The 2026 Yasalam After-Race Concerts run from 3–6 December at Etihad Live on Yas Island. The organiser’s confirmed programme now includes acts for all four nights, with a further Friday reveal still expected. General admission is tied to Abu Dhabi GP tickets; Golden Circle is an upgrade, while Yasalam Classics and other entertainment have separate…
The 2026 Yasalam After-Race Concerts run from 3–6 December at Etihad Live on Yas Island. The organiser’s confirmed programme now includes acts for all four nights, with a further Friday reveal still expected. General admission is tied to Abu Dhabi GP tickets; Golden Circle is an upgrade, while Yasalam Classics and other entertainment have separate arrangements.
Related: explore our full Yas Island area guide for Ferrari World, Yas Waterworld, Etihad Arena and things to do.
Quick Reference
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Event | Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2026 |
| After-Race Concert dates | 3–6 December 2026 |
| Concert venue | Etihad Live (formerly Etihad Park), Yas Island |
| Access | General admission is for Abu Dhabi GP ticket holders; check the chosen ticket’s concert entitlement. Golden Circle is an upgrade. |
| Getting there | Plan a car, taxi or confirmed race-weekend transfer. Compare the hotel address and transport arrangements. |
What Are the Yasalam After-Race Concerts?
The After-Race Concerts are the main evening music programme at Etihad Live, formerly Etihad Park. They are different from performances at Etihad Arena, the circuit’s terrace experiences and official after-parties. Use the named venue and ticket entitlement when planning: “Yasalam” is an umbrella for several formats, not one admission product.
The 2026 Line-Up
The published 2026 lineup lists:
Thursday 3 December: Zara Larsson and Lewis Capaldi.
Friday 4 December: Alex Warren, with one more artist still to be announced.
Saturday 5 December: Imagine Dragons.
Sunday 6 December: The Chainsmokers and The Script.
These After-Race Concerts are at Etihad Live. Andrea Bocelli’s Yasalam Classics date is Wednesday 2 December at Etihad Arena, a separately ticketed booking.
How to Attend
General admission to the After-Race Concerts is exclusive to Abu Dhabi GP ticket holders. Choose the GP product for the dates and concert entitlement shown in its description. Golden Circle is a separate upgrade for closer-to-stage access, fast-track entry and dedicated beverage points; it is not standard general admission. The organiser says Friday upgrades will be available soon. Bocelli’s Etihad Arena show needs its own ticket.
Do not mix up the other stages: the organiser also advertises Shimza, CamelPhat and Black Coffee within the 16/360 terrace programme on 4–6 December, and Anyma’s ÆDEN after-party at Yas Gateway Park on 4 December. Those names belong to different locations and booking formats from the main Etihad Live concert bill.
Getting There and Staying
The concert venue and circuit are on Yas Island, which also has attractions including Ferrari World and Yas Waterworld. Plan the transfer and return around the official race-weekend instructions. A Yas Island hotel can shorten the journey, but it does not make every hotel a short walk from Etihad Live. Compare the actual address and any confirmed shuttle service before booking.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2026?
3–6 December 2026, at Yas Marina Circuit on Yas Island.
Who is playing the 2026 After-Race Concerts?
Zara Larsson and Lewis Capaldi on 3 December; Alex Warren on 4 December, with another Friday artist pending; Imagine Dragons on 5 December; The Chainsmokers and The Script on 6 December. Andrea Bocelli’s separate Yasalam Classics show is on 2 December at Etihad Arena.
Are the After-Race Concerts free?
They are not free public concerts. General admission is for Abu Dhabi GP ticket holders, under the entitlement of their chosen ticket. Golden Circle is an additional upgrade, and separate Yasalam formats have their own booking arrangements.
Where are the concerts held?
At Etihad Live (formerly Etihad Park) on Yas Island. Yasalam Classics is at Etihad Arena.
How do I get to Yas Island?
Plan a car, taxi or confirmed event transfer. Check the race-weekend transport instructions and your hotel’s actual distance from the concert venue; staying somewhere on Yas Island does not guarantee a walkable route.
Do I need a separate ticket for Andrea Bocelli?
Yes — Yasalam Classics at Etihad Arena is a separately ticketed show.
Facts checked on 12 October 2026.
