Band Linkin Park, absent from the UAE for 15 years, to make a comeback with an upcoming concert
Linkin Park Announces Return to UAE for From Zero World Tour
Renowned American rock band Linkin Park is set to make a comeback to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in 2026, as part of their From Zero World Tour. The tour, which has already gained significant attention, will also include performances in India and Bahrain.
The UAE concert is scheduled to take place at the Etihad Arena, Yas Island on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. Tickets for this much-anticipated event will go on sale on Thursday, September 4, 2025, at 12pm (Local Time). Pre-sales for Sakhir, Abu Dhabi began on Monday, September 1, 2025.
The band's Instagram post confirmed the participation of Mike Shinoda, Brad Delson, Joe Hahn, Dave Farrell, Emily Armstrong, and Colin Brittain in the From Zero World Tour. However, no specific information was provided about the Bahrain performance, whether it will be the band's first time performing there or not.
The From Zero World Tour setlist is expected to be a mix of brand-new hits like 'The Emptiness Machine' and 'Heavy Is The Crown', as well as iconic anthems spanning 20 years. Unfortunately, the band's Instagram post did not mention any specific songs from their new album 'From Zero' that will be included in the setlist for the UAE, India, or Bahrain performances.
Linkin Park's new album 'From Zero' debuted at #1 in 14 countries, indicating the band's continued popularity and the eagerness of fans to witness their live performances. This will be Linkin Park's first UAE performance since 2010, and their first India performance.
In a related development, tickets for Lollapalooza India are currently on sale. The exact date for the Bahrain performance has not been announced yet.
Fans are eagerly awaiting the opportunity to witness the iconic Linkin Park live in concert, and tickets for the Abu Dhabi and Bahrain performances are expected to sell out quickly. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting announcement.
