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Sphere Abu Dhabi announced for Yas Island.

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[

With a capacity of up to 20,000, Sphere Abu Dhabi will host immersive experiences, concert residencies, sporting spectacles and brand events

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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.

Sphere Abu Dhabi, which will be the first Sphere venue outside the United States, will be built on a plot of land between Yas Mall and SeaWorld Abu Dhabi, with lush green surroundings and proximity to other Yas Island theme parks and attractions. Construction on the venue is expected to be completed by the end of 2029.

https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/yas-island-to-be-home-of-sphere-abu-dhabi-a-new-global-icon-for-immersive-entertainment-302772533.html

TopGolf:



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Yes, TopGolf at Yas Island has been confirmed.

Miral, the leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences in Abu Dhabi, has announced that ‘Topgolf’, the modern golf entertainment leader, is coming to Yas Island, marking another exciting addition to the island’s world-class leisure and entertainment offering. Targeted for development completion in 2026, the highly anticipated experience is already under construction and has reached 28% completion. Topgolf Yas Island, Abu Dhabi is being developed by Miral in partnership with Viya, an authorized franchise partner of Topgolf.

The upcoming experience will feature a multi-tier driving range and entertainment attraction spanning approximately 6,500 sqm of Gross Floor Area (GFA), as well as a 19,000 sqm outfield driving range equipped with TopTracer technology for ball tracking during gameplay sessions. There will be 82 hitting bays, including eight VIP bays, designed to cater to all skill levels.

https://miral.ae/news-item/miral-announces-topgolf-coming-to-yas-island/

Looks like a TopGolf in the works.

Yas Golf Collection:

Originally Posted by MrFacipieri

They’re moving some earth here, between Ikea, Formula Rossa and Sea World

https://maps.app.goo.gl/7AZcRftNq4jnLCvN8

This is a potential location for Disneyland on Yas Island. Nothing is confirmed yet, but it looks like it could be the one.

They’re moving some earth here, between Ikea, Formula Rossa and Sea World.