Get ready for an unforgettable weekend as Metallica, one of the most iconic rock bands in music history, is set to headline the 2025 Qatar Airways Formula 1 Qatar Grand Prix at Lusail International Circuit from Friday, November 28 to Sunday, November 30.
This year’s Grand Prix isn’t just about speed, it’s about sound, too. Metallica will light up the stage ahead of the closing race on Sunday, November 30, delivering a high-octane concert that’s only open to Qatar F1 Grand Prix ticket holders.
Fans can expect to hear some of the band’s most legendary hits, including “Kill ’Em All,” “Ride the Lightning,” “Master of Puppets,” and “…And Justice for All.” With frontman James Hetfield, drummer Lars Ulrich, guitarist Kirk Hammett, and bassist Robert Trujillo leading the charge, this promises to be a performance for the ages.
More Than Four Decades of Metal Mayhem
Since forming in 1981, Metallica has sold nearly 125 million albums worldwide and racked up over 17 billion streams, playing to millions of fans on all seven continents. They continue to break records, sell out stadiums, and deliver powerful performances. If you’ve never experienced them live, this is your chance.
The band joins an already star-studded entertainment line-up, which includes British soul legend Seal, making this Grand Prix weekend one of the most exciting in recent F1 history.
Tickets & Access
To see Metallica live, you must have a valid F1 Qatar Grand Prix ticket:
- Sunday Single-Day Pass (Nov 30): QR500 – still available
- Weekend Passes:
- North Grandstand: QR1,500
- T2, T3, T16 Grandstands: QR1,000
- Hospitality Packages: Starting from QR9,350.41, includes VIP concert access
- General Admission (Lusail Hill) is sold out
Tickets available at tickets.lcsc.qa
What Else to Expect at the Qatar GP
The 2025 Qatar Grand Prix weekend will feature a packed schedule:
- Free Practice
- Sprint Qualifying (formerly Sprint Shootout)
- Sprint Race
- Formula 2™ action and a to-be-announced support race
Off the track, fans can enjoy interactive experiences across the F1® Fan Zone, including the F1® Fan Forum, where drivers and team principals will appear live on stage. Entertainment for all ages will keep the energy high throughout the weekend.
Fuel Up With Metallica’s Latest Release
While you wait for the engines to roar and the amps to crank, check out Metallica’s latest Grammy-winning album, “72 Seasons”, released on the band’s own Blackened Recordings label. It’s the perfect way to gear up for one of the biggest race weekends of the year.
Don’t Miss It
The combination of Formula 1 speed and Metallica’s legendary power promises to deliver an epic experience you won’t forget. With ticket demand surging, don’t wait – secure your spot now.
Lusail International Circuit, Lusail
Friday, November 28 – Sunday, November 30
Get your tickets: https://tickets.lcsc.qa/content
