Fadel Chaker and Mohamed Chaker 2026 in Abu Dhabi

Fadel Chaker and his son Mohamed Fadel Chaker share the stage at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi on Friday 20 November 2026, in one of the most anticipated Arabic concerts of the season. The Lebanese singer known to fans as the King of Emotion returns with the romantic songs that soundtracked countless love stories across the Arab world, while Mohamed adds a second, younger voice to the night on Yas Island.

Fadel Chaker in Abu Dhabi: A Long-Awaited Return

This concert comes at a remarkable moment in Fadel Chaker’s career. In October 2026 he performed his first concerts in around 14 years, two nights titled Awdat Al Ghayeb, or Return of the Absent, at the Abu Bakr Salem Theatre in Riyadh’s Boulevard City as part of Riyadh Season. Tickets for both Riyadh nights sold out, and further stops in the Gulf followed.

Abu Dhabi has responded in the same way. The 20 November show at Etihad Arena sold out, and a second Abu Dhabi concert was added to meet demand. For fans who have waited more than a decade to hear these songs live, the Yas Island date is one of the first chances in the UAE.

The Songs Fans Want to Hear

For many listeners, Fadel Chaker’s catalogue is tied to personal memories: first loves, weddings, long drives and late-night radio. His romantic hits include Ya Ghayeb, Law Ala Albi, Maool and Jouwa El Roh, songs that still bring a wave of nostalgia for fans across the region.

Maool in particular has become a calling card. Its opening line, Ma’ool ensak, ma’ool?, roughly asking whether it is even possible to forget you, has been used in the UAE press to sum up the excitement around his return to Abu Dhabi. Ya Ghayeb, meaning the absent one, has taken on new meaning given the title of his comeback shows.

His voice is warm, restrained and expressive rather than showy, which is why his songs suit an arena singing along word for word. Expect the hall to carry many of the choruses itself.

Mohamed Fadel Chaker on the Same Stage

Mohamed Fadel Chaker has built his own following over the past few years and is no stranger to Abu Dhabi audiences. He performed alongside George Wassouf at Space42 Arena in November 2025 and played the MOTN Festival on the Abu Dhabi Corniche in December 2025, as well as appearing at Vocally in Riyadh in the summer of 2025.

Seeing father and son together gives this concert a different feel from a standard headline show. Mohamed brings a younger audience and his own repertoire, and the shared stage turns the evening into something of a family story told in song. For long-time fans, it is also a chance to hear how the Chaker sound has passed to the next generation.

Etihad Arena and How the Night Works

Etihad Arena on Yas Drive, Yas Island, is one of Abu Dhabi’s largest indoor venues for concerts and live entertainment. According to the ticketing page, doors open two hours before the show. The arena is cashless and accepts contactless cards only, and smoking, including vaping, is not permitted inside.

Tickets live in the Platinumlist app, and the QR code appears 48 hours before the event. Screenshots and printed tickets are not accepted, so you need to be logged in to the app on arrival. Bags larger than 30 x 30 x 15 cm are not allowed and there is no cloakroom. There is no re-entry once you are inside, and photo ID plus the card used for the purchase may be requested at the gate. Guests are asked to behave in keeping with UAE traditions and culture.

Who It Suits

This is a concert for anyone who grew up on Arabic romantic music and for long-time Fadel Chaker fans who have waited years to hear him live again. It also suits younger listeners who know Mohamed’s songs and want to see where that sound comes from.

Families are welcome within the venue rules. Under-16s must be accompanied by an adult aged 21 or over, and children aged two and under can attend without a ticket if they sit on a parent’s lap. It works well as an anniversary night or a group outing with friends who know every lyric.

If you are planning more Arabic music this month, Khalid Abdulrahman plays Space42 Arena in Abu Dhabi on 21 November, the night after this show. You can browse every upcoming concert in the UAE, see our guide to things to do in Abu Dhabi and find more ideas in things to do in November.

Songs like these are best heard surrounded by thousands of people singing the same words. With the first date already in high demand, check availability for Fadel Chaker and Mohamed Fadel Chaker at Etihad Arena on the official ticket page.