Sharjah welcomes the Ahmed Saad and Siilawy New Year Concert on Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at Al Majaz Amphitheatre, Corniche Street, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. Doors open at 7:30 PM and the show starts at 9:00 PM, so you can plan your evening around a late headline set. For venue help, call Al Majaz Amphitheatre on +971 6 512 3440 or email info@almajazamphitheatre.ae. For event listing support, Sharjah Events can be reached at 80080000 or +971 6 512 3456, and via info@sharjahevents.ae. Tickets are required. (family-friendly for older kids, suitable for couples, suitable for solo)
Why Al Majaz feels special on New Year’s Eve
Al Majaz Amphitheatre is an open-air venue that sits right on the waterfront, so the night often feels festive before you even enter. Moreover, the surrounding Al Majaz area turns into a natural pre-show stroll, especially if you arrive early for photos and a calm walk. However, New Year’s Eve brings heavier crowd pressure, so the same scenic approach can slow down once peak arrivals begin. Therefore, a simple plan is to reach the waterfront early, settle, and then move toward the gates before doors open. Expect a busy waterfront environment.
The artists and the concert energy
Ahmed Saad usually delivers a powerful, crowd-first set, mixing emotional choruses with the kind of hits people sing loudly together. Meanwhile, Siilawy brings a modern edge that blends pop and urban influences, so the pacing often stays lively rather than sentimental for too long. Because this pairing lands on New Year’s Eve, the audience tends to lean into celebration mode, and that adds volume and momentum to the show. Additionally, an outdoor amphitheatre amplifies the shared atmosphere, so even solo guests often feel pulled into the moment. This is a high-energy Arabic pop night.
Timing that keeps the night stress free
Doors open at 7:30 PM and the show starts at 9:00 PM, so arriving between 7:45 PM and 8:30 PM usually gives you a smoother entry. However, if you show up close to 9:00 PM, queues can thicken fast because checks and seat finding take longer on peak dates. Therefore, it helps to treat 8:30 PM as your personal deadline to be inside and settled. Moreover, if you want snacks and a restroom break, earlier entry makes that easier without missing the start. Late arrival can mean a rushed entry.
Ticket prices and trusted places to buy
Ticket prices have been advertised from approximately AED 240, while higher categories can rise based on seating and demand. Because New Year’s Eve inventory can shift quickly, you should treat prices as approximate until you complete checkout. The most reliable ticket sources to use are SHARJAHEVENTS and PLATINUMLIST, since they match the official listing route for this concert. Additionally, if you are buying for a group, choosing the same section often matters more than chasing a perfect row. Buy only through trusted ticketing platforms.
Getting there from Dubai Abu Dhabi and nearby areas
From Dubai, many people prefer to leave in the afternoon, because evening traffic into Sharjah can turn short distances into long drives. Moreover, if intercity bus services operate as scheduled, you can use bus E306 toward Sharjah and get off near Al Qasba, then walk a short distance to the waterfront area. From Abu Dhabi, driving earlier helps even more, and it also gives you time for dinner before doors. Therefore, groups coming from Ajman and Umm Al Quwain often plan a meet-up point near Al Majaz and arrive together to reduce last-minute stress. Build a buffer for cross-emirate traffic.
Parking and drop off decisions around Al Majaz
Parking around Al Majaz Waterfront can feel tight on big nights, so arriving early usually saves the most time and frustration. Additionally, if you use taxis or ride-hailing, you can often avoid the slow loop of parking searches, although pickups after the show may still take time. Therefore, it helps to set a pickup point a few minutes’ walk away from the busiest curb areas, so your driver can reach you faster. Moreover, comfortable shoes matter, because you may walk more than expected from parking or drop-off zones. Parking capacity is limited.
WARNINGS AND TIPS CLOSING PARAGRAPH
On Wednesday, December 31, 2025, Sharjah is expected to stay clear and pleasant, around 25°C in the afternoon and about 20 to 22°C during the 7:30 PM to 11:00 PM window, so light layers and a thin jacket will feel right by the water. Therefore, aim to arrive before 7:30 PM, because traffic and pedestrian congestion usually intensify from early evening near popular waterfront areas, and parking can slow you down. If intercity buses operate normally, E306 can help some Dubai visitors avoid driving stress, while taxis and ride-hailing remain the simplest backup option. Ticket and door prices may change and should be treated as approximately, and the most reliable places to buy are SHARJAHEVENTS and PLATINUMLIST. Get there early and keep your return plan flexible. Notes like these are often shaped by the practical New Year crowd checks shared by the editor team at www.few.ae.
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