Fadel Chaker Announces Second Abu Dhabi Show Due to Overwhelming Demand

Following the sell-out of his initial performance on November 20 at Etihad Arena, Lebanese singer Fadel Chaker has announced an additional concert date in Abu Dhabi. The organizer, Moments Events, confirmed that Fadel Chaker will perform alongside his son, Mohamed Chaker, on November 23 at the Yas Island venue. Tickets for this newly added show went on sale on Wednesday, with prices starting at Dh295 and reaching up to Dh4,500 for premium front-row Royal seats. Further ticket details are available on the Etihad Arena website.

These Abu Dhabi performances mark a significant return to the concert stage for Fadel Chaker after a 14-year hiatus. His comeback began with two shows, titled 'Awdat Al Ghayeb' or 'Return of the Absent,' at the Riyadh Season's Abu Bakr Salem Theatre on October 22 and 23. The father-son duo has previously collaborated, with their 2025 duet 'Kifek A Fira’i,' a ballad exploring themes of separation and loss, being recognized among The National's top 50 Arabic songs of the year. Fadel Chaker also continued to release new music during his time away from live performances, including the 2025 singles 'Ahla Rasma' and 'Elhob W Bass.'

Chaker's return to the public eye follows his release on bail in Lebanon in July. He had surrendered to authorities in October 2025 after residing for approximately 12 years in the Ain Al Hilweh Palestinian refugee camp near Sidon. Previously issued convictions in his absence were overturned, and a new trial has been ordered. He remains involved in military court proceedings related to the 2013 clashes between supporters of cleric Ahmed Al Assir and the Lebanese army, though Chaker has consistently denied any involvement in the fighting. His lawyer informed Billboard Arabia that a hearing initially set for October 21 has been rescheduled to November 25.