The Best Fan Zones and Events at the Australian GP

Formula 1 is FINALLY back with the Australian Grand Prix kicking off the start of the 2026 season! This year, the Grand Prix will run from Thursday March 5th to Sunday March 7th.

Known as one of the most popular races for the fans, the Australian Grand Prix has a variety of things to do when there are no cars on track. Like many other tracks, the AusGP will have their own entertainment schedule featuring a variety of activities for fans to enjoy.

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F1 Fan Zone

The F1 Fan Zone is the main hub where fans can go to locate food and beverage options. This is also where race goers can expect to find different merchandise options available for purchase. Lastly, the F1 Fan Zone will be the one that hosts different car displays as well as certain brand activations for fans to immerse themselves in the atmosphere of the race weekend.

What to expect:

• Virtual Driver Selfies
• F1 Show Car
• F1 Blast Lane
• Q&A Session with drivers (more details coming)
• Food and Beverage options

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Entertainment

The Lakeside Festival serves as the central hub for the music and entertainment for the weekend. With the Australian Grand Prix being the first race of the F1 season, the musical lineup is meant to start the 2026 year off strong! There are three confirmed headlines for the race weekend.

Friday

• Basement Jaxx
• Jameela

Saturday

• Rita Ora
• Rogue Traders

Sunday

• Duke Dumont
• Shouse

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Looking for more on the Australian Grand Prix?

If you're attending the Australian GP now or in the future, we highly recommend starting with our "Know Before You Go" discussion for all the insider tips and tricks you need to maximize your experience.

Looking for tickets to the Australian Grand Prix? Head over to our Tickets & Guides page and get yours before they sell out!