Evolution Scenic branded temporary venue fabricated for Mubadala SailGP at Emirates Palace Abu Dhabi.

Waterfront sporting events require temporary environments that can support hospitality, presentations, guest movement and family engagement while responding to the character of the event itself. For Mubadala Sail GP at Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi, Evolution Scenic designed and built a temporary venue positioned next to the docks, creating a functional and visually cohesive setting aligned with the energy of high-performance sailing.


The scope included a 3-metre by 15-metre curved stage, twin scenic backdrops, an LED screen, ambient lighting, custom wall treatments, guest transport support and interactive family features. Together, these elements created a flexible event environment that combined presentation, hospitality and visitor engagement within a temporary waterfront setting.

The Challenge


The project required a complete temporary venue to be delivered next to the docks while supporting several different functions within one coordinated environment.


The main presentation area needed a substantial scenic stage with digital content and lighting, while the surrounding venue required custom wall finishes capable of presenting a consistent appearance internally and externally.


Guest movement also needed to be considered, particularly between parking and the event venue.


At the same time, the experience had to accommodate families and younger visitors through dedicated interactive areas, all while remaining aligned with health and safety requirements, the approved design intent and the available budget.

The Solution


Evolution Scenic developed the venue around a custom curved stage measuring 3000mm x 15000mm.


Two scenic backdrops were incorporated into the stage environment, with an LED screen positioned as the central visual feature. Ambient lighting was integrated to strengthen the atmosphere and support the wider presentation programme.


Custom walling was fabricated for the temporary venue using prefabricated plastic slotted details at the top and bottom, with vinyl graphics applied through the central sections. The same treatment was coordinated across the interior and exterior of the tent to create a consistent overall finish.


To improve guest access, a golf cart service was provided between the parking area and the event venue.


A dedicated children’s area was also created, incorporating a live water pool and a Marlin Spike knot-tying station. These features introduced an interactive maritime element that connected the family experience with the wider sailing theme.


The full scenic package was delivered in accordance with health and safety requirements while remaining aligned with the proposed design and budget.

Delivery Highlights


• Temporary waterfront venue for Mubadala Sail GP.

• Installation next to the docks at Emirates Palace.

• 3000mm x 15000mm curved stage.

• Two custom scenic backdrops.

• Central LED screen.

• Ambient stage lighting.

• Custom internal and external walling.

• Prefabricated plastic slotted wall details.

• Integrated vinyl graphics.

• Cohesive tent interior and exterior treatment.

• Golf cart guest transport service.

• Dedicated children’s play area.

• Live water pool.

• Marlin Spike knot-tying activity station.

• Family engagement features.

• Health and safety compliance.

• Delivery aligned with approved design and budget.

• Temporary venue fabrication and installation.

Outcome


The completed Mubadala Sail GP environment provided a functional and visually consistent waterfront venue that supported presentations, hospitality, guest circulation and family activity.


The curved stage, LED screen and scenic backdrops created a clear focal point for the main programme, while the custom wall treatments helped unify the temporary venue internally and externally.


Guest transport and interactive family features extended the project beyond scenic fabrication alone, helping create a more complete visitor experience.


The project demonstrates Evolution Scenic’s ability to deliver temporary event venues where staging, scenic finishing, guest logistics, family engagement and health and safety requirements all need to be resolved together within one coordinated build.

Evolution Scenic branded display plinths fabricated for the Mubadala SailGP venue.

Project Ecosystem


Evolution Scenic – Temporary venue design and build, curved stage fabrication, scenic backdrops, LED integration, ambient lighting, custom walling, vinyl graphics, guest transport support, family engagement installations, health and safety coordination, delivery and installation.