As part of Yasalam presented by e&, Ethara is delighted to announce that global pop icon Katy Perry will headline the After-Race Concert at Etihad Park on Sunday, December 7, 2025, as part of the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2025 weekend.
One of the best-selling artists of all time, Perry will bring her spectacular stage presence and chart-topping hits to Abu Dhabi for an unforgettable night of entertainment. Fans can expect a thrilling performance featuring her biggest anthems, including “Firework,” “Roar,” “Dark Horse,” and “Teenage Dream.”
Commenting on the announcement, David Powell, Chief Strategy & Business Development Officer of Ethara, said, “In its 17th year, Yasalam is a world-class entertainment spectacle which we take great care in curating to provide thrilling content for Abu Dhabi Grand Prix fans. We are delighted that the first act we can announce in our 2025 After-Race Concerts line-up is global pop icon Katy Perry – her energy and electrifying performances will reflect the excitement of the F1 season finale in Abu Dhabi.”
Since her Capitol Records debut in 2008, Perry has sold over 70 million adjusted albums and 143 million tracks worldwide, amassing over 115 billion cumulative streams. She holds the record as the biggest-selling female artist in Capitol’s history and is one of only 12 artists to surpass 100 million certified units. With multiple RIAA Diamond-certified singles, Perry has cemented her status as a global music powerhouse.
In 2025, Perry will embark on a highly anticipated world tour, marking her return to the global stage with high-energy performances and stunning stage productions. Her Abu Dhabi concert will be a key highlight, seamlessly blending the thrill of Formula 1 with the spectacle of one of pop’s biggest stars.
With anticipation building for a thrilling Abu Dhabi Grand Prix weekend, fans are encouraged to secure their spot as tickets are in unprecedented demand. Those looking for the ultimate concert experience can upgrade their ticket to the Golden Circle and unlock priority access close to the stage. Golden Circle upgrades are available on www.abudhabigp.com.
The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix has been recognised with the Formula 1 promoter award as the F1 race that delivered ‘the best event spectacle’ in the 2024 season, thanks to impressive concerts and off-track thrills under the event’s entertainment offering – Yasalam presented by e&. Building on last year’s standout programming, which featured Muse, Teddy Swims, Peggy Gou, Afterlife, Eminem and Maroon 5 and attracted record-breaking attendance, the 2025 edition is set to raise the bar with more world-class acts to be announced soon.