Clipse and Mustard headline BRED Abu Dhabi Arena opening night

Fresh off their Grammy win, hip-hop duo Clipse teams up with hitmaker Mustard for BRED Abu Dhabi's arena debut on April 23, 2026. The three-night series also features Gunna, Bryson Tiller, and Ayra Starr, with tickets starting from Dhs 245.

According to BRED Abu Dhabi's announcement, hip-hop legends Clipse and global hitmaker Mustard will headline the opening night of the BRED Arena concert series on Thursday, April 23, 2026. The Grammy-winning duo joins a star-studded lineup that includes Gunna, Bryson Tiller, and Ayra Starr across three nights in February 2026.

The lineup: three nights of hip-hop and R&B

The BRED Abu Dhabi festival has revealed an impressive roster for its arena concerts. Fresh from their first-ever Grammy win for Best Rap Performance at the 2026 Awards, Clipse—comprised of brothers Pusha T and Malice—bring decades of hip-hop credibility to Abu Dhabi.

Mustard, the Grammy-winning producer behind chart-toppers for Kendrick Lamar, Rihanna, and Roddy Ricch, completes the opening night bill with his signature West Coast sound.

The full concert schedule runs:

April 23: Clipse and Mustard
April 24: Gunna and Nemzzz
April 25: Bryson Tiller and Ayra Starr

What to expect from the performances

Clipse arrive at the peak of their celebrated comeback, known for their sharp lyricism and uncompromising influence on hip-hop culture. Their live performances blend classic cuts with newer material that earned them recent Grammy recognition.

Mustard's set promises high-energy club anthems and festival momentum, drawing from his catalogue of modern hip-hop and R&B productions. Atlanta's Gunna brings melodic trap stylings, while R&B crooner Bryson Tiller and Afrobeats star Ayra Starr round out the diverse lineup.

Tickets and pricing

Three ticket options are available for the BRED Abu Dhabi concerts:

Concert Tickets (Wave 1): From AED 245 — includes festival grounds access on concert day plus entry to selected BRED Arena show
5-Day Festival Passes (Wave 2): From AED 795 — includes 5-day festival access plus entry to all BRED Arena concerts
Day Passes (Wave 1): From AED 85 — festival grounds only, concerts not included

Tickets are available via official partners Ticketmaster UAE and Platinumlist.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is BRED Abu Dhabi 2026?

The BRED Abu Dhabi Arena concert series runs from April 23-25, 2026, as part of the larger BRED Abu Dhabi festival. Clipse and Mustard perform April 23, Gunna and Nemzzz on April 24, and Bryson Tiller with Ayra Starr on April 25.

Who is performing at BRED Abu Dhabi Arena?

The announced lineup includes Clipse and Mustard (April 23), Gunna and Nemzzz (April 24), and Bryson Tiller and Ayra Starr (April 25). All artists are performing as part of the three-night concert series.

How much are tickets for BRED Abu Dhabi concerts?

Concert tickets start from AED 245 and include festival grounds access plus entry to your selected concert. 5-Day Festival Passes are AED 795, whilst Day Passes (festival grounds only) start from AED 85.

Where can I buy tickets for BRED Abu Dhabi?

Tickets are available via official ticketing partners Ticketmaster UAE at www.ticketmaster.ae and Platinumlist at www.platinumlist.net. All ticket types are currently on sale.