The long awaited Formula 1 GP weekend in Abu Dhabi inches closer and the 2025 happenings have transformed the city into a high-energy spot for race enthusiasts and music lovers. With luxury, ecstatic energy and top-tier hospitality in every corner, Abu Dhabi promises a surge of excitement with its fiery tracks, lineup of pop-ups, parties, gourmet experiences and some of the hottest hits of the century from 4th December - 7th December 2025. The Yas Marina Circuit is geared up for some fast fun, so get ready for beaming excitement all around the city!

Races

The Yas Marina Circuit is prepped and polished for the world’s best drivers to take over. A thrilling 58 laps with smooth straights and 16 thrilling turns sums up the main event to an exciting anticipation for over 60k fans. Filling seats and cheers emerge to witness the true meaning of speed, so get on the track!

Practice round 1

5 December, from 1:30PM - 2:30PM

Practice round 2

5 December, from 5PM - 6PM

Practice round 3

6 December, from 2:30PM - 3:30PM

Qualifying round

6 December, from 6PM - 7PM

Final Race

7 December, at 5PM

Race After-Parties

Party with some of the greats, celebrating the wins in true Yas-style!

December 5: Kienmusik

Dance to the electric beats of Kienmusik, making its long-awaited UAE comeback at the Yas Gateway Park on December 5th. With pure sonic energy, the official Abu Dhabi after party promises to keep you grooving from 10:30PM to your hearts desire. Grab a ticket for an electronic journey with the iconic German-collective.

5 December, Yas Gateway Park, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, abudhabigp.com

December 5: Idris Elba

The beloved actor, producer and DJ Edris Elba is set to hit the stage at the Yasalam official after-parties on December 5th with his signature blend of deep house and high octane rhythm. Fusing sound, style and pure energy with the backdrop of the practice day views, this moment is a seamless day-to-night celebration where global star power meets electric beats under the Abu Dhabi sky.

5 December, Yas Gateway Park, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, abudhabigp.com

December 6: Calvin Harris

Garden on Yas turns up the heat on Saturday night with Calvin Harris hitting the stage with his dancefloor anthems, chart-toppers, and euphoric energy on December 6th. With tunes to keep you grooving all through the night, celebrate qualifying night with a master of music and electric energy.

6 December, Garden on Yas, W Abu Dhabi, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, abudhabigp.com

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After-Race Concerts

The races are done but the energy is still high for the energetic after-race concerts. From the soulful Benson Boone to the beaming energy of Metallica, the after-race concerts keep the night young.

December 4: Benson Boone

The world's beloved heart-throb Benson Boone has landed at Etihad Park to grace the stage with chart-toppers like Beautiful Things and Slow Down on December 4. An electric performance and soulful vocals awaits to keep the crowd on their feet and in their feels all night long.

4 December, Etihad Park, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, abudhabigp.com

December 5: Post Malone

Multi-platinum artist Post Malone, known for blending hip-hop, rock, and pop like no other will take over Etihad Park on December 5. An engaging performance with global hits like Sunflower and an undeniable charisma, Post Malone brings the energy to F1 Abu Dhabi practice day.

5 December, Etihad Park, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, abudhabigp.com

December 5: Elyanna

Get ready for global fusion as Elyanna takes the stage at Etihad Park on 5 December! Blending Arabic soul with Latin flair, the Palestinian-Chilean trailblazer with angelic vocals brings a celebration of cultures to a diverse crowd. Grab a front row look for a performance that captures hearts.

5 December, Etihad Park, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, abudhabigp.com

December 6: Metallica

Brace yourselves as Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Metallica make their way to Etihad Park for a night of pure adrenaline on December 6. Witness as these icons of hard rock bring their powerful presence and record-breaking hits to the stage. Party all night with Metallica before the main event.

6 December, Etihad Park, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, abudhabigp.com

December 7: Katy Perry

The races are done, the winners are crowned and it’s time to party like there’s no tomorrow with the iconic Katy Perry on December 7 at Etihad Park. Turn up the volume for hits like "Firework" to "Roar"and expect to be blown away by her dazzling costumes, iconic anthems, and high-energy dance beats.

7 December, Etihad Park, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, abudhabigp.com

Parties Around the City

Asia Asia

Dine in style this race weekend with Asia Asia’s delectable Spice Route Brunch. Discover the flavours of the ancient Spice Route, with an eclectic 4-course menu of chef’s favourites, unlimited drinks and a beaming ambience.

From AED 350, 6 December - 7 December, 1PM - 4PM, Asia Asia, Yas Bay, Abu Dhabi, solutions-leisure.com, +971 4 423 8302

Bagatelle

Bagatelle is turning up the heat this race weekend with an impressive line up of world-renowned artists over 4 nights from December 4 - 7. Opening race weekend with a lightning performance from Central Cee on December 4, followed by BÂZÂR by SASSON on December 5, BLOND:ISH on December 6 and closing off strong with Carl Cox on December 7. Head over to Bagatelle to witness these icons of the generation light up the room!

AED 500, 4 December - 7 December, W Abu Dhabi, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi abudhabinight.com

Bla Bla Bar

Bla Bla Bar has entered the Yas Marina Circuit along with their vibrant atmosphere to F1 race weekend, offering guests their signature brunch package to keep the vibes high. Join Bla Bla Bar this race weekend to keep the party going all weekend long!

From AED 500, 4 December - 7 December, 12PM - 4PM, Bla Bla Bar, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, raceweekend.ae, +971 56 833 3772

CÉ LA VI

As the F1 season lights up Abu Dhabi, CÉ LA VI turns up the energy at Luna Lounge for an unforgettable weekend of music, fine dining, and skyline views. On Sunday, December 7, enjoy two complimentary drinks and celebrate with a live set by world-renowned DJ and producer Enoo Napa, promising an electric atmosphere and signature CÉ LA VI flair.

AED 295, 7 December, 8:30PM - 2AM, CÉ LA VI, Luna Lounge, Yas Marina Circuit, Abu Dhabi, +971 52 935 7368

Club Iris

Club Iris, Abu Dhabi’s favorite nightlife destination is back with a bang for this F1 weekend with an elevated pop-up experience. Known for an impressive line-up of international entertainment, Club Iris did not disappoint with a three-night takeover from December 5–7, featuring world-class headliners DJs Vanco, Shimza, and closing with Agents of Time. Race over to Club Iris, where music, luxury, and the thrill of the Grand Prix come together.

From AED 300, 5 December - 7 December, 6PM onwards, Club Iris, Yas Marina, Abu Dhabi platinumlist.net

Secret Parties - IRIS

Experience the thrill of the Formula 1 Grand Prix in Abu Dhabi like never before at the exclusive Secret F1 Brunch at Iris. From delicious food and signature cocktails to an all-you-can-enjoy selection of drinks, the F1 brunch is for those who want to savour the action while experiencing the ultimate party.

AED 450, 6 December - 7 December, 1PM - 4PM, Iris, Level 3 Yas Marina Circuit, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, secret-parties.com

Lock, Stock & Barrel

LSB Abu Dhabi captures the fiery energy of F1 weekend through their Lock, Stock & Live The Brunch: Race Edition F1. Keep the adrenaline pumping all weekend long with LSB’s wildest brunch.

From AED 225, 6 December, 1PM - 4PM, Lock, Stock & Barrel, Yas Bay, Abu Dhabi solutions-leisure.com, +971 4 423 8308

Mika Restaurant

Spend this race weekend dining with Mika Abu Dhabi. Brunch on Mediterranean flavours with Mika Riviera from 1PM - 4PM along with a cheery atmosphere, and as the sun sets the energy rises to La Festa Mika, the after-race celebrations, from 7PM onwards with live DJs, entertainment, and a chef’s special set menu for a minimum spend of AED850. Secure a table to have the perfect experience with Mika!

From AED 699, 6 December - 7 December, 1PM till 4PM, Mika Restaurant, Yas Marina, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, mika.ae, +971 56 433 1422

Nobu

Nobu’s exclusive pop-up at Yas Marina offers guests an elevated F1 dining experience. Enjoy a delectable assortment of gourmet food along with carefully curated drinks packages for the finest F1 experience.

From AED 300, 4 December - 7 December, 12PM - 4PM, Yas Marina, Abu Dhabi, sevenrooms.com

Surf Club

Surf Club has arrived at Yas Island to make F1 weekend unforgettable. Starting off with a delectable brunch on December 6 and 7 from 1PM - 5PM, offering Mediterranean flavours, free-flowing drinks and music to start the day right! As the sun sets, the night moves to the main stage with MOOJO and Massuma on December 6 and MRAK and KAYTEK on December 7. Surf Club has got the whole weekend covered with top notch entertainment, all that left is to grab the spot!

From AED 399, 6 December - 7 December, 1PM onwards, Star Deck, Yas Marina, Abu Dhabi, +971 4 589 5444

SUSHISAMBA

As the city roars with the excitement of Formula 1 weekend, head over to SUSHISAMBA Abu Dhabi and turn up the heat with a spectacular Race to SAMBA Brunch. Indulge in an elevated culinary journey inspired by the bold, tri-cultural flavours of Japan, Brazil, and Peru. The city’s most vibrant brunch transforms into a high-octane celebration where world-class entertainment, exquisite flavours, and SUSHISAMBA’s unmistakable energy take centre stage.

From AED 595, 6 December, 12PM - 3PM, SUSHISAMBA, Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers, Abu Dhabi, sushisamba.com, +971 2 811 5882

White Abu Dhabi

White Abu Dhabi has taken race weekend to the next level by bringing the most exciting shows to the city. A line up of the most popular DJs including FIDELES the acclaimed Italian DJ and production duo whose sound moves fluidly across the full spectrum of electronic and dance music. Renowned for their powerful, emotive builds and high-energy drops, they weave cinematic textures, hypnotic rhythms, and club-driven grooves into a signature style that resonates on dancefloors worldwide, joined by Rolbac on December 6 and the iconic Francis Mercier, Adassiya, Non Grata and ED’N’RAY on December 7. Race for the tickets to watch these masterful icons work their magic.

AED 200, 6 December - 7 December, 10PM onwards, White Abu Dhabi, Yas Bay, Abu Dhabi, platinumlist.net, +971 50 639 8934

F1 weekend is as busy as ever with events all over Abu Dhabi to keep you in the spirit. A Grand Prix weekend like never before with renowned artists, DJs and chefs hitting the city to celebrate. See you on the tracks!

F1 Abu Dhabi GP 2025 Happenings

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