Fadel Chaker adds second Abu Dhabi concert after first night sells out

Lebanese singer Fadel Chaker has announced a second concert in Abu Dhabi following the sold-out success of his first show. Moments Events, the organizers, revealed the news on Wednesday, confirming that the November 23 performance at the Yas Island venue, Etihad Arena, will feature Fadel and his son Mohamed Chaker. Tickets for the evening began selling at Dh295, with front-row Royal seats priced up to Dh4,500.

The Abu Dhabi dates come after a 14-year hiatus for the artist, who resumed performing at the Riyadh Season's Abu Bakr Salem Theatre from October 22-23, showcasing an album titled Awdat Al Ghayeb, or Return of the Absent. The father-son duo also collaborated on a 2025 ballad, Kifek A Fira’i, which explored themes of separation and loss, earning a spot in The National's list of the year’s 50 best Arabic songs.

Since his return, Fadel Chaker has continued to produce music, releasing singles Ahla Rasma and Elhob W Bass. His recent legal journey includes surrendering to Lebanese authorities in October 2025 after 12 years in the Palestinian refugee camp of Ain Al Hilweh, where convictions issued during his absence were overturned, prompting a new trial.

Despite ongoing military court proceedings stemming from the 2013 clashes between supporters of radical cleric Ahmed Al Assir and the Lebanese army, Chaker maintains his innocence. His legal representative informed Billboard Arabia that a previously scheduled hearing for October 21 has been postponed to November 25.