THINGS TO KNOW

For the safety of our guests and to ensure an enjoyable experience for all, certain items are prohibited at Etihad Arena.

FLAGS

Flags not allowed

BAGS

Bags larger than 30 x 30 x 15cm are not allowed in the Venue.

PROFESSIONAL CAMERA

No professional camera, audio or video recorders allowed.

SELFIE STICKS

No selfie sticks allowed.

LAPTOPS AND TABLETS

Laptops and tablets are not allowed.

F&B FROM OUTSIDE

No outside food allowed

ANIMALS

No animals or pets are permitted inside the venue.

BANNERS

For most events, large flags, drapes or banners are not permitted. Any items that display inflammatory or offensive wording/slogans are prohibited

BAG POLICY

To provide a safer environment for the public and significantly expedite guest entry into the venue, bags larger than 30 x 30 x 15cm are not allowed in the Venue.

PROHIBITED ITEMS

These include: 

Do not bring bags larger than 30 x 30 x 15cm
All food and drink
Professional cameras and recording equipment
Laptops and tablets
Glass
Tools
Fireworks and explosives
Darts
Scissors, blades, knives and swords
Stun guns
Gas defence sprays
Selfie sticks and tripods
Air Horns and whistles
Items of optical illusion
Weapons of any kind, including any item that can be used as a projectile
Drones
Alcohol, drugs and narcotics 
Any items that may be deemed illegal, unsafe and/or a danger to other patrons
Power banks
Perfume
Lighter

PROHIBITED BEHAVIOUR

Prohibited activities include:

Gathering in large groups and loitering 
Shouting, swearing, or any actions that could be unsettling to others
The removal of clothing
Inappropriate or indecent behavior including public displays of affection  
Riding of scooters, cycles, skates or skateboards
Running, climbing or sitting on any escalator, barrier, fence or bollard
Smoking in anything other than a designated area
Any behaviour considered a danger, nuisance or annoyance to others
Wearing of any clothing or garments that display written explicit language, profanity or derogatory language or image

OTHER HELPFUL RESOURCES

Planning your visit? You might want to check out some of our other useful pages highlighted below.

THE NEIGHBOURHOOD

Etihad Arena is located on the Yas Bay Waterfront on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. Learn more about what's on offer around our neighbourhood.

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DIRECTIONS AND PARKING

Ample parking is available at the venue and in the surrounding area. Please learn more on the Directions & Parking Page.

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PROHIBITED ITEMS

For the safety of our guests and to ensure an enjoyable experience for all, certain items are prohibited at Etihad Arena. For a list of these items, please learn more on the Prohibited Items Page.

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YAS ISLAND PACKAGES

Don't let your visit to the arena stop there, with so much on offer in Yas Bay and surrounds, why not extend your stay?

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