Today's Edition
TAARIQ HALIM (ABU DHABI)
Fasten your seatbelts, start your engines, the biggest show in town is here. The 17th Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix roars into Yas Island this weekend, bringing with it the ultimate in motorsport action and four days of world-class entertainment. The race to the F1 championship is on course for a thrilling climax at the Yas Marina Circuit on Sunday, December 7.
But in the run-up, from December 4 until the light turns green, ticket holders will be treated to an unparalleled live entertainment programme including After-Race Concerts, Official After-Parties organised by Yasalam presented by e&.
Last year's event drew 192,000 fans across four days, and organisers Ethara believe the 2025 event will overtake that figure.
Saif Al Noaimi, CEO of Ethara, said: "Abu Dhabi Grand Prix is the most anticipated weekend on the region's sporting calendar and the one we prepare for the whole year. The 2025 event promises to be remarkable, with more fans, more racing, more entertainment, and exciting new experiences on and off the track. We cannot wait to welcome everyone in Abu Dhabi."
This year's edition will feature the most ambitious entertainment lineup in Abu Dhabi GP history, with eight global megastars set to wrap up each day of the race weekend at Etihad Park.
David Powell, Ethara's Chief Strategy & Business Development Officer, said: "The event has become our region's Super Bowl. It is the biggest spectacle in the F1 calendar and an entertainment powerhouse, showcasing our ambition at Ethara. From concerts and parties to fashion and celebrities – the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix is a landmark destination event that delivers unmissable enjoyment for all."
Thursday, December 4
• Benson Boone is all set to headline the Emirates NBD After-Race Concert on Thursday, 4 December. With chart-topping hits like "Beautiful Things" and "Slow It Down!", the American rocker will bring his soulful voice and electrifying stage presence to Etihad Park for a performance that will have the crowd on their feet.
Friday, December 5
• Post Malone is heading to the Yasalam presented by e& After-Race Concert stage on Friday at Etihad Park. The multi-platinum artist known for blending hip-hop, rock, and pop will take over the Emirates NBD stage with his massive global hits and unmistakable vibe.
• On the same bill on Friday as the supporting act, Palestinian-Chilean singer Elyanna will bring her Arab-Latin soul sound to the Emirates NBD After-Race Concert stage.
• In the first After-Party set, KeineMusik takes over Yas Gateway Park on Friday night to deliver a genre-defining after-party experience. The Berlin-based collective brings their unmistakable sound to a high-energy, open-air setting filled with deep grooves, immersive visuals, and a crowd ready to dance long after the track ends. This is where the race weekend truly shifts gear.
• Over at the Garden on Yas, W Hotel Abu Dhabi, actor, DJ, and producer Idris Elba takes over Garden on Yas with his signature blend of deep house and high-octane rhythm for the Yasalam presented by e& Official After-Party. Set amid palm trees and the glow of W Abu Dhabi, this open-air experience fuses sound, style, and pure energy. With thrilling Practice Day views, and gourmet bites and crafted beverages available for purchase, it's the ideal day-to-night celebration where global star power meets electric beats under the Abu Dhabi sky.
Saturday, December 6
• Brace yourselves as Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Metallica make their way to the After-Race Concerts stage on Saturday. From Grammy-award winning albums to record-breaking tours, the icons of hard rock will bring their earth-shaking stage presence and chart-smashing hits to Etihad Park for a night of pure adrenaline.
• Calvin Harris headlines the Yasalam presented by e& Official After-Party on Saturday night, lighting up Garden on Yas with his signature mix of chart-toppers and dancefloor anthems. From high energy hits to feel-good beats, the Scottish superstar is set to turn the volume all the way up in this open-air party zone.
Sunday, December 7
After the engines have roared, it's Katy Perry's turn to "Roar" as she brings her powerful live performance to the After-Race Concert on Sunday. Expect to be blown away by her dazzling costumes, iconic anthems, and high-energy dance beats at Etihad Park. A fitting way to bring the curtain down on the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix spectacular and the F1 season.
Pitlane Walk
The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix was one of the first F1 races to introduce a public pitlane walk and it remains one of the most popular experiences for racegoers every year. Reacting to high demand, the 2025 edition will feature not one, but two Pitlane Walks on Thursday, giving more fans the chance to see teams preparing their garages and sometimes even spot the drivers. Both sessions are further enhanced with a track walk, allowing fans to explore the iconic Yas Marina Circuit track.
The Pitlane Walk is exclusive to four-day ticket holders and is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
In another first for the event, more grandstand gates will open after the chequered flag on Sunday, December 7, inviting every fan to join a number of post-race celebrations under the podium and witness history as the 2025 champions are crowned.
