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Kings of Leon complete Abu Dhabi GP 2026 concert line-up
Kings of Leon join Lewis Capaldi at the 2026 Abu Dhabi GP concerts. See the Yasalam line-up, December performance dates and ticket access requirements.
Kings of Leon will perform alongside Lewis Capaldi on Thursday 3 December, completing the entertainment line-up for the 2026 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
The American rock band will play at Etihad Live on Yas Island, replacing previously announced performer Zara Larsson, who is no longer able to appear.
Their addition completes a Yasalam programme spanning 2–6 December, with performances across several venues during Formula 1’s season-ending visit to Yas Marina.
Abu Dhabi Grand Prix concert schedule
The main After-Race Concert programme at Etihad Live is:
- Thursday 3 December: Kings of Leon and Lewis Capaldi.
- Friday 4 December: Jennifer Lopez and Alex Warren.
- Saturday 5 December: Imagine Dragons, following qualifying.
- Sunday 6 December: The Chainsmokers and The Script, following the Grand Prix.
Kings of Leon’s performance is scheduled shortly after the planned 6 November release of their tenth studio album, O My Beloved. Organisers say their set will draw on material from across their catalogue.
The concerts accompany the championship’s planned finale, following Formula 1’s reaffirmation of Qatar and Abu Dhabi as the closing rounds.
Bocelli and Anyma feature in the wider programme
Andrea Bocelli opens the entertainment schedule on Wednesday 2 December, bringing his Romanza Tour to Etihad Arena for Yasalam Classics.
On Friday 4 December, Anyma presents ÆDEN will take place at Yas Gateway Park as the Official After-Party.
Black Coffee, CamelPhat and Shimza will also perform at 16/360, a new venue within Yas Marina Circuit offering views of the track.
Concert access depends on the event
The main After-Race Concerts are exclusive to Abu Dhabi Grand Prix ticket holders, with Golden Circle upgrades available.
The wider programme has separate admission requirements:
- Andrea Bocelli’s Yasalam Classics: separately ticketed.
- Anyma’s Official After-Party: separately ticketed.
- Performances at 16/360: require a ticket for that venue.
A Grand Prix ticket therefore should not be assumed to include every performance across the week. Fans should check the access attached to their chosen ticket before making plans.