Trackside – 2025 Mexican Grand Prix

How to get the most out of your F1 trip to the 2025 Mexico City Grand Prix. Access, on-track schedule & useful tips at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez

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The 2025 Mexico City Grand Prix is scheduled for October 24-26

Dates are also confirmed for the 2026 Mexico City Grand Prix on October 30-November 1

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The Mexico City  Grand Prix, confirmed to remain on the F1 calendar until at least 2025, offers arguably the most lively trackside atmosphere on the entire F1 calendar, though the presence of ticket zones within the circuit means you cannot walk around freely like you can at most other circuits. The race is one of the best attended on the current calendar, with a record 3-day attendance in excess of 400,000 fans at the 2024 Mexico City Grand Prix. Local driver Sergio “Checo” Perez’s race lasted longer than it did the previous year, but the Mexican driver was classified in last position as Carlos Sainz took a popular victory for Ferrari.

Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez: Access & Orientation

Gates open at 08:00. Expect airport-style security screening; see below for allowed/prohibited items

No general parking is offered at the circuit. Take the Metro or taxi/Uber to the track instead. A free bus services travels around the perimeter of the circuit if you need to get from one entrance gate/zone to another. More information: Getting There & Around.

Be aware there’s no re-entry allowed at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez. Once you’ve entered the track, you cannot leave and return on the same day.

Allowed Items

Hats, Sunscreen, Lighters, Sunglasses, Cigars, Beach towels, Cameras (for professional cameras, lens must not be bigger than 300 mm and two lenses maximum), GoPro Cameras, Fanny pack, Standard small-size bags (backpack, messenger bag), Motorcycle helmets, Flags or Posters of the event (PVC mast only), Jackets, Raincoats, Rain boots, Stroller (small eg: stick stroller), Binoculars, External batteries for cell phones, Baby food

Prohibited Items

Firearms, Sharp objects, Musical instruments, Chains or wallets with chains, Studded belts and/or large buckles, Camping backpacks, Pets, Umbrellas with pointy tip, Tents, chairs and trolleys, Drones, Video cameras or recording devices, Stick flags, External Food or beverages, Glass bottles or cans, Coolers, Blankets, Chairs, Stuffed animals, Bicycles, skateboards or longboards, Illegal substances, Tripod, Monopod, Reflective displays and lighting, Go Pro Poles, selfie sticks, Balls or frisbees (plate or frisbee), Backrest or seat pillows

Ticket Zones at Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez

The circuit is separated into zones, which means you will be restricted to the area where your grandstand is located. It’s not possible to walk around and check out the views from different parts of the track. Check below to find out which zone your grandstand is located in and the best entrance gate to use. Zones are clearly marked on the interactive circuit map.

Verde (Green): Main Grandstand 1-2, Champions Club, Paddock Club, Platinum Plus, Speed Lounge, Skybox (Access Gates 4,6,7)

Naranja (Orange): General Admission 2A (Access Gate 8)

Azul (Blue): Grandstands 3,4,5,6,6A (Access Gates 9, 12)

Amarilla (Yellow) : Grandstands 9, 10, 11, Speed Lounge 2 (Access Gates 13,14)

Gris (Grey): Foro Sol Sur / Grandstand 14 (Access Gate 2)

Café (Brown): Foro Sol Norte / Grandstand 15 (Access Gate 2)

2025 Mexico City Grand Prix Schedule

On-Track Schedule: The complete on-track timetable for the 2025 Mexico City Grand Prix has been confirmed by Formula 1 and is listed below.

Support Categories: The NACAM Formula 4 Championship and GTM Super Copa return as support categories at the 2025 Mexico City Grand Prix. TCR Mexico joins the support package this year.

Pit Lane Walk: This is not held for regular racegoers. F1 Experiences holds a pit lane walk on Thursday for selected guests. In additional, guests in the Formula 1 Paddock Club can take part in daily pit lane walks on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Friday, October 24

08:35-09:00: GTM Super Copa – First Practice / Qualifying Session

09:40-10:05: TCR Mexico – First Practice / Qualifying Session

10:30-10:55: Formula 4 NACAM Championship – Practice Session

11:00-12:00: Paddock Club – Track Tour & Pit Lane Walk

12:30-13:30: Formula 1 – First Practice (FP1)

14:00-14:25: GTM Super Copa – Second Practice / Qualifying Session

14:35-15:30: Paddock Club – Track Tour & Pit Lane Walk

16:00-17:00: Formula 1 – Second Practice (FP2)

17:30-18:00: TCR Mexico – First Race (25 minutes)

18:15-19:15: Paddock Club – Track Tour & Pit Lane Walk

19:15-20:45: F1 Experiences – Track Tour, Trophy Photo & Pit Lane Walk

Saturday, October 25

09:25-09:50: Formula 4 NACAM Championship – Qualifying Session

10:15-10:45: GTM Super Copa – First Race (25 minutes)

11:30-12:30: Formula 1 – Third Practice (FP3)

13:00-13:30: TCR Mexico – Second Race (25 minutes)

13:40-14:35: Paddock Club – Track Tour & Pit Lane Walk

15:00-16:00: Formula 1 – Qualifying

16:45-17:15: Formula 4 NACAM Championship – First Race (25 minutes)

17:30-18:30: Paddock Club – Track Tour & Pit Lane Walk

18:30-19:30: F1 Experiences – Grid Walk & Trophy Photo

Sunday, October 26

08:30-09:00: Formula 4 NACAM Championship – Second Race (25 minutes)

09:25-09:40: Honda Demonstration Lap

10:05-10:35: GTM Super Copa – Second Race (25 minutes)

11:05-11:35: TCR Mexico – Third Race (25 minutes)

11:55-12:25: Paddock Club – Track Tour & Pit Lane Walk

12:00-12:30: Drivers’ Parade

12:30-13:00: Starting Grid Presentation

13:44-13:46: National Anthem

13:46-13:48: Air Display – Fly Past

14:00-16:00: Formula 1 Gran Premio de la Cuidad de Mexico 2025 (71 laps or 2 hours) 

Food & Drink at the Mexico City Grand Prix

The food offer in Mexico is much better than many other F1 circuits around the world, and prices are reasonable. Choose from more than 50 different types of food, including seafood, churros, donuts, tacos, pizza and meat cuts. Please note that beer is available inside the circuit from 11:00-19:00. Hard liquor is available from 12:00-19:00. Up to 12 free water stations are located in the different trackside fan zones. The Citibanamex Cashless system is used for buying food and drinks at Autódromo Hermanos Rodriguez. This is a rechargable card which can be topped up with bank card or cash and used for purchases inside the circuit. View drink prices at the 2024 Mexico City Grand Prix.