To watch Formula 1 in luxury in 2026, book a Paddock Club or Champions Club package, fly in privately, stay in the host city, and add an Amber Lounge after-party. Hospitality is priced by demand: one hospitality seller lists Paddock Club packages from £5,950 per person for several late-2026 races, with premium tiers far higher. Here are 10 ways to do it, from the arrival to the after-party.
Formula 1 is the most expensive sport in the world, and the 2026 calendar has 23 Grands Prix, from Monaco on June 7 to the Abu Dhabi finale on December 6. A race weekend starts days before Sunday, so plan the whole itinerary.
The 10 ways at a glance
| # | Experience | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| 10 | Arrive by private jet | Quotes vary by aircraft and route |
| 9 | Explore the host city | Monaco, Singapore, Abu Dhabi and more |
| 8 | Drive a sports car | Ferrari or Mercedes-AMG |
| 7 | Wear team merchandise or a team watch | IWC team edition reported at CHF 7,700 |
| 6 | Paddock Club | From £5,950 per person (seller listing) |
| 5 | Pit lane walk | Included daily in the Paddock Club in Singapore |
| 4 | Race-weekend concerts | Included with some hospitality passes |
| 3 | Champions Club or team hospitality | Priced on enquiry |
| 2 | Amber Lounge after-party | Monaco, Singapore, Abu Dhabi |
| 1 | Drive a race car yourself | Book through a circuit or driving school |
10. Arrive with style
The most direct way to arrive is by private jet. Charter prices depend on the aircraft, the route and the date, and race weekends are among the busiest of the year, so ask for quotes early and book the return leg at the same time.
If you are weighing the cost of flying private more broadly, read why you should not buy a private jet and why private jet routes are the new Silk Road.
9. Explore the host city
Every circuit is held in a host city that wants to show itself off. The world’s richest country hosts the Monaco Grand Prix, which falls on June 7 in 2026. Give yourself a day before the first practice session to walk the harbor, the Casino de Monte-Carlo and the circuit streets.
Singapore (October 11) and Abu Dhabi (December 6) host sponsor events and national celebrations around their races, which are worth planning around.
8. Drive a sports car
You cannot drive an F1 car on the road, so a sports car is the closest you will get. Ferrari and Mercedes are the natural pick for fans, since both run factory teams. Lewis Hamilton now drives for Ferrari alongside Charles Leclerc, and Cadillac joined the grid in 2026 as the eleventh team.
If you do not want to drive in race-weekend traffic, hire a driver.
7. Wear team merchandise or a team watch
Formula 1 produces some of the most luxurious branded goods in sport. IWC has a long partnership with the Mercedes team, and its 2026 team edition, the Pilot’s Watch Chronograph 41 in titanium with a purple dial, was reported at CHF 7,700. It is a Pilot’s Watch, not a Portugieser. Read about the most famous luxury watch endorsements.
If a watch is out of budget, official team caps and shirts do the same job.
6. Join the Formula One Paddock Club
The Paddock Club is the top official hospitality product. Its price is dynamic and set race by race. One hospitality seller lists packages from £5,950 per person plus a 2% booking fee, with a House 44 tier from £12,950 and a Gordon Ramsay at F1 Garage package from £24,995. Monaco and Abu Dhabi are typically priced at a premium.
At Singapore, a Paddock Club day includes a suite with a dedicated ambassador, access to the Paddock Club atrium with celebrity chef restaurants, free-flow Champagne, wine, spirits and beer, a dedicated grandstand facing the pit exit, and a rooftop viewing terrace.
5. Get up close with the pit lane
The pit lane is where the race is won and lost. The Paddock Club includes a Pit Lane Walk daily, which gives a close-up view of the cars, garages and crews. Ask your seller for the walk time before you book.
4. Attend the concerts
Several races pair the racing with live music. At Singapore, a Paddock Club day includes access to all Circuit Park zones and the concerts on the Padang Stage. Check each race’s lineup, because some concerts are sold with the ticket and others separately.
3. Choose Champions Club or team hospitality
The official F1 Experiences program offers a Champions Club with premium hospitality and insider access, plus invitation-only F1 Experiences Live to open the weekend. It also sells Team Paddock Club packages with insider access to a constructor: Alpine, Haas, Red Bull, Audi Revolut and Cadillac are listed for 2026. These replace the old Legends Club in our list. Prices are on enquiry.
The remaining 2026 events listed are Mexico City, São Paulo, Las Vegas, Doha and Abu Dhabi, with Austin already sold out.
2. Attend the after-party
The Amber Lounge is the best-known after-party brand on the calendar, and lists events in Monaco, Singapore and Abu Dhabi. Its format is headline DJs, free-flow premium drinks, curated dining and a selective guest list. Tables and suites go through a concierge, and prices are not published.
1. Drive the race car yourself
Once the weekend ends, the best finish is a driving experience on a real circuit. Providers vary widely in price and in what car you actually get, so confirm the car, number of laps and instruction before you book. A good program starts with a briefing and fitting, then a road car to build up confidence before the single-seater.
Keep reading
- Why Formula 1 is the world’s most expensive sport: the money behind the weekend you are visiting
- 15 reasons you should not buy a private jet: the cost side of arriving in style
FAQ
How much does the F1 Paddock Club cost in 2026?
Official hospitality is priced dynamically by race. One hospitality seller lists Paddock Club packages from £5,950 per person plus a 2% booking fee for several late-2026 races, and says Monaco and Abu Dhabi cost more.
What is included in the Paddock Club?
At Singapore it includes a suite with a dedicated ambassador, a daily pit lane walk, celebrity chef dining, free-flow drinks, a grandstand facing the pit exit and concert access for the day.
How many Grands Prix are in 2026?
The 2026 calendar has 23 Grands Prix. Monaco is on June 7, Singapore on October 11, and Abu Dhabi closes the season on December 6.
Which team does Lewis Hamilton drive for?
Lewis Hamilton drives for Ferrari alongside Charles Leclerc in 2026. Cadillac joined the grid as the eleventh team.
What is the Amber Lounge?
The Amber Lounge is an after-party and hospitality brand with events at the Monaco, Singapore and Abu Dhabi Grands Prix. Prices are not published, and tables go through a concierge.
Is there an F1 team watch in 2026?
Yes. IWC released a Pilot’s Watch Chronograph 41 Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team edition for 2026 in titanium with a purple dial, reported at CHF 7,700.
How we put this list together
We checked the 2026 calendar and team lineup, official hospitality pages, and one hospitality seller’s current price listing. Where official prices are not published, we say so and avoid guessing figures.
Last updated: October 2026.
