If you thought I retired from Miami, you thought wrong. Buckle up, fam — it’s about to be a wild ride in the land of beaches, bikinis and booze. For those of you unfamiliar, F1 Miami is the sportier, flashier version of its big sister Art Basel…you know, that other time of the year when New Yorkers and the global elite flock to Miami for “art.”
You can expect a hodgepodge of A-listers, influencers, fashionistas and Charles Leclerc (if you’re lucky) on and off the tracks, specifically the terraces of gated mansions and the decks of private yachts.
Miami season’s biggest closing act has descended upon us, and if your only plans are Campus Pass tickets to the race itself, this Grand Prix behind-the-scenes guide is about to get real crazy.
Perhaps F1’s heaviest hitter, Carbone Beach brings the likes of Lebron James, Jeff Bezos, David Beckham, Travis Kelce and Serena Williams to the sands, in what is otherwise a star-studded gala in the name of spicy rigatoni. Since Major Food Group is the host, you can expect a feast befit for royalty, i.e. seafood ice sculptures stacked with caviar and uni, the famous veal parm, massive steaks and, obviously, spicy rig in bulk.
The lavish affair takes place at 7:30 p.m. from Friday through Saturday, with special guest performances (Chainsmokers took the stage last year) starting at 10 p.m. post sit-down dinner.
American Express cardholders can purchase tickets starting at $3k per person for Friday and Sunday, while 10-person groups can snag tables starting at $30k. Saturday night, the most in-demand night, starts at $4k per person and $40,000 for a table for 10 people.The price is steep when it comes to spicy rigatoni matched with some of the biggest names in the game, but it gets you far.
Seaspice is back, baby. Just when you thought the Miami River locales were so 2021, the AI-powered entertainment platform RASA hits you with a Miami Grand Prix special, brought to you by Moët & Chandon (the official champagne sponsor of F1). If it’s anything like last year’s edition at Sunset Harbour’s beloved Bey Bey, you can expect a time to be had.
Starting at 4 p.m. and popping off until 2 a.m., this F1 fete has a stacked b2b DJ lineup and the crowds to prove it. Request approval here.
MILA Lounge arguably always hits no matter what time of year, but it doesn’t mess around during F1. With Carlita on Friday night and Kaz James on Saturday night, it’s a double header you’ll most certainly want to sacrifice not having room to breathe (it gets tight in there fast). If you’re not on the list or don’t have a table (yes, I said that), I recommend getting there early at around 10 p.m., latest 10:30.
MILA’s beachy and boujie waterside relative CASA NEOS is known for taking over the brunch and DJ scene with epic soirees at its beach club, guided by the golden touch that only a MILA-branded institution can execute.
Anotr is spearheading golden hour on Saturday for a sunset set at 4 p.m., followed by Bedouin on Sunday. This one’s gonna be good.
A weekend of burlesque and Italian glamour is ahead for this members club tucked above what is largely regarded as Miami Beach’s most authentically Italian restaurant (shoutout to the gargantuan pistachio gelato and cacio e pepe cheese wheel).
Founded by young Italian entrepreneurs with a knack for hospitality, the sexy, red-laden living room that is the upstairs lounge of Forte Dei Marmi is presenting an electric lineup for F1. Gianlucca Vacchi is headlining on Friday night starting at 11 p.m., and the space is intimate. Need I say more?
You didn’t think I forgot about the race, did you? This invite-only trackside villa experience is throwing it down on the literal race track — no commoners allowed.
An invite to Trophy House includes access to the private three-story villa that houses a culinary experience by two-time Michelin-starred L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon, a premium bar with Don Julio 1942 tastings and private concerts by Grammy winning artists nightly.
Wait, there’s a race?
At 10,000 per ticket for Friday to Sunday access, Harbour Club is offering coveted trackside real estate at the 72 Club, specifically private sofa box seating, a signature spread by a’Riva and Nikai (all-inclusive food and bev), black car service to and from Hard Rock, a private 20-minute tour of Paddock Village and unmatched views.
An exclusive F1 membership at Harbour Club features one-year of Harbour Club membership, plus a three-day suite pass that includes the aforementioned F1 private viewing experience.
The Toronto-born, high-end Chinese restaurant MIMI is partnering with Clase Azul for an exclusive dining experience available only during F1 Miami 2025. Until May 4, guests will have the opportunity to feast on signature MIMI Chinese selections like the Shrimp Toast, Hunan Chili Seabass, Supreme Fried Rice and more, paired with Clase Azul’s artisanal styles of tequila and mezcal.
For the bold and luxurious, this one’s for you. Secure a res here.
Big news is coming in the way of automobile scoop, especially for Team America.The new General Motors-backed F1 team is gearing up for a red-carpet entry on Saturday as they prepare to enter next year’s race circuit — rumor has it the Cadillac F1 Team’s official livery and branding will be revealed at the global launch event at Queen Miami Beach.
Keep an eye out for all things Cadillac because it’s kind of their moment this weekend.
The new waterfront live music venue Palm Tree Club is a good time every weekend—basically Palm Tree Festival’s year-round counterpart, but make it Miami. Sebastian Ingrosso is taking it away today, and the all-time favorite Chainsmokers are leading a sold-out house tomorrow. Patio tickets are the most coveted ticket-type, but the real fun happens at a table.
Hold on tight because Sofi Tukker is making her way to the 1920s-themed supper club Delilah Miami on Saturday. Whether you’re pulling up by yacht or the lesser option—your guy’s Ferrari, you’re in for a night of extravagance because clubstaurants do it best in Miami.
Book a dinner res from 6 to 9:30 p.m. to get in on the action early, or reserve an exclusive package available to Chase Sapphire Reserve cardmembers starting at 10 p.m. on OpenTable.
Harbour Club is known for its elite, hush-hush events that attract a buzzy and well-heeled crowd, so naturally Sunday night post-race will be a fiery finale at the Sunset Harbour members destination. The afters kick off at 9 p.m., and there will be curated cocktails and plenty of late-night debauchery. You heard it here first. Email for reservations.