British chart-topping band Coldplay is performing in the UAE on January 9, 11, 12 and 14 as part of its Music of the Spheres global tour. It is easily the 2025 Middle East concert most of the music enthusiasts in the region have been talking about.
Zayed Sports City Stadium in the UAE capital is hosting all four concerts, luring tens of thousands of concertgoers to the place. It is estimated that a total of 160,000 fans could attend the concerts, reaching the stadium from near and far.
Popular hotels near Zayed Sports City Stadium
1. Pearl Rotana Capital Centre
1.4 km from Zayed Sports City
Located at the heart of the emirate’s business district, Pearl Rotana Capital Centre is a modern deluxe hotel. It has 315 rooms and suites designed to suit the needs of business and leisure guests. You should try the all 5 Pearl Rotana’s unique dining options.
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2. Centro Capital Centre by Rotana
1.3 km from Zayed Sports City
Located at a short distance from Zayed Sports City, Centro Capital Centre is a modern and stylish business hotel. Each room at the property offers a small seating area, a coffee table, a flat screen TV and a desk. It also has a gym, an outdoor pool and a restaurant.
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3. Holiday Inn Abu Dhabi, an IHG Hotel
2.2 km from Zayed Sports City
Holiday Inn Abu Dhabi, an IHG Hotel, is located at just a 5-minute distance from Zayed Sports City. The property features a mini gymnasium and a rooftop pool. Silk Route Cafe at the place offers a daily buffet menu of international cuisine.
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4. Premier Inn Abu Dhabi Capital Centre
1.4 km from Zayed Sports City
This stunning property is also located at a short distance from the stadium hosting the Coldplay concerts. You can find free internet throughout the property, a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool. Self-parking is free.
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5. Novotel Abu Dhabi Al Bustan
2.9 km from Zayed Sports City
Situated at a close distance from the international airport, Novotel Abu Dhabi Al Bustan is an upscale hotel offering 361 contemporary rooms and suites. This family-friendly property has an Italian cafe and bakery, a fitness centre and massage rooms.
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Coldplay concerts: Free shuttle buses from Dubai
Coldplay is committed to reducing carbon emissions. Considering that, park-and-ride shuttle buses are running from Dubai. Fans can say bye to their cars at Sustainability parking at Expo City and board a free shuttle bus from 12:50 pm.
The last return bus to Expo City shall start from Zayed Sports City Stadium at 1 am. You can also find a similar option from Shahama. But remember, seats on these buses are limited and must be pre-booked on Ticketmaster.
Buses are also departing from locations across Abu Dhabi. The first bus is scheduled to depart at 1:57 pm. If you are attending the concerts, you can easily access buses using QR codes on your ticket. More details are available on Live Nation.
Coldplay concerts in UAE: Timing and Infinity tickets
Coldplay is performing sold-out concerts in the UAE on four dates this January 2025. Fanzones outside Zayed Sports City Stadium are opening from 3 pm each day. General entry starts from 5 pm. Support acts onstage shall start around 6 pm.
Coldplay are going to take to the stage at 7:45 pm for their performance. They are going to perform some of their major hits, such as Sky Full of Stars, Viva la Vida, Paradise and Fix You. Last entry to the stadium is strictly 8:30 pm.
If you have purchased discounted Infinity tickets, you can easily collect them at the stadium’s box office. Tickets can only be picked up in person on the night of the concert. Fans need to bring a valid photo ID, confirmation number and the credit card used.
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