Miami is the place to be as F1 heads to the beachside city in Florida for the fourth 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 2025 Miami Grand Prix weekend.
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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 fourth running of the Miami Grand Prix on May 2-4. 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. Yet to secure tickets for the race itself? A limited number remain available via our trusted ticket partner Grand Prix Tickets.
The on-track action gets underway on Friday, with the only hour of Formula 1 Free Practice before qualifying takes place for the Sprint, which makes its second appearance in Miami this year. The Sprint race and Grand Prix qualifying follows on Saturday, before the main event – the 2025 Miami Grand Prix – on Sunday.
But there’s much more to enjoy than just the on-track action in Miami. In its fourth 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.
Learn More: Everything You Need to Know About Attending the 2025 Miami Grand Prix
Williams F1 Team Pop-Up Experience
The Williams F1 team’s popular fan experience will take place once again ahead of the 2025 Miami Grand Prix, from Monday April 28 to race day, Sunday May 4. This year, the event will take place at 430 Lincoln Road, South Beach. Alex Albon will be making an appearance at the event, along with Team Principal James Vowels (exact timings for appearances are yet to be announced) to partake in a Q&A session.
Williams’ FW47 show car will be on display, you’ll be able to test your driving skills on the team’s Esports rigs and you can get your hands on the team’s exclusive Miami Grand Prix merchandise. The pop up will be open from 11:00-19:00 daily from Monday April 28. It closes at 14:00 on Sunday May 4.
Bonhams Miami Car Auction
Bonhams are hosting a special auction over the 2025 Miami Grand Prix, headlined by the asle of Jenson Button’s 2009 title-winning Brawn GP car, which is expected to sell for around $6.5 million USD. There are 53 lots in the auction in total, including race warn overalls of five World Champions, racing helmets of many current drivers, other classic cars and many more unique pieces of memorabilia.
If you have a Miami Grand Prix ticket, you can view the lots from 11:30-19:30 on Friday May 2, and from 10:00-19:00 on Saturday May 3. The auction itself will take place on the podium on Saturday May 3 at 20:00.
Pitbull & Kygo Headline Official Miami Grand Prix Concerts
In 2025, Pitbull and Kygo will be the headline acts at Hard Rock Live, which takes place at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Fla., around 16km north of the circuit. Tickets for both concerts at Hard Rock Live are available via Ticketmaster. Pitbull kicks off proceedings on Thursday May 1 at 20:00 and will also perform trackside at Hard Rock Beach Club on race day. Kygo performs twice as the Miami Grand Prix weekend gets underway on Friday May 2, starting with a trackside set at Hard Rock Beach Club and following up with a headline performance at Hard Rock Live on Friday May 2.
Also performing at Hard Rock Beach Club over the 2025 Miami Grand Prix weekend are Cedric Gervais, Kaskae, Sofi Tukker, Tiesto and Justin Quiles. Official concerts at the Miami Grand Prix have previously been headlined by the Jonas Brothers, Don Omar and Ed Sheeran.
F1 Academy Documentary Premiere
On the eve of the 2025 Miami Grand Prix, The Fillmore in Miami Beach will host an exclusive premiere screening of the new F1 Academy docuseries. Featuring a panel discussion with executives from F1 Academy and production company Hello Sunshine, plus a live performance by Young Miko, this is an opportunity to see the first episode of the new series before anyone else. Tickets are available for American Express card members for $25 via Ticketmaster. The event takes place on Thursday May 1.
World famous acts at E11EVEN
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 2025 Miami Grand Prix week, with a stellar line-up of talent each evening.
Diplo kicks things off on Thursday May 1, Nelly will be performing after Sprint qualifying on May 2, 50 Cent headlines Saturday May 3 and Afrojack will be playing on race day for the second year in a row. 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.
Racing Fan Fest in Wynwood
Having attracted over 80,000 visitors in previous years, the Racing Fan Fest returns for the 2025 Miami Grand Prix. Wynwood Marketplace will once again be taken over by a four-day festival for racing enthusiasts, running from May 1-4.
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. Red Bull will also have a fan zone here, which will feature a pit stop challenge, plus models of both the Red Bull and Racing Bulls F1 cars. Entry to the festival is free – but you need to reserve a ticket.
Racing Fan Fest Opening Hours:
- Thursday, May 1: 16:00-00:00
- Friday, May 2: 16:00-03:00
- Saturday, May 3: 12:00-03:00
- Sunday, May 4: 12:00-21:00
DART Car Debut
Driven Artists Racing Team (DART Car) – a female-led motorsports team – will debut during race week in Miami. A one-of-a-kind McLaren Artura GT4, wrapped in artwork by acclaimed artist Mickalene Thomas, will be on display at The Moore on May 2 and in Paradise Plaza from May 3-4 to celebrate the occasion. DART Car aims to elevate women’s achievements in the traditionally male-dominated arenas of racing and fine art. Exclusive art pieces will be available for purchase at the event.
Miami Race Nights
Miami Race Nights is set to return for the 2025 Miami Grand Prix weekend. Last year, the event entered a new partnership with Seminole Hard Rock and Casino, which organisers said would “catapult the experience to new heights”.
The event will take place at the same location this year, with over 6,000 attendees set to take over the DARE nightclub. Performers for 2025 are yet to be announced. Previous headliners at the event have included Meduza, David Guetta and Calvin Harris. You can register your interest on the Miami Race Nights website.
Nightclub Appearances & DJ Sets
DAER Dayclub and Nightclub will host three days of poolside performances and indoor DJ sets on May 2-4. Kaskade is the only act announced so far, with more set to be revealed in the coming days. Steve Aoki headlined last year, while 2023’s line-up included Deadmau5 and Cedric Gervais. An all access pass for the three days is available from $200. Tickets will also be available on the day.
Carbone Beach
Carbone Beach returns for the 2025 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 last year 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 2-4, 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 2025 Miami Grand Prix isn’t the only sporting action taking place in Miami on race weekend! A few hours after qualifying ends on Saturday May 3, Inter Miami, captained by Lionel Messi, play New York Red Bulls at Chase Stadium, Fort Lauderdale, at 19:30. A limited number of tickets are still available. The Miami Marlins baseballs team also play a home game at LoanDepot Park against the Athletics across race weekend. Secure tickets here, with prices starting at $10.
Where to Eat During Miami Race Week 2025
With Cinco de Mayo taking place the day after the 2025 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! Here are some restaurants to visit during your trip to Miami:
- Treat yourself to roast chicken, steak frites and croque madame at Thomas Keller’s award-winning French bistro, Bouchon. The restaurant is complete with a signature raw bar and an extensive French and domestic wine list.
- Giselle Miami will have an exclusive Formula 1-inspired menu from Friday May 2 to Sunday May 4, featuring innovative dishes like F1 Flaming Surf & Turf and expertly crafted cocktails like Pole Position and Grand Prix. Reserve a table here.
- American Social Bar and Kitchen also has a number of special F1-inspired cocktails on offer, including the Hot Lap margarita, Checkered Past and Mr Miami Hai.
- Enjoy exquisite French cuisine at L’Atelier de Jöel Robuchon in the Miami Design District. Miami’s only two-star Michelin restaurant will be serving up dishes by proteges of the late Chef Joël Robuchon throughout race week.
- Casadonna is offering a Race Day Brunch Buffer on Sunday May 4 from 11:00 to 15:00, priced at $98 per person. Featuring a gourmet buffet, raw bar, gelato cart, beverage experience plus live music.
In Miami on race weekend but not got a ticket to the race? Tala Beach has you covered, with a Grand Prix watch-party taking place from 15:00 on Sunday May 4. Expect handcrafted cocktails, live grill stations, DJ sets and a friendly atmosphere. 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!
