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Katy Perry will headline the New Year's Eve Gala Dinner at Atlantis, The Palm in Dubai on Thursday, December 31, 2026. Celebrations start at 6:00 PM, tickets start from AED 8,500 (about $2,314) for guests aged 14+, and the night ends with a midnight fireworks show stretching from Atlantis, The Palm to Atlantis The Royal.
Dubai just locked in one of the biggest New Year's Eve headliners on the planet. Katy Perry — the Grammy-nominated star behind "Roar," "Dark Horse" and "Firework" — will perform live at Atlantis, The Palm's New Year's Eve Gala Dinner, leading guests through the final hours of 2026 and straight into the countdown to 2027.
The show takes place outdoors, under the stars, on a custom-built deck with panoramic views of Palm Jumeirah and the Dubai skyline. And yes — she's expected to sing "Firework" shortly before actual fireworks light up the sky over the Palm.
The Setlist: Katy Perry's Biggest Hits
Atlantis has confirmed that Perry's performance will include some of the most-played pop songs of the last two decades. Here are the four tracks named in the official announcement:
Katy Perry Dubai Ticket Prices (Full List)
This is not a regular concert ticket — every package includes the full gala dinner. Prices below are the official starting rates in UAE dirhams, with approximate US-dollar conversions.
Private butler service, catering from the resort's restaurants and access to the gala buffet.
💡 Good to know: According to published gala details, rates already include the 7% municipality fee, 10% service charge and 5% VAT. Atlantis also states that event tickets are non-refundable and non-cancellable, except when an event is cancelled due to force majeure. Dollar amounts are approximate, based on the fixed AED–USD rate.
How the Night Will Unfold
Bringing the Kids? There's a Whole Party for Them
Families aren't an afterthought here. The resort's Asateer Tent turns into a dedicated children's party zone that runs all evening, so parents can enjoy the show while the kids have their own celebration.
Katy Perry is going to bring a great atmosphere, a great party, and incredible energy.
— Kym Barter, Managing Director of Atlantis Dubai, speaking to Dubai Eye 103.8Not Her First Time Celebrating in the UAE
This gala is actually a return visit. Perry has a real history with the Emirates, including a previous New Year's Eve show:
Katy Perry Dubai NYE: Your Questions Answered
When is Katy Perry performing in Dubai?
Katy Perry performs on Thursday, December 31, 2026, at the New Year's Eve Gala Dinner at Atlantis, The Palm, Dubai.
How much are Katy Perry Dubai New Year's Eve tickets?
Premium Seating starts at AED 8,500 (about $2,314) for guests 14+ and AED 6,500 for kids aged 4–13. Rouge Circle starts at AED 10,500, Golden Circle at AED 14,500, and VIP Sky Suites range from AED 250,000 to AED 400,000 for up to 10 guests.
What time does the gala start?
Atlantis says festivities begin at 6:00 PM. One authorised ticket listing shows a 7:00 PM door time, so check the time printed on your own ticket.
Which songs will Katy Perry sing?
The announced setlist includes "Firework," "Roar," "Last Friday Night" and "Dark Horse," along with other fan favourites.
Can children attend?
Yes. Children under 3 enter free, and kids aged 4–13 have their own ticket price. A dedicated kids' party zone in the Asateer Tent runs all evening.
Is there a dress code?
Yes. It's a black-tie-style gala. Men are asked to wear a long-sleeved collared shirt, long trousers or smart jeans and closed shoes; women are asked to wear an evening dress or gown. UAE national dress is also welcome.
The Bottom Line
Dubai's most glamorous New Year's Eve now has one of pop's biggest names. For AED 8,500 and up, guests get a full gala dinner, a 30-piece band, Katy Perry live under the stars, and fireworks over the Palm at midnight. It won't be cheap — but it may be the most talked-about countdown to 2027 anywhere in the region.
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