Grand Prix Season Singapore 2026 runs from 2 to 11 October, with pop-ups, gigs, gaming and dining events across Orchard, Marina Bay, Clarke Quay and Guoco Midtown, all built around the Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix on 9 to 11 October. The Singapore Tourism Board (STB), the national tourism agency, announced the programme on 2 September; entry terms for each event were not detailed in its release.

TL;DR

  • The 17th Grand Prix Season Singapore runs 2 to 11 October 2026, while the race weekend at Marina Bay Street Circuit is 9 to 11 October.
  • - Headline events include Orchard Paddock (8 to 10 October, Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza), Gran Turismo World Series Round 3 at Marina Bay Sands (3 October) and Porsche Raceborn Fest at Guoco Midtown (9 to 11 October).
  • - Not confirmed: ticket prices, entry rules, and which Scuderia Ferrari driver will appear at Clarke Quay.

What is Grand Prix Season Singapore?

It is the fringe programme that surrounds the Singapore Grand Prix. STB, the statutory board that promotes Singapore as a destination, says this is the 17th edition and that it extends the race experience beyond the circuit into malls, plazas and waterfront venues.

What is happening at Orchard Paddock?

Orchard Paddock 2026 debuts at Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza from 8 to 10 October. STB lists late-night dining, live performances and open-air movie screenings. The 8 October live music line-up is ALYPH, YAØ, 53A, Reverie and Dreamsound.

Which new events join the programme?

STB names two new programme partners. PlayStation's Gran Turismo World Series Round 3 takes place at Marina Bay Sands on 3 October; trade outlet TTR Weekly describes it as the first Southeast Asian stop of that championship. Porsche's Raceborn Fest runs at Guoco Midtown from 9 to 11 October. Returning partners include Zouk Singapore with "The Circuit", TRIFECTA with Backyard Sessions Vol. 6 and a Sports Car Charity Drive on 3 October, and LEGO at Suntec City.

Where are the brand pop-ups?

adidas Motorsport Popups are at Funan and Raffles City Shopping Centre, featuring adidas x Audi Revolut F1 Team and adidas x Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team spaces with showcar displays, racing simulators and exclusive collections. Ray-Ban presents Beyond the Track at CQ at Clarke Quay, with a Scuderia Ferrari Collection, race simulators, pit stop challenges, Music Matters Live performances and a Scuderia Ferrari F1 driver appearance.

When is the race weekend itself?

According to Formula 1's official site, Practice 1 is on 9 October, Sprint Qualifying and the Sprint are on 10 October, and Qualifying and the Race are on 11 October at Marina Bay Street Circuit.

Why it matters for locals and visitors

The programme turns a ten-day window into a city-wide calendar, so expect busier Orchard, Marina Bay and Clarke Quay venues, especially from 8 October onwards. STB's Director of Sports, Lilian Chee, says the programme builds anticipation in the lead-up to the race. Book dinner early, and check each organiser's page for entry and ticketing before you go. For another recent STB announcement, see our note on the Emerald Hill site: https://hotinsg.com/historic-emerald-hill-school-site-set-for-new-hotel-and-lifestyle-hub/ Looking for other October dates? See Deepavali in Singapore: https://hotinsg.com/deepavali-2026-in-singapore-dates-little-india-lights-and-what-is-confirmed/

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Grand Prix Season Singapore 2026 run?

It runs from 2 to 11 October 2026, according to the Singapore Tourism Board.

Where is Orchard Paddock 2026?

At Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza on Orchard Road, from 8 to 10 October.

Are the events free to attend?

Not confirmed. STB's release does not state ticket prices or entry rules, so check each organiser before you go.

Sources and Method

Sources: Singapore Tourism Board media release, 2 September 2026: https://www.stb.gov.sg/about-stb/media-publications/media-centre/grand-prix-tm--season-singapore-2026-counts-down-to-race-weekend-with-new-headliners-and-programme-partners/ Formula 1, 2026 Singapore Grand Prix race weekend: https://www.formula1.com/en/racing/2026/singapore TTR Weekly, Countdown to Grand Prix Season Singapore 2026: https://www.ttrweekly.com/site/2026/09/countdown-to-grand-prix-season-singapore-2026/ Method: dates and line-ups come from STB and were cross-checked against F1 and TTR Weekly. Venue styling was simplified for publishing.