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BUYING TICKETS

#AbuDhabiGP 2026 will take place from 3-6 December 2026

We offer multiple options to purchase tickets:

Tip: Always review the ticket description before purchasing for age restrictions, accessibility and what's included in your ticket.

Children under 2 years do not need a ticket. They can enter for free. (Children eligible for free entry should be under 2 years during the event dates.)

Children 2 years and over need a ticket. Certain venues have age restrictions that only welcome guests over 12 years or 21 years. Please check for any age restriction details on your ticket. Proof of age may be required during entry.

Visit https://www.abudhabigp.com/en/authorized-onsellers to see the current list.

Please note: Tickets purchased from unauthorized sources may not be accepted for entry.

If you've purchased a ticket from the Abu Dhabi GP website or Ticketmaster, you’ll receive an order confirmation on the email associated with your Ticketmaster account from [email protected]


Need help locating your tickets?

No. All tickets and upgrades are available on abudhabigp.com/tickets-2026 or through our ticketing partner website ticketmaster.ae (subject to availability).

Please check your internet connection. If money has been deducted from your account, or if your bank sent a message regarding the purchase, contact your bank to confirm whether the payment went through. Please check if you have received an order confirmation email. Sometimes, in case of an unsuccessful purchase, the deducted amount might get reversed to your account. Once you have confirmed, you can start your purchase journey again.

RECEIVING TICKETS

Your tickets will be available to view on the Abu Dhabi GP app under 'My Tickets' 24 hours after you have purchased them.

Download the app here:

Apple App Store
Google Play

Download the Abu Dhabi GP app and log in with the same email address you used to purchase your tickets. You will be prompted to enter your Ticketmaster account credentials or create a Ticketmaster account to log in to the app.

Once you have successfully logged in, tap on My Tickets to view race tickets, concerts, experiences, upgrades, and more.

Once your onseller successfully transfers your tickets to you, you’ll receive an email from [email protected]. Use the same email address to log in to the Abu Dhabi GP app, and tap on 'My Tickets' to view your race tickets, concerts, experiences and upgrades. You will be prompted to enter your Ticketmaster account credentials or create a Ticketmaster account to log in to the app.

Your tickets will be available to view on the Abu Dhabi GP app under 'My Tickets' 24 hours after you have purchased them.

Need help locating your tickets?

  • If you purchased via our website or sales outlets: Call 800-YAS (927) / +971 2 497 9000 or WhatsApp +971 800 927
  • If you purchased via our ticketing partner Ticketmaster: submit a request on https://help.ticketmaster.ae/
  • If you purchased via an authorized onseller: contact them directly
  • If someone purchased tickets on your behalf: ask the purchaser to share your tickets with you

No. Tickets are digital and can only be accessed on the Abu Dhabi GP app. Please make sure you have installed the latest version of the app from your mobile application store.

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All upgrades and ticket experiences will be available under 'My Tickets' on the Abu Dhabi GP app.

  • If you just made a purchase: Allow 24 hours for your tickets to appear on the app
  • If someone purchased tickets on your behalf: ask the purchaser to share your tickets with you

Currently, only 3-day and 4-day tickets include 1-day access to any one Yas Island theme park or teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi, along with entry to Louvre Abu Dhabi, Qasr Al Watan, Zayed National Museum and Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi.

SHARING TICKETS

The option to transfer your tickets will be available closer to the event on the Abu Dhabi GP app.

No. Resale of tickets is not permitted unless you are an official, approved onseller. You may however gift your ticket to someone else if you are unable to attend #AbuDhabiGP yourself. Once you have received your tickets, you can transfer them directly to your friends and family using the Abu Dhabi GP app.

No. Tickets and upgrades must be presented on the Abu Dhabi GP app. Screenshots or printouts will not be accepted.

TICKET HELP

Refunds are only possible if the event is cancelled.

If you can’t attend, tickets are transferable. You can gift them to family and friends using the Transfer feature on the Abu Dhabi GP app.

For more information, take a look at our refund policy.

TICKETMASTER

All #AbuDhabiGP 2026 tickets will be available exclusively on the Abu Dhabi GP app. You will need to create or log in with your Ticketmaster account on the app to link your tickets, but your tickets will only be accessible and scannable through the Abu Dhabi GP app.

Yes. Regardless of where you purchased your tickets (abudhabigp.com, authorized outlets, or authorized onsellers), they will be valid once they appear on your Abu Dhabi GP app under 'My Tickets'.

No. All #AbuDhabiGP tickets must be accessed, shared, and presented via the Abu Dhabi GP App. The Ticketmaster app will not grant entry to the event.

To access your #AbuDhabiGP tickets, you will have to log in to the Abu Dhabi GP app using email linked to your Ticketmaster account you used to purchase your tickets.

Make sure your Ticketmaster account region is set to UAE and that you are logging in with the same email address used during your ticket purchase. If your account is registered in another country, switch your region to UAE before logging in.

YASALAM PRESENTED BY e& AFTER-RACE CONCERTS

Thursday, 4 Dec: Zara Larsson and Lewis Capaldi are all set to headline the After-Race Concert with chart-topping hits
Friday, 5 Dec: Stay tuned!
Saturday, 6 Dec: Imagine Dragons will bring the thunder to the After-Race Concert
Sunday, 7 Dec: We will be announcing the lineup soon

All #AbuDhabiGP ticket holders can access the After-Race Concerts at Etihad Live (formerly Etihad Park) on the days their tickets are valid. You will be able to access your After-Race Concert entry ticket under "My Tickets" on the Abu Dhabi GP App. Remember, your race ticket does not grant you entry to the concerts.
All 3-day and 4-day ticket holders get complimentary access to Thursday's After-Race Concert featuring Zara Larsson and Lewis Capaldi.

General Admission to all After-Race Concerts is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Enter through gates 3, 4, or 5 and show your concert ticket barcode on the Abu Dhabi GP App at the entry gate.

Entry is guaranteed with a Golden Circle Upgrade. Enter through gates 2, 4, or 5 and show your concert upgrade barcode on the Abu Dhabi GP App at the entry gate.
Enjoy priority access, closest to stage views and dedicated beverage points inside.

You can purchase a Golden Circle Upgrade on the Abu Dhabi GP app or abudhabigp.com or through our ticketing partner website ticketmaster.ae (subject to availability).

A Golden Circle upgrade offers guaranteed concert access, fast-track entry, closest access to the stage, and dedicated beverage points.

You can purchase a Golden Circle Upgrade on the Abu Dhabi GP app or abudhabigp.com or through our ticketing partner website ticketmaster.ae (subject to availability).

Gates to Etihad Live (formerly Etihad Park) open at 18:00. To enjoy the best view, especially for General Admission, arrive soon after gates open as access is on a first-come, first-served basis.

  • Walk from Yas Marina Circuit via the North Oasis - there's a dedicated entry gate from the Oasis area
  • Use free circuit circular shuttles operating around Yas Island - see Wayfinding on the app to know your nearest stop
  • Take a taxi to Etihad Live using one of the taxi hailing apps
YASALAM CLASSICS

Yasalam Classics is a new premium concert series within the Yasalam presented by e& entertainment programme, bringing world-renowned artists and extraordinary live performances to Abu Dhabi.

Andrea Bocelli will bring his 30th Anniversary Romanza World Tour to Etihad Arena on Wednesday, 2 December 2026 as part of Yasalam Classics.

No. Yasalam Classics is a separately ticketed event and requires a dedicated concert ticket purchase.

YASALAM PRESENTED BY e& OFFICIAL AFTER-PARTIES

We will be announcing our lineup for the Official After-Parties soon! Be the first to know about it by registering your interest here. Stay up to date on our social media channels, turn on app notifications, and subscribe to our emails to get the latest information about tickets, artists and more delivered straight to your inbox.

TICKET INCLUSIONS

Your 2026 ticket includes the following:

 

  • Entry to your designated seating/area to watch the races
  • Access to all Fanzones around the circuit
  • General admission to After-Race Concerts at Etihad Live (formerly Etihad Park) on a first-come, first-served basis

 

Additionally, 3-day and 4-day ticket holders get access* to various attractions from 2 - 7 December, 2026:

 

  • One day at any one Yas Island theme park or teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi
  • Entry to Louvre Abu Dhabi
  • Entry to Qasr Al Watan
  • Entry to Zayed National Museum
  • Entry to Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi

See full inclusions at abudhabigp.com/en/ticket-inclusions or tap What’s On → Offers on the Abu Dhabi GP app.

FANZONES

Your ticket grants access to all the F1 Fanzone and all Oasis areas around Yas Marina Circuit. You can enjoy a variety of global food and beverages, shop for your favourite merchandise, visit the activations and stay tuned to live entertainment. Use the Wayfinding Map on the Abu Dhabi GP App to see where the Fanzones are located and how to get there.

All F1® ticket holders can visit the F1® Fanzone at Main Oasis and West Oasis on Thursday. You can find your ticket under "My Tickets" on the Abu Dhabi GP app.

GENERAL QUESTIONS

Yes, food and drinks will be available to purchase at all Oasis areas across the circuit. Hospitality ticket holders can enjoy gourmet experiences hosted by renowned premium restaurants.

Yes. Alcohol is available in designated areas across the circuit. You must be aged over 21 years to purchase alcoholic beverages and provide a valid form of photo ID.

Ticket holders cannot bring their own food and drinks to the venue. Baby food is permitted. If you have a controlled diet and require certain food for medical reasons, please bring a prescription or doctor's letter.

Please see our list of prohibited items below:

  • Alcohol
  • Animals (except service animals to aid guests with disabilities)
  • Bottles, cans, thermos flasks and beverage containers of any kind except the refillable water containers
  • Food is strictly prohibited (excluding baby food and food required for medical purposes with a prescription or doctor's letter)
  • Umbrellas (unless purchased within the venue)
  • Firearms, knives and weapons of any kind
  • Fireworks / Flares / Laser Lights
  • Musical instruments, sound amplifying devices including loudhailers, air horns or similar devices
  • Video cameras and the use of video capable devices including GoPro or similar devices
  • Cameras - inclusive of camera lens - exceeding 30 cm
  • Chairs, stools or other seating devices
  • Any large article that cannot be placed under a seat
  • The carriage and operation of drones (or any such aircraft) is prohibited
  • Rollerblades, skateboards, hoverboards, bicycles or scooters
  • Flags with handles exceeding 1 metre, or contain profanity or messages that could be deemed offensive
  • Cooler boxes (hard or soft), picnic hampers and large backpacks
  • Any device that in the opinion of management has the potential to cause injury, damage to the venue or public nuisance

We welcome you to volunteer in 2026! For more information, please contact us on 800927 or +971 2 4979000, or send us a WhatsApp on +971 800 927.

In addition to the Formula 1® races, ticket holders will also be able to watch Formula 2™ and Formula 4™ UAE throughout the weekend.

There will be exciting Oasis areas and Fanzones offering entertainment next to each grandstand which will feature Driver Q&A sessions, incredible live performances & DJs, F1®-themed and partner activations, F1® merchandise stands along with F&B options from around the world. Visit the What's On section on the website and Abu Dhabi GP app to view all events and choose your favorites. Tip: come early to enjoy it all!

ACCESSIBILITY

We have multiple accessible areas for people of determination, with particularly suitable options at the Main and North Grandstands. Please contact us on 800-YAS (927) / +971 2 497 9000 or WhatsApp +971 800 927 to find out more.

When booked in suitable areas at Main and North Grandstand, one companion ticket is free. You will need to purchase a companion ticket for all other locations.

The West or East Gates provide transport to ensure smooth access for wheelchair users and mobility-impaired to their Grandstand.

If you are parking at Yas Mall, all our shuttle buses are fitted with ramps for wheelchair use.

Once you're inside the Circuit, our AskYAS Information Points can help you with our Mobility Impaired Transport Service.
For more information, contact us on 800-YAS (927) / +971 2 497 9000 or WhatsApp +971 800 927

All Oasis areas and most Grandstands are accessible to wheelchairs. You can check accessibility details for each product on our website before you make a purchase. Mobility-impaired guests are advised to bring their own wheelchairs as we do not have wheelchairs at the circuit. For more information, contact us on 800-YAS (927) / +971 2 497 9000 or WhatsApp +971 800 927

Abu Dhabi Hill, West Grandstand, Straight Grandstand, West Club, Marina Grandstand, South Grandstand, South Club, North Straight Grandstand, North Straight Grandstand Club, The House, Horizon Terrace, Terrace at West, Marina Views, Deck At Two and Deck At Nine can be accessed by stairs only. You can check accessibility details for each product on our website before you make a purchase.

Abu Dhabi GP app

You can download the Abu Dhabi GP app from Apple App Store or Google Play Store.  

Apple App Store
Google Play

You can use the Abu Dhabi GP App to access and share your race tickets, theme park and concert tickets, inclusions, and upgrades. You can also use features like Wayfinding to navigate around Yas Marina Circuit during the race weekend, view on-track and off-track schedules, and purchase tickets and upgrades.

If your app isn't opening, check the following:

  • Ensure you have downloaded the correct Abu Dhabi GP App
  • Update to the latest version of the app and check network connectivity or data restrictions
  • Ensure the operating system of your device is up to date
  • Make sure you have sufficient memory available (at least 1GB) to run the app properly 

If the app is not showing your ticket information, try the following:

  • Connect to Wi-Fi or use mobile data to update the app
  • Create or log in with your existing Ticketmaster account using same email address you used at the time of purchase or where you received your tickets
  • For a seamless experience, ensure you always have sufficient data to use the app

Tap on 'My Tickets' on the Abu Dhabi GP App. Here, you will be able to access your race tickets, concert tickets, inclusions and upgrades, including any tickets that have been transferred to you. Please make sure you are logged in to your account using the same email address you used at the time of purchase or where you received your tickets. If you haven’t purchased tickets yet, tap 'Buy Tickets' or visit our website www.abudhabigp.com (tickets are subject to availability).

If you have just purchased your tickets, they will appear on your app within a few days of purchase. 
If you still cannot view your tickets:  

  • Make sure you have created an account and logged in using the same email address you provided during purchase.
  • Make sure the time zone on your device is set to “Automatic” 
  • Please close the app and reopen it. Then try again.
  • Try refreshing the app 
  • If you purchased your tickets from our website or sales outlets, please call 800-YAS (927) or +971 2 497 9000.
  • If you purchased your tickets from one of our authorized resellers, please contact them directly. 
  • The original ticket holder must ensure they have transferred tickets to the correct email address. If you don't get an email informing you that you have received tickets, it could mean that the original ticketholder has transferred them to wrong email address. In this case, they must cancel the existing transfer immediately and re-transfer the tickets to the correct email address.

Please make sure you’ve downloaded the official Abu Dhabi GP App and not the Ticketmaster app. Once installed, log in using the same email used for your ticket purchase, and the 'My Tickets' tab will appear automatically in the app’s footer.

If you have any questions about the Abu Dhabi GP app, please call 800 927 or +97124979000 or send us a WhatsApp on +971800927