What To Know
- February in Dubai is lining up to be a major moment for motorsport fans, car culture communities, and anyone who treats the calendar like a social contract.
- The second Yas Speed Festival date takes place on February 21 and closes the festival with a different racing format.
- The first edition of the Yas Speed Festival takes place on February 7 and 8 and centers on professional circuit racing.
February in Dubai is lining up to be a major moment for motorsport fans, car culture communities, and anyone who treats the calendar like a social contract. The Yas Speed Festival is officially set to take over Yas Marina Circuit with two separate February dates, each delivering a different side of motorsport culture. From endurance racing to drift finals and car showcases, the festival is scheduled to bring track action, off-track experiences, and fan-focused programming into one concentrated month. Hosted at Abu Dhabi’s flagship racing venue, the festival is designed as a multi-format motorsport event with ticket access, VIP experiences, and community-focused activations spread across two weekends.
February 7–8 Brings Endurance Racing to Yas Marina Circuit
The first edition of the Yas Speed Festival takes place on February 7 and 8 and centers on professional circuit racing. The Asian Le Mans Series headlines the weekend, bringing prototype and GT racing to Yas
Marina Circuit as part of its official championship calendar.
Teams competing during this round are racing for championship standings and automatic qualification into the 24 Hours of Le Mans in France. The event schedule also includes the Gulf ProCar Championship
and the Gulf Radical Cup, both recognized regional racing series with established grids and regular season calendars.
Spectators can expect a full race weekend format, including practice sessions, qualifying runs, and main races held on the Yas Marina Circuit layout used for international motorsport events.
February 21 Shifts Focus to Drifting and Roll Racing
The second Yas Speed Festival date takes place on February 21 and closes the festival with a different racing format. This edition features the final round of the Emirates Drift Championship, a nationally sanctioned series that attracts professional drift drivers and large spectator attendance.
Alongside drifting, the Yas Roll Race Challenge returns with side-by-side acceleration races contested on the circuit. Roll racing focuses on short-distance contests where outcomes are decided within seconds, making it one of the most direct racing formats included in the festival schedule.
This second date is positioned as a finale-style event with motorsport formats that prioritize visual spectacle and fan engagement.
Car Culture Takes Center Stage Off the Track
Beyond racing, the Yas Speed Festival includes the return of Yas Motor Majlis, a car showcase hosted within Yas Marina Circuit. The event features more than 400 vehicles, including supercars, modified builds, and collector models submitted by owners and clubs. The festival grounds also include a fan zone with live DJs, food vendors, and interactive activations. One confirmed feature is the Otaku Middle East Experience, which includes a Tamiya Mini 4WD track for visitors. Fashion also plays a role, with the Castore x Yas Marina Circuit collection available on-site. The apparel line focuses on motorsport-inspired pieces designed for circuit attendance.
Ticketing Options and Access
General admission tickets for Yas Speed Festival start at AED 95. VIP ticket options include access to Paddock Suites, Grid Walks, and Pit Lane Walks. Family ticket options are also available, with children under 12 permitted entry when accompanied by an adult.
Tickets provide access to racing sessions, fan zones, and festival programming depending on the selected category.
With two distinct February dates, Yas Speed Festival positions itself as one of Dubai’s most comprehensive motorsport events of the season. Between endurance racing, drift finals, roll racing, and car culture showcases, the festival offers multiple entry points for fans with different interests. For anyone planning February around major events, Yas Marina Circuit is clearly one to watch.
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