The 2011 Formula One Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix is more than just a race. There’s a whole host of entertainment and activities that’ll keep you busy before and after the races. Check out what they have on offer off the track to help you celebrate

Pit Stop Challenge
Grease monkeys can finally get a chance to try their hands at a pit stop challenge. Teams will get instruction from professionals before racing against the clock to try and become the fastest team to complete the pit stop.

A-List Snapshots
The only thing possibly more exciting than the races is the star-gazing you’ll get to do while you’re there. Take snaps with cut outs of Britney Spears, Beyoncé, Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt and many more in the vending areas. To top it off, a red carpet area will be graced by faux celebrities and fake paparazzi to get you in the spirit.

Jumping Heroes
Experience acrobatic excellence with the WallKings. A wall riding acrobatic group, the WallKings have hosted shows worldwide and are famous for running on the wall, flying in the air and flips.

Racing Games
To really become part of the action, hop on some racing simulators to see how your favourite stars feel with simulation games. Battle it out with fellow racers on games such as Racing Bug, Formula One simulators, Airplane and Helicopter simulators and slot car racing.

Silent Disco
Dancing at the disco without speakers blaring away? Yes please! If you’ve never heard of these silent parties then it’s high time you check them out! Located in the South Club, this plugged-in party will help you rock out to some great tunes via your headphones.

Skateboarders and BMXers
Dubai Desert Extreme will feature BMX and skateboard performers doing their latest tricks on two BMX and Skateboard parks. If you’re keen to give it a go, interactive sessions hosted by qualified instructors will also be available.

Photobooth
The photobooth can hold up to eight people and is a perfect way to capture your race memories. Not sure how to split the pics? Don’t worry since images can be uploaded in a private online gallery and then onto Facebook.

Drivers & Support Race Driver Autograph Sessions
Take a piece of the Formula One home with a chance to grab your John Hancock of choice. Guests will have a chance to meet their favourite drivers in the Main and South Oasis areas.

Formula One Zones

Lawn Games Zone
Fancy stretching your legs after a long day at the races? Then check out this zone which will feature a selection of games from giant chess to croquet and badminton. The variety of activities available will make sure everyone
gets involved.

PlayStation Zone
Gamers will rejoice when they come here. A zone full of PlayStations, TV sets and enormous beanbags. Compete with your friends on all of the latest racing games to see who comes out on top.

Yas Race Zone
This zone will include a range of action games that will take the energy and adrenaline from the track into the vending area. The games includeYMC F1 simulator, YMC simulator pod, and Ferrari Simulator.

Games Zone
Check out these inflatable games that are guaranteed to keep you walking on air. Games include Rodeo bull, Bungee run and Sumo wrestling.

DJ Zone
Get in the partying mood with the DJ Zone. Party to some great tunes with some the hottest DJs throughout the region. The zone will feature performances by DJ General Public and the Desert Collective, DJ Adnan, DJ Shaf Raisi, DJ Shadia and DJ Dantani.

Kids Zone
Located in every oasis, these zones are perfect for your little ones to get active and have fun. Includes soft play areas and arts and crafts stations.

Ladies Spa Zone
A place for women to relax in between the activity on the circuit. Including gem artists, henna artists and manicurists to keep you looking and feeling great. Located in the South and Main Oasis areas.

 

Stage Entertainment

Bands
The Abu Dhabi Big Band (ADBB) and Skitzophonic will be performing. The ADBB will gradually increase during the day to end with a huge big band finale at night. Skitzophonic is a five-piece cover band that play a variety of music from the 1970’s to the modern day.

Dancers
Swat Crew and Diverse will be showing off their skills alongside the track. Swat crew, a Dubai-based dance crew, was founded in 2005. Diverse choreography is famous for it’s tailor-made performances and can’t wait to wow the crowds.

Abu Dhabi’s Got Talent
Yes we do! In addition to traditional Emirati performances of music and dance, catch the musical stylings of Sain and E.B and the first football freestyle society in the UAE - Foot Style Association.

Walkabouts

Acrobats
These three are not a sight to be missed! The trio have performed at the Dubai World Cup, Dubai Fashion Week, Sport Accord and the Dubai International Film Festival.

Rollerbladers
The Arash Skatersis group is dedicated to the sport of rollerblading, including trick and performance rollerblading. Check out this group’s fast and furious show.

Paparazzi
Catch this hilarious act that is bound to put a smile on your face. The paparazzi trio consists of three professionally trained comedic actors and performers from the UK, Serbia and South Africa.

Calligrapher
Ajmal trained in his native Pakistan and works with the government as a calligrapher. Stop by to see this word art!

Caricaturist
Want to see yourself as an cartoon? Experience the good, the bad and the ugly with caricaturist Ash. A formally trained illustrator, storyboard and digital artist will be sure to delight all.

Kangoo Girls
Bounce along to the Kangoo Girls at this year’s Formula One. The professionally trained girls wear Kangoo boots that allow them to bounce up and down as they move.

Sawaiba Khan