Ethara Live is raising up the volume at the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix with the announcement of global DJs Black Coffee, CamelPhat and Shimza playing at 16/360 as part of the star-studded Yasalam line-up.
South African DJ and producer Shimza will bring his pioneering Afro-tech sound to 16/360 on Friday 4 December, with British DJ and producer duo CamelPhat bringing their global hits and electronic music to 16/360 on Saturday 5 December. The party continues with world-renowned South African DJ, music producer and Grammy Winner for Best Dance/Electronic Album Black Coffee, playing his take on electronic dance music on Sunday 6 December.
David Powell, Chief Portfolio & Strategy Officer at Ethara Live, said “Our ambition for the Yasalam entertainment programme is to make Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix week an unforgettable experience, with world-class music at its heart. Adding Black Coffee, CamelPhat and Shimza brings three of electronic music’s biggest names to our audiences, and elevates the premium 16/360 experience with three days of global DJs in one of the most spectacular settings on the Formula 1 calendar.”
16/360 The Terrace Collection and The Circle at 16/360 offer premium experiences at the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix with unique perspectives across the back straight, through turns 6, 7, 15 and 16, and straight through to the finish line. It offers signature bars, evolving menus and social spaces designed to keep the energy alive as the F1 season finale unfolds.
Black Coffee is one of the defining names in Afro house, known for his deep, hypnotic take on electronic dance music. With hits including Drive (featuring David Guetta with Delilah Montagu), The Rapture Pt. III, and Never Gonna Forget (with Diplo featuring Elderbrook). From headlining festivals and sold-out arenas, Black Coffee brings his beats to 16/360 during the F1 season finale.
CamelPhat, the Grammy-nominated duo, Dave Whelan and Mike Di Scala, built a global following with millions of listeners with hits including Panic Room, Breathe and Cola. With Cola becoming a global hit and topping US Billboard Dance Club Songs chart, receiving multi-platinum certification and earning a Grammy nomination for Best Dance Recording.
Shimza will start the three days of global DJ performances at 16/360 with his pioneering Afro-tech sounds. The DJ and producer is known for fusing the groove and percussion of his Afro-house roots with the driving energy of house and techno. He has taken his music to a residency in Ibiza’s Pacha and to the stage of Tomorrowland, with hits including Fire, Fire and Places.
The Yasalam festival is growing, bringing global DJs to add an energetic experience to 16/360 across three days with its 360-degree views, premium club-lounge energy and immersive perspective on one of the most exciting turns on the track.
The exclusive Black Coffee, CamelPhat and Shimza performances are the latest additions to the Yasalam presented by etisalat entertainment programme, joining a world-class, blockbuster entertainment lineup across Yasalam Classics, After-Race Concerts, and Official After Parties, with more global artists to be announced for race week.
Every Abu Dhabi Grand Prix ticket includes access to the After-Race Concerts at Etihad Live, as well as opportunities to access exclusive ticket categories to Official After-Parties, where Anyma is set to perform. For fans looking to get even closer to the action, Golden Circle upgrades guarantee entry to the After-Race Concerts and get fans closer to the stage, putting them at the heart of some of the most spectacular live entertainment of the year.
The 18th edition of the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix will take place from 3-6 December 2026. 16/360 The Terrace Collection and The Circle at 16/360 as well as the full range of tickets are available at abudhabigp.com.
