Why you should attend the 2026 Mexico City Grand Prix
Published by Nicky Haldenby on 20 May, 2026
Don't miss any of the action at Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez this year with an official ticket for the 2026 Mexico City Grand Prix from Grand Prix Events.
Top Reasons to Attend the 2026 Mexico City Grand Prix
For over 50 years, the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez has been the premier racing facility in Mexico, having hosted rounds of the Formula 1 World Championship between 1963-1970, 1986-1992 and again from 2015 onwards.
Following a 23-year absence, a crowd of over 240,000 saw the Mexican Grand Prix's return in 2015, and in the decade since then amid rising attendance figures now totalling over 400,000 annually, the race has been awarded the title of F1's 'best event' on several occasions.
Of the many obvious attractions for fans looking to attend the Grand Prix, the warm weather and proximity to downtown Mexico City rank highly. After a busy day at the track, you're just a short taxi or metro ride away from a plethora of world-class street food in the city's bustling centre, and an eclectic mix of great bars and clubs await those looking to explore the city's vibrant nightlife.
City location aside, there’s always potential for an unexpected result or two, with Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez situated at the highest altitude at which F1 will race all season – and by quite a margin! On-track battles are thrilling as is the atmosphere at the track itself.
The Mexico City Grand Prix has long garnered a reputation for having one of the best atmospheres on the calendar, with the famous Foro Sol stadium section being one of the sport’s most iconic viewing areas.
The home crowd have plenty to celebrate this year, with Sergio Perez returning to the grid with Cadillac after a one-year sabbatical. 'Pérez-mania' reached its peak in 2021, when Perez joined Red Bull and became the first Mexican driver to record a podium finish in their home race. He repeated the feat in 2022.
The Best Way to Experience the Mexico City Grand Prix
Fans looking to attend the 2026 Mexico City Grand Prix can choose from a wide selection of grandstand seating and hospitality packages available to book directly through Grand Prix Events.
There are many great spots to watch the action at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez, but to help you choose, here are a few of our favourites…
Perhaps the most well-known part of the circuit is the baseball stadium (the 'Foro Sol' as it's known locally), where it cuts through between grandstands 14 and 15. You might not find the fastest or most dramatic action on the circuit here, but it does offer the chance to see the cars at relatively low speed, plus the added bonus of hosting the podium celebrations and the post-race concerts that have become a feature in recent years. Choose from seats in the Foro Sol North Grandstand or the Foro Sol South Grandstand.
Elsewhere around the track, Grandstand 5A overlooks the opening three turns from the inside of the track and is a great spot to see the opening lap drama, as well as overtaking throughout Sunday afternoon. You can also see the drivers at speed on the back straight in Grandstand 6A.
Upgrade Your Mexico City F1 Experience
Looking for something extra from your Mexico City Grand Prix trip? F1 Experiences offers a wide range of Official Ticket Packages for the race in Mexico with access to the Champions Club or the exclusive F1 Paddock Club, all of which can be booked through Grand Prix Events.
Additional benefits for F1 Experiences guests include driver and team member appearances, access to the Formula 1 Paddock and a guided tour of the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez circuit.
For the ultimate Mexico City Grand Prix experience, why not take a look at F1 Experiences' Audi Revolut F1 Team and TGR Haas F1 Team Paddock Club Packages. In addition to several of the exclusive perks outlined above, guests can also enjoy Q&A's with the drivers and other key members of the team, as well as a guided tour of the garage, pit lane walks and an exclusive gift.
Browse Mexico City Grand Prix packages from F1 Experiences.