Ready to get in on the action during F1 week in Austin? You’re in the right place! From exclusive parties and can’t-miss events at Circuit of The Americas to downtown happenings that bring the city to life, there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate the USGP.

Here are all of the best F1 Events Happening in Austin!

The Atlassian Williams F1 Team Fan Zone

Williams Racing is once again bringing the F1 excitement off the track and into downtown Austin with the Atlassian Williams F1 Team Fan Zone. The free fan experience is a must-stop for Williams fans, featuring official team merchandise, special Austin-inspired collections and interactive experiences to get you in the race-weekend spirit. 

What: Atlassian Williams F1 Team Fan Zone  Where: 800 Congress Ave.  When: October 19 through 24 | Monday to Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. | Thursday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Fan Hub 

The Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Fan Hub is bringing an immersive, completely free F1 experience to downtown Austin, giving fans a chance to step inside the world of a Formula 1 team without needing a paddock pass. The free event will allow you to try your hand at a real F1 pit stop, test your driving skills with F1 simulators, shop official Mercedes F1 gear, score free swag and more!

What: Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Fan Hub  Where: 400 Congress Avenue  When: October 22 through 25 

Grand PrixView Thursday

New for 2026, Grand PrixView gives fans an extra day of USGP excitement. The schedule includes F1 ACADEMY track action, fan villages, a Formula 1 Pit Lane Walk, merchandise shopping and early access to COTALAND. Ticket tip: Standalone Thursday tickets start at $20, making this a potential bargain for fans looking to get in on the action at the track for a fraction of the price.

What: Grand PrixView Thursday  Where: Circuit of the Americas  When: Thursday, October 22, 20226

Pink Paddock Club X Aston Martin Aramco Formula 1 Team Event

The Pink Paddock Club is hosting a special women-focused Formula 1 event in collaboration with the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One™ Team. 50 lucky winners who sign up in advance will win VIP access. Event includes a live podcast recording with a special guest, exclusive crafting experiences with Craft and Yap, swag bags and more. Free entry for everyone from 7 to 11 p.m. but spots are limited. Sign up here.

What: Pink Paddock Club  Where: Bungalow, 83 Rainey Street  When: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 from 7 to 11 p.m.

Red Bull Austin Race Nights

Red Bull is bringing the F1 excitement off the track and into East Austin with Red Bull Austin Race Nights, a free fan experience happening October 22–25, 2026. The event gives fans a chance to get up close to the world of Oracle Red Bull Racing and Visa Cash App Racing Bulls without needing a ticket to COTA. Expect plenty of interactive fun, including a pit stop challenge, racing simulators, an F1 garage-inspired display, photo opportunities, official merchandise and potential driver appearances.  The event is open to all ages from 4 to 8 p.m., but guests must be 18 or older after 8 p.m. Check the official Red Bull event page for the latest details and driver appearance announcements.

What: Red Bull Austin Race Nights Where: Rivière Austin (Big Texas), 1501 E. 7th Street  When: October 22–25, 2026, 4–10 p.m. daily

Road to the Race

Presented by The Exotics Network in collaboration with Circuit of The Americas, Road to the Race is the event for anyone who wants to see incredible cars without heading out to the track. The fourth annual event is set to take over the Long Center with more than 100 hypercars and supercars, Formula 1 display cars, live entertainment and interactive experiences against the Austin skyline. 

Race Festival Highlights Include:

• 100+ exotic and supercars in a curated outdoor showcase.

• F1 display cars and racing simulators.

• A C-130J military flyover during the event.

• Local food and drink vendors, plus live entertainment.

• A live charity auction benefiting The Long Center and Dell Children’s Medical Center.

General admission includes access to the showcase and charity auction. A limited VIP option adds a private, climate-controlled lounge, an open bar, light bites, an elevated view of the event and front-row auction seating. Every paid general-admission ticket also includes an entry to win two three-day general-admission tickets to the 2026 USGP. The listed dress code is cocktail or upscale evening attire.

What: Road To The Race Festival  Where: The Long Center, 701 W. Riverside Dr.  When: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. Get tickets here.

Enchanté x Ford Racing

The Enchanté x Ford Racing pop-up is happening October 22 through 25 at Distribution Hall. It combines Enchanté’s fashion and lifestyle aesthetic with Ford Racing’s motorsports identity. 

What: Enchanté x Ford Racing Where: Distribution Hall, 1500 East 4th Street  When: October 22 – 25, 2026 

Duracell Power Paddock

Duracell Power Paddock is bringing the racing energy downtown with a free, F1-themed pre-race party! Presented in partnership with Amazon, the event combines live music, interactive games, racing-inspired photo ops and a special appearance by Williams Racing driver Alex Albon. It’s a chance to get into the F1 spirit before heading out to Circuit of The Americas for race weekend

What: Duracell Power Paddock Where: Brazos Hall, 204 E. 4th Street  When: October 21, 2026 | Noon to 8 p.m.

Cadillac F1 Ranch House

The Cadillac Formula 1 Team Ranch House is an official Cadillac F1 event taking over Loro Asian Smokehouse & Bar in South Austin during the 2026 United States Grand Prix weekend. It’s designed to bring together the team’s American identity, Austin’s live-music culture and the city’s food scene for a night of racing-themed festivities.

What: Cadillac Formula 1 Team Ranch House  Where: Loro Asian Smokehouse & Bar, 2115 South Lamar Boulevard  When:Friday, October 23, 2026 | 5 to 10 p.m.

Female Quotient Lounge at Austin Grand Prix

The Female Quotient Lounge at the Austin Grand Prix brings together women leaders, industry innovators and motorsports professionals for a morning of networking and thought-provoking conversations about the future of racing, marketing, technology, and leadership. Hosted by The Female Quotient in collaboration with F1 ACADEMY, you can expect discussions about how women are shaping the business of motorsports, the power of brand partnerships and the importance of collaboration in driving innovation. Check The Female Quotient’s official event page for registration and updated details.

What: Female Quotient Lounge  Where: Arriba Abajo, 506 San Jacinto Boulevard   When: Friday, October 23, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Sports Illustrated Circuit Series

Claim Your Second in Austin

Claim Your Second is a public experience that celebrates the excitement of travel the moment the journey begins, bringing together an interactive destination-inspired experience and exclusive Card Member benefits in an airport-inspired setting. Inspired by Delta’s new Second Bag Free benefit for Delta SkyMiles American Express Card Members, the limited-time pop-up will feature an AWAY carousel featuring the brand’s latest luggage and travel essentials with a Delta destination-inspired baggage claim experience. Delta SkyMiles Card Members will also have access to an exclusive café with curated food and beverage offerings.

What: Claim Your Second  Where: The Domain, 11410 Century Oaks Terrace  When: Friday, October 23, 2026, 12 to 6 p.m. | Saturday, October 24, 2026, 12 to 6 pm

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