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Tyler Mears

The astronomical amount of money Arnold Schwarzenegger is charging people to have a photo with him when he comes to Wales

As one of the biggest names in film, politics and the fitness industry, it's no surprise Arnold Schwarzenegger has fans all across the world.

Since becoming the youngest person to win Mr Olympia , the 71-year-old went on to become one of Hollywood's biggest stars and later the Governor of California.

And now the Hollywood legend will be getting up close and personal with his Welsh fans at a meet-and-greet style event in Newport.

An Experience with Arnold Schwarzenegger will be hosted at Newport's International Convention Centre Wales at the Celtic Manor on Wednesday, September 18.

The event coincides with the release of his blockbuster finale Terminator (Dark Fate) and to also celebrate the 35th Anniversary of The Terminator.

Take a look at Arnie in the trailer for his last Terminator film:

But, if you want to attend the exclusive event - you're going to need some pretty deep pockets.

That's because tickets - which include silver, gold, VIP and platinum dinner packages - range from around £100 to a whopping £325.

And if you want to have your picture taken with Arnie, well, that could set you back more than £800 per person - on top of the original ticket price.

Ticket packages

Everybody attending the event must buy one of the following dinner ticket packages:

Silver Dinner

£99 per ticket + booking fee

This is the cheapest package, and includes:

  • Three-course dinner
  • A chance to watch Arnold Schwarzenegger's live on-stage interview
  • Big band orchestra 'State 51' with Rat Pack singer playing throughout the dinner
  • An auction with exclusive signed bespoke Schwarzenegger memorabilia
  • Chances to win a premium professional photo with Schwarzenegger + other prizes in a prize draw

Gold Dinner

£125 per ticket + booking fee

This package includes all of the above, as well as:

  • Inner table location
  • Inclusive evening programme
  • Excellent stage views

VIP Dinner

£175 per ticket + booking fee

This options includes all of the above, plus:

  • A 'prime' table location
  • Welcome drinks package shared with your table, including wine, beers, soft drinks and iced water
  • A chance to ask Arnold a question in the audience Q & A

Platinum Dinner

£325 per ticket + booking fee

The most prestigious dinner package, this ticket includes everything listed above, as well as:

  • Super premium table location  
  • Drinks reception in a VIP area on arrival
  • Table service
  • Welcome drinks package shared with your table, including champagne, wine, beers, soft drinks and iced water

Photo upgrade experiences

If you want to have a professional photo taken with Arnold Schwarzenegger - as well as the chance to meet him and shake his hand - you'll also have to buy a photo upgrade.

According to the event page, all photo upgrades must accompany a silver, gold, VIP or platinum dinner ticket.

Options include:

Professional photo for one person - £495pp

  • A professional picture taken with Arnold Schwarzenegger and the chance to meet him in person and shake his hand
  • High-quality frame (22" X 17")
  • Digital copy
  • Limited edition access Lanyard
  • Photos developed on the evening of the event

Professional photo for two people - £749 per couple

Includes all of the above, as well as:

  • 2 X Copies of the photo
  • 2 X high-quality frames

Premium photo for one person - £849pp

Includes everything listed in option one, as well as:

  • Queue priority - premium guests will be first in line for the photos
  • Limited edition gold access lanyard
  • The mount of your photo frame signed in gold pen by Schwarzenegger - although, this would have already been signed at an official signing held before the event (but, comes with a certificate of authenticity and a video of the signing).

What will the event be like?

The event - which has a Terminator theme - will feature a live interview with Arnold Schwarzenegger and feature 'untold stories' from his career.

A celebrity interviewer will be conducting the interview - however, who this is has not yet been announced on the event page.

There will also be life-size film prop models, pre-event entertainment from Arnie impersonators and actors, music, an auction, as well as unseen videos.

The event will feature a live interview with Arnold Schwarzenegger and feature 'untold stories' from his career (Getty Images Europe)

Will there be a dress code?

Guests must also adhere to a strict black tie dress code at the event.

"Our events are highly exclusive so we want everyone to dress for the occasion," a statement on the event page says.

"We appreciate that a black tie dress code can be a little hard to define and so we ask that you dress to impress.

"The priority for us is that all outfits should be glamorous and elegant.

"Failure to keep to the dress could mean refusal of entry to the event."

The dress code includes:

  • Dresses can be long or short; jumpsuits are welcome - any colours are permitted.
  • Organisers say they "love to see a dinner jacket and bow tie" but we will also accept very smart suits
  • Kilts are also welcome for Scottish guests

The event organisers are also hosting experience events with Mel Gibson and Sylvester Stallone.

Stallone will be appearing at Manchester, London and Birmingham, and organisers will also be charging £849 for pictures with the Rocky favourite.

Meanwhile while Gibson will be at Leeds, London and Glasgow and a picture with him will cost £650 per person.

Find out more about the events on the Eventbrite website.

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