A legendary evening with pop music icon Ricky Martin took place in the capital of the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi. This marked his first appearance at the 'Saadiyat Nights' 2026 festival. The concert was held under the open sky on a stage specially built for the occasion on Saadiyat Island, in the presence of a large crowd of fans of the famous Latin artist.
The audience enjoyed the rhythms and exceptional performance of the multi-Grammy award-winning artist. Martin presented a selection of his songs that have achieved worldwide fame for over three decades. The Puerto Rican artist ignited the audience with a diverse set of danceable, celebratory melodies and emotive, rhythmic tracks.
Martin, who was honored with the first-ever 'Latin Icon' award at the 2025 MTV Europe Music Awards, is regarded as one of the brightest stars in global music. During the concert, the artist expressed his excitement about his first show in Abu Dhabi, addressing the crowd: 'My dear audience in Abu Dhabi, are you ready for an amazing night? I am proud of this wonderful audience that appreciates art. Your support and warm applause are the fuel that gives me energy, and your smiles are what drive me to always return to the stage'.
