The UAE’s capital city, Abu Dhabi, is currently swarmed as people from worldwide have booked their tickets to be a part of the most-anticipated concert of the year, Coldplay 2025. Social media is flooded with glimpses – flashes hit the eyes with hands up in the sky, all flaunting their neon belts. While many tried their luck until the last moment to secure a ticket, others remain glued to websites, still hoping to get one. If you’re among the thousands attending the concert on January 12th and 14th, here’s what you need to know.
Parking Arrangements
Parking is hassle-free, with designated locations provided for attendees. Some chose to park at Al Shahama in Abu Dhabi, just a short 15 to 20-minute drive from the arena, ensuring smooth access to the event. The Finance 360 got exclusive insights from Ruhail Raj and Suraksha, Lifestyle Influencers and Content Creators in the UAE, who walked us through their journey at Coldplay 2025, Abu Dhabi.
Shuttle Service
There’s a buggy available to give you a ride towards the shuttle; can accommodate around 50 individuals. Most importantly, get free water (Aquafina cans) – can be checked with the driver or security and they will give you. With countless shuttles available, attendees would find it nearly impossible to keep track of them but will end up making it to the venue.
Ruhail Raj explained, “Only while coming back, we waited 10 mins for the shuttle because there were queues. The shuttle dropped us at the parking area and then we headed to home in Dubai. Obviously, there will be long queues, but it’s worth the wait when you have witnessed such an amazing performance again we were not worried because we knew we would get the shuttle as said there were many available.”
Security Arrangements
The event ran smoothly and peacefully because of the excellent organization and coordination. From the parking area to the shuttle base, check-in queues, and inside the stadium, every aspect was handled with care. Staff members were not only helpful but also firm in enforcing policies, politely guiding attendees if something was against the rules.
Food & Beverage Stalls
The venue featured a variety of food stalls offering everything from burgers and fries to Indian favorites like pani puri.
Washroom Facilities
The washroom facilities were well-maintained, and while they couldn’t match five-star hotel standards given the large crowd, they were quite satisfactory.
Added Elements
The arena was a spectacle of stagecraft, featuring projectors, stunning lighting, laser displays, wristband lighting, moon goggles, fire effects, confetti machines, balloons, props, stars, and fireworks—all complementing the band’s electrifying performance.
An Unmatched Vibe
“A vibe you cannot describe, you have to feel it. In one moment you can find one fan buzzing, another fan dancing, another one singing, and another one getting emotional. When you have heard these songs for whole your life and now you are hearing them from the same band right in front of your eyes it gives you a connection that creates an emotion, a feel, and a vibe. Have been to concerts before but have never seen such an amazing setup to give you ease and relaxation to enjoy at your fullest. Right from the Parking to the shuttle to queues to stalls to the stage and to the band. You just name it and ask anyone they will just say that they loved it because they BELIEVE IN LOVE,” noted Ruhail Raj and Suraksha.
All Images Credit: Supplied By when18meets18, Ruhail Raj & Suraksha
