Fan Festival
The F1® Fan Festival returns in 2026, bringing the thrill of the FORMULA 1 QATAR AIRWAYS AUSTRALIAN GRAND PRIX 2026 beyond the circuit gates and into Melbourne’s bustling CBD.
March 6 – 8, 2026
The F1® Fan Festival returns in 2026, bringing the thrill of the FORMULA 1 QATAR AIRWAYS AUSTRALIAN GRAND PRIX 2026 beyond the circuit gates and into Melbourne’s bustling CBD.
Fed Square will become a vibrant motorsport precinct for three days of adrenaline. If you missed out on tickets to Albert Park, this is your destination to soak up the atmosphere with thousands of fellow fans.
EXPERIENCE THE GRAND PRIX WITHOUT A TICKET
Live Site Broadcast
Watch F1®, F2™, F3™, and Supercars action unfold on the massive superscreen, courtesy of Foxtel. Don't miss a second of the race.
2026 Regulation Car
Get up close to the future of motorsport. For the first time, see the new F1® 2026 regulation show car in person.
NOVA RACING SIMULATORS
Test your skills on Nova F1® racing simulators—put you in the driver’s seat with realistic controls, immersive visuals, and true-to-life race dynamics.
Exclusive Access
Live crosses to Albert Park, the Melbourne Walk, and driver interviews on the Fan Forum Stage you won't see on TV.
Photo Moments
Step onto the top step of the podium or snap a selfie with your favourite driver at the virtual F1® Driver Selfie activation.
Fuel Up
A wide range of food and beverage options available to keep you fueled while you watch the action from the stage.
Free Practice
Free Practice
Melbourne Walk
F1® Fan Forum
Practice 1
Qualifying
F1® Fan Forum
Qualifying
Luke Browning - Williams
Practice 2
Race 2 (19 Laps)
Music - DJ
Qualifying 3 (Race 3)
Qualifying 4 (Race 4)
Melbourne Walk
F1® Fan Forum
Sprint Race (20 Laps)
Practice 3
Sprint Race (23 Laps)
Qualifying
Race 3 (19 Laps)
Music - DJ
Feature Race (23 Laps)
Race 4 (14 Laps)
Feature Race (33 Laps)
Drivers' Parade
Race (58 Laps)
Music - DJ
Formula 1® Race
The schedule is subject to change. Check back regularly for any updates.
F1 Melbourne Fan Festival Event Supporter
In association of the City of Melbourne Event Partnership Program
Message from the Lord Mayor of Melbourne
"Melbourne, it’s time to start your engines."
As Lord Mayor, I’m thrilled to welcome you to the F1 Melbourne Fan Festival – a high-octane celebration for die-hard Formula 1® fans and curious newcomers alike.
Join us at Fed Square to grab some merch, catch some appearances and see all the action on the big screen as our city gears up for an unforgettable mix of speed, sound and adrenaline.
This year, we accelerate the excitement with the debut of the Cadillac team, the first new team in a decade. It’s a moment big enough to land Melbourne on The New York Times list of top travel destinations for the year.
We're so proud to be Australia’s home of Formula 1® and to support the F1 Melbourne Fan Festival. It perfectly captures the City of Melbourne's energy and reputation for hosting world-class events.
I can’t wait to see you there for a pit-stop you won't want to miss.
Nicholas Reece
Lord Mayor
Federation Square
Corner Swanston St & Flinders St
Melbourne VIC 3000
The Australian Grand Prix Corporation acknowledges the Bunurong People, the Traditional Custodians of the land and waterways on which we meet and race. We pay our respects to Elders, past and present.
We respect and welcome people of all backgrounds, genders, sexualities, abilities and cultures.