Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2026: 1/2/3/4-Day Pass

Getting started

Arrive at Yas Marina Circuit on Yas Island and head to the main entrance for ticket validation and security checks. Follow event signage to your designated grandstand, general admission area, or hospitality suite.

What to expect

As the 2026 Formula 1 World Championship reaches its finale, the atmosphere is unmatched. The twilight race unfolds over 58 laps, starting in daylight and finishing under floodlights. The roar of engines, dramatic overtakes, and the backdrop of Abu Dhabi’s skyline make every moment unforgettable.

Features

Your ticket unlocks far more than the race itself:

• Explore interactive fan zones with esports arenas, simulators, and live entertainment.

• Discover world-class hospitality lounges and gourmet dining options across the circuit.

• End each evening at Etihad Park, where international artists headline the Yasalam After-Race Concerts.

Depending on your ticket, you can also enjoy access to Abu Dhabi’s top attractions:

• Ferrari World, Yas Waterworld, and Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi.

• Louvre Abu Dhabi and Qasr Al Watan for a cultural deep dive.

Race schedule

• Day 1: Dec 3, 2026 – Fan events & on-site entertainment

• Day 2: Dec 4, 2026 – Practice Session 1: 1:30pm to 2:30pm | Practice Session 2: 5pm to 6pm

• Day 3: Dec 5, 2026 – Practice Session 3: 2:30pm to 3:30pm | Qualifying: 6pm to 7pm

• Day 4: Dec 6, 2026 – Race Day: 5pm onwards

Artist line-up

• Pre-Race (Wed, Dec 2, 2026): Andrea Bocelli (Yasalam Classics at Etihad Arena)

• Day 1 (Thu, Dec 3, 2026): Lewis Capaldi & Zara Larsson

• Day 2 (Fri, Dec 4, 2026): Main After-Race Concert TBA

• Day 3 (Sat, Dec 5, 2026): Imagine Dragons

• Day 4 (Sun, Dec 6, 2026): The Script & The Chainsmokers

Choose your seating

• North Grandstand: Multi-level stand wrapping Turn 5, the iconic hairpin where Max Verstappen passed Lewis Hamilton for the 2021 title. Located steps from Etihad Park for easy concert access.

• North Straight: Single-level stand positioned just past Turn 5 along the high-speed straight exiting the hairpin. Offers a short walk to Etihad Park.

• North Straight Club / Premium: Captures the North Straight sightline with covered club seating and upgraded hospitality service.

• South Grandstand: Overlooks the sweeping section between Turns 10 and 11, delivering prime views of overtakes into Turn 9 and the Yas Marina waterfront.

• South Club: Features the South Grandstand sightlines paired with covered club seating and enhanced hospitality service.

• West Grandstand: L-shaped stand wrapping Turn 6—the primary DRS zone—offering front-row views of heavy braking overtakes alongside distant views of the final corner and main straight.

• West Straight / Premium: Positioned along the straight adjacent to the West Grandstand, keeping you close to the Turn 6 DRS action.

• West Club / West Yas Suite: Combines West Grandstand sightlines with the added comfort of covered club seating or an enclosed air-conditioned suite.

• Marsa Box: Trackside lounge set within the Marina Grandstand, featuring yacht views, all-day premium hospitality, and open bar service.

• Skybridge Terrace: Balcony lounge offering panoramic views across the marina and the iconic W Hotel, complete with VIP seating and free-flowing refreshments.

Quick FAQs

• What’s included with my ticket?: All tickets provide access to the Yas Marina Circuit, giant trackside screens, and fan zones. Depending on your pass, you may also enjoy pit lane walks, after-race concerts, and entry to Yas Island theme parks or Abu Dhabi landmarks.

• When should I arrive?: Plan to arrive at least 1–2 hours before your chosen session to allow time for ticket validation, security, and reaching your seat or hospitality area.

• What should I expect on race day?: Expect four action-packed days with practice sessions, qualifying rounds, and the final race on Dec 7. Between events, enjoy concerts, fan activities, dining, and shopping.

• Are the after-race concerts included?: Yes, all tickets include access to Yasalam After-Race Concerts. The lineup features Post Malone & Elyanna (Friday), Metallica (Saturday), and Katy Perry (Sunday). Thursday entry with Benson Boone is complimentary.

• Is food available inside the venue?: Yes, the circuit offers a wide choice of food and beverage outlets, from casual dining to premium lounges.