The Mother of the Nation (MOTN) festival in Abu Dhabi is back with a bang, featuring an impressive lineup of international and regional artists. The event, held at the Abu Dhabi Corniche, promises 24 days of exhilarating live music and entertainment, including spectacular New Year’s Eve celebrations.
Key Takeaways
- The festival runs for 24 days at the Abu Dhabi Corniche.
- Headliners include Nancy Ajram, Tamer Hosny, and the Black Eyed Peas.
- The event features a mix of international and regional artists.
- Special New Year’s Eve performances are planned.
Star-Studded Lineup
Lebanese pop sensation Nancy Ajram, Egyptian singer Tamer Hosny, and American group Black Eyed Peas are among the headliners. Ajram, known for hits like ‘Ah W Noss’ and ‘Akhasmak Ah,’ will perform on Saturday. The evening will open with a set by local DJ Aseel, followed by Egyptian star Ramy Sabry.
On December 13, the Grammy Award-winning Black Eyed Peas will take the stage. The trio, consisting of will.i.am, Apl.de.Ap, and Taboo, has sold 35 million albums and 120 million singles worldwide.
Tribute and Nostalgia
On December 16, a Taylor Swift tribute band, ‘Let’s Sing Taylor,’ will entertain Swifties with covers from her Grammy-award-winning albums, including ‘Fearless,’ ‘1989,’ and ‘Folklore.’
On December 23, Grammy-nominated Syrian singer Rasha Rizk will perform, taking audiences on a nostalgic trip with her ethereal music, recognized from Arabic theme songs for popular cartoons.
Diverse Performances
On December 30, the dynamic band Cairokee will deliver a passionate performance. Palestinian-Jordanian rapper and singer El Far3i will also entertain folk and hip-hop enthusiasts.
The festival culminates in an extraordinary New Year’s Eve celebration. Tamer Hosny will headline the night, sharing the stage with Iraqi singer and composer Saif Nabeel.
Event Details
The festival is organized by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT – Abu Dhabi) in partnership with event producer Brag. It will be open daily from 4 pm to midnight until December 30, and from 4 pm to 1 am on December 31.
For more details and ticket bookings, visit the official MOTN website and Ticketmaster.