Post Malone to headline Yasalam concerts at Abu Dhabi Formula 1 Grand Prix
Global hitmaker to take the Etihad Park stage on December 5
ABU DHABI: Global music powerhouse Post Malone will officially return to the UAE capital this winter, confirmed as the final headliner for the 2025 Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix’s Yasalam After-Race Concerts.
Set to perform at Etihad Park on Friday, 5 December, the nine-time diamond-certified artist is expected to electrify the stage with a genre-spanning set exclusive to Grand Prix ticket holders.
His performance marks a major return, as he last graced the Yas Island stage in 2018. Since then, the American rapper-singer has expanded his musical influence with new sounds, including a successful foray into country music. His 2024 single I Had Some Help debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and held the top spot for six consecutive weeks.
Post Malone due in Abu Dhabi
Austin Richard Post – better known globally as Post Malone – has established himself as one of the most versatile and commercially successful artists of the decade. With chart-topping singles like Rockstar, Circles, Sunflower, and Wow, he’s earned accolades across rap, rock, pop, and now country genres.
In 2023, he released his debut country album F-1 Trillion, signalling yet another shift in his musical evolution. His Abu Dhabi return is anticipated to be a high-energy opening to the Grand Prix weekend’s entertainment calendar, following Friday’s on-track practice sessions.
Star-packed line-up
The Yasalam After-Race Concerts are renowned for bringing global acts to the capital, and this year is no exception. The 2025 line-up includes pop newcomer Benson Boone, legendary rock band Metallica, and chart-topping icon Katy Perry.
- Thursday, 4 December – Benson Boone: The American Idol alum and viral sensation is known for tracks such as Beautiful Things and In The Stars.
- Saturday, 6 December – Metallica: The heavy metal titans are expected to bring classics like Enter Sandman and Master of Puppets.
- Sunday, 7 December – Katy Perry: The pop powerhouse will close the weekend with fan favourites including Teenage Dream and Firework.
Tickets and access
The Yasalam concerts are open exclusively to Abu Dhabi Grand Prix ticket holders. Fans can upgrade to Golden Circle tickets for premium stage views or explore one-day passes through the Garden on Yas. Ticket prices for Friday, 5 December, start at Dh745.
The 17th edition of the Abu Dhabi Formula 1 Grand Prix will run from 4–7 December at Yas Marina Circuit, with Etihad Park hosting the post-race concerts each evening. Tickets and hospitality packages are available now.