From Gulf music legends to international rock icons, the Bahrain concerts calendar is packed with standout shows this season. Whether you’re after intimate amphitheatre performances or stadium-scale production, here’s what’s coming up across the island’s major venues.
Jalsat brings together three established Gulf artists at Beyon Al Dana Amphitheatre on 9 January 2026. The lineup features Fahad Al Kubaisi, Saudi vocalist Abadi Al-Johar, and Kuwaiti singer Mutrif Al-Mutrif for an evening covering traditional and contemporary Arabic music.
Al-Johar brings over four decades of experience to the stage, known for his warm vocal tone and work as both performer and composer across the Gulf. Al-Mutrif represents Kuwait’s newer generation of artists, blending traditional singing styles with modern production. Al Kubaisi rounds out the bill with his mix of authentic Gulf identity and contemporary arrangements. Tickets are available now.
Linkin Park returns to the stage on 18 January 2026 at Beyon Al Dana Amphitheatre, marking their first tour since reforming with new members Emily Armstrong and Colin Brittain. The From Zero World Tour follows their critically acclaimed album of the same name, which topped charts in 14 countries and produced “The Emptiness Machine,” the biggest rock song of 2024.
The band’s seven-year hiatus ended in September 2024, and they’ve since picked up Billboard Music Awards for Top Rock Duo/Group and Top Hard Rock Artist. With founding members Mike Shinoda, Brad Delson, Joe Hahn, and Dave “Phoenix” Farrell leading the charge alongside the new lineup, expect a setlist spanning their diamond-certified catalogue alongside fresh material. Tickets are selling fast.
John Mayer performs at the soon opening Terminal 4 on 20 January 2026, though tickets have already sold out. The seven-time Grammy winner brings decades of hits from his 20-million-album-selling career, including tracks from Room For Squares through to 2021’s Sob Rock.
Beyond his solo work, Mayer’s spent recent years as lead guitarist and vocalist for Dead & Company, including a record-breaking 50-show residency at Sphere in Las Vegas. His catalogue spans “Daughters,” “Gravity,” and “Last Train Home,” backed by guitar work that’s earned him a place among his generation’s most respected players. Tickets are sold out!
Majid Al Mohandis takes the stage at Beyon Al Dana Amphitheatre on 22 January 2026. The Iraqi artist’s powerful vocals and emotionally charged compositions have made him a staple across the Arab music scene, with a devoted following throughout the Gulf.
His performance at the amphitheatre offers an evening of soulful Arabic music against one of Bahrain’s most atmospheric outdoor venues. Get your tickets from here.
Dance music titan Calvin Harris brings his set to Exhibition World Bahrain on 29 January 2026. With over 35 billion combined streams and a Grammy Award already under his belt, the Scottish DJ and producer remains one of the most commercially successful electronic artists of the past two decades.
His collaborations read like a who’s who of global pop: Rihanna, Frank Ocean, The Weeknd, Pharrell Williams. Expect festival-ready production and a setlist packed with chart hits, from “We Found Love” to his latest releases. Tickets are available now.
Tony and Emmy-nominated vocalist Josh Groban performs at Bahrain National Theatre on 25 March 2026, though tickets have sold out. The multi-platinum artist brings his powerhouse voice to one of Bahrain’s premier indoor venues, offering a different flavour from the outdoor concerts dominating January’s lineup.
Groban’s 35-million-album career spans everything from chart-topping studio releases to Broadway roles, including his recent acclaimed turn as Sweeney Todd. His setlist typically draws from albums including Harmony, Bridges, and the seven-times-platinum Noël.
Getting There: Beyon Al Dana Amphitheatre hosts the majority of January’s concerts, while Exhibition World Bahrain handles the larger-scale productions. Check specific venue details and transport options when booking, as parking and access vary between sites.
Don’t forget – Bahrain’s getting an all-new concert venue that’s climate-controlled and seats about 3,500 people; so get ready for some larger than ever concerts hitting the island in 2026!
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