Start your engines. Back for a second lap, the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix returns to Miami International Autodrome at Hard Rock Stadium for three days of practices and races from May 5-7. Nearly 250,000 fans flocked to last years inaugural Miami edition, brilliantly captured for Netflixs fifth season of Formula 1: Drive to Survive. Living up to the increased hype and ever-growing American fan base, the brand has beefed up its venue, experiences and luxury add-ons. Like the annual Art Basel Miami Beach, satellite events of all kinds are happening throughout the city. Heres our guide for F1 Miami trackside news and beyond.
Autodrome Amenities
Fans can expect more elevated amenities from the new trilevel Paddock Club with premium suites to Team Villages relocation on the pitch for better engagement. Major Food Group, Groot Hospitality and Michelle Bernstein are catering the Palm Club, 72 Club and Yacht Club/MIA Marina, respectively, and Casa Tua Trackside Club also returns. Pubbelly Sushi and Harrys Pizzeria are among 70 dining outlets. formula1.com
Once Upon a Kitchen
Foodies are flying in for GR8 Groups Once Upon a Kitchen (The Deck at Island Gardens, May 5). Six courses feature signature dishes like pasta pesto in abstract and tagliatelle al wagyu ragu by chefs Massimo Bottura (Osteria Francescana), Juan Manuel Barrientos (Elcielo) and Bernardo Paladini (Torno Subito). Mixologist Alex Ott and DJ producer Benny Benassi are also behind the extraordinary evening. thegr8experience.com
Miami Design District Moments
Mercedes-AMG Petronas team sponsor IWC Schaffhausen hosts a basketball challenge for charity (Jungle Plaza, May 3-5). Off-White exclusively previews its Nike Air Force 1 mid graffiti sneaker collaboration with music and refreshments (Off-White, May 4). Christian Louboutins F1 Loubibar pops up (The Paseo, May 6). Channel Chrome Hearts fan Lewis Hamilton with exclusive, race-inspired sunglasses in shield and goggle styles. iwc.com | off---white.com | christianlouboutin.com | chromehearts.com
EV-Premieres
Invitations are required for the world premiere of Laffite Automobilis road-legal, e-hypercars, including the Hyper Sport Prototype LM1, Hyper SUVs Atrax Stradale and Atrax Off Road, and Hyper GT Barchetta FG1 and FG2 (Soho Studios, May 3), followed by a VIP dinner at Villa Azur; and Hummer Houses 2024 GMC Hummer EV Edition 1 SUVs reveal (Miami Design District, May 6). laffite.com | gmc.com
HeliFlite
Private helicopter operator HeliFlite added the 1999 Sikorsky S-76 N45VB and 2006 Sikorsky S-76 N821SS with dual-engine systems, two pilots each and eight-passenger seating to its fleet. They join its Bell 429, Airbus H145 and Leonardo AW139, a charter exclusive for the East Coast, to destinations including Palm Beach International Airport, Miami-Opa locka Executive Airport and Miami Seaplane Base on Watson Island. heliflite.com
McLaren Race House
Hosted by McLaren Automotive CEO Michael Leiters and F1 legend Bruno Senna, the McLaren Race House stands out among VIP experiences. Star drivers Lando Norris and Mika Hkkinen will also pop by the multi-level, trackside hub with views of 19 corners and three DRS activation zones. More perks are gourmet dining, prime parking and a peek at the 2023 McLaren 720S GT3 EVO. mclaren.com
Carbone Beach
Considering that Nas, Andrea Bocelli and Wyclef Jean were among performers at last years Carbone Beach presented by American Express and hosted by Mario Carbone, Major Food Group patrons cant wait for the next pop up from May 4-7. Expect blinding star wattage seated for dinner, too, which is limited to 400 reservations per night. Book the hot table via Resy. carbonebeach.com
Killer Concerts
Heavy hitters will perform at BleauLive series Miami Race Nights, made all the more glamorous poolside (The Fontainebleau, May 5-7). Hard Rock Live booked Wisin Y Yandel (May 4) and the Jonas Brothers (May 5). Reserve a table at LIV for Zedd (May 5) and Tisto hosted by Maluma (May 6). Rick Ross and Deadmau5 are among E11evens race weekend lineup. fontainebleau.com | seminolehardrockhollywood.com | livnightclub.com| 11miami.com
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