Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2025 Gets Even Bigger: A Weekend of Racing, Music, Family Fun & City-Wide Experiences

The UAE capital is gearing up for one of its most expansive Formula 1® Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix weekends yet. With record-breaking crowds expected, organisers have rolled out a bigger, louder, and more immersive programme across Yas Marina Circuit and the rest of Yas Island — turning the season finale into a full-scale festival.

Four Nights of Superstar Music

Race week kicks off in spectacular fashion with the iconic Yasalam After-Race Concerts at Etihad Park:

• Dec 4: Benson Boone opens the celebrations.

• Dec 5: Back-to-back performances by Elyanna and global hitmaker Post Malone.

• Dec 6: Rock legends Metallica take the stage.

• Dec 7 (Race Day): Pop megastar Katy Perry closes the show.

And the party doesn’t stop there. Idris Elba, Keinemusik, and Calvin Harris are set to headline the official After-Parties, keeping Yas Island alive long after the chequered flag drops.

Super Thursday: More Trackside Access

The fan-favourite public pit lane walk returns — now with two sessions on Thursday, December 4. Visitors can watch teams prep their garages and maybe even catch a glimpse of their favourite drivers.

New this year:
FAB Track Walks, giving fans a rare chance to step onto the Yas Marina Circuit and explore it from a driver’s perspective. The evening walk even leads straight into the Benson Boone concert at Etihad Park.

(All pit and track experiences are exclusive to race ticket holders and available on a first-come, first-served basis.)

A Ticket That Transforms the City

Multi-day pass holders enjoy complimentary entry to top Abu Dhabi attractions — a highlight of the Grand Prix weekend.

This year’s inclusions feature major cultural landmarks in the Saadiyat Cultural District, such as:

• teamLab Phenomena, a multisensory digital art experience

• Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi

• Zayed National Museum, opening just a day before race week begins

It’s the perfect balance of adrenaline, arts, and family experiences.

A Fun-Filled Family Weekend

On Friday, every Grand Prix ticket holder can bring up to four children (ages 3–12) for free with app registration. Across the weekend, families can enjoy:

• Kids Play Garage

• Workshops on Abu Dhabi Hill

• Karting sessions

• The interactive Yas in Schools Experience Centre

• STEM-based activities for kids and parents

• The brand-new Yas Bay Family Fan Zone, open to both ticket and non-ticket holders

At Yas Bay, expect giant race broadcasts, evening movie screenings, roaming entertainment, and plenty of food options — bringing the race day buzz to the whole island.

Your Ultimate Event Companion: The Abu Dhabi GP App

Fans are encouraged to download the official app before arriving. It includes:

• Digital tickets

• Event schedules

• Circuit maps

• FAQs

• A Wayfinding tool for easy navigation

Remember: ticket barcodes refresh automatically, so screenshots won’t work — the live barcode in the app must be scanned at entry.

A Grand Prix Weekend Like Never Before

From superstar concerts and pit lane moments to family adventures and cultural escapes, the 2025 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix promises a season finale that’s bigger, better, and more thrilling on every level. The race is only half the story — the experience is the rest.