Victoria is alive with excitement as the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix enters its second day, with the event set to break attendance records once again. Supported by the Allan Labor Government, this year’s Grand Prix is primed to exceed last year’s record-breaking crowd of over 452,000 spectators, drawing motorsport fans from around the globe to witness the high-speed action.
Tourism, Sport, and Major Events Minister Steve Dimopoulos, alongside Australian Grand Prix Corporation CEO Travis Auld, welcomed fans into the venue today, marking the start of a thrilling weekend filled with adrenaline and anticipation. The energy is contagious as the event continues to build momentum towards a new attendance milestone.
This year’s Grand Prix is especially thrilling, with Jack Doohan, son of motorsport icon Mick Doohan, making his debut on the F1 stage. He will race alongside fellow Aussie Oscar Piastri, a two-time winner and local hero, adding extra excitement to the already action-packed event.
The energy at the Grand Prix isn’t confined to the racetrack alone. The Crown Lakeside Festival, running since Wednesday, has been a massive hit, featuring live performances from some of Australia’s best musical acts, including Tones and I, Baker Boy, Anna Lunoe, Spiderbait, and global sensation DJ Fatboy Slim. The festival has quickly become one of the most anticipated events, offering a vibrant mix of music and entertainment.
Meanwhile, the Fan Festival at Melbourne Park Oval has been a draw for families, featuring a host of activities such as meet-and-greets with sports stars, up-close encounters with an F1® show car, and live screenings of all the race action on the big screen. With something for fans of all ages, the free event has added even more to the Grand Prix experience.
Secured in Melbourne until 2037, the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix is a powerful driver of Victoria’s economy. As of Monday, STR forward bookings revealed an impressive 94% hotel occupancy rate for Saturday night, 15% higher than the same time last year, showing the growing demand for the event.
The Grand Prix delivers more than just thrilling motorsport; it fills the streets, restaurants, hotels, and bars across Victoria, providing a substantial boost to local businesses. With over $3.3 billion in economic value generated annually, the event has become a cornerstone of Victoria’s major events calendar, strengthening its position as one of the biggest and most influential international sporting events in the southern hemisphere.
Quotes attributable to Minister for Tourism, Sport and Major Events Steve Dimopoulos, “The Formula 1® Australian Grand Prix puts Melbourne at the centre of the sporting world year after year, and 2025 will be no exception. Hundreds of thousands of fans are flocking to Albert Park to be part of the excitement and there are millions more watching on TV across the globe.”
“The Grand Prix is a yearly highlight of our major events calendar, drawing visitors from around the world who fill our local hotels, pubs and attractions.”
Quotes attributable to Member for Albert Park Nina Taylor, “There’s no better place for Formula 1 than right here in stunning Albert Park—this world-class event showcases our beautiful lakeside circuit to a massive global audience, bringing incredible energy to our local community and delivering a huge boost for local businesses.”
Quotes attributable to Australian Grand Prix Corporation CEO Travis Auld, “The Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix brings global attention to Victoria, and we are incredibly proud of the world-class event we stage each year.”
“Since fans started lining up at the gates in the early hours of Thursday morning, the atmosphere at Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit has been phenomenal. Enthusiasm has been building for exciting on-track action and off-track entertainment and hospitality, with so much more to come this weekend.”
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