Formula 1 Exhibition Melbourne 2025: Opening Date, Tickets And What To Expect

If you’ve ever dreamed of standing in the pit lane, peeking under the hood of an F1 car, or feeling the rumble of the grid (without actually leaving the city), then buckle up, Melbourne. The Formula 1 Exhibition is finally racing into town—and it’s the first time this global phenomenon has hit Asia-Pacific.

Expect a turbo-charged mix of history, tech, and pure adrenaline as the world’s most glamorous motorsport takes over the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre this November. Here’s everything you need to know before lights out.

When & Where Is The Formula 1 Exhibition In Melbourne?

The internationally acclaimed Formula 1 Exhibition officially opens on Saturday 29 November 2025 at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) in South Wharf. The show will run through to Sunday 19 April 2026, giving you a solid five months to soak up all the speed, style, and engineering brilliance on display. Doors open daily from 9am to 7pm, and trust us, you’ll want at least 90 minutes (minimum) to explore it all.

Getting there’s easy: the MCEC is right on the Yarra and connected to everything—trams (route 96 or 109), trains, and buses. If you’re driving, there’s parking at the South Wharf precinct, but the smart move is hopping on public transport to avoid gridlock. Entry is via Clarendon Street or Convention Centre Place, and the venue’s fully accessible for wheelchairs and prams.

Key Details At A Glance

What: Formula 1 Exhibition Melbourne 2025
When: 29 November 2025 - 19 April 2026
Where: Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, South Wharf
Closest tram: Route 96 or 109 (South Wharf Stop 124A)
Tickets: From $64.90 adults / $34.90 kids - Grab yours here
Website: f1exhibition.com/melbourne

Image credit: Formula 1 Exhibition | Website

What You’ll See Inside

Once you’re in, prepare for sensory overload. The exhibition features seven immersive zones, taking you from Formula 1’s gritty garage beginnings to its ultra-glossy modern era. Expect legendary cars, driver memorabilia, rare pit-lane artefacts, and dramatic storytelling that brings every race to life. There’s even the haunting wreckage of Romain Grosjean’s 2020 Bahrain crash (a powerful reminder of the sport’s danger and resilience).

Each room has its own vibe: Design Lab gets you up close with F1 engineering wizardry, Drivers & Duels dives into iconic rivalries, and Revolution by Design looks to the future. For Aussie fans, there’s a whole section dedicated to local legends—think Jack Brabham, Alan Jones, Mark Webber, and Daniel Ricciardo. Plus, the finale—The Pit Wall—is a cinematic, high-octane immersive show that’ll make your heart race faster than a Red Bull pit stop.

And yes, you can get behind the virtual wheel too. Try the state-of-the-art simulators and feel what it’s like to take on the Albert Park Circuit. It’s part museum, part theme park, all speed.

Tickets And How To Book

Tickets are already shifting gears, so don’t wait. Prices start from $64.90 for adults and $34.90 for kids, with family and premium packages available. If you were quick on the early-bird waitlist, you might’ve scored one of those sweet $49.90 presale spots, but for everyone else, head straight to Ticketek or F1 Exhibition’s official site.

Given how fast the show sold out in other cities (hello, Madrid and Vienna), weekend slots and school holidays will vanish first. Book early, arrive on time, and maybe aim for a mid-week morning if you prefer fewer crowds and more time to linger over the tech porn.

Whether you’re a diehard F1 nut or just along for the ride, this exhibition is an absolute must. Strap in, Melbourne—the race is on.

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Main image credit: Formula 1 Exhibition | Website