by Angelo De Guzman
From BTS taking over stadiums across Asia to Tomorrowland finally arriving in Thailand, here are NYLON Singapore’s top picks of concerts and festivals worth planning your next getaway around before we say goodbye to 2026.
There are two kinds of people when December rolls around. Those who start winding down for the holidays, and those who are already checking flights and concert dates while wondering whether they can squeeze in one more trip before the year ends. If you belong to the second group, you’re in luck, because there’s still plenty happening on the live music calendar.
And we’re talking about more than your usual concert experience. Think desert raves beneath the Egyptian sky, beachfront festivals in Mexico, nostalgic singalongs with some of pop’s biggest names, and New Year’s Eve parties that might just be worth missing your usual countdown plans for. From intimate performances to massive festival productions, there’s something for practically every kind of music lover.
So, whether you’re travelling for your favourite artist or simply looking for an excuse to explore somewhere new, we’ve rounded up the events worth putting on your radar this November and December, complete with dates, destinations, and everything you need to start planning.
Asia Pacific
Joji’s Singapore Concerts Are For Anyone Who Loves A Good Sad Song
21–22 November 2026 | Arena @ EXPO, Singapore
Some songs just hit differently when you hear them live. And if Glimpse of Us or Slow Dancing in the Dark has ever soundtracked a particularly emotional chapter of your life, you’ll understand why Joji’s return to Singapore deserves a spot on your calendar. The singer is bringing his Solaris tour to Arena @ EXPO for two consecutive nights, introducing new production and material from Piss In The Wind alongside the songs that made him a familiar name on everyone’s heartbreak playlist.
Joji has always had a way of making even his biggest songs feel intensely personal, and hearing those familiar melodies in a room full of people singing along could be reason enough to go. Both performances begin at 8pm, with mobile-only tickets available through Ticketmaster. With two consecutive dates to choose from, it’s also an easy concert to build a weekend in Singapore around.
Tickets: Joji Solaris Singapore
Guns N’ Roses Delivers Three Hours Of Rock Nostalgia To Singapore
25 November 2026 | National Stadium, Singapore
If there’s ever a good reason to dig out your old band T-shirt, this might be it. Guns N’ Roses are returning to Singapore’s National Stadium, with Axl Rose, Slash, and Duff McKagan bringing decades of rock history back to the stage. Whether you grew up listening to them or discovered their music through your parents’ playlists, chances are you’ll recognise more songs than you expect.
From Sweet Child O’ Mine to November Rain and Welcome to the Jungle, the band’s catalogue has enough material to turn the entire stadium into one enormous singalong. And you’ll definitely want comfortable shoes, because organisers have advised audiences to expect approximately three hours of music. The concert begins at 7pm, with doors opening at 5pm, making this one evening you’ll want to plan properly.
Tickets: Guns N’ Roses Singapore
Holy Priest Makes Thailand Debut At Together Festival
27–28 November 2026 | BITEC Live, Bangkok, Thailand
Bangkok’s electronic music calendar is getting considerably louder this November, and Together Festival is giving dance music fans plenty of reasons to pay attention. Returning to BITEC for two days, the festival has announced a lineup featuring Boys Noize, Timmy Trumpet, ISOxo, Knock2, Dombresky, HOL!, LUCH, and an exclusive back-to-back performance from Olly James and AVAO. But one name is likely to get hard techno fans particularly excited: Holy Priest, who will be making his Thailand debut.
The lineup is an interesting reflection of where electronic music is heading, bringing together established festival favourites and a younger generation pushing heavier, faster sounds. Holy Priest’s appearance adds another dimension to a programme that already moves between house, techno, and bass music, while ISOxo and Knock2 bring their own high-energy approach to the weekend.
Tickets: Together Festival Bangkok
5 Seconds Of Summer Brings Pop-Rock Era Back To Singapore
3 December 2026 | The Star Theatre, Singapore
Remember when She Looks So Perfect was practically impossible to escape? More than a decade later, 5 Seconds of Summer are still making music, touring the world, and giving fans plenty of reasons to revisit their pop-rock era. The Australian band is bringing its Everyone’s A Star! world tour to Singapore’s Star Theatre, with an additional concert scheduled for 3 December following its earlier November date.
The show brings Luke Hemmings, Michael Clifford, Calum Hood, and Ashton Irwin back together on stage, offering longtime listeners a chance to revisit the songs they grew up with while hearing the band’s newer material. And while the venue is considerably smaller than Singapore’s National Stadium, that could be part of the appeal for fans who prefer seeing their favourite artists in a theatre setting. The performance begins at 8pm, with VIP packages offering additional experiences, including access to a pre-show soundcheck.
Tickets: 5 Seconds of Summer Singapore
Anyma Gives Bangkok His Only ÆDEN Experience in Southeast Asia
5 December 2026 | MCOT Land, Bangkok, Thailand
Anyone who’s spent time scrolling through videos of Anyma’s performances will know that his shows are quite something. Towering digital figures, surreal landscapes, and visuals that seem to stretch beyond the stage have become signatures of Matteo Milleri’s audiovisual universe. Presented by NEON Events, Bangkok is getting its own encounter with ÆDEN, the artist’s latest production that brings together electronic music, technology, and a visual narrative exploring the relationship between humanity and nature.
Taking over MCOT Land for one night, the show is particularly appealing for anyone who enjoys live music with a strong visual component. Where you stand could make a difference to the experience, with ticket categories ranging from general admission to VIP standing and on-stage hospitality packages. Doors open at 4pm, and the event is restricted to guests aged 20 and above, so it’s worth checking the admission details before making travel plans.
Tomorrowland Thailand Is Finally Happening, And We’re Ready For It
11–13 December 2026 | Wisdom Valley, Chonburi, Thailand
For years, Asian festivalgoers have watched Tomorrowland’s spectacular stages from afar, dreaming of experiencing the magic without flying all the way to Belgium. This December, that dream gets a little closer to home as Tomorrowland brings its first full-scale Asian festival to Wisdom Valley in Chonburi. Brought to life through a partnership between Belgium’s WEAREONE.world and Thailand’s One Asia Ventures, the festival is going big for its Asian debut, with six stages and an expected 150,000 festivalgoers across three days.
Six stages are expected, including the iconic Mainstage, CORE, and Freedom, while the festival’s Consciencia theme promises another chapter of Tomorrowland’s imaginative universe. The festival also welcomes ANKER and soundcore as official technology partners, with ANKER taking over the Crystal Garden stage in Thailand. The partnership follows their involvement at Tomorrowland Belgium earlier this year, where on-site charging solutions helped festivalgoers stay connected throughout the weekend. With festival passes already officially sold out, anyone hoping to experience Tomorrowland’s first full-scale Asian edition will need to secure admission before booking their flights.
Official information: Tomorrowland Thailand
BTS Returns To Singapore and Four Stadium Nights Still Aren’t Enough
17, 19, 20 and 22 December 2026 | National Stadium, Singapore
Seven years is a long time to wait, especially when you’re part of one of the world’s most dedicated fandoms. BTS is finally returning to Singapore for its first full-group concerts in the city in seven years, bringing the ARIRANG world tour to the National Stadium for four performances. And with a 360-degree stage designed to give fans views from different parts of the stadium, the group is clearly making its return a major occasion.
For Singaporean ARMYs, the concerts are a long-awaited homecoming of sorts, while overseas fans have another opportunity to experience the group’s reunion tour in Asia. Unfortunately, getting tickets is another story, with Ticketmaster currently marking all four dates as sold out. For those lucky enough to have secured admission, the performances fall immediately before Christmas, making it tempting to turn the concert into a longer year-end holiday.
Official information: BTS Singapore
EDC Thailand Gives Us Another Reason To Escape To Phuket
18–20 December 2026 | Rhythm Park, Phuket, Thailand
Beaches during the day and bass drops after sunset? Phuket might have figured out the perfect December itinerary. EDC Thailand returns to Rhythm Park for three days of electronic music, bringing its familiar combination of elaborate stages, colourful roaming performers, and larger-than-life installations back to the island. And with Tomorrowland Thailand taking place just one week earlier, December is turning into a particularly busy month for dance music fans across the country.
Unlike festivals that run well into the early hours, EDC Thailand is scheduled from 3pm until midnight each day, leaving plenty of time to explore Phuket before heading to the festival grounds. Organisers have also released single-day tickets alongside the full weekend passes, making it easier to plan around a particular day. Admission is restricted to guests aged 20 and above, and visitors should check the festival’s entry conditions before arriving.
Sunburn Sends The Festival Energy Back To Mumbai
18–19 December 2026 | Mahalaxmi Racecourse, Mumbai, India
Mumbai knows how to throw a party, and Sunburn is returning to give the city another reason to dance. The electronic music festival is taking over Mahalaxmi Racecourse for two days, bringing its festival atmosphere into the heart of one of India’s busiest cities. For international visitors, the location makes this a particularly interesting option, especially if you’d rather spend your days exploring a city than travelling between a remote festival site and your hotel.
Think afternoons discovering Mumbai’s cafés, restaurants, and galleries before heading to the festival grounds for an evening of electronic music. The programme begins at 2pm on both days, with general admission and upgraded hospitality categories available. Anyone planning to travel specifically for an individual DJ should check the latest lineup announcements before booking, but the festival itself already provides a good excuse to experience Mumbai in December.
Tickets: Sunburn Festival 2026
Beyond The Valley Welcomes John Summit and Black Eyed Peas To Australia
28 December 2026 – 1 January 2027 | Barunah Plains, Victoria, Australia
If spending New Year’s Eve in a crowded city isn’t quite your thing, how about welcoming 2027 in the Australian countryside with John Summit behind the decks? Beyond The Valley is returning to Barunah Plains in Victoria for its 11th edition, bringing four days and nights of music, camping, and plenty of reasons to stay up past midnight. And with Black Eyed Peas making an Australian-exclusive appearance, this year’s celebration is shaping up to be a particularly nostalgic one.
The lineup also features KI/KI, Skepta, Overmono, Armand Van Helden, and Nia Archives, bringing together everything from house and techno to hip-hop and UK garage. But there’s more to Beyond The Valley than its stages, with festivalgoers able to explore interactive experiences such as The Lounge Room, discover the hidden camping area known as The Woods, and catch special stage takeovers throughout the event. John Summit will take charge of the New Year’s Eve countdown, giving dance music fans a pretty good reason to start 2027 somewhere other than their usual party spot.
Middle East
Zamna Turns Egypt’s Sinai Desert Into A Three-Day Dancefloor
20–22 November 2026 | Khoroum Valley, Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt
Imagine dancing beneath the stars, surrounded by towering desert mountains, with some of electronic music’s biggest names providing the soundtrack. That’s the setting for Zamna’s return to Egypt, where the festival is taking over Khoroum Valley in South Sinai for three days this November. Following its debut in the country in 2025, the event is expanding its production and welcoming another international lineup to one of the region’s most striking natural landscapes.
And the lineup is worth travelling for. Sasha & John Digweed, CamelPhat, Marco Carola, Mind Against, Gordo, Korolova, MRAK, SHIMZA, MËSTIZA, and Major League DJZ are among the artists announced, bringing together different corners of the house and techno scene. The location also makes it easy to build a longer holiday around the event, with Sharm El Sheikh’s Red Sea resorts providing a contrasting daytime experience to the desert dancefloor. Festival packages and transfers are available through the event’s official channels, although visitors should check their arrangements before travelling.
Abu Dhabi’s Formula 1 Weekend Is Basically A Music Festival With A Race Attached
3–6 December 2026 | Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Sure, the Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix is technically about racing. But anyone who’s experienced the city’s race weekend knows that the entertainment extends far beyond the circuit. This December, Yas Island is preparing for four days of concerts, parties, and late nights, with a lineup that reads like several music festivals rolled into one. Lewis Capaldi and Zara Larsson kick things off on Thursday, Jennifer Lopez and Alex Warren take Friday, Imagine Dragons headline Saturday, and The Chainsmokers and The Script close the weekend on Sunday.
Electronic music fans have plenty to look forward to as well, with Anyma bringing ÆDEN to Yas Gateway Park on 4 December, while 16/360 hosts Shimza, CamelPhat, and Black Coffee across the weekend. With so much happening simultaneously, the biggest challenge might be deciding where to spend your evening. One important detail to remember is that the after-race concerts require Grand Prix tickets, while selected parties and hospitality experiences have separate admission arrangements.
Official information: Abu Dhabi Grand Prix entertainment
Rema Is Bringing Afrobeats To Sole DXB’s Final Day
13 December 2026 | The Square, Nad Al Sheba, Dubai, UAE
Sneakers, streetwear, music, and a crowd that knows how to dress for the occasion. Sole DXB has always been about more than the performances, and this year’s edition is shaping up to be another celebration of youth culture. Taking the main stage on Sunday, 13 December, Rema will headline the festival’s final day, bringing his Afrobeats sound to an event where fashion, art, sport, and music regularly cross paths.
The wider lineup is just as interesting, with Overmono, Nia Archives, Lola Young, Masego, Smino, and Yussef Dayes among the artists announced. That mix is part of what makes Sole DXB appealing, because you could arrive for one performer and leave with several new names on your playlist. For fans travelling specifically to see Rema, Sunday is the date to prioritise, although his exact performance time is still to be announced.
Katy Perry Rings In 2027 With Fireworks At Atlantis Dubai
31 December 2026 | Atlantis, The Palm, Dubai, UAE
If you’re going to end the year with a bang, having Katy Perry sing Firework while actual fireworks light up the Dubai skyline sounds like a pretty good plan. The pop superstar is headlining Atlantis Dubai’s Under the Stars New Year’s Eve gala, bringing her catalogue of hits to one of the city’s most recognisable resorts. And considering the occasion, there’s a good chance that Roar and Firework will feel particularly appropriate when midnight approaches.
The evening combines an outdoor concert, dinner, live entertainment, and the resort’s annual fireworks celebration, with Perry accompanied by a 30-piece band. It’s worth remembering that this is a gala experience rather than a conventional concert, so guests should pay attention to dining packages and admission arrangements before making plans. The performance itself takes place at Atlantis, The Palm, making it an option for anyone looking to combine a major pop concert with Dubai’s New Year’s Eve celebrations.
Official information: Atlantis Dubai New Year’s Eve
Argy Unleashes NEWORLD To Ushuaïa Dubai For New Year’s Eve
31 December 2026 | Ushuaïa Dubai Harbour Experience, Dubai, UAE
Not everyone wants to spend New Year’s Eve sitting through a formal dinner, especially when there’s a dancefloor waiting somewhere. For electronic music fans in Dubai, Argy is offering another way to welcome 2027, bringing his NEWORLD audiovisual concept to Ushuaïa Dubai Harbour Experience for a night of melodic techno, large-scale visuals, and a countdown by the waterfront.
The Greek DJ has become a familiar name on international festival lineups through tracks such as Tataki, Aria, and Voices in My Head, and NEWORLD takes his music into a more theatrical setting. Joining him for the evening are Chloé Caillet, Hardt Antoine, and Solance, giving the event a lineup that moves between different shades of electronic music. With doors opening at 7pm, guests can expect an evening built around the music before the countdown to midnight.
Tickets: Argy presents NEWORLD
North America
ILLENIUM Takes Fans On A Beach Holiday At Ember Shores
20–22 November 2026 | Barceló Riviera Maya Resort, Mexico
Most music festivals involve camping grounds, long walks between stages, and figuring out where to grab a decent meal. Ember Shores takes a rather different approach, inviting ILLENIUM fans to spend three days at an all-inclusive beachfront resort in Mexico. Returning to Barceló Riviera Maya Resort this November, the destination festival combines intimate performances, multiple stages, and resort activities in an experience designed around the artist’s community of fans.
The setting is a major part of the appeal, with guests able to spend their days by the beach, join excursions, or explore the resort before heading into the music programme. ILLENIUM will perform across the weekend alongside a supporting lineup, while activities such as snorkelling and catamaran excursions offer plenty to do beyond the dancefloor. The event is officially sold out, although fans can join the waitlist should additional rooms or packages become available.
Official information: Ember Shores
KATSEYE Gives Los Angeles The Wildworld Tour
21–22 November 2026 | Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, USA
KATSEYE’s rise has been difficult to ignore, especially if your social feeds have been filled with the group’s choreography, performances, and increasingly devoted fanbase. Now, the multinational girl group is bringing its Wildworld tour to Los Angeles for two nights at Crypto.com Arena, giving fans another opportunity to see the group take its polished pop performances to an arena stage.
The group’s appeal goes beyond catchy songs, with tightly coordinated choreography and a strong visual identity becoming central to the KATSEYE experience. Both concerts begin at 8pm, and the downtown Los Angeles venue makes it relatively easy to build a weekend around the shows. Ticket availability may be limited, with Ticketmaster directing fans towards the official waitlist when seats are unavailable, so securing admission should be the first step before booking a flight.
Official tickets: KATSEYE Wildworld Tour
Dreamstate Vancouver Welcomes Tiësto Back To His Trance Roots
28 November 2026 | Tradex, Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada
Long before Tiësto became a familiar name on the world’s biggest festival mainstages, trance was at the heart of his musical identity. This November, fans will get another opportunity to hear that side of the Dutch DJ as he headlines Dreamstate Vancouver, bringing a special trance set to Tradex in Abbotsford. For longtime listeners who remember the music that helped define his earlier career, that alone could make the journey worthwhile.
The rest of the lineup makes the event even more appealing for trance fans, with Dash Berlin, Darude, Aaron Hibell, Benwal, Matty Ralph, and Modeā joining the programme. It’s an interesting mix of artists who helped shape the genre and newer names introducing it to another generation. The event runs from 6pm until 2am, and while it’s marketed as Dreamstate Vancouver, the venue is actually in Abbotsford, so visitors should factor in the journey when arranging accommodation and transport.
Official information: Dreamstate
Proper NYE Gets an Enormous Electronic Music Lineup To San Diego
31 December 2026 – 1 January 2027 | Petco Park, San Diego, California, USA
If your idea of a perfect New Year’s Eve involves dancing until your legs give up, San Diego might be the place to be. Proper NYE is returning to Petco Park with a two-day celebration that brings together an impressive collection of house, techno, and electronic music artists. And with names such as FISHER, Four Tet, Kaskade, Lane 8, Sara Landry, I Hate Models, and Green Velvet on the programme, choosing which sets to catch could become a serious scheduling challenge.
The lineup also includes several interesting back-to-back performances, including Cloonee with Kettama and Josh Baker, alongside Four Tet with Tiga. It’s the sort of programming that makes Proper NYE particularly appealing to fans who follow electronic music beyond the biggest festival headliners. The celebration begins on 31 December and continues into New Year’s Day, making this one of the few entries on our list that carries the party straight into 2027. For anyone planning a year-end trip to California, it’s a strong reason to spend the countdown in San Diego.
Europe
La Discothèque Celebrates 10 Years With A Massive London Disco Party
13 November 2026 | Drumsheds, London, United Kingdom
If there’s one thing London knows how to do, it’s throw a proper dance party. And La Discothèque is celebrating its 10th anniversary with the kind of lineup that makes you wish you had three pairs of legs. Taking over Drumsheds for one night, the anniversary celebration brings together Purple Disco Machine, Folamour, Jayda G, Dan Shake, and Ron Trent, giving disco and house lovers plenty of reasons to clear their Friday evening.
The party will spread across three rooms, which means there’s a good chance you’ll spend half the night trying to decide which DJ to catch next. Purple Disco Machine’s infectious disco-house sound should provide plenty of familiar moments, while Masters at Work and Ron Trent bring decades of dance music history to the occasion. With the celebration running from 7pm until 3am, there’s enough time to explore the different rooms, discover a few new favourites, and remember why disco has never really gone out of style.
Bónusz Festival Brings Underground Techno To Budapest
13–14 November 2026 | Budapest, Hungary
Budapest might be famous for its thermal baths, beautiful architecture, and ruin bars, but electronic music fans have another reason to visit this November. Bónusz Festival is returning for two nights, bringing together a lineup that leans into the darker and more underground side of dance music. Among the names announced are 999999999, Kevin de Vries, and Layla Benitez, offering a mix of hard-hitting techno, melodic sounds, and late-night club energy.
It’s an interesting combination for anyone whose playlists move between different corners of electronic music. Italian duo 999999999 are known for their intense acid techno performances, while Kevin de Vries brings a more melodic approach and Layla Benitez adds her own distinctive sound to the programme. And with Budapest’s nightlife scene waiting beyond the festival, this could easily become a weekend built around discovering the city’s clubs, bars, and music culture.
Official Information: Bónusz Festival
Polaris Festival Turns The Swiss Alps Into A Dancefloor
20–21 and 27–28 November 2026 | Verbier, Switzerland
Most people visit the Swiss Alps for mountain views, cosy chalets, and the occasional fondue. Polaris Festival is giving electronic music lovers another reason to make the journey, returning to Verbier for two weekends of music surrounded by some of Europe’s most spectacular alpine scenery. And if the idea of combining a mountain getaway with a proper techno session sounds appealing, this one deserves a closer look.
The programme features Carl Craig, Charlotte de Witte, and Reznik, bringing different generations and styles of electronic music into the same mountain setting. Carl Craig’s Detroit techno legacy sits alongside Charlotte de Witte’s driving sound, while Reznik brings a different energy to the lineup. With events spread across two weekends, visitors have a little more flexibility to plan their trip, whether that means spending a few days exploring Verbier or making the festival the centrepiece of a longer Swiss holiday.
Westlife Celebrates 25 Years Of Boyband Nostalgia In Amsterdam
23 November 2026 | Ziggo Dome, Amsterdam, Netherlands
If you grew up singing My Love, Flying Without Wings, or Swear It Again into a hairbrush, Westlife’s upcoming Amsterdam concert might be the reunion your teenage self has been waiting for. The Irish pop group is bringing its 25th Anniversary World Tour to Ziggo Dome on 23 November, marking its first-ever performance in Amsterdam. And considering how many of their songs have survived decades of changing music trends, there’s a good chance the audience will remember every word.
The anniversary tour celebrates a quarter-century of Westlife’s career, giving longtime fans the opportunity to revisit the ballads and pop anthems that helped define an era. The concert begins at 8pm, leaving plenty of time to explore Amsterdam before heading to the venue. Whether you’re travelling specifically for the show or already planning a November city break, it’s a pretty good excuse to indulge in a little nostalgia.
There’s Still Time For One More Trip Before 2027
With the year almost over, there’s still plenty of time to make another music memory before the calendar changes. Maybe it’s finally experiencing Tomorrowland without travelling to Europe, seeing BTS together on stage again, or spending New Year’s Eve dancing beneath the Dubai skyline.
And while the lineups are certainly tempting, sometimes the best part of travelling for music is everything that happens around the concert itself. The cafés you discover, the people you meet, the cities you explore, and the songs that somehow sound different when you’re hearing them somewhere new.
Whatever your end of year plans looks like, the final stretch of 2026 has plenty of reasons to take it somewhere new. Be it five hours away from Singapore or across the continent, just make sure you’ve got the tickets before booking the flight.
Image Credit: Tomorrowland Belgium 2026
