Grammy Award-Winning Gipsy Kings And Guy Manoukian To Perform At AlUla’s Maraya In January 2026

Chart-topping guitar slingers the Gipsy Kings will bring their popular blend of Catalan rumba, flamenco, pop, salsa, and rock, to the iconic setting of AlUla on 2 January 2026 alongside virtuoso pianist and composer Guy Manoukian for an unforgettable night of music as part of the Maraya Classical Concert Series.

The Gipsy Kings have sold more than 20 million albums worldwide, their self-titled 1987 album, Gipsy Kings, was a global phenomenon, certified gold and platinum in numerous countries and charting for 40 weeks in the US. The album introduced their most enduring hits, including Bamboléo, Djobi Djoba, and the ballad Un Amor.

Joining the group on the night, renowned Lebanese-Armenian musician Guy Manoukian is a composer and pianist known for his unique fusion of Middle Eastern melodies and modern arrangements. The popular pianist has sold out iconic venues across the world including the Sydney Opera House, London Palladium, and the Paris Olympia, and has collaborated with Wyclef Jean, 50 Cent and fellow stage mates the Gipsy Kings.

Audiences in AlUla can look forward to a night of vibrant and uplifting music as both acts bring their signature styles to the shimmering mirrored walls of Maraya – the architectural marvel that perfectly, and literally, reflects the beauty of AlUla.

Kicking off the new year in style, the highly anticipated concert follows a performance by Lebanese star Wael Kfoury, who takes to the Maraya stage on December 19.

Taking place alongside the Maraya Classical Concert Series is Winter at Tantora – AlUla’s flagship cultural festival and a cornerstone of the AlUla Moments calendar.

Discover the full AlUla Moments 2025/2026 Calendar, featuring a dynamic line-up of events to celebrate and promote AlUla as a premier destination for culture, heritage, wellness, and sports.

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