Abu Dhabi is set for a major pop music moment this week as British stars Rita Ora and Leona Lewis headline a star-studded welcome ceremony at the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi.

While Ora is making a special appearance at the event, global hitmaker Lewis will perform at Zayed Sports City Stadium on Friday, February 6, turning the UAE capital’s national football stadium into a live music hotspot for the opening celebrations of the international sporting event.

The evening will also feature performances by Lebanese singer Carole Samaha and Emirati artist Rashed Al Nuaimi, bringing together international and regional talent in a celebration of sport, culture and entertainment.

Tickets for the welcome ceremony are priced at just Dh25 for general admission and are available now via Ticketmaster, making it one of the most affordable chances to see world-famous British pop stars live in Abu Dhabi.

Leona Lewis, who rose to fame after winning The X Factor UK, is known for chart-topping hits such as Bleeding Love and Better in Time, while Rita Ora has built an international career with songs including Anywhere, Let You Love and Your Song.

With big names, a central Abu Dhabi venue and budget-friendly tickets, the Open Masters Games Welcome Ceremony is shaping up to be a must-attend event this week.