Grand Prix Season Singapore returns with its thrilling run from Sept.13 to 22, highlighted by a robust mix of exclusive parties, food offerings, retail promotions and music, sprinkled with a dash of culture and topped off with a whole lot of adrenaline.
Singapore will truly amp up its lifestyle offerings as the city gears up for the Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix race weekend.
For the first time, the race season will include neighborhood parties at four iconic locations in Singapore—Orchard Road, Clarke Quay, Kampong Glam, and Jewel Changi Airport. Each neighborhood party will feature a curated line-up of offerings, and will give both locals and visitors the opportunity to experience the unique characteristics of each location.
Live life in the fast lane with exciting nightlife experiences
A diverse set of nightlife experiences await thrill-seekers and partygoers alike across the different neigborhoods including Clarke Quay and Kampong Glam. At Clarke Quay, Music Matters Live joins the off-track parties with a cool race-themed outdoor arcade and a slot car circuit racing competition. Meanwhile, the urban art enclave, Kamplong Glam, comes alive with the Block Party on the vibrant streets of Haji Lane.
Club-hopping gets even more exciting with plenty of GPSS partner party hubs like The Riverhouse and CÉ LA VI. Bask in a star-studded atmosphere at The Podium Lounge, an official pop-up FORMULA 1 after party venue that will host stars of the racing community. To top it all off, enjoy dazzling fashion shows, grid girl performances and aerial shows.
GPSS staples, The Circuit and Sky Grandé Prix,takes the thrills to new highs. In the highly anticipated 9th edition of The Circuit, expect no less than a panoramic experience from the top of the Raffles, amidst sky-high revelry to the tunes of international DJs. While for its 8th year, Sky Grandé Prix lets guests soak in the high life while raising glasses to a series of fine indulgences—from cuisine, champagne, fashion, to supercars—while taking in the view from the 55th floor of the iconic Marina Bay Sands.
Raves and dance music abound in the Lion City during the thrilling weekend with Zouk, Singapore’s premiere dance club, transporting Socialisersto a futuristic garage in the year 3028—from race cars to robots, showing visitors what it means to be a citizen of the future. Jive to the music of renowned electronic music producer and composer Henrik Shwarz as Blackout Agency and Jagermeister takes the rave to a one-of-a-kind pop-up dance club that remains top secret.
Fuel up with special F&B offerings
Locals and visitors can fuel up for an exhilarating time in GPSS at the Manhattan Bar and WAN. Giving a taste of the Big Apple, the Manhattan Bar launches its first adults-only Cocktail Brunch that offers free-flowing cocktails, wines and beers in addition to alcohol-based milkshakes, live food stations, fresh seafood and more. Speeding into the weekend with a medley of race-themed activities and live entertainment by live bands and DJs, WAN is also a top food stop of choice.
Make a pit stop at these retail destinations
Shop till you drop along Singapore’s most famous shopping retail belt at the Orchard Road Precinct Party. Expect a range of unforgettable activities, dazzling entertainment, F&B treats, exclusive wares and shopping promotions. Look out for unique offerings exclusively available during GPSS, such as nail polish wrap brand Nodspark’s race-themed nail polish wraps, which feature a mix of collaborative designs and house prints. While you’re in town, be sure to drop by Design Orchard for more festivities and exclusive treats.
During the racing weekend, award-winning Singapore-based contemporary jewelry brand State Property is also set to launch Allotrope, an exclusive capsule collection of fine jewelry inspired by the spirit of racing. The designs will feature traditional fine jewelry materials combined with carbon fibre, produced in 18K Gold.
Get into the mood for a Grand Prix getaway right upon arrival at Jewel Changi Airport. In the week leading up to the race, the multi-dimensional lifestyle destination will host various family-friendly experiences – ranging from photo spots and car displays to virtual reality games – for visitors to soak up the race fever. Be sure to make a pit stop at local shops and eateries before testing your driving skills at a remote-controlled car race, or see how you fare as a FORMULA 1 pit crew member at the Red Bull Pit Stop Challenge.
Round up the gang and book your flights to Singapore to join in these not-to-be-missed events and activities during the high-octane Grand Prix Season Singapore!