The Oscar-winning composer brings his orchestra, band and new live show to Yas Island on Friday 13 November 2026.
Hans Zimmer will perform in Abu Dhabi at Etihad Arena on Yas Island on Friday 13 November 2026. Doors open at 6.30pm and the concert begins at 8.30pm.
The composer behind the scores for The Lion King, Gladiator, Interstellar and Dune is touring a new live show, and the Abu Dhabi date, one of the biggest on this season’s Abu Dhabi concert calendar, is marked as selling fast on the official ticketing page.
What to expect at the concert
The show turns Zimmer’s film music into a full arena concert, with an orchestra, a 19-piece band and large-scale visuals. Expect the soundtracks he is best known for, reworked for live performance.
The full setlist has not been published, and guest performers for the Abu Dhabi show have not been named.
One rule worth knowing in advance: photography and filming are not allowed during the performance, including on mobile phones.
Hans Zimmer Abu Dhabi ticket prices
Tickets start from AED 245 on Platinumlist, the official ticketing partner for Etihad Arena. Higher seating categories are shown when you select tickets. Platinumlist also offers the option to split the cost into three interest-free payments.
Tickets are non-refundable, non-transferable and non-exchangeable. Entry is one-time only, so you cannot leave and come back in. Tickets resold without authorisation can be cancelled.
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Age policy and venue rules
Children aged five and under will not be admitted. Everyone aged six and above needs a valid ticket, and under-16s must be with an adult aged 21 or over.
Bags larger than 30 x 30 x 15 cm are not allowed and there is no cloakroom. Professional cameras and flags are banned, strollers must be left at the stroller parks, and payment inside the arena is contactless only.
How to get tickets and getting there
Book through the official Platinumlist Hans Zimmer page. Download your e-ticket to your phone before you set off, as tickets are scanned at the turnstiles.
Etihad Arena sits on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, the same venue that hosts the IIFA Awards in January 2027. If you are driving from Dubai, take the E11 towards Abu Dhabi and follow signs for Yas Island. Taxis and ride-hailing apps also drop off at the arena.
For a Friday evening show, allow extra time for traffic on the E11 and for queues at security, especially if you plan to arrive close to the 8.30pm start.
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FAQ
When is Hans Zimmer performing in Abu Dhabi?
Friday 13 November 2026 at Etihad Arena, Yas Island. Doors open at 6.30pm and the show starts at 8.30pm.
How much are Hans Zimmer Abu Dhabi tickets?
Prices start at AED 245 on the official ticketing page.
Can I bring my child?
Only if they are six or older. Children aged five and under are not admitted, and every guest aged six and above needs a ticket.
Can I film the show on my phone?
No. Photography and video recording are not allowed during the performance.
