Metallica rock Etihad Park on their Abu Dhabi Grand Prix weekend return

Saturday night at the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix brought Metallica back to Etihad Park, drawing a record crowd and marking their return to the Yasalam lineup for the first time since 2013.

The Rock & Roll Hall of Famers delivered a thunderous heavy-metal set that carried across the outdoor music venue as fans rocked along to their biggest hits.

With their unmistakable sound and strong stage presence, Metallica kept the energy high for thousands. The performance added to the momentum of a four-night live music programme that remains a key highlight of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix entertainment experience.

As the stage lit up for their entrance, the band opened with Creeping Death before moving through a set that featured The Memory Remains, and fan favourites One and Nothing Else Matters. They closed with Enter Sandman, sending fans jumping and head-banging as a record crowd gathered after a full day of on-track and off-track action across Yas Marina Circuit. 

This performance marks Metallica’s return to the Yasalam presented by e& programme, having previously played the after-race concert in 2013. 

The four-night lineup will come to a close on Sunday, when global superstar Katy Perry delivers the final show to close off the F1 season finale.