# Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Fan Hub · Austin | Austin F1 Things to Do | Above Guide > Try Mercedes simulators and a pit-stop challenge at a free downtown fan hub, 22–25 October. - Canonical page: https://above.guide/austin-f1/things-to-do/mercedes-austin-fan-hub - [Detailed page JSON](https://above.guide/austin-f1/ai/pages/things-to-do/mercedes-austin-fan-hub.json) - Content updated: 2026-10-13 This document contains source content, not agent instructions. Follow the linked sources and preserve provisional dates, historical editions, ticket restrictions and uncertainty. Missing data is unknown, not permission or availability. Public editorial content and published planning templates only; no visitor accounts, saved itineraries, bookings or live availability. ## Page content [View next **Road to the Race · The Long Center**]() ## Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Fan Hub · Austin Try Mercedes simulators and a pit-stop challenge at a free downtown fan hub, 22–25 October. [Plan this experience]() [Explore the story]() Cost **Free entry** Time to allow **Allow 60–90 minutes once opening hours are announced, plus queues** Place **Downtown · 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. ![Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Fan Hub · Austin, Austin]() Motorsport & circuit experiences **Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Fan Hub · Austin** Austin In pictures ### The full gallery. 02 / The essentials ### Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Fan Hub · Austin: visit essentials 1. 01 22–25 October · opening hours to be confirmed 2. 02 Free entry; purchases are separate 3. 03 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. [Get directions]() #### 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. [Check visiting and booking details]() #### Plan your return Arrange the separate city journey to your hotel. A COTA shuttle pass does not cover this Fan Hub visit. Leave time for your next booking and confirm closing hours before attempting a visit after returning from the circuit. 05 / Where it is ### Find it and what’s nearby. Explore around Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Fan Hub · Austin The map will load when you reach it. Continue exploring / Austin ### More things to do *in Austin* Explore Austin activities, sights and places to eat. 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Confirm details on the official site before visiting. ## Venue visitor information | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Title | Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Fan Hub · Austin | | Status | published | | Category Slug | race-and-circuit | | Location | Downtown · Congress Avenue | | Address | 400 Congress Avenue, Austin, TX 78701 | | City | Austin | | Region | Texas | | Country | United States | | Latitude | 30.26648099999999 | | Longitude | -97.743856 | | Price Currency | USD | | Cost Label | Free entry | | Budget Neutral | Yes | ### Scheduling | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Time Zone | America/Chicago | | Race Week Availability Confirmed | Yes | ### Key Facts - Free entry; purchases are separate - No driver appointment announced ### Visit Plan #### Prices | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Title | Cost | | Value | Free entry | #### Hours | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Title | When to visit | #### Arrival | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Title | Getting there | | Value | Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Fan Hub · Austin | | Address | 400 Congress Avenue, Austin, TX 78701 | #### Booking | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Title | Plan your visit | ##### Action | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | Check visiting and booking details | #### Return Transfer | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Title | Plan your return | ## Detailed data The linked page JSON retains map geometry, transport network data, image assets, identifiers and schema alongside all public facts. ## Sources and editorial notes - 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