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F1-Themed Events in Budapest

Throughout race week, Budapest comes alive with additional F1-themed events, fan gatherings, and experiences across the city.

From viewing parties to special events and activities for fans, these are some of the best ways to enjoy the Formula 1 atmosphere away from the Hungaroring.

Pole Position Predictions

Get into the Hungarian Grand Prix spirit with Ottimo’s Pole Position Predictions. From 1 July until qualifying, guests can test their F1 knowledge by predicting the driver who will take pole position and the three drivers who will claim a place on the podium.

Will your prediction come true? Lucky winners can enjoy exclusive dining rewards, including up to 30% off. Whether you join for a relaxed lunch or an authentic Italian dinner, Ottimo combines the thrill of the race weekend with a stylish culinary experience.

 

Date:  from 1 July until qualifying

 

Venue: AL Habtoor Palace – Ottimo

LEGO® Ferrari Formula 1® Car Exhibition

Get closer to Formula 1 with a unique LEGO® Ferrari Formula 1® car exhibition in Budapest. Visitors can see a life-size Ferrari F1 model built from around 400,000 LEGO bricks, recreating the details of a real racing car.

A must-see experience for F1 fans, LEGO enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a unique photo opportunity during race week.

 

Date: 10 July – 10 August


Venue: Alza Showroom, Budapest

LEGO x W Budapest: A Unique Pit Stop Installation

W Budapest, in partnership with LEGO, presents a one-of-a-kind installation in the hotel's inner courtyard, open to all visitors. Featuring iconic race cars and helmets recreated entirely from LEGO bricks, the display transforms the space into an interactive celebration of motorsport, paying tribute to the sport's distinctive design and meticulous craftsmanship. Blending playfulness with sophistication, the experience welcomes both hotel guests and visitors to discover the excitement of race weekend from a whole new perspective.

 

Date: 13-31 July

 

Venue: W Budapest

Source: W Budapest

BWT Alpine Formula One Team Show Car & Fan Zone

Get up close to the BWT Alpine Formula One Team show car on display in front of Corvin Palace. Visitors can take photos with the car and enjoy the BWT Fan Zone, featuring interactive activities and a themed photo wall. The experience continues at Time Out Market Budapest, where guests can explore the BWT pop-up store, personalise a BWT Climate Bottle with laser engraving, sample BWT Alpine Formula One Team-inspired refreshments and enter to win exclusive prizes.

 

Date: 22-26 July

 

Venue: Time Out Market Budapest

BWT Alpine Formula One Team Meet & Greet and Party

Meet BWT Alpine Formula One Team drivers Pierre Gasly and Franco Colapinto in person during an exclusive fan event. Visitors will have the chance to see the drivers live and take photos with them.

 

Afterwards, continue the celebrations at the official BWT Alpine Formula One Team Party at Time Out Market Budapest, featuring DJs, extended opening hours and a vibrant Formula 1 atmosphere in the heart of the city.

 

Date: 23 July

 

Venue: Time Out Market Budapest

Le Petit Beefbar: Special Monaco Race Weekend Menu

During the race weekend—available exclusively from Friday through Sunday—Le Petit Beefbar is launching the Monaco Beefbar Takeover, a special Race Weekend menu that draws its culinary inspiration from the most spectacular race of the year. Highlights include Truffle Ravioli, Maison Perrin’s famous recipe, enveloped in a silky truffle cream—a dish that embodies the elegance and sophistication characteristic of Monaco. This limited-edition menu brings the flavors of the French Riviera to Andrássy Avenue, where glamour, style, and exceptional cuisine come together.

 

Date: 24-26 July

 

Venue: W Budapest

Formula 1 Live Screening

Catch all the Formula 1 action live as Time Out Market Budapest screens both the Qualifying and the Hungarian Grand Prix. Settle in with great food, refreshing drinks and an electric race-week atmosphere in the heart of Budapest.

 

Date: 24-26 July

 

Venue: Time Out Market Budapest

MOËT Lounge at Saddle & Sky Rooftop

Experience the Formula 1 weekend from a unique perspective at the MOËT Lounge at Saddle & Sky rooftop bar. Enjoy live screenings of the Qualifying session and Sunday’s race while sipping premium drinks and taking in breathtaking panoramic views of Budapest.

 

Date: 24-26 July

 

Venue: Moxy Budapest Downtown – Saddle & Sky Rooftop

PITSTOP PARTY _ Noon Radio x Leon Café x Jade Matcha

Noon Radio returns to Leon Café with a terrace event connected to the Grand Prix weekend, where music, summer drinks, and a relaxed, social atmosphere await guests. The event aims to provide the perfect warm-up before the race weekend's qualifying session.
 

Date: 25 July 10:30-14:30

 

Venue: Leon Café

GR1D CLUB™ BUDAPEST – A RACE AFTER PARTY

Celebrate the Hungarian Grand Prix in style at the GR1D CLUB™ Race After Party, returning to Budapest after another Formula 1 weekend.

Part of an exclusive international event series hosted in cities including Miami, Barcelona, Milan, Madrid, and Mexico City, the party brings the Grand Prix atmosphere to Felix Kitchen & Bar with an international DJ lineup, a vibrant crowd, and an unforgettable night.

Expect one of Budapest's most exclusive Formula 1 after-parties, where motorsport fans, celebrities, and members of the F1 paddock have gathered in previous years.

 

Date: 26 July 

Venue: Felix Kitchen & Bar

W PRESENTS: GHEIST | RACE WEEKEND AFTER PARTY AT W BUDAPEST

The Formula 1 excitement continues after the finish line as W PRESENTS returns to W Budapest for a special Race Weekend Edition.

Part of W Hotels’ global live electronic music series, the event brings together music, creativity, and culture in a unique after-dark experience.

On 26 July, Berlin electronic live act GHEIST takes over the Courtyard at W Budapest with an immersive live performance, transforming the venue into an open-air stage where sound, energy, and atmosphere come together for one unforgettable night.

 

Date: 26 July

 

Venue: W Budapest

Source: W Budapest