From 19-21 September, Formula 1 returns to Baku with a packed weekend of racing, joined by Formula 2 on the support card. Qualifying runs on Saturday before the Grand Prix takes centre stage on Sunday.
Away from the track, the Fanzone will be abuzz with simulators, pit stop challenges, driver appearances, live shows and more. The nights light up at Crystal Hall, with Anyma on Friday and Glass Animals and Martin Garrix performing on Saturday.
Food and drink flow throughout the circuit, from quick bites in the Fanzone to curated dining in premium hospitality, ensuring fans can savour Baku alongside the racing.
Racing schedule
Friday 19 September
10:00-10:45 Formula 2: Practice
13:30-14:30 Formula 1: Free Practice 1
14:00-14:30 Formula 2: Qualifying
16:00-17:00 Formula 1: Free Practice 2
Saturday 20 September
12:30-13:30 Formula 1: Free Practice 3
14:15-15:05 Formula 2: Sprint Race
16:00-17:00 Formula 1: Qualifying
Sunday 21 September
11:00-12:05 Formula 2: Feature Race
14:44-14:46 National Anthem
15:00-17:00 Formula 1: Azerbaijan Grand Prix
Live entertainment
Across the weekend the energy goes beyond the track, with international DJs, live bands, and exclusive driver appearances lighting up the Fanzone. The entertainment kicks off on Friday, when the stage and activations open free to the public ahead of race day.
Fans can expect a mix of global names and local talent, from high-energy sets by DJ Tim, DJ AX and DJ Vugarixx to live performances from bands like Excellent Band and Mardan Band. Add in appearances from all 10 F1 teams across the stage, and the Fanzone becomes the heartbeat of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix experience.
Friday 19 September
10:30-11:15 DJ Tim (electronic/club)
10:45-10:55 Driver Appearance – Racing Bulls
10:55-11:05 Driver Appearance – McLaren
11:05-11:15 Driver Appearance – Williams
11:15-11:25 Driver Appearance – Kick Sauber & Aston Martin
11:20-11:25 Odlar Yurdu (traditional Azerbaijani)
11:25-12:00 DJ Pancho (deep house)
15:00-15:30 Excellent Band (pop-rock covers)
15:30-15:55 Jabbawockeez / DJ Tim (dance crew / electronic)
17:05-17:35 Mardan Band (folk-fusion/jazz)
18:45-19:15 Excellent Band (pop-rock covers)
19:15-20:15 DJ Stasy (house/EDM)
20:15-21:00 DJ AX (house)
Saturday 20 September
10:00-11:20 DJ Tim (electronic/club)
10:25-10:35 Driver Appearance – Red Bull
10:35-10:45 Driver Appearance – Haas
10:45-10:55 Driver Appearance – Alpine
10:55-11:05 Driver Appearance – Mercedes
11:05-11:15 Driver Appearance – Ferrari
11:45-12:30 DJ Nicolas Mun (tech house)
13:35-14:05 Excellent Band (pop-rock covers)
15:05-15:30 DJ Tim (electronic/club)
15:30-16:00 DJ Vugarixx (electro/EDM)
17:05-17:35 Mardan Band (folk-fusion/jazz)
17:45-17:50 Jabbawockeez (dance crew)
18:25-18:55 Excellent Band (pop-rock covers)
19:30-20:30 DJ Pancho (house)
20:30-22:00 DJ AX (house)
Sunday 21 September
13:35-13:40 Odlar Yurdu (traditional Azerbaijani)
13:40-14:30 DJ Stasy (house/EDM)
17:05-17:35 Excellent Band (pop-rock covers)
18:15-18:45 Mardan Band (folk-fusion/jazz)
18:45-18:50 Amarok (folk-rock)
18:50-19:30 Jabbawockeez / DJ Tim (dance crew / electronic)
20:00-20:40 DJ Nicolas Mun (tech house)
20:40-22:00 DJ Vugarixx (electro/EDM)
Food & drinks
From quick bites to sit-down meals, the Baku Fanzone serves up plenty of options to keep you fuelled across the weekend. Grab regional specialties alongside international favourites like pizza, hotdogs, ice cream, and vegan dishes, or cool off with soft drinks and treats between sessions.
Bars dotted throughout the Fanzone offer alcoholic beverages, while nearby restaurants showcase the best of Azerbaijani cuisine for those looking for a taste of local flavour. Most outlets accept both cash and card, making it easy to eat and drink your way through race weekend.