The Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix 2026 returns and the action is happening beyond the tracks too, with family-friendly race-themed events and activities for families!
With the Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix 2026 returning to the Marina Bay Street Circuit from 9 to 11 October 2026, the Grand Prix™ Season Singapore (GPSS) brings race-themed excitement across the island.
You don't need main race tickets to soak in the high-octane atmosphere. From interactive simulator games to legendary car displays, here are the best family-friendly F1-themed activities and events to check out with your kids.
1. F1 Thursday Pit Lane Experience
Venue: Marina Bay Street Circuit
Date & Time: 8 October 2026, 7:30 PM
Admission: FREE (Pre-registration ballot required)
The ultimate behind-the-scenes experience for motorsport fans, the F1 Thursday Pit Lane Experience gives successful applicants a chance to walk down the pit lane and see the Formula 1 cars up close inside the team garages the day before track action begins. This year's event also grants access to the Zone 1 F1 Village, featuring interactive game stalls and family activities.
Up to 4,500 tickets are available via a ballot open exclusively to Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents. Successful ballot applicants receive two tickets each, with no race ticket required.
BYKidO Tip: The ballot is open until 18 September 2026 (11:59 PM). If you have young racing enthusiasts at home, submit your entry online early as space is strictly limited.
2. Formula 1® Exhibition: Legendary Race Cars
Venue: Gardens by the Bay
Dates & Time: Now till 18 October 2026 | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM daily (Extended opening till 7:00 PM from 5 October)
Admission:
- Standard: From $49 (Adult) | $29 (Child)
- Singapore Residents: 20% OFF standard rates
- Children aged 4 and under enter FREE
Making its debut in Singapore, the official Formula 1® Exhibition features historic race cars, iconic driver suits, and gear spanning 75 years of motorsport history.
Children can view legendary vehicles up close—including the Red Bull RB7 and BAR Honda 005—and explore immersive multimedia galleries that break down the technology and story behind the sport. The showcase also features racing simulators where older kids and parents can test their lap times.
3. WEAVE: F1 Gaming Zone & Race Simulator
Venue: WEAVE, Resorts World Sentosa
Dates & Hours: 11 September – 11 October 2026 | 10 AM - 10 PM
Admission: FREE entry (Activity charges may apply)
If your kids enjoy virtual racing, head over to WEAVE for a hands-on gaming experience. The Lenovo Gaming Zone on Level 1 features force-feedback racing simulators configured to recreate the feel of driving an F1 car, along with stations running EA Sports F1®25.
Families can snap podium photos at the interactive photo backdrop too!
4. #RevUpSG F1 Heartland Watch Parties & Interactive Stalls
Venue & Dates:
- Bedok Town Square (22 – 23 August 2026)
- HDB Hub Toa Payoh (12 – 13 September 2026)
- Kampung Admiralty (25 – 26 September 2026)
Admission: FREE
Organised by Singapore GP, the #RevUpSG heartland pop-ups bring the Grand Prix atmosphere into public neighborhood hubs.
In addition to live race broadcasts of preceding Grands Prix, these weekend roadshows feature hands-on stations for kids, including reaction-time test games, race simulators, and a simulated sports commentator booth where children can try calling a race.
5. LEGO® Experience the Thrill
Venue: Suntec City (Atrium)
Dates: 1 – 18 October 2026
Admission: FREE
If your kids love building blocks, head to Suntec City where families can participate in hands-on building challenges, complete interactive speed-themed tasks, and redeem exclusive LEGO® rewards.
6. INNERDRIVE®: The Performance Circuit
Venue & Dates:
- Plaza Singapura, Level 1 Outdoor Plaza (28 September – 11 October 2026)
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Funan, Basement 2 Atrium (2 – 11 October 2026)
Admission: FREE
Designed for all ages, INNERDRIVE®: The Performance Circuit blends sports, interactive storytelling, and gamification to showcase what drives athletes under pressure.
Families can explore interactive exhibits detailing athletic training techniques before taking part in a 6-sector performance challenge. Kids can also collect physical passport stamps across both locations as part of a digital race-week city quest.
7. Orchard Paddock 2026: Open-Air Supper & Car-Themed Fun
Venue: Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza, 391A Orchard Road, Singapore 238873
Dates & Hours: 8 – 10 October 2026 | Evening till late
Admission: FREE entry (Food & activity charges apply)
Located along Orchard Road, Orchard Paddock transforms Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza into an open-air night playground during the main race weekend.
Families can grab a bite at the outdoor Refuel Station supper spot while enjoying local live music, car-themed interactive games, and open-air movie screenings.
BYKidO Tip: Operating after dark, this pop-up offers a fun evening outing for families with older children and teens who want to soak in the bustling Orchard Road race weekend atmosphere without heading into the track circuit itself.
8. adidas Motorsport Pop-Ups: Showcars & Simulators
Venue & Dates:
- Raffles City (Level 1 Art Square & Stamford Square): adidas x Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team Pop-Up (27 September – 12 October 2026)
- Funan (Level 1 Atrium): adidas x Audi Revolut F1® Team Pop-Up (29 September – 11 October 2026)
Admission: FREE
Sports-loving families can explore two dedicated motorsport pop-up experiences located across Raffles City and Funan.
At Raffles City, visitors can view the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team showcar, test their driving skills on adrenaline-fuelled simulators, and browse exclusive race-edition apparel collections. Over at Funan, families can get an up-close look at the Audi R26 F1 show car (featuring a special Singapore edition livery from 8 October) and test their reflexes in immersive racing challenges.
9. Breitling F1 Experience Pop-Up & Official Merchandise Booth
Venue: Raffles City (Outside Breitling Boutique #01-35 & External Quartzite Area)
Dates:
- Breitling Pop-Up: 3 – 12 October 2026
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Official F1 Merchandise Booth: 29 September – 12 October 2026
Admission: FREE
Stop by Raffles City to experience racing simulators and test your split-second reactions at Breitling's reflex challenge booth. Take the wheel in the racing simulator, where precision, control and split-second decision-making are put to the test.
While at the mall, parents and kids can also visit the official F1 Merchandise Booth at the External Quartzite area to check out gear, caps, and collectibles from teams including Red Bull Racing, Ferrari, and Mercedes-AMG.
10. Paws, Play, Pitstop at Wildseed Café
Venue: Wildseed Café (The Summerhouse / Seletar & Alkaff Mansion locations)
Dates: 2 – 11 October 2026
Admission: Free entry (Dining charges apply)
If you are looking for a relaxed weekend meal away from the city center, Wildseed Café is hosting a pet- and family-friendly pit stop experience throughout the Grand Prix season.
Featuring race-themed food and beverage options, open lawn spaces for pet play, and child-friendly outdoor seating, it offers a laid-back alternative for families wanting to celebrate the season with their furkids and young children.
