Ferrari World Abu Dhabi Marks 15 Years of Excellence with Star-Studded Anniversary and Ferrari HP Esports Series Grand Final 2025
Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi celebrated its 15th anniversary on December 3, 2025, in the presence of Charles Leclerc, Scuderia Ferrari HP Formula 1 Driver, Ferrari executives including Maria Carla Liuni, Ferrari’s Chief Brand Officer, Julien Kauffmann, CEO of Miral Experiences, tier 1 media outlets, and the park’s dedicated annual pass holders and VIP guests. The milestone event brought together partners, fans and long-time supporters to honor 15 years of record-breaking rides, innovation and unforgettable family experiences under the park’s iconic red roof.
The highlight of the evening was the Ferrari HP Esports Series Grand Final 2025, hosted at the Ferrari World Esports Arena for the second consecutive year. Fourteen of the world’s top sim racers from EMEA, APAC and the Americas went head-to-head across three races and three sim titles in an electrifying showcase of virtual motorsport excellence. After an intense and closely fought battle, Grantas Kareckas from Lithuania claimed the championship title.
In a moment that thrilled fans and competitors alike, the winner was presented the championship trophy by none other than Charles Leclerc, Scuderia Ferrari HP Formula 1 Driver, marking an unforgettable highlight of the park’s anniversary celebrations.
Following this heart-warming and high-energy ceremony, guests continued the celebrations across the park with a lineup of live DJ performances, musical acts, gourmet food offerings and the fully activated ADGP Fanzone, where fans enjoyed live race screenings, interactive games, challenges for all ages and the electric atmosphere of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix weekend.
As excitement for the ADGP reached its peak across Yas Island, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi’s entertainment carried race-week energy straight into the park. The evening concluded with a dazzling finale illuminating the skyline in Ferrari’s signature red, enhanced by live performances and a spectacular drone show tracing Ferrari silhouettes across the night sky.
With its expanding global following and Yas Island’s reputation as a world-class entertainment hub, the Ferrari HP Esports Series continues to elevate virtual motorsport while cementing Ferrari World Abu Dhabi’s status as a must-visit destination for Ferrari fans, families and gaming communities. Visitors can continue experiencing the thrill as the ADGP Fanzone remains open until 7 December, offering live entertainment, themed activations and non-stop race-week excitement.
Background Information
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi is a mostly indoors amusement park on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. It is the first Ferrari-branded theme park and has the record for the largest space frame structure ever built. Formula Rossa, the world's fastest roller coaster, is also located here.