Internationally renowned pop sensations Maroon 5 are heading to Abu Dhabi to headline Friday’s Yasalam After-Race Concert on 6 December.
Ethara has revealed an impressive lineup for the 2024 Yasalam After-Race Concerts supporting the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, with more exciting artists to be announced soon.
Access to the concert is exclusive for race ticketholders, with an early-bird offer on Golden Circle Upgrades of 20% discount from 25 June to 2 July.
Abu Dhabi, UAE,June 2024: Ethara has today announced American award-winning band, Maroon 5 will headline the Yasalam After-Race Concerts at the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on Friday 6th December 2024.
Led by popstar Adam Levine, the Los Angeles-based band will perform at Etihad Park on the second day of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Maroon 5 will come to Abu Dhabi with their diverse discography regularly topping charts, helping them amass superstardom stature throughout three decades.
Their successes include a combined 50 Grammy and Billboard Music Award nominations, while Maroon 5 gained multi-platinum certifications in more than 35 countries. Having wowed crowds with musical hits including classics ‘Moves Like Jagger’, ‘Maps’ and ‘Payphone’ – the band boasts an impressive list of blockbuster hits that fans can look forward to in Abu Dhabi.
Maroon 5 joins a lineup of music titans who have made their way to Abu Dhabi to perform for record-breaking crowds over the race weekend. Earlier this year, Ethara announced British rock group Muse to perform on the final day of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix wrapping up an unrivaled 4-day event in the region. The two-time Grammy award-winning group will take the stage at Etihad Park on Sunday, 8 December for a celebration marking the end of a historic Formula 1 season.
Having welcomed more than 170,000 fans from around the world in 2023, the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix has cemented its reputation as the biggest sporting and entertainment event in the region. The four-day festivities will kick off later this year from 5th to 8th December, offering the perfect winter getaway for global fans. Furthermore, Formula 1 will also be capping off the longest-ever season in the sport’s history in the UAE capital with exhilarating racing action in the evening followed by a night of unmatched entertainment.
Fans attending the race can enhance their concert experience with the Golden Circle Upgrade, offering fast-track entry, access closest to the stage and artists, and dedicated beverage stations. Racegoers can upgrade their ticket online at Yas Marina Circuit’s Formula 1 Upgrade page.
Saif Rashid Al Noaimi, CEO of Ethara said “We are thrilled to announce Maroon 5 as the Friday headliner for the upcoming Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Their unparalleled talent and global appeal make them an excellent fit for the lineup of artists performing at the race this year.”
“We always look forward to building an event that is thrilling on and off-track for the global audience that Formula 1 attracts to Abu Dhabi. With the record-breaking turnout we had in 2023, we were eager to confirm a diverse lineup of internationally renowned artists for the Yasalam After-Race Concerts. With Maroon 5 joining Muse, we have confirmed two out of four world-class headliners for this year’s event. We are excited to reveal the final two artists performing at Etihad Park soon.”
Fans can take advantage of a limited time offer with 20% discounts the Yasalam After-Race Concert Golden Circle Upgrades for just 7 days starting 25 June. Tickets are selling out fast, but experiences are still available for fans eager to catch the on-track action in December with General Admission tickets available from AED 600. Fan favourite locations Abu Dhabi Hill and Horizon 360 are currently available for 1-Day and 3-Day passes respectively with hospitality packages offering an elevated race experience with a variety of live entertainment and F&B.
ABOUT ETHARA:
Ethara is shaping the future of entertainment, sport, culture, event services, and asset management regionally and internationally. Headquartered on Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island, and with offices in Dubai and Riyadh, the company employs over 300 professionals who offer an unrivalled wealth of expertise, experience, knowledge and skills. Ethara, meaning ‘thrill’ in Arabic, operates an impressive portfolio of assets, including Yas Marina Circuit, Etihad Park, Etihad Arena and the Yas Conference Centre. The company works with leading events companies, IP owners, and entertainment partners locally and internationally to deliver world-class, first-to-market events and experiences.
ABOUT YAS MARINA CIRCUIT:
Yas Marina Circuit is the United Arab Emirates’ most exciting sporting and entertainment multi-purpose venue. Located on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, the circuit is home to the annual FORMULA 1 ETIHAD AIRWAYS ABU DHABI GRAND PRIX and much more. In addition to the extensive year-round program of professional and grassroots motorsport events and experiences including Drag and Yas Track Nights, the circuit has emerged as a thriving hub for entertainment and community events in the UAE.
Yas Marina Circuit is also a champion of sustainability in motorsports, receiving the Three-Star Environmental Certification from the FIA, the governing body’s highest recognition of sustainability. The award is an acknowledgement of the circuit’s long-standing commitment to environmental management with the objective of standing with Formula One in becoming Net-Zero Carbon by 2030.
As the region’s most technologically advanced facility, the circuit is also a leading MICE venue, regularly hosting a diverse range of corporate meetings, conferences, and events. Whether you want to experience the thrill of karting at our Kartzone, driving an Aston Martin GT4 at over 200km/hour on an F1 circuit, work towards your racing license at the Yas Racing School, get fit at TrainYas, participate in one of our many sporting events, or simply catch up with friends at Yas Central, Yas Marina Circuit truly is The Meeting Place of Champions.
