Formula 1 Hard Rock Miami Grand Prix

The ultimate blend of sporting event and party will return to Miami for its fifth edition when the Formula 1 Hard Rock Miami Grand Prix takes over the Miami International Autodrome Circuit at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, May 1-3, 2026.

One of the most popular events of the year in Greater Miami & Miami Beach, F1 is more than a race. While the world’s greatest drivers and racing teams will be on hand, the three-day weekend event will also feature live music, fantastic food and interactive experiences that are as much a part of the fun as the race itself.

What is the Formula 1 Hard Rock Miami Grand Prix?

Formula 1 differs from other kinds of auto racing not just in the types of cars – single-seaters with open cockpits and wheels – but also in the scene surrounding it, with hospitality tents, celebrities and weekend-long parties.

The 19-turn, 3.36-mile Circuit track winds past a makeshift beach and marina, palm trees, grandstands and numerous fan zones. Drivers reach an estimated top speed of nearly 200 miles per hour and cover a little over 191 miles in around an hour and a half. So don’t get out of your seat because at these speeds, even a short break means missing loads of action.

The Miami race will be the sixth of the 24-race F1 season, which starts in Melbourne, Australia in early March and visits Monaco, Barcelona, the United Kingdom and Singapore, among other destinations, before winding up in Abu Dhabi in early December. Formula 1’s top drivers, including defending Miami Grand Prix champion Oscar Piastri, past winners Max Verstappen and Lando Norris, and fan-favorite and seven-time F1 champion Lewis Hamilton, among others, will be racing for the top prizes.

The Weekend Schedule

The schedule on Friday, May 1, will include the F1 drivers taking practice laps, qualifying for the Sprint races and practice sessions for the Porsche Carrera Cup (in which drivers race identical Porsche 911 GT3 Cup cars) and McLaren Trophy America (a one-make racing series featuring identical, high-performance McLaren race cars).

On Saturday, there’ll be Sprint races and qualifying for Sunday’s big race as well as qualifying and first races in the Porsche Carrera Cup and McLaren Trophy America.

Sunday will kick off with the second Porsche Carrera and McLaren races followed by the Formula 1 drivers parade and the main event, the Formula 1 HardRock Miami Grand Prix.

The Experience Beyond The Track

There’ll be an entire weekend of parties, performances and other events both on and off the race site. While specific musical guests will be announced closer to race day, previous performers have included John Summit, Ed Sheeran, Don Omar and Kaskade. Marc Anthony sang the national anthem before the 2024 race. In addition to musical artists, Hard Rock Stadium will be filled with F1-inspired works by local artists, including racing murals and sculptures.

Ticket Options

These are a number of ways to watch the Formula 1 Hard Rock Miami Grand Prix, with ticket options ranging from general grounds passes to ultra-premium suites and clubs. The most budget-friendly way to attend the race is with a Campus Pass, which gets you onto the race grounds (but no seat). It’s ideal if you just want to soak up the experience and watch the cars zooming by.

If you want an actual seat and a view of the races, sit in the Beach Grandstands along turns 11 and 12 for as little as $75. Other grandstand areas around the track include the Marina Grandstands and grandstands at Turn 1 and Turn 18, which range from $85 to $105. The starting prices for all tickets are one-day passes for Friday; three-day tickets and Saturday and Sunday prices are higher.

If you want a great view of the race, Grandstand Passes are the way to go. These give you reserved seats in bleachers around the track, and you’ll keep the same seat for all three days. Grandstand tickets start at $890 for the entire weekend.

For those who want something a little more luxurious, seven different club areas are available. All have food and drinks, shade, and in the case of the Hard Rock Beach Club, a swimming pool. Three-day club tickets start at $1,500.

You’ll also find four luxury lounges, offering the highest level of comfort for those with individual tickets. These are strategically placed around various turns, including one from fabled Miami Beach Italian restaurant Casa Tua.

Stake Out The Best Views

Among the six grandstand areas, the seats at the Start/Finish Line offer some of the best views of the action (the Turn 1 Grandstand also promises great views). The Turn 18 Grandstand sits right on the pits and offers views of three turns along the course’s busiest – and fastest – stretch.

If you want to party while watching the race, the Marina Grandstand might be your best choice. It allows unlimited access to the Marina area, with food, cocktails and large screens showing the race. Each grandstand will also feature its own fan zone, where you’ll find food from local restaurants and plenty to drink. Campus Pass holders will also have access to the Marina area, although getting onto one of the yachts parked there isn’t included.

For a VIP experience, check out the race’s hospitality tents. The Paddock Club is a multistory permanent facility offering prime views of pit lane and the Start/Finish Line. You can also hang out in The 72 Club, the stadium’s premier locale for football games, which will be transformed into an F1 viewing lounge.

New this year is the Luxe Pass, which allows you to pick one of the three luxury lounges (Paddock, 72 and Casa Tua) and attend the other two on different race days. It’s the best way to spend a weekend at F1 and see all it has to offer.

Tips For Attending The Race

• F1 races are loud. That doesn’t detract from the fun, but come prepared with ear plugs if you have sensitive ears.
• Wear sunscreen and make sure you drink plenty of water, especially if you’re consuming alcohol.
• Limited onsite parking will be available for those in hospitality tents. Grandstand ticket holders will be able to park in satellite lots and take shuttles to the track.
• Rideshares will be available to and from the stadium, but they usually pick up and drop off at Norwood Elementary School, a 15- to 20-minute walk from the track.
• For those opting not to drive, Brightline, Florida’s high-speed rail service, offers a direct route to the Aventura Station, where a regularly scheduled complimentary shuttle service will take you to and from the stadium.
• Tri-Rail will also offer service to the Golden Glades station, with regular shuttles departing for the stadium.
• Additionally, Miami-Dade County’s comprehensive public transit network provides alternate routes via Metrorail and Metrobus.

By: Matthew Meltzer | January 9, 2026