November 2026 in the UAE and Qatar: The Biggest Events and How to Get In
Hans Zimmer and Khamzat Chimaev at Etihad Arena, Frieze Abu Dhabi, UFC in Doha and the Qatar Grand Prix — every big November 2026 event in the Gulf with dates and venues, plus two major events further afield.
November 2026 is the peak of the season in the UAE and Qatar: Hans Zimmer (13 November) and Khamzat Chimaev at RAF (14 November) at Etihad Arena, Frieze Abu Dhabi (19–22 November), UFC Fight Night Doha (21 November) and the Qatar Grand Prix at Lusail (27–29 November). Obsidians Concierge books tickets and VIP hospitality for each, with same-day confirmation.
November is when the Gulf season hits full stride: the heat is gone and the calendar fills with concerts, fights, art and Formula 1. Here are the month's biggest events in the UAE and Qatar, date by date.
13 NOVEMBER — HANS ZIMMER LIVE, ABU DHABI
Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Friday. The Next Level tour: the music of Dune, Gladiator, Interstellar and The Lion King, live with an orchestra. Doors 18:30, show 20:30.
14 NOVEMBER — REAL AMERICAN FREESTYLE, ABU DHABI
Etihad Arena, Saturday. The RAF league's Middle East debut: Khamzat Chimaev vs Colby Covington, with the RAF Cruiserweight Crossover title at stake.
19–22 NOVEMBER — FRIEZE ABU DHABI
Manarat Al Saadiyat, Saadiyat Island. A contemporary art fair; VIP Preview on 19 November, 14:00–21:00. Obsidians holds special VIP invitations.
21 NOVEMBER — UFC FIGHT NIGHT DOHA
ABHA Arena, Doha, Saturday. Former UFC champion Jiří Procházka meets Navajo Stirling; in the co-main event Aljamain Sterling faces Kevin Vallejos.
27–29 NOVEMBER — FORMULA 1 QATAR GRAND PRIX
Lusail International Circuit. The race starts on Sunday at 19:00 — at night, under floodlights. Grandstands, Lusail Hill and Champions Club.
BEYOND THE GULF
Nitto ATP Finals, Turin — 15–22 November: the eight best tennis players in the world. Las Vegas Grand Prix — 19–21 November, a Saturday-night race on the Strip.
THE DETAILS THAT DECIDE IT
Overlapping dates. Frieze, Las Vegas and Turin all run on 19–22 November, and UFC Doha falls on the 21st. To make two events, plan the route early.
Getting there. Yas Island is about an hour's drive from Dubai; Doha is about an hour's flight. A hotel close to the venue saves your evening.
Tickets. The best categories for fights and Formula 1 go weeks ahead. Buy only from official sellers and verified partners.
It always pays to pay attention to details — the way we do. That is how the evening turns out exactly as you pictured it.
HOW OBSIDIANS HELPS
We find seats, including after a sell-out, and build everything around the event: flights including a private jet, hotel, chauffeur and dinner. We give you the final price before you pay. Same-day confirmation.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What are the biggest UAE events in November 2026? — Hans Zimmer Live (13 November) and RAF with Khamzat Chimaev (14 November) at Etihad Arena, and Frieze Abu Dhabi (19–22 November).
When is the Qatar Grand Prix 2026? — 27–29 November at Lusail International Circuit, with the race on Sunday at 19:00.
Can I combine UFC Doha and Frieze Abu Dhabi? — Yes: UFC is on 21 November, Frieze runs until 22 November and the flight takes about an hour.
How do I book? — Message us on WhatsApp or Telegram at +971 55 541 3508 or email concierge@obsidians.vip — a concierge replies within 15 minutes.
Questions and answers
What’s on in the UAE and Qatar in November 2026?
Hans Zimmer (13 November) and RAF with Khamzat Chimaev (14 November) at Etihad Arena, Frieze Abu Dhabi (19–22 November), UFC Doha (21 November) and the Qatar Grand Prix (27–29 November).
Can I book several events at once?
Yes, Obsidians combines tickets, hotels and transfers into one programme and one invoice.
How do I book?
Message us on WhatsApp, Telegram or via the form — same-day confirmation.
When is the 2026 Qatar Grand Prix?
27–29 November 2026 at Lusail International Circuit.
Where is UFC Doha held?
UFC Fight Night on 21 November 2026 at ABHA Arena, Doha.