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Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Fan Hub · Austin

Try Mercedes simulators and a pit-stop challenge at a free downtown fan hub, 22–25 October.

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CostFree entry
Time to allowAllow 60–90 minutes once opening hours are announced, plus queues
PlaceDowntown · Congress Avenue

01 / The experience

Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Fan Hub · Austin

Step into the Mercedes fan experience on Congress Avenue during 22–25 October. The team announces F1 simulators, a chance to try a pit-stop mechanic challenge on a real F1 car, historic team memorabilia and a 2026 Mercedes show car. The Mercedes-Benz MANUFAKTUR display, AMG GT 4-Door Coupé and Trackside with Meta AI activation add technology and road-car experiences alongside the racing.

Entry is free. Food vendors and the team store are separate purchases; daily giveaways have their own eligibility and participation conditions. Opening hours, registration arrangements and age restrictions have not yet been published by the team, so check those before setting out. No driver attendance or appointment is announced.

Thursday is the simplest fit for a city-based arrival day once your opening-time check is complete. Choose it instead of a fixed circuit activity if your available hours overlap. On Friday–Sunday, allow for the full COTA exit and city journey; do not assume the hub will still be open after the concerts.

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02 / The essentials

Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Fan Hub · Austin: visit essentials

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    22–25 October · opening hours to be confirmed

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    Free entry; purchases are separate

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    No driver appointment announced

04 / Before you go

Plan your visit

Try Mercedes simulators and a pit-stop challenge at a free downtown fan hub, 22–25 October.

Cost

Free entry

Free entry. Food, drinks and merchandise cost extra; giveaway entry is not guaranteed race admission.

When to visit

22–25 October 2026. Daily opening and closing times to be confirmed; check the team before travel.

Allow 60–90 minutes once opening hours are announced, plus queues

Getting there

Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Fan Hub · Austin

400 Congress Avenue, Austin, TX 78701

Head to 400 Congress Avenue and follow the temporary Fan Hub signs. This is the surface event site, not the Frost Bank building at 401 Congress. Arrange a legal nearby pickup separately. Confirm the accessible entrance and simulator/pit-stop participation with the organiser; a standard parking listing does not establish event access or parking.

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Plan your visit

Check the official team announcement for opening hours, registration and entry requirements. No personal driver meeting is included or announced. Simulator and pit-stop participation may involve queues; confirm any age or access conditions with staff.

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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.