The Best Race Week Events at the 2026 Miami Grand Prix

Miami is the place to be as F1 heads to the beachside city in Florida for the fifth running of the Miami Grand Prix! From fan festivals, to superstar performances and driver appearances, here’s what’s happening across the city during the 2026 Miami Grand Prix weekend.

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The 2026 Miami Grand Prix is scheduled on May 1-3

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The Miami Grand Prix has been a huge success since first joining the Formula 1 calendar in 2022, with attendances growing at the event year-on-year. F1 returns to Florida for the fifth running of the Miami Grand Prix on May 1-3, 2026. The race, which is held on the new track around Hard Rock Stadium, promises to be an action-packed affair, with the near sell-out crowd having lots to look forward to.

For the first time in 2026, the on-track action gets underway on Thursday with support categories taking to the circuit for practice sessions. On Friday, the only hour of Formula 1 Free Practice begins before qualifying takes place for the Sprint, which makes its third appearance in Miami this year. The Sprint race and Grand Prix qualifying follows on Saturday, before the main event – the 2026 Miami Grand Prix – on Sunday.

But there’s much more to enjoy than just the on-track action in Miami. In its fifth year on the schedule, Miami is still embracing F1’s presence with a number of special events lined up for race goers in the days leading up to the Grand Prix.

McLaren Racing Live

McLaren are bringing their “most ambitious US fan experience yet” to Miami for the 2026 Miami Grand Prix, with a team takeover of Regatta Harbour from Wednesday April 29 to race day, Sunday May 3.

Over the five days, there’ll be a range of family-friendly experiences, including race simulators and garage-style displays of some of McLaren’s most successful race cars. A show run featuring iconic McLaren cars driven by Mika Hakkinen and Emerson Fittipaldi will take place on April 29, and team members – including Zak Brown, Andrea Stella and McLaren IndyCar drivers Pato O’Ward, Christian Lundgaard, Nolan Siegel and Ryan Hunter-Reay – will be making appearances.

The fan zone is free to access, though a free ticket must be purchased for access to the showrun. The last remaining tickets are available via Eventbrite.

Williams F1 Team Pop-Up Experience

The Williams F1 team’s popular fan experience will take place once again ahead of the 2026 Miami Grand Prix, though exact details are yet to be announced. Last year, the event took place at 430 Lincoln Road, South Beach, featuring appearances from Alex Albon and Team Principal James Vowels.

Williams’ FW47 show car was on display, and you were able to test your driving skills on the team’s Esports rigs, plus get your hands on the team’s exclusive Miami Grand Prix merchandise.

Official Fan Fest at Miami Beach

For the first time, the Miami Grand Prix will have an official fan festival in 2026. Running from April 29 – May 3, the event is free to attend – though you will need a free ticket to enter.

Hosted by South Florida Motorsports (SFM), the promoter of the Miami Grand Prix, the five-day festival will feature appearances from special F1 guests and live DJs. There’ll also be giveaways, plus interactive games and experiences and a selection of food and beverages on offer.

Aston Martin will bring a show car to Lummus Park, while Red Bull will offer an interactive race experience at their Fan Zone and Racing Bulls will provide photo opportunities with an F1 show car. If you were unable to secure tickets for the race weekend, every F1 on-track session will be shown on big screens at the event.

Further details about the event can be found here.

Official Fan Fest Opening Hours:

Wednesday, April 29: 14:00-18:00

Thursday, April 30: 14:00-18:00

Friday, May 1: 12:00-18:00

Saturday, May 2: 12:00-18:00

Sunday, May 3: 12:00-18:00

Racing Fan Fest in Wynwood

Having attracted over 80,000 visitors in previous years, the Racing Fan Fest returns for the 2026 Miami Grand Prix. Wynwood Marketplace will once again be taken over by a four-day festival for racing enthusiasts, running from April 30 – May 3.

On site at the family-friendly event, there’ll be everything from racing simulators, to special guest appearances, DJ sets, local culinary treats and pop-up stores. Entry to the festival is free.

Racing Fan Fest Opening Hours:

Thursday, April 30: 16:00-00:00

Friday, May 1: 16:00-03:00

Saturday, May 2: 12:00-03:00

Sunday, May 3: 12:00-00:00

An Evening With Susie & Toto Wolff

Head to the Fillmore Miami Beach on Thursday April 30 for a conversation with Formula 1 power couple Susie and Toto Wolff. Susie, the former racing driver turned managing director of F1 Academy, and Toto, Team Principal of the Mercedes F1 team, will discuss their motorsport careers, covering topics like innovation within the sport, driver management and the ever-evolving landscape of Formula 1. Tickets are available from $59 via Ticketmaster.

Guns N’ Roses, Zedd, Kane Brown and Marshmello Headline Official Miami Grand Prix Concerts

In 2026, Guns N’ Roses and Kane Brown will be the headline acts at Hard Rock Live for the Official Kickoff Concerts at the Miami Grand Prix, which take place at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, around 16km north of the circuit. Tickets for both concerts at Hard Rock Live are available via Ticketmaster. Guns N’ Roses kick off proceedings on Thursday April 30 at 19:00. They’re also performing at the same venue after race weekend, on Tuesday May 5. Kane Brown – who will be joined by special guests Nelly and Marshmello – performs on Friday May 1.

Meanwhile, Hard Rock Beach Club will be home to three headline performances over the race weekend, which will be streamed on screens across the Miami International Autodrome campus. Grammy award-winner Zedd will perform on Friday May 1, alongside rapper Nelly. Saturday will be headlined by another appearance from Marshmello, joined by Shaquille O’Neal; the NBA legend who performs under the stage name DJ Diesel. Kane Brown makes another F1 weekend appearance on Sunday May 3, appearing alongside house duo Loud Luxury.

Other Race Week Concerts in Miami

There are plenty of concerts taking place in Miami in the days leading up to race weekend. Among the biggest names in town are Florence & The Machine, who headline the Kaseya Center on Wednesday April 29. In addition to his appearances at official F1 events, Zedd performs at Factory Town on Friday May 1, while electronic duo Disclosure are at Club Space post-race on Sunday May 3. Elsewhere, The Kid LAROI is performing at the Yuengling Center twice – on April 27 and May 1.

If you’re staying around in Miami after race weekend, Sting headlines Hard Rock Live at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood on Wednesday May 6.

Nightclub Appearances & DJ Sets

If you’re heading on a night out in Miami, the 24/7 ultraclub E11EVEN is one of the hottest tickets in town. There’s even more reason to visit the world-renowned club during 2026 Miami Grand Prix week, with a stellar line-up of talent each evening. A week full of events in headlined by Alesso on Friday, Snoop Dogg on Saturday and Afrojack on Sunday. You may even spot an F1 driver here; both Max Verstappen and Lando Norris have previously celebrated their Miami Grand Prix victories at E11EVEN. You can book tables and tickets for all events at 11miami.com.

DAER Dayclub and Nightclub will host three days of poolside performances and indoor DJ sets on May 1-3, from the likes of Marshmello, Alesso and Afrojack. An all access pass for the three days is available from $300. CASA NEOS will be celebrating Miami race week with a line-up of guest performers at the waterfront beach club, while MILA Lounge in Miami Beach has a curated DJ programme across race week.

Carbone Beach

Carbone Beach returns for the 2026 Miami Grand Prix, this year sponsored by American Express. Previously described as “the Fort Knox of parties”, the VIP supper club takes place across three nights over the race weekend.

The highly-exclusive event has a star-studded list of previous attendees, including David Beckham, Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk, James Corden and Lebron James. Lando Norris was also in attendance in 2024 after taking his maiden Grand Prix victory. Previous performers at the event have included Andrea Bocelli, Diana Ross, Wyclef Jean and Kygo. Artists appearing at the party are not announced prior to the event.

Running from May 1-3, tickets for the luxurious Carbone Beach event are priced at $3,000 per person. Head to the official website to learn more about attending.

Sporting Action in Miami on Race Weekend

The 2026 Miami Grand Prix isn’t the only sporting action taking place in Miami on race weekend! Major League Baseball takes place at LoanDepot Park, with Miami Marlins playing Philadelphia Phillies on May 1-4, before playing Baltimore Orioles on May 5-7. Tickets, priced from $13, are available via Ticketmaster.

Major League Soccer is also in town, with Inter Miami CF, captained by Lionel Messi, taking on Orlando City SC at Nu Stadium from 7pm on Saturday May 2. Tickets available via Ticketmaster.

NBA Playoffs will be taking place during race week, with Miami Heat set to play numerous home games against yet-to-be-decided opponents. See the latest information and find tickets here.

Bonhams Miami Car Auction

Bonhams are hosting a special auction at the 2026 Miami Grand Prix, featuring various iconic sportscars. There are 27 lots in the auction in total, which will take place at Miami International Autodrome from 11am on Sunday May 3. Last year, Miami Grand Prix ticket holders were able to view the lots at select times over the race weekend. Details for 2026 have not yet been announced.

Where to Eat During Miami Race Week 2026

With Cinco de Mayo taking place just days after the 2026 Miami Grand Prix, the festival will be celebrated in the week leading up to the race. You can expect a carnival atmosphere, with many local restaurants and bars participating in the festivities. End race week on a high by getting yourself to one of the local parties taking place across the city!

Head to MILA Omakase to enjoy culinary delights from three-Michelin-starred chef Guillaume Galliot, a leading voice in contemporary French gastronomy, from April 30 – May 2. Take in New York-style Italian cuisine at Carbone Miami, fine Mexican dining at Chateau ZZ’s, Greek cuisine at AVA MediterrAegean or get a taste of Northern Italy at Contessa Miami in the Miami Design District.

Of course, there are lots of other things to see and do year-round in Miami. Check out our Miami Off-Track Guide, which includes more of the best restaurants, arts districts and beaches!