CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY

Name: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Abu Dhabi
Start: 2026-08-28
End: 2026-09-06
Location: Etihad Arena

Get ready to step into a world of pure imagination as Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory arrives in Abu Dhabi, bringing a dazzling, must-see musical spectacle to Etihad Arena from 28 August to 6 September. The Musical is a dazzling fantasy for everyone from everywhere, following young Charlie Bucket’s golden-ticket adventure into the mysterious and magical world of Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory.

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From chocolate rivers to nut-sorting squirrels and mischievous Oompa-Loompas, the musical dazzles with eye-popping visuals, larger-than-life characters, immersive delight for the audience, and toe-tapping music. This new Broadway production features spectacular special effects and cutting-edge hologauze 3D technology based on advanced principles of magic. The musical features iconic songs from the classic Hollywood film, including “Pure Imagination,” “The Candy Man,” and “I’ve Got a Golden Ticket,” along with original music by Grammy® and Tony Award® winners Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman (Hairspray, Mary Poppins Returns).

Perfect for families, friends, and musical lovers, book your tickets now before this magical experience melts away!

Wheelchair Accessible Seating: Please contact our Concierge Team on 600 511 115

Children under the age of three (3) will not be admitted into the theatre.

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WEEKDAY: Sundays to Thursdays

Price

ROYAL AED 630

VIP AED 530

PLATINUM AED 430

DIAMOND AED 330

GOLD AED 280

SILVER AED 180

BRONZE AED 130
WEEKEND: Fridays to Saturdays

Price

ROYAL AED 680

VIP AED 580

PLATINUM AED 480

DIAMOND AED 380

GOLD AED 330

SILVER AED 230

BRONZE AED 180
EVENT POLICIES
- CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY is recommended for ages seven (7) years and up. All adults and children must hold a valid ticket to enter Etihad Arena.
- Children under the age of three (3) will not be admitted into the theatre.
- Venue doors open 1 hour before show with access to your seats available from 30 minutes before the show. Once the performance starts latecomers will be seated at the discretion of management at a suitable break in the performance. At the start of each Act, there will be an auditorium lockout for up to 18 minutes. Please be seated prior performance start time to avoid auditorium lockouts.
- Seats in the floor seating are on the same level.
- Under 16's must be accompanied by adult 21+.
- Strictly no readmission.
- Bags larger than 30x30x15 are not permitted, no storage or cloakroom facilities available.
- Photography or videography is not permitted at any time during the performance, including the use of phones.
- All ticket sales are final. Tickets are NON-REFUNDABLE, non-transferable, and non-exchangeable, and are for your personal use only.
- e-ticket should be always kept with you and produced upon request by Arena staff.
- Validation of the ticket holder’s identity may be requested at the Gate. This could take the form of a valid photo ID & the credit card used for purchase.
- In case of cancellation or postponement of the event, the refund of this e-ticket is subject to the terms and conditions of the event organizer.
- Disorderly conduct, noncompliance with security measures, violation of any rules, policies, or regulations, or unauthorized use of this ticket may result in denial of admission or removal of ticketholder from Etihad Arena.
- e-ticket is subject to the terms & conditions listed on etihadarena.ae.
YOUR PHONE IS YOUR TICKET

HOW TO ACCESS AND USE YOUR DIGITAL TICKETS
YOUR PHONE IS YOUR TICKET

1. Purchase tickets from Etihad Arena website. Click on Get Tickets and Download the Yas Island app from your app store.

2. Log in to your account, and your tickets will be ready and waiting in the 'TICKETS' tab.

3. Ticket QR Code will be activated when you arrived at the venue, show your digital tickets at the entrance for easy scanning.

4. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show - it's that simple!

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28 August - 6 September 2026

Prices fromAED 130