Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2026 schedule
Updated 4 November 2026 · Checked against official sources
The 2026 season finale runs Thursday 3 to Sunday 6 December at Yas Marina Circuit. Here is every session in UAE time (GMT+4) and UK time (GMT).
Track sessions
| Session | Day | UAE time | UK time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Practice 1 | Fri 4 Dec | 13:30–14:30 | 09:30–10:30 |
| Practice 2 | Fri 4 Dec | 17:00–18:00 | 13:00–14:00 |
| Practice 3 | Sat 5 Dec | 14:30–15:30 | 10:30–11:30 |
| Qualifying | Sat 5 Dec | 18:00–19:00 | 14:00–15:00 |
| The race (58 laps) | Sun 6 Dec | 17:00 | 13:00 |
Times are from the published 2026 schedule. They can change, so check the official Abu Dhabi GP app on the day. The race starts at sunset and finishes under the floodlights.
Concerts, night by night
- Wed 2 Dec: Andrea Bocelli at Etihad Arena (Yasalam Classics, separate ticket)
- Thu 3 Dec: Kings of Leon and Lewis Capaldi
- Fri 4 Dec: Jennifer Lopez and Alex Warren
- Sat 5 Dec: Imagine Dragons
- Sun 6 Dec: The Chainsmokers and The Script
After-race concerts are for Grand Prix ticket holders. See our concert guide for entry gates and timings.
How to plan your days
Friday is the easiest day to explore the circuit, with two practice sessions and a concert. Saturday builds to qualifying at 18:00. On Sunday, arrive early, as the crowds and roads are busiest before lights out, and stay for the concert to avoid the exit rush.
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- Crash.net: 2026 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix session times
- Formula1.com: Kings of Leon complete 2026 Abu Dhabi line-up
- Abu Dhabi GP official FAQ
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