Pop-rock music lovers should prepare for a blast from the past, as British music legend Rod Stewart is set to perform live in Abu Dhabi for one night only on Wednesday, December 17. 

The iconic singer will take the stage at Etihad Arena on Yas Island, bringing his signature gravelly vocals and flamboyant charm to the emirate.

Since stepping onto the stage for the first time in 1963 as a harmonica player and vocalist with the soul and R&B group The Dimensions, Rod Stewart has been captivating audiences with his unique voice, timeless hits, and remarkable ability to evolve with the times.

Over the years, Stewart has collaborated with a number of influential artists and bands, including The Faces, Wizz Jones, Long John Baldry, Shotgun Express, and the Small Faces—each experience shaping his sound and stage presence.

With a career spanning more than five decades, the British music icon is behind some of the most unforgettable songs in pop and rock history. Hits like “Da Ya Think I’m Sexy?”, “Maggie May,” “All for Love,” and “Have I Told You Lately” have not only topped charts but also stood the test of time.

His upcoming concert is set to be a nostalgic celebration of his greatest hits. Fans can expect a setlist brimming with classics such as “Maggie May,” “Da Ya Think I’m Sexy?”, “The First Cut Is the Deepest,” “Forever Young,” and “Rhythm of My Heart”—songs that have resonated with generations around the world.

With more than 250 million records sold, countless chart-topping singles, and two inductions into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Rod Stewart remains one of the best-selling artists in music history. Even at 80, fresh off a successful Las Vegas residency and a 2024 album release, Stewart shows no signs of slowing down.

Presale tickets go live on Thursday, April 17,  artist presale opens at 8 am, followed by general presale at 12 pm. Public ticket sales start at 12 pm on Friday, April 18 via livenation.me.

Whether you’ve belted out Have I Told You Lately or danced to Young Turks, this is your chance to catch a living legend live on stage this December.