Lamar walks the walk
Superstar Kenrick Lamar will join the after-race concerts of the 2017 Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, which will run from November 23 to 26 at Yas Marina Circuit, organisers confirmed this week.
Lamar, who will headline the show at the du Arena on November 24, will be preceded on stage by internationally renowned DJ Calvin Harris on November 23 and followed UK-based rockers Mumford & Sonsplaying on November 25, with global icon P!NK closing out the weekend on November 26.
A California native, Lamar has received a number of accolades over the course of his career, including seven Grammy Awards. He embarked on his musical journey as a teenager under the stage name K-Dot, and quickly gained recognition in 2011 following the release of Section 80.
Starting at AED 995 (Bt8,940),an extra 1,000 three-day tickets for Abu Dhabi Hill will be available for purchase and provide ticket holders access to Thursday Pit Lane Walk, all four days of racing as well as all four days of the Yasalam After-Race Concerts.
“We now have yet another full star-studded weekend to ensure the thousands of visitors that come to enjoy the region's biggest and best weekend of sport and entertainment have an outstanding experience,” said Al Tareq Al Ameri, chief executive officer of Yas Marina Circuit.
“In addition to the excitement on the track, our ninth Abu Dhabi Grand Prix offers something for everyone. Whether you're a dedicated F1 fan, a music lover or looking for an incredible family weekend, you will not be disappointed.”
Tickets are available online at www.YasMarinaCircuit.com, as well as at Etihad Shops and Virgin Megastores.
