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    Guns N’ Roses in Abu Dhabi: Inside the Explosive 2025 Etihad Arena Show

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    Key Facts

    • Artist: Guns N’ Roses
    • Venue: Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
    • Date: Tuesday 27 May 2025 — this show has now taken place
    • Tour: Because What You Want & What You Get Are Two Completely Different Things

    Rock legends Guns N’ Roses returned to Abu Dhabi, performing live at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, on Tuesday, 27 May 2025. As part of their latest tour, Because What You Want & What You Get Are Two Completely Different Things, this show promises to be a high-octane rock spectacle that fans won’t want to miss.

    Three musicians performing on stage, one with a yellow electric guitar, another with a white bass guitar, and a third singing into a microphone, under bright stage lights and a vibrant backdrop.
    Guns & Roses bring their classic sound back to Abu Dhabi later this year

    Guns N’ Roses Live in Abu Dhabi – What to Expect

    Expect nothing short of an epic setlist featuring their greatest hits, including Sweet Child O’ Mine, Welcome to the Jungle, and November Rain. With their signature sound, dynamic stage presence, and stadium-shaking performances, Guns N’ Roses, who are returning to Abu Dhabi, will deliver one of the most anticipated rock events in the UAE in 2025.

    Whether you’re a lifelong fan or discovering the magic of GNR for the first time, this is your chance to witness rock history in the making.

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    Guns & Roses When they were young

    Ticket Information

    Tickets are now officially on sale, and demand is skyrocketing. Here’s a breakdown of the pricing:

    🎟 Golden Circle Standing – AED 1,095
    🎟 Floor Standing – AED 545
    🎟 Lower Bowl Seating – AED 655 – AED 985
    🎟 Upper Bowl Seating – AED 325 – AED 435

    For those looking to level up their experience, VIP packages are available, offering exclusive merchandise, early entry, and premium seating options.

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    Guns & Roses

    How to Get Your Tickets

    Secure your spot before it sells out! Tickets can be purchased through:

    🔗 Etihad Arena’s Official Website
    🔗 Ticketmaster UAE

    Given Guns N’ Roses’ massive global following, it’s highly recommended to book early as Guns N’ Roses are returning to Abu Dhabi and tickets may sell out quickly.

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    Guns N’ Roses returned to Abu Dhabi

    Venue Details & Concert Experience

    📍 Location: Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
    📅 Date: Tuesday, 27 May 2025

    The Etihad Arena is one of the region’s premier concert venues, offering state-of-the-art acoustics, a world-class atmosphere, and a breathtaking waterfront setting. Whether you opt for front-row action or a panoramic view from the upper sections, every seat guarantees an unforgettable experience as Guns N’ Roses return to Abu Dhabi.

    Beyond the music, fans can enjoy Abu Dhabi’s buzzing nightlife, waterfront dining, and luxurious accommodations, making this concert an unmissable experience for both locals and visitors.

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    Axl Rose still has ‘it’.

    Final Thoughts: Rock & Roll Returns to the UAE!

    With their unmatched stage energy and legendary catalogue of hits, Guns N’ Roses are set to rock Abu Dhabi like never before. With Guns N’ Roses returning to Abu Dhabi for a performance that promises to ignite the city, this show is guaranteed to be one for the books.

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    Guitarist Slash of Guns & Roses

    So, are you ready to experience one of the greatest rock bands of all time, live in Abu Dhabi?

    📢 Tell your crew, grab your tickets, and get ready for a rock-fuelled night to remember!

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    Monica Bonalto arrived in Dubai in 2017 with a background in hospitality journalism and quickly became one of the most trusted voices in the UAE's dining and nightlife space. Over seven years on the ground, she has reviewed more than 400 venues across all seven emirates — from the sun-baked beach clubs of JBR and the rooftop terraces of DIFC, to the understated local gems that rarely make it onto tourist lists.Before joining What's Hot in UAE as Nightlife & Dining Editor, Monica contributed to Time Out Dubai, Abu Dhabi Food Festival coverage, and several regional hospitality publications. She has attended every major restaurant opening in Dubai since 2019 and maintains direct relationships with PRs and venue operators across the city — which means the information you read in her guides is always verified, never recycled from a press release.Her specialities are happy hours (she has personally verified every deal on our lists), Friday brunches, and the Northern Emirates' emerging food scene. She is based in DIFC and eats out five times a week. When she says a place is worth your money, it is.Follow Monica's work on Muck Rack, Substack, Vocal, and Medium.

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