Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi is best known for the Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix at Yas Marina Circuit. The wider calendar also includes GT and endurance racing, karting, drag and drift competition, car gatherings and desert motorsport elsewhere in the emirate.

Yas Marina Circuit is on Yas Island, close to Zayed International Airport and connected by road to central Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Check the event entry gate because the circuit has several access points.

Yes. The circuit offers scheduled driving and passenger experiences, track days, mixed-surface driving and karting. Requirements vary by vehicle and format.

The current official range includes Formula Yas 3000, Aston Martin GT4 and Ferrari 488 Challenge experiences, alongside other changing options. Always check the live vehicle catalogue because fleets and formats can change.

Car track days are offered on selected dates. Your car, licence, clothing and experience level must meet the circuit’s rules, and novice and advanced groups may follow different procedures.

Yes. Yas Kartzone offers adult, junior and competitive karting formats at Yas Marina Circuit. Age, height and session requirements vary.

Ferrari World combines themed rides and simulators with displays and a separate Ferrari road driving or passenger experience around Yas Island. It is broader than a museum, but its Ferrari focus makes it relevant to many enthusiasts.

Yes. Passenger experiences, circuit tours, race events, karting for eligible participants, Ferrari World and car-culture gatherings offer options that do not require a full road-driving experience.

The strongest outdoor period is generally October to April. Formula 1 and major endurance events usually sit within the cooler months, while some activities operate throughout the year.

This is the Abu Dhabi city page, including Yas Island. Events in Liwa, Al Dhafra, Sweihan or Al Ain should use their exact locations rather than being presented as city-centre activities.