F1 Arcade Is Kicking Off the 2026 Season With the Official Australian Grand Prix Watch Party and Open Sim Racing
F1 Arcade Is Kicking Off the 2026 Season With the Official Australian Grand Prix Watch Party and Open Sim Racing
F1 Arcade Philadelphia will be hosting the Official F1® Melbourne Watch Party, kicking off the 2026 season with a late-night celebration of speed, competition, and racing excitement.
The event will take place with doors opening at 10 p.m., leading up to the live race broadcast at 11 p.m. Fans can also jump behind the wheel themselves with open simulator racing available from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Designed for both hardcore racing enthusiasts and casual fans, the watch party will transform the venue into a lively Formula 1 hub featuring large screens streaming the race live, DJs spinning music before the lights go out, and plenty of drinks and food to fuel the night.
Guests will also have the chance to compete on the venue’s high-tech F1 racing simulators, offering a chance to test their skills on a virtual track before and during the race.
Ticket Options
Grandstand Ticket (VIP Experience)
For fans looking to elevate their race night, the Grandstand ticket includes:
- Reserved seating in the exclusive Grandstand viewing area
- Tokens for beer, wine, and sparkling drinks
- Unlimited appetizers and sharing plates from select menu items
- Live entertainment leading up to the race
- Open simulator racing access before and during the event
General Admission Ticket
General admission guests will also be able to enjoy the watch party atmosphere with:
- Live entertainment before the race
- Access to the racing simulators
- Viewing areas throughout the venue
- First-come, first-served seating
Guests are encouraged to be mindful of other racers when using the simulators so everyone has a chance to compete.
The Melbourne Grand Prix traditionally kicks off the Formula 1 season, and this watch party offers a high-energy way to celebrate the start of another year of racing.
Between the big-screen broadcast, interactive simulators, live DJs, and race-night atmosphere, the event promises to deliver an immersive Formula 1 experience for Philly fans.
