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Scorpions to light up Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi on October 21, 2025/ Image: @scorpions/X

TL;DRScorpions are playing one night only at Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi on October 21, 2025Part of their “Coming Home” tour celebrating 60 years of musicExpect the classics, loud guitars, and a packed crowdScorpions are back. And this time, it’s more than just another stop on a world tour. The legendary German rock band is heading to Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi on October 21, bringing their Coming Home tour to the UAE capital for the first time in years. It’s a rare appearance and it marks six decades since the band formed. That kind of longevity is almost unheard of in rock.They’ll hit the stage with a setlist built from some of the most recognizable songs in rock history. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or just curious about what a six-decade career sounds like live, this is a show that promises real energy and a connection that goes beyond just the hits.

Who Are Scorpions?

Scorpions started out in Hanover, Germany in 1965. That’s before Led Zeppelin released a single track. They’ve been at it ever since, writing, recording, touring, and adapting. Few bands from their era are still active, and even fewer are still selling out arenas.They’re best known for a handful of rock staples:

But if you stop at the hits, you miss the bigger story. Scorpions have released over 20 studio albums. They’ve sold more than 100 million records worldwide. And they’ve performed in over 100 countries, including places that rarely host international rock shows.This isn’t a reunion or comeback tour. Scorpions never really left.

When Were They Last in the UAE?

Scorpions haven’t played Abu Dhabi in a long time. Their last UAE concert was in Dubai in 2017, part of a limited Middle East run. Before that, you’d have to go back even further to catch them in the region.This 2025 show at Etihad Arena marks their return to the UAE capital and it’s a one-night stop. With no current plans for a second show, this might be your only chance to catch them live in Abu Dhabi for a while.The show is part of their “Coming Home” tour, which starts in Cairo on October 15 and continues through Abu Dhabi on October 21. More dates across the region are expected, but nothing else has been confirmed at this point.

What to Expect at the Abu Dhabi Show

No gimmicks. No backing tracks. Just a tight, seasoned band doing what they’ve always done best: loud guitars, strong melodies, and a connection with the crowd that doesn’t feel forced.The Etihad Arena show is expected to include songs from across their 60-year catalog. Fans can expect both the well-known anthems and deeper cuts that show off the band’s range, from hard rock to power ballads.It’s not about reinventing the wheel. It’s about proving that after six decades, Scorpions still care about the music and the fans who’ve stuck with them.

Behind the Tour

The “Coming Home” tour is a nod to the band’s roots, but also to the many cities and countries that have supported them over the years.The Abu Dhabi stop is presented by Live Nation Middle East, in partnership with the Department of Culture and Tourism, Abu Dhabi, and Miral. It’s part of a growing trend of major acts choosing the UAE capital as a key stop on global tours.The show comes at a time when Abu Dhabi continues to grow its live music scene, welcoming acts from across genres and generations.

Tour Date, Venue and More:

Will there be more Middle East dates?The tour begins in Cairo on October 15 and continues to Abu Dhabi on October 21. More dates may be added, but as of now, no further Middle East shows are confirmed.

FAQs

Fans can expect hits like “Wind of Change,” “Rock You Like a Hurricane,” and other classics.

They’ve been performing for over 60 years, making them one of the longest-running rock bands.

Yes, it marks Scorpions’ 60th anniversary as a band.