Metallica is set to perform at the 2025 Abu Dhabi Formula 1 Grand Prix.

The metal legends will take the stage on Yas Island to headline the day's after-race concert on Dec. 6. Other after-race performers include pop stars Benson Boone and Katy Perry on Dec. 4 and Dec. 7, respectively.

For more info, visit AbuDhabiGP.com.

Metallica has also announced their first-ever show in the Middle Eastern country of Bahrain, taking place Dec. 3. Tickets go on sale Thursday at 9 a.m. ET.

You can also catch Metallica on their current North American tour, which continues Thursday in Toronto.

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