The set closed out the race weekend and marked the final show of
Perry’s ‘Lifetime’s Tour’
Abu Dhabi, UAE,
Etihad Park reached capacity last night as Katy Perry headlined the final show of the Emirates NBD After-Race Concerts at the 2025 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
Taking to the stage with Artificial, Perry set the tone for a power set that featured some of her most recognisable hits, California Girls, Last Friday Night and Wide Awake. The performance delivered everything fans associate with Perry — signature choreography, bold staging, and the vibrant, expressive costumes that define her live shows. In true Katy Perry fashion, she closed the night with a soaring rendition of Firework, amplified by a full pyrotechnic display that lit up Etihad Park and brought the After-Race Concert of the Yasalam presented by e& week to a spectacular close.
Following the final race of Formula 1®’s 75th season, and doubling as show 91 of 91 on The Lifetime’s Tour, the concert marked Perry’s first appearance at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix – placing her among international acts who have headlined since 2009. She previously headlined a 2017 New Year’s Eve show in Abu Dhabi at the same venue.
The performance wrapped four nights of live entertainment across the race weekend, which featured a stellar line-up of shows by Benson Boone, Elyanna, Post Malone, and Metallica.
For more information visit www.abudhabigp.com or the Abu Dhabi GP app, available on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
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ABOUT THE ABU DHABI GRAND PRIX
Ever-present on the Formula 1® calendar since its debut at Yas Marina Circuit on 30th October 2009, the FORMULA 1 ETIHAD AIRWAYS ABU DHABI GRAND PRIX – which has been the season finale since 2014 – is widely recognized for its unique day-night format.
The pinnacle of high-speed racing and engineering, Formula 1® is not the only motorsport thrills fans can witness at the #AbuDhabiGP. The weekend will feature a series of support races, including the closely-fought FIA Formula 2 World Championship race, and the Formula 4 Middle East Championship – all concluding their incredible season at the region’s home of motorsport.
The Yasalam presented by e& entertainment offerings include After-Race Concerts, Official After-Parties, and much more – offering four nights of world-class music entertainment, with international megastars preparing to wrap up each day of the race weekend at Etihad Park.
Welcoming a record-breaking 192,000 attendees to the UAE’s capital in 2024 across race weekend, the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix is far more than a race – offering unparalleled experiences both on and off track in a single ticket. From cultural and artistic hotspots in Yas Island to the coveted After-Race Concerts, the Yas All In season offers all ticket holders the opportunity to explore Yas Island with complimentary race week access to Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Seaworld Abu Dhabi, Warner Bros. Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld, Louvre Abu Dhabi and Qasr Al Watan.
This year’s event will be the 17th edition of the FORMULA 1 ETIHAD AIRWAYS ABU DHABI GRAND PRIX, taking place from Thursday, 4th December to Sunday, 7th December.
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ABOUT ETHARA
Ethara is shaping the future of entertainment, sport, culture, event services, and asset management regionally and internationally. With offices in Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Riyadh, the company employs over 300 professionals who offer an unrivalled wealth of expertise, experience, knowledge, and skills. Ethara, meaning ‘thrill’ in Arabic, operates an impressive portfolio of assets, including Yas Marina Circuit, Etihad Park, Etihad Arena, Yas Conference Centre, Zayed Sports City, and the House of Sustainability. The company works with leading events companies, IP owners, and entertainment partners locally and internationally to deliver world-class, first-to-market events and experiences. For further information, visit: ethara.com
