a proud moment for us,” said Sia Farr, CEO and Managing Director of Theory Eleven Entertainment. “Her global influence and ability to connect with audiences align perfectly with the festival’s open-format identity. This year’s edition builds on the success of our debut, and we are excited to deliver an unforgettable experience for fans on Yas Island.”
The music festival’s inclusive spirit brings together audiences from diverse backgrounds, creating shared moments that last long after the music ends. With its commitment to diversity, creativity and connection, OFFLIMITS offers a contemporary take on live entertainment. Unlike traditional single-genre festivals, OFFLIMITS blends music, art and lifestyle elements to deliver a truly one-of-a-kind experience.
Its inaugural 2025 edition, headlined by Ed Sheeran and featuring acts such as OneRepublic, Kaiser Chiefs, Faithless, ARTBAT, Fun Lovin’ Criminals and Zeyne, firmly established OFFLIMITS as one of Abu Dhabi’s most anticipated cultural events. The debut showcased its signature full-day, multi-stage open-format experience, and the 2026 festival now builds on that momentum as OFFLIMITS returns for its second edition.
The music festival is brought to you by Theory Eleven Entertainment, in partnership with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, and Miral, the leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences in Abu Dhabi.
