Lights out and cameras on for Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2026
The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2026 is officially revving up for a huge weekend from 3 to 6 December 2026, and now we’ve got even more reason to clear the diary.
Pop powerhouse Zara Larsson and everyone’s favourite emotional ballad king Lewis Capaldi have both been confirmed to perform on 3 December as part of the race weekend’s live entertainment line-up. Yes, the very first night. Yes, we’re already excited.
Zara has been having a full circle moment lately (Lush Life on repeat, anyone?), and you can fully expect big energy. As for Lewis, he recently had the capital in its feelings at Saadiyat Nights, so prepare for a crowd of thousands passionately singing along under the Abu Dhabi sky.
A title decider under the lights?
The race itself takes place at the iconic Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, held at Formula 1’s dramatic season finale. And if last year taught us anything, it’s that the championship can go right down to the final lap. With new regulations shaking things up and both Cadillac and Audi joining the grid, 2026 is shaping up to be a bold new era for the sport. Unpredictable? Absolutely. And because it’s the final race of the season, titles can quite literally be won or lost under the lights at Yas Marina Circuit. No pressure then.
Also read: Tickets for Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2026 now on sale
Grandstands and tickets: what you need to know
We’re spoilt for choice here in Abu Dhabi, with multiple grandstands positioned at different corners of the track, each offering its own view of the roaring, nail-biting action. Whether you want to see overtakes into Turn 1, the hairpin drama or that iconic marina backdrop, there’s a seat with your name on it.
If you took our previous advice and did your research, all that’s left to do now is check your budget and confidently hit ‘add to cart’. But don’t hang about. Tickets for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix have a habit of disappearing quickly. It is the final race of the season after all.
A couple of reminders:
- Tickets are on sale via Ticketmaster, so expect to join a virtual queue.
- Dynamic pricing will be in place, meaning prices may shift based on demand.
- Concert access is typically linked to race ticket packages, so double check what’s included before you buy.
So, are you here for the championship showdown, the sing-your-heart-out anthems, or both? Either way, 3 December is looking like a very good night to be in Abu Dhabi, and there is more artists to be announced soon.
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