Thu 17 Oct - Sun 20 Oct, 2024

Your United States Grand Prix Weekend

AUSTIN WEATHER
Experience Details
Hotel Information
Maps & Directions
General FAQs

Important Information

Have questions about your race weekend? We're here to help! Contact us at +1 (888) 326-5430

2024 United States Grand Prix™ Physical vs. Digital Items:

Below is a list of physical items you may receive in your package with F1® Experiences. Please review your Official Ticket Package under “Experience Details” to confirm the items you will receive.

  • Daily Champions Club Credential
  • Daily Champions Club MoneyGram Haas Credential
  • Daily Champions Club Trackside Credential
  • Daily F1® Experiences Lounge Credential
  • Daily F1® Experiences Terrace Credential
  • Daily Legend Credential
  • Daily 300 Club Legend Credential
  • Daily 300 Club Paddock Club Tickets
  • Daily Paddock Club Credentials
  • Daily Paddock Club Tickets
  • Daily BWT Alpine Paddock Club Tickets
  • Daily MoneyGram Haas Paddock Club Tickets
  • Daily Oracle Red Bull Racing Paddock Club Tickets
  • Daily Stake F1 Team KICK Sauber Paddock Club Tickets
  • F1® Experiences Live Credential
  • Haas Hangout Credential
  • Podium Credential

Below is a list of digital items you may receive in your package with F1® Experiences. Please review your Official Ticket Package under “Experience Details” to confirm the items you will receive. Ticket delivery information can be found under “Digital Tickets."

  • Daily Champions Club Tickets
  • Grandstand Tickets

*Subject to change

Packages with digital tickets: Champions Club, Driver, F1® Experiences Live, F1® Experiences Lounge, Haas Hangout, Podium, Premier | Trackside E/W, & Tower

Tickets are mobile and will be sent to the email address on file with F1® Experiences from Ticketmaster starting on Monday, 16th September.

How to Access Tickets:

Please follow the instructions below:

  1. Open the email containing the ticket.
  2. Click the “Accept Tickets” button.
  3. Follow the instructions to log into your Ticketmaster account using the same email address the tickets were sent to. If you do not have an account, you will need to create one using the “Sign Up” button.
  4. After logging in, your tickets will appear in your account.
  5. Click on your ticket to use.

Ticketing Information:

  • Your order must be paid in full by Sunday, 15th September to receive your tickets by the date listed above.
  • If your order is paid in full after this date, your tickets will be sent to you upon completion of your payments.
  • Tickets are sent as one (1) email per daily ticket, as applicable to purchase.
  • Printouts and screenshots will not be accepted at entry.
  • Your tickets cannot be printed. We recommend adding your tickets to your digital wallet for ease of access upon arrival. Each ticket has been sent through in a separate email.
  • Guests are responsible for referring to the terms and conditions listed on the ticket.
  • Guests can transfer tickets to another Ticketmaster account within their Ticketmaster account.

Orders Paid by Sunday, 15th September:

  • Tickets will be emailed starting on Monday, 16th September.

Orders Paid On/After Sunday, 15th September:

  • Tickets will be emailed upon completion of payment. 

Physical items included in your package: Select your Official Ticket Package under Experience Details below.

Packages set for shipment:

Orders that include a physical item and are paid in full by Sunday, 22nd September, will ship to the mailing address on file via FedEx. The latest expected delivery date is Wednesday, 9th October.

  • A list of physical items can be found under the “Physical vs. Digitial Items.”

Please check back for updates as we may experience shipping delays.

Packages set for pick up:

Physical packages will be available for pick up in Austin due to one of the following reasons:

  • Onsite pick up was requested
  • Order was paid in full after Sunday, 22nd September
  • Mailing address is in one of the following countries: Algeria, Argentina, Australia, Bolivia, Brazil, Cayman Islands, Chile, Costa Rica, India, Israel, Kenya, New Zealand, Panama and Puerto Rico
  • Order includes one of the following package types: Paddock Club 3-Days | BWT Alpine F1® Team Suite
  • PO box is in a country other than Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Dubai, Saudi Arabia, or Qatar

Please check back for updates as some items may be switched to onsite pick up.

Pick-Up Location:

Click below under the "F1® Experiences Ticket Office" section to view the location and hours to collect package items.

Alternative Pick-Up Guest:

In the instance that a guest other than the purchaser of the order is planning to pick up, please follow the steps below:

  • The purchaser must send an email from the email address on file with F1® Experiences to ticketing@f1experiences.com.
  • The email must contain the purchaser’s full name, the alternative guest’s full name, and state that the purchaser is granting permission for the alternative guest to pick up.
  • The full name of the guest collecting onsite must match their photo ID.
  • The alternative guest must bring and show their photo ID before the physical package items are released.

Note: Guests who purchased a hotel through F1® Experiences will have their package delivered to the front desk of their hotel. 

Thursday Ticket Office Details:

Only for Guests with: F1® Experiences Live

  • Date: Thursday, 17th October
  • Location: F1® Experiences Ticket Office | Outside Main Grandstand, Adjacent to Lot A
  • Address: 30°07'57.1"N 97°38'33.2"W
  • Open Hours: 14:30 – 16:30 (2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.)

For all other Guests:

  • Date: Thursday, 17th October
  • Location: Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown |  Located in the Waterloo Room B on the 6th floor
  • Address: 68 East Ave, Austin, TX 78701
  • Open Hours: 12:00 – 19:00 (12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.)


Friday and Saturday Ticket Office Details:

Location: F1® Experiences Ticket Office | Outside Main Grandstand, Adjacent to Lot A

Address: 30°07'57.1"N 97°38'33.2"W

Open Hours:

  • Friday, 18th October: 08:00 – 17:00 (8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.)
  • Saturday, 19th October: 08:00 – 17:00 (8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.)

*All times are local time, CDT.

Note: Guests who purchased a hotel through F1® Experiences will have their package delivered to the front desk of their hotel by the morning of Thursday, 17th October. 

For the Full F1® Live Track Schedule, please click here.

Bag Policy: Bags must be no larger than 12x12x20 inches.

Re-Entry: Guests who leave the venue and intend to return must scan their tickets at the gates before exiting. Upon re-entry, guests will undergo another security screening.

Entry Gates: The entry gates will be located at the Main Grandstand, Grand Plaza, Turn 1, Turn 3, Turn 6, Turn 11, and Premium RV.

Circuit Gates Schedule:

Friday, October 18th - Sunday, October 20th

  • Gates Open: 08:00 (8:00 a.m.)
  • Gates Close: 21:00 (9:00 p.m.)

Parking: For directions to COTA parking, click here.

Rideshare: Rideshare services will operate out of the McAngus parking lot. A complimentary tram will be available to transport guests from McAngus to the Grand Plaza. To ensure a smooth transit experience, rideshare vehicles will not be allowed on COTA Blvd during race weekends.

Venue Policy: You can click this link for everything you need about COTA.

Download the COTA App to stay up to date:

Hydration Stations: Located at Turn 1 (near restrooms), Turn 3, Turn 6, Turn 9, Turn 11, Main Grandstand, Grand Plaza (near restrooms)

Friday, October 18th: Sting

  • Concert Time: 7:45 p.m.

Saturday, October 19th: Eminem

  • Concert Time: 7:45 p.m.

Guests have General Admission access to the Germania Insurance - Super Stage Festival Lawn. 

Guests should contact their sales representative to purchase upgraded concert access.*

Note: We encourage you to speak with venue staff onsite for the most up-to-date information regarding entry, lineup, and times.

*Supplies are limited and on a first-come, first-served basis. 

If you have general questions or need assistance while in Austin, our onsite team (wearing F1® Experiences polos) will be available to assist you. You can also contact us at: +1 (888) 326-5430. 

Most travelers do not require a visa to enter the USA, learn more here. However, all travelers are required to submit an Electronic System for Travel Authorisation (ESTA) application in advance of travel.

Health: If you are traveling from outside the United States, do not forget to buy comprehensive travel insurance before your departure, as emergency medical treatment can be very expensive. 

Currency: United States dollar ($USD). Credit cards are widely accepted and ATMs are easy to find. You are also expected to tip service staff around 15-20% in most instances.

Language: English

Time Zone: Central Daylight Time (UTC/GMT - 5 hours)

In an Emergency: Dial 911

Power Sockets: Type A and B. Pack an adapter/voltage converter if you are traveling from Europe, Australia, or elsewhere.

Weather: For the United States Grand Prix™, temperatures should range from around 25°C (77°F) during the day to 20°C (68°F) at night. Storms and rain are not uncommon for this time of the year, so pack your wet weather gear.

Experience Details

Select your Official Ticket Package below to access details related to your package.

+Programming, experiences, dates, times, appearances, and locations are subject to change.

Hotel Information

Upon arriving at the hotel, the individual on the reservation must be present and provide the front desk with a valid form of photo identification and credit card to complete the check-in process.

Please Note: We do not provide confirmation numbers. For additional details on your accommodation, contact us at +1 (888) 326-5430

Hotel Transfer Schedule

Transfer times are for guests who have purchased a hotel AND transport with F1® Experiences only. Times are set so that guests arrive at the circuit for the first track activity of the day.

Maps & Directions

Circuit Map

Click on the map to view and download

*Updated as of September 2024

How to get to the Circuit

Location: Circuit of The Americas is around 15km (9 miles) southeast of the city centre. The best way to get to the circuit on race weekend is to ride the official shuttle buses. You should be aware that the traffic in Austin can get very congested, especially during major events such as the United States Grand Prix. It can take up to 2 hours to get to the circuit from downtown.

F1® Experiences Transportation: If you have booked a hotel together with your Official Ticket Package, daily coach transfers from your hotel to the circuit and back can be purchased for an additional charge, subject to availability – contact your Sales Agent for more information.

COTA Shuttle from Downtown: Shuttle bus services are available from Downtown (Waterloo Park), Northeast Austin (Travis County Expo Center) and Southwest Austin (Barton Creek Square Mall). Details about shuttle bus services will be available closer to race weekend. Learn more and buy COTA Shuttle tickets.

Driving: Get to COTA via the SH130 toll road, which can be accessed from downtown Austin by taking the I-35 south to Highway 71 East. Please note that vehicles without a valid parking pass will be unable to access COTA Blvd during the course of the U.S. Grand Prix. Buy parking tickets here. Limited parking passes may be available for Champions Club and Paddock Club guests – contact your Sales Agent for more information.

Ride Sharing & Taxis: COTA Blvd will be restricted to permitted vehicles and buses only. Similarly, rideshare (Uber, Lyft, etc) services will operate out of the McAngus parking lot. A complimentary tram will be available to transport guests from McAngus to the Grand Plaza. To ensure a successful transit experience, rideshare vehicles will not be permitted on COTA Blvd during race weekends.

More information: United States Grand Prix – Getting Around Guide

General FAQs

Your Ultimate Checklist for a Day at the Track

United States Grand Prix Getting Around Guide

Austin has one international airport, Austin–Bergstrom (AUS), which is located around 8km (5 miles) southeast of the city’s downtown core in the direction of Circuit of The Americas. Austin-Bergstrom serves mainly domestic routes, including 34 connections from Southwest Airlines, but also has some international arrivals from Europe, Canada and Mexico. For a better selection of long-haul flights, international visitors should consider flying into one of the larger Texas hubs; George Bush Intercontinental Airport in Houston (IAH) or Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

The following items are permitted within the gates at The Circuit:

  • Baby Strollers
  • Binoculars
  • Blankets
  • Camelbacks (must be empty)
  • One 20oz factory sealed water bottle per guest
  • Personal camera equipment (e.q. digital cameras, detachable lenses, point-and-click digital cameras)
  • Note that tripods, bipods, and monopods will not be permitted.
  • Portable, collapsible chairs
  • Sunscreen (plastic bottle only, no aerosol cans)
  • Umbrellas (small, hand-held style)

  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Animals or pets (exception for service animals)
  • Bags larger than 12x12x20 inches
  • Bicycles, scooters, skateboards, skates, Segways, golf carts, or other unauthorized means of transportation
  • Coolers, thermoses, or ice chests
  • Metal water bottles
  • Drones
  • Food and beverages
  • Fireworks, explosives, flares, or other incendiary devices
  • Glass containers of any kind
  • Illegal substances
  • E-liquid or vape juice
  • Items that may be deemed a safety hazard or annoyance to participants or guests (i.e. balls, Frisbees, balloons, projectiles, horns, radios, bells, whistles, musical instruments, laser pointers, etc.)
  • Non-collapsible chairs
  • Tents or canopies
  • Unauthorized promotional or commercial material
  • Weapons of any kind, including but not limited to guns, knives, pepper spray, handcuffs, and nightsticks

Children aged 3 years and older will require a ticket, regardless of whether they have general admission or reserved seating.

Accessible Seating

  • The Circuit offers accessible seating in grandstands at Main Grandstand, Turn 12, and Turn 15.
  • Guests must have the appropriate ticket and companion ticket(s) to access these seats. ADA tickets can be purchased on our website or by calling (512) 655-6300 prior to race weekend
  • If you are not able to access your ticket location once on-site, please contact COTA at (512) 301-6600 or visit one of the box office locations (Grand Plaza or Main Grandstand).

Accessible Parking and Transportation

  • Accessible parking spots are located in Lots A, C, D, and H and are reserved for those with a valid parking placard. These spots will be available on a first-come, first served basis.
  • Guests will need to purchase a parking pass for these dedicated lots and bring their valid parking placard in order to access the accessible spots.
  • Accessible shuttles will be running from all lots and can be requested by texting COTA to 69050.
  • ADA Accessible Golf Carts are also available for guests who require assistance on-site. These can be requested at the ADA tents next to the shuttle stops.

For further assistance, please contact COTA at (512) 301-6600.

If you have access to trackside hospitality in the Champions Club or Formula 1 Paddock Club™, smart casual dress is recommended: long pants and a shirt or polo shirt for men and a dress, skirt or pants for women. Jogging suits, shorts and beach attire are not recommended attire for trackside hospitality suites.

Read Your Ultimate Checklist for a Day at the Track for more information about what to wear to the track.

Circuit of The Americas offers an in-circuit shuttle service that takes attendees to various points around the circuit. You must scan your race ticket in and out each time you use the shuttle.

Please check the circuit map for the location and best entrances for your grandstand

The Champions Club is situated on Start-Finish Straight opposite the pits and adjacent to the Main Grandstand. Click here for a map.

The Paddock Club is located above the pits building on the Start-Finish Straight at Circuit of The Americas. Click here for a map.

Hydration stations will be available around the venue at the following locations:

  • Turn 1 (near restrooms)
  • Turn 3
  • Turn 6
  • Turn 9
  • Turn 11
  • Main Grandstand
  • Grand Plaza (near restrooms)

Smoking and the use of electronic smoking devices is strictly prohibited in all indoor or covered facilities, restrooms, and grandstand seating areas. Smoking and vaping will only be allowed in authorized areas that are 15 feet from an entrance or openable window of an enclosed area.