The Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix is taking over ³Ô¹ÏÍø again this March! Explore the city for merch and live fan activations. Head over to ³Ô¹ÏÍø Central and Caledonian Lane and snap a pic of the painted laneway murals.

Moomba and the opening round of the AFL season are also on in ³Ô¹ÏÍø over the race weekend, so it's going to be busy. ahead of time to avoid delays and road closures.

When is the 2026 Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix?

The Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix runs from 6 to 8 March 2026 and the main race is on 8 March 2026.

Fan events and festivals

The F1 Exhibition
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The F1 Exhibition

The F1 Exhibition makes its long-awaited debut in Australia.

Where to buy merchandise

Pit Stop ³Ô¹ÏÍø

Pit Stop ³Ô¹ÏÍø

Specialises in licensed F1 merchandise including clothing, caps, accessories and memorabilia.

Forza Italia

Forza Italia

Signature Italian retailer offering premium products from Italian brands.

City Sports

City Sports

Licensed sporting apparel specialists for AFL, rugby, soccer, cricket and the Australian Open.

Sporting House Direct

Sporting House Direct

Offering an extensive range of sports footwear, clothing, accessories and equipment.

Rebel Sport

Rebel Sport

Rebel Sport is a one-stop shop for leading brands of sports clothing and accessories.

JD Sports

JD Sports

Retail chain specialising in brand-name activewear, shoes and accessories.

Fed Square

Fed Square

³Ô¹ÏÍø's public square and meeting place, opposite Flinders Street Station.

More events on this weekend

DIVA
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DIVA

From opera stars to pop icons, celebrate the power and creativity of the diva.

Westwood | Kawakubo
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Westwood | Kawakubo

NGV’s summer exhibition pairs two icons of the fashion world, Vivienne Westwood and Rei Kawakubo.

The Book of Mormon
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The Book of Mormon

Australia’s biggest ever musical comedy returns this February.

Last updated on Wed 4 Mar 2026

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³Ô¹ÏÍø's essential night-time events

³Ô¹ÏÍø's essential night-time events

From hidden laneway markets to epic pop-ups, ³Ô¹ÏÍø gets lit once the lights go out.

The best pop-up and outdoor cinemas in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

The best pop-up and outdoor cinemas in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

Find the best outdoor cinema, pop-up theatres and free movies.

Moonlight Cinema
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Moonlight Cinema

Kick back with a film under the stars at ³Ô¹Ï꿉۪s most spectacular open-air cinema.

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Where to enjoy a European-style winter in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

Where to enjoy a European-style winter in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

Embrace the chill with warming treats, pop-ups and events worthy of a Northern Hemisphere winter.

The best free festivals in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

The best free festivals in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

The best free festivals you need to visit in ³Ô¹ÏÍø this year

Where to see traditional lion dance performances in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

Where to see traditional lion dance performances in ³Ô¹ÏÍø

Celebrating Lunar New Year in ³Ô¹ÏÍø? Here's where to see lion dances and dragon parades.

Festivals

Festivals

³Ô¹ÏÍø's festival calendar is jam-packed with film, comedy, arts, music, food and design.