The Best Fan Zones and Events at the Barcelona-Catalunya GP 2026

It is round 7 of the 2026 Formula 1 season and we are back in Spain at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya which is the first of two Spain Grands Prix with the addition of the Spanish Grand Prix that will be held at the Madring. 

The race weekend will run from Thursday June 11th to Sunday June 14th, 2026.

The Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, formerly known as the Spanish Grand Prix, was a fan favorite for its fun events, great general admission viewing area and overall atmosphere. Despite the race being transitioned to a rotational calendar switching with the Belgian Grand Prix, fans still have tons to look forward to on the race weekend. After this year, fans can expect Barcelona-Catalunya to return to the calendar in 2028, 2030 and 2032. 

ON TRACK

F1 Fan Zone

Like most race weekends, the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix will host an F1 Fan Zone at the circuit for all race weekend ticket holders. There will be a variety of activations and stands for fans to peruse in between the breaks between the on-track action. The fan zone will be the best area to purchase food and drinks, merchandise and other circuit related products. The fan zone will be located near the Main Grandstand.

What to expect:

• F1 Simulators
• Official merchandise
• F1 Show Car
• F1 Blast Lane
• Q&A Session with drivers (more details coming)
• Food and Beverage options

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Concerts

The Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix will be host to a variety of live music performances and concerts for fans attending the race weekend. These concerts will be held on track and will be located in the fan zone near the Main Grandstand. There will be performances on the Saturday and Sunday of the race weekend and will be open to all fans who have a race weekend ticket.

Saturday

• Gee Beat
• Janse

Sunday

• Marss
• Ale Daunis

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OFF TRACK

F1 Fan Village

In honor of the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, Plaça de Catalunya will be hosting a ‘Fan Village’ for all fans of all ages. The fan village will run from Tuesday, June 9th to Saturday, June 13th.

The best part about this event? It’s completely free!

The fan village will be open to anyone and everyone looking to enjoy the Barcelona-Cataluna Grand Prix weekend. Attendees do not need to have purchased a race ticket in order to enter the fan village. Fans can expect a variety of activations ranging from concerts, to racing simulators to workshops.

What to expect

• Racing simulators
• Podium-style photo opportunity
• Pit Stop challenge
• Show cars from the premier class
• Team and sponsor stands (Aston Martin, Santander, Monlau, etc.)
• F1 broadcasts showcasing each of the sessions
• Official merchandise
• Food and beverage options
• Live music
• Kids zone
• Live programmes and talks featuring special guests

Where: Plaça de Catalunya

When: Tuesday, June 9th until Saturday, June 13th (12PM - 9PM)

To claim your free Fan Village invitation for the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, click here. 

Please keep in mind that capacity is limited so even if you have downloaded your free invitation, entry is not guaranteed.

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Williams Racing Fan Zone

Williams Racing has become known for their fan zones which feature a variety of activations and exclusive merchandise options. Williams only hosts these fan zones at certain races and the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix will be the fourth stop on their ‘fan zone world tour’.

Other races where the fan zones will be featured are the British GP, Spanish GP, Singapore GP, United States GP and lastly, the Las Vegas GP.

One of the best parts of the event is that it’s completely FREE! Make sure you don’t miss out on this iconic event! 

What to expect:

• Appearance by James Vowles on June 11th
• FW48 livery and show car
• Exclusive merchandise
• Racing simulator
• Exclusive prizes

Fans can enter to win an exclusive opportunity to get a private meet and greet with Carlos Sainz as well as a pitlane walk and garage tour. For more information and details on how to enter, click here. 

When: Monday, June 8th to Sunday, June 14th, 2026

• Monday to Saturday (12PM - 9PM)
• Sunday (12PM - 4PM)

Where: Carrer dels boters, 4, Cuitat Vella, 08002 Barcelona

Cost: FREE

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