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6 fun shows coming to Abu Dhabi's Etihad Arena this year

All the noise coming to the capital…

Events season is just around the corner, and the Etihad Arena is about to become a hive of activity again. Chart-busting concerts, laugh-out-loud comedy shows, theatrical masterpieces and feel-good family shows… it’s all about to go down in the UAE capital.

Here are 6 shows coming to the Etihad Arena.

Matt Rife

Matt Rife

Internationally-renowned comedian Matt Rife descends on the Etihad Arena for a show on October 27, as part of his global ProbleMATTic tour. We’re told his current tour has sold over 600,000 tickets in less than 48 hours, so now might be a great time to get yours to his Abu Dhabi show.

Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, October 27, from Dhs295. livenation.me

Life of Pi

Triple Tony Award and five Olivier Award-winning play Life of Pi will arrive in the capital this November, to captivate audiences from November 15 to 17. The story of perseverance and hope will wow fans in Abu Dhabi, and you can grab your tickets here.

Life of Pi, Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, November 15 to 17. etihadarena.ae

Lang Lang

Lang Lang - family-friendly performances UAE

Internationally-renowned pianist, Lang Lang is bringing some of your favourite Disney soundtracks to the Etihad Arena in a captivating performance on November 22, 2024. The acclaimed pianist has performed at major global events such as the Olympics in Beijing (2008) and at the FIFA World Cup 2014. In November, he will bring these tunes to you accompanied by a full orchestra and special guests taking you on a tour of Disney’s most popular tracks in what promises to be a stirring musical and visual experience. This is something for the older kids, and if they are under 16, they need to be accompanied by an adult over the age of 21. Read more here.

Lang Lang Plays Disney, Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, November 22, from Dhs145, Tel: (600) 511 115, etihadarena.ae

Bryan Adams Live

Bryan Adams 

Music lovers, rock icon Bryan Adams is heading to the capital in December to perform at the Etihad Arena on December 19, on the sidelines of Season 3 of the World Tennis League. The Canadian singer-songwriter will be belting out a timeless list of hits to his name such as Summer of 69, Heat of the Night, and more. We’re going to Run To You Bryan Adams!

Bryan Adams Live, World Tennis League, Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi, December 19. etihadarena.ae

Anastacia Live

The second performer coming to town as part of the third season of the World Tennis League has been unveiled, and it is American singer-songwriter Anastacia. The Chicago native is expected to wow fans with hit singles such as I’m Outta Love and Sick and Tired.

Anastacia Live, Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, December 20, from Dhs249. etihadarena.ae

Akon Live

Pop and R’n’B superstar Akon loves Abu Dhabi and the World Tennis League so much, he’s coming back for a second consecutive year on December 19 to put on a show for you. The hit singer, known for chartbusters such as Smack That, Lonely, Locked Up and Beautiful, has just been unveiled as the third artist to perform as part of the World Tennis League’s post-game concert series.

Akon Live, Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, December 21, prices TBC. etihadarena.ae

Media: Instagram, What’s On archive, Unsplash, Getty

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