Before Ramadan
The World Governments Summit runs 1 to 3 February in Dubai. The Harry Potter Film Concert Series plays Etihad Arena on 5 and 6 February, with tickets from AED 120.
RAK Art continues to 14 February, and the Louvre Abu Dhabi exhibition Spices and Wonders closes on the same day.
Ramadan begins
The UAE Astronomy Centre expects Ramadan to begin on 8 February 2027, according to Khaleej Times, but the official moon sighting decides. Evening events usually shift later during the month, and some entertainment is scaled back. Our Ramadan 2027 guide covers what to expect.
NYU Abu Dhabi presents Ramadaniyat: The Handover on 17 February, from AED 52.50.
Tennis in Dubai
The Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships run from 14 to 27 February at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium. See our tennis guide.
Events in this guide
World Governments Summit 2027
Harry Potter Film Concert Series
Ramadan 2027 and Eid Al Fitr
Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships
Ramadaniyat: The Handover
FAQ
When does Ramadan start in 2027?+
Astronomers expect Monday 8 February 2027, with the final date set by the official moon sighting in the UAE.
Are concerts held during Ramadan in the UAE?+
The calendar is lighter and timings shift later, but cultural programmes continue. Check each event's page, because organisers announce their Ramadan schedules separately.
How much are the Harry Potter concert tickets?+
The National lists tickets from AED 120 for the 5 and 6 February 2027 shows at Etihad Arena.
- The National: Top 64 concerts and events coming to the UAE (19 October 2026)
- Khaleej Times: Ramadan, Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Adha 2027 likely dates
- World Governments Summit 2027 set for 1 to 3 February
- Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships
- WTA: Dubai 2027 overview
- Gulf News: Ramadan, Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Adha 2027, UAE dates and public holidays