27TH EDITION OF IIFA WEEKEND & AWARDS RETURNS TO ABU DHABI IN 2027
THE 27TH EDITION OF IIFA WEEKEND & AWARDS SET TO TAKE OVER ETIHAD ARENA, YAS ISLAND, ABU DHABI, ON 22ND – 23RD JANUARY 2027
- IIFA 2027 Return to Yas Island, Abu Dhabi Officially Announced at Arabian Travel Market 2026
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- IIFA 2027 Unveils a Power-Packed Line-Up: The star-studded celebrations will feature Salman Khan, Karan Johar, Shahid Kapoor, Varun Dhawan, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Janhvi Kapoor, Pankaj Tripathi and Ali Fazal, coming together for an unforgettable IIFA Weekend & Awards in Yas Island, Abu Dhabi.
The International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Weekend & Awards is coming back to Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, for its fourth showcase in the destination, marking another landmark chapter in IIFA’s global journey. The highly anticipated 27th Edition of IIFA Weekend & Awards returns to Abu Dhabi in 2027 and will take place at the iconic Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, held in partnership with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi and Miral, the leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences in Abu Dhabi.
The landmark moment unfolded at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 as IIFA officially announced the return of the 27th Edition of IIFA Weekend & Awards to Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. The occasion was marked by a ceremonial signing celebrating the continued IIFA – Abu Dhabi partnership, setting the stage for IIFA’s spectacular return to Yas Island, Abu Dhabi.
IIFA 2027 will bring together two days of star power, music, spectacular performances and cinematic excellence, once again creating a global meeting point for audiences, artists, creators and communities from around the world.
IIFA AND ABU DHABI: A PARTNERSHIP THAT CONTINUES TO GROW
Abu Dhabi is a destination that welcomes the world, where cultures connect, creativity thrives and extraordinary experiences bring people together. With its distinctive blend of culture, entertainment, hospitality and innovation, the emirate has established itself as one of the world’s most dynamic destinations, creating memorable experiences for visitors and communities from across the globe.
At the heart of this vision, Yas Island has emerged as a globally renowned destination for entertainment and leisure, bringing together world-class attractions, spectacular LIVE events and immersive experiences unlike anywhere else. IIFA’s return for its fourth showcase in Abu Dhabi celebrates a partnership that has continued to grow in ambition and global impact, strengthening the connection between Abu Dhabi and the global Indian entertainment community.
For more than 26 years, IIFA has taken Indian cinema to the world. In Abu Dhabi, it has found a natural global stage, a destination that shares IIFA’s belief in the power of entertainment to connect cultures, create unforgettable moments and bring audiences together from across borders.
IIFA 2027 will build on this shared vision, once again placing Yas Island, Abu Dhabi at the centre of a global celebration of Indian cinema, culture and entertainment.