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Duracell Power Paddock · Brazos Hall

Race RC cars, try interactive challenges and catch the pre-race atmosphere at Wednesday’s Power Paddock.

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CostEntry details from Duracell
Time to allowAllow 60–90 minutes for the activities, plus any appearance queue
PlaceDowntown · Fourth and Brazos

01 / The experience

Duracell Power Paddock · Brazos Hall

Duracell brings a playful version of the paddock to Brazos Hall on the Wednesday before the Grand Prix. The programme mixes live music with radio-controlled racing, a horseshoe challenge and a simulated Battery Bull. A wind-effect photo booth adds a race-inspired picture opportunity, while a digital graffiti wall gives the group something different to try between games.

Alex Albon is announced for a special appearance through Duracell’s Williams partnership. His Power Paddock appearance time is still to be announced; it is a different event from the timed Williams Q&A at 800 Congress. Fans interested in seeing him should keep those two opportunities distinct.

The host venue puts the party in Austin’s downtown warehouse district, with the main hall’s timber floor and brickwork providing a change from the circuit’s open grounds. It is an easy event to build a Wednesday around once entry arrangements are settled. An earlier visit leaves the evening choice open between Williams’ Q&A and the Long Center car showcase, which start close together.

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02 / The essentials

Duracell Power Paddock · Brazos Hall: visit essentials

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    Entry details from Duracell

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    Wednesday 21 October 2026, 12:00–20:00 CDT. Alex Albon appearance time to be announced.

04 / Before you go

Plan your visit

Race RC cars, try interactive challenges and catch the pre-race atmosphere at Wednesday’s Power Paddock.

Cost

Entry details from Duracell

Use Duracell’s event information for admission, registration and participation conditions; no entrance tariff is stated in its announcement. Prize games have their own eligibility and availability.

When to visit

Wednesday 21 October 2026, 12:00–20:00 CDT. Alex Albon appearance time to be announced.

Allow 60–90 minutes for the activities, plus any appearance queue

Getting there

Duracell Power Paddock · Brazos Hall

204 E 4th Street, Austin, TX 78701

Go to Brazos Hall at Fourth and Brazos and follow the Power Paddock signs. The venue advertises a ground-level loading area and accessible lift; contact the organiser for the guest entrance and access to the specific activities. Use a Downtown walk, local transit connection or legal nearby drop-off.

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Plan your visit

Follow the official Duracell event updates for entry arrangements, capacity and age restrictions. Albon’s appearance is announced without a time or guaranteed autograph. The separately announced COTA activation on 23–25 October requires race admission.

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Editorial notes & sources

Programme and transport reviewed 13 October 2026 against Formula 1, F1 Academy and COTA. The series timetable resolves both Academy race times; two Porsche race times remain pending because official sources conflict. Sunday final shuttle departure and exact Friday/Saturday headliner starts remain unpublished. Current 2026 grandstand accessibility is distinct from older ADA route guidance. Thursday access, concert upgrades and track access are separate decisions.

Dining expansion reviewed 13 October 2026; other venue information reviewed 12 October 2026. Ordinary opening hours do not confirm race-week availability. Duration allowances are editorial suggestions; prices and booking conditions are controlled by each venue.