Traveling to the iconic Circuit Zandvoort for the 2026 Dutch Grand Prix? Make sure you don't miss out on these events, activities and fan zones happening all throughout the weekend!
It is round 12 of the 2026 Formula 1 season and we are FINALLY back from the summer break!
The race weekend will run from Thursday August 20th, 2026 to Sunday August 23th, 2026.
Circuit Zandvoort, located just outside of Amsterdam, is one of the most unique and historic tracks on the calendar. Famous for its tight layout and steep banked turns, it is renowned for its sea of orange-clad fans, festival atmosphere, and beachside setting. The Dutch Grand Prix serves as the inaugural race back from the F1 summer break, making it the ultimate event to launch the second half of the Formula 1 season.
On Track
F1 Fan Zone
Located directly behind the final banked corner near Gate 2 which is the primary entry point for fans arriving via the Zandvoort train station, the main F1 Fan Zone serves as the central hub for spectators all weekend.
What to expect:
- Live festival music and DJ performances
- F1 Esports interactive simulator
- Official F1 and team merchandise pop-up stores
- F1 Show Cars
- Pit Stop Challenge
- Podium trophy photo opportunities
- Food & beverage options
The Arena Fan Zone
Located around the stadium-style Arena section, this dedicated fan zone caters to spectators seated in the main Hairpin and Arena grandstands. This is the primary spot to catch your favorite drivers and team principals during their live stage appearances.
What to expect:
- Q&A sessions with drivers and team bosses on stage
- High-speed simulator stations
- Pit Stop Challenge installations
- Podium photo ops
- Team merchandise shops
- Food & beverage villages
- Giant screen broadcasts for track action
Concerts and Entertainment
The Grand Prix weekend will blend motorsport with an all-star lineup of fan favorite pop artists, live bands, and famous DJs. Performances run across all three days on multiple stages, escalating from Super Friday's festival kickoff to Sunday's grand finale following the main race. Every race ticket doubles as a festival pass, giving fans full access to every live concert and DJ set trackside.
Super Friday
- Afrojack
- Flemming
- Kraantje Pappie
- Snelle
- Snollebollekes
Saturday
- La Fuente
- De Jeugd van Tegenwoordig
- Yves Berendse & Band
- Acda & Dr Munnik
Sunday
- Martin Garrix
- Davina Michelle
- Dirty Daddies
The concerts will be held at the Main Stage in the F1 Fan Zone. The smaller performances will be set on the Arena Stage located in Sector 3. Admission to all trackside concerts and music performances is included with the purchase of any 2026 Dutch Grand Prix general admission, grandstand or hospitality ticket for that corresponding day.
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