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Formula 1 Exhibition Makes Asian Debut in Singapore

6/11/2026, 12:27:45 AM

Opening Details

The Formula 1 Exhibition will open at Gardens by the Bay on 23 July 2026 and run until 18 October 2026. Tickets cost S$29 for children (5-12), S$40 for teenagers and S$49 for adults; presale starts 17 June, public sales 19 June.

Background

The travelling show has visited ten cities—Madrid, Vienna, Toronto, London, Buenos Aires, Amsterdam and others—drawing over 1.3 million visitors. Singapore becomes the 11th host and the first in Asia, chosen for its night-race legacy and central location near the Gardens MRT.

Key Figures and Featured Artefacts

TEG’s managing director of experiences, Shane Harmon, says the exhibition will showcase Sebastian Vettel’s 2011 Red Bull RB7, Jenson Button’s 2003 BAR Honda 005, and a “Survival” gallery with parts of Romain Grosjean’s Haas chassis and his 2020 Bahrain crash gear. A dedicated section will highlight Singapore’s night-race history.

Key Dates

  • 10 June 2026 – Formula 1 announces Asian debut.
  • 17 June 2026 – Presale opens.
  • 19 June 2026 – Public tickets on sale.
  • 23 July 2026 – Exhibition opens.
  • 9-11 Oct 2026 – Singapore Grand Prix runs alongside exhibition.
  • 18 Oct 2026 – Exhibition closes.

Numbers at a Glance

The exhibition spans seven themed galleries, covers 76 years of Formula 1 history, and offers tickets at S$29 (children), S$40 (teenagers) and S$49 (adults).

Impact and Importance

Hosting the exhibition underscores Singapore’s role as the venue of Formula 1’s inaugural night race, reinforcing its motorsport brand and extending fan engagement beyond the October Grand Prix. The exhibition’s run overlaps with the Singapore Grand Prix, which takes place from 9 to 11 October 2026, allowing fans to experience both events in the same season.

Official Comments

Formula 1’s media release highlighted the exhibition’s focus on engineering milestones and personalities, noting Singapore’s suitability as the Asian launchpad. TEG’s Shane Harmon said the show will let visitors revisit special moments of the Singapore Grand Prix. Ticketek confirmed ticket sales will begin 9 am on 19 June with tiered pricing.

Verbatim Quotes

  • “Sign up now: Get the biggest sports news in your inbox The F1 exhibition, which celebrates the sport's 76-year history, will make its debut in Asia when it opens at Gardens by the Bay in Singapore on July 23.” — Formula 1, Media Statement
  • “As the home of F1’s first night race, Singapore provides a natural backdrop for the exhibition’s Asian debut, it added.” — Formula 1, Media Statement
  • “Visitors will enjoy revisiting special moments of the Singapore Grand Prix, including the display of Sebastian Vettel’s Red Bull RB7 – the car that took him to victory in Singapore in 2011 and subsequently world champion,” — Shane Harmon, Managing Director of Experiences, TEG
  • “Tickets for the show will be available through Ticketek from 9am on 19 June, with prices starting from S$49 for adults and S$29 for children.” — Ticketek, Ticketing Partner

What’s Next

Organisers have indicated that additional cars will be announced before the exhibition opens.