Race Ready: Abu Dhabi F1 Schedule and Travel Guide

Welcome to the Race Ready for the Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix, taking place in the UAE, from 4-6 December 2026.

We’re here to ensure you have all the information available at your fingertips to enable you to get the most out of your live motorsport experience.

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Abu Dhabi F1 weekend schedule

For many F1 fans, Abu Dhabi is at the very top of the bucket list. One of the most spectacular destinations on the F1 calendar provides a genuine experience of a lifetime.

The schedule for the 2026 race is yet to be released, but below is the 2025 schedule to give you an idea of when sessions tend to take place.

FRIDAY 5 DECEMBER

LOCAL TIME (GMT+4) | UK TIME (GMT) | SERIES | SESSION
09:00 | 05:00 | FORMULA 4 UAE | PRACTICE SESSION
10:05 | 06:05 | MASTERS HISTORIC | PRACTICE SESSION
11:05 | 07:05 | FORMULA 2 | PRACTICE SESSION
12:30 | 08:30 | FORMULA 1 | PIRELLI HOT LAPS
13:30 | 09:30 | FORMULA 1 | FIRST PRACTICE SESSION
15:00 | 11:00 | FORMULA 2 | QUALIFYING SESSION
16:00 | 12:00 | FORMULA 4 UAE | QUALIFYING SESSION
17:00 | 13:00 | FORMULA 1 | SECOND PRACTICE SESSION
18:30 | 14:30 | MASTERS HISTORIC | QUALIFYING SESSION

SATURDAY 6 DECEMBER

LOCAL TIME (GMT+4) | UK TIME (GMT) | SERIES | SESSION
11:25 | 07:25 | FORMULA 4 UAE | FIRST RACE
13:35 | 09:35 | FORMULA 1 | PIRELLI HOT LAPS
14:30 | 08:30 | FORMULA 1 | THIRD PRACTICE SESSION
16:15 | 12:15 | FORMULA 2 | SPRINT RACE
18:00 | 14:00 | FORMULA 1 | QUALIFYING SESSION
19:45 | 15:45 | MASTERS HISTORIC | FIRST RACE

SUNDAY 7 DECEMBER

LOCAL TIME (GMT+4) | UK TIME (GMT) | SERIES | SESSION
10:05 | 06:05 | MASTERS HISTORIC | SECOND RACE
11:20 | 07:50 | FORMULA 4 UAE | SECOND RACE
12:05 | 08:05 | FORMULA 1 | PIRELLI HOT LAPS
13:15 | 09:15 | FORMULA 2 | FEATURE RACE
17:00 | 13:00 | FORMULA 1 | ABU DHABI GRAND PRIX

Support races at the Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix

A close Formula 2 season will once again come an thrilling close at the Yas Marina Circuit in December 2026

Music Acts at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

Famous for its unrivalled music line-up, the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix welcomed Benson Boone, Post Malone, Elyanna, Metallica and Katy Perry to the 2025 race, and there is sure to be a star-studded lineup once more in 2026. Entry to these concerts is free with your weekend Grand Prix ticket!

Yas Marina Circuit Map

Use our track map to plan your trip as best you can. You can download the image or take a screenshot to have it to hand during the Grand Prix weekend.

Where is the best place to sit at the Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix?

It is essential to have your priorities in order when planning your trip to a Formula 1 Grand Prix. Use the map above to help you in your planning.

Our handy Yas Marina Grandstand Guide will help make sure you find the right vantage point for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

Abu Dhabi Grand Prix: Grandstand Guide for the F1 race at Yas Marina

Yas Marina Track Stats

MARINA BAY | TRACK STATS
FIRST GRAND PRIX | 2009
LAP LENGTH | 5.281 km
LAP RECORD | 1:25.637 Kevin Magnussen (2024)
LAPS | 58
RACE DISTANCE | 306.183km
TURNS | 21

Where to stay at the Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix

Making the trip to a big city state like Abu Dhabi for a Grand Prix means that you can enjoy a wealth of accommodation options. Generally, the later you leave booking your accommodation, the higher the prices and more limited the choice of options. You can check out our full guide on where to stay for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix here:

Where to stay for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

Getting to the Yas Marina Circuit for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

Getting to the circuit can be a stressful process on a Formula 1 weekend. Our full guide should help you plan your journeys to and from the Yas Marina Circuit, wherever you’re staying.

How to get to Yas Marina for the 2025 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

Important Information

Emergencies

999 is the general emergency number

Good to Know

The local currency is the Arab Emirate Dirham (AED). The exchange rate is around 1 GBP to 4.64 AED. All goods and services are paid in the local currency.

The official languages is Arabic.

Prohibited Items at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

Customer Service

If you require assistance during the race weekend, feel free to contact our customer service team through the Motorsport Tickets Help Centre.

FAQs

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