YAS ISLAND TO BE HOME OF SPHERE ABU DHABI, A NEW GLOBAL ICON FOR IMMERSIVE ENTERTAINMENT
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi will invest USD 1.7 billion in the construction phase of this landmark project on Yas Island Construction expected to be completed by the end of 2029 With a capacity of up to 20,000, Sphere Abu Dhabi will host immersive experiences, concert residencies, sport ing spectacles and brand events Exosphere to celebrate Emirati culture through large-scale art and visual storytelling ABU DHABI, UAE, May 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) and Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE: SPHR) today announced that Yas Island has been selected as the location for Sphere Abu Dhabi, a landmark project with a construction phase cost of USD 1.7 billion. Poised to become a global icon, the venue will attract tourists from around the world, boost economic diversification, and strengthen Abu Dhabi's sense of place for residents and visitors alike.