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Let’s gear up for the 9th annual 2017 Formula 1 ® Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
Taking place from Thursday November 23 to Sunday November 26, Yas Island’s race weekend programme will offer visitors a star-studded line-up of events and nightlife, mouth-watering dining offers, thrilling theme park action, indulgent shopping, and much more.
Let’s get into details and check what awaits visitors this year.
NEW THIS YEAR
‘The Kids Go Free’ Package
The all-new ‘Kids Go Free’ package allows children under 12 complimentary Friday Grandstand access plus free entry to all Yas Island theme parks.
Three-day ticket holders can register up to four children each, bringing the whole family together to celebrate in style this race weekend.
Adrenaline junkies can opt for the ‘GP Parks Pass’ ticket package, which will provide visitors with access to Ferrari World Abu Dhabi and Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi on Friday, Saturday and Sunday throughout the F1®.
Ready for the after-race Yasalam concerts? All Abu Dhabi Grand Prix ticket holders will have free general admission access to an amazing line-up at the Yasalam After-Race Concerts.
This year’s acts include internationally-renowned DJ Calvin Harris (Thursday), music superstar Kendrick Lamar (Friday), UK-based rockers Mumford & Sons (Saturday) and global icon P!NK (Sunday).
For the first time Abu Dhabi Grand Stand ticket holders can upgrade their weekend with the GOLDEN CIRCLE UPGRADES package offering BEST ACCESS for all four concerts at AED 945, Calving Harris (AED 195), Kendrick Lamar (AED 295), Mumford & Sons (AED 295) and P!NK (AED 395).
Tickets are available online at www.yasmarinacircuit.com, through the Yas Marina Circuit Call Centre at (800 927) or +971 (0) 2 659 9800, as well as through all Etihad Airways Shops and Virgin Megastores, Yas Central Express stand at Yas Mall, and through the YasHUB smartphone app and Yas Marina Circuit Facebook shop: www.facebook.com/yasmarinacircuit
FOR THE PARTY GOERS
The party goers will be spoilt for choice this weekend. Here are a few options at Yas Island.
After-parties at Radisson Blu Hotel
4 days, 4 nights, 4 venues. Are you ready for the best weekend of your life? Great entertainment, international DJ’s, and superb dining. All fueled by the sound of the race.
Dress up, be seen and party with international house music legends at newly launched Filini Garden.
Gorge on delicious bar bites and enjoy R&B/commercial house vibes at Belgian Beer Café.
Sway to the Latin beats to celebrate the thrill of F1 as while feasting on mouthwatering Mexican food & beverages at Amerigos and chill over live entertainment, nibbles & tipples under the stars at Shams Pool Bar.
F1 Brunch at Amerigos
Get ready for a feisty F1 Friday Brunch at Amerigos! Feel the thrill of the race and tuck in to delicious Mexican food served street style while enjoying stunning views and listening to great club mixes by our resident DJ. Celebrate the sunset with an after party – and chill out with some fun & quirky garden games! For more information, follow facebook.com/ParkInnYas
After-parties at Rotana
Live the race hype exclusively at Y bar, Yas Island Rotana and C. Mondo, Centro Yas Island with unbeatable vibes and music beats late into the night.
FOR THE FOODIES
Yas Marina
Best for the glitz, glamour, dining and celeb-spotting:
Situated at the heart of the F1® action, and home to some of the world’s largest, luxurious super yachts, is Yas Marina. Open to all, the marina is a perfect pick for race goers and revellers wanting to immerse themselves in the electric atmosphere, glamour and non-stop track-side action. With nine licensed restaurants, lounges and clubs – Café D’Alsace, Rozanah, Stars ‘N’ Bars, Diablito Food & Music, Iris, Aquarium, Cipriani, 1 OAK, and House of Debonair, it is the perfect place to revel in the social side of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
For more information, visit: www.yasmarina.ae/raceweek
Hickories
Best for a Race Weekend brunch and a late night bite:
Feast on Hickories restaurant’s Racing Buffet all weekend from noon to 4pm. Follow up the concerts with a big, juicy, burger or shawarma and beverages at the bar, which will remain open until midnight. An additional parking fee will be applicable which can be redeemed against food and beverage.
For more information, please visit www.yaslinks.com
FOR THE LUXURY-LIFESTYLE ENTHUSIASTS
Yas Viceroy Hotel
Best for superb gastronomical dining, celeb-spotting and nightlife:
Hospitality Suites will be available with terraces offering unrivalled views over the Formula 1™ racetrack and the Yas Marina. Those with a booking will also have daily access from 10am until conclusion of day’s racing along with free flowing premium beverages throughout the day. Each guest will receive a Yas Viceroy Formula One hotel day pass including direct access to Yas Marina and a general admission pass to the concerts during Formula 1™.
For more information, visit https://www.viceroyhotelsandresorts.com/en/abudhabi