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Formula 1 Abu Dhabi - Showcasing the finest venues in Abu Dhabi to party this F1

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EVENTS THIS WEEK

FORMULA 1 NIGHTLIFE EVENTS

Abu Dhabi's biggest and most glamorous social and sporting event of the year, the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix returns to the iconic tracks of Yas Marina on Yas Island from Friday 21 to Sunday 23 November. Get ready for a weekend filled with exhilarating racing action, the latest fashion trends, plenty of activities and entertainment options.

And we have all the best parties listed right here!

Thursday 20th November

Celebrate the F1 Season Finale in style with the who's who of Formula 1 at The Podium Lounge Abu Dhabi. The Podium Lounge will burst into life each night of the Abu Dhabi F1™ weekend on the Marina Wing rooftop at the iconic Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi. The party will run across the four nights of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix (from 10pm till 5am), with Smokingroove and Patrick Oliver headlining on Thursday, the Opening Night of the party. Expect to see A-list crowd, Fashion Shows, F1 Memorabilia Auction of extremely rare items, big name DJs, live performances and the who's who of UAE's party elite as well as the racing community.

Feel the buzz of the Race Weekend at the vibrant Skylite lounge. Fuel your excitement at Abu Dhabi’s most stylish rooftop lounge. Enjoy upbeat commercial music from their resident DJ Mark as you sip on signature cocktails and refreshing drinks accompanied by delicious bites under the sparkling light-filled canopy of the Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi overlooking the F1 track.

Surprises await you at every turn this Race Weekend at Burlesquelounge. A Touch of Burlesque Cabaret Show will dazzle you with never seen before acts in Abu Dhabi every night from 7.30pm to 9.30pm and from 10pm to midnight! Party in style with a lounge menu, live band music, resident and guest DJs every evening.

Yasalam 2014 brings you four nights of After-Race Concerts at the spectacular, open-air du Arena. Showcasing a breathtaking line-up of global superstars, the Yasalam After-Race concerts take to the stage with an opening Thursday night of star-studded Arabic talent, featuring Tamer Hosny,Carole Samaha, Fayez Al Saeed and Mohammed Assaf. These concerts are exclusively for race ticket holders. 

The famous Yasalam free international music festival, Beats on the Beach is set to light up Abu Dhabi Corniche, with one of the most diverse line-up of performers ever seen in the UAE. The celebrations will take place at the West Plaza and Lagoon Beach for the first time, after previously occupying the East Plaza and Al Sahil Beach. 

O1NE Yas Island will play host to some of the biggest names in the music industry over the F1 weekend, with  R&B sensation Jason Derulo performing tonight.

This Thursday, enjoy gorgeous cocktails and soulful beats from DJ Moe Turk behind the decks at Ray's Bar on Level 62 of Jumeirah at Etihad Towers.

For a laid back Thursday evening, head to De La Costa in the Saadiyat Beach Club and soak into the smooth and soulful sound of their resident band Emirates Jazz Collective during Jazz Night. The band is followed by DJ Memed and his Funk, Soul and Jazz foundation will make sure to keep you dancing all night.

Shake, rattle and roll at the 50s and 60s Night at Lemon & Lime in The Westin Abu Dhabi hotel and enjoy food and drinks to the beats of legendary rock and pop hits.

The coolest hot-spot of the capital is here. Hilton Capital Grand is kicking off the city’s most anticipated fashionable pool events this November, followed by a night full of chilling beats at Noche. Chillout and party with friends on Thursday and Friday nights or indulge yourself at their Friday Chill-In WET Post Brunch.

Begin your weekend with Aperitivo Evenings on the terrace at Turquoizas the sun sets over Saadiyat Island. Indulge in light-bites as the DJs spin chilled out house beats and their mixologist prepares exotic concoctions. 

Get together with your friends and loved ones on Thursday night to celebrate French Beaujolais Nouveau at the chic Jazz & Fizz Bar while enjoying European hits performed by The Trix live band.

Pearls & Caviar in the Shangri-La hotel presents Funk Junction with DJ Salvatore Peppino every Thursday. Don't be surprised to hear anything from Nu Soul to US RnB to Classic Funk and Disco to Reggae to Drum and Bass to Soulful US House to Piano Classics, all mixed together live at Pearls & Caviar. 

It's Formula 1 Night at Chill'O Pool Bar in the Sofitel hotel until 30th November. Order a bottle of Mumm bubbly and get a shisha of your choice for AED 550. Enjoy your evening at their outside pool bar and watch live the F1 race on giant screens.

Tonight, Iris Yas Island presnts Iris Sundown featuring Audiofly. The talented duo has headlined some of the world's most prestigious nightspots such as Fabric, Warung, Amnesia and have held well-lauded residencies at Space in Ibiza.

Stills Bar will have a special Jack Daniels homestead set up on its terrace for the whole F1 Race Weekend. Drop in and try some of his famous Lemonade.

Formula 1 at Stars & Bars will feature live music from The Band Wagon, DJ Jamie on the mix on The Lounge terrace and DJ Matty D in the bar. The entry is free and no reservations will be taken during the time.

Enjoy the F1 Party at the outside bar of Cafe D'Alsace at Yas Marina,with DJ Farhan on the decks from 9pm each night. There will be plenty of drinks on offer, including plenty of Mumm Champagne, the Official Sponsor of the Formula One.

Ybar in the Yas Island Rotana hotel has an excellent setup this year with the Peroni Lounge bringing guests an incredible race vibe with a spectacular atmosphere, great offers on the menu and live music from their very own in-house DJ John Scully, daily from 8pm until 2.30 am.

Enjoy an evening of funky, soulful and deep beats by DJ Re:Becca with 50% off Gin and Tonic at The Terrace at St. Regis hotel tonight.

Friday 21st November

Sister Bliss (Faithless DJ Set) will be headlining The Podium Lounge Abu Dhabi on Friday 21st. As one of the founding members of Faithless, Sister Bliss has become one of Britain's most popular figures in the Electronica scene, with her acclaimed residencies and DJ sets playing across the international club and festival circuit. Resident Podium Lounge DJs Miles Slater (music director of premier private-members club Boujis) and Patrick Oliver (famed for his two year residency at Pangaea, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore) will be on the decks throughout the weekend alongside the celebrity DJs and live vocal performers. 

For the first time in UAE, DJs Tom Pool and David Moreno will perform exclusively at Burlesque this Friday, Saturday and Sunday, presented by Ibiza Global Radio.

The F1 Pitstop at McGettigan's in the Al Raha Beach hotel will feature award winning food, perfectly poured drinks, excellent live entertainment and the best full Irish breakfast in Abu Dhabi. They will be open from 9am till late over the F1 weekend, making it a great pre and post race venue.

Party with the elite at the only nightclub in the world built over an F1 racetrack - RUSH at Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi. Get ready for the best music from an array of DJs, headline acts and appearances from A-list celebrities at The Rich List Abu Dhabi Race Weekend.

Friday night is bound to be an electrifying night with with Dutch producer and DJ Armin Van Buuren headlining the Yasalam After-Race Concert at du Arena. Catch him later at the after-party performing at O1NE Yas Island.

US R&B hit-machine Jason Derulo will be headlining the Beats on the Beach concert tonight.

Join Mash Machine, Blue Marlin Ibiza's resident band on Friday, as they perform live throughout the night at Iris Yas Island.

The Crystal Group is bringing the PEOPLE experience to the capital's Yas Beach this weekend. The 3-day event will include mind-blowing music and performances from headliners Mark Fanciulli, Danny Howells, Timo Maas, Audio Jack and Betoko. Support from DJs Kaytek, Trix, Diamond Stter, Yuri and Tony H.

Socialise, kick back or dance every Friday at Ray's Bar in Jumeirah at Etihad Towers, with renowned DJ Paul Hamilton supplying deep, soulful and techy sounds.

Head down for More at Four after brunch at Turquoiz and drift into the evening with refreshing sundowners while the DJ sets the tone.

The hottest Urban night to hit the capital, Urban Education is back atPearls & Caviar this Friday, with Radio 1's DJ Rone Jaxx and DJ 3GK serving up the best Urban, Hip Hop, RnB and Funk all night.

VIP Room, the famous club brand is set to host a pop up night club at the 2014 Formula 1 Race from November 21th - 23rd at the Radisson Blu Hotel with guest performances over the weekend from top hip hop and R&B artists and special surprise guests. The VIP Room Race Weekend will start off the party with U.S. hip hop recording artist, Future on Friday.

Back by popular demand this year is the Yas Marina Lounge by G.H. Mumm with a live jazz band, open from 12pm till 11pm from Friday till Sunday.

Saturday 22nd November

Tonight, Grammy award winning duo and one of the most recognisable names in dance music, Dirty Vegas will be performing at The Podium Lounge. The high octane Podium Lounge venue by the glittering pool of the Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi will undergo a dramatic transformation into a glamorous ultra-lounge, offering a magical party experience for the racing community.

Before you head down to the gruelling final race of the season, gear up and join in for a perfectly orchestrated formula one themed night at Stratos at Le Royal Meridien hotel. Perfectly crafted beverages and bites add flavors to the energizing tracks by DJ Amanda. 

This Saturday, Amber Lounge After-Party - made in Monaco and held at glamorous F1 race locations around the globe will feature the legendary Girls Night Out party attended by F1 girls and models. Don't miss the live performance from Estelle, the Grammy-Award winning singer-songwriter who experienced international success with the single "American Boy" featuring Kanye West reaching #1 worldwide.

The Yasalam After-Race Concert held at du Arena will bring Grammy award-winning singer, songwriter, producer and entrepreneur Pharrell Williams tonight.

O1NE Yas Island is open till late each night and tonight will feature Grammy Award winning T-Pain.

Lebanese superstar, Ragheb Alama will headline the Beats on the Beach concert on the Abu Dhabi Corniche, joined by one of music's most in-demand artists, Rita Ora.

On Saturday November 22, WHITE Dubai comes to Iris Yas Island to celebrate the Race Week. With thumping lively music courtesy of WHITE Dubai's resident DJs DVN, maDJam and DJAD, booming floodlights, various live acts and an energetic vibe, the WHITE Dubai Experience will turn Iris Yas Island into an upbeat dance floor.

Tonight, French Montana will bring his distinct sound to celebrate this notorious weekend at VIP Room at Radisson Blu hotel.

Looking to take a break from the F1 craziness? Then head to De La Costa in the Saadiyat Beach Club this Saturday and enjoy traditional Flamenco performances, dancers and a Spanish guitarist at Puesta del Sol. A Spanish themed evening complete with live entertainment, paella, Sangria and a mix of Latin, house, Brazilian, funk, Nu Jazz and soulful beats.

House of Soul at Ray's Bar on Level 62 of Jumeirah at Etihad Towers hotel sets the scene for fabulous evenings, enhanced by the energetic beats of DJ Alex Lees every Saturday.

Give yourself a well-deserved break and spend a blissful Saturday afternoon by the pool at Chillout Saturdays at The Westin hotel. Sit back and soak up the sun to the cool beats of their DJ.

Fiesta Saturdays at the glamorous outdoor venue Pearls & Caviar is the perfect way to wind down after the weekend. Ladies can enjoy free cocktails and Sangria whilst they kick back into that Latino Urban spirit. Hosted by DJs Ka Boo and B-Luv.

Sunday 23rd November

Celebrate the finale of the Formula 1 2014 Season with multiple Brit Awards winners Rudimental and VIP guests at The Podium Lounge, the hottest party nights from the glamorous world of Formula 1 motor racing.

Amber Lounge will host the Final Formula 1 Party of the year with F1 drivers and celebrities alike, live performances by Estelle and resident DJ Mickey raising the roof for the big weekend finale.

Globally acclaimed House DJ and producer Solomun will close the F1 weekend at O1NE Yas Island.

The Final Yasalam After-Race Concert will see one of the greatest rock bands of the 1960s and 1970s The Who performing live at du Arena on Yas Island.

PJ O'Reilly's at Le Royal Meridien hotel will bring back all the action from the racing. Chill out at a relaxed after - race party atmosphere and enjoy special race themed Cocktail and Pit-stop snack offer. Live music by resident band Sweet Chilli Jam.

The VIP Room Closing Party celebrity bash will be hosted by VIP Room Founder, Jean-Roch and celebrity guest Kim Kardashian.

Wrap up the end to the perfect weekend with Iris Yas Island's After- Party featuring a multitude of live performances and DJs including maDJam, DJAD and Charbel Habib.

Monday 24th November

Ladies, get the chance to win AED 2000 vouchers from Jimmy Choo, Christian Louboutin, Hugo Boss and Prada only at Fashion Fusion at Skylite in the Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi hotel every Monday. Grab your girls and get set for a glam-packed night of Absolut fun. With complimentary beverages from 8pm to 11.30pm and a chance to win uber-chic prizes from high end fashion brands! Music by DJ Marc Betta.

Every Monday is Ladies Night at De La Costa in the Saadiyat Beach Club, where ladies receive unlimited complimentary drinks on selected beverages throughout the evening while DJ Memed Awad spins its tunes from 8pm.

Diamonds & Pearls is Abu Dhabi’s newest night for the girls. Complimentary cocktails for the ladies, all set to the beautiful surroundings of Pearls & Caviar with DJ Neil T providing the soundtrack to your night. With a stunning backdrop of the Shangri-La Hotel, lounge on the rooftop listening to the tunes whilst enjoying the fresh sea breeze.

Internationally renowned pianist Fanny Azzuro will grace the Middle East stage for the very first time on Monday 24 November with a performance at the Novotel Al Bustan hotel. Starting at 8pm, the recital entitled ‘Impressions’ will feature pieces from Debussy, Albeniz, Rachmaninov, Ravel and Kapustin.

Tuesday 25th November

Join Hendrick's Tea Party at Skylite every Tuesday and feel fabulous as you sip on Hendrick's Gin cocktails, uniquely served in tea cups for AED 35. House tunes supplied by DJ Marc Betta.

It's Stiletto Night at Jazz & Fizz every Tuesday, with unlimited free selected drinks for the ladies from 8pm till 12am. Resident DJ Fadi Lee will make you dance the night away. 

Wednesday 26th November

Tonight, Ray's Bar is bringing the Jazzy tunes back to town with a live saxophone performance by Matt West. Whether you are looking for the perfect after work hangout or for a chic night out with friends, head up to the 62nd floor of Jumeirah at Etihad Towers. Enjoy the city’s night skyline, let their expert bartenders mix you personalized cocktails and enjoy the music! 

Ladies, tonight is the night for you. With delicious cocktails and a vibrant setting, head to Ladies Night at Turquoiz in the St. Regis Saadiyat hotel to enjoy the rustic atmosphere where you can chill out to great music from DJs Chad Phunk and Natalie Brogan.

Enjoy after work drinks at the new Gin Wednesdays at Lemon & Lime,with a sophisticated ambience and delectable gin and tonic prepared by their mixologist.

Abu Dhabi Soul Open Mic at De La Costa will feature Kenda Rae and the Abu Dhabi Soul House Band as well as local emerging open mic talent as vocalists perform their most soulful renditions at Saadiyat Beach Club.