Saudi Diriyah E-prix: Backstreet Boys to Headline Concert on January 27
Backstreet Boys, the iconic American band, is set to headline the final day of the 2024 Diriyah E-Prix, which will take place on Saturday, January 27.
The event, which forms Round Two and Three of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, will also feature performances by Egyptian rock band Cairokee and Dutch DJ Afrojack.
Known as one of the best-selling bands of all time, Backstreet Boys will treat fans to some of their smash-hit singles, including I Want It That Way, Everybody, and Incomplete.
Backstreet Boys, OneRepublic, Nancy Ajram, Alesso, Afrojack to play at Diriyah E-Prix
Fans attending the event can also look forward to a captivating performance by Cairokee. The Egyptian rock band will enchant the audience with their revolutionary musical tunes, including popular songs like Layla, El Seka Shemal Fe Shemal, and Samurai.
Additionally, Dutch DJ Afrojack, renowned for co-producing Hey Mama with David Guetta, will take the stage as the final act.
On Friday, January 26, performances from OneRepublic, Nancy Ajram, and Alesso will also have performaces.
“Entertainment is such a huge part of our race, and I’m pleased to confirm such a great line-up of acts! Since we started the race in Diriyah, we have wanted to entertain fans, not only with incredible electric racing but also with a Fan Village where they can enjoy various activations, plus the live music concerts that keep the party going throughout the evening,” Carlo Boutagy, Founder and CEO of CBX, the promoter of the Diriyah E-Prix said.
The races will take place on a street circuit surrounding the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Diriyah. These night races are the only ones in the Formula E season, adding an extra element of excitement to the event.
Ticketholders will have the opportunity to enjoy a full day of entertainment for the whole family at the Allianz Fan Village before the races commence at 8 PM AST on both days.
The Fan Village will offer racing simulators in the gaming arena, live music performances, street food, and much more.
The Diriyah E-Prix races are part of Saudi Arabia’s commitment to investing in sports as part of its Vision 2030 cultural transformation.
The country’s Ministry of Sport has played a crucial role in inspiring a 48 percent increase in weekly sports participation among the local population, as well as an increase in the number of Saudi-based sports federations from 32 in 2015 to 97.
Tickets for the 2024 Diriyah E-Prix are now available for purchase.
