Ronan Keating at Dubai Media City Amphitheatre: Tickets, date and more
Ronan Keating will take to the stage at Dubai Media City Amphitheatre on Friday November 21, for a one-night-only gig.
With more than 25 million records sold worldwide, including 10 top 10 singles and three number ones, it's bound to be a hugely popular show at the Dubai Media City venue.
You can expect a night of sing-along anthems and timeless ballads such as Life is a Rollercoaster, When You Say Nothing At All and If Tomorrow Never Comes.
Tickets for the concert start from Dhs199 in the super early bird sale for the concert organised by pub chain McGettigan's.
The amphitheatre will be converted into a top concert venue with a fan-first experience, including food trucks, bars and an open-air atmosphere.
Tickets for the nostalgic show will be for over 21s only.
Ronan Keating first made his name as the frontman of Boyzone before going on to find fame as a solo artist.
Ronan Keating Dubai tickets
Super early bird, Dhs199 (extremely limited availability)
Early bird, Dhs249 (limited availability)
Regular, Dhs299 (standard general access)
Fan pit, Dhs399 (dedicated fan zone in front of the stage)
Individual, Dhs499 (access to premium raised viewing deck and three drink tokens)
Table for four (standing), Dhs1,899 (includes access for four people and 12 drink tokens)
Table for six (seated), Dhs2,799 (includes six people and 18 drink tokens)
Fri Nov 21. From Dhs199. Dubai Media City Amphitheatre. mcgettigans.com
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