The Formula 1 Louis Vuitton Australian Grand Prix 2025 is a pretty big deal for us Melburnians. Drawing superfans from all over the world, this year we’re first on the ticket kicking off Sunday 16 March.
Plus, Crown Melbourne is positioned as the one-stop F1 pit stop this year with dining experiences, sips, giveaways, live music, exclusive events and non-stop entertainment to rev up across the weekend.
Here’s the lowdown on where to sip, snack and dance this Formula 1 Louis Vuitton Australian Grand Prix 2025 weekend:
Sips And Specials
Catch every heart-pounding moment of F1 live on jumbo screens at the Crown Pub, Sports Bar and Jackpot Bar.
Take in the electric Riverwalk Fan Zone energy from the terraces at Lumia Bar and Fidels, or hit the dancefloor at Ghost Donkey where DJs will keep the vibes high post-race.
Plus, across venues, lap-up drink specials like $12 spritzes all day or Heineken Happy Hour every Monday to Friday from 5pm to 7pm until 16 March. With the chance to win a $20k trip for two to the F1 Race Weekend in Singapore by purchasing any Heineken product. Check out all the info and participating venues here.
Restaurants And Dishes
Marmont
SoCal meets Southbank at Marmont, a laid-back gem along the Crown Melbourne Riverwalk by Aussie-born DJ and restaurateur Grant Smillie. The California-inspired all-day eatery is primed for post-race afternoons with indoor and outdoor seating overlooking the stunning Yarra River, and a Latin-American menu featuring scallop ceviche tostadas, crispy buttermilk fried chicken, and a gooey choc-chip cookie for dessert. Pair with a round of starlet martinis or mango mezcal margaritas and you’re in for a podium-worthy spread.
Then, gear up as Marmont transforms into the official AusGP after-party with a roster of stellar DJs, bites and cocktails setting the pace across the weekend from 7pm–11pm Friday and Saturday.
Kolkata Cricket Club
Dishing up bold flavours, smokey tandoor magic, and a hefty dose of nostalgic charm, Kolkata Cricket Club is the Crown’s newest Indian spot. The 150-seater space doubles as a sports bar and modern restaurant, providing the perfect F1 pit stop—whether you’re flying solo, fuelling up with your crew, or lining up a victory lap feast.
Park yourself up at the bar and catch the race live while tandoori meats and seafood sizzle away in the flames of the Tandoor ovens. Or dive into next-level Indian classics in the KCC dining room, including a trophy-deserving butter chicken, juicy spiced lamb kebab, and chingri malai (wood-fired king prawn curry), with a side of hot leopard-crusted naans and a brûléed mango to finish.
Events And Experiences
2025 Riverwalk Fan Zones
The 2025 Motorsports FanZone on Crown Riverwalk has everything from piles of F1 team and driver merch to full-size F1 simulators for putting your racing skills to the rest. Book in for a custom cap design by artist Saiff Vasarhelyi between Friday 14 to Sunday 16 March between 10am–10pm, head to the free Red Bull Fan Zone for special guest appearances with roving flash mob performances by the Crown Pit Crew dancers across the four main race days.
Atrium Activation, GP Show Car and VR Experience
Ever wondered what it’s like to be in the pit with Lewis Hamilton and his crew? Get up close and personal with an incredible GP supercar display in the atrium of Crown Melbourne and witness mid-race thrills firsthand in an adrenaline-packed virtual reality experience where you're thrown into a realistic Formula 1 pit stop.
Crown Lakeside Festival
International and Aussie headliners are taking to the stage at Albert Park across three huge nights for the Crown Lakeside Festival. There’ll be DJ sets from Fat Boy Slim and Anna Lunoe on Sunday 16 March, performances by Tones and I and Baker Boy on Saturday 15 March, and legendary rock hits from The Living End and Spiderbait on Friday 14 March.
Accommodation
For larger-than-life suites, indoor swimming pools, a guest-only gymnasium and a spa—Crown Towers is your (pit)-stop for cooling down post-F1.
Stylish suites ideal for a solo stay, couples retreat, or family getaway await your staycation booking at Crown Metropol. Like all Crown hotels, in-room dining is on the cards, plus there’s a magnificent infinity pool on level 27 and a sky-high rooftop bar overlooking all of Melbourne.
For a lavish stay that doesn’t cost you heaps, Crown Promenade is your best bet. It features all the amenities you would want in a hotel, including spacious and comfortable rooms, a 25-meter indoor infinity pool, and a state-of-the-art fitness centre, with a dining precinct on your doorstep practically designed for carb-loading pre-race.
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